It can be daunting to weigh the options of applying to a PhD program senior year of undergrad vs. working in a lab tech of post-bacc position after your undergraduate career before potentially pursuing a PhD. In this episode, we discuss our own experiences of getting a lab tech or post-bacc position and our paths to a PhD during this time. Featuring Project SHORT mentor Sophia Holmqvist, a clinical psychology PhD student and special guest, Tatum Bernat, an ecology PhD student.

Dr. Sofia Georgiadou and a panel of 7 accomplished PhD students discuss the topic “On Doing a Master's before a PhD.” If you’re aspiring to pursue graduate education in health and medical fields, this is a must-listen for valuable insights. Featuring Project SHORT mentors Hillary Hecht, Taylor Miller-Ensminger, Spatika Jayaram, Clara Stein, Lydia Rader. Emily Feldman, and Maria Diaz.

SHORT Talks is back with new hosts and new episodes every month! We’re approaching the start of graduate school applications, and an important part of an application are the recommendation letters. Tune in this month as Charu Sivakumar discusses the best ways to get a strong letter.

From moving to a new city to connecting with your cohort, there's a lot to think about as you prepare to start your PhD. This episode we reflect on our own experiences as incoming first years and offer advice for the upcoming semester. Featuring Project SHORT mentors Natasha Tonge, PhD and Christine Faunce. Best of luck to all new PhD students! 

After putting so much time and energy into PhD applications, getting rejected can be really disappointing. But don't worry, you're not alone! This month we're discussing our own experiences with applying a second time, and advice for next steps.  Featuring Project SHORT mentor Erica Szkody, PhD.

We're approaching the end of another application cycle! If you have one or more offers you're considering, 1) congrats!! and 2) check out this episode, where we're discussing factors to consider as you make your final decision. Featuring Project SHORT mentors Samantha Soto and Chloe Lau, PhD. 

PhD applications are becoming more and more competitive, so knowing how to prepare is extremely important. This episode, we're reflecting on what early steps you can take to strengthen your CV and application. Featuring Project SHORT mentors Steven Zhou and Esther Park.

Earning an interview invite is a great achievement, but it can be stressful not knowing what to expect or how to prepare. This month, we're discussing our experiences and advice for grad school interviews. Best of luck to all interviewees this cycle! Featuring Project SHORT mentors Elayne Zhou and Nate Laughner. 

After submitting your applications, what's there to do while you wait to hear back? Well you can start by listening to the latest episode of SHORT Talks! This month we're talking about how to take your mind off interviews/admissions and manage stress during the application process. Featuring Project SHORT mentors Rachel Rivera and Ann Folker.

SHORT Talks has listeners from over a dozen countries around the world! In this episode, current PhD students, Glancis Luzeena Raja and Ananya Dash, share their experiences applying internationally and moving to the US for grad school.