TheRealMSol

The only diversity I bring to the table is that I'm a male pursuing my MA to become an SLP. Other than that, I'm a white Irish Catholic in the Northeast. But I have a bit of a different experience having gone to school in the city. While only 10% of the group I've gone through undergrad with was male (5-6 out of about 50-60), there is such a rich representation of ethnicities - Hispanic, African-American, Jewish, Middle Eastern, Asian...you name it. I've been taking Spanish courses because I know how important bilingualism is in this and many other areas, and it's only becoming more important and time goes by. I guess the sentiment I'm trying to get across is that it's great to see people from so many different walks of life and all different backgrounds pursuing the same goal. I feel lucky that I've gotten to know and work on projects with people who I wouldn't have come across during 12 years of Catholic school, or even my first degree in broadcasting (heavily white-male dominant). I think the best thing we can do as SLPs to promote diversity is just to be ourselves. Whether it's with regards to sex, skin color, religion, or ethnicity, you never know who will identify with you and say, "Hey, that person looks like me or seems to have a similar background. Maybe I can be an SLP too." That goes for the "stereotypical" white female SLP as well. We can all make a difference, but it should never be determined on our genetics. At the same time, it's those same genetics that may come in handy when establishing rapport and a relationship with our clients, so they're definitely not a detriment!

Hey twinguy7, I'm applying over here on the East Coast. As far as the thread goes, I haven't noticed anything in the way of it being beneficial to be a guy or not, other than theoretically having fewer applicants to compete with if schools are trying to fill a "quota." Maybe I'm just naive or optimistic, but I think it mainly comes to your academic credentials and how well you interview if you have one. Anyone know why the field is so heavily female? Just one of those things, I guess?

Very much so, since it's so highly ranked among the schools I applied to, plus the benefit of in-state tuition. I also like the idea that I might be able to see a couple of Ranger games when they play the Sabres, and maybe the Jets when they come up for the Bills game. Having Niagara Falls so close by is nice too. Plus, I went to Syracuse for 4 years, so I think I can handle the winters.

Still waiting to hear from St. John's too. Every school seems to have its own thing, and I guess at SJU, it's GRE scores. I'd say mine are good, but not like, outstanding. So we'll see. From what I've seen, SJU is ranked right alongside Queens and Hunter, and below some of the more prestigious schools like Columbia and NYU, which I didn't ever bother applying to ($$$). Hopefully we'll hear soon either way, April is right around the corner!

I have my interview with them next week, so I know they're going til at least the end of the month. Hope you hear in the next few days!

I just want to tell you how much I admire your positive attitude, and how you take the time to congratulate everyone, even though I'm sure biting your nails over hearing from Brooklyn and your interview at Lehman. I'm hoping and praying that you get in, because if it's any indication of your personality and empathy towards others, then the field of SLP needs people like you!

That same thing happened to me at Lehman, and I couldn't get a hold of a live person for two weeks to tell me what they thought was missing (all my stuff was definitely submitted on time). Then last night they reject me for the incomplete application. Total BS. Happy to say I've been accepted elsewhere so I'll be canceling that check and washing my hands of them. You're not the first person I've heard with that problem either. Sounds like a regular thing, and why would we want to go there if that's the case?

Really excited to receive an acceptance from Buffalo State (not to be confused with SUNY Buffalo - or UB) today! Anyone else apply there, and/or have a chance to visit the campus? Living all the way on Long Island, I applied sight unseen for the locale, high ranking, and in-state tuition. Just curious if anyone else has more info they'd like to share. Thanks!

@Arcanelady27 - good for you!! I can't tell you how happy that makes me to hear, because I received the same shabby treatment from Lehman. I got a form letter telling me my application was incomplete, even though I had submitted everything well on time. I emailed the dept. and called during business hours (no one picked up) and left a message, and received no reply. Then last night I get another email telling me I won't be considered because my complete application wasn't received on time. What total BS. I sent a strongly worded email to the person who sent me the email, detailing what had happened. What a shock...no response. Luckily I've already gotten a couple of acceptances, so I don't think I'll be bothering with them anymore. Anyway, I hope it really goes well for you, and that you have to choose between Lehman or Brooklyn when you get into BOTH!!!

Congrats on Buffalo State! You're the only other person I've seen or talked to who applied there!

I applied to SJU, but haven't heard back yet. When did you apply to Brooklyn? I know a few people got interviews there, but I haven't heard anything yet. I only submitted my application the last week of January though. Also applied to Lehman, New Paltz and Montclair.

I really like this thread. Figure it'd be a good one to make my first post! DREAM - That I get into Queens College or Hunter College HOPE - That I get into at least one NYC or NYS program GUESS - I'll be happy as long as I get in somewhere!