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House Bill Tackles Grad School Mentorship Problems
Representative Jennifer McClellan’s (VA-04) office has released legislation targeted at improving mentorship in graduate education. The bill, titled the Improving Mentorship in STEM Higher Education Act, authorizes $5 million of NSF grants to efforts that improve mentorship practices in graduate education. Areas of focus include investing in research into best mentorship practices for graduate education…
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Dear Future PhD Student
Going to grad school to get a PhD? We’ve been there, and there are things that we wish we had known back when we were right where you are now. Right at the beginning, when you make the decision to go and where to go, you have a whole risk management project you need to…
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How to Convince Policymakers to Care (Hint: Data Isn’t Enough)
Academics often make a big mistake when they begin to work in policy: they think that data changes minds. Don’t get me wrong; data plays a critical role in change-making. If the data doesn’t support your case, not only will you be limited in how many minds you can change, but you’re putting your reputation…
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The FAARM Guide to Conducting Successful Congressional Office Meetings
Advocacy plays a crucial role in shaping legislation affects the conditions for graduate and professional students across the nation. One effective way to influence change is by meeting with congressional offices. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essential steps to conduct successful congressional office meetings. Step 0: Wait, why should my organization do…
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8 Key Steps for Broadcasting Your Graduate Student Government’s Position on FAARM (or anything else!)
When your graduate student government takes a stand on proposed new policies, regulations, or legislation in Congress, effectively communicating your position is crucial to garner support, influence decision-makers, and create positive change. To ensure your message reaches your constituents, news media, members of Congress, and other stakeholders, follow these essential steps.