Decoding the Grad School Roadmap

After the first two weeks of the semester, hopefully the long weekend gave you a little time to breathe. Whether you feel pretty good about how it’s going, feel a little overwhelmed by the pace and volume, or are just curious about what faculty truly expect of you in graduate seminars, remember you don't have to navigate graduate school by trial and error. There are ways to understand and succeed, and support is available to help you along the way.

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, September 10, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM for the kickoff of our Decoding Graduate School series: Session 1: Decoding the Hidden Curriculum & First-Year Survival Guide.

Event Details:

• When: Thursday, September 10 | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

• Where: UC 115 (In Person) or online via WebEx

• Format: Hybrid (attend in person or virtually from anywhere!)

Why You Should Take 90 Minutes for This:

• Shift Your Mindset: Learn to transition from consuming undergraduate knowledge to engaging in graduate-level critique and creation. 

• Master Your Time: Overcome endless to-do lists by applying project management strategies and backward planning techniques. 

• Build Your Semester Roadmap: Use a practical exercise called "Semester on a Page" to organize deadlines, research objectives, and personal well-being. 

• Navigate Campus Resources: Gain clear guidance on funding options, important administrative contacts, and vital UMBC support networks.

Grad school is a marathon, not a sprint. Grab a coffee, bring your questions, and let’s demystify the system together.

[Link: Register or Join WebEx Here]