PhD Psychology Faculty Take 5 | Guest: Dr. Ethel Perry

About this episode

Dr. Ethel Perry shares her nonlinear journey to earning a PhD in psychology and offers guidance for doctoral students.

It's Not a Race: Perseverance, Purpose, and the PhD Journey In this episode of Faculty Take Five, Dr. Amy Sickel talks with Dr. Ethel Perry about her nonlinear journey to earning a PhD in psychology. Dr. Perry shares how life experiences shaped her path, the importance of timing, self-care, and mentorship, and how her doctorate now supports community-based research focused on health disparities. Her story offers encouragement and practical guidance for doctoral students navigating balance, persistence, and purpose. Please note: This episode was recorded approximately 18-24 months ago. Some information or references may reflect that timeframe.

People in this episode

Guest: Dr Ethel Perry

Topics covered

• PhD journey
• psychology
• self-care
• mentorship
• health disparities

Keywords

• perseverance
• purpose
• community-based research

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Books & works: It's Not a Race, Faculty Take Five, PhD

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