One question I hear frequently from folks who are considering grad school: “How do I get research experience for a PhD?” “Well,” I reply, “it depends on what you mean by “research experience”.” Do you mean “How do I get…
Corwin Olson
Statistical Estimation Engineer, Author
Category: Graduate School
Grad School Funding
For some folks, the biggest concern regarding grad school is money. And it’s a very valid concern: PhDs do cost some money. However, I can confidently say that the AMOUNT of money it takes varies widely depending on the school…
Returning to Grad School Later In Life
I returned to grad school after working in industry after working in industry a few years, and I ended up defending my dissertation when I was 32 – much older than most of my fellow graduates. If you’re thinking about…
More Effective Virtual Meetings
Zoom is the new normal isn’t it? But it’s still tough, even if we’re getting more accustomed to it. How do you have effective virtual meetings that really engage everyone involved?
Listening to Your Advisor
Some grad students will unfortunately experience the following scenario: I fear my PhD advisor thinks I will fail and wants me to quit. Should I change advisors? What if I’m already multiple years into my PhD program? Before you take…
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