Prep Tips checklist

Prep Tips Curriculum Completion

Before the Summit: Prepare for the Climb

☐ Read the entire Prep Tips guide as your personal research orientation.

☐ Reflect on the mountain metaphor and internalize your goals for growth.

☐ Set a personal intention for this journey (e.g., publish, present, lead, or innovate).

☐ Write down what success will look like for you at the “summit” of this program.

☐ Lab Start Guide

☐ Go to the Lab Start Guide webpage.

☐ Complete each step listed on the Start Guide in sequence.

☐ Submit any required confirmations for lab access and orientation.

☐ Onboarding

☐ Begin the official Lab Onboarding process.

☐ Complete all onboarding steps within 30 days of your lab start.

☐ Upload or submit all onboarding confirmations and forms.

☐ Research Lab Fundamentals

☐ Review all required Research Lab Fundamentals.

☐ Internalize each foundational principle within the first month.

☐ Identify and write down 3 key takeaways from this module.

☐ Peer Mentorship Principles

☐ Review all Mentorship Principles Training content.

☐ Internalize peer mentorship values within 2 months.

☐ Connect with a peer or mentor to reflect on mentorship strategies.

☐ Time Management & Self-Organization

☐ Study the Time Management & Organization curriculum.

☐ Apply 2–3 self-management practices in your lab work.

☐ Reflect on your productivity and refine your routine.

☐ Complete the brief Knowledge Check on the Prep Tips content.

☐ Celebrate your completion and readiness to begin the climb!