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Do this before you say yes to anything

Posted on November 26, 2019 by Joan E. Strassmann

You just got asked to do something new. It might be to join an on-campus committee, or to talk at a fancy university. It might be a one-off request to review a paper, write a letter of recommendation, or serve … Continue reading →

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Nominate your hero, your mentor, or your colleague for that well-deserved award

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Joan E. Strassmann

Do you sometimes wonder how the people that get prizes are chosen? Can you think of someone who had a big influence on you that should get a prize? Identify the prizes given by your scientific societies and nominate the … Continue reading →

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Letters of recommendation – help me out!!!

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Joan E. Strassmann

You think we’ve worked well together, but when it comes time to ask for that letter of recommendation, you worry. Couldn’t I have done more? What does she really think of me? What about that time I skipped class, or … Continue reading →

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