Open Path

The Open Path allows students to enter the GDR outside of an established path if their research interests are not reflected in current path structure. Students taking the Open Path should identify three or more GDR faculty members who will support their academic plan. The student works closely with one faculty member as primary advisor to coordinate with other faculty to design the path through coursework, language study, fieldwork, exam topics, etc.

Any group of three or more GDR faculty members, with one serving as primary advisor, can form an open path.