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The Writing on My Mind PodcastThings to Consider if Thinking About Leaving Your Graduate ProgramThis week, I'm talking about the taboo topic of quitting your graduate program. According to the Urban Institute, 26% of graduate students stop out while the Chronicle of Higher Education reports that 50% of people who start their doctoral degree do not finish. If this is the case, why is quitting not a topic that is often discussed. So much should be considered when making this decision. Let's get into the topic. Things Mentions in the Episode:Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away by Annie DukeSupport the show...2024-08-0127 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastMaking the Most of Professional ConferencesToday, I am back with a solo episode that was inspired by a recent client who sought my support to prepare for an upcoming conference. In this episode, I'm sharing my tips for how to prepare and have a successful conference attendance. Listen to learn the benefits of attending a conference as well as what to do before, during, and after a conference.Things Mentions in the Episode:Season 4 Episode 4: Strategies for Networking as an IntrovertSupport the showAbout the Writing on My Mind PodcastDr...2024-07-0333 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastTapping into Your Knowing (with Dr. Della V. Mosley)Today's episode features Dr. Della V. Mosley, former professor now entrepreneur. Dr. Mosley shares her graduate school journey, how she liberated herself to pursue a career on her own terms, and so much more. Listen to this conversation that left me speechless and inspired.About Dr. Della K. MosleyDr. Della V. Mosley (they/them or she/her) is a healer, scholar-activist, and spacemaker who uses Black feminist approaches to facilitate holistic wellness for people of the global majority, particularly Black people and all queer and transgender People of Color. Dr. Della earned...2024-05-1536 minThe Writing on My Mind Podcast8 Ways to Prioritize Rest This SummerIt's the end of the academic year and we are exhausted. In today's episode, I'm sharing practical advice to prioritize rest over the summer.Things Mentioned in the Episode:Rest as Resistance Book by Tricia HerseySupport the showAbout the Writing on My Mind PodcastDr. Emmanuela Stanislaus, a certified career services provider, author and researcher, discusses the ups and downs of pursuing a graduate degree. Tune in as she shares personal stories and revealing conversations with other women of color who share their graduate school journey and...2024-05-0129 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastIs Grad School for You?: A Guide for BIPOC Students (with Drs. Yvette Martinez-Vu and Chávez-García)Season 5 is here and as we usher in the fifth season of Writing on my Mind, Dr. Yvette Martinez-Vu and Miroslava Chávez-García join us to shed light on the unique challenges faced by first-generation BIPOC students navigating the graduate school application process. Their collaborative effort, "Is Grad School for Me? Navigating the Application Process for First Gen BIPOC Students," serves as a powerful resource guide for those navigating the murky waters of academia. Listen to learn more about the layers of mentorship's impact on the graduate school journey, the authors' personal academic challenges, and their real-life inspiration an...2024-04-1745 min
Grad Girl Wellness32. Standing on Business for Grad StudentsIn 2024, GGW is standing on business, and that's what our guest, Dr. Emmanuela Stanislaus, is all about. As a multi-passionate professional, serial entrepreneur, and daughter of immigrants, she leverages her depth of experiences as a consultant and coach for women of color in graduate school. In this episode you'll learn:Advice for starting your own businessDetermining when it's time to begin or end an entrepreneurial endeavorHow your research can inform your approach to businessDr. Emmanuela offers great resources on her website (https://www.dremmanuelaconsulting.com), which includes sign up links for coaching/consulting...2024-01-2631 minThe Writing on My Mind PodcastReflecting on 3 Years of the Writing on My Mind PodcastIn this bonus episode, I'm reflecting on three years of the Writing on My Mind podcast. I'm celebrating the wins, sharing the top episodes from the three years and season 4, as well as some free resources to get your year started on the right foot. Get the Taking Charge: A Career Guide for Graduate Students ebook - www.takingchargeebook.comDownloads & ResourcesDownload the Vision Board Template Join the 5-day Brand Refresh Challenge Download the Before Semester Check-In Listen to the Before Semester Check-In Episode Check out my interview on t...2024-01-2433 min
Strictly Facts: A Guide to Caribbean History and CultureConsidering Caribbean Students' Experiences with Dr. Emmanuela StanislausSend us a text message and tell us your thoughts.Learning as a Caribbean person doesn't stop with understanding our history. In this episode, Dr. Emmanuela Stanislaus joins us for a discussion on the challenges of being educated outside of the region and how students can seek support and resources as they pursue their education. Dr. Emmanuela is an author, podcaster, consultant, and founder of Dr. Emmanuela Consulting. She finished her doctorate in Higher Education Administration in four years while balancing a demanding full time leadership role and a busy lifestyle. She founded Dr. Emmanuela...2023-09-0644 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastUsing Research as a Connection to Home and Heritage (with Alexandria Miller)Today's episode features Alexandria Miller, fifth year doctoral student at Brown University's Africana Studies Department and host of Strictly Facts: A Guide to Caribbean History and Culture podcast which is a project to promote accessibility of Caribbean history. Alexandria shares her graduate school journey, how she navigated graduate school during the pandemic as well as how she uses her research as a means to stay connect with her community.About Alexandria MillerAlexandria Miller is a historian, writer, and multimedia documentarian who is passionate about capturing Caribbean stories. She earned her B.A...2023-08-3032 minThe Writing on My Mind PodcastHow to Gain Clarity Through Conducting a Before Semester Check-InIt's the beginning of a new academic year and a beginning of a semester check-in is a great way to gain clarity and set yourself up for success. In this episode, I discuss why you may want to conduct a before semester check-in and provide deep dive into the aspects of a before semester check-in which includes reflection, community, wellness, professional development, and celebration. You'll want to grab a paper and pen to jot down your thoughts and ideas.Get my free beginning of semester check-in download here.Things Mentioned in This Episode:2023-08-2329 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastStart Walking Like a Doctor (with Dr. Jason K. Wallace)We're discussing all things first-generation graduate/doctoral students in today's episode. You don't want to miss this conversation with the brilliant Dr. Jason K. Wallace who is in the guest chair. He discusses his experience as a first-generation college student and shares findings related to his research that explores the experiences of first-generation doctoral students.About Dr. Jason K. Wallace Dr. Jason K. Wallace (he/him) is a higher education researcher and practitioner, originally from Fort Worth, Texas. He currently serves as the Nina Bell Suggs assistant professor of higher education in the...2023-08-0258 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastMentorship in Action for an Agriculture Education Doctoral Student (with Dr. Torrie Cropps)Dr. Torrie Cropps is in guest chair today and is sharing her graduate school journey. In this episode, she shares how mentorship played an important role in getting to and through graduate school. She also discusses the transition from attending an HBCU to a PWI as well as interesting findings from her research related to the experiences of Black doctoral students in agricultural disciplines.About Dr. Torrie CroppsTorrie Cropps is a Research Scientist in STEM Education at University of Texas at Dallas in the Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion. Her research...2023-07-1931 minThe Writing on My Mind PodcastCelebrating 50 Episodes of the Writing on My Mind PodcastWe've made it to episode 50! And today, I'm sharing some updates, my favorite conversations over the last 50 episodes, and what to expect in the future.Things Mentioned in this Episode:Chase Sapphire Preferred Card (Earn 60,000 points)Away Luggage (Get $20 off - no code needed)Get the Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle BookListen to my Favorite Guest Episodes:#1 - Episode 12 The Mishandling of Black Women in Higher Education with Dr. Monique Liston#2 - Episode 30 You Can’t Break The Rules Until You Know What They Are (with Dr...2023-07-0522 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastThe Importance of Wellness in the Grad School Journey (with Dr. Angela Crumdy)Wellness is a topic that often isn't considered when discussing the graduate school journey. In this week's episode, Dr. Angela Crumdy shares how this lack of connection led her to prioritize wellness and go on to create Grad Girl Wellness.In this episode, we also discuss:What inspired Angela to pursue her PhD right after undergrad,How Angela navigated moving to a new state while pursuing her graduate degree, Tips for incorporating graduate school wellness, and much more.About Dr. Angela CrumdyAngela is the creator of Grad Girl Wellness, an o...2023-06-2124 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastExploring the Hidden Curriculum of Academia as a First-generation College Student (with Dr. La'Tonya Rease Miles)Dr. Rease Miles is in the guest chair today to share her experience navigating higher education as a first-generation college student. We get real on this episode and discuss her college stop out story, her journey to PhD, how she discovered that she was a first-generation college student, how community contributed to her success, and how institutions can better support first-generation undergraduate and graduate students. About Dr. La'Tonya Rease MilesLa'Tonya Rease Miles is Director of University Partnerships at ReUp Education. A first-generation college graduate and former "stop out" student, LT has established t...2023-06-0744 minThe Writing on My Mind PodcastStrategies for Networking as an IntrovertThis episode explores a topic that I am always asked about, how do you network if you're introverted. I share 7 of the best strategies to get the most out of networking as a person who identifies as an introvert. Listen to get these practical tips to implement today.Things Mentioned on This Episode:Purchase the Taking Charge ebook Get the Free Career Plan Download Episode 11 - Giving Yourself GraceThe SkimmThe Daily PodcastSupport the showAbout the Writing on My Mind PodcastDr. Emmanuela Stanislaus, a certified career services pr...2023-05-3131 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastNavigating Sponsorship Relationships (with Dr. Rosalind Chow)Everyone needs a sponsor in their corner. But knowing the difference between mentorship and sponsorship relationships is the key to success. Dr. Rosalind Chow is in guest chair and breaks down what sponsorship relationships are and aren't and how to best take advantage of them.In this episode, we discuss:The difference between mentorship and sponsorship relationships,The structure of sponsorship/protègè relationships,The importance of trust in both mentorship and sponsorship relationships,How sponsorship uniquely impacts people of color,Strategies for navigating the negative effects of self promotion, andHow to turn a mentor into a s...2023-04-2649 min
The Writing on My Mind PodcastThe Power of Mentorship Relationships (with Dr. Sonia Arellano)In today's episode, I speak to Dr. Sonia Arellano about her experience pursuing her PhD and her path to attaining a tenure track professor role. Dr. Arellano discusses the impetus of her research which was inspired by the quilt work honoring migrants who have passed away in the Arizona desert after crossing the U.S./Mexico border. She discusses grieving as a graduate student, how mentorship played a part in her success, and so much more. About Dr. Sonia C. ArellanoSonia C. Arellano is an assistant professor in the Department of Writing a...2023-04-131h 08