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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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Arizona Postdoc Research Conference highlights National Postdoc Appreciation Week
The first-ever Arizona Postdoctoral Research Conference was held in September 2019. This was the first collaborative, interdisciplinary and state-wide conference organized by the University of Arizona and Arizona State University postdoctoral…
Distinguished award program advises ASU student applicants
Arizona State University graduate student Shantel Marekera has been awarded the 2019 Rhodes Scholarship, making her one of the 32 young students from the United States who receive the award each year.
The Rhodes…
Outstanding Graduate Faculty mentoring spotlight: Dr. Gabriel Shaibi, College of Nursing and Health Innovation
The Outstanding Faculty Mentor Awards showcases the importance of relationship building.
31 years of recognizing excellence in mentoring: Meet the 2018-19 outstanding faculty mentors
Graduate College recognizes efforts and awards outstanding faculty.
Helping to create opportunities for women of color in STEM
Now an executive in Chandler, Gabriela González shares her thoughts on women in STEM.
Cheers to 2018!
Based on what I observed on social media over the past few weeks, for many of my friends and followers 2018 was… well… not so great. One meme that I particularly remember said, “2018…What the hell was that??” Hopefully your 2018…
GPSA Graduate Student Fall Welcome 2021
Gear up for the upcoming semester with the Graduate and Professional Student Association's marquee event for all incoming and current graduate students.
GPSA's Fall Welcome 2021 will take place on August 19, 2021, from 3 to 5 p.m. on…
Events Commemorating ASU’s Women’s HERstory Month
Nationally, March has been heralded as Women’s History Month since 1987 thanks to the pioneering efforts of the National Women’s History Project - now called the National Women’s History Alliance. At ASU, the community has created Women…
ASU’s “Think!” campaign continues through October as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month
This October, do your part to ensure online safety and security by participating in ASU’s “Think!” campaign. The university is hosting this campaign as part of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which is sponsored by the Department…
Grad15: Web interview etiquette for graduate students
For this week’s Grad15 mini-webinar, Melissa Werner, Certified Special Events Professional and Executive Director of the Office of University Events and Protocol, joined us to share tips for taking part…
Faculty Job Application workshop series draws huge audience
We hope you were able to attend some of our Faculty Job Application Workshop series sessions this fall. Launched in August, the series is timed to help postdocs apply for faculty job openings typically posted in early fall.
The…
Connected Academics at ASU
As the 2018-19 academic year came to a close and most students and faculty began their summer hiatus, Connected Academics at ASU geared up for two, separate, three-day events to further prepare doctoral students of language and…
Scientific presentations: When public speaking is unavoidable
Public speaking is stressful. In fact, researchers use public speaking to induce stress in reticent humans (known as the trier social stress test). Thankfully, there are a wealth of strategies to keep audiences engaged and attenuate some of the…
Professional Development Series offers something for everyone
With the fall semester well underway, the new schedule of postdoc professional development workshops is also ticking along.
The Postdoctoral Affairs Office offers at least one class each month in each of the areas of academia,…
Five Questions with Meagan Docherty, ASU Postdoc in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
1. Tell us about yourself…
I’m from New Jersey, northern New Jersey – lived there all my life. I play guitar and ukulele. I’m an avid animal…
ASU Black History Month Pop Culture Corner
The Sexual and Relationship Violence Prevention Program in celebrating Black History Month at a special Pop Culture Corner on Tuesday, February 15 from 5
Postdoc Profile: Aaron Flores
Dr. Aaron Flores is a Presidential Postdoctoral Scholar at the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning. Dr. Flores is a human-environmental geographer whose research has examined environental justice, social vulnerability, and health…
Adapting educational practices to meet students where they are
One of my graduate teaching and mentoring philosophies is to “meet students where they are.” You might be wondering what that means.
Breaking the stigma: Resources and tips during Suicide Prevention Month
Remember that mental health and emotional wellness should take priority as the semester gets well underway. This blog provides essential wellness tips and crisis resources during Suicide Prevention Month.
Cindi SturtzSreetharan - 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.
Postdoc Research Blitz Launches Collaborations
An ASU researcher developing near-real-time earth satellite photography. Another researcher focusing on therapeutic applications of virus-derived anti-inflammatory proteins and peptides. A third focusing on isotopic landscapes, and two more…
Join a Postdoc Writing Group
Do you have trouble getting motivated to write? Or maybe you’re just so busy in the lab that you feel like you don’t have time? Writing groups can be a great way to get motivated and set aside time for writing!
The ASU…
Profiles in the private sector: Lessons from ASU alumni
How does a graduate student get an industry position? What are the expectations of employment in industry?
Building a more resilient graduate community
Over the past several months, the Graduate College has conducted listening sessions with graduate students and faculty communities. These sessions allowed us to observe this generation’s resiliency. As deans, we find ourselves in awe of…