News & Stories

Sara Bittner ‘19, a Computer Science major turned author, has been writing since before she was 13. Her novel, “Child of Ra”, was her first time putting her work out for others to enjoy, and a jump towards her pursuing her writing passion.

In this short narrative, Lauren Leftkowitz '98 recalls how she changed her life with the help of a coach. From overload and feeling burnt-out, to a life of choice and purpose.

Colin Duncan '97, author of Stumbling Into Success is Good. Having a Plan is Better, has spent a lot of time in the professional services industry. He says he “stumbled into success” with “lots of pitfalls and frustrations along the way.” Eight years ago, he had an epiphany about how he was approaching his job and decided to change his mindset noting “there is nothing as powerful as a changed mind.”

As Corporate America comes under intense scrutiny from stakeholders who demand a change to the single-minded focus on shareholder profitability, an increasing number of business leaders are beginning to search for more equitable and fair company practices. Management by Intent (MBI) offers a unique solution to business leaders who are seeking holistic transformations.

Emily Jansen ’08 is an author, marketing, branding communications professional and consultant. Her writing empowers readers to follow their passions and forge their own path through life, much like she did in her early 20s. Her most recent book, A Wilder Eden, encourages readers to stay strong and fulfill their dreams.

Briana A. Thomas M.A. ’17 has been published in Washingtonian Magazine, the historic Afro-American newspaper, and the Washington Post throughout her journalism career.

Pallavi Guha Ph.D. ’18 is an assistant professor of journalism at Towson University in Towson, Maryland.

Following 10 years of newspaper and magazine reporting and editing, including stints at The Wall Street Journal and Nation's Business magazine in Washington, DC, Irelan ‘60 spent 32 years in public relations for a Fortune 500 family of companies. 

When Sydni Cohen ‘14, M.Ed ‘15 and her husband saw the book “Belly Rubbins for Bubbins” they fell in love with the story and mission. 

Are you looking to press refresh on loving yourself and living life to the fullest? Through her new book, alumna Joy Carol ‘86 shares stories people can learn from in order to live their lives in gratitude, wisdom, humor, strength, wonder, and of course--joy.