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Student Spotlight: Lena Hajjar
Student Spotlight
Lena Hajjar launched her career as a software engineer with a graduate degree in the field of Software Engineering, which bolstered both her skills and confidence.
Student Spotlight: Rafael Gracioso Martins
Student Spotlight
Rafael Gracioso Martins founded his own venture capital firm while completing a Master of Liberal Arts in the field of Information Management Systems.
Student Spotlight: Pamela Lim
Student Spotlight
Pamela Lim started her Harvard Extension journey alongside her teenage son, leading her to a Digital Media Design degree and inspiring a new career as the founder and CEO of an online school.
Student Spotlight: Hannah Riggs
Student Spotlight
Hannah Riggs enjoyed an exciting career as a dancer before pivoting to Software Engineering, earning both a Master of Liberal Arts and a Web Technologies Certificate.
The Power of Crowdsourcing Knowledge in Online Communities
Faculty Insight
Instructor David Weinberger shares insights on how online social networks have facilitated new discoveries, and discusses the challenges of crowdsourcing knowledge.
How Cyberspace is Transforming International Security
Faculty Insight
An expert explores the complexities cyber introduces in the national security landscape.
4 Spring Courses for Self-Discovery
Article
Along your journey to self-improvement, consider these five spring courses that may inspire you to discover the "new you" in the new year.
Climate Change, Security, & Immigration: 6 Spring Courses to Explore
Article
Three topics to explore through Extension School courses this spring.
Student Spotlight: Elias Polcheira
Student Spotlight
Elias Polcheira completed his Master of Liberal Arts in the field of Digital Media Design all while balancing family and a full-time job.