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  • Is Grad School Right for You? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself First

    Is Grad School Right for You? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself First

    Choosing whether to go to graduate school can feel exciting, overwhelming, inspiring… and maybe just a little confusing. One minute you’re imagining yourself walking across the stage with another degree, and the next you’re wondering if you really want to write 20-page research papers again. The truth is: grad school isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” decision, and…


  • My Transfer Journey: Fatima Hernandez  

    My Transfer Journey: Fatima Hernandez  

    To understand how I became a Tarleton State Texan, I must first take you back to my junior year in high school. Like many other students, I had no clear idea of what I wanted for my future, but I knew college was definitely what I wanted to do.  During a conversation with a family friend, who had recently graduated with a master’s degree, she gave me some invaluable advice: if I…


  • Letter From A Senior: How Tarleton State has felt like home

    Letter From A Senior: How Tarleton State has felt like home

    As I step into my final semester here at Tarleton State, I’ve been reflecting on the memories I’ve made throughout my time here.  When people ask me why I chose Tarleton and if I’ve enjoyed being here, my answer is always that Tarleton has always just felt like home.  I met my best friends at…