Grad Student Newsletter Post

Apply now for our 2025–2026 Nontraditional, Adult, & Single Parent Student scholarships. More than 30 scholarships are awarded annually with amounts ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. Qualifications: At least one full academic year (2025–2026) left …

Tips for Grads: Building a Professional Online Brand By Skye Xollo, PhD student An important yet often overlooked aspect of professional development for PhD students is the task of building a compelling professional brand online. …

Tips for Grads: Maximizing your graduate experience with DiscoverPD By Foram Gathia, PhD student DiscoverPD is an essential resource for master’s and doctoral students offering a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance your professional …

Are you interested in mentoring a student with chronic pain, chronic illness/health condition, and/or disability? CHAMP (Chronic Health Allies Mentorship Program) is a mentorship program and community for students with chronic illness, chronic pain, and/or …

By Foram Gathia, PhD student Professional development encompasses a variety of resources and opportunities designed to enhance both academic and professional skills. These resources include formal training programs, such as workshops, courses, and certifications, as …

By Foram Gathia, PhD student As the end of the semester approaches, graduate students often find themselves flooded with assignments, exams, and research deadlines. Coping with stress during this time is crucial for maintaining mental …

Tips for Grads: How to thrive not just survive in academia By Foram Gathia, PhD student Thriving in academics as a graduate student goes beyond merely surviving the rigorous demands of coursework, research, and professional …

The University of Wisconsin-Madison, along with several City of Madison Alders representing campus area and Downtown Madison Incorporated, are collaborating to gather insights on student housing preferences, experiences, and expectations to help guide the exploration of …

By Luke Stavedahl, MS student Networking events can be intimidating, especially when you’re faced with the daunting task of striking up conversations with strangers. However, mastering the art of conversation can open doors to invaluable …

By Skye Xollo, PhD student Amid the debate on AI in higher education, it’s easy to overlook AI tools in our work as graduate students. Though the ethical landscape is still evolving, AI poses exciting …