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Title: Dissertation Symposium


1
Dissertation Symposium
  • Anisa M. Zvonkovic, Ph.D.
  • Professor Chair,
  • Department of Human Development Family Studies

2
My Focus
  • Obstacles can be unapparent
  • before this very large project.
  • One specific problem and a remedy.
  • Students working on dissertations can experience
    intense problems managing their multiple roles.
  • Work Family research can be informative.

3
Nuts Bolts of Literature Reviews
4
Advantages of Matrix Notes
  • Easy sorting and classifying
  • Allows relevant key information to be visible
  • EndNote Other software can also be useful
  • Plaigiarism prevention

5
Work and Family Research
  • Multiple roles graduate students manage
  • Focused time and attention in writing
  • Meanwhile at home
  • Household work
  • Child care
  • Spouse or
  • intimate partner
  • Money

6
Dissertation Work Multiple Roles
Principle of Equifinality Decide what works for
you
  • Set aside regular times each day
  • Do writing retreats
  • Schedule down time family work time
  • Realize you are setting a pattern for your work
    post-degree

7
Research on Academic Life Personal Life
  • TLTC conference March 6, 1-2 pm, Merket Alumni
    Center, Dr. Diane Halpern The Pushme-Pullme
    Pressure of Combining Academic Careers with
    Family Responsibilities
  • Cathy Richards Solomon dissertation Sacrificing
    Parenthood
  • on the Altar of Tenure

8
It is possible to be equally dedicated to
personal life and to career
  • Graduate Academic jobs have flexibility.
  • Attitudes about family life (intimate
    partnerships parenting) influence how
    dissertation work will unfold.
  • In scholarly work
  • for the long haul.
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