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Grad school is the perfect place to procrastinate -- much of the work is a seemingly never-ending endeavor without a clear deadline. You could finish that article for publication this month, but next month is just as good, right? But why is it so easy to procrastinate? Erin Bedford at Gradhacker lays out many of the reasons we put things off and ways to work through them:
- Lack of confidence: when you're not sure you'll succeed, it's easier to put off starting a project. The best way to combat this? Find a way to just get started and it won't be as bad as you think. There's even a study that "proves" it!
- Not knowing where to start: your to-do list probably includes things like "Write thesis" or "Get life in order." These can be overwhelming. Try breaking them down into manageable tasks with achievable goals and a timeline for completing each step.
- It's going to be boring: yep, probably. She suggests trying out a time management process, like the Pomodoro Method, which includes strategically planned breaks to reduce the monotony and keep yourself organized.
If you're not going to eliminate your procrastinating altogether, you could always try to make the time you spend actively not working a bit more productive. Try updating your LinkedIn profile or getting in a little desk exercise.
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Graduate Assistantship stipend policy changes
In the November 17 edition of GradConnections, Dean Karpus addressed questions about changes to the graduate assistantship stipend policy in a memo to students. In order to provide answers to questions students might have, he would like to invite graduate students to attend a communication session planned for December 16 at 2:00 pm in 2241 Chamberlin.
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Library Renewal Policy Changed
Beginning December 1, regularly circulating library materials renewed or charged out will be due May 30, 2016. The exception will be for those materials which have already been charged out for at least 24 months. If you wish to continue using materials which have reached their online renewal period, you must bring them to a campus library circulation desk to be renewed in person. It is important to check the new due date on items renewed. If the new due date does not read May, 1, 2016, the item is not renewed.
All users must bring materials to a desk before January 30 in order to avoid penalties. Failure to renew library materials in a timely fashion may result in a block on your patron record, preventing access to e-resources and the ability to check out additional materials.
If you have any questions, contact the Circulation Office (170 Memorial Library) between 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday, or email circulation@library.wisc.edu.
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| Alumni Profile: Dean Kevin Kumashiro, School of Education at the University of San Francisco
Kevin Kumashiro received his Ph.D. from UW-Madison in educational policy studies in 2000. His career path after graduation led him into academia for a few years, then to the National Education Association where he started the Center for Anti-Oppressive Education. Kumashiro feels like his experience outside of higher education helped him see how it is possible to do advocacy work in education.
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Wednesday, December 2 | 1:00 - 3:00pm
DeLuca Forum, Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery Building
Join us to watch UW-Madison students attempt the Three-Minute Thesis®, an international competition in which PhD students in STEM fields explain their thesis research to a general audience. The event will be open to the public and presenters will have an opportunity to share their research with a diverse audience. Presentations will be evaluated by a panel of judges for content, comprehension, creativity, and engagement.
Find more Graduate School Professional Development events here.
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Excel 1
Wednesday, December 2 | 6:00 - 8:00pm
B1144A DeLuca Biochemistry Building
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For more technology courses from Software Training for Students (STS) click here.
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Special Events & Conferences
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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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These awards support graduate students at the UW-Madison planning to conduct a minimum of 6 weeks of summer fieldwork outside of the United States. Any continuing graduate student at UW-Madison is eligible to apply.
Scott Kloeck-Jenson Fellowships for Global Studies
Applications due February 22 - The International Pre-Dissertation Travel Fellowships supports overseas travel to potential field research sites for doctoral students.
- The SKJ International Internship Fellowships supports graduate students (working towards a doctorate) interested in undertaking practitioner internships.
Returning Adult and Single Parent Student Scholarships
Applications due March 1
The Adult Career and Special Student Services office of UW-Madison Continuing Studies administers a number of scholarships specifically designed for nontraditional, returning adult, and single parent students. Find more information about scholarships available and eligibility requirements.
McBurney Disability Resource Center General Scholarships
Applications due in early April
The McBurney General Scholarships are available to UW-Madison graduate and professional students whose disabilities have been verified through the McBurney Disability Resource Center. A number of scholarships are available for students who qualify.
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