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DSC Fall 2018 Events

Weekend Writes

All Rossier doctoral students are welcome to attend Weekend Writes.  These events provide students the opportunity to commit to writing. There is no cost for attendance. Students are encouraged to develop individual writing goals and plans. Students can attend as an individual or a writing group.  Bring a laptop, work materials (and ear buds) and go to work.  If you are interested, please go to RSVP - Weekend Writes.

 

Fall 2018 Weekend Writes  

        Sat - Sun, August 25-26, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, UPC SOS B49

        Sat - Sun, September 15-16, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, UPC SOS B49

        Sat - Sun, October 13-14, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, UPC SOS B49

        Sat - Sun, November 3-4, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, UPC SOS B49 WPH 203

        Sat, December 1, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, USC OCC, 2300 Michaelson, Irvine

        Sun, December 2, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, USC OCC, 2300 Michaelson, Irvine

 

This is a great opportunity to focus and get done!   I look forward to working with you soon.

Write On and Fight On!

Dr. Evelyn Felina Castillo
[email protected]
(213) 740-3845

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Fall 2018 Operation Dissertation Acceleration (ODA)

What's ODA?

ODA is an intensive writing retreat. It's designed for doctoral students who need / want to set aside a serious block of time to make a significant push toward the next step of their dissertation.  The retreat is targeted toward students who:

Have research question(s) but have not been able to complete chapters 1, 2 and 3 (the proposal); OR
Have defended their proposal and collected data, but have not completed chapters 4 and 5.

Retreat participants will be selected and assigned to work directly with a DSC writing instructor. The ratio of advisor to students will be 1-to-4, meaning students will have a great deal of support and interaction on their project. In addition, participants will exchange papers and support each other through peer-to-peer feedback.

Workshop Dates: Thursday - Sunday, November 29 - December 2, 2018 at USC Orange County Campus 
Application Deadline: Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Acceptance Notification: Friday, November 9, 2018
Application link:  Fall 2018 - ODA Application

For more information email Dr. Ilda Jimenez at [email protected].

 

 

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Additional resources for the dissertation process can be found at https://dissertationedd.usc.edu/.

 

Operation Dissertation Acceleration (ODA)

What's ODA?

ODA is an intensive writing retreat. It's designed for doctoral students who need / want to set aside a serious block of time to make a significant push toward the next step of their dissertation.  The retreat is targeted toward students who:

Have research question(s) but have not been able to complete chapters 1, 2 and 3 (the proposal); OR
Have defended their proposal and collected data, but have not completed chapters 4 and 5.

Retreat participants will be selected and assigned to work directly with a DSC writing instructor. The ratio of advisor to students will be 1-to-4, meaning students will have a great deal of support and interaction on their project. In addition, participants will exchange papers and support each other through peer-to-peer feedback.

Workshop Dates: Thursday - Sunday, May 18-21, 2017 at the USC Orange County Campus 
Application Deadline: Tuesday, May 2
Acceptance Notification: Thursday, May 5
Application link: ODA Application for May 2017 Session

For more information email Dr. Ilda Jimenez y West at [email protected].

Fall 2016 Operation Dissertation Acceleration (ODA)

What's ODA?

ODA is an intensive writing retreat. It's designed for doctoral students who need / want to set aside a serious block of time to make a significant push toward the next step of their dissertation.  The retreat is targeted toward students who:

Have research question(s) but have not been able to complete chapters 1, 2 and 3 (the proposal); OR
Have defended their proposal and collected data, but have not completed chapters 4 and 5.

Retreat participants will be selected and assigned to work directly with a DSC writing instructor. The ratio of advisor to students will be 1-to-4, meaning students will have a great deal of support and interaction on their project. In addition, participants will exchange papers and support each other through peer-to-peer feedback.

Workshop Dates: Thursday - Sunday, Nov 17 - 20, 2016 at the USC Orange County Campus
Application Deadline: Tuesday, Nov 1
Acceptance Notification: Thursday, Nov 3

Application available as a download:  Download OCODAFall2016

For more information email Dr. Ilda Jimenez y West at [email protected].

Job Posting: Student Services Coordinator

Download AME Student Services Coordinator_4.29

 

Position Title: Student Services Coordinator

Compensation: $16/hour

Duration of Position: Summer/Fall 2016 (May 23 – Dec. 14, 2016)

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 – 5pm* (approx. 20 hours a week)

*flexible scheduling depending on class schedule

The USC Viterbi School of Engineering’s department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering (AME) has approximately 950 undergraduate and undergraduate students and 24 full-time faculty. This position will provide the opportunity for a graduate student to learn about the role of a student services advisor within an academic unit. The AME student population is diverse and will give exposure to working with both domestic and international students, as well as on-campus and online students who are enrolled in the DEN@Viterbi master’s programs. Assisting staff and faculty with administrative duties managed by the department to ensure the smooth running of services will be a key role for this position.

Job Description:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

* Assist undergraduate and graduate advisor with student advising (BS, MS, PhD, DEN students)

* Answer admission-related questions via email from prospective students

* Assist with special events and programs (PhD Orientation, Undergraduate Transfer Mentorship Program, etc.)

* Provide general clerical support and work on administrative tasks as assigned

* Projects and other duties to be determined based on interest and personal/professional goals

Requirements: Excellent communication and organizational skills. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred: Currently enrolled in graduate program at USC Rossier School of Education.

Application Deadline: Monday, May 9, 2016

Send resume and cover letter to:

Irice Castro

Associate Director, AME Student Services

[email protected]

Strategies and Tips for Dissertation Research

The Dissertation Conference is coming up next month.

I've prepared a presentation providing helpful tips and strategies. Here is the link to the recording and PowerPoint file.

https://rossier-edd.adobeconnect.com/p7ssksenhjg/?OWASP_CSRFTOKEN=e9c4b2ab32d1bae633dacdb1bc4f686a05cf8a20665d827cbd9aee08d678693f

Download Strategies and Tips for your dissertation, Christopher Mattson March 2016

 

Please email me if you have any questions.

Christopher Mattson, Ed.D., M.F.A.

[email protected]

DSC Writing Retreat in Hawai'i

Dr. Ilda Jimenez y West is scheduled to hold a DSC writing retreat in Hawai’i.  Students are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to work with a writing advisor.  You can attend as many days or hours as is convenient for you.

Thursday, March 24th, 2016 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
University of Hawaii, West Oahu Campus
91-1001 Farrington Highway Kapolei, Hawai'i 96707

Friday, March 25th, 2016 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
University of Hawaii, West Oahu Campus
91-1001 Farrington Highway Kapolei, Hawai'i 96707

Saturday, March 26th, 2016 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
JAIMS (Japan-America Institute of Management Science)
6660 Hawaii Kai Drive, Honolulu, Hawai'i 96825-1192

Sunday, March 27th, 2016 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Easter)
JAIMS (Japan-America Institute of Management Science)
6660 Hawaii Kai Drive, Honolulu, Hawai'i 96825-1192

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the writing retreat, please contact Dr. Jimenez y West at [email protected] or (213)740-2199.

REMINDER - DSC Weekend Writes on Dec 5-6, 2015

The Rossier DSC will be hosting a Weekend Write on Saturday, Dec 5 and Sunday, Dec 6 at 9AM - 4PM in SOS(WPH) B49.  A DSC writing advisor will be available throughout the weekend. 

You are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity.  You can attend as many days or hours as is convenient for you.  Remember to bring your Student ID to access the building and don't forget your laptop, work materials, and ear buds (optional) to work on your dissertation or paper. Please RSVP at http://www.doodle.com/mugk5tkh98nmz3m5. 

If you cannot make this Weekend Write, please go to the DSC Blog for upcoming presentations and workshops. 

Helpful Resources for the Qualifying Exam (Proposal Defense)

As you continue to refine and edit drafts of your proposal, you are encouraged to review the following topics at Navigating the Dissertation, http://dissertionedd.usc.edu/:

• Chapter 1 – Topic 3:  Background and Introduction, http://dissertationedd.usc.edu/3-background.html
• Chapter 2 -  Topic 4:  Literature Review, http://dissertationedd.usc.edu/4-lit-review.html
• Chapter 3 -  Topic 5:  Methods, http://dissertationedd.usc.edu/5-methods.html
• Dissertation Template: http://dissertationedd.usc.edu/recommended-resources-and-readings2.html
• Dissertation Self-Assessment: http://dissertationedd.usc.edu/self-assessment-exercise1.html
• Proposal Defense (Qualifying Exam) PowerPoint Template:  http://dissertationedd.usc.edu/preparing-your-powerpoint.html
• Qualifying Exams & IRB: http://dissertationedd.usc.edu/6-qualify-exam--irb.html.  

For additional assistance, please contact your assigned cohort advisor at the DSC, [email protected] or (213) 740-8099.

Reminder - Last Weekend Write, April 25 & 26, 9AM-4PM @ WPH/SOS B49

The Rossier DSC will be hosting the last Weekend Write for the spring semester on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26 at 9AM - 4PM in WPH/SOS B49.   Dr. Evelyn Felina Castillo will present “Ch 3 - Methodology” at 11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon in WPH/SOS B49 on Saturday.  Should you need any assistance, writing advisors will be available throughout the weekend. 

You are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity.  You can attend as many days or hours as is convenient for you.  Remember to bring your Student ID to access the building and don't forget your laptop, work materials, and ear buds (optional) to work on your dissertation or paper. Please RSVP at http://www.doodle.com/mugk5tkh98nmz3m5. 

If you cannot make this Weekend Write, please note the following dates for the summer:

June 13, 14
July 18, 19
August 15, 16

 

NOTE THE FOLLOWING CLOSURES ON APRIL 25:

The annual March of Dimes for Babies event is scheduled for this Saturday, April 25, 2015. Opening ceremonies will begin at the Coliseum at 7:30am and the walk will begin at 8:30am.  Due to this event, we have been advised by the Los Angeles Dept. of Transportation (LADOT) that the following streets around campus will be closed between 6:00am and 1:00pm: (please also see attached map for details)

 

·        Figueroa St. between 39th St. and Adams Blvd.

·        Adams Blvd. between Figueroa St. and Hoover St.

·        Hoover St. between Adams Blvd. and Jefferson Blvd.

·        Jefferson Blvd between Hoover St. and Figueroa St.

·        Bill Robertson Lane between 39^th St. and Exposition Blvd.(5am – 1pm)

 

Additionally, the 110 Fwy Southbound Exit at Exposition Blvd will be closed during the event (8:00am-1:00pm)

 

 

The following entrances will be available for those visiting campus on Saturday.  Due to the street closures above, please take special note of the direction of travel required to use each entrance.  As a general guideline, please approach campus from the Vermont St. (west) side.

 

·        Entrance 1, located on Exposition Blvd. at Watt Way

Only accessible to traffic traveling eastbound on Exposition Blvd.

 

·        Entrance 5, located on Jefferson Blvd. at McClintock Ave.

Only accessible to traffic traveling eastbound on Jefferson Blvd.

 

·        Entrance 6, located on Vermont Ave. at 36th Pl.

Accessible as usual to both northbound and southbound traffic.

 

·        Entrance 8, located on Jefferson Blvd. at Orchard Ave.

Only accessible to traffic traveling eastbound on Jefferson Blvd.

 

Please note that the PS2 Flower St. entrance will be open during the duration of Figueroa St. closure.

 

We apologize for the inconvenience, and thank you for your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions, please contact Pablo Sahagun at (213)743-1738

 

Fight on!

 

USC Transportation

620 West 35th Street

Los Angeles, CA 90089

213-740-3575

www.usc.edu/parking

 

Download LA Expo RouteMap MFB '15[1]

REMINDER - Last Weekend Write for the Fall Semester on Dec 6 & 7 @ SOS (WPH) B49

The Rossier DSC will be hosting the last Weekend Write for the fall semester on Saturday, Dec 6 and Sunday, Dec 7 at 9AM - 4PM in WPH B49.   Dr. Evelyn Felina Castillo will be available on Saturday only and will present “Connections Chapters 1- 3” at 1:00 – 2:00PM in WPH B49.  Dr. Linda Fischer will be available throughout the weekend. 

You are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity.  You can attend as many days or hours as is convenient for you.  Remember to bring your Student ID to access the building and don't forget your laptop, work materials, and ear buds (optional) to work on your dissertation or paper. Please RSVP at http://www.doodle.com/mugk5tkh98nmz3m5. 

If you cannot make this Weekend Write, please check for upcoming presentations and workshops on the DSC Blog.  

 

Evelyn Felina Castillo, Ed.D.
Doctoral Support Center | USC Rossier School of Education
3470 Trousdale Parkway, WPH 402A | Los Angeles, CA  90089-4032
t:  213.740.3845 | f:  213.740.8092 | e:  [email protected]

Helpful Links:         The Graduate School (Thesis/Dissertation Submission)

                             Navigating the Dissertation

                             OASIS