Burnt Out and Broke: Inequities in the Post-Graduate Application Process During the COVID-19 Era

Authors

  • Nicole Agaiby McMaster University
  • Tamara Gutić McMaster University
  • Sanya Vij McMaster University

Abstract

The post-graduate application cycle is filled with stress, doubt, and financial strain for many students. This sentiment is further amplified amongst first-generation communities due to various cultural, socioeconomic, and systemic disparities. The purpose of this piece is to critically reflect on the experiences of first-generation students as they embark on their respective post-graduate journeys. This narrative discusses themes of finances, mental health and opportunities with the hope to acknowledge these barriers and foster transparency between students and educational institutions. 

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Published

2022-10-25

How to Cite

Agaiby, N., Gutić, T., & Vij, S. (2022). Burnt Out and Broke: Inequities in the Post-Graduate Application Process During the COVID-19 Era. Global Health: Annual Review, 1(7). Retrieved from https://journals.mcmaster.ca/ghar/article/view/3048

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 7 (2022): Global Health: Annual Review Issue 7

Section

Reflective Narrative

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