Survival Skills for Graduate Students Online Workshops
The Survival Skills for Graduate Students workshop series is offered every fall and spring semester by the Graduate Student Services Department of the Mississippi State University Libraries. Most workshops are now offered online. This page provides access to handouts used during the workshops. Sight and hearing impaired users who need alternative access to recordings or handouts should contact the Dr. Deborah Lee.
Demystifying the Dissertation Process
This workshop provides strategies for starting and finishing a dissertation or thesis. (Files updated January 2021)
A short bibliography of guides to writing the dissertation or thesis. All materials are available in either the MSU Libraries print or online collection. PDF File
From Daniel Boote and Penny Beile, "Scholars Before Researchers: On the Centrality of the Dissertation Literature Review in Research Preparing." Educational Researcher, v. 34, no. 6 (August 2005): 3-15.
Publishing 101: Navigating the Academic Publishing Process
This workshop provides an introduction to the academic publishing process. Topics covered include submission strategies, managing the relationship with editors and reviewers, and publishing best practices. (Files updated January 2021)
Handout to accompany the Publishing 101 workshop. PDF file
Crafting the Winning Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Within higher education, the curriculum vitae is the tool most often used during the job search process and throughout the academic career. This session will discuss strategies for developing a professional curriculum vitae. (Files updated February 2021.)
Curriculum Guide provided by the Provost's Office, Mississippi State University. PDF File.
Research Ethics & the Graduate Student
This workshop discusses aspects of the responsible conduct of research and the MSU Honor Code.
Job Hunting in Academe: Landing on the Tenure Track
The job hunting process in academia can be confusing. This session will discuss the application process for a tenure track position in higher education. Topics include the application packet and preparation for the on-site visit.
Avoiding Plagiarism: Tips and Strategies for Graduate Students
This workshop will define and discuss plagiarism. The session will include strategies and research best practices for avoiding plagiarism in your scholarly writing. (Files updated September 2017)
Before You Sign: Understanding Your Rights as an Author
What rights do you have as an author? Can you post your research online for others to read? This workshop will address common concepts and issues related to author's contracts.
Writing the Research Statement
This workshop will provide strategies and templates for crafting the research statement as part of an application packet for an academic position.
Writing the Teaching Statement
This workshop will provide strategies for crafting the teaching philosophy statement as part of an application packet for an academic position.
Grants for Grads: Searching for Grant Dollars
Co-sponsored by the Office of Research and Economic Development. This workshop focuses on searching for funding opportunities for research and scholarly activities.
Money 101 for Grad Students: Managing Your Money and Your Debt
Learn successful strategies for managing your budget and long term debt.
