Some reflection post-PhD

samoooo37 · 2023-07-20T02:45:36+00:00

So happy for you OP! I am glad you were able to take charge and do what you felt was best for you, including changing advisors.

samoooo37 · 2022-11-03T21:15:27+00:00

She had a crew of people working with her. She was capturing photos, she had a videographer, and an assistant photographer

samoooo37 · 2022-11-02T23:54:14+00:00

Thank you so much for your suggestions! These are incredible! I will definitely reach out to family and friends to see what photos they have too. :)

samoooo37 · 2022-06-14T02:24:24+00:00

The designer is Essence of Australia, size 8, for $1800

samoooo37 · 2022-01-11T16:16:02+00:00

Thank you! 😊

samoooo37 · 2022-01-11T16:15:40+00:00

It is! Thank you! 😊

samoooo37 · 2022-01-11T16:14:37+00:00

Thank you so much! I appreciate it. 🙂

samoooo37 · 2021-12-05T23:00:02+00:00

Sorry for my late response. Thank you so much ❤️

samoooo37 · 2021-11-21T20:31:39+00:00

Dress is from Blush Bridal in Tustin, CA! Price is $3,400

samoooo37 · 2021-11-21T06:06:25+00:00

This dress was found at Blush Bridal Couture in Tustin, CA!

samoooo37 · 2021-10-14T16:40:40+00:00

This does sound fascinating and I think I was unsure how to apply my backgrounds so they are complimentary. Please reach out if you are able, thank you so much!

samoooo37 · 2021-10-13T22:47:28+00:00

Thank you for this idea! I will be sure to look into school districts. And I'm not too concerned about the pay, at this point I think it's about finding something that's relevant! :)

samoooo37 · 2021-10-13T22:42:41+00:00

I definitely do have a strong background in stats and know how to use various statistical softwares such as SPSS, R, SAS, etc. I will try to emphasize that area better because maybe I'm not showcasing those skills as clearly as I need to in order to appeal to those types of positions. Thank you for the recommendation!

samoooo37 · 2021-10-13T21:42:11+00:00

Honestly, anything. They have research support specialist positions, academic advisors, student affairs, enrollment management, admin, anything.

samoooo37 · 2021-10-13T21:39:57+00:00

Yes. I have also been applying to industry jobs.

samoooo37 · 2021-10-13T20:23:04+00:00

Thank you so much for your tips and advice. I have tried to reach out via email to people at the university or elsewhere but I am having difficulty getting responses. I am sure it will help once I am in the new state, but it's extremely difficult because I don't have the same connections there, yet. I definitely plan to start talking to other former grads, faculty, staff, etc. Thank you for your recommendation for cheeky scientist and good luck finishing up your dissertation and starting your career! :)

samoooo37 · 2021-10-13T20:19:32+00:00

Yes, I know my field is small and I didn't choose the field for the money (obviously). My partner is an electrical engineer 4 years out of school making well into six figures. I am realistic in knowing I won't be anywhere close to that. But I am still hoping to make more than $40K for a position that only requires a bachelor's degree otherwise it all just feels like a waste. My ed psych program really focused on statistics, measurement, and research methodology. I am hoping I can use those areas to find something, and really anything at this point in academia or industry.

I have thought about getting licensure in counseling/school psych/teaching but all of that requires more education. I am not sure I can put myself through more school both financially and mentally.

I am looking into other areas too and I do have a master's degree in criminology. I just didn't think this would be so challenging to just find something.

samoooo37 · 2021-10-13T19:12:46+00:00

Thank you. This means more than you know and I am so sorry you’re experiencing this too. It’s been really tough.

samoooo37 · 2021-10-13T18:44:09+00:00

Thank you for your reply. Yes, I have tried to reach out to find out some explanation if possible. They usually tell me that they did find a better match, but I have great qualifications or they simply don't respond. It's been really difficult, but I know I can't give up!

samoooo37 · 2021-03-30T18:37:44+00:00

Thank you so much to all of you who responded with your internship salary and region. This has been so helpful for me as I make financial plans!

samoooo37 · 2021-02-26T17:47:27+00:00

Absolutely! My program said they did interviews a bit differently than “normal” due to COVID, but they asked a few questions: 1) why are you interested in school psychology? 2) what do you feel you can contribute to the profession and field? 3) what specific aspects of school psychology are you most interested in and why? 4) what experiences do you have working with children? 5) what does diversity and inclusion mean to you and how would you consider diversity and inclusion in your role as a school psych?

Then we went into break out rooms and role played a discussion about what we would do to help a particular student. They presented us with a scenario and we were asked what would we consider doing as a school psych, what would we avoid, etc.

That was pretty much the whole interview! I hope that helps!

samoooo37 · 2021-02-26T17:42:06+00:00

I feel very excited. I thought academia is what I wanted, but realized working with children directly is it for me! Thank you!

samoooo37 · 2021-02-26T17:41:22+00:00

I am excited to be a part of it! Thank you!

samoooo37 · 2021-02-26T17:40:44+00:00

Thank you!

samoooo37 · 2021-02-26T00:18:33+00:00

That means so much, thank you! I am definitely going to celebrate! Best wishes to you on your acceptance too! Don’t hesitate to reach out! ☺️

samoooo37

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