Tag: graduate school

8 Reasons Getting Your Graduate Degree Now Makes Sense-Even in an Uncertain Economy 

  • Publication date July 31, 2025
  • Categories: Grad School
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The news cycle can feel nonstop, filled with challenging headlines, shifting economic forecasts, and ongoing uncertainty. In STEM fields, recent layoffs and questions about how AI will shape the job market have added to the sense of unpredictability. Still, amidst these changes, there are also new opportunities emerging for those ready to adapt and lead. …Continue Reading 8 Reasons Getting Your Graduate Degree Now Makes Sense-Even in an Uncertain Economy 

How STEM Grad Students Can Build a Strong Professional Network

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STEM fields are more competitive than ever, and even the most qualified grad students can miss out on opportunities without a strong professional network. Oftentimes, students in science fields assume that their research and grades will speak for themselves. However, a lack of effort in building your network as a grad student can lead to…Continue Reading How STEM Grad Students Can Build a Strong Professional Network

Karen Bonilla- Finding Purpose and Persistence Through Data Science 

Karen Bonilla’s journey to the Data Science PhD program at WPI began six years before she officially enrolled. As one of ten students in WPI’s Data Science Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program, she spent that summer analyzing participant data from a data visualization literacy experiment led by Professor Lane Harrison.  “I very much liked…Continue Reading Karen Bonilla- Finding Purpose and Persistence Through Data Science 

How-to Guide: Writing at a Graduate Level

Graduate school brings a lot of new challenges, and writing is often one of the biggest! Whether you are writing a research paper, reflective essay, or literary review, you might be at a loss for how to begin. Grad school has higher expectations for clarity, depth, and critical thinking than undergrad. The good news is…Continue Reading How-to Guide: Writing at a Graduate Level

Faculty Fireside: Systems Engineering with Dr. Don Gelosh

Welcome to the first in our new series, Faculty Fireside, where we will feature one of our experienced faculty and their program of study. Today we feature Don Gelosh, PhD, ESEP-Acq, a seasoned professor and Director of the Systems Engineering program here at WPI.  After 26 years in the U.S. Air Force, Dr. Gelosh made the…Continue Reading Faculty Fireside: Systems Engineering with Dr. Don Gelosh

Why More Students Are Taking the Fast Track to a Master’s 

  • Publication date April 11, 2025
  • Categories: Grad School

4+1, BS/MS, accelerated master’s—whatever the name might be, these programs are designed for students to continue at their university after undergrad to earn a master’s degree. In the past, students were often encouraged to jump straight into the workforce after earning their undergraduate degree, with the idea of pursuing a master’s sometime down the line….Continue Reading Why More Students Are Taking the Fast Track to a Master’s 

Racheal Asaolu: Science, Equity, and Mentorship in STEM 

For Racheal Asaolu, science isn’t just about discovery—it’s about impact. Whether through groundbreaking research on neurodegenerative diseases, or her dedication to fostering diversity in STEM, she is committed to making a difference. Her path to pursuing a PhD in Biology and Biotechnology at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is rooted in a lifelong drive to make…Continue Reading Racheal Asaolu: Science, Equity, and Mentorship in STEM 

Exploring Funding Options for Graduate School: Scholarships, Loans, and More

One of the most common questions any graduate admissions office hears is, “How do I fund my graduate education?” On top of choosing a school that fits their academic and professional goals, cost is one of the most significant concerns grad students have. Luckily, graduate school applicants have several funding options available to them.  …Continue Reading Exploring Funding Options for Graduate School: Scholarships, Loans, and More

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