Summer vacation is here. But, as a grad student, the time you have to get away between research, writing, and other academic obligations can make taking a well-deserved break seem like a fantasy. Whether you need a break from outdoor research or need a bit of vitamin D before you start to feel like...
Choosing the best geology grad program for you is much more than just finding the right university—it’s about finding the right university in the right location. Louisiana is the perfect location for studying geology: on the gulf coast, in the heart of oil and gas country, and with access to...
(From: La Louisiane, Fall '17 Issue) The 1970s TV series “The Six Million Dollar Man” featured an astronaut so badly injured in an accident that surgeons could save his life only by “rebuilding” him. The character was repaired with machine-like components during an expensive experimental surgery...
The Department of Biology at Â鶹AV is one of the largest academic units on campus, attracting students from across the world and bringing in $2 million a year in new grant funding for research and graduate student support. Throughout its history, the department has been lauded for its...
Technology has significantly changed the higher education landscape, especially for grad students. But what about it has changed? Let us break it down for you. Accessibility Technology has made graduate school accessible to a much wider audience. With online learning, you can enroll in graduate...
Letters of recommendation for graduate school are one of the most important parts of your application. After all, your reference letters help graduate schools determine if you’re ready for the academic challenge of earning your master’s or doctoral degree. To make sure you have letters that...
Maintaining good mental health in graduate school can be tough. Stress and anxiety can take hold as we struggle with deadlines and meetings with our advisors. Past trauma can flare up too during high-intensity moments (and every step in between). A recent study at the University of Flanders in...
Meet Dr. Jennifer Lemoine, coordinator for the Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Â鶹AV. She’s a neonatal nurse practitioner and is active at the local and national levels promoting the health and well-being of women, children, and babies. Dr. Lemoine is an active advocate for nurse...
Anyone on the job market these days knows that it’s commonplace for potential employers to look at your social media profiles. But you need to start thinking about using your social media profiles to your advantage before you send out your first job application. When you do it right, social media...
Tackling each semester of grad school requires a lot from you. It takes drive. It takes focus. And it takes a lot of free food. We know you want to succeed in graduate school. That’s the baseline. But with these tips, you’ll not just succeed—you’ll thrive in graduate school. Know that the academic...
