We've heard what applicants think about the graduate school application process, but what does your lecturer think about you and your application? We interviewed Mr. Stephen Aguegboh, a lecturer at the University of Nigeria and a multidisciplinary scholar and current Ph.D. candidate at Auburn University, United States. Listen to this episode if you want to find out: What your lecturers wished you'd do as you apply to graduate school. Understanding and developing a sense of purpose for graduate s...
Nov 26, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Are you unsure WHERE to go for grad school? Our conversation with Esther Asamudo, a Research Fellow in Pharmacology, might help you decide. Esther's adventurous academic exploits have taken her to four continents as she schooled in Africa, Europe, and Australia and now lives and works in the US. Esther's experiences give listeners a sneak peek into what similarities and differences exist in grad school experiences worldwide and hopefully help us choose our demons wisely. Outside Pharmacology, sh...
Nov 05, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 2
There’s always one crazy tale or the other about Lagos Bankers. So, naturally, we wanted to verify whether these claims were valid. To put our curiosity to rest, we met with Layo, a former Lagos Investment Banker and an alum of Duke’s Fuqua School of Business. This episode is for the everyday person with a regular job and extraordinary dreams. Layo’s versatility allows us to explore how to finance business school degrees (with zero family fortunes), buy a car abroad, develop mindsets for graduat...
Oct 15, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 1
To end this season, the host opens up about herself by going through a question-and-answer thread developed by 'Alimosho Agbani Darego (@Mzrhemmy on Twitter).' Listen to this relaxing, laid-back, humor-filled episode and share your answers with us! We'll respond to every message we get. All my love, Your Grad School Buddy. Send a message or comment to Grad School Buddy
Sep 05, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 10
When many people hear the word 'STEM,' their hearts might skip a bit because they expect a course in the core sciences. However, today's guest provides insights on how to find STEM courses that might not fit into the usual stereotype. Our guest is Grace Chimezie, a Research and Evaluation Officer at IREX. Outside work, Grace is the founder of Gafa Sandals and is a fashion blogger. She shares with us what her life as a lecturer in Nigeria was like before she moved to the US, how she has managed t...
Jun 20, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In today's episode, we talk to John John, whose passion lies at the intersection of engineering and medicine. He talks to us about every step he took in finding a perfect school in Germany. His perspective is important, especially with the growing number of people who promise online that the cost of relocating to Germany for education is free. John has provided very detailed advice on everything you need to know and all the questions that might plague you on the journey ahead. Listen to this epi...
Jun 08, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Today's episode is from a Lagosian to Lagosians. We catch up with Anthony, a Product Manager in Nigeria's busiest city - Lagos. We want to know how he combines spending six hours a day in traffic with the hectic demands of his job and grad school applications. He takes us through a day in his life, shares some tips he has learned from facing rejections, and helps us understand how to restrategize when things don't seem to work as we'd like. Please listen, share and subscribe. Thank you! Send a m...
May 15, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 7
One of the things we want our listeners to have as they navigate this journey is information. In this episode, we converse with Chukwuebuka Amaji, a finance professional who has put off grad school for a few years to gain practical experience. We discuss what led to his decision, coping with the stress of working in Lagos and applying for grad school, and skills that have helped him thrive in the competitive finance industry despite having a Bachelor's in Engineering from the University of Ibada...
Apr 11, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Finding housing can be an absolute vibe killer, even when it’s the city you’ve lived in for years. However, moving to grad school often means dealing with this, especially if your school does not have housing arrangements for graduate students. So how can you find a house without contacts in your study location and a credit score? Listen to this episode to share some tips that helped me find my first place in DC while still living in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Host and editor: Ebelechukwu Monye Pod...
Mar 21, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Networking can seem intimidating, especially when someone is in a new environment. However, most international students might need to network before getting into programs or during the job search phase. Regardless of what stage of the process you're in, our host Ebele takes us through the loops of fueling informational sessions through a mindset of curiosity. This episode takes you from rolling your eyes and feeling anxious every time you think about meeting people to becoming a networking god. ...
Feb 20, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Hello listeners! Today, our conversation is about the steps one must take before they successfully submit their graduate school application. We have curated a checklist with items that recur across tens of graduate school websites and simplified these items by providing examples when needed. Send a message or comment to Grad School Buddy
Jan 19, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 3
How much do you need for the entire grad school application process? In this episode, we talk about a simple graduate school application checklist and how much each item on this list costs. Here is an episode for everyone who wants to understand how much they can expect to spend before, during, and after the application process. Send a message or comment to Grad School Buddy
Jan 03, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 2
It's that time of the year again where people make new year resolutions. For many, these resolutions might include developing plans for graduate school. Before starting a graduate program in one of the best Public Policy schools in the U.S., there was so much I did not know. I had to ask many questions from people like me who had gone through this path. I realized that something that might have been helpful was having a directory of some sort that answered questions that bothered (prospective) g...
Dec 10, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 1
