How I Decided to Leave Science Behind (For Now, At Least) — Rooted in STEM

In college, I put school first. Nothing came before homework or studying for exams, and of the list of things that I focused on once a midterm was over, self care was the last on the list.

What to Know About the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF’s...

The National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF’s GRFP) is a highly competitive fellowship for graduate students.

Teaching While in Grad School – How Much is Too Much? — Rooted in STEM

To stay partially sane with added teaching responsibilities, make sure to ask yourself the critical question of just how much you should take on.

Interviewing for Grad School — Rooted in STEM

These grad school interviews are right around the corner, and I want to share some tips that helped me prepare for them.

Non-parametric lessons: Learning between the lines of a STEM degree — Rooted in STEM

… I feel strongly that science has built my character and given me much of the resilience and problem-solving abilities that help me succeed outside of school in my personal and professional life.

What you could expect during an off-topic qualifying exam — Rooted in STEM

You might have heard of the ‘qualifying exams’ that graduate students need to take. You might be curious to learn more, or perhaps you’ve even taken the qualifying exam at your university…

Green New Deal Analysis – the Interconnectedness of Climate and Environmental Justice — Rooted in...

The Green New Deal (GND) proposals are one of the principal globally-recognized actions addressing climate change and social justice, that call upon public policies to achieve each step.

Events — Rooted in STEM