Blogs from students, faculty & staff
Embarking on the journey of graduate school can be a transformative experience, especially for first-generation students of color. In a recent episode of Victors in Grad School, Dr. Christopher Lewis engages with Dr. Miroslava Chavez-Garcia and Dr. Yvette Martinez-Vu, coauthors of “Is Grad School For Me,” to delve into their personal narratives and invaluable advice
Embarking on a journey to graduate school comes with its own set of successes and challenges. The path to achieving success in graduate school is seldom a straightforward one. In this enlightening conversation, we sit down with Dr. David Luke, the chief diversity officer at the University of Michigan-Flint, to delve into Dr. Luke’s experiences
Entering graduate school is a significant step in one’s academic and professional journey. It requires careful consideration, motivation, and a clear vision of how it will contribute to personal and career growth. In this week’s Victors in Grad School Podcast, Marsha Hare, an international logistics analyst with XPO Logistics, shares her inspiring journey from undertaking
The Importance of Continuous Learning In this week’s Victors in Grad School we welcome Jeff Sharkey, Vice President for Tru Treasury, as he shares his insights into the journey of success through graduate school. A key takeaway from his experience is the importance of continuous learning. His decision to pursue a graduate degree was driven
Embarking on the journey of graduate school can be a daunting yet rewarding endeavor. In the podcast episode “Victors in Grad School,” Robert Burack, co-founder of Brocade Studio, shares insights from his experience transitioning from undergraduate to graduate education, offering valuable tips and reflections for success in the world of higher education. The Non-Linear Path
Dr. Christopher Lewis, the host of Victor’s in Grad School, recently had a compelling conversation with Arianna Elkins, a student in the master’s in biology program at the University of Michigan Flint. The discussion delved into her journey from undergraduate to graduate studies, the decision to pursue a joint degree program, the importance of balance
Justin Irons is graduating from the Masters of Business Administration this term! We took a few minutes to get to know him more. What has been your favorite class? Pediatrics clinical What did you study as an undergrad? Nursing, Business What has been your favorite assignment so far? Doing physicals for the ECDC kids What
Jennifer Mellema is graduating from the Acute Care Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner program this term! We took a few minutes to get to know her more. What has been your favorite class? Anything with Dr. B What did you study as an undergrad? Nursing What do you prefer studying within your program? Acute care classes
Understanding Faculty Impact In this enlightening conversation with Dr. Jennifer Blackwood, Director of the Physical Therapy program at the University of Michigan-Flint, students were urged to focus on the caliber of faculty when choosing a graduate program. Dr. Blackwood stressed that meaningful growth is nurtured through connections with educators who are committed to continuous learning
Karly Saez is graduating from the MBA in Healthcare Administration this term! We took a few minutes to get to know her more. What has been your favorite class? Finance What did you study as an undergrad? Dietetics What has been your favorite assignment so far? Group based scenario negotiations What do you prefer studying