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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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ASU Graduate College supports STEM PhDs pursuing fellowships in Washington, D.C.
What else do science and technology PhD students do when they graduate besides work in the academy?
According to the Distinguished Awards office of Arizona State University's Graduate College, some join the legislative and…
Nominate an outstanding faculty mentor by November 1, 2018
Faculty members play a tremendous role in the development of scholarly identities. They enhance students’ training and support. Recognize your faculty member’s contribution to your educational experience by nominating them for an Outstanding…
Upcoming funding deadlines: Summer travel awards
May 25, 2018 is the deadline to apply for travel awards for the period of July 1 through September 30, 2018. These awards, offered in amounts up to $500, reimburse graduate students for airfare and/or registration costs associated with…
Commemorating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at ASU
Every April, ASU celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This month honors the history, heritage, achievements and contributions of Asian and Pacific Islanders in the U.S.
Embrace the process: Developing competitive applications for fellowships and grants
Wouldn’t we all want three easy steps that tell us how to instantly land fellowships or grants? We may not have a magical formula, but we do have advice on how to make the application the best it can be.
Presidential scholar uncovers heating and weather-hazard inequities in the Valley
This month, we highlight Aaron Flores, a Presidential Postdoctoral Research Scholar whose work centers on environmental justice with a focus on extreme heat conditions. In this Q&A, he talks about weather-related hazards and disasters and the…
How to practice different forms of gratefulness
The season of giving is here! There are various ways to give thanks, from cooking with a loved one, establishing a meditation practice or sending a card. Here's how to express more gratitude in your life!
Expanding diplomatic horizons: A Fulbright journey to Armenia
Meet Collin Frank, a 2023-24 Fulbright student. In this Q&A, he shares his experience in Armenia, where he deepened his understanding of the culture and explored ways to improve peer-to-peer diplomacy.
Postdocs gather for a career conference
The NSF defines a Postdoctoral Scholar as “an individual who has received a doctoral degree and is engaged in a temporary period of mentored training to enhance their professional skills to pursue his or her chosen career path.”
It was…
Register for upcoming postdoc events
The Graduate College’s Postdoctoral Affairs Office has a variety of upcoming events to help enrich the experiences of postdocs at ASU.
Events vary from in-person to virtual, or oftentimes both. Registration is required for both…
Student Funding Spotlight: Gastwirth Graduate Fellowship Program
This year, the Graduate College has re-launched the Gaswirth Graduate Student Loan Fellowship Program as an opportunity for doctoral students with an intention to pursue full-time employment for the betterment of sciences and humanities at…
Salute to Service: Reynaldo Kieser is serving as an essential worker on multiple fronts during the COVID-19 pandemic
Reynaldo Kieser has been serving as an essential worker on several fronts throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. As a teacher and health care worker, he is working to keep people safe while educating others to do the same. Simultaneously,…
Best practice: Developing resilience and overcoming imposter syndrome
In today's academic and career environments, graduate students face a great deal of stress, both from external sources (faculty committees, academic chairs, lab supervisors) and internal ones (the pressure to achieve, need to live up to…
Apply for a Graduate College Faculty Fellowship
The Graduate College is accepting applications for the 2020-21 Graduate College Fellows Program. The purpose of this initiative is to foster interdisciplinary curriculum innovations in graduate education that will benefit graduate students across…
Initiating mentoring relationships
Mentoring is a relationship entailing formal or informal processes whereby a mentor provides intentional guidance, motivation, and encouragement. Mentors also share knowledge, experiences, and perspectives to empower the mentee in the…
IRC Changemaker Challenge winners
Each year, IRC students groups vie for grant funding for programs of their design.
Curating authentic representations of deep learning: Tips for your digital portfolio
Showcase your accomplishments and reflect on your learning.
Postdoc Research Blitz launches collaborations
The Postdoctoral Affairs Office launched their inaugural Postdoc Research Blitz on June 20, 2018.
Five questions with postdoc Eduardo Domingos da Silva Freitas
1. Tell us a little about yourself.
I was born and grew up in the state of Paraíba, located in the northeastern portion of Brazil. That's where I got my undergraduate degree in physical education from UNIPÊ in 2011.
Postdoc Profile: Devin Bowes
Dr. Devin Bowes is a Postdoctoral Research Scholar at the Biodesign Center for Environmental Health Engineering whose research leverages community wastewater to non-invasively and comprehensively understand various aspects of population health and…
IEW Profile: Shehla Inam
Shehla Inam, an international student from Pakistan, studies Biomedical Engineering at the School of Biological and Health Systems Engineering. She received the Fulbright Foreign Student Fellowship and has loved studying at ASU that has allowed her…
Scholar recognizes the importance of time and community when building connections
In this Q&A, we highlight Preparing Future Faculty and Scholars (PFx) program attendee Jamal Brooks-Hawkins, a third-year Gender Studies PhD student specializing in Black, sexual and gender minorities in the African diaspora. In this interview,…
What leads students to complete PhD degrees?
Dean Libby Wentz highlights fascinating research on what drives students to complete a PhD. Along with the data, she shares a few key factors she’s noticed – that contribute to successful completion (hint: community goes a long way!)
AAAS Deadline and Ford Fellowship Info Session
UPCOMING APPLICATION DEADLINE—November 1, 2018
AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships
STPF provides opportunities to outstanding scientists and engineers to learn first-hand about policymaking and contribute their…