Academic Journeys

3 Lessons I Learned While Applying to Law School

3 Lessons I Learned While Applying to Law School

Going to law school is hard enough, but the admissions process can feel like half the battle. Here are lessons one student learned while applying to law school.

Ciara Callicott March 8, 2024
Giving Birth in Graduate School Added Years to My Degree, and I’m Glad It Did

Giving Birth in Graduate School Added Years to My Degree, and I’m Glad It Did

Many students experience unique challenges during their education journey. Learn from Sandra how she navigated giving birth as a Ph.D. candidate in grad school.

Sandra Carpenter September 15, 2023
How I Recovered from Substance Misuse — And How My Psychology Degree Will Help Others

How I Recovered from Substance Misuse — And How My Psychology Degree Will Help Others

To achieve your dreams, you have to believe you can do anything. Learn how Machion overcame substance misuse to pursue his degree in psychology.

Machion Garrison April 18, 2023
The Voices in My Head Nearly Cost Me My Life – Then I Decided to Pursue a Doctorate in School Psychology

The Voices in My Head Nearly Cost Me My Life – Then I Decided to Pursue a Doctorate in School Psychology

Jonathan’s battle with depression nearly ruined his college experience. Learn how he overcame the voices in his head to pursue a doctorate in school psychology.

Jonathan Arlequin-Aleem April 13, 2023
How My Childhood Experience Inspired Me to Pursue a Master’s in Clinical Psychology

How My Childhood Experience Inspired Me to Pursue a Master’s in Clinical Psychology

Learn how one student was able to overcome her childhood experiences to pursue a master’s in clinical psychology.

Shirley Sanguino March 8, 2023
I Transferred From an HBCU to a PWI. This Is How It Changed My Life.

I Transferred From an HBCU to a PWI. This Is How It Changed My Life.

What happens when you get into your dream college, but it doesn’t work out? Learn why Tymony’s decision to transfer from an HBCU to a PWI ultimately changed her life.

Tymony Nolan March 2, 2023
Why I Became a Social Work Major

Why I Became a Social Work Major

Every student has a reason for choosing a career path, and it’s not always about the money. Learn why this student became a social work major, despite its challenges.

Paradise Porter March 1, 2023
From Pediatrics to Women’s Medicine: How Women’s and Gender Studies Influenced My Career Path

From Pediatrics to Women’s Medicine: How Women’s and Gender Studies Influenced My Career Path

Discover how one student’s women and gender studies program influenced her decision to pursue a career in women’s medicine.

Morgan Kruzan March 1, 2023
How COVID-19 Encouraged Me to Pursue an Online Masters in Clinical Psychology

How COVID-19 Encouraged Me to Pursue an Online Masters in Clinical Psychology

Inspiration can come from anywhere, and it’s never too late to change careers. Learn how COVID-19 inspired this student to pursue an online master’s in clinical psychology.

Heather Arter March 1, 2023