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Looking back to look forward: Avenues into the field of comparative psychology
1Department of Psychology, Georgia State University.
Abstract:
In a reflection of my academic career thus far, I review the various aspects of my undergraduate and graduate training experiences that were pivotal in establishing myself as a doctoral candidate in comparative psychology. Key components of my undergraduate training consisted of influential faculty members, firsthand research experience, and inspiring course work across a variety of subjects. Key components of my graduate training consist of a well-suited graduate program and various leadership opportunities. I also discuss the importance of attending conferences, both as an undergraduate and graduate student. It is my hope that by highlighting these experiences future students in comparative psychology will have a greater understanding of potential avenues into this field. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved).
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