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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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Was my master’s degree worth it?
Was getting my master’s degree worth it? If this question stopped you from pursuing a master’s or crossed your mind before you began a program—you are not alone.
Pride Month: Events happening around Arizona
Pride Month, celebrated during the month of June brings rainbow flags, glitter and festivities all across the globe, recognizing the LGBTQIA+ community and culture.
Registration open for Summer Graduate Writing Camps
University Academic Success Programs is hosting two summer graduate writing camps in June for Arizona State University enrolled graduate students.
Sitting on both sides of the table: Tips for combating job interview stress
The end of the school year is approaching. Sure, there’s excitement in the air, but endings can also bring uncertainty and insecurity. This is especially true when it comes to a top end-of-year stressor—the job application process.
ASU students earn Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning Associate-level Certifications
Six students have been awarded Associate-level Certifications from the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning Network.
PhD candidate draws on Arizona upbringing to tell Latinx and Indigenous stories
On an early Sunday morning, Oscar Mancinas sits at his desk working on his next book. For him, writing is a process that can take place over the course of a week, month or even several years.
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.
Graduate College annual event celebrates scholars and their contributions to ASU
On March 31, the Graduate College hosted its annual “Celebrating Excellence” event to recognize the success of students who are a recipient of one or more awards funded or administered by the Graduate College in
Student Advisory Group improves graduate student experience at ASU
The Graduate College Student Advisory Group, established in the fall of 2020, is a 12-student committee that is tasked with addressing the graduate climate at ASU.
Resilience can turn setbacks into opportunities
You’re all familiar with the expression “when one door closes another door opens” and in honor of women’s history month, I want to share with you one such story.
How to format and submit your thesis or dissertation
A thesis or dissertation is the culmination of your scholarly work in graduate school submitted as a written document.
Outstanding Faculty Mentor Awardees reflect on mentorship
The Graduate College honored four ASU graduate professors at the 35th annual Outstanding Faculty Mentor Awards on Feb. 28, 2022.
Honoring Arizona women who have provided healing and promoted health
Every March, the U.S. celebrates Women’s History Month to honor women’s contributions to history, culture and society.
Highlights from the 2022 Graduate College town hall event
On Feb. 17, the Graduate College hosted its third annual Graduate Student Town Hall to address the most pressing concerns facing Arizona State University’s graduate students.
Learning how to say the right thing at the right time
Once upon a time—a long time ago—I was sitting among some friends and acquaintances when a heated discussion around race and antisemitism broke out.
Congratulations to the 2021-22 Outstanding Faculty Mentors
The Graduate College will honor four ASU graduate professors at the 35th annual Outstanding Faculty Mentor Awards on Feb. 28, 2022.
Honoring Black medical practitioners, health innovators and scholars this Black History Month
ASU Black History Month Pop Culture Corner
The Sexual and Relationship Violence Prevention Program in celebrating Black History Month at a special Pop Culture Corner on Tuesday, February 15 from 5
Setting goals for success in the new year
At the beginning of each new year, we hear a lot about New Year’s resolutions in the media – mostly about how often we fail to keep them. The reasons?
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.
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.
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.
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