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More than half of new doctorates enter into nonacademic careers, which academics often often refer to as "Plan B." Unfortunately most graduate programs are slow to recognize this reality. InsideHigherEd's Felicia B. LeClere links to recent dialogues in various publications that explore the reality of including some discussion of, and preparation for, nonacademic careers. As she explains, the "skil...

Students vary in how they end a course. I've seen some dump their notebooks in the trash as they leave the examination room (Really!!). Others save their notes and textbooks. Many students sell their books. Everyone experiences a course in their own way. Students vary in what they learn and ultimately take away from a class. Before you file you notes away, throw out your notes and papers, and/or...

After jumping through the application hoops, taking standardized exams, writing admissions essays, and requesting letters of recommendation, receiving a rejection letter can be devastating. Your first urge may be to wallow in misery. Allow yourself a little bit of time to feel sorry for yourself, then move on. Be productive and approach rejection constructively by consider the various reasons wh...