About the Author: Amy Rogers Nazarov

Amy Rogers Nazarov writes about D.C. culture & history and manages social media for non-profits and small businesses from her home on Capitol Hill. Her byline has appeared in Cooking Light, The Writer, Psychology Today, The Washington Post and many other print and Web publications. Before going freelance, she spent a decade reporting on high tech for a wide array of newspapers and magazines.

Dec

SI Global deepens South Korean ties

South Korea may be a popular tourist destination, renowned for its cuisine and culture, but Aviva Rosenthal came back from a recent visit with more than souvenirs. Continue reading SI Global deepens South Korean ties

Nov

Conserving Culture and Producing Posies

For four decades, senior objects conservator Carol Grissom has coaxed museum pieces to give up their secrets. Continue reading Conserving Culture and Producing Posies

Aug

Neurodivergent guests flock to the Zoo’s Bird House

Morning at the Museum aims to boost inclusivity and reward early-bird visitors with an experience tailored especially for them. Continue reading Neurodivergent guests flock to the Zoo’s Bird House

Jul

I’m stressed, depressed, and my dog hates me. Help!

If you’re feeling overworked and overwhelmed or just need advice on planning for retirement or kicking off a weight-loss plan, Paige K. Jones and the Office of Human Resources are here to help. Continue reading I’m stressed, depressed, and my dog hates me. Help!

Apr

This is not Toby Flenderson’s Human Resources Office*

Amelda Fuller is here to combat the notion that human resources is stodgy, bureaucratic and unresponsive. Continue reading This is not Toby Flenderson’s Human Resources Office*

Dec

“To Inspire Curiosity and Connection”

Under Secretary for Education touts new programs in line with a newly refined mission. Continue reading “To Inspire Curiosity and Connection”

Aug

Beth Ziebarth envisions a more inclusive Smithsonian

On and off the Mall, creating a culture that values diversity, equity, access and inclusion. Continue reading Beth Ziebarth envisions a more inclusive Smithsonian

Mar

Monique Chism: Activating change by addressing difficult topics in new ways

The moment Monique M. Chism stumbled across the online posting for the Smithsonian job she would eventually accept, “it felt like the sun was shining on me,” as she puts it. “The position sounded like the absolute right mix of my passion and my professional experience balled up into one opportunity.” Continue reading Monique Chism: Activating change by addressing difficult topics in new ways

Feb