The National GEM Consortium

"Do you?intend?to take on any new students during the academic year?" This inquiry is a polite yet essential way to ascertain if the professor has the financial resources to support graduate students. Given that professors rely on funding for research projects, understanding their capacity to support students is crucial for both parties involved. ? #gradschool?#STEM?#enginnering?#tuition?#college?#studentloandebt #GRANT?#afrotech?#westillseescientificimpact?#advancingscientificimpact #hiddensGEMs?#stemgems

It's a critical decision that will impact your entire academic tenure--and maybe beyond. Frame the interview as a meeting to discuss the professor's research interests to explore potential research groups. Interruptions by students, typically those already working for the professor, may occur, but these can offer insight into how the professor interacts with their team, providing valuable context for your decision-making process. To prepare effectively, review the department's information on faculty research interests and familiarize yourself with the professor's publications and areas of expertise. Prepare a list of pertinent questions to guide the conversation and gain deeper insights into their research direction and expectations. ? #gradschool?#STEM?#enginnering?#tuition?#college?#studentloandebt #GRANT?#afrotech?#westillseescientificimpact?#advancingscientificimpact #hiddensGEMs?#stemgems

Non-faculty departmental staff, including administrative staff, technical personnel, and supply room staff, can also serve as valuable sources of information, resulting from their extensive exposure to professors and their work environments. Those individuals can offer useful perspectives on what it's like to work with a particular professor. They often share insights into professors' work styles, expectations, and overall demeanor, based on their interactions over time. #gradschool?#STEM?#enginnering?#tuition?#college?#studentloandebt?#GRANT?#afrotech?#westillseescientificimpact?#advancingscientificimpact?#hiddensGEMs?#stemgems

Visit student lounges as they are particularly fertile grounds for anecdotal information. Professors typically avoid these areas, allowing students to freely share their opinions and advice about specific professors. Here, you can glean insights into professors' personalities, work styles, and research interests from those who have firsthand experience. #gradschool?#STEM?#enginnering?#tuition?#college?#studentloandebt?#GRANT?#afrotech?#westillseescientificimpact?#advancingscientificimpact?#hiddensGEMs?#stemgems

Time-conscious grad students examine the quality and scope of?professors'?research by reviewing their publication history and participation in scholarly activities, such as invited talks and editorial roles. Publishing in?reputable, peer-reviewed journals indicates the quality of the professor's?work, while involvement in prestigious academic activities signifies?their?standing as?an?expert in the field.?Ultimately, aim to apprentice with a renowned expert in your area of specialization to ensure a rewarding and enriching graduate experience. Remember, it's crucial to select an advisor who will facilitate your growth and development as a scholar. #gradschool?#STEM?#enginnering?#tuition?#college?#studentloandebt #GRANT?#afrotech?#westillseescientificimpact?#advancingscientificimpact #hiddensGEMs?#stemgems

Evaluate the professor's experience and status within the academic community. Assistant professors may bring energy and innovation, while associate professors typically have more established research programs. Full professors, with their tenure and extensive track record, often provide a wealth of experience and expertise. #gradschool?#STEM?#enginnering?#tuition?#college?#studentloandebt #GRANT?#afrotech?#westillseescientificimpact?#advancingscientificimpact #hiddensGEMs?#stemgems

The final day of the conference facilitated actionable insights for advancing scientific impact, as well as an employer fair, the finals of the technical presentation competition, and a GRAD Lab! We hope to see you next year, when we will be in lovely San Diego! And if you haven’t already, don’t forget to complete your application for the prestigious GEM Fellowship ASAP: the deadline is Friday, November 8: https://lnkd.in/ge4u_ukX #stemscholarship #advancingscientificimpact #westillseescientificimpact #GEM #HiddenGEMs #alchemist #stemgems

Day 2 of the Conference was very fun, informative, and empowering, featuring technical presentation competitions, a workshop on catalyzing innovation, a presentation by STEM professionals on entrepreneurial careers, networking events, a mixer and much more! If you haven’t already, don’t forget to complete your application for the prestigious GEM Fellowship ASAP: the deadline is Friday, November 8: https://lnkd.in/ge4u_ukX #stemscholarship #advancingscientificimpact #westillseescientificimpact #GEM #HiddenGEMs #alchemist #stemgems

With the theme of Advancing Scientific Impact, this year’s confab facilitated great opportunities for GEM Consortium members, stakeholders and constituencies to innovate on mission-related objectives, while also offering a conducive platform for impactful discussions on furthering the careers of our nation’s most talented STEM scholars, all of which will yield substantial ROI of Consortium companies and our nation as a whole as the U.S. competes in the global marketplace. Thank you to everyone who made it another successful conference -- and don't forget to complete your application for the prestigious GEM Fellowship ASAP: the deadline is Friday, November 8:?https://lnkd.in/ge4u_ukX #stemscholarship?#advancingscientificimpact?#westillseescientificimpact #GEM?#HiddenGEMs?#alchemist?#stemgems

@theohiostateuniversity is?proud to host the National GEM Consortium's Getting?Ready to Advance Degrees (GRAD) Lab with?HAMMER ERC, and co-hosted by?@northwesternu,?Case Western Reserve University (@cwru), North Carolina A&T, and @universityof.tennessee – Knoxville.?BUT you must register to attend:?https://lnkd.in/g8DpjY54. The GRAD Lab offers students exposure to the benefits of research and technology careers in a highly interactive one-day event. You will also learn about all things STEM grad school has to provide and how to correctly apply for the prestigious?GEM Fellowship, which you can?apply?for here:?https://lnkd.in/ge4u_ukX. The deadline is 11/8, so don't delay! GEM is the premier organization supporting highly qualified students from primarily underrepresented communities pursuing graduate degrees in STEM. GEM's Consortium includes leading corporations, government laboratories, universities, and research institutions. #GEM #GRADLab #3M #fellowships #STEM #engineering #phd #freetuition #advancingscientificimpact #westillseescientisticimpact #hiddengems