Having a successful career as a doctoral student while simultaneously being a dedicated family guy is not impossible. You will be able to attain your academic objectives and meet your duties as a parent and a spouse if you put these techniques into practice.
PhD students often face loneliness during their journey, and it’s important to have a support system. In this article, Alicia Wickert shares her advice on how to find your team, including reaching out to family, joining a community at university, and connecting with other students in your department.
From dancer to writer. Old dog, new tricks. An unconventional path into academia.
Dr Chris Thompson offers six ways to prepare for a PhD. Alongside finding rest, students should reach out to current PhD students or experienced academics to absorb their wisdom, research their new surroundings, and connect with future colleagues to create a network before starting.
