23/03/2026
🎓 GLODEP Students Meet GLODEP Scholars: Online Discussion on the PhD Journey
Last week, we were delighted to bring together our current GLODEP students with several alumni who are now pursuing (or have completed) their PhD studies - Shreya Paudel, Chifundo Mchowa, and Hind Abushkhadim.
The session created a wonderful space for open dialogue, honest reflections, and practical guidance on academic career paths. Our GLODEP alumni shared their personal trajectories - from navigating applications and funding opportunities to choosing research topics and studying for a PhD.
Key takeaways included:
- Trusting your academic curiosity when defining your research interests
- Building strong networks and reaching out early to potential supervisors
- Staying resilient through uncertainty and rejections
- Recognizing the value of interdisciplinary and international perspectives gained in GLODEP
A huge thank you to our alumni for their generosity and willingness to support the next generation of researchers. 🌍✨
And to our current students - Karla Cajas Luzuriaga, Germán Camilo Panqueva Jacobo, Hafsa Murtaza, and Mouhcine Oubih - for your questions, enthusiasm, and thoughtful engagement that made the discussion truly inspiring.
This is what the GLODEP community is all about: learning from one another, expanding opportunities, and strengthening academic pathways across the globe.
