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Living the Longhorn Life
Life as a graduate student at The University of Texas at Austin means receiving a world class education in top-ranked programs, having access to premium health and wellness resources, the opportunity to join 1,000+ student organizations and more- all while living in Austin, Texas.
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There are a number of resources, policies and staff at UT Austin to assist graduate student parents.
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Meet our Graduate School Community
Graduate students and postdoctoral scholars at The University of Texas at Austin are changing the world. They're transforming health care through research and technology, working to find energy solutions and helping to deepen our sense of history and culture. What will you do at UT Austin?
Get Involved as a Grad Student
The Graduate Student Assembly (GSA) at UT Austin serves as the voice of graduate students to UT administrators, staff and faculty, as well as to the Texas Legislature. The GSA provides a plethora of opportunities to enrich the graduate student experience at UT.
You can get involved by attending GSA meetings every other Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Legislative Assembly Room in WCP 2.302 or via Zoom. Visit the GSA website to learn more.
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@utaustingradschoolKhamron Micheals’s research is heavily informed by his experience at the bedside, working as a respiratory therapist for those with severe pulmonary diseases.
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@utaustingradschoolWhat a semester! ✨ The Office of Career and Life Design had the privilege of partnering with so many incredible offices across campus and employers throughout Austin to guide graduate students and postdocs along their career journeys.
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@utaustingradschoolAmidst the opioid overdose crisis, third-year Ph.D. student Jake Samora has been conducting community-engaged research with people who use drugs (PWUD) and providers of substance use disorder services, a challenge further complicated by pandemic-related disruptions.
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@utaustingradschoolThank you to Summer Salazar for hosting the Office of Career and Life Design’s Business and Etiquette Dinner at the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center earlier this month.
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@utaustingradschool“I’m interested in how we can design and talk about technology in ways that benefit society while staying practical and effective,” Jeewon (Joanne) Kim, third-year Ph.D. candidate @txadpr @texasmoody, said.
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@utaustingradschoolWith his screenplay "Polar Night”, screenwriting M.F.A. student Aaron Lopez represents @utexasrtf @texasmoody as one of ten semifinalists in the 2025 Humanitas College Drama Awards.
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@utaustingradschoolIt’s thanks to second-year master's student Yenny Kang that some of your favorite South Korean films have reached US audiences. Before studying @utexasrtf @texasmoody, Kang worked at CJ ENM distributing South Korean films and TV shows to US streaming platforms like Tubi and Amazon.
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@utaustingradschool“During the pandemic, I saw firsthand how digital tools could increase access to care and support patients managing chronic conditions,” Namuun Clifford, fourth-year Ph.D. candidate @longhornnursing, said.
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@utaustingradschoolNow interning with Chioco Design as part of the Professional Residency Program, third-year Master of Architecture student Emma Martin supplements her graduate studies @utsoa with a small business that allows her to use her background in studio art.
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Life in Austin
Life in Austin is like no other. Experience live music, film and art, take a dip in the spring-fed waters of Barton Springs Pool or a hike along the Greenbelt, enjoy year-round sunshine and sample some of the best food in Texas.Graduate Student Events
View all EventsEvent StatusScheduledWednesday January 7, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmVirtualCONNECT Information Session for Organizations - Are you a first-time applicant or just want to know more before signing up? Join our upcoming virtual community information session to learn more about CONNECT, discover how the program can benefit you, and get inspired by past projects.
Event StatusScheduledWednesday January 14, 2026 - Friday January 30, 2026, All dayAsynchronous - see description belowJoin 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.
Event StatusScheduledWednesday January 14, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pmAs 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.
Event StatusScheduledThursday January 22, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pmIn 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.Event StatusScheduledFriday January 23, 2026, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmPeter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classrooms ABCJumpstart your job or internship search in this focused session! Learn practical strategies for finding opportunities, networking effectively, and making your application stand out. Leave with tools and confidence to take the next step in your career.Event StatusScheduledMonday January 26, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pmPeter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.142 - Classroom CJoin us for a collaborative resume workshop! Exchange feedback with peers and gain multiple perspectives to strengthen your resume. An OCLD staff member will also share best practices and answer questions. Bring your current resume or a draft and leave with actionable insights.Event StatusScheduledTuesday January 27, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pmPeter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) 2.134 Conference RoomAre you an international graduate student or postdoc scholar eager to brew up success in your career journey? Join us for Coffee and Connections Hour, where you can forge connections that transcend borders!
Event StatusScheduledTuesday January 27, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pmIn 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.
