Career Resources

The resources in this section are intended to give doctoral students some examples of how others have developed their curriculum vitae, research program statements and teaching philosophy.

Sample Curriculum Vitae: Jeremy Littau

See how one student’s curriculum vitae provides an overview of his coursework, research, teaching and other activities. [More]

Sample Statements

Sample Research Program Statement: Paul Bolls. The primary goal of my research program is to produce knowledge concerning how individuals cognitively and emotionally process mediated messages. [More]
Sample Research Program Statement: Carrie Brown. The main goal of my research program is to produce knowledge that will shape the future of journalism. [More]
Sample Teaching Philosophy: Carrie Brown. This is perhaps the most exciting time and also the most challenging time to embark on a career of teaching future journalists. [More]

Information Request for Letters of Reference

Key aspects of job descriptions are identified to help you identify what information to highlight when requesting letters of reference. [More]