I’m taking six classes this semester. In two classes, the professors like to assign 70-150 pages of reading per class. I’m also working on two papers and doing research for a professor. Needless to say, I’m pretty busy. I feel like I’m constantly running between classes, work, and other commitments. When I have “free time,” [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Ruth Carter’
The Final Word – My Quarter
I am a classic Libra. The symbol for my zodiac is the scales. In my life, it’s all about balance. When I have to make decisions, I like to mull over my options. Once I make a decision, it’s hard to get me to budge, but getting to that point can be almost painful. I [...]
How I Ended Up In Law School
My friend, Eric Mayer, wrote a powerful blog about why he became a military criminal defense attorney. It made me reflect on why I was inspired to go to law school. Before law school, I worked in the mental health industry for nine years. I started out as an intern at a residential psychiatric facility for [...]
Targeted Networking
When I first moved to Phoenix in 2004, I didn’t have a job. Catherine Marsh, a woman who was a leader in the financial industry back when women leaders were a rare occurrence, told me that 85% of getting a job is who you know, not what you. This has been true in every profession [...]
Seeking the Road Less Traveled in the Legal Profession
Last semester, I had a powerful conversation with my friend Julia while we were sitting outside the law library during a study break. I looked up at her and said, “I don’t want to be a traditional lawyer.” She responded by giving me a look that screamed, “Duh.” I was spending the semester working part-time [...]
Miss Ruth Writes For Other Blogs Too
I’m pretty new to blogging, but I’ve been writing for other blogs besides my own: Improv AZ – www.improvaz.com Silent Rave – http://improvaz.com/2009/10/silent-rave No Pants AZ 2010 Recap: No Trou For You – http://improvaz.com/2010/01/no-pants-az-2010-recap-no-trou-for-you Unchaotic – www.theunchaotic.com My Wardrobe Is On Notice – http://www.theunchaotic.com/2010/01/14/my-wardrobe-is-on-notice And besides writing, I have videos of my solo work [...]