Grad School Femtoring: Inclusive Grad School Stories, Personal Development, and Productivity Tips for  First-Gen BIPOCs

Grad School Femtoring: Inclusive Grad School Stories, Personal Development, and Productivity Tips for First-Gen BIPOCs

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Grad School Femtoring: Inclusive Grad School Stories, Personal Development, and Productivity Tips for First-Gen BIPOCs episodes

  • 16: Thriving as a Low-Income, First-Gen, or Underrepresented Student in Grad School

    In this episode, Dra. Martinez-Vu answers a series of discussion questions to teach you how to thrive graduate school.  Key terms mentioned include imposter syndrome, microaggressions, and family achievement guilt. Tune in to learn more. 


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    24 min
  • 15: Self-Care and Stress Management in Academia

    Dra. Martinez-Vu shares her advice for implementing self-care and stress-management practices to take care of your mind, body, and soul while also managing your academic work. This episode is for you if you're an undergrad, grad student, or early career academic who feels overwhelmed, burned out, and stuck. If you take care of yourself, you can experience more joy and thrive in all areas of your life. 


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    25 min
  • 14: The Grad School Open House or Campus Visit

    In this episode, Dra. Martinez-Vu shares what to do if you've been invited to a grad school open house. 


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    11 min
  • 13: Preparing for a Grad School Interview

    In this episode of the Grad School Femtoring Podcast, I share insights on preparing for grad school interviews. I share with you the most common interview questions and provide strategies on answering them to highlight your fit with the program. I also discuss the importance of mock interviews and researching your interviewers. Tune in to gain insider tips and boost your confidence for your upcoming grad school interviews.


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    22 min
  • 12: PhD Admissions Timeline

    If you recently applied to PhD programs and wondering what comes next in the process then this episode is for you. Learn more about the PhD admissions timeline, when you’ll hear back from programs, and what to prepare for after that.


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    14 min
  • 11: Balancing Family and Academia

    In this episode, Dra. Martinez-Vu shares advice on harmonizing between family and academic work expectations especially during the holiday season.


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    23 min
  • 10: Your GRE, Transcript, and Fee Waiver Questions Answered

    In this episode, Dra. Martinez-Vu answers common questions about sending GRE scores, ordering transcripts, and applying for fee waivers for grad school applications.


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    15 min
  • 9: Demystifying Grad School Myths

    In this episode, Dra. Yvette Martinez-Vu demystifies seven common grad school myths. Check it out to learn more!


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    *The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*

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    17 min
  • 8: Imposter Syndrome and Managing Feelings of Doubt

    In this episode Dra. Yvette Martinez-Vu shares how she manages feelings of doubt as well as the advice she gives to her students who struggle with imposter syndrome.


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    *The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*

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    18 min
  • 7: Writing the Personal Statement and Diversity Statement

    In this episode of the Grad School Femtoring Podcast, I delve into the essentials of writing the personal statement and diversity statement for graduate school. I define these two types of essays, offer advice on how to get started, and share insights on addressing common challenges such as writer's block. Tune in to learn about sample prompts, how to brainstorm ideas, and strategies for structuring your statements to effectively convey your unique and valuable experiences and contributions. Additionally, I provide tips for addressing any academic gaps and integrating personal stories to create a compelling and competitive application.


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    15 min

About Grad School Femtoring: Inclusive Grad School Stories, Personal Development, and Productivity Tips for First-Gen BIPOCs

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The Signal Award-winning Grad School Femtoring Podcast provides first-generation BIPOC students and professionals with conversations about graduate school and growth to help you sustainably achieve your goals. 

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