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Work Reimagined: Work isn’t just changing — leadership, connection and success are being redefined at every level. Work Reimagined invites young professionals to rethink success in a world shaped by rapid change, new technologies and shifting expectations. In 2026, YPG programs will explore how to lead with authenticity, build a meaningful, sustainable career and thrive in workplaces that value both innovation and well-being.

Session 1 - Naming, acknowledging, and addressing burnout: Burnout isn’t a badge of honor—it’s a warning sign. Blake knows that firsthand. After leadership opportunities left him completely burned out, he turned his experience into a mission to help others recognize and prevent it. Focused on “completing the stress cycle,” Blake will share the science behind stress and burnout along with practical, research-backed strategies to manage both. 

Meet the presenter, Blake Tobey, Assistant Director of the Academic Success Center