New grad students: how to choose a faculty advisor

In a new video on the Institute for Systems Research's YouTube channel, Associate Professor David Lovell (CEE/ISR) explains what new graduate students should consider when choosing a faculty advisor and a research focus area.

Lovell also explains how what's expected of students in graduate school differs from undergraduate studies, and gives tips for making the transition.

View the video below.

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June 4, 2013

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