Doctoral Program Alum Series Featuring Svetlana Gelpi, ‘21 PhD in Computational Chemistry
For Dr. Svetlana Gelpi, a PhD is not just about becoming an expert, but learning how to manage complexity, endure discomfort, seek help, and grow into the person …
Fostering Connections Through Belonging Blueprint: Linda Graves’ Student Success Story
As students, faculty, and community members moved between project displays at the 2026 UConn Hartford micro-internship showcase, Linda Graves‘27 (SSW) presented her project, titled Belonging Blueptrint, culminating weeks of work with faculty and community …
Research careers can be a strong option for doctoral students across disciplines who want to continue refining or leveraging their research training and skills beyond faculty roles. Panelists from the Expand Your Career Options event series (Spring 2026) shared valuable perspectives on pursuing research roles in different sectors.
By Damiao Zoe Xu
Damiao Zoe XuGraduate Assistant, Graduate Student and Postdoc Career Programs and Services (She/Her/Hers)