S1E4. Five Questions I Asked Myself Before Pursuing a PhD

In this solo episode, I share five key questions that I considered before deciding if a PhD was right for me. I had just started my graduate program at the time and had been exposed to research as a research assistant and study abroad program. After being advised by my graduate advisor to talk toContinue reading “S1E4. Five Questions I Asked Myself Before Pursuing a PhD”

S1E3. Building a Family-Centered Clinical Career

In this interview episode, Sydney Bassard shares her SLP journey. She discusses her transition from a Public Health major to graduate school, as well as the research experience she gained through receiving ASHA’s Students Preparing for Academic Research Careers (SPARC) Award. Sydney describes how she has built a family-centered career and business, by advocating forContinue reading “S1E3. Building a Family-Centered Clinical Career”

S1E2. Why I Decided to Become a SLP (And Not a Wedding Planner!)

In my first solo episode, I share part of my own story-why I decided to pursue a career as a SLP. I share some of my early career aspirations, as well as some pivotal experiences during my undergraduate years that led me to major in Communication Sciences and Disorders.   Episode Transcript NOTE: This podcastContinue reading “S1E2. Why I Decided to Become a SLP (And Not a Wedding Planner!)”

S1E1. Transitioning from Clinician to PhD Student

Ever wondered about going back to school to pursue a PhD? In this episode Dr. Geralyn Timler shares her journey from clinician to PhD student. After working clinically for 12 years, she decided to pursue a PhD at the University of Washington. Dr. Timler shares advice for deciding if a PhD is right for youContinue reading “S1E1. Transitioning from Clinician to PhD Student”