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This is a self-paced Canvas course designed by the Center for Teaching and Learning to guide you through the fundamentals of learner-centered course design.

From the Chronicle of Higher Education, this article is a useful read for those entering graduate school and a great reminder for those already in the thick of their programs. It covers 10 tips to help graduate students set themselves up for success, some more obvious (time management skills) and some less so (don't waste your time competing). For further advice like this, consider these similar additional articles on how to make your PhD easier.

This comprehensive Writer's Toolkit from the American Association of Medical Colleges is designed to assist in the process of scientific writing and publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The Toolkit explains how to plan a scholarly project and conduct a literature search. It also addresses the basics of publication in a peer-reviewed journal, including choosing the appropriate target journal, establishing a timetable, writing for scientific audiences, and submitting the manuscript.  While primarily focused on those working in medical and biosciences field, the general guidance is useful for anyone doing scientific writing.

From the UC Berkeley Career Center, this set of resources aims to provide PhD students with an understanding of the academic job search process from the side of employers. The resources compiled here offer a clear picture of the entire hiring process, from the initial job announcement to negotiating an offer. Peruse this website before beginning your academic job search!

Being a graduate student requires sophisticated and often non-intuitive academic skills. The Center for Teaching and Learning offers several resources geared specifically towards graduate students interested in boosting their academic skills, including individual coaching. Check out this website to learn more about creating structure and balance in your academic and personal life and to maximize your time at Stanford. 

Many of the resources Stanford offers are restricted to the Stanford network. To access electronic resources from Stanford Libraries while off campus or not using the Stanford network, follow this guide.

The ACLS Leading Edge Fellowships program places recent PhDs from the humanities and related social sciences in two-year staff positions at partnering organizations in government and the nonprofit sector, with the goal of demonstrating that doctoral-level study of the humanities have wide application within and beyond the academy. Fellows participate in the substantive work of these organizations and receive professional mentoring. Applications are due in the spring.

Want a quick overview of effective public speaking? This one-page PDF from the Oral Communication Program summarizes effective public speaking techniques. Get started by identifying your A.G.E. (Audience, Goal and Environment) and learn the anatomy of a good speech. Also listed are different ways to enhance your speaking style. A quick, useful reference for various public speaking scenarios.

Use this worksheet from VPGE to structure a yearly progress discussion with your faculty advisor. It is meant to help you review your past year's accomplishments, discuss long and short term plans, and develop a strategy for making your goals a reality. 

Stay up to date with arts related events and opportunities at Stanford through this weekly student-focused digest. Through this newsletter from Stanford Arts, you will hear about events and activities, as well as grants, fellowships, and internships. 

From Career Connect at the Stanford Alumni Association, this video provides information on key aspects of developing your career. Career coach and Stanford alum Rainbow Chen ('96, '97) answers questions from Stanford alumni on everything from writing the perfect resume to reinventing your career. Watch this engaging hour-long video for some excellent career pointers! 

Everyone needs to think about personal branding, whether you know it or not. The question is, are you managing it and constantly keeping yourself relevant? This video from the Stanford Alumni Association covers some of the basics of personal branding, including social media, and also takes a deep dive into the key questions everyone needs to answer during personal brand creation, including asking yourself what you really want, and what you can offer. Especially relevant for those about to graduate or on the job hunt.

Easily accessible online, in person, and by phone, Stanford University Libraries' reference librarians can answer your general research questions, direct you to relevant resources, and assist you with library tools. For more advanced research questions and discipline-specific guidance, contact a subject librarian specializing in your field. 

Feedback is an important tool for all instructors as they continually improve the effectiveness of their teaching. The Center for Teaching and Learning provides several services to instructors to gather meaningful feedback on courses. Both during the term and afterwards, the CTL will help you gather, interpret, and respond to various forms of feedback and evaluation. 

As a graduate student, you may be the first person to recognize when a peer, or a student in a course you are teaching, needs help. This website, provided by CAPS, gives a list of resources to help you find support for classmates and students who struggle with a variety of issues including sexual assault, eating disorders, depression, and many more.

The Washington, DC-based Association for Women in Science (AWIS), the largest multi-disciplinary organization for women in STEM, provides undergraduate and graduate students with professional development and leadership opportunities. As a member of AWIS, you will have access to a variety of programs and services, including an electronic version of AWIS Magazine, access to Washington Wire (a bi-weekly e-newsletter providing a digest of “hot-topic” articles), exposure to a variety of career opportunities through the AWIS Career Center, and opportunities for leadership and talent development training through live and on-demand webinars. As a Stanford student, you can access a free membership! Members of all gender identities welcome. Follow the directions below.

 

Directions for students to activate new memberships:

  • Go to the member portal at https://awis.memberclicks.net/login.
  • Enter your email address and create a password.
  • Choose “Institutional Partner” as the membership type.
  • Specify which institution you are with.
  • Enter your name and job title.
  • Choose the nearest chapter or affiliate.
  • Choose Next.
  • Scroll down and choose Submit.

Through the Palo Alto AWIS chapter, you have access to monthly meetings with interesting talks, networking events, a well developed mentorship program, and more! 

The OAE selects over 150 student service providers each quarter as exam scribes, visual descriptionists, lab assistants, volunteer notetakers, and more. Create a Student Service Provider Profile, sign up for positions of interest, and wait to get to matched to jobs organized through the OAE! Help fellow students with labs, notetaking, exam scribing, etc. and get paid!

The Bechtel International Center at Stanford supports both the Stanford international student community and U.S. students interested in study and research abroad. Especially helpful for international graduate students and their families and partners, the center offers events that foster community and provide a wide array of resources to students. Check out their events calendar today!

Interested in becoming a leader in campus graduate housing life? Consider applying to become a Community Associate (CA). Working with the Graduate Life Office (GLO), CAs work to foster a sense of community among graduate students living in on-campus housing by planning and coordinating a variety of social, educational, and recreational events throughout the year. CAs are an important part of campus life!

The Graduate Teaching Consultants program is an opportunity for experienced TAs to use their expertise to support other graduate students and promote excellence in teaching. Consultants provide direct support to their peers in the form of consultations, workshops, and course observation. See the CTL website to apply to be a consultant. 

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