Graduate students can save up to 50 percent of their time formatting theses and dissertations by using the ETDR template, according to previous graduates who started using the template in the early stages of writing. The ETDR template is a customized Word document styled to meet the Graduate School’s formatting requirements, but it’s also a good tool to use when writing reports, term papers, and even journal articles (just strip out the template sections not needed).
Beyond that, all students and faculty can benefit from related, free resources:
- ETDR consulting on Word’s power tools and template tools (such as an auto-generated Table of Contents)
- Online documentation on Word features and problems/solutions
- Microsoft Office training for students and faculty
For more about these resources, contact the IT Help Desk (785-532-7722, helpdesk@k-state.edu) and ask for an ETDR consultant.
