Graduate School & Fellowships Workshop
Graduate School & Fellowships Workshop
What is graduate school?
Graduate school is an advanced academic program beyond a bachelor's degree, where students specialize in a particular field through rigorous coursework, research, and practical experience. It typically leads to a master's or doctoral degree, enabling individuals to deepen their expertise, contribute to their field, and advance their careers. The benefits of graduate school include access to specialized knowledge, opportunities for research and innovation, enhanced career prospects, and the ability to make a meaningful impact in one's chosen discipline. Graduate education also fosters personal growth, critical thinking, and the development of a professional network that can be invaluable throughout one's career.
Check out our "what is graduate school" seminar recording to learn more from actual students!
Description: This crash course will help you prepare an application for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) and graduate school. The NSF GRFP provides 3 years of tuition + stipend for graduate study in STEM (valued at $100,000+). This workshop will provide advice and editing sessions for preparing a successful NSF GRFP. We will also teach tips on converting your NSF GRFP personal statement into a graduate school personal statement for your applications.
Schedule:
Week 1 (8/23, 1-2 PM HST): Intro to NSF GRFP, Application Tips (Assignment 1 Due)
Week 2 (8/30, 1-2 PM HST): Peer Review Session (Assignment 2 Due)
Week 1 is open to everyone. Week 2 is intended for those applying to the fellowship who desire to have their application peer-reviewed.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/P5MfubVAyZTjkjB7A
Zoom Link: https://wsu.zoom.us/j/91050502441?pwd=NXZVdncyeG9EZytadVNBQnp0UlMvZz09 (Meeting ID: 910 5050 2441, Passcode: 123456)
Audience: This workshop is intended for college seniors, first-year, and second-year graduate students, but the first week of the workshop is open to everyone interested in graduate school or learning about how to write a successful fellowship application.
Resources:
Useful Materials: https://www.alexhunterlang.com/nsf-fellowship
Lecture Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1RpzqJ7JVdSnF-EtpUpHmLfE3_Vskt-TJNTGK1cPa4f8/edit?usp=sharing
Assignments:
1) Read the NSF GRFP Program Solicitation & prepare a Resume/CV before the first class
2) Personal Statement (3 pages) & Research Statement (2 pages) due before the second class
Instructor: Kyle Yoshida (kyle.yoshida@wsu.edu)