More Insights from Our Graduates

We collected the thoughts, wisdom and advice of 18 of our doctoral and master's degree recipients. Here's more of what they shared with us.

Ilaria Rubino, '20 PhD (Chemical Engineering)

Seek out the support of mentors, peers and programs that can guide your development.

Emily Hull, '20 PhD (Anthropology)

Sleep well, eat well, and drink a ton of water. It's okay not to be perfect.

Krisha Quiambao, '20 MPH (Global Health)

Ensure you are creating a balance between your career and your personal needs.

Ghazaleh Eskandari Sedighi, '20 PhD (Biochemistry)

You can't become an expert in something overnight. It's a gradual process; hang in there.

Katrina Aranas, '20 MEd (Educational Psychology)

Finding support among those who are going through the same experience is vital.

Cedric Cordero, '20 MA (Communications & Technology)

Grad school has taught me to be brave to overcome my fears. My ambition to be better is valid.

Anthony Goertz, '20 MA (Women's and Gender Studies)

Gender Studies blew my mind every day, and aligned with what I'm most passionate about.

Larissa Lautner, MSc (Surgery)

You'll be surprised how other students and your mentors are willing to help.

Camille Warbington, '20 PhD (Ecology)

Treat yourself with the same professional courtesy that you do your colleagues and mentors.

Amynah Mevawala, '20 PhD (Nursing)

Learn with an open mind, live with an open heart, and value and respect everyone.

Shelaine Fleck, '20 MSc (Biochemistry)

If something about your program isn't going how you want, it's up to you to speak up.

Elaheh Alizadeh Rabiei, '20 MDes (Art & Design)

Believe in your instincts, and always look for opportunities to expand your knowledge.