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Amanda LaTasha

Researcher & Educator of Children's Tech, Media & Diversity — Wholistic Lifestyle Advocate

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Posted on February 8, 2019March 3, 2019

Working Through Life Circumstances

When I started taking my final doctoral course to prepare for my comprehensive exam and dissertation, I created a timeline anticipating when I would be done with my program. However, the following two semesters, my schedule kept altering, pushing my dates back. A semester later than I anticipated, I passed my written comprehensive exams and …

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Posted on November 16, 2018March 3, 2019

I Miss My Culture! How do I Cope?

When I officially announced I was pursuing a Ph.D. at New Mexico State University, I received advice from mentors to prepare me for this adventure. I looked forward to beers with colleagues, extended conversations about theorists and research, and revelations about my place in academia. While these predictions have been a part of my experience …

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Posted on October 10, 2018March 3, 2019

Reflections on #WorldMentalHealthDay

In recognizing #WorldMentalHealthDay, I am compelled to reflect on my own mental journey since starting my Ph.D. program. I didn't anticipate mental health being a part of my doctoral adventure, but I soon discovered it went alongside my studies. When I think about the high levels of anxiety I felt when I started the program …

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Posted on May 11, 2018March 3, 2019

Mental Health in Graduate School

When I started my doctoral program, I didn't realize that maintaining my mental health was going to be a primary focus as I juggled work, courses, presentations, publications, and connections with friends and family.  Yet, as I explained in a previous post, I have learned how to navigate and manage my relationship with anxiety while progressing …

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Posted on April 16, 2018March 3, 2019

A Black Feminist’s Love of Stats

Hi. My name is Amanda. I'm a Black feminist that enjoys statistics. While statistics is often a content area that provokes sighs, headaches, and eye rolls, I find the content interesting. In fact, I optionally take statistics classes to improve my understanding of quantitative research. I like doing the math and using a numerical, scientific …

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