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The Graduate School and Office of Graduate Admissions will be closed at end of day on December 20, 2024, and will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Please expect a delay if contacting the office during this time.

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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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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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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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Resources for Graduate Students - October 2024

Oct. 31, 2024
I am delighted to share more news and resources for graduate students. Fall is a busy time on campus with many opportunities, so take advantage of all that UT Austin has to offer.
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Graduate School Displays Works from Studio Art Graduate Students

Oct. 23, 2024
Two Studio Art graduate students are currently displaying artwork in the Graduate School office, located in the Main building.
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Introducing Tech is for Everyone: A Career Series for All Academic Backgrounds

Oct. 18, 2024
Tech is for Everyone is a series designed to introduce graduate students and postdocs from all academic backgrounds to exciting career paths in tech. Through networking workshops, site visits to top companies and curated resources, students will explore the tech ecosystem, build connections and discover opportunities tailored to their skills.
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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: (Zoom) Preparing for the First Day of Teaching: How do I work effectively with students & faculty?

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Thursday January 9, 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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As a graduate student, you assume many roles: teacher, instructor, as well as student. In this workshop, you will learn about and apply theories of self-directed learning to students and one’s own achievement, as well as gain strategies about setting expectations and working effectively with students and faculty.
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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 13, 2025 - Friday January 31, 2025, All day
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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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First-Gen Coffee & Community Weekly Grad Student Breakfast Spring Kick-Off

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Wednesday January 15, 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 spring kick-off for our 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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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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    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! 🚀

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    Postdocs at The University of Texas at Austin were recognized at the inaugural Postdoctoral Appreciation Week Symposium for their research during an interactive poster session.<br><br>Winners include: <br>Louise Ince, first place, College of Pharmacy
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    Postdocs at The University of Texas at Austin were recognized at the inaugural Postdoctoral Appreciation Week Symposium for their research during an interactive poster session.

    Winners include:
    Louise Ince, first place, College of Pharmacy