Past Events

During this informal workshop, first generation graduate students will learn how to build a professional network in an authentic way. This workshop will be facilitated by Annie Maxfield, Director of Graduate, Career and Professional Development from Texas Career Engagement. RSVP here.

This workshop will cover formatting requirements for theses and dissertations. We will discuss common errors and how to avoid them. This workshop is appropriate for all graduate students who are completing a thesis or dissertation, whether using Word or Latex, since we will not be getting into details of using the templates.

Hone in on the most marketable skills you've acquired while earning your graduate degree. Learn how to promote your research, teaching, and critical thinking skills outside of academia.

At this workshop, we will discuss a wide variety of OGS student policies, including (but not limited to) new policies, attendance at defenses, requests for final oral, rules on committees, programs of work, end of semester processes, and in absentia.  There will be time for questions.

Overcome any reservations you may have about professional networking in live situations.

Information & resources on preparing a successful fellowship application.

Non-academic employers will typically spend about 15-30 seconds reviewing your resume before deciding whether you make the first cut. Learn about the key differences between resumes and CVs and how to clearly and quickly convey your fit for the position.

At this workshop, we will review the guidelines and deadlines for graduation this semester. An RSVP is required.

At this workshop, we will review the guidelines and deadlines necessary for graduation this semester. An RSVP is required.

UWC Graduate Writing Retreats are an opportunity to work alongside your peers in a quiet, distraction-free environment. We provide coffee, light snacks, and worksheets for goalsetting and quick writing exercises. Several UWC staff are also available to provide mini 15-minute consultations. Come all day or stay for a few hours, and get ready to get some writing done!

For more information, please visit http://uwc.utexas.edu/grad/writing-retreats/