I found Treasyri’s blog TheSpeechMentor in one of my Google binge sessions in which I read everything (Yes, that’s a hyperbole) on the internet about Speech Language Pathology. I came across a post in which she talks about ways she tried to boost her application to graduate school. I was so excited by the post, that I … Read more
I’ve just finished my semester of classes at Utah State University in their online 2nd degree program! Woohoo! I took 2 courses over the 2014 summer session: Phonetics & Developmental Phonology and Language, Speech, and Hearing Development. It was an interesting semester, but I’m definitely glad its over. In this post, I’m going to give you a list of 8 … Read more
I’m about halfway through my first prerequisite courses at USU, and I’m still excited. The material is fascinating (even if the textbooks can be dry and repetitive). In the phonetics class, I’ve already surpassed my previous Phonetics & Phonology of Spanish course that I took in college. Right now we’re learning how to transcribe connected speech. … Read more
I’ve been accepted into Utah State University’s 2nd degree program! Step 1 on my plan to get into grad school is officially in motion! 1. Complete Prerequisites: 2. Boost GPA: 3. Get an awesome GRE score 4. Get into a bilingual masters program What is the USU program? There is a critical need in the field for masters and … Read more
So now that I’ve decided I’m going to become a Speech Language Pathologist, I need to make a plan to get there! Getting into grad school isn’t the easiest thing to begin with. Masters programs in Speech Language Pathology are especially competitive. And to top it all off, I’m an out-of-field candidate (which means I … Read more
All stories must start somewhere… I’m 25 years old, and this is the beginning of my journey to become a Speech Language Pathologist. I didn’t take a very direct route into the SLP field, but I’m excited to be here. I think I’ve wanted to be a teacher since as early as the 5th grade. I’ve always liked … Read more