In Part I of our conversation with Ria, we explore the education, Ph.D. route, and humanities at Hopkins. Ria is a Hopkins alumnus currently doing her Ph.D. at Cornell. In this episode, Ria shares her insights on finding your niche within the Humanities program, how to best use the resources available, and how to establish a strong network. Ria takes us through her journey of exploring beyond the Hopkins Bubble, about tackling personal insecurities and imposter syndrome, and providing valuable advice for fellow students facing similar challenges.