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Reimagining the accelerated master’s degree: Flexibility for the modern graduate student
Did you know that undergraduate students in approved programs can start taking graduate coursework their senior year and apply credit towards a master’s degree?
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Graduate College celebrates Peace Corps Week and honors Coverdell Fellows
On March 1, 1961, President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps, an agency that is committed to “celebrating diversity around the world, building relationships and opportunity, and fostering equity and inclusion.”
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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…
Apply for an ASU Changemaker Grant
Changemaker Central @ ASU is currently offering an opportunity for graduate students and student organizations who have an idea to change their community. The ASU Changemaker Community Action Grants allow students to fund projects which…
Graduate College talks mentorship in Grad15 and Mentoring Matters sessions
In advance of the 2020-21 Outstanding Faculty Mentor Awards, the Graduate College hosted two mentoring sessions designed to help new graduate students develop and make the most of their mentoring relationships.
Student questions answered at spring 2021 Graduate Student Town Hall
On Thursday, February 4, the Graduate College hosted its second Graduate Student Town Hall to address questions concerning a variety of topics submitted by students. Questions were answered by panelists Elizabeth Wentz, vice provost and dean of…
Apply for a Knowledge Mobilization Spotlight Grant focused on innovation around issues of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion
Applications are now open for the Graduate College’s new round of Knowledge Mobilization Spotlight Grants.
The first round of $100 grants were awarded in November to 10 students who developed innovative ways to…
Water is a human rights issue for ASU PhD student Maria Maldonado
Maria Maldonado decided to pursue a career in engineering when she was 17 years old.
In her home country of Guatemala, this was out of the ordinary for a woman. But, from a young age, it was something her father…
Apply today for the Graduate College Knowledge Mobilization Awards
Applications are now open for the 5th annual Knowledge Mobilization Awards, presented by ASU’s Graduate College.
The Knowledge Mobilization Awards celebrate the achievement and innovation of graduate students and…
ASU events celebrate Black History Month
Black History Month is the annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. This year’s theme, established each year by the Association for The Study of African…
We are interdependent
"No individual or nation can stand out boasting of being independent. We are interdependent." Martin Luther King, Jr.
One day, back in graduate school, my advisor asked me to come into her office and share…
Register for PFx workshop with PhD Matters' John Paulas
No matter what field you are studying or what career you are pursuing, having a PhD is an impressive achievement.
Your PhD matters, inside and outside of academia.
Attend the ASU Graduate Student Town Hall on Thursday, February 4
The Graduate College is pleased to announce the second Graduate Student Town Hall, which will take place on Thursday, February 4 at 5:30 p.m.
It’s your chance to engage virtually with leaders from the Graduate…
Don’t miss out on these upcoming events hosted by the Graduate College this spring!
As the ASU community continues to navigate the global pandemic, the Graduate College remains committed to recognizing student and faculty achievements and curating professional development opportunities through virtual events this…
Virtual Graduate Workshop Series returns for Spring 2021 with more academic resources for graduate students
The Graduate Academic Support Center is offering another Graduate Workshop Series for the Spring 2021 academic year.
The Graduate Workshop Series is a collection of virtual lectures focused on a variety of topics…
ASU events promote wellness and equity for Sun Devils
Welcome back Sun Devils! During these hectic times, it is more important than ever to stay informed on current events and to take care of your mental and physical well-being. Here at the Graduate College, we want to highlight events for graduate…
Funding opportunity: Caregiver Assistance Fellowship for graduate student caregivers during COVID-19 pandemic
The ASU Graduate College is pleased to announce the creation of the Caregiver Assistance Fellowship intended to support graduate students who are parents or caregivers and who have had additional financial burden due to COVID-19…
ASU Graduate Student Katreena Thomas wants to make engineering education more diverse and inclusive
Being an engineer has always made sense for Katreena Thomas. She has always been good at math and science, her mother encouraged her to pursue engineering by enrolling her in STEM camps and classes, and she always loved the idea of…
Knowledge Mobilization Spotlight: Graduate students find innovative ways to continue educating despite COVID-19 related challenges
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on education, affecting students, teachers and other faculty members. The cancellation of in-person classes and the introduction of virtual learning has posed many challenges to those…
Knowledge Mobilization Spotlight: How the research of 3 graduate students studying mental health evolved to include the effects of COVID-19
There is no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the mental health of people all around the world.
Register now for Spring Postdoc Lunch and Learns
This spring’s Lunch and Learn lineup is nearly complete. Postdoc Lunch and Learns are designed to give postdocs the opportunity to learn new skills or concepts to help them to successfully find a job and be more competitive on the…
Knowledge Mobilization Spotlight: Graduate students focused on language learning innovated to create virtual projects as COVID-19 limited in-person interaction
Language learning is a very inter-personal subject that often requires face-to face attention and instruction. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has put a stop to these things and has delayed teaching and research in the field of…
Graduate College Unveils a New iPOS Feature to Improve Student-Advisor Relationships
The Graduate College has unveiled Manage Staff Advisor, a feature of the Interactive Program of Study (iPOS) that allows units to assign students to specific advisors. It helps personalize the student-advisor relationship by providing…
ASU Graduate College Data and IT: How to slay data monsters
How do you slay data monsters in higher education? That was the theme of the fourth annual ASU Data Conference hosted by the ASU University Technology Office (UTO). The conference offered an excellent opportunity for the Graduate…
Knowledge Mobilization Spotlight: When travel plans were cancelled due to COVID-19, these graduate students continued their international research from home
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an enormous impact on international travel due to safety concerns, closed borders and travel restrictions. For many, plans to travel internationally had to be put on hold. Those who were already abroad had…