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Mental Health Resources for Graduate Students

Mental Health written on Scrabble Board
"Mental Health" by Jonathan Rolande | CC BY 2.0

Tues., February 20, 2018

Self-care not only means taking care of your physical health, but your mental health as well. Learn about the resources available at UNL to support all students.

Active Learning Strategies

Paper bridge over a book
"Apprendre, c'est jeter des ponts..." by Nath B. | CC BY-NC-SA 2.0

Tues., February 6, 2018

Active learning strategies can help your students engage with the course material and learn more. Here are some easy ways to integrate more active learning into your classroom.

Preparing for an In-person Interview

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"Handshake - Man and Woman" by Amtec | CC BY-SA 2.0

Tues., January 23, 2018

Getting invited for an interview with a company or university is a big step. Learn how to put your best foot forward so that you will successfully earn the job.

All About Timing

Alarm clock on a book
"Wecker auf einem Buch" by Marco Verch | CC BY 2.0

Tues., January 9, 2018

Successfully finishing your graduate degree is more than just coursework and writing a dissertation or thesis. There are also specific timelines for applying for graduation or submitting the forms along the way. Read on to see if you are on track.

A Semester in Review

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"Balloons" by Stephanie Riddell | CC BY 2.0

Tues., December 12, 2017

As the semester winds down, it's a great time to reflect on the last semester and celebrate your successes and achievements. So we thought we would share some of our achievements from the Office of Graduate Studies and from graduate students across the university.

Beginning the Job Search

job search compass
"Lost in a sea of opportunities" by Sebastien Wiertz | CC BY-NC-SA 2.0

Tues., November 28, 2017

Finding a job after graduation takes time and planning. Whether you are planning on a career in academia or not, read on to learn about some possibilities and how to prepare.

Understanding and Avoiding Plagiarism

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"copy paste" by Esther Vargas | CC BY-NC-SA 2.0

Tues., November 14, 2017

A key part of behaving ethically and responsibly is ensuring that you cite and reference when you use the work of others in your own work. Learn more about what plagiarism is and how to avoid it. The UNL Libraries provide resources to help.

Preparing to Graduate

diploma and graduation cap
"Graduation & Safe Driving" by State Farm | CC BY 2.0

Tues., October 31, 2017

Finishing your graduate degree can be a busy time. Check the requirements for your degree and review the necessary paperwork to make sure that everything is in order well before the end of the semester.

Thesis and Dissertation Defenses

defense walls
"Óbidos Castle Walls" by Felipe | CC BY-NC-SA 2.0

Tues., October 17, 2017

A thesis or dissertation defense can be intimidating, but careful preparation will help you successfully pass your defense.

Preparing for Comprehensive Exams

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"Studying" by That_Bee | CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

Tues., October 3, 2017

Many graduate programs may require a comprehensive exam (also known as "comps"). Successfully passing your comps requires preparation and hard work.