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That STEM Girlie: College Application and Career Advice for STEM Majors

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Interested in pursuing a STEM major in college? Want to be a competitive applicant? Applying to college in a science, tech, engineering, or math field is a completely different ball game than for other majors. As a senior at UT Austin, I provide an inside scoop of everything you need to know!

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8 episodios

episode Why Your Resume Isn't Getting You Noticed (and how to fix it) artwork

Why Your Resume Isn't Getting You Noticed (and how to fix it)

Ready to craft a standout resume that gets you noticed? In this episode, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about creating a professional and effective resume as a high school student. From structuring your professional summary to avoiding common mistakes (hint: boring is best!), we’ll cover: Why resumes are crucial for internships, college applications, and more Key components like education, experiences, and projects – and what to include if you’re just starting out Tips to quantify your achievements and highlight your impact The biggest resume mistakes and how to fix them This is your ultimate guide to building a resume that opens doors to your dream opportunities! Learned something from today’s episode? Rate & subscribe! Follow us at @thatstemgirlie [https://www.instagram.com/thatstemgirlie/] on Instagram for more!

16 de ene de 2025 - 32 min
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Making Your College Decision: Red Flags, Must-Haves, and Gut Feelings

Welcome back to episode 5! It's December which means ED and EA results are starting to be released. So, I wanted to chat about making applications decisions! In this episode, I share some of the most important factors to consider to make your applications decisions. Feel free to skip ahead w the timestamps below & follow the pod for more! Follow us on Instagram: @that_stem_girlie [https://www.instagram.com/thatstemgirlie/] Timestamps: 1:52 - Early Decision 2:18 - The identity of the school does not define you 5:23 - 2 sets of lists to make 5:36 - Red flags/must-haves 6:28 - Pros/cons 7:17 - Location of the school 8:36 - Financial aid and cost-of-living 11:05 - Career opportunities on campus 11:28 - college tours! 13:55 - Ensure programs specialize in your specific interests 16:26 - Use LinkedIn as a networking tool 17:35 - Social life in college 19:44 - Find your community 20:12 - Sus out campus culture with social media 22:00 - Gut feeling

17 de dic de 2024 - 26 min
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Unlocking success in STEM classes: the importance of self-advocacy

Welcome to episode 4! In this one, we’re taking a break from college apps and diving into success in your high school classes. Oftentimes, as minorities in STEM, resources and opportunities will not be handed to you. To succeed, you must advocate for yourself by using every resource you have. In this episode, I’m sharing the most accessible resources to take your success into your own hands! As always, feel free to skip ahead with the timestamps below. Follow us on Instagram: @that_stem_girlie  [https://www.instagram.com/that_stem_girlie/] Timestamps: 0:45 - Some sad statistics 3:34 - My missed opportunity in Computer Science 7:22 - Don’t take classes you don’t like 8:16 - You must advocate for yourself to avoid being sidelined 10:28 - Attend teacher tutorials 13:02 - Start with online resources recommended by your teacher 14:30 - Khan Academy 15:27 - AP Classroom 16:56 - How to use YouTube productively - account mentioned: Organic Chemistry Tutor (misspoke in the episode) 19:03 - Tutoring outside of school 21:00 - My experience with Varsity Tutors 22:35 - What to look for in a private tutor 25:30 - How to use study groups effectively 28:09 - Learning mode 29:15 - Active recall for test prep 30:42 - Resources overview

3 de dic de 2024 - 34 min
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The 5 Key Elements of a Powerful College Application Essay

Welcome back to the pod, in this episode I discuss the most effective structure for a compelling personal statement! After reviewing 10+ college application essays for students getting into engineering programs at Purdue, UT Austin, Texas A&M, and much more I have gotten a good idea of what works and what doesn’t in an effective essay. So, stay tuned and feel free to skip ahead using the timestamps below! PS: I review admissions essays, so DM us @that_stem_girlie on Instagram for more details! Timestamps: 0:57 - Debunking the most common misconception 2:13 - the 2 most important parts of essay - “Passion and Personality” 4:04 - Begin with a story 9:20 - Have a clear thesis statement 12:30 - My Hourglass Essay Structure 14:21 - How important is grammar and spelling? 18:08 - The nuanced tone 21:44 - Get your essays reviewed by me! 22:10 - How tone should change through your essay 24:23 - Closing the essay  26:31 - Not all essays should be about your major! 30:44 - Hourglass structure recap!

26 de nov de 2024 - 33 min
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Muy buenos Podcasts , entretenido y con historias educativas y divertidas depende de lo que cada uno busque. Yo lo suelo usar en el trabajo ya que estoy muchas horas y necesito cancelar el ruido de al rededor , Auriculares y a disfrutar ..!!
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