Way to Be SLP Marissa

Welcome back to season 2 of Way to Be SLP . This season will focus on life after graduate school, but will still include helpful information for those in their journey to becoming an SLP. Season 2 will feature work life balance or school life balance, managing chronic health conditions while being an SLP , and many others to come. This episode will be focused on the latter, managing chronic health conditions while being an SLP. These tips are fairly general and will be helpful for both current and new grad students. I found my CF year pretty difficult as you really start to get into the thick of everything. I would love to hear any questions or suggestions regarding topics you wish more people talked about. Please message with your ideas or specific questions @waytobeslp on Instagram or at waytobeslp@gmail.com.

Here is the anticipated part two of the clinical fellowship series. I’m this episode we discuss interviewing, red flags, applying for your CCCS and things to consider regarding your CF supervisor. Please email or find me on Instagram with any additional questions! @waytobeslp on Instagram or waytobeslp@gmail.com. Go find your dream job! And remember. You’ve got this!

Today’s episode centers on the longest portion of the graduate school application, the personal statement. It might be called other various names but when it comes down to it, it’s a written interview. Come find out why and how to improve your essay in today’s episode. Email at waytobeslp@gmail.com or message on Instagram @waytobeslp for more information and support with your specific situation. And remember, you’ve got this!

Today’s episode is a shorter bonus segment. I interviewed an admissions director at Fresno State, Dr. Pomaville Ph.D., CCC-SLP. Listen to the admissions process at this university and remember to listen to the previous one discussing admissions at Gallaudet University. I am so thankful for her time and insight. Instagram: @waytobeslp or email at waytobeslp@gmail.com

In today’s podcast we are talking about résumés and cover letters. A lot of people think about the resume but forget about the cover letter. Make sure to make everything personalized as much as you can but feel free to give yourself grace as you apply to many places. We also briefly talk about having a job during grad school. For an example of a resume or cover letter message me on Instagram @waytobeslp or email waytobeslp@gmail.com. And Remember you’ve got this!!

Today I tackled the topic of applying for graduate school and specifically looking at the qualities schools hope to see. I also discussed what to do if you get rejected. I mentioned an article “The Inside Scoop in Grad School Applications” that you can find on the ASHA website. Please ask any questions on Instagram @waytobeslp or directly email at waytobeslp@gmail.com. Have a great week and remember, you’ve got this!