About

Welcome to The PhD Race, your go-to space for everything you need to live a balanced and effective PhD life.

I’m so glad you found your way here *cue dancing emoji*

It doesn’t matter if you’re a new PhD student trying to figure out how to juggle research and life, or you’re a veteran PhD candidate deep in the trenches, battling thesis deadlines and imposter syndrome – this space is for you. 

The PhD journey is tough, but it doesn’t have to be isolating, overwhelming, or exhausting. 

The PhD Race is here to give you practical insights, a sense of community, and the motivation you need to cross the finish line strong.

What we do

At The PhD Race, we explore topics that PhD students like you are dealing with every day: research struggles, time management, mental health, and motivation. Through weekly blog posts, we offer advice, stories, and strategies to help you stay on track, find balance, and get the most out of your journey. 

We’re also excited to launch the PhD Friday Spotlights, where we’ll feature amazing PhD students sharing their research, unique stories, tips, and what keeps them going. We’ll celebrate the wins, acknowledge the struggles, and learn from each other.

Plus, we’re building a hub of tools, downloads, and guides tailored to your PhD experience. From productivity hacks to mental health support, it’s all coming your way to help you run your PhD race with confidence.

Our Mission

I started The PhD Race because I know firsthand how challenging this journey can be. I also know that with the right support, mindset, and community, it’s possible to not only survive but thrive. 

Here, we don’t pretend everything’s perfect. We talk about the messy middle, the late-night panic, the small wins, and everything in between. Because finishing strong isn’t just about getting to the end, it’s also about finding strength in the process.

So join us! 

Take whatever you need: research advice, productivity hacks, a pick-me-up, or just reassurance that you’re not alone.

The PhD Race has got you.