Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around whether to include in-progress academic work, specifically a planned paper and an honors thesis, on a CV when applying to graduate school. The scope includes considerations for academic presentation and professional communication.
Discussion Character
Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests including the honors thesis on the CV as it is part of the academic program, but advises against listing a paper that has not yet been written.
- Another participant agrees that the honors thesis could be included but emphasizes the importance of qualifying it as "planned" or "pending" if listed.
- A different viewpoint proposes not including either the planned thesis or paper in an explicit Publications section, recommending instead to mention the thesis requirement in a cover letter.
- One participant notes that while it is generally advisable to avoid listing work that has not been completed, a separate section for "works in progress" could be appropriate for papers that are submitted and under review.
- Another participant suggests providing specific details about the honors thesis in a cover letter to highlight relevant experience and contributions.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree that the honors thesis can be included on the CV, but there is disagreement on whether to include the planned paper. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best approach to represent in-progress work.
Contextual Notes
Participants express varying opinions on how to present planned academic work, highlighting the need for clarity on what constitutes acceptable CV content. The discussion reflects differing standards for including works that are not yet completed.