Events
Information regarding Rossier and campus-wide events related to doctoral students are publicized under Recent Posts.
Online Presentations
The following topics are presented by Dr. Christopher Mattson.
Reviewing the Literature (5x5 #1)
APA 7th edition changes presentation (5x5 #2)
Outlining and Structure (5x5 #3)
Sources and Citing (5x5 #4)
Reporting Findings/Results (5x5 #5)
Plagiarism, Conflicts of Interest, and Bias-Free Language
Working & Studying @ Home during Coronavirus
Never Too Early (or Late) Dissertation Preparation Guide
Should you have any questions regarding these topics, please contact your assigned DSC Specialist.
DSC Times to Write
All Rossier doctoral students are welcome to attend DSC Time to Write (Thursday Night Writes or 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 - DSC Times to Write.
Weekday Night Writes
Unless specified, all sessions are scheduled from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM PT. Check-in at 5:00 PM PT at the DSC Zoom Meeting Room (students must RSVP to receive meeting room ID and password).
| Summer 2021 | Fall 2021 | Spring 2022 |
| June 7 | Sept (no date due to Labor Day) | TBA |
| July 12 | Oct 4 | TBA |
| Aug 2 | Nov 1 | TBA |
| Dec 6 | TBA |
Weekend Writes
Unless specified, all sessions are scheduled from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM PT. Check-in at 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM PT at the DSC Zoom Meeting Room (students must RSVP to receive meeting room ID and password).
| Summer 2021 | Fall 2021 | Spring 2022 |
| June (no dates due to ODA) | Sept 18-19 | TBA |
| July (no dates due to ODA) | Oct 16-17 | TBA |
| Aug (no dates due to ODA) | Nov 20-21 | TBA |
| TBA |
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
efelina@rossier.usc.edu
(213) 740-3845
Summer 2021 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 specialist on a one-on-one basis. The ratio of a specialist to students will be 1-6, students have daily writing goals and the support specialist will provide feedback on such drafts. Assigned check-in time slots will be given throughout the four days for individualized instruction and consultation via online platform, voice phone call, and/or text. Dissertation chair approval is required as students will check in daily with their dissertation chair. Strict accountability will be in place to minimize distractions and encourage productivity. Acceptance is on a first-come, first-serve basis, space is limited.
Retreat Dates: Thursday - Sunday, June 17-20, 2021
Online Application: Now closed.
Due to the overwhelming interest, we added a second retreat!
Retreat Dates: Thursday - Sunday, July 22-25, 2021
Application Deadline: Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Acceptance Notification: Friday, July 8, 2021
Online Application: July 2021 - ODA Application
Save the Date for the next ODA: August 26-29, 2021
For more information, email Dr. Ilda Jimenez at ijimenez@rossier.usc.edu.