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Breaking barriers: The case for automatic admission
This article is the sixth in a series exploring how reimagining graduate education can contribute to solving global grand challenges. Previously, I discussed how students can access customized knowledge to develop new or different career skills. Now, let’s consider how automatic admission processes can open doors to graduate education — making the transition from undergraduate to master’s programs more accessible, flexible and student-centered.
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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?
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.
Reimagining graduate education from start to finish and beyond
This year, the Graduate College theme is “Solving global grand challenges,” which includes reimagining graduate education by fundamentally altering traditional approaches to higher learning to address the complexities of the modern world.
Human subjects research: When and why to consult the ASU IRB
If you are a student, faculty or staff whose research involves people (referred to as human subjects), you need to get approval first. At Arizona State University, this approval comes from the ASU Institutional Review Board.
Graduate funding deadlines: August to December 2024
This blog post will explain important funding and award deadlines for the fall 2024 semester.
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.
Chanting stories of tradition: A Fulbright student’s experience in the Philippines
Meet David Gowey, a 2023-24 Fulbright and PhD student in Sociocultural Anthropology. His research in the Philippines focuses on studying the Schools of Living Tradition, traditional Panay Bukidnon songs, dances and epic chanting.
Uncovering ancient climate adaptations: A Fulbright experience in South Africa
Meet Patrick Fahey, a PhD candidate in anthropology who was awarded a Fulbright Open Study/Research Award to uncover how ancient humans adapted their diets to climate change in South Africa.
Webinar series enhance your knowledge and practices in onboarding, funding and educational innovations for grad students
Check out the webinar recordings for the latest Building Networked Communities Summer Series.
Staff Spotlight: Mitch Hobza
As the Graduate College grows and expands its efforts to enrich the experiences of graduate students — we are excited to introduce our team members! Our fantastic staff are an integral component of our mission.
Accelerated Master's Award to support Arizona residents is launching fall 2024
The ASU Graduate College is launching the Accelerated Master's Award, aimed at supporting Arizona residents who are enrolled in accelerated master's programs.
Grad15: Nutrition Tips – A Recipe for Success in Graduate Studies
Here are some tips for living a healthy lifestyle in the fast-paced world of academia!
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…
Staff Spotlight: Riley Braase
Get to know Riley Braase, the Format and Curriculum Advisor for the Graduate Support Services team!
PhD student aims to empower communities through policy work
We’re excited to introduce Christina Bustos, a Graduate College Enrichment Fellowship recipient. In this Q&A, she discusses her professional growth through union involvement and educational policy.
Don't let negative feedback bring you down!
In this blog, we'll explore some tips for productively handling negative feedback!
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!
Using data to inform decision-making
Who you know is important, but what you know is equally crucial. Making informed decisions requires using data effectively; Dean Libby Wentz discusses how embracing the nuances in data could lead to the best outcome!
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.
Outstanding Faculty Mentor awardee spotlights
Mentoring is one of the central professional development pillars of graduate education. Every year, the Graduate College recognizes outstanding faculty members for their service to the graduate student and postdoctoral scholar communities through…
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.
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.