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November 2, 2021In this issue: Funding opportunities; the what, why, and how of networking; and more.
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Tips for Grads: The right way to write
Writing is unavoidable in graduate school (it feels ironic to be conveying this to y’all through writing). Whether it’s a research paper, personal/purpose statement, funding proposal, or even an email, we’re not going to be getting away from it anytime soon! Some of us take to it naturally, some people only feel confident in a certain style of writing, and some people just don’t enjoy it, or can never seem to make themselves sit down and start. Here are some things to keep in mind, whether you love or hate writing:
- Figure out your ideal conditions. Everyone has their own specific conditions that make writing easier for them, and those conditions don’t necessarily have to mirror studying conditions. For example, I cannot study with any noise around, and yet somehow, I’ve figured out that I write best when surrounded by people. Things like environment, time of day, or the tools you use to write all factor in. I’ve known more than one person who figured out that they write components of research papers best by hand.
- Leverage the Writing Center. This is what they’re here for! Whether you are looking for just one or two sessions with an instructor, want a continuous relationship with someone who will get to know your writing over time, or want to peruse their online resources yourself, they are an incredible asset. Their workshops are especially great because they range from brushing up on the fundamentals to how to write a cover letter or apply for funding. They also offer opportunities for writing accountability and support.
- Practice doesn’t make perfect, practice makes it happen. Sometimes, just learning to sit down and start writing is the hardest part. And trying to force it can feel like a chore if you don’t start small. Integrating writing as a matter of course in my day came, for me, when I learned to separate the action from the content. Basically, I had to learn to stop judging myself based on the quality of what I wrote or what I wrote about and start to acknowledge the victory of writing at all. Some folks really benefit from having “writing time” marked in their schedule. I personally found my stride when I started journaling whenever I had a quiet moment in the day, which snowballed into writing just a sentence or two of a paper, and onward. Consider participating in something like the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity’s 14 Day Writing Challenge to help you get in the habit, or to force yourself to schedule the time to write.
GradConnections Weekly is looking for fresh perspectives on the graduate student experience.
If you have advice, counsel, or tips for UW grad students, you’re invited to write a guest column for Tips for Grads.
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DiscoverPD is an innovative tool for UW–Madison graduate students to advance their academic and professional goals. Review the eight facets of professional development, complete a self-assessment, and get a customized report and recommendations.
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Upcoming Professional Development EventsAll event times and deadlines are listed in Central Time.
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Join us as we welcome Andrew Kohls, Assistant Director of the Career Center at Kansas State University, and dive into the basics of networking. Regardless of your discipline, level, or professional goals, networking can help us all! In this workshop you’ll learn what networking is really about, who is currently in your network, why it matters, and how you can start engaging and adding to your network now. Come learn with us and share your own experiences.
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| Three Minute Thesis® Semi-Finals
Wednesday, Nov 3 | 4 - 6 pm
Health Sciences Learning Center, room 1306
Come cheer on your friends and colleagues as they compete for prizes and a spot in the Three Minute Thesis® Finals. Free and open to the public. No registration required for audience members. Registration for competitors is closed. Snacks will be provided.
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LinkedIn is one of the fastest growing social media platforms. It’s the number one place companies post jobs, and it’s where recruiters look for talent. You want to be on LinkedIn, confidently connecting with professionals, sharing resources, and connecting with recruiters. How can you make the most of your LinkedIn profile? In this webinar, L. Maren Wood, PhD (Founder Beyond the Professoriate) will share with you 5 action steps you can take today to build a LinkedIn profile that will get you noticed and connected by professionals in career fields of interest.
Creating an individual development plan (IDP) encourages you to think about what you need to do next -- and over the next few years -- so that you achieve your goals. We will discuss how to define achievable goals, identify resources, and develop strategies for implementing and sustaining your plans. Participants will begin to create a personalized plan that takes into account career interests and addresses the development of knowledge and skills for professional growth. This event is co-sponsored by the Graduate School Office of Professional Development and the Delta Program. Boxed lunch with vegetarian option provided.
A PhD can set you up for an academic career, but what else can you do with your PhD? How can you identify other careers that align with your skills, values, and interests? In this webinar, L. Maren Wood, PhD (Founder, Beyond the Professoriate) will talk about what employers value about your graduate education and training, and how to identify career opportunities where you’ll thrive.
You will learn about the Graduate School's requirements for completing your PhD. We will offer a brief intro to the electronic process for submitting your dissertation, the dissertation format requirements, and present information to help you make decisions about your thesis publishing options. This workshop is intended for PhD. candidates preparing to graduate in fall 2021 or spring 2022 Window Period.
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FAFSA Frenzy
Friday, Nov 5 | noon - 2 pm
Health Sciences Learning Center 3110 A&C
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- Javascript 1
- Photoshop 2: Portrait Retouching and Color Correction
- Excel 2: Functions
- Multiple Imputation Using Stata
The Center for User Experience is recruiting for its research panel. The center talks to students to make a more inclusive digital campus, and would like to make its panel as diverse as possible. Please consider joining the research panel.
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Special Events & Symposia
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Nature Hike
Sunday, Nov 7 | 1 - 2:30 pm
UW–Madison Arboretum
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Spring 2022 enrollment dates- Monday, November 8: Enrollment appointment times for Spring term assigned to students (throughout week)
- Monday, November 15: Students begin enrolling for Spring term courses according to their appointment times
UW Libraries offers free remote delivery for grad students and faculty
The pandemic changed the nature of how many conduct their work and research. To address this shift and accommodate users working and studying remotely, the Libraries developed a more robust delivery service, which launched at the beginning of the fall semester: Remote Delivery. This new service, which now is available to graduate students in addition to faculty, provides more support to accommodate those in the campus community who work or study remotely, may not come to campus often, or work at an inconvenient distance from a campus library. Learn more about the launch of remote delivery service.
Apply now for January 2022 Dissertation Writing Camp
Supported by the Graduate School and facilitated by Writing Center senior staff, the Camp is Jan 3 - 7, 2022 and offers an opportunity for dissertators to make significant progress on their dissertations by drafting a substantial amount of writing in a structured, collegial virtual environment. Develop writing strategies, receive feedback, build peer support, and reserve uninterrupted time to focus on your dissertation. Applications are open now and are due by Friday, Nov 5, and require an advisor endorsement. Visit the Graduate School Dissertation Help webpage for detailed descriptions and application information.
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Protect yourself and others from COVID-19
All students, employees, and visitors to campus are required to wear masks when inside campus buildings, unless working alone inside an office or lab with the door closed or while actively eating and drinking. Employees and students who have not shared proof of COVID-19 vaccination with UHS are required to test weekly on campus. University Health Services continues to offer free COVID-19 vaccines to all students and employees. For more information, see the COVID-19 Response FAQs.
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UHS services available remotelyUniversity Health Services is committed to supporting you. Many medical, counseling, and wellness services are available by phone and accessible online. Find out more on the UHS Remote Health and Connection webpage.
Mental Health Resources for Grad StudentsAccording to the 2019 Healthy Minds Survey, 93% of UW–Madison graduate students do not think any less of a peer who seeks mental health care, and 89% of UW–Madison graduate students who used mental health care found it helpful.
- Let’s Talk. Sign up for a free, informal, and confidential consultation about any topic at locations across campus. Common concerns include stress, sadness, relationships, academic performance, financial struggles, and family problems.
- YOU@WISC. This portal has tools and information to help you be well, with modules on stress management, self-care, social support, suicidal thoughts, mindfulness, academic wellness, and more.
- Healthy Minds Program app. Train your mind to be more focused, calm, and resilient through meditation with the Healthy Minds Program. This program is informed by research from the Center for Healthy Minds at UW–Madison and is free to use.
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| Graduate Student Support and Assistance
The Dean of Students Office provides resources to students struggling with a variety of issues and can be your go-to spot for assistance as a graduate student. To contact the Graduate and Professional Student Assistance Specialist Elaine Goetz-Berman directly, email egoetz2@wisc.edu.
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Please note: Some graduate students may be ineligible to hold graduate assistantship appointments. Be sure to check with your graduate program coordinator about your eligibility before applying.
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The Critical Language Scholarship Program is a fully-funded study abroad program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State that provides intensive overseas language and cultural immersion. It is open to U.S. students enrolled in all degree programs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and is open to undergraduate and graduate students both. Through CLS, students spend eight to 10 weeks abroad studying one of 15 critical languages and earn academic credit for their work. The scholarship includes travel expenses, coursework, group excursions, and a small stipend to cover daily living expenses. Many languages offered by the CLS Program do not require applicants to have any experience studying critical languages.
Graduate students with U.S. citizenship in the arts, humanities, social sciences, or natural sciences may apply to this opportunity. The Graduate School will then submit up to three names to the review committee who accept applications nationwide. This fellowship provides a stipend of $18,000 plus tuition and may be renewable up to three years.
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