NeW Members Attend a White House Briefing
Earlier this month, the NeW DC Professional Network had the opportunity to attend an event organized with the White House Office of Public Liaison. More than 30 NeW student and professional network members attended the exclusive briefing at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on Friday, August 8. Attendees heard from Brette Powell, Special Assistant to […]
5 Ways to Excel in Your Summer Internship
Summer internships are more than just an addition to your resume; they offer a valuable opportunity to gain real-world experience, build a network of professional connections, and set the foundation for your future career. Whether you’re working at a nonprofit, in a corporate office, or remotely, how you present yourself, treat others, and show up […]
Things to Do in Washington, DC, Before or After Leadership Retreat
Washington, DC, is a vibrant city full of history, culture, and unique experiences. Whether you have a few hours during break times, or a couple of days before or after Leadership Retreat, there’s no shortage of things to explore. Here’s a list of fun activities, including both free and paid options, to help you make […]
Revolutionary Women: The Founding Mothers of America- Martha Washington
Martha Washington, born Martha Dandridge on June 2, 1731, in New Kent County, Virginia, was a woman of remarkable strength and influence. As the wife of George Washington, she played a vital role in shaping the early American republic, not only as the nation’s first First Lady but also as a steadfast supporter of the […]
Revolutionary Women: The Founding Mothers of America- Abigail Adams
Wife to the second President of the United States and the mother of the sixth. An enthusiastic advocate for women’s rights. A strong proponent for public education. A voice for the abolition of slavery. All of these roles, and more, describe Abigail Adams, an extraordinary woman who made many contributions to the founding of America. […]
Revolutionary Women: The Founding Mothers of America- Eliza Hamilton
Many people were introduced to Eliza Hamilton through the hit Broadway musical Hamilton. While the show mainly tells the story of her husband, Alexander Hamilton, it also brings attention to Eliza’s life and work. So who was Eliza Hamilton? She was a loyal wife, a mother of eight, and a committed philanthropist. Much of what […]
A Legacy of Service: Honoring Women in the Armed Forces
Women Veterans Day is observed annually on June 12 to commemorate the signing of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act by President Harry S. Truman in 1948. This trailblazing legislation granted women the right to serve as regular, permanent members of the military, marking a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. Although Women Veterans Day […]
Internship Success: How to Manage Up and Make a Lasting Impression
My first full-time job resulted from an internship. What began as a temporary position before I started my graduate school program turned into an enriching professional opportunity and the beginning of my career in the non-profit field. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to interview, hire, or manage more than 40 interns at multiple organizations. […]
Level Up Your Resume: Skills and Experience Outside the 9–5
Building a resume in college can be tricky. Between classes, extracurriculars, and part-time or full-time jobs, it can be hard to know what to include—especially if you’ve had a non-traditional college experience. Maybe you worked through school and took a longer path to graduation. Or maybe you’re concerned you don’t have enough internship experience. The […]
The Importance of Building Your Personal CRM
Shortly after I moved to Washington, DC, in early January 2017, The Economist published an article stating that the world’s most valuable resource was no longer oil but data. Since then, questions about privacy and the use of personal data, particularly regarding surveillance capitalism, have increasingly come up in the public sphere. From a personal […]