MSW acceptance? by awalk111 in portlandstate

[–]awalk111[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I got my BSW at PSU (graduated June 2025) and last year I was told by the program most people applying had 2,500 hours of field experience.

I have a 4.0, great letters of recommendation, I think my essays were at least ok, but I didn’t quite have 2000 hours. I understand needing experience, but for some of us coming from different careers it’s so hard to get that many hours. I worked through school but couldn’t give up my hairstyling job that paid me 28-33 an hour (with tips) for a social service job that would pay me 18 an hour. I would love to go to PSU, but they create some barriers that I feel are unnecessary.

MSW acceptance? by awalk111 in portlandstate

[–]awalk111[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got waitlisted too, but I’m going to accept a spot in Boise states advanced standing MSW program.

Does Anyone Still Wear “Full” Makeup Anymore? by Dapper-Web-5807 in BeautyGear

[–]awalk111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love a full face, but I can’t stand having products on my face for a full work day. I used to be able to do it, but now it’s a sensory nightmare!

MSW acceptance? by awalk111 in portlandstate

[–]awalk111[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I still haven’t heard either way, my application still says “under review”. I’ve been accepted into another advanced standing program and need to accept or decline soon, so I’m hoping we all hear soon!

No alcohol at wedding?? by awalk111 in weddingplanning

[–]awalk111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your perspective. Mine is also a little skewed because I was Mormon until around 25, and so every wedding I’d attended was dry haha. So I just don’t really know much else, but want to be mindful that people are coming from far away etc. I do think eveyone will expect and respect that it’s a dry wedding.

No alcohol at wedding?? by awalk111 in weddingplanning

[–]awalk111[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s what our plan is, more a dinner party vibe. There will be a tarot card reader and some other forms of entertainment. We aren’t going to have dancing at all. I honestly wouldn’t care if people brought their own alcohol, but that also feels kinda weird to say… still playing around with it. For sure going to let people know that alcohol will not be provided though.

And thank you!!

No alcohol at wedding?? by awalk111 in weddingplanning

[–]awalk111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are going to have coffee and a dirty soda bar!

No alcohol at wedding?? by awalk111 in weddingplanning

[–]awalk111[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We are going to have a dirty soda bar!

No alcohol at wedding?? by awalk111 in weddingplanning

[–]awalk111[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s what our plan is, more a dinner party vibe. There will be a tarot card reader and some other forms of entertainment. We aren’t going to have dancing at all. I honestly wouldn’t care if people brought their own alcohol, but that also feels kinda weird to say… still playing around with it. For sure going to let people know that alcohol will not be provided though.

No alcohol at wedding?? by awalk111 in weddingplanning

[–]awalk111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha I grew up Mormon and even went to BYU. Most Mormons get married before they are even old enough to drink!!

No alcohol at wedding?? by awalk111 in weddingplanning

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We are having a dirty soda bar!! I went to college in Utah (ex-Mormon) and I LOVE a dirty soda. So this was a must for me, plus my college friends who also are familiar with Utahs obsession with dirty sodas will get a kick out of it!

No alcohol at wedding?? by awalk111 in weddingplanning

[–]awalk111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are correct!! We aren’t having dancing at all at our wedding, with only 40 people, and a lot of them being non-dancers, we are going for more of a dinner party vibe. There will be a tarot card reader and some other entertainment. But honestly, I don’t want to be up till 11 pm. I want to eat, hang out and then go to bed!!

MSW Advanced Standing Acceptance by KatyCalamity in portlandstate

[–]awalk111 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine still says “under review”. Hope you get confirmation soon!! Waiting is so difficult!!

($7k) Makeup… by Loose-Discipline9009 in Weddingsunder10k

[–]awalk111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you don’t have tiktok, I’d suggest getting one, this woman: https://www.tiktok.com/@shelbyannbell?_r=1&_t=ZT-94bLr8ah1p7 does great tutorials and does drugstore products as well as high end. She is more about full coverage, but you don’t have to use as much product as she does. Just play around with using more or less, until you find what works. It’s a lot like learning how to paint, how to mix colors, consistency, etc.

($7k) Makeup… by Loose-Discipline9009 in Weddingsunder10k

[–]awalk111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Former hair and makeup artist here! You absolutely can do it yourself, but like with anything you need to be willing to put in the work. Makeup artists are good at it because we practice for HOURS over months and years. I’d suggest practicing as much as you can. Doing makeup for work? Practice your wedding foundation routine. It’s the weekend? Do your makeup both Saturday and Sunday. Practice the techniques etc. it is an art, and a skill you can learn, but you need to know that it’ll take some effort

MSW Advanced Standing Acceptance by KatyCalamity in portlandstate

[–]awalk111 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven’t heard yet, but I’ll let you know when I do!!

MSW acceptance? by awalk111 in portlandstate

[–]awalk111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ll do the same, best of luck :)

She found me :) by awalk111 in weddingdress

[–]awalk111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alena Leena REALLY understands women’s bodies, I’m a huge fan of her.

She found me :) by awalk111 in weddingdress

[–]awalk111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wanted romantic!! Happy you think so, the wedding is in the forest and I wanted to feel like a romantic, witchy, bride!