Graduate School Blog - December 2023
Abstract
Welcome to the December 2023 edition of the UofM Graduate School blog, where we explore what it truly means to “make the leap” into graduate education. This issue centers around the inspiring journey of Julie Edelman, a mother of three living in Germany, who is pursuing a master’s degree in Environmental Nutrition at the University of Memphis. Her story highlights the power of determination, flexibility, and support in balancing family life, international living, and academic goals.
Through Julie’s spotlight, the blog emphasizes the unique accessibility of UofM’s graduate programs, especially for nontraditional and global students. It also provides helpful academic reminders including final exams, commencement details, and campus closures and shares festive Memphis happenings to keep students engaged during the winter season.
This edition is both reflective and practical, inviting readers to consider their own motivations for graduate study while celebrating the stories and opportunities that define the UofM graduate experience.
