WEBVTT 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:00.300 align:middle line:90% 00:00:00.300 --> 00:00:03.003 align:middle line:90% [Morse Code Beeps] 00:00:03.003 --> 00:00:06.006 align:middle line:90% [Whoosh] [Helicopter Rotor] 00:00:13.079 --> 00:00:14.147 align:middle line:90% Hello. 00:00:14.147 --> 00:00:17.017 align:middle line:84% Welcome to the Applying to Fellowships workshop. 00:00:17.017 --> 00:00:18.351 align:middle line:90% My name is Evan Kramer. 00:00:18.351 --> 00:00:22.555 align:middle line:84% I'm an AeroAstro Communications Lab Fellow, and I'll be your instructor today. 00:00:24.057 --> 00:00:26.159 align:middle line:90% To get started, please take a look 00:00:26.159 --> 00:00:29.162 align:middle line:84% at the Graduate Fellowships example worksheet. 00:00:29.996 --> 00:00:33.233 align:middle line:84% It includes the list of popular graduate fellowships 00:00:33.233 --> 00:00:38.505 align:middle line:84% that are relevant to aerospace and aerospace adjacent fields of study. 00:00:39.539 --> 00:00:42.108 align:middle line:84% Please pause this video and take five minutes 00:00:42.108 --> 00:00:45.612 align:middle line:84% to mark the fellowships that you're considering applying to, 00:00:45.712 --> 00:00:48.982 align:middle line:84% or make note of fellowships you'd like to learn 00:00:48.982 --> 00:00:51.985 align:middle line:90% more about. 00:00:56.189 --> 00:00:59.192 align:middle line:90% [Alien spaceship beeps] 00:01:00.727 --> 00:01:02.929 align:middle line:90% Now that we're thinking about fellowship 00:01:02.929 --> 00:01:05.932 align:middle line:84% applications, let's introduce our lesson goals. 00:01:06.800 --> 00:01:10.236 align:middle line:84% At the end of this workshop, you'll be able to read fellowship 00:01:10.236 --> 00:01:14.641 align:middle line:84% prompts and extract important information from solicitations. 00:01:15.475 --> 00:01:18.845 align:middle line:84% You'll be able to construct a well-organized personal statement 00:01:18.845 --> 00:01:23.183 align:middle line:84% and research proposal that address all solicitation prompt requests, 00:01:23.983 --> 00:01:26.352 align:middle line:90% and you'll be able to create a timeline 00:01:26.352 --> 00:01:29.923 align:middle line:84% for accomplishing fellowship milestones in a timely manner. 00:01:31.091 --> 00:01:34.127 align:middle line:84% To help orient yourself in terms of the major 00:01:34.127 --> 00:01:37.530 align:middle line:84% requirements for some of the most popular fellowships. 00:01:38.031 --> 00:01:40.967 align:middle line:90% let's take a look at the following table. 00:01:40.967 --> 00:01:45.371 align:middle line:84% This table was created referencing the most recent solicitation 00:01:45.371 --> 00:01:48.374 align:middle line:90% available for the fellowships listed 00:01:48.374 --> 00:01:51.377 align:middle line:90% either from 2024 or 2025. 00:01:52.345 --> 00:01:55.414 align:middle line:84% Note that all of these fellowships accept submissions 00:01:55.414 --> 00:01:59.085 align:middle line:84% from students studying aerospace and aerospace adjacent fields. 00:02:00.019 --> 00:02:03.022 align:middle line:84% Most deadlines are in the fall or late winter. 00:02:03.957 --> 00:02:07.327 align:middle line:84% All fellowships require submission of a research proposal 00:02:07.327 --> 00:02:11.131 align:middle line:84% and resume, and almost all require submission 00:02:11.131 --> 00:02:14.100 align:middle line:84% of a personal statement and recommendation letters. 00:02:14.968 --> 00:02:19.772 align:middle line:84% This is certainly not an exhaustive list of requirements, but we can definitely see 00:02:19.772 --> 00:02:23.042 align:middle line:84% a lot of overlap in required application materials 00:02:23.042 --> 00:02:26.045 align:middle line:90% across fellowships. 00:02:26.513 --> 00:02:29.949 align:middle line:84% While this workshop provides generally applicable guidance 00:02:29.949 --> 00:02:34.053 align:middle line:84% on applying to any graduate school fellowship, it's appropriate 00:02:34.053 --> 00:02:39.425 align:middle line:84% to take a moment to acknowledge that, changes in some of the fellowships, 00:02:39.425 --> 00:02:43.897 align:middle line:84% like the very popular National Science Foundation GRFP, can take place, 00:02:44.264 --> 00:02:47.867 align:middle line:84% over time with changing government administrations, 00:02:48.301 --> 00:02:52.672 align:middle line:84% and so it's very important that if you're applying to this fellowship, 00:02:53.373 --> 00:02:57.143 align:middle line:84% download the most recent solicitation and use that as your reference. 00:02:59.312 --> 00:03:01.981 align:middle line:90% Speaking of fellowship solicitations, 00:03:01.981 --> 00:03:04.951 align:middle line:90% our attention turns to parsing prompts. 00:03:05.585 --> 00:03:09.689 align:middle line:84% First and foremost, please closely read the entire solicitation. 00:03:10.256 --> 00:03:13.259 align:middle line:90% And yes, we mean the entire solicitation. 00:03:13.793 --> 00:03:18.031 align:middle line:84% We know these can be extremely and usually unnecessarily long, 00:03:18.565 --> 00:03:22.001 align:middle line:84% but it is essential that you read it in its entirety. 00:03:23.069 --> 00:03:25.738 align:middle line:90% As you read, take note of materials 00:03:25.738 --> 00:03:28.808 align:middle line:90% you must submit, such as the items 00:03:29.309 --> 00:03:32.312 align:middle line:84% listed in the table presented two slides ago. 00:03:33.478 --> 00:03:36.649 align:middle line:84% Additionally, take note of prompts for what you should 00:03:36.649 --> 00:03:39.786 align:middle line:84% include inside the materials that you submit. 00:03:40.286 --> 00:03:44.457 align:middle line:84% For example, specific questions you should address in your personal statement. 00:03:45.692 --> 00:03:50.930 align:middle line:84% Creating a new document, with a checklist of materials and accompanying 00:03:51.030 --> 00:03:54.300 align:middle line:84% prompts can serve as a quick reference for you moving forward. 00:03:55.702 --> 00:03:58.504 align:middle line:84% Most solicitations have a section describing 00:03:58.504 --> 00:04:02.709 align:middle line:84% the criteria used to judge applications and ultimately select awardees. 00:04:03.943 --> 00:04:04.911 align:middle line:90% Pay close attention 00:04:04.911 --> 00:04:07.914 align:middle line:84% to the funding organization's values and priorities. 00:04:08.715 --> 00:04:11.718 align:middle line:84% What are the organization's values and priorities? 00:04:12.018 --> 00:04:15.255 align:middle line:84% This might involve you looking beyond the solicitation 00:04:16.055 --> 00:04:19.091 align:middle line:84% to figure out how the organization described themselves 00:04:19.392 --> 00:04:22.962 align:middle line:84% and how they present the goals of this fellowship program. 00:04:24.464 --> 00:04:26.099 align:middle line:90% Make sure that you connect 00:04:26.099 --> 00:04:29.469 align:middle line:90% their funding priorities to you. 00:04:30.136 --> 00:04:34.107 align:middle line:84% Which of your experiences, accomplishments goals, and skills 00:04:34.540 --> 00:04:37.343 align:middle line:90% address these specific questions 00:04:37.343 --> 00:04:40.346 align:middle line:90% in their criteria. 00:04:42.348 --> 00:04:42.749 align:middle line:90% We’ll, now 00:04:42.749 --> 00:04:46.319 align:middle line:84% take some time to practice parsing solicitations, 00:04:46.753 --> 00:04:50.523 align:middle line:84% specifically focusing on the evaluation criteria section. 00:04:51.691 --> 00:04:54.994 align:middle line:84% Please take a look at the Evaluation Criteria worksheet 00:04:55.595 --> 00:04:58.431 align:middle line:90% which contains a section from the 2025 00:04:58.431 --> 00:05:01.434 align:middle line:90% NSF GRFP solicitation. 00:05:01.934 --> 00:05:04.604 align:middle line:90% First, identify each intellectual merit 00:05:04.604 --> 00:05:08.041 align:middle line:84% and broader impacts prompt in the solicitation. 00:05:08.541 --> 00:05:11.544 align:middle line:84% Then write down ideas for how you could demonstrate 00:05:11.978 --> 00:05:14.080 align:middle line:90% these criteria in your application. 00:05:15.181 --> 00:05:16.482 align:middle line:90% Please return to the workshop 00:05:16.482 --> 00:05:19.485 align:middle line:90% after 5 to 10 minutes. 00:05:21.754 --> 00:05:25.992 align:middle line:90% [Alien spaceship beeping] 00:05:28.961 --> 00:05:29.962 align:middle line:90% Okay, 00:05:29.962 --> 00:05:33.299 align:middle line:84% now that we have practiced parsing solicitations, let's 00:05:33.299 --> 00:05:37.737 align:middle line:84% turn our attention to the primary writing materials in your application. 00:05:38.604 --> 00:05:42.542 align:middle line:84% Generally speaking, an application reviewer is typically looking for 00:05:42.542 --> 00:05:45.545 align:middle line:90% three things in a personal statement. 00:05:45.578 --> 00:05:48.581 align:middle line:84% The first is demonstration of academic merit. 00:05:49.449 --> 00:05:52.418 align:middle line:84% This is where you talk about previous research 00:05:52.418 --> 00:05:55.888 align:middle line:84% and work experience, including concrete deliverables. 00:05:55.888 --> 00:05:58.891 align:middle line:90% like publications and awards, 00:05:59.192 --> 00:06:02.195 align:middle line:84% in addition to your ability to work as part of a team 00:06:02.395 --> 00:06:05.398 align:middle line:90% and communicate technical content. 00:06:06.099 --> 00:06:07.433 align:middle line:90% Wherever possible, please 00:06:07.433 --> 00:06:11.604 align:middle line:84% make sure these examples are specific and quantifiable. 00:06:13.005 --> 00:06:15.742 align:middle line:84% The overarching goal of what you write here 00:06:15.742 --> 00:06:20.279 align:middle line:84% should demonstrate your expertise, preparedness to perform research, 00:06:20.747 --> 00:06:24.183 align:middle line:84% and future potential as a scientist or engineer. 00:06:26.252 --> 00:06:29.722 align:middle line:84% The second part is a discussion of your professional goals. 00:06:30.656 --> 00:06:31.591 align:middle line:90% You'll want to address 00:06:31.591 --> 00:06:35.528 align:middle line:84% your personal motivations for wanting to do grad school 00:06:35.728 --> 00:06:38.698 align:middle line:90% and the specific research that you propose 00:06:38.698 --> 00:06:41.701 align:middle line:90% in your application. 00:06:41.701 --> 00:06:45.438 align:middle line:84% You want to touch upon how the fellowship you're applying for 00:06:45.471 --> 00:06:48.808 align:middle line:84% would enable you to achieve your professional goals. 00:06:49.976 --> 00:06:52.545 align:middle line:84% The tone throughout your writing here should demonstrate 00:06:52.545 --> 00:06:56.382 align:middle line:84% your passion, commitment, and focus on achieving 00:06:56.382 --> 00:06:59.385 align:middle line:90% your stated goals. 00:06:59.619 --> 00:07:02.989 align:middle line:84% The third part addresses the alignment of your application 00:07:02.989 --> 00:07:06.225 align:middle line:84% with the funding organization's values and priorities. 00:07:07.260 --> 00:07:11.998 align:middle line:84% Look beyond the solicitation for the overall organization's mission statement, 00:07:12.498 --> 00:07:16.769 align:middle line:84% and connect how your proposed work and professional development 00:07:17.069 --> 00:07:20.039 align:middle line:90% align with these priorities. 00:07:21.374 --> 00:07:24.210 align:middle line:84% Additionally, if you feel comfortable doing so, 00:07:24.210 --> 00:07:27.380 align:middle line:84% make sure to mention if you are from an underrepresented group, 00:07:27.880 --> 00:07:32.685 align:middle line:90% or have overcome hardships, if the solicitation seeks that kind of information. 00:07:37.924 --> 00:07:38.257 align:middle line:90% With the 00:07:38.257 --> 00:07:41.360 align:middle line:84% personal statement criteria in mind, it is important 00:07:41.360 --> 00:07:45.431 align:middle line:84% that your personal statement doesn't end up being just a copy of your resume, 00:07:46.232 --> 00:07:49.235 align:middle line:84% which the reviewers will likely have to begin with. 00:07:50.603 --> 00:07:53.306 align:middle line:84% The personal statement is your opportunity to discuss 00:07:53.306 --> 00:07:56.509 align:middle line:90% a few meaningful experiences 00:07:56.509 --> 00:07:59.512 align:middle line:90% on your resume with depth. 00:07:59.912 --> 00:08:01.647 align:middle line:90% Furthermore, try to tailor. 00:08:01.647 --> 00:08:04.884 align:middle line:84% your language to emphasize quantifiable accomplishments. 00:08:05.985 --> 00:08:10.356 align:middle line:84% Specific anecdotes that clearly identify a problem, action 00:08:10.356 --> 00:08:14.961 align:middle line:84% you took, outcome and learning experience you had, communicate 00:08:15.361 --> 00:08:18.331 align:middle line:84% more about yourself than vague project summaries. 00:08:20.566 --> 00:08:21.434 align:middle line:90% And the last point 00:08:21.434 --> 00:08:24.437 align:middle line:84% on personal statements is to build a narrative. 00:08:25.271 --> 00:08:28.441 align:middle line:84% What we mean by this is thinking from the reviewer's 00:08:28.441 --> 00:08:31.511 align:middle line:90% perspective about what each experience 00:08:31.511 --> 00:08:34.514 align:middle line:90% you write about communicates about you. 00:08:35.515 --> 00:08:39.585 align:middle line:84% Your reviewer wants to get a feel for your personal characteristics 00:08:39.585 --> 00:08:44.290 align:middle line:84% learning habits, and future vision from the experiences you write about. 00:08:45.691 --> 00:08:46.526 align:middle line:90% The most effective 00:08:46.526 --> 00:08:51.230 align:middle line:84% personal statements weave several experiences into a cohesive story 00:08:51.631 --> 00:08:54.634 align:middle line:90% that shares these insights. 00:08:55.201 --> 00:08:58.404 align:middle line:84% Let's now turn our attention to the research proposal. 00:08:59.305 --> 00:09:02.608 align:middle line:84% Generally speaking, the review committee judges 00:09:02.608 --> 00:09:07.413 align:middle line:84% your proposed research on its importance, uniqueness, and independence. 00:09:08.481 --> 00:09:10.416 align:middle line:90% The solicitation itself, 00:09:10.416 --> 00:09:13.185 align:middle line:84% and stated values of the funding organization, 00:09:13.185 --> 00:09:16.856 align:middle line:84% typically identify what the reviewers would consider as important. 00:09:18.391 --> 00:09:21.327 align:middle line:84% Maximize the overlap between your proposed work 00:09:21.327 --> 00:09:24.330 align:middle line:90% and these topics. 00:09:24.397 --> 00:09:25.865 align:middle line:90% Uniqueness is established 00:09:25.865 --> 00:09:30.503 align:middle line:84% by performing a thorough literature review that contextualizes 00:09:30.503 --> 00:09:34.373 align:middle line:84% the proposed work and identifies gaps that it fills. 00:09:35.975 --> 00:09:40.479 align:middle line:84% Bonus points if you're able to cite relevant works published 00:09:40.479 --> 00:09:44.350 align:middle line:84% by members of the funding agency and assert that you will build upon them. 00:09:46.719 --> 00:09:49.488 align:middle line:84% Lastly, the scope of your proposed research 00:09:49.488 --> 00:09:54.927 align:middle line:84% should clearly be accomplishable without reliance on external resources 00:09:54.927 --> 00:10:00.833 align:middle line:84% like data sets facilities, and expensive hardware to establish its independence. 00:10:01.901 --> 00:10:02.768 align:middle line:90% Research that is 00:10:02.768 --> 00:10:06.138 align:middle line:90% independent is robust to external changes, 00:10:06.138 --> 00:10:10.242 align:middle line:84% and is the best way to guarantee things out of your control 00:10:10.476 --> 00:10:13.479 align:middle line:84% don't get in the way of you accomplishing your goals. 00:10:15.448 --> 00:10:16.015 align:middle line:90% As you write 00:10:16.015 --> 00:10:20.019 align:middle line:84% your research proposal it is important to know to what degree 00:10:20.019 --> 00:10:23.789 align:middle line:84% the funding organization expects you to carry out the proposed work. 00:10:24.790 --> 00:10:28.961 align:middle line:84% Some expect you to carry out exactly what you propose, while others 00:10:28.961 --> 00:10:32.098 align:middle line:84% have no expectation whatsoever for you to carry out 00:10:32.098 --> 00:10:35.067 align:middle line:90% what is in your application. 00:10:35.334 --> 00:10:37.670 align:middle line:90% Effective research proposal structure 00:10:37.670 --> 00:10:41.140 align:middle line:84% will demonstrate your fundamental understanding of the scientific method. 00:10:41.974 --> 00:10:46.112 align:middle line:84% To ensure that you are directly addressing the aforementioned review criteria, 00:10:46.646 --> 00:10:50.316 align:middle line:84% your proposal structure can be organized Into three high level sections. 00:10:51.484 --> 00:10:53.953 align:middle line:90% The first is introduction and background. 00:10:53.953 --> 00:10:58.190 align:middle line:84% In this section, you motivate your work by first providing a literature review 00:10:58.190 --> 00:11:02.628 align:middle line:84% to frame the current relevant state of the art, followed by a gap 00:11:02.628 --> 00:11:07.233 align:middle line:84% analysis that demonstrates a need for new capabilities or knowledge. 00:11:08.868 --> 00:11:11.270 align:middle line:90% The second is methodology. 00:11:11.270 --> 00:11:15.241 align:middle line:84% In this section, you provide a detailed stepwise solution approach. 00:11:16.308 --> 00:11:18.978 align:middle line:90% Typically, the more detailed the better. 00:11:18.978 --> 00:11:22.348 align:middle line:90% However, be wary of striking the balance 00:11:22.348 --> 00:11:26.018 align:middle line:84% between over constraining yourself into particular methodologies. 00:11:27.720 --> 00:11:29.655 align:middle line:90% This can be done by using language 00:11:29.655 --> 00:11:33.993 align:middle line:84% that suggests exploration of particular solution approaches 00:11:33.993 --> 00:11:37.530 align:middle line:84% rather than declaring that you will use a singular approach. 00:11:39.298 --> 00:11:42.835 align:middle line:84% This demonstrates your understanding of the uncertainty associated 00:11:43.135 --> 00:11:46.338 align:middle line:84% with the scientific process and your open mindedness 00:11:46.338 --> 00:11:49.341 align:middle line:90% to being adaptable. 00:11:49.375 --> 00:11:52.044 align:middle line:90% Additionally, reference specific tools 00:11:52.044 --> 00:11:55.514 align:middle line:84% wherever possible, such as open source software packages. 00:11:56.615 --> 00:12:00.920 align:middle line:84% Indicating that you have some sort of starting point is effective 00:12:01.220 --> 00:12:04.356 align:middle line:84% since it strengthens the perceived practicality 00:12:04.356 --> 00:12:07.359 align:middle line:90% of your proposed work. 00:12:08.027 --> 00:12:10.629 align:middle line:90% The third is impact discussion. 00:12:10.629 --> 00:12:12.998 align:middle line:84% In this section, you highlight the Significance. 00:12:12.998 --> 00:12:18.037 align:middle line:84% of your research, particularly in relation to funding organization priorities. 00:12:19.205 --> 00:12:19.839 align:middle line:90% This ties 00:12:19.839 --> 00:12:24.110 align:middle line:84% back to some of the writing you did in the introduction and background section 00:12:24.643 --> 00:12:27.913 align:middle line:84% where you motivated your proposed work, except here 00:12:28.447 --> 00:12:32.384 align:middle line:84% it is a good idea to explicitly cite documentation of priorities 00:12:32.718 --> 00:12:35.721 align:middle line:90% from the funding organization. 00:12:36.021 --> 00:12:38.624 align:middle line:84% While the listed funding priorities May be vague. 00:12:38.624 --> 00:12:42.228 align:middle line:84% in the sense that they may just be a list of topic areas, 00:12:42.862 --> 00:12:46.298 align:middle line:84% this is the section where you make the case that your proposed work 00:12:46.732 --> 00:12:50.336 align:middle line:84% addresses one or more of these priorities in a meaningful way. 00:12:51.971 --> 00:12:55.808 align:middle line:84% Bonus points if you are able to reference related projects 00:12:55.808 --> 00:12:59.044 align:middle line:84% that were previously awarded grants by the funding organization 00:12:59.779 --> 00:13:02.782 align:middle line:84% and cast your work as an extension of these. 00:13:03.883 --> 00:13:05.751 align:middle line:90% The research proposal can often 00:13:05.751 --> 00:13:09.121 align:middle line:84% be the most intimidating aspect of the fellowship application. 00:13:10.022 --> 00:13:13.459 align:middle line:84% To help you get started, we'll now practice writing a research statement. 00:13:14.593 --> 00:13:15.261 align:middle line:90% Regardless of 00:13:15.261 --> 00:13:18.264 align:middle line:84% the stage you're in, your fellowship application can benefit 00:13:18.297 --> 00:13:21.300 align:middle line:84% from clear communication of your research statement. 00:13:22.268 --> 00:13:25.204 align:middle line:84% In the Communicating Your Research Statement worksheet, 00:13:25.204 --> 00:13:29.341 align:middle line:84% you will write draft research statements in “To By While” 00:13:29.341 --> 00:13:32.478 align:middle line:84% format that communicate what you're going to do, 00:13:33.112 --> 00:13:35.581 align:middle line:90% how you'll do it, and which constraints 00:13:35.581 --> 00:13:38.551 align:middle line:90% or assumptions you'll be working under. 00:13:38.751 --> 00:13:42.188 align:middle line:84% Please take ten minutes to complete this worksheet 00:13:42.188 --> 00:13:45.191 align:middle line:90% and return to the workshop. 00:13:49.929 --> 00:13:52.932 align:middle line:90% [Alien spaceship beeps] 00:13:54.099 --> 00:13:57.436 align:middle line:84% At this point, we've covered how to read solicitations 00:13:57.436 --> 00:14:00.439 align:middle line:84% and approach the primary writing materials. 00:14:01.173 --> 00:14:03.542 align:middle line:90% The last facet of fellowship applications 00:14:03.542 --> 00:14:06.545 align:middle line:90% we'll cover focuses on logistics. 00:14:07.379 --> 00:14:11.650 align:middle line:84% Milestone timelines are tools that help you stay organized and on track 00:14:12.084 --> 00:14:15.087 align:middle line:84% throughout the fellowship application process. 00:14:15.688 --> 00:14:18.524 align:middle line:84% They visualize required items for each application 00:14:18.524 --> 00:14:22.795 align:middle line:84% so you don't lose track, distribute your efforts strategically, 00:14:22.895 --> 00:14:26.866 align:middle line:84% so you maximize the quality of important application materials, 00:14:27.600 --> 00:14:30.135 align:middle line:90% And they contextualize fellowship efforts, 00:14:30.135 --> 00:14:33.105 align:middle line:84% among other responsibilities, so that you feel balanced. 00:14:35.241 --> 00:14:35.741 align:middle line:90% Based on 00:14:35.741 --> 00:14:39.378 align:middle line:84% collective first hand experience among AeroAstro Comm Lab Fellows, 00:14:39.912 --> 00:14:44.083 align:middle line:84% practical durations for fellowship application materials are as follows: 00:14:45.184 --> 00:14:48.187 align:middle line:84% Personal statements take approximately two weeks. 00:14:48.654 --> 00:14:51.624 align:middle line:90% Research statements take 3 to 4 weeks. 00:14:51.624 --> 00:14:55.561 align:middle line:84% Recommendation letters require a six week lead time, 00:14:56.462 --> 00:15:00.599 align:middle line:84% and other miscellaneous application materials can be completed in one week. 00:15:01.867 --> 00:15:04.870 align:middle line:90% Generally speaking, effort put up front 00:15:05.037 --> 00:15:08.040 align:middle line:90% is effort well spent. 00:15:08.107 --> 00:15:11.277 align:middle line:84% Please find the practical Milestone Timelines worksheet 00:15:11.577 --> 00:15:15.114 align:middle line:84% and take ten minutes to practice creating a milestone timeline 00:15:15.281 --> 00:15:18.183 align:middle line:84% for a fellowship that you plan on applying to 00:15:18.183 --> 00:15:22.221 align:middle line:84% so you can avoid feeling overwhelmed as external deadlines approach. 00:15:23.756 --> 00:15:26.492 align:middle line:90% Putting an effort upfront to set yourself 00:15:26.492 --> 00:15:30.162 align:middle line:84% internal deadlines can help you avoid feeling overwhelmed. 00:15:31.130 --> 00:15:33.699 align:middle line:90% An example milestone timeline for the NSF. 00:15:33.699 --> 00:15:36.702 align:middle line:90% GRFP deadline of November 13th, 00:15:36.769 --> 00:15:39.538 align:middle line:90% 2025 is provided for your reference. 00:15:45.678 --> 00:15:48.681 align:middle line:90% [Alien spaceship beeps] 00:15:50.582 --> 00:15:52.084 align:middle line:90% That concludes this workshop 00:15:52.084 --> 00:15:55.087 align:middle line:84% on applying to graduate school fellowships. 00:15:55.187 --> 00:15:59.525 align:middle line:84% You should now be able to read fellowship prompts and extract important information 00:15:59.792 --> 00:16:03.996 align:middle line:84% from solicitations, construct a well organized personal statement 00:16:03.996 --> 00:16:08.834 align:middle line:84% and research proposal that address all solicitation prompt requests, 00:16:09.935 --> 00:16:12.905 align:middle line:84% and create a timeline for accomplishing fellowship 00:16:13.072 --> 00:16:16.075 align:middle line:90% milestones in a timely manner. 00:16:16.475 --> 00:16:21.013 align:middle line:84% On behalf of the AeroAstro Comm Lab, we hope you found the resources presented 00:16:21.013 --> 00:16:24.083 align:middle line:84% in this workshop useful, and we wish you the best of luck 00:16:24.450 --> 00:16:27.453 align:middle line:84% in your graduate school fellowship applications. 00:16:27.453 --> 00:16:28.120 align:middle line:90% Thank you. 00:16:28.120 --> 00:16:31.223 align:middle line:90% [Morse code beeps]