By Travis Grandy. While it might be easy to base your writing schedule off of the academic calendar (i.e. the flurry of writing seminar papers that happens in the last two to three weeks of the semester in a haze of caffeine and all-nighters), you’re probably also familiar with the burnt-out feeling you get after pushing through a period of intense writing. Read more...

By Danielle Marias. I was a dog lover from an early age. I spent my childhood running around with at least two golden retrievers or yellow labs. Since moving out of my parents’ house, I had always wanted a dog of my own, especially in grad school. Read more...

By Katie Shives. Ah, the phone interview! This is often the first step in the interview process for graduate students looking for careers inside academia or on alternative academic (alt-ac) careers. Getting your foot in the door is usually the hardest part, so congratulations on making it through the first hoop. Read more...

By Heather VanMouwerik. Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, and my advice does not constitute professional medical advice. This post is based on my personal experience. If you suffer from acute or prolonged back pain or weakness in your legs, please contact your doctor immediately. Read more...

By Wendy Robinson. Successfully defending my dissertation was the hoped-for, and even to some extent expected, outcome. Still, it felt surreal to walk across campus knowing that I was essentially done being a student for the rest of my life. Read more...

By Lindsay Oden. Many graduate students may feel isolated or over-extended. For most of us, nearly all aspects of grad school can seem solitary: research, writing, comprehensive exams, etc. But there are opportunities on campus that can help us overcome our solitary nature while also building important skills for our future. Read more...