Inspire & Influence
A blog for the global network of Northeastern communication, digital media, and HR professionals
Becoming a Northeastern Alumni Ambassador
When I was studying at Northeastern University, I had heard about the Northeastern University Alumni Office and community. Based on my understanding at least in some Chinese universities, an alumni office aims to connect alumnus who have already...
The importance of cultivating cultural awareness at work
Becoming culturally aware, however, requires understanding what “culture” means. “’Culture’ is very dynamic and complex,” says Dr. Patty Goodman, cross-cultural communication faculty lead for Northeastern’s Master of Science in Corporate and...
The importance of cultivating cultural awareness at work
Becoming culturally aware, however, requires understanding what “culture” means. “’Culture’ is very dynamic and complex,” says Dr. Patty Goodman, cross-cultural communication faculty lead for Northeastern’s Master of Science in Corporate and...
Behind the scenes: More than a press release
Surprise! There is more to corporate communications than writing press releases. We showcased this with five Boston-based graduate students, who joined the MilliporeSigma Corporate Communications team for a day. As alumni from the Corporate and...
We are building a global university system!
Northeastern flipped the script on its annual State of the University celebration, presenting an engaging new format in which President Joseph E. Aoun and other university leaders and students delivered remarks from locations across the country and...
We are building a global university system!
Northeastern flipped the script on its annual State of the University celebration, presenting an engaging new format in which President Joseph E. Aoun and other university leaders and students delivered remarks from locations across the country and...
Pursuing goals, on and off the ice
My name is Kendall Coyne and I am very fortunate to be a Double Husky (B.A.’15 & M.S. ’17) and a member of Team USA! My journey on Huntington Avenue began back in 2011 and on October 25th, I’ll be returning to Boston to compete against Team...
Co-op Turns Into Hire
Career Change In 2015, Carlos Colon Raldiris, relocated from his island home in Puerto Rico to the vibrant city of Boston to advance his studies in project management at Northeastern University. He completed his undergraduate degree in Public...
Alumnus voices the importance of empathy
Kicking off the first stage of my professional career clashes with mixed feelings that emerged with the aftermath of Hurricane Maria in my hometown, Puerto Rico. Among all the anxiety that the current humanitarian crisis has unfolded, I've learned...
Networking: The cross-cultural communication side
This seems to be the 'Era of Networking.' Whether the purpose is job hunting, recruiting, or exploring shared interests, networking is often the key to to finding a good connection. Over the past couple of years, I have been placing more focus on...