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What it means to be unstoppable
This month’s bold word is “unstoppable” — a reflection on persistence, adaptability and the courage to keep moving forward. Dean Wentz explores how empathy and determination work together to help us adapt today to shape tomorrow, with insights from ASU faculty and a preview of the upcoming Distinguished Lecture featuring Anthony Robles.
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Mickelson appointed Assistant Dean of Data Analytics and Graduate Program Performance at ASU Graduate College
Kristin Mickelson, a distinguished social and health psychology scholar and professor of psychology in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, has been app
Student Spotlight: Joseph Karanja — Tackling Heat Vulnerability Through Research
Meet Joseph Karanja, a fourth-year PhD candidate at ASU's School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning.
Your guide to the ASU Library: Tips for study, research and teaching
Learn about ASU Library resources for students, instructors and researchers, offering tools like One Search, databases, librarian support and course resource services.
Reimagining the accelerated master’s degree: Flexibility for the modern graduate student
Did you know that ASU undergraduate students in approved programs can start taking graduate coursework their senior year and apply that credit towards a master’s degree?
Innovating across borders: French delegation highlights research and study opportunities for ASU graduate students
On October 1, the ASU Graduate College hosted an exciting event for graduate students looking to expand their research and study opportunities in France.
Alumni Spotlight — Tim Cope | From Entrepreneurship to Activism
We are excited to spotlight Tim Cope, an ASU Computer Science alumni and co-founder of the $200 million software company Origami Risk.
Building a resilient future: How Karen O’Brien inspires climate solutions
Karen O’Brien, a Professor of Human Geography at the University of Oslo and co-founder of cCHANGE, has spent decades addressi
Driving change: Khampha Stempel's journey to a sustainable future
We’re excited to introduce Khampha Stempel, a Graduate College Enrichment Fellow dedicated to exploring the intersections of sustainability and justice.
Shaping the future: ISSUES Magazine on science policy, innovation and social progress
Women’s sexual health, a landmark Black neuroscience study, and the role of labor unions in artificial intelligence may not seem to have much in common.
Fall info sessions: A guide to fellowships and grants for graduate students
Are you interested in learning how external fellowships and grants can support your graduate studies and research?
Beyond the traditional: How ASU's flexible programs meet global needs
The ASU Graduate College is enhancing student support by offering flexibility in designing their graduate education through stackable certificates.
You're Invited! 2024 Distinguished Lecture featuring Professor Karen O’Brien
You matter more than you think!
Join Arizona State University's Graduate College for the 2024 Elizabeth A.
Student Spotlight: Creating economic opportunities for women farmers in sub-Saharan Africa
Meet Tripke Travel Grant recipient Bukky Makinde, a PhD candidate at the College of Global Futures. Learn about her research, focused on women's empowerment in agriculture within the Global South.
These inaugural Presidential Graduate Assistantship graduates bring art to the real world
In this Q&A, we learn about the first graduates from the Presidential Graduate Assistants program.
Creating the conditions for success through effective mentorship
As we progress through our academic and professional endeavors, we may face obstacles. This is where the concept of a matrix of mentors comes in — a network that can provide different types of support at various stages of our careers. Dean Libby…
Shape the Future of ASU Graduate Housing: Take the GradSPACE Survey!
Let's build a future where affordability, convenience and community go hand-in-hand - take the GradSPACE survey today!
Graduate College Enrichment Fellowship recipient explores factors that shape development
We’re excited to introduce Tiffany Tran, a recipient of the Graduate College Enrichment Fellowship, who is passionate about understanding how environmental and genetic factors influence youth development.
Amy Markos - Outstanding Faculty Mentor awardee spotlights
As we celebrate this year’s Outstanding Faculty Mentors, we would like to showcase the winners’ remarkable work in mentoring. Their stories illustrate the profound impact of mentorship on both the mentor and mentee.
Graduate student support through research participation
ASU provides numerous pathways to support graduate students emotionally, financially, and academically–to name a few. But what about support through research participation?
Doctoral student strives for better healthcare communication
Rezaul Karim believes that in the world of healthcare, communication is key. In this Q&A, this Enrichment Fellow discusses his passion for solving health disparities and long-term aspirations.
Hats off to these brilliant minds: congrats to all the new grads!
Graduating is a significant milestone that deserves recognition! 🎓 Meet these exceptional fall 2023 grads who just tossed their caps to the sky!
Behavioral neuroscientist examines the intersection between bees and food production
We talk to behavioral neuroscientist Brian Smith, in part one of a two-part interview about bees and their role in agriculture and food.
Environmental physiologist investigates how bees function and their role in our ecosystem
Bees have a crucial role in pollination, which helps in producing food for humans and animals alike. In part two of our interview series, we talk to environmental physiologist Jon Harrison about bees and their role in agriculture and food.
Research Plus Me amplifies and accelerates the research studies of two ASU graduate students
Recruiting participants for a study can require significant time, money and resources. Thanks to ASU’s Research Plus Me platform, graduate students have a new, no-cost resource for participant recruitment! We share two student experiences from the…