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Abstract
Analyzing
the challenges of Latinas in PhD programs
There is
such a low number of Latinas graduating from PhD programs compared
to all other ethnic groups. My research consists of interviewing
Latinas at Washington State University that are currently in PhD
programs. Common themes will then be analyzed. The information
will then be used to create a pamphlet for younger Latinas on
how to prepare for graduate school.
Biography
I grew up
in Tri-cities, lived there since I was six years old. I was raised
by my mom, who recently graduated a couple years ago from W.S.U.
Tri-Cities, with a degree in Bilingual Education. She is currently
teaching in Tri-Cities. From her example and encouragement, I
always knew that I was going to college. Yet, even from her experience,
my experience concerning college was limited because of the fact
that I had to go away for college and she never had to, she finished
her degree in her mid-thirties at the W.S.U. Tri-Cities campus.
The Pullman and Tri-cities campus have many differences. These
differences set me back for a little while. Yet, despite those
differences, I am graduating Spring of 2003 and planning to attend
graduate school in California. The programs I am looking into
are a combination of education, counseling psychology, and ethnic
studies. This would be a continuation of my undergraduate studies.
I plan on working as an academic advisor as well as teach at either
a high school or college/university.
Extra-Curricular
Activities
Involved
in Chicano/Latino Student Organizations such as Mujeres Unidas
and M.E.Ch.A,play the flute, community service, yoga, running/walking,
scrapbooking, writing letters to family and friends, photography.
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