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2021-08-23
(HIST30060) An Exciting Job Offer
Due to the pandemic, I had to scrap my original plans of travelling after finishing my degree and to apply for jobs instead. I have always dreamed of working in economic policy, so I applied to the graduate economist program at the Australian Treasury in Canberra, my dream job. Going through the entire recruitment process remotely was a peculiar experience, and was, in some ways, even more daunting than doing in person interviews. When I finally received an offer, I felt that I was dreaming. In some ways, the lockdown was a blessing in disguise for me, as I would not have applied for the role if it was not for the pandemic disrupting my original plans. -
2021-08-23
Just when you thought it was safe...
This is an article from Duke Global Health Institute that theorizes that pandemics such as the one we are in now, are actually relatively common and most people are likely to experience one in their lifetime. -
2021-08-23
Jones County, Georgia
A friend of mine shared her experience with how her child’s school is handling the pandemic and exposure when kids test positive for Covid. She also shared the short conversation with her child’s teacher after receiving an email from the school.