Category Archives: Educational Psychology
5 Things That Made This Semester Wonderful
This semester, the one that finished nearly three weeks ago, was the best one of my college career. I finished with a 3.71 GPA and couldn’t have been prouder of myself. Since this semester finished, I have moved twice and … Continue reading
Filed under Erin, Memories, Future, College, Educational Psychology, Graduate Education, Undergraduate Education, Transitions
The Meeting of Two Sisters
This past week, I had the distinct pleasure of meeting a dear friend, a truly prolific scholar, and most importantly, my long lost sister. She truly is the definition of a soul sister. I made the journey to Athens, Georgia, … Continue reading
Filed under College, Educational Psychology, Erin, Future, Graduate Education, Memories, Transitions
5 Reasons Why Being a Professional Nerd Is Good
The infamous question that is asked when someone is at my stage in “studenthood” is the age old question of what we’ll do when we graduate. My answer? “Well, I’ll be in college for the rest of my life.” Pursuing … Continue reading
Filed under College, Educational Psychology, Future, Graduate Education, Memories, Transitions
Thank You, Dr. Torrance
As you probably are aware, I have begun studying creativity and the life of Dr. E. Paul Torrance. To commemorate and keep track of the study, I have started an additional blog called Thank You, Dr. Torrance that will be … Continue reading
One Word: Perseverance
I’ve seen people choose one word to describe their goals for 2012 a lot lately. At first, I didn’t want to take part. Writing isn’t about setting trends or following them, but once I found a word, I couldn’t get … Continue reading
Tools for Triumph in 2012
Instead of reflecting too heavily on the topsy-turvy nature that was 2011, I’ve decided that I will look forward and into the changes and positivity that will come in 2012. As many of you know, I have launched what I … Continue reading
Filed under Blogging, College, Educational Psychology, Erin, Future, Graduate Education, Transitions
New Adventures Are Good
It’s been a roller coaster around here lately. Registration week for next semester was awful, but it resulted in the best change I’ve made. I switched BACK to a psychology major after finding out that I would graduate on time, … Continue reading
Filed under Adulthood, College, Disability, Educational Psychology, Future, Graduate Education, Transitions
Patience: An Essential For Your Teacher Toolkit
This weekend, I’ve sought out many different ways to instill intrinsic motivation within myself for the upcoming semester. I will move back into my dormitory and begin my third year of college on Thursday. It’s amazing what you find when … Continue reading
Filed under Children, College, Educational Psychology, Erin, Future, Graduate Education, Memories, Parenting, Parents, Transitions, Undergraduate Education
Five Things All Professors Should Know
As school begins to start at universities around the country, one of the things about which I always get the most nervous is how my professors will react to my needs. Usually, the e-mail and first face-to-face interactions clear the air … Continue reading
Filed under College, Disability, Educational Psychology, Erin, Undergraduate Education
Preparing for the Semester
One of the toughest things about being a college student with a disability, in my opinion, is first impressions on professors. Why? Because you don’t want to draw too much attention to yourself, but yet you want to meet the … Continue reading
Filed under College, Disability, Educational Psychology, Future, Undergraduate Education
