GRSC7001 GradFIRST Seminar
The objectives of this course will:
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Promote successful transitions to graduate school through open communication about available campus resources
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Provide focused professional development and training in transdisciplinary areas key to academic success in masters and doctoral programs
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Include additional focused topics guided by faculty expertise
Enhance graduate student-faculty interaction/networking in a small class setting
Course Contents
Lecture#1: Introduction
Lecture#2: PhD Goals and Criteria
Lecture#3: Planning and Self-Reflection
Lecture#4: Student-Advisor Relationship
Lecture#5: Conflict
Lecture#6: General Research Process
Lecture#7: Literature Search and Reading
Lecture#8: Experimental or Theoretical Skills
Lecture#9: Data Analysis and Interpretation
Lecture#10: Manuscript Writing
Lecture#11: Research Presentation
Lecture#12: Research Ethic
Lecture#13: Time Management
Lecture#14: Metal Health
Lecture#15: Collaboration and Networking
Lecture#16: Research Habits