Participate in a Clinical Forensic Psychology Study for Doctoral Student Constance Ortega

Hello Readers! It has been three weeks since my last blog post. I took a few weeks off to do other types of writing and catch up on my tenure track job search. It is a difficult time for everyone on the academic job market while unemployed or working as adjunct lecturers. I see you,Continue reading “Participate in a Clinical Forensic Psychology Study for Doctoral Student Constance Ortega”

More “Worthy Habits” for Undergraduate Students (Part 2 of 3)

This is the second of three posts on the topic of “worthy habits” for undergraduate students. To recap, part one of the “Worthy Habits” recommendations explored the details associated with 1) Actively Reading the Syllabus, 2) Price Checking Books, and 3) Visiting Office Hours. What does the second part of “Worthy Habits” for Undergraduate StudentsContinue reading “More “Worthy Habits” for Undergraduate Students (Part 2 of 3)”

“Worthy Habits” for Undergraduate Students (Part 1 of 3)

This is the first of three posts on the topic of “worthy habits” for undergraduates during a pandemic. I usually blog about Latin American and Chicana/o literatures and cultures, but the next three weeks will take a departure into “real life” undergraduate experience. This “Worthy Habits” series is designed to speak directly to underrepresented studentContinue reading ““Worthy Habits” for Undergraduate Students (Part 1 of 3)”

Celia’s Song [Canción]

The third Latin American children’s book recommended in this series is  My Name is Celia/Me llamo Celia: The Life of Celia Cruz/la vida de Celia Cruz by Monica Brown, with illustrations from Rafael López. The June 2020 webinar, “How to Talk to Kids About Race,” included two college-aged panelists. I mentioned Manny Leon in myContinue reading “Celia’s Song [Canción]”