Dani Artaza and Dr. Eric Paulson continue their discussion about mental wellness in graduate school with Dr. Erica Mathis, who previously worked at Texas State’s Counseling Center. She is currently a licensed psychologist in Texas and provides counseling services at a private practice in Austin. They talk about resources for mental wellness, including both on-campus and self-help services, and how to take advantage of these. This episode explains the importance of having compassion for yourself, seeking help, and finding a support system while pursuing your graduate degree.

Dani Artaza and Dr. Eric Paulson discuss mental wellness in graduate school with Dr. Erica Mathis, who previously worked at Texas State’s Counseling Center. She is currently a licensed psychologist in Texas and provides counseling services at a private practice in Austin. They talk about common challenges faced by graduate students, including managing stress and meeting expectations, and discuss ways to address these concerns. This episode focuses on prioritizing your needs and setting boundaries while balancing school, work, and life!

Dani Artaza and Dr. Eric Paulson discuss time management and productivity with doctoral students Adeniji Adetayo and HeeJae Chung. They talk about techniques to stay on track in graduate school, as well as resources to apply these approaches to your routine. This episode addresses the importance of building relationships with your professors, knowing when—and how—to take breaks, and focusing on your personal graduate journey without comparing yourself to others!

Dani Artaza and Dr. Eric Paulson discuss graduate and career fairs with Katherine Brewer, who works in Employer Relations & Outreach at Career Services. They talk about the ways that fairs support students seeking employment and prospective graduate students. This episode focuses on what to expect when attending these types of events—both in-person and virtually—and how to make the most out of your experience!