Some graduate or doctoral students who are in the incredibly challenging thesis or dissertation phase of their program have had thoughts about quitting. In particular, students who are moving into...
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I remember the moment when I lost faith in myself in grad school. It was a moment of my life that I don't want to go back to. I felt like rug was pulled out from under my feet. It took a decade, and...
Feeling Guilty for Not Doing Anything As An Academic? Don’t.
2020 has been a rough year for almost everyone. With COVID-19 spreading across the globe and lock down precautions keeping people at home, many people have seen a negative impact occur to their...
Many adults come to a point in their careers where they want to excel further and do more in their field. They may want to focus more on research, teach, or simply have the greater depth and breadth...
Let’s talk about being a single parent in academia. Whether you are a single mom or a single dad, or a guardian who has stepped up to care for children you are a truly remarkable person if you are...
As someone who is trained in decision-making and the financial aspects of life, I can't believe that I am going to say this: Don't worry about the costs of getting your PhD. I am not saying to...