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Week 8 Checklist

 Date: ____________     

  • I rehearsed alone and with friendly audiences for (#) ________ minutes this week.
  • I delivered my GRC talk in the finals. 
  • I observed several other grad students giving their talks and offered them encouragement.
  • I rewarded myself by ____________________________. (What did you do?)

Reflection Questions

Now that you have competed in your GRC, are you glad that you did it? Why or why not?


What advice would you give to future GRC competitors? If you are willing to share your advice with future competitors on this website, please send your thoughts to take.first.in.your.grc@gmail.com. 


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