GRADUATE STUDENT EVENTS
Each semester, the Office of Graduate Services collaborates with university departments, thought leaders and subject matter experts to bring Arts & Sciences graduate students event series to inform and inspire.
We aim to provide programming that supports your academic and professional development needs. We're interested in hearing from you! Please contact Mariam Qureshi to share your event topic suggestions.
GRADUATE WELLNESS SERIES
A series of events that focus on graduate students' well-being. If you're interested in our past events, you can view recordings of previous events below under the "Past Events" heading.
Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon
25 Park Place, The Dean's Meeting Room, Room 2608
Wednesday, September 6 | 12 PM - 1 PM
Presented by The Counseling Center and The Office of Graduate ServicesDo you ever feel like you don't belong in grad school? Studies show that over 70% of individuals experience impostor feelings at some point in their lives. Do you worry that your professors and classmates will think you are a fraud? Known as the impostor phenomenon, these feelings of anxiousness and self-doubt burden us all at some point. We invite you to join us as an expert from the Counseling Center unmasks impostor phenomenon and shares the university resources available to help students feel more confident to succeed.
Balancing Graduate School & Life
Virtual via WebEx
Tuesday, September 19 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Presented by The Counseling Center and The Office of Graduate ServicesAs you develop your talents in graduate school, balancing work and life by implementing healthy and uncomplicated tools to protect your overall wellness is critical. We can help! Join the Office of Graduate Services as the Counseling Center speaks about balancing graduate school with personal life and everything else happening in the world today. This presentation will offer skills to help keep you grounded throughout your graduate career while still being able to stop and smell the roses of your accomplishments!
The Counseling Center
Visit the Counseling Center for wellness resources and to keep up-to-date with wellness their virtual wellness events.
GRADUATE SUCCESS SERIES
A series of events that expose graduate students to resources that will help them foster success in graduate school and beyond.
Skillful Small Talk
25 Park Place, The Dean's Meeting Room, Room 2608
Wednesday, September 27 | 1 PM - 2 PM
Presented by the ESL Program for Graduate Students, Department of Applied Linguistics & ESLRecommended For GSU College of Arts and Sciences International Graduate Students:
“Small talk” (polite conversation about seemingly unimportant or uncontroversial topics) is an expected form of communication in the workplace and classroom as well as in social situations. However, many international students report feeling awkward or even confused about this form of casual communication. Join us to explore why small talk is considered important in U.S. culture. Have fun practicing the skills needed to initiate small talk, keep the conversation going, and end politely.
There are only 40 available slots for this event. Please only register if you plan to attend. Lunch will be provided at 12:45 PM, with the session starting promptly at 1 PM.
Tame Your Writing Anxiety
Virtual via WebEx
Tuesday, October 3 | 11 AM - 12 PM
Presented by the Office of Graduate ServicesWhether new to graduate school, recently assigned an unfamiliar writing genre, or embarking upon a lengthy research project (such as a thesis or dissertation), everyone experiences writing anxiety. During this event, Samantha Jakobeit (PhD student in Rhetoric and Composition and former writing tutor) will discuss how to recognize writing anxiety and manage your writing deadlines and concerns effectively. Some of the topics discussed include building a writing network, developing a writing plan, establishing helpful habits and routines, and tips for researching a new writing genre.
GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP TRAINING SERIES
Professional development training for those holding a graduate assistantship. The spring 2022 series has concluded. Please use the resource below or reach out to the Office of Graduate Services for support.
FERPA for Graduate Assistants
25 Park Place, The Dean's Meeting Room, Room 2608
Wednesday, October 11 | 12:30 PM - 2 PM
Presented by The Office of Graduate ServicesAll student records are protected by the federal privacy law, FERPA (The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974). In this informative session, you will learn the FERPA basics as well as best practices for making sure you're in compliance and how to respond to real-life scenarios. This session is strongly recommended for all teaching assistants.Managing Difficult Conversations in the Classroom
As local and national events unfold, complex and sometimes difficult discussions are an inescapable part of higher education, particularly in the classroom. Use these resources as a guide to help you through difficult conversations in the classroom.
Resources
PROGRESSION WORKSHOPS
A series of events to guide students on their journey from beginning to end.
Thesis & Dissertation Formatting Office Hours
Virtual via WebEx
Ongoing; check iCollege for dates/times
Presented by the Office of Graduate ServicesYour master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation should be formatted according to the College of Arts & Sciences guidelines and submitted for review by the appropriate deadline. By the format review deadline, you must submit a single, complete draft of your manuscript within the mandatory template provided by our office.
Log into iCollege and view the WebEx tab in the CAS Thesis & Dissertation Formatting module to schedule your one-on-one formatting appointment.
Master's non-thesis, LaTeX users, and creative thesis students do not need to attend.
PAST EVENTS
Click "Watch Recording" under the title of any of our past events to view the WebEx recording.
The Resilient Scholar: A Conversation
WATCH RECORDING
Presented by Dr. Gabriel Kuperminc, Dr. Jeana Griffith, Ph.D. student Kirstin SylvesterNow more than ever, our mental and emotional well-being must remain the top priority. Not being able to bounce back from stressful situations can take its toll on your overall well-being and, ultimately, impede your ability to succeed in your graduate program. Use the link to watch an important conversation about building resilience into your academic journey, especially during these uncertain and challenging times.
Learn about the resources available to develop a growth mindset when approaching challenges and hear how you can view failure as a learning experience by integrating resilience into all aspects of your studies and life. View the online event page for resources shared during the event.
Overcoming Impostor Phenomenon
WATCH RECORDING
Presented by the Counseling CenterEver feel like you don't belong in grad school? Do you worry that your professors and classmates will think you are a fraud? Known as the impostor phenomenon, these feelings of anxiousness and self-doubt burden us all at some point.
Watch as an expert from the Counseling and Testing Center unmasks impostor phenomenon and shares the university resources available to help students feel more confident to succeed.
Mindfulness & Stress Reduction
WATCH RECORDING
Presented by Lineliz Vassallo from Panther Pause, the Center for Mindfulness at the Counseling CenterDo you lose yourself in a haze of stress as you balance academics with other responsibilities such as employment or family? As overwhelming as it all seems, there are healthy and productive ways to tackle the pressures of grad school along with all other demands in our lives.
Watch to learn calming, beneficial strategies to manage anxieties and stressors, increase awareness and concentration, and cultivate a sense of presence, focus, and peace.
Financial Literacy & Money Management
WATCH RECORDING
Presented by The Student Financial CenterWe all know that money can be tight for graduate students. Luckily, establishing smart financial habits can make a big difference no matter the budget. Presented by a financial literacy coordinator, watch this event to hear about topics such as types of student loans, managing anxiety about money, budgeting, saving, and repaying debt.
The information presented in this recording is accurate as of March 10, 2021. For the latest information, accurate dates and deadlines, loan requirements, and general resources, please visit Student Financial Services. It is the responsibility of each graduate student to research and stay abreast of financial aid and/or loan information.
