
Polished and prepared: ASU Graduate College hosts Etiquette Dinner for professional success
On April 1, 2025, the University Club Heritage Room at Arizona State University was filled with conversation, clinking flatware and an atmosphere o

Shaping your future: How graduate students can make an impact in science policy
Science policy is a powerful avenue for graduate students looking to apply their expertise beyond the lab.

Navigating the job market: Understanding the differences between a C.V. and a resume
On January 23, 2025, the Professional Development and Engagement team within the ASU Graduate College hosted a virtual Lunch and Learn se

Mentoring Matters: Supporting First-Generation Graduate Students
Graduate school can be a transformative yet challenging experience, particularly for first-generation students who may lack the social an

Grad15 webinars: Quick and impactful sessions for first-year graduate students
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Grad15: How to negotiate your salary
As a graduate student, you develop important professional skills such as effective communication, project management and creative problem-solving. One skill that is not often taught is how to negotiate a salary. This knowledge gap isn’t exclusive to graduate students - even professionals with years of experience may not feel confident in asking for a raise or for a fair salary offer.

The best ways to search for an industry job
What are the best ways to approach the search for an industry job? Natalie McIntyre, Career and Industry Specialist from ASU’s Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS), joined the Grad15 team to share some suggestions and resources.

Grad15: Improve your professional profile on LinkedIn
As the job market for academic professionals grows more competitive, a strong resume on its own won't cut it. During the latest Grad15 session, Amanda Athey, Director of Student Support Resources at the Graduate College, shared tips for leveraging your LinkedIn profile to build an online professional presence, learn about an industry, make connections, and build a personal brand to market yourself effectively to prospective employers.