Victors in Grad School

Dr. Christopher Lewis, the host of Victors in Grad School, engaged in an enlightening conversation with Jennifer Keahl, a franchise owner and area developer for StretchLab. Through their discussion, Keahl generously shared her journey, from pursuing a graduate degree to leveraging her education in her professional ventures. The insights provided in their conversation shed light on the crucial aspe...

The transition from undergraduate to graduate school can be challenging and daunting, especially for first-generation college students. In this blog post, we will delve into the experiences of Quion Wheeler, a detective and school resource officer with the Pontiac School District, who pursued a master's degree in public administration at the University of Michigan's Rackham Graduate School. Quion'...

Graduate school is a challenging yet rewarding journey that demands determination, resilience, and a passion for learning. In this blog post, we'll delve into the insightful conversation between Dr. Christopher Lewis and Dr. John Long, a senior lecturer in engineering at Deakin University in Australia. Dr. Long shares his remarkable journey through graduate school, offering valuable advice and ins...

Embarking on the journey of graduate school is a significant milestone filled with challenges and opportunities for growth. In this week's Victors in Grad School podcast we talk with Michael Weber , a retired General Motors global systems engineer, shared his insights and experiences about his transition from the workforce to graduate school. In this blog post, we will delve into Michael's journey...

The road to success in graduate school is paved with unique challenges and triumphs, especially for those pursuing their aspirations in a foreign country. In this week's Victors in Grad School podcast, Imrul Shuva , a graduate student in Computer Science and Information Systems at the University of Michigan Flint, shared his insightful journey through graduate school, shedding light on the experie...

Graduate school is a significant undertaking that requires dedication, commitment, and a clear focus on personal and professional goals. This week on the Victors in Grad School Podcast we have a compelling conversation with Ron Williams , a successful business professional who holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Michigan - Flint. Throughout the episode, Ron share...

In this episode of Victors in Grad School, We welcome Brandee Cooke-Brown , the Executive Director of 100k Ideas , a nonprofit organization in Flint, Michigan. We discuss Brandee's journey from her undergraduate education at the University of Michigan to her decision to pursue a master's degree after several years of working. Brandee explains that her path to graduate school was not a traditional...

In this episode of Victors in Grad School podcast, Dr. Christopher Lewis, the Director of Graduate Programs at the University of Michigan Flint, speaks with Leslie Whetstone , the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Michigan Flint. They discuss Leslie's journey from earning a Bachelor of Arts in History to pursuing a Master's of Business Administration (MBA) at Bake...

In this episode of "Victors in Grad School," the host, Dr. Christopher Lewis, interviews Brittany Douglas , a physician assistant student at the University of Michigan Flint. The podcast focuses on the journey of students, alumni, and experts and how they find success in graduate school. Brittany Douglas discusses her unique path to becoming a physician assistant. She initially worked as a surgica...

Welcome to the Victors in Grad School podcast, this week we interview Chip Evans , the Assistant Director of Disability Services at the University of Michigan-Flint. We explore Chip's own graduate school journey, discuss accommodations for graduate students with disabilities, and offer valuable insights on succeeding in graduate education. Chip Evans starts by emphasizing the importance of embraci...

In this episode of Victors in Grad School podcast, we discuss the importance of strategic preparation for graduate school with guest Helen Budd , the Program Manager for the Student Veterans Resource Center at the University of Michigan, Flint. Helen shares her own educational journey, highlighting her transition from a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) to a Master of Business Administrati...

In this episode of the Victors in Grad School, podcast Dr. Christopher Lewis interviews Dr. G race Carey about her educational journey and career. Dr. Carey began her academic path at the University of Michigan Flint, earning a bachelor's degree in anthropology and sociology with a minor in international and global studies. She later pursued a Ph. D. in anthropology at Princeton University and cur...

Welcome back to the Victors in Grad School podcast! In today's episode, titled "Advice from Admission Professionals on Succeeding in Graduate School," we bring you a unique and insightful perspective on graduate school success. Our host, Christopher Lewis, attended the NAGAP conference in New York City and had the opportunity to speak with admission professionals from various institutions across t...

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Victors in Grad School podcast! In this episode, our host, Dr. Christopher Lewis, sits down with a special guest,  Lora Phelps , an early college dual enrollment coordinator. Lora shares her journey from undergraduate to graduate school, discussing the pivotal moments and decisions that led her to pursue further education. As someone who worked full-time...

Welcome back to another episode of the Victors in Grad School podcast! I'm your host, Dr. Christopher Lewis, and today we have a fantastic guest joining us. Scott Gifford , a Principal Engineer at Amazon, will be sharing his journey through graduate school and his success in the field of computer science. Scott started his academic career at the University of Michigan Flint, where he obtained his...

Welcome back to the Victors in Grad School podcast, where we have conversations with students, alumni, and experts about finding success in graduate school. I'm your host, Dr. Christopher Lewis, and today we have a fascinating guest joining us. Dylan Straka , the Vice President for Finance at Premier Security Solutions and one of the Greater Flint area's "40 under 40 to watch," will be sharing his...

Welcome back to another episode of the Victors in Grad School podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Kris Johns , who will be sharing his educational journey and offering valuable advice on pursuing a graduate degree. Kris will delve into the importance of learning how to learn, the demanding nature of graduate school, and the accessibility of online resources. He will also emphasiz...

Welcome to another episode of Victors in Grad School! In this episode, host Dr. Christopher Lewis sits down with Derek Howard , a successful attorney and past adjunct professor, to discuss his journey through graduate school. Derek shares his experiences starting with his undergraduate degree in political science at the University of Michigan Flint and his decision to pursue a Juris Doctorate at W...

On this episode of Victors in Grad School, we have a special guest, Dr. Precios Armstrong . Dr. Armstrong is the special education supervisor for the Jackson County Intermediate School District and an adjunct professor for Grand Valley State University. Dr. Christopher Lewis, the director of Graduate Programs at the University of Michigan, Flint, is excited to have Dr. Armstrong share her journey...

  On this episode of Victors in Grad School, our host Christopher Lewis welcomes a special guest, Jim Ananich , CEO of the Greater Flint Health Coalition and former Michigan State Senate Representative. In this episode, Jim shares his experiences and discusses how his education played a role in his career. The conversation begins with Jim talking about his father, who was a faculty member at the U...

  On this episode of Victors in Grad School, host Christopher Lewis sits down with Shelly McFarlane , a criminal defense attorney who shares her journey from undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan Flint to law school at Western Michigan University Cooley Law School. Throughout the episode, Shelley reflects on the importance of flexibility and finding the right fit in graduate school,...

This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast, we are joined by Olivia Roe, second year Doctorate of Physical Therapy student at the University of Michigan-Flint. Today we talked to Olivia Roe about her own educational journey leading her from receiving her Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University to attending the University of Michigan-Flint for her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) d...

This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast, we are joined by Dayne Hopkins , Communications Specialist at the University of Michigan-Flint . Today we talked to Dayne Hopkins about his own educational journey leading him from receiving his Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan-Flint to receiving a Master of Arts degree in Applied Communication, also from the University of Michigan-...

This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast, we are joined by Marissa Pierce , Director of Development for the Flint Institute of Arts . Today we talked to Marissa Pierce about her own educational journey leading her from receiving her Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan-Flint to receiving a Master of Arts degree in English Language and Literature, also from the University of Mic...

This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast, we are joined by Coty Pyscher , Employer Relations Manager at the University of Michigan. Today we talked to Coty Pyscher about his own educational journey leading him from receiving his Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan-Flint to working on receiving his Masters in Business Administration currently, also from the University of Michig...