First-generation students are not only celebrated but also part of the very fabric of the Â鶹ҹÊÐ. In a week-long event, spanning from November 6 to November 10, the University joins in the nationwide recognition of National First-Generation College Day on November 8. Dr...
Meet Jami Rush, graduate of the EdD in Educational Leadership program and Associate Director of the Learning Center at the Â鶹ҹÊÐ. The educational leadership graduate degree program is designed for educators who are working full time, and the program’s faculty have a...
It’s hard for most people to explain what being a grad student is really like. While there is actually a movie (and a sequel) based around the lives of PhD students, there are also some other feature films that provide valuable lessons, reminders, and reassurances for those going through the grad...
Earning your doctorate can make you a leader in your field. It’s the pinnacle of academic accomplishments, and earning your PhD puts you in an elite group—less than 2% of Americans have a doctorate. When deciding if a doctorate is right for you, it’s important to know that there are some career...
We’re not going to sugar-coat it. Unlike changing your major as an undergrad, changing graduate programs can be a challenge—and it’s really not encouraged. That said, why spend two or more years of your life pursuing a graduate degree that you’re not passionate about? The whole point of a graduate...
Picking the right PhD program isn’t like choosing between pour-over or latte, paper or plastic, half-and-half or heavy cream. It’s a major investment, a significant period of time, and a major career direction. How do you know you’re picking the right PhD program? Here are a few questions to ask...
Â鶹ҹÊÐ is a great place for graduate studies, not just because of our awesome faculty and world-class facilities, but also because of where we are located. Lafayette is vibrant, buzzing city that has something for everyone. There's a lot to do here, so don't limit yourself to this list—but we...
Will President Biden’s Student Loan Debt Relief plan affect your financial planning as a graduate student? At a recent grad town hall, Dr. Brian Bolton, Professor of Finance, and Dr. Philip de Mahy, Assistant Dean of the Graduate School, discussed key aspects of the student loan forgiveness...
The Graduate School has awarded the 2022 Distinguished Dissertation Award to Alise Chabaud Hagan, Ed.D in Educational Leadership. The award recognizes exceptional work by doctoral students that exemplifies the highest levels of scholarship, research, and writing. Hagan earned her doctorate of...
