Beyond Her Campus - Celebrating 15 Years - From Pre-Med to Digital Media: Deepa's Journey to Becoming a Director of Social Media

From Pre-Med to Digital Media: Deepa's Journey to Becoming a Director of Social Media

09/16/24 • 32 min

Beyond Her Campus - Celebrating 15 Years

In the first episode of Beyond Her Campus: Celebrating 15 Years, host and Her Campus Community Director Julianne Skrivan sits down with Deepa Lakshmin, an alumna of Her Campus at the University of Pennsylvania and the current Director of Social Media at Lonely Planet.

Deepa reflects on her academic journey and the experience of transitioning from pre-med to clinical psychology before embracing her passion for writing and digital media. She shares how Her Campus provided an outlet for her writing during college, allowing her to explore journalism in new ways as the digital media industry evolved and ultimately decide to pursue it as a career. With honest insights into her career progression, Deepa’s story is both inspiring and educational for students and young professionals navigating their own career paths.

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Introducing Beyond Her Campus: Celebrating 15 Years!

In this special limited-series podcast, we’re digging in into the vibrant world of Her Campus and celebrating its remarkable journey over the past 15 years. Hosted by Her Campus’ Community Director, Julianne Skrivan, this season promises an inspiring exploration of success, community, and transformation.

What to Expect:

Meet the Alumni: We’re reconnecting with some of the most successful Her Campus alumni who have gone on to make incredible strides in their fields. From news anchors to content creators, authors to mental health advocates, these women have powerful stories to tell.
Inspiring Conversations: Discover the paths our guests took, the obstacles they overcame, and the victories they celebrated. Learn how their Her Campus experience shaped their careers and lives.
Industry Insights: Our guests will share their wisdom on navigating diverse industries, breaking barriers, and leaving a mark in a constantly evolving world.
Personal Stories & Lessons: Enjoy candid conversations and gain valuable advice from industry innovators and creative visionaries.

Tune In:

Get ready for eight captivating episodes filled with inspiration, powerful insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from women who have made a difference.

Release Date: September 2024

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Join us on this journey of celebration and discovery as we honor the past 15 years of Her Campus and look forward to the future.

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Rosa Heyman on Evolving in Media: From Her Campus to Hearst

In this episode of Beyond Her Campus: Celebrating 15 Years, Julianne sits down with Rosa Heyman. They start by reminiscing about Rosa's journey from her time as a Her Campus Chapter Leader at Wash U, where she got her first taste of the media world, despite the university not having a journalism program. Rosa discusses her new role as Executive Director of Content and Brand Strategy at Hearst, where she’s crafting the future of iconic brands like ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar, and Town & Country. She explains the day-to-day challenges and excitement of future-proofing media brands amid the ever-shifting landscape of the industry.

Julianne and Rosa also touch on the importance of being adaptable and open to new opportunities, and Rosa shares insights from her remarkable career at publications like Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, and People. The episode wraps up with advice for young professionals and reflections on the role Her Campus has played in Rosa’s career, emphasizing the importance of community and collaboration in media.

Rosa answers rapid-fire questions, revealing her desire for the upcoming election to happen and her career mantra: ‘Play chess, not checkers.’ Don’t miss this deep dive into the past, present, and future of media with Rosa Heyman.