Generally a list of literature references in connection with each topic will be provided. All new full-time students are required to attend these seminars. Each full-time thesis student must submit, by a specified time during the fall semester, a ranked list of potential advisors, and, if desired, a statement of the student's interests. After due consideration, the Graduate Group Committee publishes a list of assignments. The Department's weekly seminars, featuring topics of ongoing research projects presented by invited guest speakers, are held every Monday afternoon.
Refreshments are available for students and faculty immediately preceding the seminar.
All full-time graduate students will be assigned desk space for their own use. Each student's desk will eventually be located in a laboratory or office associated with his or her advisor. Additional keys to laboratories and offices can be obtained from the academic office, room 311A Towne. Research equipment is generally designed by the students with the advice and approval of their research advisors. It is imperative that the advisors be consulted, especially during the planning stage.