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Recent Graduate Postdoctoral Studies News
Blog Series: Becoming a Fulbrighter – Part I Monday, Sep. 14, 2020
"Fulbright: A Matter of Time"
Grad School Tips: connecting with faculty Monday, Sep. 14, 2020
Tips on how to draft a clear and professional email to address a potential advisor as a grad school applicant, by grad student Rosa Guerra Resendez.
Realizing a passion for research through GCURS Friday, Sep. 11, 2020
“The most important thing is how you can contribute to the world and research is my way to do that.”
GCURS smooths the way to grad school Friday, Sep. 11, 2020
How the Gulf Coast Undergraduate Research Symposium made it easier to apply to grad school
Rice to host undergraduate research symposium Friday, Sep. 11, 2020
The Gulf Coast Undergraduate Research Symposium invites applicants from all over the world to participate in the Oct. 31 virtual symposium.
Grad School 101: Tips for TA-ing Virtually Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2020
Read on for some easy-to-implement tips to help your virtual TA experience run more smoothly this semester.
Rice goes GRE-optional for grad programs, will grant fee waivers to graduates of Texas schools Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2020
Rice joins a number of U.S. graduate programs that have temporarily suspended the GRE requirement.
Grad School 101: Learning from (and through) COVID-19 Tuesday, Sep. 1, 2020
Effective strategies for managing your time and your work
Grad School 101: Why grad school? Emily explains. Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020
Emily Elia's journey to grad school - and lessons learned along the way
Grad School 101: Make visiting weekends work for you Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020
Visiting weekends are a great opportunity to get a feel for the culture of a graduate program.
Grad School 101: Get to know Rice's student organizations Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020
Grad students make up about half of Rice’s student body, and our campus is full of organizations and activities aimed at graduate student life!
Grad School 101: Finding Housing in Houston Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020
There are a number of different housing options for graduate students in Houston
Grad School 101: What to expect during year one Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020
Here are some common things you may experience during your first year of graduate school.
Grad School 101: Writing the Personal Statement Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020
Tips to help make your personal statement as strong as possible!
Grad Applications 101: Getting Letters of Rec Wednesday, Jul. 29, 2020
Who should you ask for a letter of recommendation? How do you ask?
Donald wins NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship Wednesday, Jul. 22, 2020
Donald will study honeybees and their impact on pollination networks in New Zealand.
Sophia Andaloro first Rice student to win NNSA SSGF fellowship Tuesday, Jul. 21, 2020
Andaloro is the first Rice University student to the prestigious fellowship.
Grad School 101: How to apply for Academic Fellowships Tuesday, Jul. 21, 2020
A fellowship can provide you the freedom to work on a research area of your choosing.
Grad School 101: New Challenges in the time of COVID Tuesday, Jul. 21, 2020
We’re taking our collective findings and letting them inform our plans for the fall 2020 semester.
Grad School 101: Discover your research interests! Tuesday, Jul. 21, 2020
This article offers some insight on the process of developing your research interests as you navigate grad school.
Grad Applications 101: Give yourself time! Tuesday, Jul. 21, 2020
For many programs at Rice, applications open on or around September 1.
Grad School 101: Finding an adviser Wednesday, Jul. 8, 2020
Finding an adviser that is a good match can have a huge influence on your graduate school experience
Grad School 101: 4 easy ways to prep for your first year of grad school Tuesday, Jun. 30, 2020
To prepare for your first year, it's worth it to focus on the logistical aspect of this new life change.
Six strategies for staying motivated during the COVID-19 pandemic Thursday, May. 21, 2020
Below are some simple tips for staying motivated during this time.
Recent Graduate Postdoctoral Studies News
"Fulbright: A Matter of Time"
Tips on how to draft a clear and professional email to address a potential advisor as a grad school applicant, by grad student Rosa Guerra Resendez.
“The most important thing is how you can contribute to the world and research is my way to do that.”
How the Gulf Coast Undergraduate Research Symposium made it easier to apply to grad school
The Gulf Coast Undergraduate Research Symposium invites applicants from all over the world to participate in the Oct. 31 virtual symposium.
Read on for some easy-to-implement tips to help your virtual TA experience run more smoothly this semester.
Rice joins a number of U.S. graduate programs that have temporarily suspended the GRE requirement.
Effective strategies for managing your time and your work
Emily Elia's journey to grad school - and lessons learned along the way
Visiting weekends are a great opportunity to get a feel for the culture of a graduate program.
Grad students make up about half of Rice’s student body, and our campus is full of organizations and activities aimed at graduate student life!
There are a number of different housing options for graduate students in Houston
Here are some common things you may experience during your first year of graduate school.
Tips to help make your personal statement as strong as possible!
Who should you ask for a letter of recommendation? How do you ask?
Donald will study honeybees and their impact on pollination networks in New Zealand.
Andaloro is the first Rice University student to the prestigious fellowship.
A fellowship can provide you the freedom to work on a research area of your choosing.
We’re taking our collective findings and letting them inform our plans for the fall 2020 semester.
This article offers some insight on the process of developing your research interests as you navigate grad school.
For many programs at Rice, applications open on or around September 1.
Finding an adviser that is a good match can have a huge influence on your graduate school experience
To prepare for your first year, it's worth it to focus on the logistical aspect of this new life change.
Below are some simple tips for staying motivated during this time.