| Afternoon Workshops - See times in descriptions |
Topical workshops encouraged: - *Updated 03/02/2020 - watch for further updates
- MONDAY: 1:00 pm 2:00 pm, Room 235 Hesburgh Library:
Keeping a Dissertation Log - Manage your large writing project so it doesn't manage you!
Who: Michelle Marvin, University Writing Center staff
Duration: 45 Minutes
Learning Outcome: In this session, we will discuss strategies for keeping track of daily dissertation activities and outcomes. By using a dissertation log, you will gain awareness of habits and trends in your progress that either contribute to or detract from, your dissertation success. With the dissertation log, you can incorporate both daily goal setting and reflective practices that enhance your writing efficiency and assist in your overall wellbeing.
- TUESDAY, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm - Using the Dissertation Template and Resources for Word
Who: Shari Sweet, Editor, Webmaster, and Publications Manager, the Graduate School
REGISTER: https://gradconnect.nd.edu/register/
Learning Outcome: Shari Hill Sweet will introduce herself and her role in the dissertation writing and publication process. Shari will stay beyond the overview to answer individual questions and consultations for not more than one hour. If you've hesitated using the template from the beginning, or find it to be difficult to use and apply, this is an opportunity for you to ask questions and get on the spot help.
Shari offers periodic training workshops on using the dissertation format guide. Check the Graduate School Professional Development Workshop Calendar for more dates and information, or arrange a small group of your own and coordinate a private workshop with Shari.
- WEDNESDAY, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm - Goal Setting for Graduate Students
WHO: Mara Trionfero Lucas, Assistant Director for Assessment and Education, McDonald Center for Student Well-being
Duration: 45 minutes
Learning Outcome: TBA
- Thursday: Stress Management with Mindfulness
WHO: Jenna Gehl Jones, Assistant Director for Emotional Well-being, McDonald Center for Student Well-being
Duration: 45 minutes
Learning Outcome: Managing stress and caring for ourselves is integral to overall success and productivity. Using mindfulness practices as a foundation for stress management, this session will allow participants to learn about and practice skills designed to relieve stress, calm your body, and quiet your mind. The skills learned in this session are easy to integrate into already-packed schedules, and designed for maximum impact.
- Friday: 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm Copyright Considerations Related To Your Dissertation - Dissertation Camp participants only
Who: Monica Moore
Duration: 45 minutes
Learning Outcome: In this session, we'll discuss the copyright issues that arise when you are writing your dissertation, including the use of third-party content, reuse of your work, and the publishing options available to you through ProQuest.
Monica will reference and provide content from these two sources:
https://scholar.lib.vt.edu/copyright/pdf/copyright_dissthesis_ownership.pdf
https://www.proquest.com/products-services/dissertations/ProQuest-Dissertations-FAQ.html#publish
- Fresh air break - Take some time to go outside and get naturally refreshed for the afternoon, ESPECIALLY if you're not taking advantage of the workshops.
- Monday–Friday 1:30–4:00 pm: Drop-In DIY Mindfulness Breaks in the Viz Lab (Rm. 249) -
Sit quietly, stretch, or meditate in a dark, peaceful room. Nature scenes and soundscapes will be playing quietly in the background. Yoga mats provided or BYO. Drop-in and out as you see fit. Please note that the space will not be staffed. CONTACT: Julie Vecchio, Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship or Mandy Havert if you have any questions for room use.
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