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Dissertation writing tailored to personality and values

Oct. 16, 2019

The transition from structured classroom work and research to writing a dissertation can cause graduate students to feel isolated, like they’re writing in a vacuum. To help them feel more grounded, the Graduate School is hosting writing accountability seminars.

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Maintaining balance in graduate school: Coping strategies for academic life

Oct. 14, 2019

We all need some kind of external support network. Such support can range from professional counseling, journaling, meditation, working groups, or writing partners.

Enhancing the Graduate School Experience at CU Boulder

Oct. 14, 2019

Since June 2016, campus leadership has worked with the United Government of Graduate Â鶹ÒùÔº (UGGS) to enhance the graduate student experience and ensure academic success. Here’s the full complement of what we offer.

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Tips for Improving Focus

Sept. 12, 2019

While time management is important, there’s another obstacle that can frequently stand in your way of being productive: staying focused. Here are tips for staying focused.

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From the Dean of the Graduate School: Welcome to the 2019 fall semester

Sept. 3, 2019

I’m delighted to welcome graduate students to the fall semester. Along with our incoming students, I’m new to the Graduate School as well, having taken this position in June.

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New Graduate School dean feels honored to be in role

Sept. 3, 2019

Scott Adler came to CU Boulder in fall 1996, when he joined the faculty as a professor of political science. He became dean of the Graduate School in June 2019.

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Exploring career options? Advice from a recent grad student

Aug. 26, 2019

The Graduate School partners with Career Services to bring a multitude of workshops throughout the fall, catering to both academic and nonacademic career paths.

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Getting in the Mindset—6 tips to build your confidence in graduate school

Aug. 5, 2019

How do you create a confident mindset? Take 15-30 minutes each morning and follow these six steps.

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25 Writing Prompts to Fuel Your Academic Argument

Are you a procrastinator who suffers from writing anxiety? Are you having trouble dedicating time to writing your dissertation? The Graduate School has tips for you and 25 writing prompts to fuel your brainstorming.

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Work Less, Do More

June 26, 2019

While research suggests that most people are productive for a maximum of four hours a day, the style for how one manages those four hours can vary widely. Here are some tips on how to make your workday most productive.

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