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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Computational and Applied Mathematics
San Diego State University
Graduate Degree
Applied Psychology
Alliant International University
Doctorate
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Alliant International University
Graduate Degree
Educational/Instructional Technology
American International University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Clinical Research Coordinators:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: Computational and Applied Mathematics
Graduate Degree: Applied Psychology
Doctorate: Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Graduate Degree: Educational/Instructional Technology
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
I graduated with a BS in mathematics.
2.
I obtained a job as a systems analyst for a government contractor.
3.
I studied psychology with a concentration in substance abuse and worked as a counselor.
4.
I went back to school for a Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology.
5.
I obtained a job as an internal Six Sigma consultant.
6.
I obtained a job leading organizational training for a government contractor.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
'You cannot study mathematics-you are a girl.' - Society. I was the only girl in the mathematics program at that time in my studies that seemed to give evidence. 'You are too busy being a single mother and working full-time to go back to school' - My parents.
How I responded:
I made a commitment to myself and decided to deal with that noise head-on and move through it. I bought a personalized license plate that symbolized my doctorate and I would not put it on my car until I had my degree. Instead, I hung it over my computer for an inspiration.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I came from the "wrong side of the tracks" with no financial support. To go to state college, I worked to pay my tuition and books. I also did that for my master's degree. For my Ph.D., I obtained a job that had an educational reimbursement program.