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Faith, Politics, and the Power of Language

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Religion and politics have always shared a table, but lately, the conversation feels louder, sharper, and harder to walk away from as a professional. I’ve found myself navigating these topics with increasing discomfort – not because I lack conviction, but because conviction now carries consequence. When someone asks if I’m religious, I usually answer, “I […]

Overcoming Challenges: Balancing Work, Life, and Training to become a BCBA

How do we balance our busy work lives, manage school expectations, and take care of ourselves at the same time? The common answer is: we don’t. It would seem that some choose not to work, others see their grades or quality of products for school dwindle, and most compromise their quality of life outside of this.

Passion to Pursuit: Lived Experiences and Mentorship Can Grow Your Career

My name is Joslynn Bigelow and I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in the state of Oregon. Having grown-up in the Portland Metro area and with a particular love for the Pacific Northwest, I completed my schooling in Oregon, earning a Bachelor’s in Secondary Education with an Endorsement in Language Arts at Concordia University, Portland. I am a licensed secondary education teacher as a result.