Wrapping Up the Year: Reflections and Celebrations for Graduate Students
Release Date: 12/23/2024
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info_outlineAs we approach the holiday season, it's time to reflect on your journey through the past year and look forward to new beginnings. Here's some advice for you during this special time.
Reflect on Your Accomplishments
It's easy to get caught up in the busyness of graduate school, but the holiday season offers a perfect pause. It is important to celebrate your progress, regardless of how small it may seem. Reflecting on your achievements is not just a pat on the back but a motivational exercise that reinforces your resilience and determination.
Recharge for the New Year
Graduate school can be both exhilarating and exhausting. The winter break is an excellent opportunity to rest and rejuvenate. We encourage you to take this time seriously, not only for self-care but also to reconnect with loved ones. Whether it's a peaceful retreat or festive gatherings, these moments are essential for mental and emotional well-being.
Setting Goals with Determination
As we bid farewell to one year and welcome another, goal-setting becomes crucial. Remember that being a graduate student is synonymous with rising to challenges. Therefore, as you jot down your aspirations for the new year, let them be guided by the same determination that has brought you this far.
University of Michigan-Flint: Your Partner in Success
For those considering further education, the University of Michigan-Flint offers a variety of master's and doctorate programs designed to meet diverse needs. Whether you seek in-person or online learning, explore the options available at umflint.edu/graduateprograms.
A Heartfelt Thank You
Tank you for being a part of this journey. As the Victors in Grad School podcast takes a brief hiatus, he assures you that they will return in January to continue inspiring and guiding you through your graduate studies.
Warm wishes for a joyful holiday season and a prosperous new year! For any inquiries, don’t hesitate to reach out at [email protected]. Your path to success is just beginning.
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Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:00:01]:
Welcome to the victors in grad school, where we have conversations with students, alumni, and experts about what it takes to find success in graduate school.
Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:00:11]:
Hello, and welcome to the victors in I'm your host, Doctor. Christopher Lewis, director of graduate programs at the University of Michigan Flint. And as always, I'm here to support and inspire you on your journey through graduate school. Today, I just wanted to take a few moments to connect with you as we wrap up the year and head into the holiday season. Whatever you're doing as you're preparing for the end of the year, this is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and recharge. Here at the University of Michigan Flint, our campus will be closing for a well deserved winter break, and we will be taking a short break from the podcast as well. Victor's in Grad School will return in January, refreshed and ready to bring you more inspiring stories and practical tips for succeeding in your graduate studies. During this break, I encourage you to take some time for yourself and for your loved ones.
Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:01:05]:
Celebrate the progress that you've made this year because every step forward, no matter how small, is worth celebrating. And if you're setting goals for the new year, remember that as you prepare to be a graduate student, you truly are victors rising to meet challenges with determination and resilience. I wanna thank each of you for being a part of this journey with us. Your dedication to learning, growing, and achieving inspires me. And I'm honored to share this space with you. From all of us here at the University of Michigan Flint and the Victors in Grad School podcast, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a very happy new year. We'll talk to you again in 2025. The University of Michigan Flint has a full array of masters and doctorate programs if you are interested in continuing your education.
Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:01:55]:
Whether you're looking for in person or online learning options, the University of Michigan Flint has programs that will meet your needs. For more information on any of our graduate programs, visit umflint.edu/graduateprograms to find out more. Thanks again for spending time with me as you prepare to be a victor in grad school. I look forward to speaking with you again soon as we embark together on your graduate school journey. If you have any questions or want to reach out, email me at [email protected].