During our pre-session meeting Dr. Rose Martinez asked us what drew us to this class, I remarked quite unashamed that for me it was her. After having traveled to Chile with Rose and getting to know her in and around Continue reading
Over the weekend I had the opportunity to attend my first “open house” as a SOLES Ambassador, which was very rewarding. While I had attended these events previously, my role was significantly more removed. I felt a sense of pride Continue reading
I graduated in May from USD with my M.A. in Counseling, with a School Specialization. I am currently living at home in Orange County, working as the director of a summer program, but will be moving back to San Diego Continue reading
I am a second semester graduate student from the leadership program at SOLES. These two past semesters have been like a daring, fun roller costar ride. The reason that I say that is because of the new “language” that SOLES Continue reading
I can’t believe it’s already March, which means I’m halfway through my second semester at USD. I feel comfortable, confident, and ready to rock out whatever the rest of my program throws my way But I definitely didn’t always feel Continue reading
As a first year doctoral student, I’m trying to figure out what I need to know to survive. What technologies to use, what books to read, what forms to fill out, etc. etc. But most importantly, WHO do I need Continue reading
No matter what you are celebrating, the holidays are about love, family, togetherness, joy and laughter. The past two years I have not gone home (to Atlanta) for the holidays and have, instead, remained in San Diego. I have been Continue reading
“Finish Strong!” This is what I keep telling myself over and over again. I need to finish strong, and keep looking forward to accomplishing this amazing opportunity of graduating with my Master’s degree by next July (although I get to Continue reading
It’s November, and I can’t believe how fast this semester has passed! Yet, I am enjoying and growing in the three classes I’m taking here at USD. I’m preparing my proposal for my Action Research in EDUC 500 taught by Continue reading
