Friday, August 15, 2014

Dr. Jessy vs. Dr. Uriarte

Dr. Jessy is what my parents call me.

When I graduate, I'll be the first of my family to get a doctorate degree. And I am lucky enough to have a big "cheer section" of friends and family who give me invaluable support and encouragement.

Their pet name for me is Dr. Jessy. (My grandmother actually calls me Dr. Tess-Wess)

I'm a bit superstitious about the title "Doctor". It is a privilege to be earned. I won't let my friends who have already graduated call me "Dr. Uriarte" because that person doesn't exist yet.

She won't exist until I'm wearing a floppy hat and "Harry Potter robes" at graduation, after which I'll forever be known to the world as Dr. Uriarte.


Floppy hat, hood and Harry Potter robe

Although, I hope my Jean-Jean will still call me Dr. Tess-Wess.

Colors of the Public Health Hood



No comments: