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A female hand holding a large bright light bulb and a male hand holding a dollar sign made of paper money.
A female hand holding a large bright light bulb and a male hand holding a dollar sign made of paper money.

A Joyful Career Option for Scholars

April 1, 2024

Foundation program officers offer insights on everything from where disciplines are going to how to fit a narrative to a grant opportunity, writes Victoria McGovern.

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Illustration of woman sitting hovering above desk looking distracted by numerous items including a phone and a clock floating above

What Happens When You Think Too Much?

November 20, 2023

How can you learn to settle down your runaway thoughts, Victoria McGovern asks, so you can focus on doing work you need to complete your graduate degree?

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Man lying in bed peacefully sleeping late at night; clock on side table reads 1:50 a.m.

In Praise of Napping

September 11, 2023

Even people who try to live a healthy life during grad school often sacrifice sleep to make room for all that needs doing, says Victoria McGovern. What can we do about it?

Illustration of female professional standing in a large maze
Illustration of female professional standing in a large maze

Way Finding

April 3, 2023

When you look back over your entire career and life, Victoria McGovern asks, who said or did something that helped guide you?