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The Plot Thickens at StoryLab

Matthew Giombetti - Friday, February 6
 General   Events 

Hello Storytellers,


We’ve had a big influx of new members recently, and we’re excited to welcome you to StoryLab. We’re excited to have you here and can’t wait to dive into everything we have planned this semester.

At our most recent General Body Meeting, we shared updates on upcoming events, new initiatives, and ways to stay involved this semester. We also mentioned that a leadership transition will take place at the end of the semester, and we wanted to flag this early for anyone who might be interested in stepping into a role.

👉 General Body Meeting recap & recording: https://youtu.be/t9nKrbaCp3g


📅 Next General Body Meeting

Our next General Body Meeting will take place on the last Thursday of the month.

Thursday, February 26
🕕 6:00 PM ET | 📍 Virtual

We’ll continue the conversation around upcoming events, share what’s coming up, do some story writing exercises, and hear from you, the community! 

👉 Register here: https://cglink.me/2dh/r1982648

🎤 StoryLab x The Moth: Crafting True Stories
 

📅 February 19
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM ET
📍 Virtual

We’re excited to partner with The Moth for a guided storytelling workshop focused on shaping meaningful, true stories. Participants will explore how to identify compelling moments, structure narratives, and tell stories that resonate. You'll gain skills that translate across personal, academic, and professional settings.

Spots are limited, and we encourage early registration.

👉 Register here: https://cglink.me/2dh/r1982935

 

 

💬 Join the StoryLab Slack

Slack is where StoryLab stays connected between meetings and events. It’s a space to continue conversations, share resources, ask questions, and build relationships with fellow members across programs and locations.

Whether you’re looking to stay in the loop, workshop ideas, or just connect informally, Slack is the best place to do it.

👉 Join the StoryLab Slack:
https://join.slack.com/t/storylabjhuaap/shared_invite/zt-3ona7rjnb-cPyfGJBrruv4HhxnpkUqXA

🎭 HopCommNet x StoryLab – Free Improv Workshop

📅 March 27
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM ET (Roll call at 5:30 PM)
📍 In person only -  8th Floor, Hopkins Bloomberg Center

This interactive improv workshop is designed to strengthen communication skills through play, collaboration, and real-time problem solving. Participants will practice active listening, adaptability, and confidence—skills that support classroom discussion, professional presentations, and everyday conversations.

No performance or improv experience is required. This is a low-pressure, highly engaging session focused on participation, not performance.

Registration link coming soon

✍️ Story Accountability Group

This low-pressure accountability group is designed to help you stay consistent with your storytelling practice. Members can share academic, personal, or professional work, receive supportive feedback, and refine their skills over time.

The focus is on encouragement, growth, and keeping storytelling a regular habit.

Coordinated through our StoryLab Slack community.

📣 HopCommNet Presents: Communication Career

Panel Discussion with JHU Alumni & Industry Leaders

📅 Wednesday, February 18
⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM ET
📍 Hybrid (virtual + in person) - Room 258, Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center

This panel brings together Johns Hopkins alumni working across marketing analytics, executive communications, and community-driven public relations to share how communication skills translate into real-world impact across sectors.
Panelists will reflect on their career paths, discuss how academic training shaped their work, and offer practical insight for navigating communication roles in today’s evolving professional landscape.

Featured Panelists: 
Wanting Zhou - Marketing Science Lead at Google
Meaghan Bresnahan - Director of Executive Communications at World Wildlife Fund
Crystal Borde - Vice President & Community-Driven Communications Practice Lead at Vanguard Communications

👉 Register here: https://jhu.campusgroups.com/hcn/rsvp_boot?id=1984070

☕ Informal Meetups

We’re planning relaxed, virtual get-togethers outside of General Body Meetings and formal events. These sessions are designed for connection and creativity. Think games, casual conversations, and light storytelling activities.

No preparation or experience required. Just show up, participate, and have fun.

Details and coordination will be shared via Slack.