Workshops
Graduate Writing Symposium Series
IRIC 305 and via Zoom
The Graduate Student Writing Symposium is a series of workshops intended to prepare graduate students for the academic writing process. Workshops in the series will be presented by the Writing Center, the Counseling and Testing Center and members of the graduate faculty.
- Managing Stress During the Writing Process
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13
- Collaborating with your Committee and Co-authors
- 1-2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22
- Long-term Planning
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28
- Overcoming Writer’s Block
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7
Professional Development Initiative
ISUB 329 and via Zoom *except Sept. 22
The Professional Development Initiative (PDI) includes events, workshops, and classes intended to provide opportunities to promote the academic and professional success of graduate students, postdocs and other early career trainees. This series of events is facilitated by the Career Services office.
- C.V./Resume Workshop, Part
- 10-10:45 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 15
- C.V./Resume Workshop, Part 2
- 1-3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22.
One World Café (533 S Main in Moscow), Window Room
- 1-3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22.
- Guide to Federal Employment
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, Nov.10
- Salary Negotiations
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17
Conference Preparation Series
Location TBD and via Zoom
The aim of this workshop series is to prepare graduate students and postdocs for the academic, professional, and social components of participating in conferences and other research presentations.
- Designing a Research Poster
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10
- Designing a Research Presentation
- Date TBD
- Delivering a Compelling Presentation
- Date TBD
- Effective Networking
- 1:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2
Graduate Student Mental Health Series
ISUB Clearwater Room and via Zoom
Led by Faculty from the Counseling and Testing Center (CTC), these monthly presentations center around mental health topics especially relevant to graduate and professional students.
- Starting Strong with Self-Care
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31
- Laying the Groundwork for Better Advisor Relationships
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27
- How to Be Kinder to You
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26
- Battling Burnout
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30
Fellowship Application Support Session
Location TBD and via Zoom
- 10-11 a.m. Thursday Sept. 22
This support session will help prepare students to submit prestigious fellowship applications for the upcoming funding cycle, 2022-2023. Students in the final stages of writing an application for the GRFP, Ford Foundation, National Defense, or F31-NIH fellowships for submission in the 2022-2023 funding cycle are encouraged to attend this informational feedback session. Attendees should bring working application documents and any questions they have about the application process. A workshop for students interested in applying for the 2023-2024 funding cycle will be held during the Spring 2023 semester.
Graduate Student “How to…” Series
Via Zoom
Workshops in the “Grad Student How To” series are focused on important skills to learn as a graduate student, including formatting of a thesis or dissertation, the process for earning a master's or doctoral degree, funding, and GPSA award applications.
How to Format your Thesis/Dissertation
- 10-11 a.m. Monday Oct. 17: Workshop 1: Getting Started on the Right Page
- 10-11 a.m. Monday Oct. 31: Workshop 2: Feedback and Troubleshooting
These two workshops help graduate students understand how to start formatting a thesis or dissertation, provide helpful tips and guidelines, and describe all required components of a finished product. The second workshop focuses on troubleshooting any problems students encounter as they go through the formatting process.
How to Apply for GPSA Travel and Publication Awards
- 1-2 p.m. Tuesday Nov.29
Led by students from the Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA), this workshop will guide graduate students through the process of applying for Travel or Publication Awards through GPSA. Covered topics will include eligibility, deadlines, application requirements, and helpful tips to make the process go smoothly.
How to Earn your Master’s Degree
- 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday Nov. 9
The College of Graduate Studies presents two workshops to guide graduate students through every step of the master's and doctoral processes, including dates, deadlines, planning documents, and explanations of COGS forms and procedures. Students should bring their questions!
How to Earn your Doctoral Degree
- 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday Nov. 16
The College of Graduate Studies presents two workshops to guide graduate students through every step of the master's and doctoral processes, including dates, deadlines, planning documents, and explanations of COGS forms and procedures. Students should bring their questions!
• How to Fund your Graduate Education
- 4:30-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26
Join members of the College of Graduate Studies team along with other prospective students to learn the process of grad school funding. This session takes a close look at opportunities and resources for funding your graduate education. (ideally for prospective students)
• How to Create a Study Plan and Check your Degree Audit
- 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2
The College of Graduate Studies presents this workshop to show graduate students how to create their online study plans, as well as how to check degree progress and make changes when necessary.