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Mentorship matters: Building relationships that shape your grad school success
Having a mentor who is available when you need them and listens to your dreams and concerns objectively is key.
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“Ici, on parle français”: Navigating graduate studies as an anglophone/allophone in a francophone environment
Four non-francophone graduate students reflect on their experiences studying at Université Laval.
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Adapting your writing for a research competition
Presenting in person can be nerve-wracking, but it is a great way to connect with a wider community of scholars.
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Stretching the dollar: creative ways to budget in grad school
Approach budgeting and cost-saving alternatives from a fresh perspective.
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Why storytelling should be your next transformative skill
The aim should be to connect, not inform.
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ADHD in grad school: why diagnosis matters
The stories of three graduate students with ADHD and their experience of becoming diagnosed as adults.
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Searching for references: how to ask for a letter of recommendation
Finding the right narrators to help tell your story.
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Relocation tips for grad students
Moving to a new city can be overwhelming – but it is also an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in a new community.
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Unpacking inequalities at the doctoral level: Part 1
Despite strong interests in having diversified, highly qualified professionals, doctoral candidates generally remain a homogeneous group while minorities still face challenges in their doctoral path.
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If a doctoral degree is a job, it’s wise to move on when it’s no longer a fit
Three former grad students break down why they decided not to complete their degree.
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The grad school pressure cooker: How to keep your cool
When you feel overwhelmed, it is good practice to remind yourself about what you hoped to achieve in this academic space.
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How to build a relationship with your supervisor before the thesis work begins
Starting the lines of communication early will lighten your emotional load by having someone already in your corner once the writing starts.
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An international student’s guide to flourish overseas
In a new environment, you will face numerous moments of ‘disconfirmation.’
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Financial planning for grad school: helpful tips from a financial consultant
Creating a budget and sticking to it will help alleviate a lot of financial stress.
