On Becoming Educated

In this episode, Pa and guest Pragya Saxena discuss their experiences taking the GRE. They also make recommendations about what you should focus on if you are planning to take the GRE. Shownotes:The Official Guide to the GRE General Test (Pa’s study material - This is an affiliate link, which means if you purchase anything after clicking on this link, I will receive a small percentage of the payment to help cover podcast costs.)GRE Fee Reduction ProgramManhattan Prep (Pragya’s study material)...

In this episode, Pa shares what scares her most about going back to grad school, and it might not be what you think it is.Things mentioned in this episode:To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han (This is an affiliate link, which means if you make a purchase, I'll get a small percentage of total amount you spent, which will go towards the management of this podcast.)Episode 1: On Becoming EducatedEpisode 2: On Going to Grad School Right After CollegeSubscribe to this podcast to follow P...

In this episode, Pa interviews her friend Carmelo Miranda about his educational journey from Compton to the University of California, Davis. Carmelo is a first generation college student who has years of experience in educational support programs. He is the MESA Assistant Director at Woodland Community College and is currently finishing his educational doctorate (EdD) at UC, Davis. Show Notes:Health Services Administration - California State University, ChicoUpward Bound Projects - Calif...

Episode Description: In this episode, Pa talks about why she wants to study the Hmong language in her PhD program and how that all came about. Show Notes:Highland Peoples of Southeast AsiaHmong LanguageUNESCO Atlas of the World’s Languages in DangerSubscribe to this podcast to follow Pa as she gets her PhD. Follow Pa on Instagram @bypavue and the podcast @onbecomingeducated. Access transcripts and submit listener questions at www.onbecomingeducated.comSupport the Show.

In this episode, Pa shares 5 reasons why she chose to do her PhD at UC, Berkeley. Subscribe to this podcast to follow Pa as she gets her PhD. Access transcripts and submit listener questions at www.onbecomingeducated.comShow Notes:Episode 7: On 9 Things I Learned After Applying to 7 PhD ProgramsOn the Art of Selecting a Graduate Program (blog post)“Top Public Schools” from U.S. News & World Report“Top 25 Public Colleges 2019: The Best Education for $30,000 Less” from ForbesUpwar...

In this episode, Pa shares a moment that set off imposter syndrome. She also discusses how she has learned to deal with imposter syndrome, especially when it comes to applying to grad school.Things mentioned on the show:UC, Berkeley School of EducationHmong Language“Yes, Imposter Syndrome Is Real. And Here’s How to Deal with It” (from Time)“Feel like a fraud?” (from gradPSYCH, a publication of the American Psychological Association)Subscribe to this podcast to follow Pa as she gets her PhD.&n...

In this episode, Pa interviews Dr. Cawa Tran about her journey from a poor neighborhood in San Diego to the University of Hawaii at Manoa where she earned her PhD to being a professor at California State University, Chico. They discuss the amount of dedication it takes to become a professor and what it means to be educated. Follow Dr. Tran’s work on Twitter at @CawaTranTran Lab is Dr. Tran’s lab at California State University, Chico.Subscribe to this podcast to follow Pa as she gets her ...

In this episode, Pa shares 9 things she learned after applying to 7 PhD programs.Subscribe to this podcast to follow Pa as she gets her PhD. Access transcripts and submit listener questions at www.onbecomingeducated.comSupport the Show.

In this episode, Pa talks about her relationship with money and why grad school funding is such a priority for her. She also goes over the different types of funding you should expect in grad school, especially in PhD programs. Show Notes:The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher EducationList of Carnegie R1 and R2 Research Classifications Doctoral UniversitiesPaul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New AmericansThe Great Affordability Crisis Breaking AmericaSubscribe to this p...

In this episode, Pa talks about how learning requires us to be vulnerable and courageous. She also talks about the power in all of us to decide whether or not we’ve had enough learning. Subscribe to this podcast to follow Pa as she gets her PhD. Access transcripts and submit listener questions at www.onbecomingeducated.com.You can also follow the podcast on Instagram @onbecomingeducated.Support the Show.