Navigating Identity in a Corporate Setting

Many LGBTQIA+ people have had to ask themselves the question: When do I come out to my colleagues? Navigating identity in a corporate setting can be difficult especially for LGBTQIA+ people. We are thrilled to bring together Raytheon’s Joe Wahl, …

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Meet Pernell Thompson: Head of Fitness Partnerships

Meet, Pernell Thompson, Head of Fitness Partnerships at Zeamo
What industry are you in?

Pernell: Health & Wellness

Where do you work?

Zeamo

What was your journey like to get to where you are in your career?

Coming out of …

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The Truth About Life After Sports

They say all good things come to an end, and sports is certainly one of those good things. No matter how your career as an athlete comes to a close, the only thing you can count on for sure is …

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Michael Negussie ’21 Awarded Fulbright-John Lewis Civil Rights Fellowship

Michael Negussie ’21 is among the 28 individuals in the inaugural cohort of Fulbright-John Lewis Civil Rights Fellows.

In an announcement, President Joe Biden said the cohort “will learn how to establish and protect freedom and justice and equity, not …

By Lorraine Harry '97
Lorraine Harry '97
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How to Start an LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group

Jenna DeWitt graduated with a journalism degree in 2011, a bleak year for the magazine industry. Through connections from her Baylor University mentors, she pursued openings with nonprofit publications and began rising up the ranks of the Christian magazine world, …

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TWN Athlete of the Month: Sierra Brooks

Welcome back to TWN’s Athlete of the Month! Each month we are highlighting athletes in our network to share what they have accomplished outside of sports, their contribution to the athletic community, and more. Make sure to check out our weekly …

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5 Helpful Tips to Make Eye Contact Less Awkward

While our words speak for themselves, eye contact is a form of body language that communicates more than our sentences. Eye contact can voice personal characteristics like confidence and determination and show that we’re a good listener. It demonstrates that …

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The Neurodivergent Guide on How to Stand Out with Little Professional Experience in 2024

Breaking into the job market as a neurodivergent individual, especially with little professional experience, can feel daunting. But your unique strengths, combined with the right strategy, can help you stand out from the crowd. This guide will help you navigate …

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How to Prepare for Life After the Game (Part 2)

When it comes to preparing for life after sports, it’s all about YOU. Prioritizing yourself is the most important part of the process. In our last blog post, How to Prepare for Life After the Game (Part 1), we talked …

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Athlete Transition Stories: Tom Helpenstell, Diving

Since he was a young boy, Tom Helpenstell knew he wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps as an orthopaedic surgeon. Knowing this, he chose a Division III school to compete in diving so he could focus on getting into …

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