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The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program is currently accepting applications for its 2014 solicitation. The SCGSR program provides the opportunity for U.S. graduate students to conduct part of their graduate thesis research at a DOE national laboratory in collaboration with a DOE laboratory scientist for a period of three to twelve consecutive months with the goal of preparing graduate students for scientific and technical careers.
The program is now open to current Ph.D. students in qualified graduate programs at accredited U.S. academic institutions. The supplemental award provides for additional costs of living and travel expenses directly associated with the SCGSR research project during the award period. Applications are due 5:00pm EDT on Wednesday, September 24 and the Office of Science expects to issue approximately 100 awards for project periods anytime between January and September 2015.
Embedding fonts in a dissertation or thesis is a requirement for ProQuest and the Graduate School. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat to embed fonts for files created in Microsoft Word. If you do not have access to Adobe Acrobat, this alternative method will allow you to embed fonts directly from Microsoft Word.
Step 1. Click the file tab at the top of the page and select the “Options” menu from the bottom left.
Having a table of contents (TOC) with hyperlinks is one requirement of the procedures to submit a thesis or dissertation. Hyperlinks allow a reader to click on any part of your table of contents and navigate directly to that page. This tutorial will show you how to create a hyperlinked table of contents using Word and Adobe Acrobat on the PC.
Join the Graduate School and Research and Sponsored Programs for a seminar on “How to Write a Competitive, Fundable Proposal” June 16, 11 am.
Seniors and current graduate students interested in applying for external funding or a National Science Foundation Graduate Fellowship will gain:
- 6 proposal writer tips
- 7 proposal writing guidelines
- 4 effective proposal package strategies
Once you register, you will receive a confirmation with the location and a reminder of the date and time. Space is limited, so register early! The presentation will be available online for those unable to join us at this time.
A federal fellowship/scholarship writing workshop will be held on Wednesday, September 15th and Thursday, September 16th at 4:00 in Fisher 135.
You will only need to attend one of the workshops, as they are the same workshop, different days and time.
During the workshop we will review 3 samples of NSF GRFP personal statement essays. Tips will be given on how to organize your essay, utilize wording, and meet the merit criteria expected by reviewers
Prepare for the workshop by:
1. Understanding how NSF defines “broader impacts”
2. Brainstorming answers to NSF “personal statement” questions
If you (or someone you know) plan on attending, please RSVP to Jodi Lehman (jglehman@mtu.edu).
Has the end of the semester left you feeling overwhelmed and wondering how you can manage the demands of your work, school, and family?
If so, on December 14th from noon – 1pm, join presenters from Counseling and Wellness Services as they present tips relevant to time management for graduate students. We’ll provide soft drinks (soda and water), chips, and desert – bring your own lunch.
Register online to save your seat and receive the location of the seminar. Seating is limited – register early!
Questions? Contact Debra Charlesworth.
Applications for fall Finishing Fellowships are now open. The Graduate School anticipates funding up to 10 fellowships per semester with support ranging from $2,000 to full support (stipend plus tuition). Applications are due to the Graduate School no later than 4pm on June 26th.
Students are eligible if all of the following criteria are met:
- Must be a PhD student.
- Must expect to finish during the semester supported as a finishing fellow.
- Must be in Research Only Mode.
- No other source of support for fall semester.
Refer to our web page for full details regarding eligibility, application procedure, and evaluation criteria. Our online presentation also provides some tips to prepare your application.
Contact Debra Charlesworth or Heather Suokas with additional questions.
Engineering.com has some great tips for how to energize a technical presentation. Presentations are an important part of earning a graduate degree, and interviewing for your first position.
Learn some do’s and don’ts and let your next presentation show your technical and communication skills in the best way possible.
Whether you are teaching this fall for the first time, or fiftieth time, there are some great tips in this article from the Chronicle about how to put your best foot forward on the first day of class.
Learn why it’s important and how to:
- Be yourself-but a little bit better
- Dress for success
- Strike the right tone
- Convey key information
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