Episode 6: Grad Student Stories Part 1 with Dr. Lindsay Blackstock

Welcome to the latest episode of the CURNCast! In this episode, join us for an insightful discussion with our incredible guest, Dr. Lindsay Blackstock. Dr. Blackstock is an Assistant Teaching Professor at TRU with a PhD in Analytical and Environmental Toxicology from the University of Alberta.

Discover the ups and downs of the grad school experience as Dr. Blackstock shares her personal journey, challenges faced, and lessons learned during her time as a student. Learn about the crucial aspects of the application process for grad school, including finding the right fit, crafting a strong application, and building meaningful connections with professors and colleagues. Whether you’re considering graduate studies or simply curious about the world of academia, this episode offers valuable advice and perspectives.

 

Show Notes

Interested in doing undergraduate research?  Find out more about the professors Lindsay mentioned, and their research interests, here: Bruno Cinel, Sharon Brewer, Kingsley Donkor, Kent Watson.  

Xing-Fang Li is a Professor in the University of Alberta’s department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology.  Learn more about her research HERE.   

Check out one of Lindsay’s most recently published articles HERE.   

Lindsay’s Tips for Grad School: 

• Identify your goals for grad school. 
• Figure out future career paths you are interested in. 
• Industry, government, and academia all require different skill sets. 
• Participate in service activities. 

• Network, grad school is about who you know just as much as what you know.