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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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Postdoc Profile: Ronald A Nelson, Jr.
Dr. Ronald A Nelson, Jr. is a postdoctoral fellow at Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering where he is working on developing innovative research that advances multi-million dollar initiatives focusing on regenerative medicine and biomedical…
IEW Profile: Leen Elharake
Leen Elharake studies Urban and Environmental Planning at the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning. As a graduate student, she received the Fulbright Foreign Student Fellowship, which has allowed her to engage with local organizations…
Essential resources for your first week as a graduate student
While the experience of being a graduate student is varied and unique, there are common phenomena that most, if not all, graduate students will encounter after enrolling in a new program. Here are tips to help you acclimate and have a great first…
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…
The key takeaways from the latest Lunch 'n' Learn workshops
The first of two Lunch ‘n Learn workshops in June kicked off the summer for ASU Postdocs. The purpose of the Lunch 'n Learn program at the ASU Postdoc Affairs Office is to provide opportunities for postdocs to learn professional skills to…
Supporting graduate student health and well-being
“You're in pretty good shape for the shape you are in.” --Dr. Seuss
Our physical health and our mental health are closely intertwined, so the health of one affects the health of the other. I use exercise to improve my mental health.
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…
Celebrating National Postdoc Appreciation Week
National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week was different this year due to COVID-19 event restrictions. Unfortunately, the Annual Appreciation Breakfast and end-of-the-week family picnic were both canceled. In their place, however, a robust…
The Mentoring Connection: Peer mentoring
Read up on some of the ways you can care for yourself through mentorship.
Summer 2019 completion deadlines
The end of summer will be here before we know it. Students should refer to the deadlines below to make sure they are on track for completion this semester.
June 28: Last day to schedule an oral defense of a thesis/dissertation
July 15…
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…