Jonathan Carter

New Resource Alert 🔔 : With rising state legislation on student parent data collection, my colleagues Stephanie Baker and Theresa Anderson from Urban Institute and SPARK Collaborative took time to address some common concerns surrounding data collection efforts. Here are the six myths we debunked: 1️⃣ Collecting Data Doesn’t Really Help Parenting Students 2️⃣ Student Parent Data Collection Contributes to Colleges’ Administrative Burden 3️⃣ Legal Constraints and Privacy Rules Limit Student Parent Data Collection 4️⃣ Student Parent Data Collection is Costly to States 5️⃣ Parental Status is Already Known, Institutions Don’t Need More Information 6️⃣ As States Pass Their Own Data Collection Laws, Federal Data Won’t Be Relevant Link in comments, check it out and share! #studentparents #highered #stateadvocacy

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In many public health research settings, SPSS still reigns supreme and for good reason. It's user-friendly, trusted, and fits the needs of many professionals who aren’t necessarily tech-savvy. But here’s a thought I’ve been reflecting on as an MPH student with a bioinformatics background 👩‍💻: 📊 Why stop at descriptive stats, when we can unlock predictive insights? 🐍 Python offers more than just a language — it’s a gateway to machine learning, automation, advanced visualization, and scalable health solutions. Imagine a space where: 1) Senior professionals share their deep knowledge in plain language 🧓👩‍⚕️ 2) Tech-savvy analysts convert that into ML models 🧠⚙️Together, we shift from retrospective reports to proactive health strategies. 💡 It's not about replacing SPSS it's about bridging the gap. Why can’t both coexist, while we empower public health with AI and data science? Just my two cents. What’s your take? Let’s connect, discuss, and maybe build a better future for data-driven health systems. 🌍💬 #digitalhealth DIGITALHEALTH.NETWORK #publichealth #healthcare #data #informatics #technology #artificalintelligence #healthanalytics #bioinformatics #python #spss #ibm #R #programming #statistics #healthdata #population #unitednations #who #health

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Not sure if this needs to be said, but here it goes anyway: I've noticed a welcome surge in conversations about the value of research and federal funding here on LinkedIn — and that’s a good thing. It’s important. That said, a lot of these discussions feel like they’re happening in an echo chamber (not entirely, but largely). To truly move the needle, we need to extend these conversations beyond professional networks. Platforms like Facebook — where your parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and neighbors are — offer access to a broader, more diverse audience. More importantly, this platform has older demographics who vote and influence policy. Should we consider other social and non-professional platforms? Maybe we can be more strategic and organized? Scientists are excellent at communicating with one another, but it’s vital that we engage those who don’t already agree with us or understand what we do.

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An unsolicited appeal: if you supervise PhD students, please please please teach them the basics of grant writing - namely: teach them to clearly and explicitly explain what funds they're asking for, why they're asking for this amount of money, and how they came to those numbers. I've been on now three grant reviewing committees AY 24-25, and keep seeing what are clearly gorgeous dissertation proposals with a vague Excel spreadsheet slapped on at the end. Breaks my heart that so many ECRs are clearly dumping a ton of work into these applications and not getting funded because they're answering the 'wrong' question

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I've been thinking about accessibility overlays and what it means for personalization quite a lot the past couple of years. I've drafted up some thoughts on this: One concern that I wanted to bring up that others haven't quite mentioned yet, but they are ruining the spirit and reputation of one of the best things about computers: personalization. https://lnkd.in/ev6D6V7r

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🚩 There were 4 red flags in the job posting, when read together. 1️⃣ The title was “assistant director of marketing.” 2️⃣ The body of the post referred to a “marketing coordinator.” 3️⃣ The salary range started at $35,000. (The federal poverty line for a family of 4 is $32K.) 4️⃣ A master’s degree was listed as “preferred.” Do better, employers. Don’t be cheapskates. (Photo: Carson Masterson, Unsplash)

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After a whirlwind winter and spring filled with federal layoffs and job searching, I know firsthand that breaking into the environmental and geosciences field—especially in entry-level roles—can be incredibly tough. So, I wanted to share a few networking tips that helped me along the way, in hopes they might help someone else too. The job hunt starts with networking—and networking starts on day one. It’s a cliché because it’s true: networking is hands down the most effective way to land a role you’ll love. Here’s what worked for me: 1. Go to office hours and do research. Talk to your professors about their research. Get involved in their labs or pursue undergraduate research opportunities. These connections matter more than you think. 2. Use LinkedIn early and often. In my sophomore year of college, I started connecting with professionals in my field whose work I admired. This opened doors to conferences, papers I wouldn’t have found otherwise, and new job leads. 3. Tap into your alumni network. At Ohio State, I was lucky to be part of a strong alumni community through The Ohio State University School of Earth Sciences.They hosted events, mock interviews, and more that helped me grow professionally and gain confidence. 4. Cold call and set up informational interviews. Reach out to people doing work you’re excited about. Conversations with park rangers and fire ecologists eventually led me to a conservation corps position—which shaped my research interests and helped me get where I am today. #EnvironmentalCareers #RecentGradAdvice #JobSearchTips #NetworkingWorks #GeoscienceJobs #ConservationCareers #ClimateCareers #SustainabilityJobs #EarlyCareerScientist #EnviroJobs #OhioStateAlumni #InformationalInterviews #STEMCareers #EnvironmentalScience

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What does Kendrick Lamar have to do with inclusive hiring? That’s the question I opened with at this year’s SHRM Southeast Idaho Conference. I had the privilege of presenting a session titled: “Humble & Hiring: What Kendrick Lamar Teaches Us About Inclusive Talent.” This wasn’t just about music. It was about allyship, representation, and how we as HR professionals can challenge bias, remove systemic barriers, and use our platforms to uplift others. We explored three powerful examples: 🎾 Serena Williams and redefining how we measure professionalism in the workplace 🎤 Deyra Barrera, a mariachi singer that headlined the GNX album 🧵 Willy Chavarria, whose collaboration with Kendrick showed what allyship in action truly looks like The core message? Inclusion isn’t about fitting in — it’s about creating space. Whether we’re hiring, mentoring, or building teams, we all have the opportunity to be that ally who opens the door a little wider. Thank you to the incredible HR leaders in the room who leaned into this conversation. And shoutout to SEI SHRM for creating a space where creativity and equity in HR can intersect. #SHRM #InclusiveHiring #HRLeadership #Allyship #KendrickLamar #WorkplaceEquity #HRCommunity

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