Starting grad school is an exciting step in your educational journey! Before you jump into learning, there are many items you may need to purchase or tasks you need to do beforehand. In this blog, we have compiled a convenient list of what you need to do or buy to succeed. *International Students: Please be…Continue Reading New Graduate Student Checklist
Attending conferences as a grad student can be a fantastic networking tool. While learning about new trends in your field, you can bump shoulders with others in the industry. Networking can be a great way to ask questions, make connections, and help you score opportunities down the line! In this blog, we will cover why…Continue Reading Mastering Conferences and Networking: a Grad Student Guide
So, you’ve just graduated … now what? Getting into the workforce, whether you’re interviewing for your first job or your third promotion, can be very nerve-wracking. You may be very anxious to interview, and that feeling is completely normal. This blog will help calm those pre-interview jitters with helpful tips and tricks from Worcester Polytechnic…Continue Reading Interviewing After Grad School
According to statista.com, nearly half a million international students studied at the graduate level in the United States in the 2022-2023 school year. This goes as no surprise to all of us in Grad Studies at WPI—more than a third of our full-time grad school population is comprised of international students! And thanks to a…Continue Reading International Affairs: Coping with Culture Shock
Productivity can be difficult to measure and achieve without a little help. Students and working professions working in the STEM industry need to look no further than their mobile devices and computers to increase efficiency. Productivity apps for students are abundant because productivity is a constant demand, no matter the industry or profession. Searching app stores…Continue Reading 5 Productivity Apps for Students & Working Professionals in STEM
Michael Elmes, WPI Professor of Organizational Studies Although virtual teaming has long been a feature of remote learning, the pandemic made online collaboration a reality for most higher ed students — as well as those in the workforce. In 2020, two-thirds of college students exclusively attended virtual classes, and the trend of online learning seems…Continue Reading Getting the Most from Virtual Teams
Do you want to build advanced computing expertise? You will need to understand the fundamental data structures and algorithms of computer science. Data structures and algorithms are essential in all areas of computing, from operating systems and networking to programming languages. Use this blog to explore five types used by today’s computer science professionals. 1….Continue Reading 5 Types of Data Structures and Algorithms Computer Scientists Must Know
Picture it: you’re finally ready to earn your master’s degree. You’ve been out of the classroom for a few years, maybe more. (Maybe a lot more.) As you’re gathering all the documents you need for the application, you see your undergraduate grade point average (GPA). Your heart sinks. You wonder: can I even get into a competitive program…Continue Reading Build An A+ Grad School Application
Between the first time you say “I’m thinking about going to grad school” and your first actual grad class, there are a few decisions to make—and a few procedural hurdles to clear. As with any new task, there is a learning curve. Unfortunately, applying to graduate school is something few people do often enough to…Continue Reading How to Apply For Graduate School: A Step-by-Step Guide
By Caitlin Keller Juggling work, school, and other commitments can make you feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day. Luckily, a solid, realistic study plan can free up space in your mind–and your schedule–and help you stay on target in school and life. Here are some simple tips for a great study plan that works for…Continue Reading Grad School Hacks: How to Make a Study Plan