ASW - Dealing with the PhD supervisor team: Challenges and solutions
Course schedule
| Dates | Start time | End time | Location | Coordinator | registrations app/max |
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| 29 January 2026 | 13:30 | 17:00 | TBA (IN-PERSON at WUR Campus) | Wageningen Graduate Schools (WGS) | 0 / 25 | Apply |
Course description
During this workshop, we will explore the causes and consequences of challenges between supervisors and, more importantly, how to address and prevent them. Through interactive discussions, guided reflections, and insights from our Dean of Research Edith Feskens in interdisciplinary and intercultural supervision, you will gain practical tools and new perspectives. By the end of the session, you will leave with concrete strategies and a clear plan to tackle your supervisory challenges.
Programme
13:30 – Arrival and welcome
13:40 – Introduction and kick-off assignment
14:20 – Presentation with background information and discussion of case studies 15:15 – Break
15:30 – Interactive session with prof. Edith Feskens, Dean of Research
16:10 – Final reflection on case studies and key takeaways
16:30 – Closing and informal drinks
Target group: PhD/EngD Supervisors
Group size: 15-25 participants
Language: English
Organizers: Claudius van de Vijver (WU, PE&RC), Janneke van Seters (WU, Dean of Research office)
Guest Speaker: Edith Feskens (WU, Dean of Research)