app03 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:51:52 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Resilience in STEM - Episodes Tagged with “Blog” https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/tags/blog Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0500 “I’ve been thinking about this for years, and now it’s my turn.” I have decided to document my journey as I begin focusing on applying to graduate school. I will be talking about how to get involved in research, scholarships, awards, applying, interviewing, and so much more! I also will talk about how being a Latina has impacted how I view STEM research. This includes community, policy, and just advice from an undergrad in STEM. New episodes are released monthly. en-us episodic A guide to the graduate school application cycle and why increasing diversity in STEM research matters Angelina Baltazar “I’ve been thinking about this for years, and now it’s my turn.” I have decided to document my journey as I begin focusing on applying to graduate school. I will be talking about how to get involved in research, scholarships, awards, applying, interviewing, and so much more! I also will talk about how being a Latina has impacted how I view STEM research. This includes community, policy, and just advice from an undergrad in STEM. New episodes are released monthly. no research, graduate school, STEM, representation Angelina Baltazar eangelb29@gmail.com The Decision and What's Next? https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/decision c8c75745-203f-4ffc-9a86-fa557fb39a9b Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0500 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar I committed to graduate school! Very excited to finish my classes, graduate, find an apartment, and start this new chapter of my life. Thank you all for listening for the past year and hope you enjoyed some of the advice and resources I gave. 9:57 no <p>The end is here! After a little over a year I have decided to commit to the University of Pennsylvania for my Neuroscience Ph.D.! I did not expect I would have this opportunity for my graduate education and other offers to consider. Just wanted to thank you all for listening to one, two, or many all of my episodes over the last year and I hope you enjoyed some of the advice/resources I have. Next stop: Philadelphia!</p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I include in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-14-breathe-in-breat" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-14-breathe-in-breat</a> </p> rewarding, decision, future The end is here! After a little over a year I have decided to commit to the University of Pennsylvania for my Neuroscience Ph.D.! I did not expect I would have this opportunity for my graduate education and other offers to consider. Just wanted to thank you all for listening to one, two, or many all of my episodes over the last year and I hope you enjoyed some of the advice/resources I have. Next stop: Philadelphia!

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]]> The end is here! After a little over a year I have decided to commit to the University of Pennsylvania for my Neuroscience Ph.D.! I did not expect I would have this opportunity for my graduate education and other offers to consider. Just wanted to thank you all for listening to one, two, or many all of my episodes over the last year and I hope you enjoyed some of the advice/resources I have. Next stop: Philadelphia!

Check out the transcript of the episode I include in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-14-breathe-in-breat

]]> Breathe In, Breathe Out https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/breathe b2280e27-66cd-4d08-97ff-5cdc5ddb94d3 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar As the impending decisions for graduate school occur and finals are approaching, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and experience burnout. In this episode, I go over my experience with burnout and some general strategies on how to mitigate it. 20:28 no <p>Decisions and Deadlines. These can be hard to face in a high-pressure environment, which can lead to burnout. In this episode, I go over the important of addressing burnout early, my experiences with burnout, and some general strategies on how to mitigate it. For me it is important to breathe in, breathe out, face the burnout, and make the best decisions.</p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I include in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-13-the-interviews" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-13-the-interviews</a> </p> burnout, strategies, decisions Decisions and Deadlines. These can be hard to face in a high-pressure environment, which can lead to burnout. In this episode, I go over the important of addressing burnout early, my experiences with burnout, and some general strategies on how to mitigate it. For me it is important to breathe in, breathe out, face the burnout, and make the best decisions.

Check out the transcript of the episode I include in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-13-the-interviews

]]> Decisions and Deadlines. These can be hard to face in a high-pressure environment, which can lead to burnout. In this episode, I go over the important of addressing burnout early, my experiences with burnout, and some general strategies on how to mitigate it. For me it is important to breathe in, breathe out, face the burnout, and make the best decisions.

Check out the transcript of the episode I include in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-13-the-interviews

]]> The Interviews (I'm great, trust me) https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/interviews d17fdaa9-fc29-499e-a4fd-018277cb79dd Mon, 12 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0600 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar The dreaded yet trilling graduate school interview season is upon us. While it can be daunting and there are many unknowns, I explain my experiences I've had thus far and share some advice I've gotten from mentors and just from being there myself. 20:31 no <p>You made it past the most difficult hurdle in the graduate school application process!!! All is left is an interview, but what does that entail? Since institutions are doing a mix of both virtual and in-person interviews, this process looks different. In this episode, I go over the main components of an interview and what it entails. I also tell you how my experience has been going through interviews by sharing some advice I learned myself or recieved from my mentors. At the end of the day, the most important thing is to be yourself during the interview. </p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I include in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-12-is-this-the-one" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-12-is-this-the-one</a> </p> interviews, advice, fit, program, decision You made it past the most difficult hurdle in the graduate school application process!!! All is left is an interview, but what does that entail? Since institutions are doing a mix of both virtual and in-person interviews, this process looks different. In this episode, I go over the main components of an interview and what it entails. I also tell you how my experience has been going through interviews by sharing some advice I learned myself or recieved from my mentors. At the end of the day, the most important thing is to be yourself during the interview.

Check out the transcript of the episode I include in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-12-is-this-the-one

]]> You made it past the most difficult hurdle in the graduate school application process!!! All is left is an interview, but what does that entail? Since institutions are doing a mix of both virtual and in-person interviews, this process looks different. In this episode, I go over the main components of an interview and what it entails. I also tell you how my experience has been going through interviews by sharing some advice I learned myself or recieved from my mentors. At the end of the day, the most important thing is to be yourself during the interview.

Check out the transcript of the episode I include in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-12-is-this-the-one

]]> Is This the One? https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/choice 1248a42d-c0a3-48be-ab7e-7c124ca826e5 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0600 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar As we enter the spring, this is the stage where graduate school interviews and recruitment visits are happening. While there are a lot of questions, the biggest one may be which graduate school is the best for you? I go over a list of factors to consider when making this decision. 20:37 no <p>Sometimes it's a feeling. Other times it's a very calculated decision. Picking something can be quite difficult, especially when it's a graduate program. It's a decision I've had to think about for the past few months as I am currently applying for Ph.D.'s. You will be spending the next 5-6 years of your life and it will be rigourous. So you should have the institution make it the best possible experience for you. In this episode, I go over a condensed list of factors to consider when making that decision and my rationale behind it. </p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-11-balance-is-key" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-11-balance-is-key</a> </p> decision, graduate school, factors, best Sometimes it's a feeling. Other times it's a very calculated decision. Picking something can be quite difficult, especially when it's a graduate program. It's a decision I've had to think about for the past few months as I am currently applying for Ph.D.'s. You will be spending the next 5-6 years of your life and it will be rigourous. So you should have the institution make it the best possible experience for you. In this episode, I go over a condensed list of factors to consider when making that decision and my rationale behind it.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-11-balance-is-key

]]> Sometimes it's a feeling. Other times it's a very calculated decision. Picking something can be quite difficult, especially when it's a graduate program. It's a decision I've had to think about for the past few months as I am currently applying for Ph.D.'s. You will be spending the next 5-6 years of your life and it will be rigourous. So you should have the institution make it the best possible experience for you. In this episode, I go over a condensed list of factors to consider when making that decision and my rationale behind it.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-11-balance-is-key

]]> Balance is Key https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/balance 95f99b48-4cce-458a-8c8c-77cc7564e047 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0600 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar As December comes along, it's a great time to reflect on how accomplishments and triumphs but also how we did it. I share some strategies I use to balance the multiple activities I am a part of and how I balance all of them quite well. 17:48 no <p>When you are involved in multiple activities, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and actually discouraged from making your impact. I've seen this happen to myself at time and others around me. In this episode, I share what a typical day looks like for me, some strategies to continue being successful, and the reason why I do all of this. As we enter the new year, this can help you implement some practices to set your goals for the upcoming year. </p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-10-putting-the-piece" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-10-putting-the-piece</a> </p> balance, student success, research, work life When you are involved in multiple activities, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and actually discouraged from making your impact. I've seen this happen to myself at time and others around me. In this episode, I share what a typical day looks like for me, some strategies to continue being successful, and the reason why I do all of this. As we enter the new year, this can help you implement some practices to set your goals for the upcoming year.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-10-putting-the-piece

]]> When you are involved in multiple activities, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and actually discouraged from making your impact. I've seen this happen to myself at time and others around me. In this episode, I share what a typical day looks like for me, some strategies to continue being successful, and the reason why I do all of this. As we enter the new year, this can help you implement some practices to set your goals for the upcoming year.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-10-putting-the-piece

]]> Putting the Pieces Together https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/pieces fa81cc6c-628f-4b6f-8db7-59aaf7924bcc Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0600 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar When finalizing your graduate school applications, there are several crucial pieces needed to have a successful application. In this episode, I go over what those pieces look like and how they should tell a cohesive story. 20:26 no <p>One month remains until most graduate application deadlines approach. What do you need to include to create a strong and success graduate school application? The key is every component, or piece, needs to tell a different side of your story. Together it should tell your story and explain why you are the best candidate for the institution. I go over stories I have encountered thus far and what advice I've recieved from multiple sources, such as current graduate students, program officers, admissions committee members, and faculty members from top universities. </p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-9-and-the-award-goes" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-9-and-the-award-goes</a> </p> graduate school, applications, cohesion, standing out One month remains until most graduate application deadlines approach. What do you need to include to create a strong and success graduate school application? The key is every component, or piece, needs to tell a different side of your story. Together it should tell your story and explain why you are the best candidate for the institution. I go over stories I have encountered thus far and what advice I've recieved from multiple sources, such as current graduate students, program officers, admissions committee members, and faculty members from top universities.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-9-and-the-award-goes

]]> One month remains until most graduate application deadlines approach. What do you need to include to create a strong and success graduate school application? The key is every component, or piece, needs to tell a different side of your story. Together it should tell your story and explain why you are the best candidate for the institution. I go over stories I have encountered thus far and what advice I've recieved from multiple sources, such as current graduate students, program officers, admissions committee members, and faculty members from top universities.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-9-and-the-award-goes

]]> And the Award Goes to... https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/award 516a77e4-ce98-4d38-a10a-b2ef76b11d97 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0500 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar My biggest opinion on awards is there are a ton of them, but not many people know about them or their eligibility. In this episode, I go over the benefits, experience, and how to look for awards and the application process. 20:18 no <p>During my undergraduate experience, I had a lot of opportunities to apply and receieve awards. This was due to a great research mentor showing me university resources, effectively searching for these opportunities, and having my network share them with me. I want to do the same by sharing my experiences from applying awards, receiving awards, and the rejections that came along the way. A lot of resources will be included in this episode for what I have heard and applied for. </p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-8-the-beginning" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-8-the-beginning</a> </p> award, application, presentation, conference, resources During my undergraduate experience, I had a lot of opportunities to apply and receieve awards. This was due to a great research mentor showing me university resources, effectively searching for these opportunities, and having my network share them with me. I want to do the same by sharing my experiences from applying awards, receiving awards, and the rejections that came along the way. A lot of resources will be included in this episode for what I have heard and applied for.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-8-the-beginning

]]> During my undergraduate experience, I had a lot of opportunities to apply and receieve awards. This was due to a great research mentor showing me university resources, effectively searching for these opportunities, and having my network share them with me. I want to do the same by sharing my experiences from applying awards, receiving awards, and the rejections that came along the way. A lot of resources will be included in this episode for what I have heard and applied for.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-8-the-beginning

]]> The Beginning https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/begin 1b053f0a-ed67-47be-a4f4-cfc9af1409b4 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0500 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar This episode provides an update on my main activities on and off-campus and describes my current state of mind of the graduate school application process. 15:21 no <p>Yes, throughout these past episodes I've always included a graduate school update, but this episode goes into an update of my life. What's going on with my graduate school applications? How are my extracurriculars doing? What are my thoughts or goals for my senior year of college? Have I even learned anything from the application cycle? As this episode is less of an informational episode, I will be covering all of those questions.</p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-7-it-s-good-to-have" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-7-it-s-good-to-have</a> </p> life, update, expectations, research, advocacy Yes, throughout these past episodes I've always included a graduate school update, but this episode goes into an update of my life. What's going on with my graduate school applications? How are my extracurriculars doing? What are my thoughts or goals for my senior year of college? Have I even learned anything from the application cycle? As this episode is less of an informational episode, I will be covering all of those questions.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-7-it-s-good-to-have

]]> Yes, throughout these past episodes I've always included a graduate school update, but this episode goes into an update of my life. What's going on with my graduate school applications? How are my extracurriculars doing? What are my thoughts or goals for my senior year of college? Have I even learned anything from the application cycle? As this episode is less of an informational episode, I will be covering all of those questions.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-7-it-s-good-to-have

]]> It's Good to Have Dreams https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/nationalfellowships 26ac90e1-4c16-4ce1-9d56-5ecdc0452f29 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0500 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar This episode goes over the ins and outs of national fellowships. I also talk about my personal experience with these awards and how I grew as a better scientist from these experiences. 20:15 no <p>Sometimes your dreams can become things that obtainable in your future. That is because dreams motivate you keep going and put yourself out there. In the case, the "dream" we talk about are national fellowships. This episode discusses the unique opportunity that are national fellowships and the great benefits to them, whether they come from the award or something you learn along the way. Whether you get a national fellowship or not, you always end up benefitting from the process. </p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-6-wait-how-do-i-start" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-6-wait-how-do-i-start</a> </p> national fellowships, success, writing, graduate school Sometimes your dreams can become things that obtainable in your future. That is because dreams motivate you keep going and put yourself out there. In the case, the "dream" we talk about are national fellowships. This episode discusses the unique opportunity that are national fellowships and the great benefits to them, whether they come from the award or something you learn along the way. Whether you get a national fellowship or not, you always end up benefitting from the process.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-6-wait-how-do-i-start

]]> Sometimes your dreams can become things that obtainable in your future. That is because dreams motivate you keep going and put yourself out there. In the case, the "dream" we talk about are national fellowships. This episode discusses the unique opportunity that are national fellowships and the great benefits to them, whether they come from the award or something you learn along the way. Whether you get a national fellowship or not, you always end up benefitting from the process.

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-6-wait-how-do-i-start

]]> Wait! How do I start? https://resilienceinstempodcast.fireside.fm/start 4792dc44-f8df-4bc5-94e9-9471970ae3b5 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0500 Angelina Baltazar full Angelina Baltazar This episode goes over some key advice I've received from mentors on how they began applying for graduate school. We break it down into 4 key steps on how to be successful. 19:01 no <p>Applying to graduate school, specifically for a Ph.D. program, can be challenging whether you know someone who had done it before or you are the first one. Sometimes it can seem overwhelming. This episode covers 4 key steps on how to get started in the application process from someone who is also beginning their application. While it may seem early, it's better to start now and give it your best shot!</p> <p>Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: <a href="https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-5-summer-research-ex" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-5-summer-research-ex</a> </p> graduate school, application, success, faculty Applying to graduate school, specifically for a Ph.D. program, can be challenging whether you know someone who had done it before or you are the first one. Sometimes it can seem overwhelming. This episode covers 4 key steps on how to get started in the application process from someone who is also beginning their application. While it may seem early, it's better to start now and give it your best shot!

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-5-summer-research-ex

]]> Applying to graduate school, specifically for a Ph.D. program, can be challenging whether you know someone who had done it before or you are the first one. Sometimes it can seem overwhelming. This episode covers 4 key steps on how to get started in the application process from someone who is also beginning their application. While it may seem early, it's better to start now and give it your best shot!

Check out the transcript of the episode I included in my blog post: https://eangelb29.wixsite.com/portfolio/copy-of-episode-5-summer-research-ex

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