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Don’t miss out on these upcoming events hosted by the Graduate College this spring!
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Virtual Graduate Workshop Series returns for Spring 2021 with more academic resources for graduate students
ASU events promote wellness and equity for Sun Devils
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Professional Development and Events

Don’t miss out on these upcoming events hosted by the Graduate College this spring!

By Keith Chandler on January 26, 2021

As the ASU community continues to navigate the global pandemic, the Graduate College remains committed to recognizing student and faculty achievements and curating professional development opportunities through virtual events this spring. 
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Professional Development and Events
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Virtual Graduate Workshop Series returns for Spring 2021 with more academic resources for graduate students

By Emily Carman on January 15, 2021

The Graduate Academic Support Center is offering another Graduate Workshop Series for the Spring 2021 academic year. 
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ASU events promote wellness and equity for Sun Devils

By Rachel Miserlian on January 13, 2021

Welcome back Sun Devils! During these hectic times, it is more important than ever to stay informed on current events and to take care of your mental and physical well-being.
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Awards and Funding Opportunities

Funding opportunity: Caregiver Assistance Fellowship for graduate student caregivers during COVID-19 pandemic

By Emily Carman on January 12, 2021

The ASU Graduate College is pleased to announce the creation of the Caregiver Assistance Fellowship intended to support gr
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ASU Graduate Student Katreena Thomas wants to make engineering education more diverse and inclusive

By Emily Carman on January 5, 2021

Being an engineer has always made sense for Katreena Thomas. She has always been good at math and science, her mother encouraged her to pursue engineering by enrolling her in STEM camps and classes, and she always loved the idea of being a problem solver.  
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Awards and Funding Opportunities

Knowledge Mobilization Spotlight: Graduate students find innovative ways to continue educating despite COVID-19 related challenges

By Emily Carman on December 23, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on education, affecting students, teachers and other faculty members. The cancellation of in-person classes and the introduction of virtual learning has posed many challenges to those working in the field.
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Awards and Funding Opportunities

Knowledge Mobilization Spotlight: How the research of 3 graduate students studying mental health evolved to include the effects of COVID-19

By Emily Carman on December 17, 2020

There is no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the mental health of people all around the world. For some, COVID-19 and quarantines put a stop to their everyday lives leading to feelings of boredom, isolation and restlessness.
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Professional Development and Events

Register now for Spring Postdoc Lunch and Learns

By Wiley Larson on December 17, 2020

This spring’s Lunch and Learn lineup is nearly complete.  Postdoc Lunch and Learns are designed to give postdocs the opportunity to learn new skills or concepts to help them to successfully find a job and be more competitive on the job market.  
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Awards and Funding Opportunities

Knowledge Mobilization Spotlight: Graduate students focused on language learning innovated to create virtual projects as COVID-19 limited in-person interaction

By Emily Carman on December 9, 2020

Language learning is a very inter-personal subject that often requires face-to face attention and instruction. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has put a stop to these things and has delayed teaching and research in the field of language learning. 
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Graduate College Unveils a New iPOS Feature to Improve Student-Advisor Relationships

Posted on December 8, 2020

The Graduate College has unveiled Manage Staff Advisor, a feature of the Interactive Program of Study (iPOS) that allows units to assign students to specific advisors.
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