Alyssa Miville is a Clinical Psychology PhD student who is entering the third year of her PhD program this coming fall at Binghamton University. She conducts research through the Center for Transdisciplinary Research on Intimate Relationships and is interested in studying how religion and spirituality positively and negatively influence satisfaction, sexuality, and gender roles in the context of romantic relationships. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Susquehanna University and completed a post-baccalaureate year of service at a city-center church, where she became interested in the intersection between faith and relationships.

Tips and Tales from a First-Generation Student

The barriers faced by first-generation students can be altogether challenging when navigating graduate school. In this article, a fellow first-generation student shares what it has been like being in a PhD program and offers pieces of encouragement and advice for getting through.

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Spare Me the Lecture: A Short Guide On How to Excel In Your First Teaching Role

If you are reading this, it is assumed that you are about to embark on an exciting new journey in teaching at university level. Congratulations! You are about to enter a highly rewarding area of academia where each day is different and full of opportunity to inspire those around you. This blogpost goes through five key considerations to help you prepare for success before entering the classroom.

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