Curly Headed Chemist

Back from my quarantine hiatus! I've been away from the mic for a while now, but I'm back and taking a new approach.  This episode is all about catching up with you all and sharing my exciting news! Follow me on Twitter (@chemist_on_air) and Instagram (@curlyheadedchemist) for updates!  Let's grow and thrive together! If you all have questions, topics to discuss, or comments, feel free to leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/curlyheadedchemist/message. You can also interact with me through social media.

Applying for a fellowship soon? I was recently awarded the NSF graduate research fellowship, and I'm sharing all my tips and tricks in a three part series. The strategies I share can be used to apply for any fellowship or grant, so do not feel limited to the NSF GRFP application. Check out the second episode in the series now, and brainstorm how you are going to write your personal statement! Follow me on Twitter (@chemist_on_air) and Instagram (@curlyheadedchemist) for updates!

Toxic positivity is constantly used to recruit young professionals, but it is hardly ever why people stay. In this episode, I'm going to discuss what toxic positivity is and how we should create a true positive culture. Let's grow and thrive together! Follow me on Twitter (@chemist_on_air) and Instagram (@curlyheadedchemist) for updates! If you all have questions, topics to discuss, or comments, feel free to leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/curlyheadedchemist/message or interact with me through social media.

Applying for a fellowship soon? I was recently awarded the NSF graduate research fellowship, and I'm sharing all my tips and tricks in a two part series. The strategies I share can be used to apply for any fellowship or grant, so do not feel limited to the NSF GRFP application. Check out the first episode in the series now! Follow me on Twitter (@chemist_on_air) and Instagram (@curlyheadedchemist) for updates! Let's grow and thrive together! If you all have questions, topics to discuss, or comments, feel free to leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/curlyheadedchemist/message. You can also interact with me through social media.

Stop making networking all about selling yourself, instead focus on making lasting connections! On this new episode of Curly Headed Chemist, Sondrica will provide some networking tips she learned while at PittCon 2020.

Applied to graduate school? Now, it is time for prospective and current graduate students to take on recruitment weekends. Prepare yourselves with tips and questions provided by the curly headed chemist, Sondrica. Then, remember to have fun! You'll know when you've found the school or mentor that is right for you.

Thinking about applying to graduate school? Not sure where to start or what to do? Check out this episode where Sondrica provides tips and guidance on applying to your dream programs. Remember, your GRE scores and GPA are not all that matters!

In this episode, Sondrica will define impostor syndrome as defined by the Harvard Business Review at https://hbr.org/2008/05/overcoming-imposter-syndrome. She'll take the time to share her struggles with impostor syndrome and how she combats the feelings it brings. She will also share tips suggested by Dean Valerie Ashby, Dean of Trinity College of Arts & Sciences at Duke University. Tips were written by Dr. Valerie Young, a known expert on the topic. To learn all the tips provided by Dr. Young visit https://impostorsyndrome.com/10-steps-overcome-impostor/. This audio features music created using Groovepad. Available on the App Store and Google Play. 

In this episode, get the origin story of the Curly Headed Chemist as Sondrica shares her story and the purpose of this podcast! This audio features music created using Groovepad. Available on the App Store and Google Play.