What motivated you to choose this program/university?

Do you already have a sense of what you want your Capstone to be about, or are you still exploring?

What research topics are you most excited to explore here?

What are your long-term goals after grad school?

What kind of mentorship or support would be most helpful for you this semester?

What’s one thing you wish someone had told you before starting grad school?

How do you balance coursework, research, and personal life?

What’s one thing you wish you had done earlier in the program to set yourself up for success later?

How do you recommend building relationships with faculty? Other students?

Do you have a favorite study spot on or off campus?

What do you do to celebrate milestones or accomplishments?

What’s your favorite productivity hack or app (Pomodoro, Notion, Google Calendar, etc.)?

Best way to communicate? (Text, email, WhatsApp, GroupMe, etc.)?

How often would you like to check in? (weekly, monthly, as needed)?

Should we plan to meet virtually, in person, or both?

When should our first check-in be?