Here’s a quick glimpse at one of many impressive outcomes HPU graduates achieve.
Name: Malia Agostinelli, Class of 2026
Hometown: Hickory, North Carolina
Major: English and Journalism
Post-graduation plans: Malia will be interning with bde&co as a Communications and Public Relations Intern in New York, New York. She will be working alongside an incredible team on reporting, writing, creating social media content, brainstorming, organizing and event planning projects, while gaining hands-on experience across the PR and communications landscape in the design industry.
How HPU helped you get there: “With the help of HPU and my mentors, I gained invaluable experience and confidence in my capabilities. HPU helped me realize that nothing is out of my reach, and that I have all the skills needed to succeed as I prepare to graduate and enter the real world. HPU also gave me the tools to apply and gain admission into the M.S. in Publishing at NYU for fall 2026.”
Most impactful mentor at HPU: “From the minute I entered the class of Dr. Matthew Carlson, associate professor of English, my freshman year, I found a mentor that celebrated every accomplishment, pushed me academically and opened my eyes to numerous possibilities. Dr. Carlson has been there for me every step of the way, assisting me with my NYU application and cheering for me when I accepted this internship.”
Most impactful moment at HPU: “The most impactful moment for me here at HPU was when I won “Best Print Story” for my feature article at the Honors Day award ceremony for the Nido R. Qubein School of Communications.”
How is your internship preparing you for the future: “This is my third professional internship in the design world, and I couldn’t be more excited. These opportunities have opened my eyes to the world of design and made me fall in love with a career I didn’t know was in the cards for me.”
Advice for underclassmen: “Put in the work and establish meaningful connections. Nothing will be handed to you, and that is the key to success. Your professors want you to succeed, and resilience and grit say a lot about you, not only as a student, but also as a professional.”
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