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The First-Year Law School Curriculum

In: Graduate Schools

By: Judith Faucette

Many a first-year law student looks at her schedule and asks, "what the heck is a tort?" This guide explains the subjects that 1Ls will be studying and how to do well. more...

Applying to MFA Programs

In: Graduate Schools

By: Anne Valente

Applying to graduate programs in writing can be stressful, but keeping materials organized will ensure that well-prepared applications are submitted by the deadline. more...

Choosing An MFA Program

In: Graduate Schools

By: Anne Valente

In selecting a graduate program in creative writing, prospective MFA students must determine their priorities and diversify their applications. more...

Female Professors Face Inequity

In: American Universities

By: Mary Coussons-Read

Female professors know full well that inequity is alive and well in the modern university. The good news? More women in senior positions are paving the path to change. more...

Telephone Interviews for University Positions

In: Universities (general)

By: Susan Morris

Telephone interviews are the trial run for candidates on a long list. Seven tips for getting a face-to-face meeting with the university interview panel follow. more...

Questions in Lectureship Interview

In: Universities (general)

By: Susan Morris

Preparation towards the interview for a UK University lectureship should include questions about research. Here are some sample questions from academic interview panels. more...

UK Lectureship Interview Questions

In: Universities (general)

By: Susan Morris

Securing a desirable UK university lectureship can be difficult. Here are some sample questions from academic interview panels about teaching and a lecturer's role. more...

Guide To Writing A Master's Thesis

In: Graduate Schools

By: Jessica Gleason

Thesis writing can be one of the most overwhelming educational experiences and with no one to guide the way, many students become stressed and may give up all together. more...

Is The Creativity of Students Being Stifled?

In: Universities (general)

By: Jessica Gleason

How is the merit of writing programs measured and why is creative writing limited to those majoring in the subject? Shouldn't creativity be encouraged in all students? more...

Teaching Assistant Interviews

In: Universities (general)

By: Susan Morris

Well done on making the short-list for a teaching assistantship at university. Get that job by being prepared for stock academic interview questions. more...

Graduate Scholarship Interviews

In: Graduate Schools

By: Susan Morris

Congratulations on getting short-listed for a scholarship for postgraduate study at university. Now prepare, prepare, prepare for stock academic interview questions. more...

University of Oregon School of Law

In: Graduate Schools

By: Aurae Beidler

The University of Oregon School of Law offers the opportunity to complete a JD while studying at an advanced digital technology law center and join student organizations. more...

How to Pay for Graduate School

In: Graduate Schools

By: Christy Mroczek

Going to graduate school does not mean you'll have to take out more college loans. Most colleges and universities offer financial assistance through assistantships. more...

Writing a Dissertation or Thesis

In: Graduate Schools

By: Naomi Rockler-Gladen

Yes, students complete dissertations and master's theses without years worth of suffering. You can too. Here are some survival tips to make your writing easier. more...

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