Summer Retreat

The annual MSTP retreat is a two-day student organized event focusing on professional development and program planning for the upcoming academic year. We also leave time for plenty of time for fun! The retreat is typically held at one of Ohio 's beautiful state parks.

On the first day, students, faculty and staff typically attend lectures and participate in workshops on such topics as Grant Writing, Financial Planning, and Research Techniques. Students in the PhD phase have the opportunity to present their own research. The afternoon is often spent participating in sports or just relaxing by the pool. The evening of the retreat is topped off by a nice dinner usually accompanied by a speaker invited to talk about a general interest topic. Then, students collect for their favorite event of the year: MSTP karaoke! You'll get to see our own Cliff Harding perform his karaoke rendition of The Allman Brother's "Melissa", or take part in the annual bashing of faculty by students at the softball game.

The last day of the retreat centers around the annual discussion between students, faculty, and staff about program goals, issues, and future plans. The afternoon is then free for outdoor activities including fishing, swimming, and golf.