From Here, To There

This episode features Tufts Alumna, Tiffani Lau, a Director on Oppenheimer & Co.’s Industrial Technology Investment Banking team, a subsector of technology, media and communications. Tiffani delves into her definition of job satisfaction, practical steps in achieving job satisfaction and her work with cleantech and sustainability companies at Oppenheimer & Co.'s

Join us as we explore two fascinating career journeys to the PhD and beyond. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rene Zhang, a Quantitative Analyst at Fidelity and Tufts PhD in Mathematics, and Dr. Stephen Rawlings, an Infectious Diseases Physician, Medical Director at Gilman Virology Clinic, and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Tufts. Discover how their distinct paths led them to advanced research and impactful roles in finance and medicine, offering insights into the diverse possibilities that a PhD can unlock.

Did we capture your attention? Ethan Freedman is a Chicago-based freelance journalist and writer who writes mainly about science, ecology, climate change, wildlife and the built environment. But he didn't start there. He studied biology and environmental studies at Tufts University and later studied science, health and environmental reporting at New York University. Listen to Ethan tell his story about how he got from here, to there and the interesting and unique experiences he had along the way.

Hana Tzou '23 is a Publisher's Assistant at Macmillan Children's Publishing Group. She graduated with a double major in English and Film & Media Studies (a degree in books and movies, as she likes to say), where she was also a tour guide and a member of Sarabande Dance Ensemble. A reformed Bay Area native, she currently lives in Brooklyn with her Percy Jackson collection, a crochet obsession, and 100 plants.

Uncover the world of data science with our latest podcast episode, featuring Nick Lamm, a seasoned Data Science Manager at Capital One and a 2010 graduate of Tufts University. As a former Marketer at Talkspace, his main focus has been the intersection between Machine Learning and user-facing products, and building Machine Learning applications that are closely tied to business problems. From overcoming challenges to mastering technical skills, this episode offers actionable advice for both aspiring and seasoned professionals. Join us as we delve into the secrets of success in data science and empower you to chart your own path in this dynamic field.

In this episode, we talk to three alumni all about internships and recruiting! Each panelist has had unique experiences working with students both navigating the recruiting process and making their internships a successful experience. Alex Klein, from Tufts class of 2019, earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering and currently works as a Mechanical Engineer at iRobot. He coordinates their intern program from the interview process to the program completion. Liz Barton, Tufts class of 2021, graduated in Biomedical Engineering and is currently a Consultant at Trinity Life Sciences. She shares her experiences navigating the recruiting process as a recent hire. Kelsey Hersh, Tufts class of 2011, earned her BA in Political Science and currently works as the Director of Recruiting at Hometap. She shares useful application tips and strategies from a recruiter’s point of view. 

In this special episode, we talk about how to break into the finance industry as a first-generation college student. Joining us is Sebastian Rivera ’17 who is currently an Assistant Vice President for the Capital and Market Risk Division at Global Atlantic Financial Group. Listen to learn about his journey— the highlights and challenges of the finance industry, the experience transitioning between companies, and advice he has for first generation college students.

In this Majors Month Special episode, we talk all about being the CEO of your own company with alumni Kyla Bolden. Kyla graduated from Tufts in 2017 with a degree in English and Literature and is currently the CEO and founder of Wiz Kid Learning, an online educational STEM program that aims to equip kids with coding and critical thinking skills. Having started working on her platform during her time at Tufts, Kyla shares her journey all the way from her initial inspiration to her future aspirations to grow her company. In line with Majors Month, Kyla sets an example for Tufts students who strive to pursue a career unrelated to their major.  

In this first episode of From Here, to There's second season, we're talking all about working abroad after graduation! Joining us is Nina Ford '11, who taught in Spain just after graduating from Tufts, and David Stack '17, who is currently teaching in Spain. Listen to learn all about their experiences abroad--the highlights and challenges, how it has impacted their career journeys, and advice they have for students considering working abroad after graduation!

In this special episode, four Career Fellows get together to reflect on their career journeys thus far in the context of their Tufts experiences. Made for First-Years but useful to Jumbos of any year, this episode discusses internship culture, navigating evolving academic and professional interests, approaching career exploration with intention, and much more! Maggie Basinger, BS, just graduated in 2023 with a BS in Mathematics. Hannah Schulman '24 is a rising senior majoring in Community Health and Environmental Studies (Track IV). Chance Walker '25 is a rising junior who is majoring in Economics with a minor in Film and Media Studies. Aline Chalfin '26 is a rising sophomore who is majoring in Studio Art and minoring in Film and Media Studies at the SMFA.