Alumni in Conversation: Changing Careers

Alumni in Conversation: Changing Careers

The Alumni in Conversation series is proudly presented by Columbia's School of General Studies.

By Columbia University School of General Studies

Date and time

Tuesday, May 11, 2021 · 3 - 4pm PDT

Location

Online

About this event

The pandemic has left many pondering their next career move or considering a return to graduate school. Whether you are a seasoned professional, recent alum, or upcoming graduate, the General Studies Alumni Association (GSAA) wants to help you navigate your next professional move.

Join GS alumni for a conversation about the risks they've taken and the decisions they've made when navigating career changes. This event will also include audience Q&A.

Featuring:

  • Dr. Neil Shahrestani '11GS, Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Ikarian Capital. Dr. Shahrestani left an early career in medicine to pursue his passion for investing. Prior to launching his own fund, Dr. Shahrestani worked as an experienced analyst at both Goldman Sachs and SAC Capital.
  • Isabel Lau '18GS, Dentistry student at Roseman University of Health Sciences and graduate of the GS Postbac Premed Program. Isabel is a Juilliard-trained cellist who was inspired to pursue medicine after performing in local hospitals and feeling the need to do more.

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