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The University of Minnesota Water Resources Center (WRC) administers the WRS Graduate Program. The Water Resources Center is affiliated with the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences and University of Minnesota Extension.
Current Students
Current Student List
This page lists and links all current WRS students. Each student has a homepage providing information about themselves and their research interests. Also see WRS students listed by advisor.
Student Handbook
Information in this WRS student handbook applies to all students admitted for study in the Graduate Program in Water Resources Science.
Graduate School Forms
A link to necessary forms for both Masters and Ph.D. students including degree progress forms and instruction forms for thesis preparation and degree completion.
WRS Travel Grants
The WRS graduate program can provide grants to help students with travel costs to conferences.
Ethics Training
Students must receive training in ethics and responsible conduct of research.
Annual Student Review
The form is for students to track their degree progress and report accomplishments to their advisor.
WRS Students by Advisor
An excellent way to find out more about a prospective advisor is to talk to his or her current and former students.
Water Resources Students In Action (WRSIA)
There is an active student group that applies their knowledge of water resources for a variety of long and short term service projects. They also sponsor journal club discussions, host activities, and provide representation on the Council of Graduate Students and WRS administrative committees.
2011 Orientation Presentation (.pdf)
This Orientation PowerPoint Presentation provides an introduction to graduate school at the University of Minnesota.
Other Resources:
National Academies' Water Information Center
The portal to many peer-reviewed reports from the National Academies on water related issues including water supply and sanitation, hydrologic hazards and environmental assessment, management, and restoration.
The Center for Freshwater Research and Policy
Learn more about freshwater research and policy activities going on at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, including the Large Lakes Observatory, Natural Resources Research Institute, and Minnesota Sea Grant.
Statistical Consulting Clinic
The statistical consulting service provides statistical help to researchers at the University.
Dissertation Calculator
This tool helps you break down the writing process into manageable deadlines and provides resources and advice.
St. Paul Career & Internship Services
Almost done? The Career Center will help you develop networking skills, write effective resumes and C.V.s, and offer tips on interviewing and job searching. Call 612-624-2710 for an appointment.