Yale is made up of many schools, departments, programs, and areas of expertise, and employees may only interact regularly with a small part of the University. Learning more about the work happening in another area can introduce you to different types of work, new perspectives, and opportunities to collaborate. A conversation with a colleague, a professional-development event, or participation in a University initiative can sometimes reveal work that aligns with your own interests and experience.
Exploring Yale doesn’t necessarily mean looking for a different position. It can simply mean becoming more familiar with the institution you are already part of. Learning how another department works might give you an idea for improving your own work, help you find a useful resource, or introduce you to an area you hadn’t considered before.
Across Yale: Consider learning more about a school, department, program, or initiative outside your usual area of work. You might discover a project that matches your skills, a professional-development opportunity, or a new area of the University that interests you.