Loeb Center for Career Exploration and Planning

Senior Marketing and Communications Intern for the Loeb Center Ava Zielinski ’25 chats with Alumni-in-Residence guest Jenna Collins ’08 to discuss her experiences as a student at Amherst College, her path to becoming a housing attorney and director of supervision and …

In a world where screens often steal the spotlight, museums are stepping up with innovative children’s programs designed to spark curiosity and hands-on learning. In this article, we explore how these cultural institutions are transforming into interactive spaces where young …

Looking to dive into the world of social impact? In this video, we explore where to find meaningful roles and how to make the right connections in the space. Breaking down each sector and how they contribute to social and …

President Michael Elliott and Tania Dias ’13, VP for AI Adoption and Governance at IKEA got down to business talking about the ethical sides of AI, how Amherst College taught her to be curious, to keep asking questions, and to …

Welcome to Season 2 of Work in Progress—a limited podcast series exploring the unique career journeys of Amherst College students. In today’s episode, Senior Marketing and Communications Intern for the Loeb Center Ava Zielinski ’25 chats with Daphne Theiler ’26 …

Former US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Hallegere Murthy highlights the growing crisis of loneliness and its impact on health. He highlights questions about how modern life, technology, and isolation have weakened our sense of community, urging a shift toward prioritizing …

Looking to build a successful career in a high-demand field? Explore top STEM careers that offer both growth opportunities and stability and pathways to launching your career. Whether you’re interested in technology, engineering, or health sciences, STEM careers have the potential …

Career planning is a broad and deeply personal journey, especially for college students balancing multiple responsibilities. With the demands of academic workloads, extracurricular commitments, and an active social life, it’s natural to wonder: How much time should I be dedicating …

Let’s discuss the elephant in the room: Amherst students are STRESSED. Classes are debilitating, extracurriculars eat up any potential nap or recovery time, and don’t get me started about the constant overwhelming pressure to be “making the most of your …

The article discusses the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on career transitions, emphasizing the need for intentional job searching. It highlights the two common mindsets early career job seekers often fall into: avoiders and gatherers, neither of which leads to …