Diversifying Your Support Networks

While your lab and PI can provide a supportive environment, It's invaluable to develop networks of social, professional, and mentoring support with folks outside of your lab.  The other members of your guiding committee, qualifying exam committee, or dissertation committee can serve as mentors or guides in ways that can add to your graduate experience and professional development.  Embrace and respect different perspectives, experiences, and lessons from your network of mentors and supportive folks.