The Ebony Tower is a podcast designed to generate dialogue around the experiences of young scholars of color. In particular, we are interested in naming the issues that impact the success and well being of young black and brown scholars and offering resources and advice to overcome those hurdles. The Ebony Tower hopes to serve as a source of inspiration and support for young black and brown scholars who seek to thrive in the ivory tower.
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The Ebony Tower is a podcast designed to generate dialogue around the experiences of young scholars of color. In particular, we are interested in naming the issues that impact the success and well being of young black and brown scholars and offering resources and advice to overcome those hurdles. The Ebony Tower hopes to serve as a source of inspiration and support for young black and brown scholars who seek to thrive in the ivory tower.
Episode 14: Ask Ebony Anything III: From Applying to PhD Programs to Defending the Dissertation
The Ebony Tower
42 minutes 10 seconds
6 years ago
Episode 14: Ask Ebony Anything III: From Applying to PhD Programs to Defending the Dissertation
In the latest installment of Ask Ebony Anything, Daphne and Rachel offer advice to prospective graduate students interested in beginning the PhD application process (4:30), provide tips on how to get a glowing letter of recommendation (14:10), offer insight into selecting between and negotiating with graduate programs before the April 15th deadline (21:40), and provide guidance on preparing for the dissertation defense (30:50).
Resources
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The Ebony Tower
The Ebony Tower is a podcast designed to generate dialogue around the experiences of young scholars of color. In particular, we are interested in naming the issues that impact the success and well being of young black and brown scholars and offering resources and advice to overcome those hurdles. The Ebony Tower hopes to serve as a source of inspiration and support for young black and brown scholars who seek to thrive in the ivory tower.
