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International THREADS Program
As a member of the inaugural International THREADS (Thesis Honors Research for Academic Data Science) Program cohort, I visited Accra and Cape Coast, Ghana, to conduct primary research for my senior thesis. My topic focuses on Mental Health Practitioners' Perception of the Quality of Care Provided to Residents in Kwaprow, Ghana. During my time in Cape Coast, I worked with mental health students at the University of Cape Coast to conduct interviews with mental health practitio
Toni Smith
Jan 61 min read


The Society of Pediatric Psychology (SPP) Annual Conference
This past week, I attended The Society of Pediatric Psychology (SPP) Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, through the HBCU Jegnaship Program. Though short, this experience has wholly adjusted the trajectory of my career goals! In meeting several current and future Pediatric Psychologists, I have learned so much about the field and my path toward this career. I cannot wait to continue learning as this mentorship program continues. I want to give a special thanks to Anya G
Toni Smith
Jan 61 min read


Study Abroad Trip to Colombia
Over spring break, I visited Medellín and Cartagena, Colombia, with fellow COAS Honors students and professors. We traveled to several...
Toni Smith
Mar 27, 20241 min read


Howard University Figure Skating Team's First Competition!
A few weekends ago, the Howard University Figure Skating Team and I participated in the Blue Hens Ice Classic at the University of...
Toni Smith
Mar 27, 20241 min read


Graduate School Application Virtual Workshop
On October 30th, I attended a Howard University Graduate School Application Workshop, during which I learned all of the in's and out's of...
Toni Smith
Dec 2, 20232 min read


Reflection on "The Craft of Research"
In the book Craft of Research by Wayne C. Booth, Gregory Colomb, and Joseph Williams, the authors reviewed essential techniques and...
Toni Smith
Nov 29, 20231 min read


Dope Black Girls Brunch
Earlier this semester, I was given the opportunity to attend the 6th Annual Dope Black Girls Brunch, hosted by Black Girls Vote and Dr....
Toni Smith
Nov 29, 20231 min read


Concert Band Performances During the Fall 2023 Semester
This semester, the Howard Concert Band, of which I am a member, played in two community service concerts - Convocation and the...
Toni Smith
Nov 29, 20231 min read


My Research Plan/ Experiences
I plan to focus on mental health trends in children and adolescents from disadvantaged backgrounds. Specifically, race-related trauma...
Toni Smith
Nov 28, 20233 min read
My Travel Abroad Plan/ The Study Abroad Fair
I have planned to travel abroad during the Spring semester of my Junior year (2025) since I was a senior in high school. I plan to travel...
Toni Smith
Oct 12, 20231 min read
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