Cami Hayes
Current student
Psy.D., Clinical Psychology

Before enrolling at Antioch, Cami Hayes was a full-time school psychologist working for the Auburn School District.

She offers multiple reasons why she chose to pursue a Psy.D. at Antioch.

"Antioch's Psy.D. program offers both the meaningful clinical training I lacked as well as the research rigor I value," Hayes says. "Additionally, Antioch's emphasis on social justice and very relevant multicultural perspectives is unparalleled by other universities."

Once she arrived at Antioch, Hayes says she was inspired by many of Antioch's faculty members.

"Pat Linn is amazing in her ability to balance academic rigor with warmth and compassion for student concerns. Her passion for learning and teaching is evident and creates an environment in which students strive for maximum growth," she says.

"The Psy.D. program goes to great effort to ensure that we engage in community experiences while completing coursework. There is great comfort, confidence and a willingness that comes from this."

Her best memories are of experiences within her concentration group.

"As part of the Psy.D. program in clinical psychology, students are required to participate in an area of concentration or specialty. Over this year period, bonds among students and professors are created, and an important support system results. The learning environment is then rich for the honest exchange of academic ideas and observations," she says.

When asked about Antioch by prospective students, Hayes encourages them to apply.

"I relay Antioch's emphasis on both research and clinical training. Antioch encourages multicultural perspectives and the importance of social justice. Through course curricula and the opportunity to work in the on-campus community clinic, experiences prepare students for the real world," she says.

She describes the financial aid process as a surprisingly easy, problem-free process.

"On the rare occasion I had a question, staff was easy to reach, receptive and invariably knew the answers. I also was granted a fellowship, assisting with tuition costs and adding to my overall educational experience. Again, this process was hassle-free and easy to navigate," Hayes notes.

She has some cost tips, too.

"I'd recommend working a part-time job, as well as applying for available fellowships and scholarships," she recommends. 

Hayes has no doubts about the value of her education.

"I'm still a student, but I feel prepared to enter the world of clinical psychology," she says. "The Psy.D. program goes to great effort to ensure that we engage in community experiences while completing coursework. There is great comfort, confidence and a willingness that comes from this."

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