jem90
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Hola from Mexico
I’ve decided to do this week’s blog about a research project I’m currently assisting with and to raise awareness of the career-enhancing (and fun) opportunities you can get involved with at Bath outside of your main PhD studies. The project...
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Happy American Thanksgiving Everyone
The fourth Thursday in November means that most Americans will be sitting down to a very large meal with their family and friends. If you have any Americans in your office or department make sure to wish them a happy...
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Changes in your academic development after a year of PhD studies
"So what do you do in your research?" As a PhD student you will definitely have to answer this question, during a conference or even on a night out in the pub. The question might be asked by an expert...
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University campus buildings - avoiding the hill
Having a University campus atop a hill can present a few challenges for the daily commute. With the constant road-user battle, even the committed pedestrian can have a long wait to cross once at the top. Between road works, new...
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Fireworks Night
Hi! Autumn has arrived, the clocks have gone back, and the days are shortening. Although the colder weather and dark evenings can make a PhD feel less enjoyable than usual, autumn brings with it some of my favourite festivals of...
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Looking after yourself
Hi Time is ticking by, the clocks go forward Saturday night/Sunday morning, and our journeys to and from work may mostly occur in dusky light. At this time of year, I'm minded to think about self care - literally looking...
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Milestones in the Doctorate
Hi Above and beyond our research, there are many official milestones we need to make sure we are able to reach during our doctorate. But, sometimes what and when these milestones are is not that clear. But the Doctoral...
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Settling In
Hello! Hopefully you should now be starting to settle in well to your doctoral studies and, for those of you new to Bath, to both the Claverton and city campuses too! However, should you still not quite have found your...
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Starting: your first few weeks
Hi all, Our resident ducks arriving at the beginning of term Welcome again for everyone either newly arrived in Bath or returning! We've got lovely weather and I hope you are enjoying the sunshine as I do. If you...
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Welcome to your doctoral community!
For those of you who are new to the city and University, welcome to Bath! For those returning for another few years of fun – welcome back! You might currently be recalling the first weeks of being a new undergraduate...