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Advanced Degrees Colloquy
October 4, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Dissertation and Research Writing Colloquy
The purpose of this colloquy is to introduce MDC’s advanced degree students to the key elements of dissertation and research writing. This colloquy is required for PhD students. MA (Christian Studies) and DPT students are strongly encouraged to attend.* Some of our core faculty will be sharing from their wealth of experience as scholars, doctoral supervisors, and published authors.
*Please note, MA (Christian Studies) students are required to attend in person. DPT students who live within 80 km of MDC must also attend in person.
Schedule
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 9:00 – 9:05 AM |
Welcome and AgendaDr. Jim Dvorak |
| 9:05 – 9:55 AM |
Finding a Topic, Finding Your Voice, and Finding a Methodological FrameworkDr. Stanley E. Porter |
| 10:05 – 10:55 AM |
Research and Writing in the Age of AIDr. Jim Dvorak |
| 11:05 – 11:55 AM |
The MDC Style Guide: Why It Is Important and Common Mistakes to AvoidDr. John J.H. Lee and Dr. Ambrose Thomson |
| 12:05 – 1:00 PM |
Lunch Break in Cullen Hall |
| 1:05 – 1:55 PM |
The Spiritual Life of the Christian ScholarDr. Clement Wen |
| 2:00 – 2:55 PM |
Working with your Supervisory CommitteeDr. Paul Evans |
| 3:00 – 3:55 PM |
From Dissertation to PublicationDr. Wendy Porter |
| 3:55 – 4:00 PM |
Wrap-upDr. Jim Dvorak |