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Hey everyone! I’m considering applying to Liberty’s online PhD in Education with a Curriculum and Instruction specialization and wanted to hear from people who have actually been through the program or other programs before I make any decisions.

A little about me: I’m finishing my MA in Education at another university in May 2027 and I’m looking at doctoral programs that are fully online so I can continue working while I study. Liberty’s program caught my attention because of the flexibility and the Curriculum and Instruction focus, which aligns with my research interests in early childhood education equity and curriculum disparities.

I’ve seen mixed reviews about Liberty degrees and online programs in general when it comes to career outcomes, but I want to hear real experiences rather than just assumptions. So if you’ve done or are currently doing the PhD in Education at Liberty, I’d love to know:

1. Financially — how did you pay for it? I’m aware that with recent federal changes the PLUS loan is no longer available for programs, so I’m trying to figure out what realistic funding options look like. Did Liberty’s institutional aid or scholarships cover a significant portion? Did you rely entirely on unsubsidized loans?
2. Workload — how many classes did you take per term and what was the workload actually like? Were you able to work full time alongside the program or was it too much?
3. Transfer credits — were you able to transfer any credits from a previous master’s degree into the program to reduce the total credits needed?
4. Career outcomes — were you able to get hired in your field after graduating? Did having a Liberty degree or an online PhD specifically ever come up as a concern with employers?

Like I’ve said, I’ve heard mixed things about the perception of Liberty degrees in more progressive education and nonprofit spaces, which is the kind of work I want to do. But I also know that at the end of the day if you are putting the time, effort, and research into your degree and dissertation, then it is still a completed doctorate, and right now the flexibility and affordability of the program might matter more than anything else given my situation. Would really appreciate any honest feedback, good or bad. Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone! I’m considering applying to Liberty’s online PhD in Education with a Curriculum and Instruction specialization and wanted to hear from people who have actually been through the program or other programs before I make any decisions.

A little about me: I’m finishing my MA in Education at another university in May 2027 and I’m looking at doctoral programs that are fully online so I can continue working while I study. Liberty’s program caught my attention because of the flexibility and the Curriculum and Instruction focus, which aligns with my research interests in early childhood education equity and curriculum disparities.

I’ve seen mixed reviews about Liberty degrees and online programs in general when it comes to career outcomes, but I want to hear real experiences rather than just assumptions. So if you’ve done or are currently doing the PhD in Education at Liberty, I’d love to know:

1.	Financially — how did you pay for it? I’m aware that with recent federal changes the PLUS loan is no longer available for programs, so I’m trying to figure out what realistic funding options look like. Did Liberty’s institutional aid or scholarships cover a significant portion? Did you rely entirely on unsubsidized loans?

2.	Workload — how many classes did you take per term and what was the workload actually like? Were you able to work full time alongside the program or was it too much?

3.	Transfer credits — were you able to transfer any credits from a previous master’s degree into the program to reduce the total credits needed?

4.	Career outcomes — were you able to get hired in your field after graduating? Did having a Liberty degree or an online PhD specifically ever come up as a concern with employers?

Like I’ve said, I’ve heard mixed things about the perception of Liberty degrees in more progressive education and nonprofit spaces, which is the kind of work I want to do. But I also know that at the end of the day if you are putting the time, effort, and research into your degree and dissertation, then it is still a completed doctorate, and right now the flexibility and affordability of the program might matter more than anything else given my situation.

Would really appreciate any honest feedback, good or bad. Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone! I’m looking for some genuine advice on next steps because I feel like I’m not sure I’m moving in the right direction.

Here’s where I’m at: I’ve written two full novels and a novella, which I’ve been querying to literary agents for a while. Rather than wait on the book side, I decided to adapt the material myself. I now have a completed series bible and pilot episode for a teen drama series, plus one completed feature film script adapted from the novella. I’m currently working on a second feature.

The novels gave me a strong foundation for the scripts in terms of character and world, but I have no official writing credits. I’ve worked as an actor and have been on a good number of sets, so I understand how production works from that side, but this is my first time presenting myself as a screenwriter.

In terms of connections: I have a few casting directors and acting coaches I’ve worked with over the years. One of them has their own production company and is actively working in TV, and I’ve already reached out to them for guidance. Another has a production company but their slate doesn’t really align with my material, so I’m not sure it makes sense to reach out to them specifically about my work, though I could reach out just for general guidance.

My questions:

1. ⁠Do I email the second contact anyway just for industry guidance, even if the material doesn’t fit their slate?
2. ⁠Are there any managers or companies people have had success querying cold as a multi-hyphenate writer-actor with completed material but no writing credits?
3. ⁠What should I actually be focusing on right now given where I am?

Any honest advice appreciated! I know the industry is tough and I’m not expecting miracles, just trying to make sure I’m putting my energy in the right places! Thanks so much :)

Hey everyone! I’m looking for some genuine advice on next steps because I feel like I’m not sure I’m moving in the right direction.

Here’s where I’m at: I’ve written two full novels and a novella, which I’ve been querying to literary agents for a while. Rather than wait on the book side, I decided to adapt the material myself. I now have a completed series bible and pilot episode for a teen drama series, plus one completed feature film script adapted from the novella. I’m currently working on a second feature.

The novels gave me a strong foundation for the scripts in terms of character and world, but I have no official writing credits. I’ve worked as an actor and have been on a good number of sets, so I understand how production works from that side, but this is my first time presenting myself as a screenwriter.

In terms of connections: I have a few casting directors and acting coaches I’ve worked with over the years. One of them has their own production company and is actively working in TV, and I’ve already reached out to them for guidance. Another has a production company but their slate doesn’t really align with my material, so I’m not sure it makes sense to reach out to them specifically about my work, though I could reach out just for general guidance.

My questions:

1. Do I email the second contact anyway just for industry guidance, even if the material doesn’t fit their slate?

2. Are there any managers or companies people have had success querying cold as a multi-hyphenate writer-actor with completed material but no writing credits?

3. What should I actually be focusing on right now given where I am?

Any honest advice appreciated! I know the industry is tough and I’m not expecting miracles, just trying to make sure I’m putting my energy in the right places! Thanks so much :)

I’m currently looking for subliminals to help in my acting/writing career!! I have some in a playlist but if you guys have any that worked for you or someone else you know please send them my way!! Really trying to get into the film industry! Also for my literary writing career I have written a full manuscript that I have been querying since april, I stopped querying in may mainly because I finish my query list, but any out there that can help me bag an agent? I have gotten full requests and partials, but a couple of the fulls lead to rejections because the agent felt like it wasn’t for them in the end, so any subs that can help with that or any advice or agencies I should
look at?

I have my main overnight playlist that is full of SP subs, my question is can i have different topics at the beginning like self concept, glow up, etc? if so should i separate each topic with a booster or it doesnt matter? also would really appreciate any sub suggestions for clear skin, i needed it by YESTERDAY 😭 and im a huge skincare girly and maintain a healthy diet but now my skin is just dry because of the medications from my derm, and still breaking out 🙄 pls help a girl outttt😩

Hey everyone! Looking for guidance on doctoral programs PhD vs EdD based on my long term goals. Would love to hear from anyone who has been in a similar position or has insight into programs that might align with what I want to do.

A little about me:
I'm currently completing my MA in Education at Claremont Graduate University (graduating May 2027) and I'm in the process of trying to get my PK-3 Early Childhood Education Specialist Instruction Credential staring Spring 2027 which will conclude in Fall 2027 with the two semester track.

What I eventually want to do:
- Work in nonprofit or policy spaces focused on bridging socioeconomic barriers to high quality ECE access — things like transportation, financial access, and systemic inequities that prevent families from getting their kids into quality programs
- Publish research and contribute to comparative/international ECE policy conversations
- Teach — whether at the university level or in an ECE classroom setting
- Long term: open my own school rooted in mixed theory practices with a dual immersion program

My main goals is really wanting to be more hands on to help create change and then open my own school*

The PhD vs EdD question:
I know the general distinction mainly being PhD is more research/academic, EdD is more applied/practitioner focused. But given that my goals sit somewhere in between (policy advocacy, publishing, AND practice), I'm genuinely unsure which route serves me better. Would love to hear from people who made that choice and why.

Programs I've been looking at:
I previously posted about looking within the US along with institutions in Australia, UK, and Canada. Quick update on where I'm at with those:

- Australia — still my top choice. I have two co-supervisors at the University of Sydney who are interested in my research topic, and I'm open to Melbourne as well. My main concern is RTP competitiveness — I know they're highly selective and I won't be able to go without that funding.
- UK — I have family there which makes it appealing, but I've heard the postgraduate job market isn't great right now which gives me pause.
- Canada — also have family there, and I know some programs offer strong stipends, but I've heard mixed things about the experience as a Black woman which is something I think about.
- US programs — I've been looking at options here too but haven’t heard back from any potential supervisors except NYU who stated that the program is very competitive and I might not get in for the concentration I want for the year that I want. I was also looking into some online programs, not on purpose but some programs I was interested in such as Nova Southeastern University in FL is just programmed online for this degree. I am also trying to find as many fully funded/mostly funded options as I can or ones that have a good amount of financial options for me.

My main questions:

1. For the work I'm describing — ECE equity, policy advocacy, comparative education, publishing — is a PhD or EdD the stronger choice?
2. Does anyone have experience with the RTP at University of Sydney or UNSW or any other universities? How competitive is it really? And what would help make me a good competitor?
3. Are there any US or international programs with strong ECE equity or comparative education focus that you'd recommend — especially ones with good funding? (also any US programs that have study abroad programs even if it’s only for the summer, I know of some like Chapman or USC, but the programs are either too expensive with little funding, or doesn’t have the concentration I want)
4. For anyone who has done a teaching credential from the US and studied abroad or moved to work abroad, did having the credential open doors internationally or make the transition to working abroad easier?

Thanks in advance! And I really appreciate any insight.

okay so I know my list is ALL over the place but hear me out!!! my comfort shows / shows I’ve rewatched more times than I can count (only to name a few): Pretty Little Liars, Vampire Diaries, The Umbrella Academy, YOU, Squid Game, and Insatiable. Yes I know. chaotic. I contain multitudes. (i’ve also checked out series like his and hers, we were liars, one of us is lying, cruel summer) but what I’m really looking for is that specific kind of show, the show you could eat a whole meal to without looking up, the one that had you real-watching every episode instead of half-scrolling, the one that wrecked you when it ended and you immediately started over just to feel something. that show that became your comfort show because nothing else filled the void it left. i want to be obsessed, invested!!! drama, mystery, thriller, whatever my taste is clearly chaotic so nothing is off the table. so drop your suggestions below and PLEASE tell me why (i want to know if it wrecked you, if you rewatched it, if it became your comfort show. sell it to me pleaseee😭) i thank you in advance :))

Still grieving the loss of Netflix Stories and I don’t think I’ll ever get over it 😭 I know this has probably been said before but I genuinely cannot move on from the fact that Netflix Stories was cancelled. Like, I still go back and replay the stories over and over again. There was something so special about getting to actually be in the worlds of shows we already loved, that’s what made it different from everything else out there. I’ve checked out Lore Interactive Stories, and while I appreciate it, it’s just not the same. The magic of Netflix Stories was that it used IP we were already emotionally invested in. And honestly? It feels like this keeps happening. Like does anyone remember when Episode had the Demi Lovato interactive story and others that people genuinely loved. Why do they keep taking the good stuff away?💀

So I have two questions for this community:

1.	Are there any apps out there that come close? Something that blends interactive storytelling with existing shows/fandoms the way Netflix Stories did?

2.	Is it even possible for an indie developer to create something similar? Obviously you couldn’t use Netflix’s actual IP because of copyright, but could someone build the format — a clean, story-driven interactive app built around licensed or original content? Because I feel like there’s clearly a market for it that nobody is filling.

Would love to hear opinions/recommendations!