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UT’s Philosophy Graduate Program Moves up to Number 8 in Newly Published U.S. Rankings

Jan. 15, 2025
The University of Texas at Austin’s philosophy graduate program has moved into the top 10 of U.S. program rankings. The program is now tied for eighth place with the University of Pittsburgh, ahead of schools such as Harvard, Stanford, and MIT.
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Announcing the Graduate School Office of Career and Life Design

Jan. 14, 2025
I am writing to announce that the Graduate School’s Office of Career and Life Design has officially launched, and to tell you more about the exciting opportunities designed to further the success of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows at UT Austin and beyond.
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Postdoc Research: Some Bacteria Evolve Like Clockwork With the Seasons

Jan. 3, 2025
According to a new study in Nature Microbiology, researchers, which includes a UT postdoctoral fellow, found that through the course of a year, most individual species of bacteria in Lake Mendota rapidly evolved, apparently in response to dramatically changing seasons.
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Resources for Graduate Students - December 2024

Dec. 16, 2024
With winter break upon us, I want to take a moment to encourage you to reflect on your hard work and dedication this semester. You've navigated projects and papers, research questions and the creative process, all bringing you closer to achieving your academic and professional goals.
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Resources for Graduate Students - November 2024

Nov. 21, 2024
With fall break around the corner, I know you are ready for some well-deserved time off! Whether you are traveling to see friends and family or staying in Austin, make sure to take some time to practice self-care as you prepare for the end of the semester.
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Empowering Nurses to Lead: DNP Graduate Jennie Joyner’s Path to Impactful Leadership

Nov. 8, 2024
During her time at the School of Nursing as a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) student, Spring 2024 graduate Jennifer (Jennie) Joyner, DNP, MSN, CPNP-AC, experienced personal and professional growth.
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Texas guard advances career through Moody College master’s program

Nov. 7, 2024
In her senior year, University of Texas at Austin guard Shay Holle played in all 38 Longhorn women’s basketball games. She scored double figures in 13, recorded five steals for Texas in their road to victory against Baylor and had a career-high of 22 points on 10-12 from the field against Oklahoma. But of all the games she’s played, Holle said one of her most prized wins is her degree from UT.
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Upcoming Career Events for International Grad Students and Postdocs

Nov. 6, 2024
International Education week is November 11-15. Jumpstart your job search as an international student or postdoc with events from the Office of Career and Life Design, Texas Global and the Johns Hopkins International Career Collective.
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Five Years Strong, UT’s Online Master's Programs Shape the Next Generation in Computer and Data Science

Nov. 6, 2024
In 2019, UT Austin set out to create online pathways to its high-caliber programs by launching the online Master’s of Computer Science. The university has expanded its offerings to include online programs in data science and artificial intelligence. These programs serve more than 3,500 students and account for nearly one-third of the university's graduate population.
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The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs

Postdoctoral scholars at the University can access a site dedicated entirely for them. Meet the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, learn more about onboarding and benefits, get access to resources and more!

Events for Graduate Students

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25Sp TPS - (Asynchronous) How we learn: How can I use pedagogical theory to make learning last?

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Monday January 20, 2025 - Friday February 7, 2025, All day
Join us for an introductory, asynchronous crash course in the cognitive theories underlying learning and memory. Discover how you can leverage these theories to encourage deep, meaningful, long-lasting learning for your students.
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Navigating the Job Search for Graduate Students & Postdocs

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Tuesday January 21, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC), 2.142 - Classrooms ABC
Practice the key skills to conduct a targeted job search for positions in industry, government, non-profits and business. Identify your career interests, understand the steps and structure to a job search, identify organizations and job titles to target in your job search and learn strategies to maximize your use of job boards and networking to increase your chances of success.
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January Coffee and Connections Hour for International Students

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Tuesday January 21, 2025, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.134 Conference Room
Are you an international graduate student or postdoc eager to brew up success in your career journey? Look no further! Join us for an invigorating and enlightening experience at the Coffee and Connections Hour, where meaningful conversations blend perfectly with the aroma of delicious coffee.
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First-Gen Coffee & Community Weekly Grad Student Breakfast

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Wednesday January 22, 2025, 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC), 2.138
Join the Office of Career and Life Design and the Graduate School's weekly breakfast, coffee and conversation for First-Gen grad students and postdocs. Come chat with other grad students about life as a First-Gen grad student or postdoc at UT while enjoying coffee and pastries.
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25Sp TPS - (Zoom) Lesson planning: How do I structure my time in the classroom?

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Wednesday January 22, 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
In this hands-on, collaborative workshop, participants will learn about the backwards design theory of lesson planning and will have the opportunity to collaboratively review and discuss a sample STEM or sample Humanities lesson plan to reflect on the features of effective lesson plans. Instructors will practice generating a clear learning outcome, assessment, and class activity based on their current teaching appointment and with their current students in mind. Participants will leave the session with an outline that may serve as the foundation for a lesson plan they will use during the semester.
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    Graduate School Dean Sarah Ades officially announced the Office of Career and Life Design - an office with a new mission: empower every graduate student and postdoc to design their future.<br>
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    Graduate School Dean Sarah Ades officially announced the Office of Career and Life Design - an office with a new mission: empower every graduate student and postdoc to design their future.

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    The Office of Career & Life Design invited their PhD Career Pathway Fellows to an evening at the Austin Trail of Lights! 🤘 We hope all of our graduate students and postdocs have a restful winter break and get to enjoy time with family and friends!
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    The Office of Career & Life Design invited their PhD Career Pathway Fellows to an evening at the Austin Trail of Lights! 🤘 We hope all of our graduate students and postdocs have a restful winter break and get to enjoy time with family and friends!

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    Two weeks ago, the Office of Career and Life Design hosted the International Job Search Summit to empower and guide international students on their career journeys. <br>
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    Two weeks ago, the Office of Career and Life Design hosted the International Job Search Summit to empower and guide international students on their career journeys.

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    Wow - thank you for an amazing site visit, @alertmediahq!<br><br>Last Friday, graduate students visited the AlertMedia offices and learned about the many possible paths to careers in sales, rev ops, product, engineering, threat intelligence and employee experience.<br>
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    Wow - thank you for an amazing site visit, @alertmediahq!

    Last Friday, graduate students visited the AlertMedia offices and learned about the many possible paths to careers in sales, rev ops, product, engineering, threat intelligence and employee experience.

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    If you plan to graduate this fall, Friday, November 15 is the last day to apply to graduate this semester. <br>
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    If you plan to graduate this fall, Friday, November 15 is the last day to apply to graduate this semester.

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    Graduate students from across the university visited @Expedia on Friday as part of the Office of Career and Life Design's Tech is for Everyone series!<br>
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    Graduate students from across the university visited @Expedia on Friday as part of the Office of Career and Life Design's Tech is for Everyone series!

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    The Graduate School office is currently displaying artwork by graduate student Selina Wagner. Selina is currently earning a Master of Fine Arts in studio art (painting and drawing). Her piece Untitled (Legs), an 8x10” graphite on clayboard design, is one of the five pieces featured in the lobby.
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    The Graduate School office is currently displaying artwork by graduate student Selina Wagner. Selina is currently earning a Master of Fine Arts in studio art (painting and drawing). Her piece Untitled (Legs), an 8x10” graphite on clayboard design, is one of the five pieces featured in the lobby.

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    The Graduate School office is currently displaying artwork by graduate student Laurent Le Bel-Roux. Laurent is currently earning a Master of Fine Arts in studio art (painting and drawing). His four pieces displayed are Untitled (Spring), Untitled (Vessel), Untitled (Floater) and Untitled (Figure).
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    The Graduate School office is currently displaying artwork by graduate student Laurent Le Bel-Roux. Laurent is currently earning a Master of Fine Arts in studio art (painting and drawing). His four pieces displayed are Untitled (Spring), Untitled (Vessel), Untitled (Floater) and Untitled (Figure).

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    Tech Is for Everyone, a series introducing grad students from diverse backgrounds to exciting tech career paths, begins this week! 🚀<br>
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    Tech Is for Everyone, a series introducing grad students from diverse backgrounds to exciting tech career paths, begins this week! 🚀