In a recent article for Inside Higher Ed, Amy Braun (Johns Hopkins University) discusses how postsecondary institutions can better support humanities PhDs as they pursue careers outside of academia. Braun writes that many of the skills that are gained through doctoral-level humanities training–including analyzing complex arguments, synthesizing information, and communicating data–are transferable into non-academic roles. The author argues however, that postsecondary institutions could better prepare students for non-academic careers by also equipping them with skills in agility, cultural fluency, and collaboration. Braun concludes that experiential learning opportunities help to do just this, by providing students with the confidence and experience needed to make meaningful connections between scholars and employers.
