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April 23, 2019In this issue: Tips for summer productivity, Master's Student Professional Development Survey, and more.
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Tips for Grads: Personal Effectiveness
By Matthew J. Zinsli, PhD student As the academic year comes to a close, our thoughts turn to warm evenings on the Terrace, catching up with friends and family, and maybe some travel. While it's wise for all graduate students to take some time off, summer can also be a productive period away from teaching and coursework. That’s why it’s important to plan ahead to balance summer productivity with relaxation. - Set some SMART goals for your summer. Use an Individual Development Plan to sketch out how these months can help you work towards three or four of your long-term goals.
- Maintain a regular work schedule. Block out time in your calendar to work on your projects, and leave the rest open. You can also take advantage of the relative freedom of summer to combine your work with exploration; for example, working each day in a new public space or coffee shop.
- Focus on writing. Consider ways to increase your accountability, especially when the warm weather beckons. The Writing Center offers graduate writing groups over the summer, or you can create your own.
- Read a lot, especially if you are preparing for qualifying exams. Meet with your advisor to create a summer reading list (not the fun, beach kind). Use this time to get friendly with a citation manager, especially one that allows you to annotate your citations for later reference.
- Consider volunteering, internships, or other work outside of your academic bubble. It’s a great way to get to know the community you inhabit, and can even inspire your research in new directions.
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| DiscoverPD is an innovative tool for UW–Madison graduate students to advance their academic and professional goals. Review the nine facets of professional development, complete a self-assessment, and get a customized report and recommendations.
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| This week's Software Training for Students (STS) courses: - Photoshop 1
- Illustrator 1
- Excel 2: Data Visualization
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Special Events & Symposia
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Join our staff to support graduate student professional development!
The Graduate School Office of Professional Development and Communications is seeking a Project Assistant to support and promote the professional development of graduate students. Project Assistants will become knowledgeable about the professional development needs of graduate students and issues related to graduate education, and will develop skills necessary for leadership roles. This position has an anticipated start date of Sept. 1, 2019 and end date of June 30, 2020. This position has fixed work hours, 20 hours per week, with accommodations for class schedules. Applicants should be enrolled in a graduate program leading to a PhD degree. Other job requirements and qualifications are listed on the job posting. Master's students: What are your professional development needs?The UW–Madison Master’s Student Professional Development Survey is your chance to share your professional development needs with the Graduate School. The Office of Professional Development wants to ensure that its programs and other offerings cover the topics you most desire, at the times and days most convenient for you, and in a format that is most preferred. Please see the email you received on April 18 for your personal link to complete the 10-minute survey.
Have your voice heard: Public forums for Dean of Students finalists begin April 23
Five finalists for Dean of Students will visit campus over the next few weeks to interview and meet with faculty, staff, and students. Open forums for these finalists begin Tuesday, April 23 and end on Wednesday, May 1. Information on each finalist will be made available 48 hours prior to each presentation on the Student Affairs search website, where a schedule of finalist presentations and a feedback form are also available.
One more week to complete the Healthy Minds Survey
The Healthy Minds Study will help campus to better understand student mental health and related issues, including sources of support and the campus climate around mental health. You participation helps to improve understanding of graduate students’ mental health needs, and findings will shape campus services related to mental health. Check your email for a link, and complete the survey by Tuesday, April 30. As a bonus, 700 students who respond will be randomly selected to receive $10 on their Wiscard.
Join the Committee on Student Organizations (CSO)The Committee on Student Organizations (CSO) is looking for interested students to join for the 2019-2020 school year. The Committee on Student Organizations is a special committee established by the Chancellor's Policy on the Conduct and Discipline of Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and is comprised of students, staff, and faculty. The time commitment involves a one to two hour meeting every other Friday and possible hearings one other time during the week. More information on the group is located on the Student Organization Resource & Policy Guide website. Applications are due Friday, April 26. Connect with Mark Kueppers, mark.kueppers@wisc.edu, with questions and application information. Attend Marquette University’s Professional Grant Development WorkshopThis intensive two-day grant proposal workshop is geared towards those who wish to strengthen their grant writing skills, as well as beginners who wish to acquire and master the techniques of preparing and writing winning proposals to various funding agencies. The focus will be on how to effectively write proposals in times of keen competition and limited resources. The ultimate goal is for participants to walk away with a product specific to their interests, which includes the grant design, abstract, and budget. The workshop runs May 16-17 from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm at Marquette University in Milwaukee, and the workshop fee is $595. Visit the conference webpage for more information or to register.
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Mental Health Resources for Grad StudentsAccording to the 2016 UW–Madison Healthy Minds Study, 94% of UW–Madison students do not think any less of a peer who seeks mental health care, and 90% of students who used mental health care found it helpful. As a student, there are a variety of mental health resources available to you at no cost. A few of these resources are listed here.
YOU@WISC. This portal has tools, information, and resources to help you be well. YOU@WISC covers a variety of mental health topics including stress management, self-care and social support, anger management, suicidal thoughts, and mindfulness. It also includes physical, personal, and academic wellness topics. All UW–Madison students can access this resource. 24-hour Crisis Services. UHS provides a 24-hour mental health crisis help line. On-call crisis counselors can help address your most pressing concerns, address your safety, and help you connect with follow-up service needs. It’s available every day, including weekends, holidays, and semester breaks. If you are concerned for your own well-being or the well-being of someone you know, call the UHS crisis line at 608-265-5600. For situations that are immediately life-threatening, call 911.
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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 Dean of Students Office's Graduate 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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| Have you been invited to present at a conference or do you need travel funds to conduct research towards your dissertation? The Graduate School’s Student Research Grants Competition (SRGC) is accepting applications for both conference and research travel support for the current academic year. Awards of up to $1,500 are available to all eligible UW–Madison graduate students in programs supported by the Graduate School. Award levels vary depending on the demonstrated need. Funds may be applied retroactively, so even if you have already completed your research or conference travel, you may be eligible to apply.
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