Rossier Doctoral Support Center Blog

Workshops and Presentations during Weekend Write on Jan 25

If you collected data and are starting to analyze it, you should attend the following presentations offered during Weekend Write on January 25:

Presenting Results (Ch 4)
WPH 403 at 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Dr. Evelyn Felina Castillo

Using NVivo to Analyze Qualitative Data - CANCELLED - RESCHEDULED DATE TBA
WPH 403 at 1:30 - 3:30 PM
Dr. Angela Bland

To get the most out of these presentations, students should review Navigating the Dissertation, Data Collection and Analysis at http://dissertationedd.usc.edu/ii-data-collection-and-analysis.html, Chapter 4 at http://dissertationedd.usc.edu/1-chapter-4.html; and download and install the NVivo software from USC ITS, https://software.usc.edu/nvivo/.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Evelyn Felina Castillo at [email protected].

Weekend Write, November 16-17, 2019

The Rossier Doctoral Support Center will be hosting a Weekend Write at the University Park Campus on Saturday, Nov 16 and Sunday, Nov 17 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.  If you are interested in attending, please go to RSVP - Weekend Writes.

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/.

 

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].

Summer 2016 Operation Dissertation Acceleration (ODA) - EXTENDED DEADLINE for a limited number of seats

A limited number of seats are available for the upcoming ODA Session on August 11-14.  If you are interested, please submit an application by Thursday, August 4.

 

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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, Aug 11 - 14, 2016 at the USC Campus, WPH 202
Application Deadline: Monday, July 25, 2016
Acceptance Notification: Tuesday, August 2, 2016

Application available as a download:     Download UPCODASUM2016doc

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

 

REMINDER - DSC Weekend Write, July 9-10 at WPH 202 (location change)

Please note the change in location for the DSC Weekend Write from Leavey Library, 2^nd Floor to WPH 202 and the time change on Sunday from 12 noon – 7 PM to 9:00AM – 4:00PM.  I apologize for the short notice, but the library administration just notified me that the hours of operation changed due to facilities issues. 

Saturday, July 9 at 9:00AM – 4:00PM at WPH 202
Sunday, July 10 at 9:00AM – 4:00PM at WPH 202

 

Evelyn Felina Castillo, Ed.D.
USC Rossier School of Education | Doctoral Support Center
3470 Trousdale Parkway, WPH 402A | Los Angeles, CA  90089-4032

t:  213.740.3845 | f:  213.740.8092 | e:  [email protected]

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. 

REMINDER - DSC Weekend Writes on Nov 14-15, 2015

The Rossier DSC will be hosting a Weekend Write on Saturday, Nov 14 and Sunday, Nov 15 at 9AM - 4PM in 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. 

REMINDER - Last Weekend Write for the Summer

The last Weekend Write for the summer is scheduled for this weekend, August 15 and 16 in SOS/WPH B49 at 9 AM - 4 PM.  

Dr. Christopher Mattson will be presenting Navigating the Dissertation on Saturday, Aug 15 at 12:30 - 2:30PM in SOS B49.

Bring your laptop, work materials, and ear buds and go to work. Remember to bring your Student ID to access the building.  Please RSVP at  http://www.doodle.com/mugk5tkh98nmz3m5 

   

Reminder - Weekend Writes For Summer 2015

Two Weekends Left for the Summer

All doctoral students are welcome to attend the DSC Weekend Writes as we support students in all phases of the program.  These workshops provide students the opportunity to commit to writing and have a writing advisor available to assist with questions regarding academic writing or the dissertation process. There is no cost for attending. Students are encouraged to develop individual writing goals and plans. You can attend as an individual or create a writing group which meets regularly. Bring your laptop, work materials, (and ear buds) and go to work. Remember to bring your Student ID to access the building. Please RSVP at http://www.doodle.com/mugk5tkh98nmz3m5 

Summer 2015 Weekend Writes 

SOS/WPH B49 at 9 AM - 4 PM

Saturday and Sunday, July 18 and 19

Saturday and Sunday, Aug 15 and 16

 

Write On and Fight On!