The Writing on My Mind Podcast
Dr. Emmanuela Stanislaus, a certified career services provider, author and researcher, discusses the ups and downs of pursuing a graduate degree. Tune in as she shares personal stories and revealing conversations with other women of color who share their graduate school journey and provide inspiration for graduate students to level up.
Episodes
60 episodes
Things to Consider if Thinking About Leaving Your Graduate Program
This week, I'm talking about the taboo topic of quitting your graduate program. According to the Urban Institute, 26% of graduate students stop out while the Chronicle of Higher Education reports that 50% of people who start their doctoral degr...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 5
•
27:25
Making the Most of Professional Conferences
Today, I am back with a solo episode that was inspired by a recent client who sought my support to prepare for an upcoming conference. In this episode, I'm sharing my tips for how to prepare and have a successful conference attendance. Listen t...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 4
•
33:08
Tapping into Your Knowing (with Dr. Della V. Mosley)
Today's episode features Dr. Della V. Mosley, former professor now entrepreneur. Dr. Mosley shares her graduate school journey, how she liberated herself to pursue a career on her own terms, and so much more. Listen to this conversation that le...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 3
•
36:54
8 Ways to Prioritize Rest This Summer
It's the end of the academic year and we are exhausted. In today's episode, I'm sharing practical advice to prioritize rest over the summer.Things Mentioned in the Episode:Rest as Resistance...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 2
•
29:06
Is Grad School for You?: A Guide for BIPOC Students (with Drs. Yvette Martinez-Vu and Chávez-García)
Season 5 is here and as we usher in the fifth season of Writing on my Mind, Dr. Yvette Martinez-Vu and Miroslava Chávez-García join us to shed light on the unique challenges faced by first-generation BIPOC students navigating the graduate schoo...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 1
•
45:01
Reflecting on 3 Years of the Writing on My Mind Podcast
In this bonus episode, I'm reflecting on three years of the Writing on My Mind podcast. I'm celebrating the wins, sharing the top episodes from the three years and season 4, as well as some free resources to get your year started on the right f...
•
33:38
Using Research as a Connection to Home and Heritage (with Alexandria Miller)
Today's episode features Alexandria Miller, fifth year doctoral student at Brown University's Africana Studies Department and host of Strictly Facts: A Guide to Caribbean History and Culture podcast which is a project to promote accessibility o...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 11
•
32:32
How to Gain Clarity Through Conducting a Before Semester Check-In
It's the beginning of a new academic year and a beginning of a semester check-in is a great way to gain clarity and set yourself up for success. In this episode, I discuss why you may want to conduct a before semester check-in and provide...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 10
•
29:56
Start Walking Like a Doctor (with Dr. Jason K. Wallace)
We're discussing all things first-generation graduate/doctoral students in today's episode. You don't want to miss this conversation with the brilliant Dr. Jason K. Wallace who is in the guest chair. He discusses his experience as a first-gener...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 9
•
58:21
Mentorship in Action for an Agriculture Education Doctoral Student (with Dr. Torrie Cropps)
Dr. Torrie Cropps is in guest chair today and is sharing her graduate school journey. In this episode, she shares how mentorship played an important role in getting to and through graduate school. She also discusses the transition from attendin...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 8
•
31:15
Celebrating 50 Episodes of the Writing on My Mind Podcast
We've made it to episode 50! And today, I'm sharing some updates, my favorite conversations over the last 50 episodes, and what to expect in the future.Things Mentioned in this Episode:
•
Season 4
•
Episode 7
•
22:33
The Importance of Wellness in the Grad School Journey (with Dr. Angela Crumdy)
Wellness is a topic that often isn't considered when discussing the graduate school journey. In this week's episode, Dr. Angela Crumdy shares how this lack of connection led her to prioritize wellness and go on to create Grad Girl Wellness....
•
Season 4
•
Episode 6
•
24:53
Exploring the Hidden Curriculum of Academia as a First-generation College Student (with Dr. La'Tonya Rease Miles)
Dr. Rease Miles is in the guest chair today to share her experience navigating higher education as a first-generation college student. We get real on this episode and discuss her college stop out story, her journey to PhD, how she discovered th...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 5
•
44:47
Strategies for Networking as an Introvert
This episode explores a topic that I am always asked about, how do you network if you're introverted. I share 7 of the best strategies to get the most out of networking as a person who identifies as an introvert. Listen to get these practical t...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 4
•
31:16
Navigating Sponsorship Relationships (with Dr. Rosalind Chow)
Everyone needs a sponsor in their corner. But knowing the difference between mentorship and sponsorship relationships is the key to success. Dr. Rosalind Chow is in guest chair and breaks down what sponsorship relationships are and aren't...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 3
•
49:48
The Power of Mentorship Relationships (with Dr. Sonia Arellano)
In today's episode, I speak to Dr. Sonia Arellano about her experience pursuing her PhD and her path to attaining a tenure track professor role. Dr. Arellano discusses the impetus of her research which was inspired by the quilt work honoring mi...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 2
•
1:08:32
Maintaining Mentorship Relationships: How to Stay in Touch
We’re back for season 4 of the Writing on My Mind podcast. Today, I’m sharing advice for maximizing and maintaining mentorship relationships by staying in touch with mentors/femtors. This is a jam packed episode where I discuss the role of ment...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 1
•
25:57
Reflecting on the Ups and Downs of 2022
In this bonus episode, Dr. Emmanuela reflects on the wins, lessons, and setbacks of 2022 as well as what she is looking forward to in 2023. She also provides a peak into when to expect the premiere of season 4 of the podcast.Things M...
•
40:14
8 Things to Consider if You're Interested in Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship is a career path that many are curious about. In today’s episode, Dr. Emmanuela shares 8 pieces of advice for graduate students who are considering entrepreneurship. Please fill out the listener survey to share what...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 14
•
28:31
Leaving Academia for Entrepreneurship (with Dra. Yvette Martínez-Vu)
In today's episode, I speak to Dr. Yvette Martínez-Vu about her experience pursuing her PhD. She shares what motivated her to pursue her doctoral degree, how she navigated her program with a chronic illness, what lead her to leave academia, and...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 13
•
49:39
Introduction of the Taking Charge: A Career Guide for Graduate Students eBook
In this bonus episode, Dr. Emmanuela reads the introduction of her new ebook, Taking Charge: A Career Guide for Graduate Students which is available now on taki...
•
13:18
3 Things to Think About if You’re Considering a Career Shift
I'm back with another solo episode. This week, I'm expanding on last week's discussion about my recent career change. This episode, I share three things that you should think about if you're considering a career shift, things that may be signs ...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 11
•
26:08
Grieving a Parent and Career
Grief strikes when you least expect it.In this episode, I discuss my experience grieving the unexpected death of my father as well as grieving my 17 year career as a higher education administrator. I share advice for navigating grief as...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 10
•
35:23
Balancing the Doctoral Journey While Raising a Family (with Dr. Tania Abouzeide)
In today's episode, I speak to Dr. Tania Abouzeide about her experience pursuing her PhD. She shares what inspired her to pursue her doctorate while balancing the demands of a full time job while raising two young kids with her husband. Dr. Abo...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 9
•
45:14
.jpg)
Job Searching While Experiencing Burnout
I'm back with another solo episode and I'm continuing the conversation of burnout and how it can impact the job search process. Listen to hear my tips for successfully job searching while experiencing burnout. I also announce my new e-book that...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 8
•
27:48