Mentorship

Mentorship office hours are currently available exclusively to students in my research lab, but I aim to expand this offering soon. Below are times I’m available for meetings.

In Person Office Hours:

Mondays 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Office Hours:

By appointment.

Potential Mentoring Topics

Please come prepared with questions. I’ve listed potential topics below, but please feel free to bring other topics you’d like to discuss.

Academic Success

  • Time Management Tips: how to balance coursework, extracurriculars, and personal life

  • Research Opportunities: how to get involved in research and find faculty mentors. Presenting at research conferences, how to submit a research abstract, how to create a research poster.

  • Graduate School Preparation: Steps to consider if pursuing a master’s program. Application process for applications (e.g., asking for letters of recommendation, personal statements)

Career Development 

  • Resume & CV Building: how to create a professional resume or CV. 

  • Interview Skills: Preparing for job or academic interviews/positions. 

  • Networking Strategies: building connections in academic and professional circles.

  • Exploring Career Paths: identifying interests and career options within psychology or related fields. 

Personal Development 

  • Imposter Syndrome: recognizing and overcoming self-doubt

  • Self-Care & Mental Health: managing stress, burnout, and maintaining well-being. Please refer to my disclaimer document with further information regarding mental health.

  • Financial Literacy: budgeting tips, scholarships.

Professional Development 

  • Public Speaking & Presentation Skills: tips for confident public speaking, presenting research, and preparation for class presentations.

  • Professionalism in Academia: navigating professional relationships with professors, colleagues, and mentors.

Writing Support

  • Research and Citation Skills: how to conduct research for your papers, incorporating sources effectively into your writing, citation (e.g., APA) and avoiding plagiarism.

  • Clarity: writing clearly and concisely and proofreading.

  • Revising and Editing: the importance of multiple drafts and revisions. Techniques for self-editing and peer review. Using feedback to improve your writing.