By Soumilee Chaudhuri, PhD. Candidate, Medical Neuroscience Imagine being excluded from critical decisions that shape your academic career and work environment, with no explanations given. Picture working tirelessly, only to receive no credit or having your research capabilities questioned simply because you recently became a mother or like wearing makeup. Worse still, imagine your ability… Read more »
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Finding Your People in Grad School: Tips for Building Your Community
By Kayla Allen-Brown, PhD Candidate, American Studies Graduate school is a journey of academic growth and a pivotal time for personal development and networking. While it can sometimes feel isolating, especially when you’re buried in research and deadlines, finding your tribe can significantly enhance your grad school experience. Here are some practical ways to connect… Read more »
Navigating the Job Search: A Graduate Student’s Guide
By: Priyadharshini Manikandan, PhD Candidate, Biology As a graduate student, the transition from academia to the professional world can be both exciting and daunting. With the right approach and preparation, however, embarking on a job search can become a smoother and more rewarding experience. Following these steps will help kickstart your job search and ensure… Read more »
When in doubt, write it out…
By Maribel Hernandez, PhD Candidate, Addiction Neuroscience A blank word document and a flickering cursor, time and time we find ourselves overwhelmed at the task of writing. Whether you are in the beginning stages or nearing the finish line, these tried-and-true tips can help you gain the momentum you need to finish that project. First,… Read more »
New Year’s Resolution- A Practical Guide for Holistic Growth.
By: Radhika Bhaumik, PhD Candidate in Biology We often hear from our parents, that school life is a memorable time of anyone’s existence. It is the time we make the best of friends, some of whom stick through our lifetime, make some indelible memories that comprise the core moments in our lives, or develop certain… Read more »
Maybe this 3rd Time is the charm: A Graduate Student’s Journey to a Lasting Career
By: Kevin Hillman, Urban Education Studies PhD Candidate, Founder & Owner of P.A.S.S. Consulting, LLC As a current consultant, I often reflect on the seamless link between academia and consulting. Consulting, a profession revered for its challenging yet rewarding nature, aligns closely with the rigorous and analytical journey of graduate studies. However, I did not… Read more »
Conference 101: How to Maximize Your Conference Attendance as a Graduate or Professional Student
by Isheka Orr, Ph.D. Student, Earth Sciences Graduate and professional students are often encouraged to attend conferences for academic and professional development. In my field, attending conferences is very important because I get a chance to present my work, get feedback, and learn about different research areas while networking with peers and discovering various opportunities…. Read more »
Let’s Talk About Finances
By: Isheka Orr, PhD Candidate, Earth Sciences The demands of graduate school are hard, and part of this challenge is managing my finances. Since April is Financial Literacy Month, I want to tell you how I have learned to stretch every dollar and improve my financial situation. My strategies may not work for everyone, but… Read more »
Navigating a new field of study……
Neharika Bhadouria, PhD Candidate, Mechanical Engineering Changing fields of study can be a daunting and difficult process. However, with the right tools and resources, the transition can be smooth. In this article, we will look at some essential tools to have on hand when embarking on a journey to learn a new skill. Classroom/ Virtual… Read more »
Moving Onward and Elsewhere
By: Yue Stevenson, Graduate Student, MA English With Indiana finally beginning to show signs of Autumn, I’ve realized just how liminal the fall semester can be. Though there’s still November and December to get through before break, I’ve felt a great deal of pressure to consider what I will be doing after graduating this summer,… Read more »