Before I applied to the graduate program at Marist I did extensive research of many graduate school programs. I knew I wanted to study communication but I had to figure out which program would be best for me. There were a few factors I had to consider while making my decision. One of the options that stood out to me was Marist's option to take the graduate program full-time for one year. Although I knew I would be taking on a lot, it was something I was willing to do.
Going from not being in school for two years to taking on a full-time graduate course load was challenging. I must admit, at the beginning of my first semester I felt overwhelmed. With the help of my cohorts and my professors I was able to feel more at ease. With a lot of my anxiety alleviated I was able to focus more on how to juggle the demands of having two courses.
Creating a schedule was a tremendous help! I was able to manage my time and meet all deadlines. A few course rounds later and I am excited that I have survived 6 courses with 2 in progress. I am towards the end of the program and I am excited for graduation!
It isn't impossible to work full-time while going to school full-time. I have had such a positive experience at Marist. I'm glad to have such great support from my professors and cohorts.
And what a fantastic job you are doing in graduate school! Are you going to do a thesis and if yes, have you selected a topic?
ReplyDeleteThank you, Helen! I chose to do the seminar option since I have such a short time here. Thanks for asking!
DeleteLorrie, what is a seminar option? I thought we only had two options a thesis and a comprehensive test?
DeleteFrom my understanding that is what the seminar is for. I get more information by next week so I will definitely follow up with you!
DeleteLorrie I think it is amazing that you decided to complete the program as a full-time student, I give you a lot of credit! I would love to hear more about the seminar option as well. I am still on the fence about which route I'd like to take.
DeleteThat is great news Lorrie! I give you credit for doing both full-time. It takes a lot of patience and energy to do what you did and are still doing. Congratulations on one more semester!
ReplyDeleteThank you! This program has been awesome and you all have provided me with a lot of support to get through all of this.
DeleteI am impressed and encouraged by your year! Congratulations! I too am interested in hearing if you are choosing the thesis option, why you chose that, and the topic.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Due to the short amount of time I had to do the program, I decided to take the seminar option instead. I'm excited to see what it is about.
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