An interview with IWP Doctor of Statecraft and National Security Professional degree recipient Nathan Hodge (’22).

In this engaging episode, our guest delves into his experiences working on the joint staff and on his current role focused on force modernization. Listeners will glean valuable lessons on navigating the challenges and rewards of balancing work and education. Furthermore, the episode offers practical advice for those aspiring to enter the field, shedding light on what hiring managers seek and the significance of mentorship and seeking guidance from experienced professionals. In addition to Nathan's own experiences as a mentor, the episode touches on the benefits of mentorship, providing a wealth of insights for those interested in pursuing careers in intelligence and graduate studies. 

Learn more about IWP graduate programs: https://www.iwp.edu/academic-programs/

An interview with IWP M.A. in Statecraft and National Security recipient Wendell Bryant (’23), currently serving as a Captain in the United States Army.

Wendell has been serving in the Army for 10 years. On this podcast, he reveals his reasons for serving, for seeking out a graduate degree, and for taking all opportunities to 'pay back' and 'pay it forward.' His advice on what to (truly) expect when joining the Army is as frank and as insightful as his description of what he enjoys most about serving and being involved with the ROTC. A great conversation for our regular listeners and especially for anyone interested or currently serving in our Armed Forces who is also thinking about graduate studies. --

Learn more about IWP graduate programs: https://www.iwp.edu/academic-programs/

An interview with IWP Doctor of Statecraft and National Security (Professional) recipient Saba Sattar (’22), currently working as an Asia-Pacific Analyst.

Saba shares her impressions of being among the first students of the Professional Doctorate program. She gave us a great way to think about changing jobs and provided her views of the current Asia-Pacific theater and U.S. challenges and opportunities in that region.

*Learn more about IWP graduate programs: https://www.iwp.edu/academic-programs/

An interview with IWP Online M.A. recipient Bella Grabowski (’23), currently working in government affairs and space policy.

In this video, Bella Grabowski (’23) describes her journey to become involved in government affairs and space policy. She discusses the changes in the space ecosystem and the emerging policy issues with regard to satellite infrastructure.

She also describes how she found IWP through the Polish community in D.C. and how she went through graduate school while she was working during the day. She shares about her experience switching from the in person to the online program at IWP and graduating as IWP’s first graduate of our online Professional M.A. program.

Bella also offers advice on networking and finding your career path.

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*Learn more about IWP graduate programs: https://www.iwp.edu/academic-programs/

An interview with IWP M.A. recipient James Stoeffel ('20), a cybersecurity consultant and filmmaker.

James discusses his time at IWP, his current work, and the films he is helping to create. He shares career advice for those with a liberal arts background who are interested in the cyber field. 

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*Learn more about IWP graduate programs: https://www.iwp.edu/academic-programs/