Tips for Grads

Building leadership skills in graduate school is an essential endeavor that not only enhances personal development but also prepares individuals for success in their future careers. Graduate school provides fertile ground for honing leadership abilities through various academic and extracurricular activities.

On NPR Life Kit, psychology professor Kevin Nadal defines microaggressions “as the everyday, subtle, intentional — and oftentimes unintentional — interactions or behaviors that communicate some sort of bias toward historically marginalized groups.”

Dealing with microaggressions as a graduate student requires a multifaceted approach.

Conducting informational interviews is a valuable way to gather insights about a particular career path, industry, or company. Here are some insightful questions to ask during an informational interview.

Writing a compelling cover letter is essential for making a positive impression on potential employers. Here’s a guide to crafting a strong cover letter.

Organizing productive meetings for graduate students requires careful planning and execution to ensure valuable outcomes and efficient use of time. Here are some key strategies for facilitating effective meetings.

Learning to say no unapologetically is a crucial skill for graduate students to master as they navigate the demands of academia. Here are some strategies to effectively assert boundaries without guilt.

Welcome to the third week of the semester! Approaching each semester with a well-thought-out plan can help you maximize productivity and achieve your goals. NCFDD’s workshop “Every Semester Needs a Plan” offers advice for you to plan and thrive in every semester of your graduate school journey.

Embracing failure as a graduate student can be a powerful catalyst for personal and academic growth. Rather than viewing setbacks as insurmountable obstacles, resilient individuals harness the lessons embedded within failures to propel themselves forward.

Mindfulness holds significant importance for graduate students as it provides a holistic approach to navigating the challenges and demands of academic life. The graduate journey is often characterized by intense research, deadlines, and the pressure to excel, leading to heightened stress levels. Mindfulness, rooted in the practice of being fully present and aware, offers a range of benefits.

The initial excitement of setting resolutions can wane as the year progresses, and many find themselves struggling to stay on course. The journey toward self-improvement is a marathon rather than a sprint, demanding persistence, resilience, and a strategic approach.