Summer Predoctoral Programs seek to address three major areas that are important to graduate student success:
Academic
Summer Predoctoral Institute
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Three to four credit hours of graduate coursework through independent study
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"Culture of Graduate School" and "Sustainability" seminars
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Technical research development
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Oral presentation skills development
Social
Summer Predoctoral Institute and Summer Emerging PhD Program
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Opportunities for networking with campus administrators, faculty, and students from across campus
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Social activities with current graduate students
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Early socialization into your department
Cultural/Environmental
Summer Predoctoral Institute and Summer Emerging PhD Program
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Introduction to community programs, services, and activities that meet specific cultural needs and demands
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Organized visits to cultural and research centers on campus
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Library orientation and tour
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Introduction to campus support networks and faculty mentoring