Graduate School
How to Select a PhD Program that’s Right for You
My goal is not to persuade you into thinking that a specific program is better than others, but to discuss the different factors you should start thinking about when deciding which programs to apply to.
What to Know About the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF’s GRFP)
The National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF’s GRFP) is a highly competitive fellowship for graduate students.
Teaching While in Grad School – How Much is Too Much?
To stay partially sane with added teaching responsibilities, make sure to ask yourself the critical question of just how much you should take on.
Interviewing for Grad School
These grad school interviews are right around the corner, and I want to share some tips that helped me prepare for them.
What you could expect during an off-topic qualifying exam
You might have heard of the ‘qualifying exams’ that graduate students need to take. You might be curious to learn more, or perhaps you’ve even taken the qualifying exam at your university…
Sometimes We Laugh, Sometimes We Cry… Embracing the Adversity of Graduate School
When you’re accepted into graduate school, whether it’s a Ph.D or Master’s program, you’re likely to hear two things…
Reflection from a Remote Teacher’s Assistant
I was a teacher's assistant (TA) in the winter of 2021 and due to the global pandemic, it was all done virtually.
Breaking into Biotech Seminar Recap
A few weeks ago, I was able to attend a Q&A-style seminar with Dr. Kanchana Ravichandran, a senior scientist at Moderna, about “Breaking into Biotech.”
The Purpose of Lab Rotations During Your First Year as a PhD Student
In this blog I will dive deeper into how a rotation works and the purpose they hold.
Your Degree Does Not Define You
In December 2020 my first rotation of grad school had ended and I began to reflect on my experience.
What the Heck is Applied Data Science and Other Questions from an Applied Data Science Masters Student
I first heard the term “applied data analytics” in a thesis meeting with my advisor, whose eyes lit up when I mentioned incorporating data into my sociology thesis.
A Timeline for Applying to PhD Programs
Deciding to go to graduate school is an accomplishment on its own. However, the application process can feel quite overwhelming, and I definitely felt consumed at times by the process.
Deciding if a PhD is the Road for You
I will share my personal experience in making the decision and some advice for the application process.