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A royal blue bound book with the word "Dissertation" on the cover and spine.
A royal blue bound book with the word "Dissertation" on the cover and spine.

Helping Students Ace the Dissertation Defense

March 20, 2025

Ramon B. Goings suggests strategies for how faculty can set doctoral students up for success in their defense.

A female student meets one-on-one with a male professor. They are seated across the table, and the student can only be seen from behind; the professor is listening intently to what the student is saying and has his hand poised over a notebook.
A female student meets one-on-one with a male professor. They are seated across the table, and the student can only be seen from behind; the professor is listening intently to what the student is saying and has his hand poised over a notebook.

Collaboration Over Control

October 24, 2024

Ramon B. Goings offers two recommendations for reimagining the dissertation chair–student relationship.

Male professor and student sit together at a table working on a paper
Male professor and student sit together at a table working on a paper

Supporting Dissertation Writers Through the Silent Struggle

June 27, 2024

While we want Ph.D. students to be independent, our practices can signal that we’re not available to support them when they need it, writes Ramon B. Goings.

Woman helping a female student with a paper
Woman helping a female student with a paper

I’m Chairing My First Dissertation. What Do I Do?

May 2, 2024

Many faculty members moving into a position that requires guiding doctoral students through the dissertation process have no blueprint, writes Ramon B. Goings.

Older man leans over younger student who is looking at a computer and seems to be giving him advice
Older man leans over younger student who is looking at a computer and seems to be giving him advice

Frustrated With Your Dissertation Chair?

January 30, 2024

Ramon B. Goings offers three fundamental strategies to help strengthen the relationship.