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Rethinking collaborative dissertations — a conversation with Faculty Fellows Nancy Cooke and Josephine Marsh

This article is the seventh in a series exploring how reimagining graduate education can contribute to solving global grand challenges. Previously, I described an automatic admission process and explained why universities should adopt it. The focus of this post is: What if graduate students could collaborate with their peers on research, earning degrees through team research?

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Graduate Student Funding Spotlight: Esther Pretti

Student Funding Spotlight with Esther Pretti: Enrichment Fellowship

The Graduate College Enrichment Fellowship, formerly the Interdisciplinary Enrichment Fellowship is currently open for nominations of outstanding incoming graduate students.

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Commencement remarks by ASU GPSA President Nicole Mayberry fall 2021

Remarks delivered by GPSA President Nicole Mayberry at the fall 2021 Commencement ceremony on December 11, 2021 and published here with her permission.

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Victoria Barbosa turns first generation experience into success for others

For Victoria Barbosa, navigating college as a first-generation student was daunting. 

Ending the year with reflection and gratitude

Like many of you, this is the time of year when I take time for reflection and gratitude.

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Don’t miss these upcoming Graduate College funding deadlines

Each year the Graduate College provides funding to graduate students and degree programs across all academic disciplines through fellowships, grants, and awards for a variety of academic and professional d

Five questions with Dr. Eduardo Domingos da Silva Freitas

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.

Dr. Sally Morton speaks at National Postdoc Appreciation Week event

Postdoc ideas change the world: Dr. Sally Morton speaks during Postdoc Appreciation Week

ASU’s Executive Vice President for the Knowledge Enterprise Dr. Sally C. Morton was the guest speaker at the annual Postdoc Appreciation Breakfast on September 21, 2021.

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Get free membership to The Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning

How does research translate to the classroom? Here in the Postdoc Office, this is something we have been thinking about.  

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Apply for travel awards to the National Postdoctoral Association Conference

The National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) is pleased to offer travel awards for postdoctoral scholars to attend the 20th NPA Annual Conference, which will be held at the Pa

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What’s an individual development plan and why do I need one?

For postdocs who are looking for employment, an IDP can help.

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ASU commemorates Native American Heritage Month

November is Native American Heritage Month. During this month, we celebrate the cultures, contributions, histories and traditions of Indigenous people.

It’s a marathon, not a sprint: Four tips for completing graduate school or a triathlon

“This is too hard,” I told myself. “You’re doing it!” yelled someone I didn’t know.

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Free membership to the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning Network

ASU has joined the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning as a member institution.

LGBTQ+ History Month and graduate resources

October is LGBTQ+ History Month. This month commemorates the vast history of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer communities and is centered around National Coming Out Day, which takes place annually Oct. 11. LGBTQ+ History…

ASU Scholars Celebrated by Phoenix Chapter of the ARCS Foundation

At their October 8 Scholar Dinner, the Phoenix Chapter of the Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCS)  Foundation brought together doctoral students from all three of Arizona’s state institutions who received the…

The importance of knowing our values

Last month we welcomed you back to a “new normal” school year, reflecting on how resilient we have been during the pandemic. As we’ve gathered back together in real life, we’ve also had more up close and personal opportunities to experience the “…

ASU graduate alumni honor Hispanic heritage through design

To commemorate Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, three ASU alumni designers collaborated with Los Diablos, the official Latino chapter of ASU Alumni, and ASU communicators to design graphics that reflect the Hispanic and Latinx…

Online Grad Fair provides discounts on graduation packages

No matter where you are when you finally turn your tassel, you should feel proud of your incredible achievement.

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How to commemorate Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month at ASU

Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, honors the stories and experiences of Chicanx, Latinx and Hispanic cultures. Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month began as  a commemorative week in 1968…

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…

Free membership to New York Academy of Sciences

 Arizona State University recently became an Institutional Member of the New York Academy of Sciences and sponsors free memberships for all interested students, postdocs and faculty. 

The Academy, founded in 1817, has helped…

Unpacking imposter syndrome

Grad15: Unpacking imposter syndrome

As we launch into a new academic year and grapple with the return of ‘normal’ campus life, the Graduate College remains committed to helping new graduate students find the resources they need to thrive.

For this fall’s…

ASU Library Resources for Graduate Students

The ASU Library has a variety of resources with a wealth of information specifically for graduate students. We urge students to take advantage of the library offerings below. 

Academic Support

"Library 501: What Grad…

Register for Upcoming Grad15 Webinars

This fall, the Graduate College will continue hosting the Grab15 webinar series to support graduate students’ professional development and guide them through their academic career and beyond.

All sessions are held via…