I found earning a PhD in Geography Education to be incredibly rewarding. Geography is a dynamic field that connects critical global issues, practical skills, and interdisciplinary knowledge, which makes it essential in today's world. If meaningful change is to happen in our education system, it must begin with geography. This discipline can empower students to participate fully in the global society as informed citizens, as well as prepare them for diverse careers.
The most rewarding part of my PhD journey was the intellectual interaction with faculty & fellow graduate students. Although […] online, there are multiple opportunities to learn from others’ perspectives. E.g., many classes have group discussion boards, & my advisor scheduled zoom meetings […] to discuss research & practice presentations. In addition, there have been summer Leadership Academy sessions […] to meet in person, network, & expand our resources for learning & teaching in geography.
Aside from taking challenging coursework with very experienced and dedicated professors within the field of geography education, I enjoyed the opportunities to collaborate with my fellow peers on synchronous Zoom calls and when Texas State hosted their geography summits.