They are allowed to select one of the two faculty whom they will assist and sit-in on during their teaching. PhD students are asked to fill out an Annual Activity Report that lists their courses, teaching activities, research, and goals. Consider all applicants for Graduate Assistantships and award on a competitive basis and on needs of various groups. Provide regular mentoring and frequent conferences to review students' progress and explore opportunities for professional experience and research possibilities. Offer open discussion sessionswith department chair.
Students fill out questionnaires that are used to structure the discussions.
Emphasize mentoring and formally review PhD students' progress in spring semester. Conduct group tutorial sessions weekly to insure personal attention. Provide students with frequent mailings of job, fellowship, and assistantship opportunities as well as policy changes. Encourage TA training. The graduate student also consults the job openings in the field for potential position availability.