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Welcome to another episode of Victors in Grad School! In this episode, host Dr. Christopher Lewis sits down with Derek Howard, a successful attorney and past adjunct professor, to discuss his journey through graduate school. Derek shares his experiences starting with his undergraduate degree in political science at the University of Michigan Flint and his
Attending graduate school while working can be challenging, and finding a balance between work, school, and personal life can be even more difficult. However, with some planning, organization, and prioritization, it is possible to manage your time effectively and achieve a work-life balance while pursuing your graduate degree. Here are some tips to help you
On this episode of Victors in Grad School, host Christopher Lewis sits down with Shelly McFarlane, a criminal defense attorney who shares her journey from undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan Flint to law school at Western Michigan University Cooley Law School. Throughout the episode, Shelley reflects on the importance of flexibility and finding
Graduate school can be an expensive investment in your future, but there are several ways to pay for it. Here are some of the most common ways to pay for your graduate education: In conclusion, paying for graduate school can be a challenge, but there are several options available to help make it more affordable.
There are many ways to find success in graduate school. We have talked about many different ways weekly in the Victors in Grad School podcast, and if you have listened to past episodes you will find that everyone’s journey to and through graduate school is different. That being said there are some commonalities that we
Today, we’re highlighting a graduating student we’ve featured before! Marquonda Wyatt has finished her graduate education, and is moving on to her next steps in life! Congratulations, Marquonda! We hope to continue to see great things from you going forward into the future! Here’s what Marquonda had to say: Why Did You Choose Your Major?
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Dr. Donna Fry, Dean of the College of Health Sciences at the University of Michigan-Flint. Today we talked to Donna Fry about her own educational journey leading her from receiving her Bachelors degree from the University of Michigan to receiving her Masters
Graduate school can be a great investment in your education and career. It can provide you with specialized knowledge, skills, and credentials that can make you more competitive in the job market. Here are some job prospects to consider after completing graduate school: However, it’s important to research the job market in your specific field
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Carla Beasley, Senior, Project Management – Macy’s, East Region. Today we talked about her own educational journey leading her from receiving her Bachelors degree from the University of Michigan-Flint to getting two Masters degrees from both the University of Michigan and the
Graduate school is a significant investment of time, money, and effort, but the potential benefits can be substantial. Here are some potential benefits of attending graduate school: In conclusion, attending graduate school can provide numerous potential benefits, including career advancement, specialized knowledge, networking opportunities, increased earning potential, personal growth, research opportunities, and credentials. However, it’s