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Considering Graduate School When Jobs Are Scarce  Are you considering going to graduate school to improve your job prospects in a tough economy? Let's explore if that is the right option for you. Diploma Mills  In this article, Lynn provides some general information on the topic of diploma mills. Earning the N.D.  If you´re interested in studying medicine, but also have interests in homeopathy, nutrition, herbal treatments, or accupuncture, consider training for an N.D. Executive MBA Programs  Thinking of doing an MBA? Find yourself short on time? Take a look at the executive MBA programs. Graduate School Self-Assessment  This is a self-assessment to gauge personal readiness for graduate school. Half Time or Full Time?  Have you thought about how many classes you´re going to take? How many classes do you need? How much can you handle? How to Survive Your First Year of Graduate School  Are you a new graduate student? Here are some tips on how to survive your first year. Internships for Dummies  Internships for Dummies Making Connections that Work  A commentary on terminal busyness and the importance of establishing focus. Means to an End - Ways to Obtain that Graduate Degree  Too busy to sit in a classroom? Not enough time or energy to manage taking classes at a large university? In this article, Lynn touches briefly on the various means of obtaining a graduate education in the modern world. Mentoring for Fun and Profit  Been in graduate school long? Put your "expertise" to work! Monster.Com [offsite link] National job search engine with resume posting capabilities. Ph.D. vs. Ed.D.  Considering a terminal degree? Confused about which way to go? Having a hard time understanding any real difference? Take a look at this. Planning for Fall  Fall´s just around the corner. Are you ready? Preparing for Admissions Testing  In this article, Lynn discusses ways to prepare for standardized admissions testing (GRE, GMAT, MCAT, etc.) Professional Development  Hoping to work in academia when you finish your degree? Is your vita a little on the lean side? Think about incorporating some of these professional development activities into your graduate schedule now!
Profiles of Women in Academia  Each month, the Graduate School section will profile women working in academia. In this month's profile, meet Geeta Bhagat, Ed.D., Research Associate at Southwest Tennessee Community College. Researching Graduate Schools  Going back to school? Here are some tips on researching graduate schoools. Shifting the Focus to Teaching  The focus of graduate study has generally been on research. Some colleges are rethinking the purpose of graduate study. Succeed on Your Own Terms  This week, we look at ways to define and achieve personal success. Surviving the Defense  Anticipating a master´s thesis or doctoral dissertation defense next semester? Here are some things to think about. The Chronicle of Higher Education [offsite link] Job listings in academia from the Chronicle of Higher Education. The Graduate School Application Process One Step At A Time  The Graduate school application process can overwhelm and intimidate most anyone if you aren´t informed of the process. This article is aimed at breaking the process down into easy, digestible steps with practical advice along the way. The Politics of Graduate School  In this article, Lynn touches on the politics of graduate school and the relationship of politics to degree outcomes. Top 10 Things You Should Know to Prepare for Medical School Admissions  In this article, Lynn covers her "Top 10" list of things everyone should know to prepare for medical school admissions. What Motivates You?  Have you given any thought to why you´re thinking about graduate school? Why you´re committing yourself to 2 to 6 more years of education? Maybe its time you did. When to Begin a Graduate Degree  In this article, Lynn discusses the impact of timing on entry into a graduate degree program. Women and Graduate School  In this article, Lynn touches briefly on a topic that is near and dear to her and a lot of the students she works with—women and graduate school.
Working While in Graduate School  In this article, Lynn touches on the merits and perils of working while in graduate school. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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