S02E02 – I am Dating and Thinking About Graduate School, What Have I Not Considered in Making the Journey.

Summary: In this episode of the Unlikely Academics, Drs. Holcombe and Silver discuss many of the unforeseen challenges of dating in undergraduate and the move to graduate school both in the physical space of moving homes but also the mental space of added responsibility. The co-hosts discuss many of the challenges of making the transition to graduate school while bringing a partner. This includes planning for money, time, and setting expectations with our significant others. They discuss how sudden breakups happen, how the rumor-mill is hurtful not only to the couple but the program, and managing the expectations of others and setting aside time for the essential people in our lives including partners, parents, kids, and friends. The co-hosts include tips for addressing these concerns and methods for resolving them before leaving for school.