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Urge Your Representatives: Support Pregnant And Parenting Students!

When I discovered I was pregnant my junior year, my first inclination was to hide the pregnancy. I didn't want anyone to know I was pregnant, I didn't want anything to make me stand out on campus and I didn't want my professors to begin treating me differently. What I wish I had known was that as a pregnant and soon-to-be parenting student, I had rights. Title IX protects against … [Continue reading...]

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GoalDiggin’: My Goals For May 2013

I've got to admit - I've been in a bit of a funk that past couple months. I think the weather has a lot to do with it. When it's gloomy and wet and cold outside, you tend to spend a lot of time indoors, staring at the same four walls all day. It drove me bonkers. But now that spring is officially here I'm feeling better. I've got a pep in my step, I'm smiling more and I feel on top of … [Continue reading...]

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VIDEO: Young Mom Summit – From Teen Mom To M.D.

Welcome to my "new" video series, the Young Mom Summits. Think of these as mini conferences/events, where you can hear from some inspiring people who will give you encouragement on being your best self. I'm working to re-brand this series so people can truly walk away feeling like they've learned something and are a better person for talking the time to participate. Episode THREE in the series … [Continue reading...]

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5 Reasons You & Your Kids Should Visit The Library More Often

I grew up a major bookworm, getting new books every time I could get my hands on them. I would spend hours reading and at least three times a week my mom would have to come into my room, pull the book out my hand and tell me to go to bed. I want my kids to love reading as much as I do, but I don't want to force the issue to the point where they rebel. It's been amazing to see how much my … [Continue reading...]

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The Toughest Part Of The Journey Will One Day Be Your Favorite

When I discovered I was pregnant, unexpectedly, at age 20, my first thoughts were financial. How am I going to support this kid? How am I going to pay for diapers, for food, for clothes, for doctor's appointments? I had a few on-campus jobs, but all total, I was making about $1,000 a year. Hardly enough to put a dent into what this baby needed. I cried most of my first trimester and well into … [Continue reading...]

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{YML Voices} From Grad Student To Instructor

by Carla Buckner Wednesday was my first day as the new instructor at my university. The night before, I had prepared myself for my first day and organized everything so the grad student-to-instructor transition would go smoothly. By day, I was the typical graduate student: I attended my classes, took notes, and glanced at my social networks in between. However, when 5:00 PM hit, I became an … [Continue reading...]

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How One Professor Makes Life Easier For Student-Parents

I'm turning the final corner of my graduate school life, putting the finishing touches on my thesis before I go in front of my committee for my thesis. In doing some final research on what constitutes a family-friendly campus, I found this sample syllabus from a professor at Oregon State. It almost brought tears to my eyes with how fair and compassionate it was. And how SIMPLE would it be to have … [Continue reading...]

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{YML Voices} I Don’t Want To Work

By Sara Elysée I had a long list of goals prior to getting married and having my son. I wanted to be a psychologist with my own practice and a professor for a prestigious university living in London, England (I have a fascination with all things British). I received my Masters a year after getting married with plans of continuing on to receiving my doctoral degree. Little did I know, I was … [Continue reading...]

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