Monthly Archives: January 2010

Should you do a PhD?

Posted on January 22, 2010 by Jo VanEvery

There has been a lot of public debate about graduate studies, particularly in the humanities, lately. Unsurprisingly, this is causing some anxiety for people either doing or contemplating grad school. Here are a few things to think about when making … Continue reading →

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Why start thinking about SSHRC grants now?

Posted on January 16, 2010 by Jo VanEvery

As you know, I help people with their grant proposals. I’m really really busy in August and September. Last year, one of the researchers I helped sent this feedback. While the bulk of your feedback was helpful and constructive … … Continue reading →

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Planning when you have no goals

Posted on January 12, 2010 by Jo VanEvery

As so often happens, reading someone’s blog inspired me to write about something. Keri, the Dandelion Diva, is on sabbatical. And on her first day, she writes I am already in a bit of a panic about not get everything … Continue reading →

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Contemplating thinking about maybe applying to SSHRC?

Posted on January 10, 2010 by Jo VanEvery

I know. The deadline for Standard Research Grants isn’t until the middle of October. And it’s only January. But January might be a good time to take the first tiny baby step towards getting ready for the possibility that you … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on January 6, 2010 by Jo VanEvery

I hope you had a relaxing break with at least some good food, trashy TV/movies/novels, good company or whatever restores you. It seems like everyone had some interesting weather. We had freezing rain on Boxing Day, and I keep seeing … Continue reading →

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