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What Makes This So Hard?
Unpacking the Myths
Kristin Raub, a graduate writing consultant pursuing a PhD from the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources at The University of Vermont, talks with the coordinator of the Graduate Writing Center, Nancy Welch, about the myths and unexpected realities that surround graduate writing. They provide valuable tips and resources to those engaged in this work.
A transcript of this podcast is available.
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Learning and Life: Why PhD is Difficult to Complete and Why there are so many ABDs and PhD Dropouts http://syedirfanhyder.blogspot.com/2014/10/why-phd-difficult-to-complete-why-so-many-ABDs.html
SMART Goals: https://www.uvm.edu/sites/default/files/media/SMART_Goals.pdf
Writing from A to B: A Guide to Completing the Dissertation Phase of Doctoral Studies by Dr. Keith Hjortshoj: https://gradschool.cornell.edu/academic-progress/thesis-dissertation/writing-your-thesis-dissertation/
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