Welcome!
My name is Ashley Graumann. I am a senior at OU hopefully finishing in Spring
2018 with my bachelor’s degree in psychology. Originally, I was not sure what I
was going to be doing once I graduated with a degree in psychology. The last
thing I wanted to do was apply for graduate school to take more classes.
However, the best class that I took last semester (and overall) was a course in
psychology called Intimate Relationships. I really enjoyed learning about
different intimate relationships that people can and will experience throughout
their lives. Learning about different styles and communication techniques for
partners was very intriguing. The course even inspired me to apply for graduate
school in the spring. I am now wanting to become a relationship counselor.
During
the day, I work at Southmoore High School in Moore as a Paraprofessional in
Special Education. For those that do not know a Paraprofessional is a highly
qualified teacher’s assistant. They work to help Special Education teachers in
their classrooms or can be one-on-one with a special needs student to help them
succeed in school. Since I am in high school one of the biggest issues educators
run into (not just with special needs students) is getting the students to
focus on what they are going to do once they graduate. College isn’t always the
right chose for every student. Not only do educators have to teach state
curriculum but they also have to help their students with life lessons that can
help them succeed in a future career. I have a very high respect for all of our
educators and the major part they play in their students’ lives.
While
I do not have any children of my own, I do have two dogs. They are basically my
fur babies and are very spoiled. My oldest dog is a boxer named Doug, he was a rescue
from Red Dirt Boxer Rescue. When I got him, they were not sure of his age so we
just assumed he was three at the time I got him so now he is seven years old.
He is my sweet boy, even though he is big he is very gentle with kids and other
dogs. My younger dog is a longhaired dachshund named Jax, he was given to me by
a boss that I worked as a personal assistant for. The whole time I worked for
the man Jax preferred me because I was the one who took him to all of his
appointments and puppy training classes. Since I have raised Jax from a puppy he
thinks he runs the household. We have power struggles over who is in charge of
the house.
Doug and Jax sleeping in my bed! (August 2014) Source: Personal photo
Doug and Jax dressed and ready for Sooner football season!! (January 2016) Source: Personal photo
Since I am not very tied down I am
able to travel year around. I have try to have some fun trips planned
throughout the year so I can get a little break from life for some fun. However, since I am trying to focus on getting
my degree finished I only have one leisure trip planned. As I mention in an earlier
post (My Favorite Place) my family is planning a trip to Las Vegas for my
younger brothers 21st birthday. Ethan is the last in our family to
turn 21 and has never been to Las Vegas. We are excited to get to take him and
some friends to celebrate in an amazing city.
If you have any questions feel free to ask!
