Naturally Surviving

Name: Shamika (Mika) N. Karikari Program: Student Affairs in Higher Education Ph.D. program at Miami University Year In Program: 3rd year Where Can We Find You: @MikaKarikari (Twitter), http://mika-nicole.blogspot.com/ Words To Live By: "When I dare to be powerful, to exercise my strength in the service of my visions then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid- Audre Lorde Advice:  Have an accountability partner who will check in with you about your progress. Ex. When you leave work at 5, can you call me and ask me what I’ve read today? You’re not bothering people or burdening them, most people want to help you Understand why you want to pursue a Ph.D. before pursuing it. Be courageous enough to go after what you want during your process Tools: Google Docs  SisterPhd.com Book: Present Over Perfect By Shauna Niequist Podcast: This American Life Self-Care:  Baking