The Graduate School’s Graduate Pathways to Success (GPS) initiative is designed to empower doctoral candidates as they approach the final stages of their programs. This event provides practical resources and strategies to help participants sharpen their writing skills, maintain momentum, and explore career opportunities beyond the degree.
The entire schedule is planned to support your navigation to timely graduation through intentional conversations about how to juggle prioritizing and competing demands. Sessions include topics centered on:
Whether you’re seeking strategies to stay focused, build resilience, or plan for life after the dissertation, GPS offers a clear path forward.
Registration invitations for those who achieve candidacy between Fall 2023 and Fall 2026 semesters will be sent in late Fall 2026 via email announcements.
Associate Professor Antonio Faciola, Ph.D. (UF College of Agriculture and Life Sciences) will kick off GPS 2026 with “Finishing Strong: Resilience, Persistence, and the Doctoral Journey.” His keynote speech will share motivating insights on building resilience, sustaining momentum, and leaning on supportive relationships as you approach the finish line of your doctoral journey.
Dr. Mosley, an experienced writing coach and scholar, brings practical strategies and motivational insights to help doctoral candidates navigate the challenges of dissertation writing with confidence. In this interactive keynote, participants will explore ways to develop a clear, authentic scholarly voice and strengthen their writing for success.
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