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April 26, 2022In this issue: Chancellor search finalists visiting campus, taking time for yourself, and more.
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Tips for Grads: Taking time for yourself
We all know that balancing school and personal life can be a little overwhelming at times. Throughout my time as a graduate student, I’ve found that taking time for myself and doing things I enjoy each day has allowed me to reduce stress and prioritize everything I need to accomplish. Whether that is a fun job, hobby, or exercising, incorporating something relaxing into each day makes an impact on your productivity.
During my time in graduate school, I have been employed on campus through the McBurney Center. On campus employment is a great option for us as graduate students as it allows for a flexible schedule and a way to connect with campus. While it may sound stressful to add more to your schedule with employment, working at the McBurney Center has allowed me to meet some amazing people who are welcoming and have the goal of making campus more accessible in mind. I have been able to gain skills that benefit me at work but also with my personal life and educational career. It has also been a great way to break up my class schedule and responsibilities while taking my mind off school. Take a look at the Student Job board for employment opportunities across campus.
Check out some other ideas on how to spend time doing something you may enjoy or areas to seek out a new interest or hobby:
- Take a look at the UW-Madison Events Calendar for fun events hosted across campus in areas such as science, music, arts, diversity, and much more.
- Channel your creative side at Wheelhouse Studios in Memorial Union. Sign up for a class or workshop or drop into an open studio to try out ceramics, acrylic painting, jewelry making, and varying other activities.
- If you want to get outdoors, check out all that Wisconsin Hoofers has to offer. Whether you enjoy backpacking, kayaking, snowboarding, or skiing, they have many outings and workshops to choose from.
In addition to the opportunities I have listed above, there are countless other ways to make time for yourself in your busy schedule. We are on the home stretch of this semester, so schedule some time to relax today. I hope you make yourself a priority during this busy time of the year.
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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Getting the Job: Workshop and Panel Series
Are you preparing for a career in academia or a career that will value your teaching and mentoring abilities? Join Delta for this special event series dedicated to helping candidates stand out in a competitive job market.
Prepare to successfully interview for jobs in academia that involve teaching! Come to this panel discussion to get real-life tips on what search committees are listening for at different types of institutions and academic roles.
Get ready to shine at your interview! Whether you are headed into academia or a different type of position, you will need to successfully communicate the skills and experience you've developed in teaching and mentoring.
Leaving academia can feel like a big, mysterious step into the unknown. After years of being successful in academia, it can be daunting and overwhelming to launch a professional job search. To help you prepare for a job search, we invite you to participate in the 9th Annual Online Career Conference for PhDs. For the past 8 years, this conference has helped nearly 10,000 doctoral students and PhDs confidently explore career options and begin their job search. The conference features 16 PhDs who have been where you are now, but have successfully made the leap into industry where they are thriving. And they want to help you do the same. By attending this conference, you’ll build foundational knowledge you need to be successful in your job search. You’ll also have the chance to hear directly from PhDs about their experience job searching, interviewing, and building new professional communities.
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Teaching
Explore more teaching-related professional development events from the Delta Program.
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Special Events & Symposia
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Enrollment deadlines
- Friday, May 6 - Deadline for Graduate students to withdraw from the spring term
Finalists in chancellor search to visit campus May 2 through 6
Candidates for the next chancellor of UW–Madison will visit campus between May 2 and 6. Dates and times of the finalist visits, along with candidate names and CVs, will be announced April 27 on chancellorsearch.wisc.edu. As part of these visits, each candidate will participate in a moderated Q&A session open to the public. UW–Madison faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to submit questions for the candidates. The question submission form will be open until 5 pm on Wednesday, April 27.
Reminder: Complete the Healthy Minds Survey
UW–Madison is participating in the Healthy Minds Study to better understand current students’ mental health and wellbeing. The survey, which was also administered at UW–Madison in 2019 and 2016, will provide a valuable snapshot of our campus climate and students’ experiences that will shape strategies, policies, programs, and services to better support student mental health. Half of all students are invited via email to take the survey now through May 2.
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Monitor yourself for symptoms of COVID-19
It remains important to monitor yourself daily for COVID-19 symptoms. If you develop symptoms, stay home and get tested. At-home antigen tests are available for pickup at no cost on campus and PCR tests are available by appointment in MyUHS.
Given the current state of the pandemic, mandatory, on-campus testing of unvaccinated individuals – employees and students – is paused effective April 4, 2022.
UHS services available remotely
University 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 Students
According 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.
- UHS 24-hour Crisis Services. 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. Call the UHS crisis line at 608-265-5600. For situations that are immediately life-threatening, call 911.
- 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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| Hostile and Intimidating Behavior
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is committed to preventing hostile and intimidating behavior (HIB) and will take prompt and appropriate corrective action whenever it learns that it has occurred. If you have experienced HIB, there are resources to help and staff available to talk.
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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 Fulbright U.S. Student Program (FUSP) is designed to give recent B.S./B.A. graduates, master’s and doctoral candidates, and young professionals and artists opportunities for personal development and international experience. Projects can include university coursework, independent library or field research, teaching English, classes in a music conservatory or art school, special projects in the social or life sciences, or a combination. The application for the 2023-2024 Fulbright US Student Program (FUSP) competition is now open, and there are upcoming in-person and online information sessions for students & alumni to learn more about all that the FUSP award offers.
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This beautiful creature is Mico. I don't have any puns or Mean Girls references this week – I just really like this picture. Thanks to Chiara Packard, graduate student in Sociology, for sharing Mico with us.
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