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Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Imposter syndrome | Doctor’s Orders

Luc Ljoka April 8, 2024
Dear Doctors, I’ve been struggling in my classes lately, and I’m starting to think I may not belong at BU. What should I do? Sincerely, Perplexed
Brett Abrams | Graphic Artist

Lacking self-awareness is alarmingly profitable | Cultspiracy

Kim Schneider February 17, 2023
Dunning-Kruger lending itself to success may seem surprising at first, but with the growth of social media and the inherently selfish structure of capitalism (or human nature?), maybe it just makes sense.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

The trials and tribulations of feeling like a fraud | On the Record

Addison Schmidt December 9, 2022
Despite the fact that imposter syndrome thrives off of coercing you into believing your fears are entirely individual, nearly 82% of people struggle with feelings of fraudulence — even award-winning actresses. 
woman at a hackathon

TERRIERS IN BIZ: BU alumna leverages nonprofit to achieve gender inclusivity in hackathon

Yiran Yu March 18, 2021
Boston University Alumna Fiona Whittington co-created "TechTogether" to host hackathons that are an inclusive, safe space for individuals of all marginalized genders.
Questrom School of Business. Questrom hosted a webinar with UBS Monday to discuss the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the job application process. THALIA LAUZON/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU Questrom Panel emphasizes diversity, inclusion in business

Ashley Soebroto February 11, 2021
UBS hosts virtual panel with Questrom School of Business emphasizing the importance of not downplaying one's identity in job applications.
In a Wednesday webinar hosted by the Questrom Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, attendees discussed feelings of imposter syndrome in the business world. COURTESY OF QUESTROM CENTER FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

Questrom hosts conversation on imposter syndrome among students

Madeline Humphrey October 20, 2020
Overcoming self-doubt can be difficult for college students, but Questrom's Center for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion sought to navigate this issue.
General Assembly Boston hosted special speaker Kate Atkin Tuesday for a talk on impostor syndrome. BECCA CAMPBELL/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

General Assembly panel explores impostor syndrome

Becca Campbell December 4, 2018
Famous figures across industries from comedy to advocacy to politics have reported feeling like frauds or “impostors” in their work and successes.
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