As an international relations student who is inspired by careers surrounding development, I’ve heard less than auspicious fortunes told to me. Peers and professionals alike understand “development” as a field to be something strictly along the lines of charity work, bake sale tables, and picketing in front of the White House. As a reader on this blog, you probably do not identify with this misconception, but may have experienced similar skepticism in response to your interest in development. “Development,” although used so liberally and often peppered in academic works and titles, actually does describe viable, professional fields far beyond the … Continue reading →