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November 2024 Graduate School Bulletin

Cay Leytham-Powell — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 18:48:29 +0000

November 2024 Graduate School Bulletin Cay Leytham-Powell Wed, 10/23/2024 - 12:48

Graduate students, mark your calendars for important graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops.

Graduation Deadlines

Nov. 14

Doctoral students must complete the PhD dissertation defense or final examination by this date. Notice of the examination must be provided to the Graduate School using the doctoral final examination form two weeks before the exam.

Nov. 21

PhD students must submit the dissertation with Thesis Approval Form (TAF) to ProQuest by this deadline. The dissertation must be submitted electronically for review and approval by Graduate School staff by the end of the business day. The single page TAF must be uploaded as a supplemental file with the dissertation in order for the submission to be complete. Students whose dissertations are received after this deadline, or those not submitted with the TAF, must apply to graduate at the following semester's commencement.

Nov. 21

Master's students must complete the thesis defense or final examination by this date. Notice of the examination must be provided to the Graduate School using the master's final examination form two weeks before the exam. Certain units do not require an exam for non-thesis students. Please contact your department with any questions.

Nov. 21

PhD and DMA students must fill out the Survey of Earned Doctorates (SED) online by this deadline. Learn more about the survey on the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics website.

Funding Deadlines

Due Oct. 30: CARTSS Seed Grant Program
Due Nov. 1: Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellowship for Faculty Diversity
Due Nov. 3: MFA/MM Excellence in Creative Research Microgrant
Due Nov. 8: Graduate School Dissertation Completion Fellowship
Due Nov. 8: Graduate Student Research Grants
Due Nov. 8: MFA Completion Fellowship

Workshops & Events

GradCO: Mental Well-being and Self-Care in Graduate School

Oct. 28, 12–1 p.m. Zoom

This workshop is hosted by the University of ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Denver and is being shared with other institutions across ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ as part of the GradCO Consortium's Professional Development Series.

CIMER-Inclusive Research Mentoring: Assessing Understanding

Oct. 31, 10–11:30 a.m. CASE, CTL Suite, Room E390

Determining whether mentees understand core concepts about the research they are doing is critical in a productive mentoring relationship—though this is surprisingly difficult to do. Developing strategies to assess how well mentees understand the purpose of their project, underlying principles, and the context of their work is an important part of becoming an effective mentor. Moreover, it is important for mentors to be able to identify the causes for confusion and develop strategies to address misunderstandings.

GradCO: Emotional Intelligence

Nov. 6, 12–1 p.m. Zoom

Emotions drive much of what we, as humans, do. Discover how to effectively manage your emotions, build strong interpersonal relationships, and navigate workplace challenges with empathy and resilience. Join Roel Snieder as he guides you through the development of emotional intelligence skills that will elevate your career and personal success.

This workshop is hosted by ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ School of Mines and is being shared with other institutions across ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ as part of the GradCO Consortium's Professional Development Series.

Polish Your Presentation Voice

Nov. 7, 1–2 p.m. CASE E422

Conference and research presentations don’t have to be boring! Join the Josephine Jones Speaking Lab and facilitator Audra Barber, a recent TEDxŷ��ڱ��Ƶ speaker, for a workshop designed to enhance all aspects of your presentation. In this workshop, you will learn methods for engaging your audience, polishing your delivery, crafting meaningful slides, and reckoning with those public speaking jitters. Consider this your crash course in public speaking, you'll walk away with tools to use to hone your presentation skills and become a more confident public speaker.

Peace Corps Information Session

Nov. 13, 12–1 p.m. University Memorial Center (UMC) 245

Serving in the Peace Corps is a great way to immerse yourself in a new experience—building relationships, exchanging cultures and knowledge, and helping transform lives for generations. This workshop will provide a chance for you to learn more about volunteering and how to gain skills and experience that will help you qualify for Peace Corps service.

Proposal Writing: Image Use in Proposal Writing

Nov. 14 at 12–1 p.m. Zoom

Including the right images or graphics in grant proposals can enhance clarity, relevance and persuasion. This session will cover effective strategies for incorporating images to strengthen the competitiveness of your proposal.

GradCO: Engaging in Difficult Conversations

Nov. 18 at 12–1:30 p.m. Zoom

This workshop is hosted by the University of Northern ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ and is being shared with other institutions across ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ as part of the GradCO Consortium's Professional Development Series.

East Campus Coffee for Grad Students

Nov. 19, 8:30–10 a.m. SEEC, Room C120 CD, South Atrium

Join fellow graduate students for free coffee and pastries on East Campus (while supplies last). Please RSVP if you plan to stop by. We look forward to connecting with our East Campus graduate students!

CIMER-Inclusive Research Mentoring: Promoting Independence

Nov. 21, 10–11:30 a.m. CASE, CTL Suite, Room E390

An important goal in any mentoring relationship is helping the mentee become independent. Yet, defining what an independent mentee knows and can do is often not articulated by the mentor or the mentee and has become increasingly complex in the context of highly collaborative projects.

This training will help you define what independence looks like and develop skills to foster independence so you can become an effective mentor.

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October 2024 Graduate School Bulletin

Cay Leytham-Powell — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:14:17 +0000

October 2024 Graduate School Bulletin Cay Leytham-Powell Thu, 09/26/2024 - 09:14

Graduate students, mark your calendars for these important graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, professional development workshops and events.

Graduation Deadlines

Oct. 1 (final deadline)

Master's students who have not already done so must submit to the Graduate School a Candidacy Application for an Advanced Degree. Applications follow a workflow process and must be approved by the academic department before they are directed to the Graduate School.

Oct. 1

Graduate students must apply online to graduate through buff portal on the “apply for graduation” card in order to have the degree awarded in December. This is required even though there is no university-wide ceremony. PhD students must enter their dissertation title as part of the online graduation application; you may update the title through the portal until this date. This title will appear on your transcript after your degree is awarded.

Preview future fall graduation deadlines on the Graduate School website.

Funding Opportunities

Due Sept. 22: Graduate Research Awards Demonstrating Excellence
Due Oct. 1: Sigma Xi Grants in Aid of Research (external)
Due Oct. 3: NAEd/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship (external)
Due Oct. 8: Fulbright Grants for Graduate Study Abroad (external)
Due Oct. 15: Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program (external)
Due Oct. 15: Short-Term Fellowships, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (external)
Due Oct. 15: German Chancellor Fellowship (external)
Due Oct. 15 – 18: NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

Workshops & Events

GradCO: Career Exploration & Planning

Sept. 25, 12 – 1 p.m. Zoom

What's your career goal? What do you need to do to be competitive? How do you know? Join us for a workshop on planning your career and learn how to chart a path that will prepare you for the career you want!

This workshop is hosted by ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Anschutz and is being shared with other institutions across ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ as part of the GradCO Consortium's Professional Development Series.

SciComm 101: How to Give a Great Talk

Sept. 25, 3 – 4 p.m. Center for Community (C4C), Flatirons Room (N301)

Effectively communicating complex research to an unspecialized audience can seem like a tall order. You've got to get the information out accurately and succinctly without losing people. But like the rest of the characteristics of a good researcher, it's a skillset that can be learned and refined. So, here's a crash course based on what Dr. Sammy has learned in his own adventures in SciComm. Open to all graduate students. Light refreshments will be provided.

GradCO: Conducting Literature Reviews

Oct. 1, 12 – 1 p.m. Zoom

Writing a Literature Review can be challenging. Where do you start? Where do you stop? This workshop led by Seth Vuletich (scholarly communications librarian) and Brianna Buljung (teaching and learning librarian) will help you answer these questions and develop strategies to take on this sometimes-onerous task more effectively.

This workshop is hosted by ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ School of Mines and is being shared with other institutions across ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ as part of the GradCO Consortium's Professional Development Series.

Emotional & Social Intelligence Training for Grad Students

Oct. 3, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Zoom

Emotions are data points that can help us influence and direct our behavior in positive ways. Highly effective leaders and individuals can use emotions as an intelligence source. This course explores the benefits and use-cases of social and emotional intelligence using research studies, neuroscience and personal reflection.

Navigating Imposter Syndrome in Grad School & Beyond

Oct. 10, 12 – 1:30 p.m. Zoom

Have you ever felt like an imposter? Join Leslie Blood, director of graduate community and program development to discuss imposter syndrome in graduate school and beyond. You'll learn strategies to recognize and manage feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy that often accompany academic challenges. You'll also gain tools to build confidence and resilience, fostering a more positive and productive graduate school experience.

Graduate School Open Forum

Oct. 10, 4 – 4:50 p.m. Zoom

To increase communication and transparency within the Graduate School, Dean Adler will be hosting an open forum on Oct. 10 from 4 to 4:50 p.m., via Zoom (a separate link will be sent to you over email). This event will include special guest Provost Russell Moore and will provide an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and engage in a dialogue regarding the activities of the Graduate School and Academic Affairs at ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Boulder.

The Anxiety of Being the Only

Oct. 16, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. CASE Auditorium

Academia is occupied by many people who are “Onlys.” The only of their race, ethnicity, gender or disability in their department, college or division. At this session, Angela Neal-Barnett, national award-winning professor of psychology from Kent State University, will invite participants to explore what it means to be an Only and the outward impacts that it has on the ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Boulder community.

Proposal Writing: Knowing Your Audience

Oct. 23, 12 – 1 p.m. Zoom

The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs is pleased to offer a proposal writing webinar on the importance of knowing your audience. Incorporating funder language and directly addressing stated review criteria increases proposal competitiveness. This session will address where this language can be found and provide methods for addressing review criteria. Click “I’m Interested” to register.

GradCO: Leadership, Research and Radical Candor

Oct. 24, 12 – 1:30 p.m. Zoom

Dr. Josiane Broussard, a researcher at both CSU and ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Anschutz, runs a highly successful research lab. Dr. Broussard and her team will talk at this session about one of the keys to their success: radical candor. What is it? How do you do it? And in what ways might it help you communicate with others more successfully?

This workshop is hosted by ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ State University and is being shared with other institutions across ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ as part of the GradCO Consortium's Professional Development Series.

CIMER: Assessing Understanding

Oct. 31, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CASE E390 (CTL Suite)

Determining whether mentees understand core concepts about the research they are doing is critical in a productive mentoring relationship—though this is surprisingly difficult to do. Developing strategies to assess how well mentees understand the purpose of their project, underlying principles and the context of their work is an important part of becoming an effective mentor. Moreover, it is important for mentors to be able to identify the causes for confusion and develop strategies to address misunderstandings.

Graduate students, mark your calendars for these important graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, professional development workshops and events.

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September 2024 Graduate School Bulletin

Cay Leytham-Powell — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 20:31:40 +0000

September 2024 Graduate School Bulletin Cay Leytham-Powell Mon, 08/19/2024 - 14:31

Graduate students, mark your calendars for important graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops

Graduation Deadlines

Summer graduates

Sept. 6

Deadline for summer master's graduates to update diploma name or address in Buff Portal.

Fall graduates

Sept. 4 (preferred deadline)

Master's students must submit to the Graduate School a Candidacy Application for an Advanced Degree. Applications follow a workflow process and must be approved by the academic department before they are directed to the Graduate School.

Preview other upcoming fall graduation deadlines on the Graduate School website.

Funding Opportunities

Due Aug. 30: IBM PhD Fellowship Awards (external)
Due Sept. 9: The Christine Mirzayan Science and Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program (external)
Due Sept. 22: Graduate Research Awards Demonstrating Excellence

Workshops & Events

Grad+ Writing Retreat

Aug. 27–30, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. each day UMC 247

Start your semester productively by participating in the August Writing Retreat! This retreat provides the dedicated time, space and community needed to focus on your independent academic writing projects (thesis/dissertation/publication/research/etc). Be prepared to show up and write! A writing consultant will be available for one-on-one meetings to review your work. Coffee and a light breakfast will be provided for those that RSVP. Space is limited.

CIMER: Aligning Expectations

Aug. 29, 10–11:30 a.m. CASE E390 (CTL Suite)
One critical element of an effective mentor-mentee relationship is a shared understanding of what each person expects from the relationship. Problems between mentors and mentees often arise from misunderstandings about expectations. Importantly, expectations change over time, so frequent reflection and clear communication about expectations are needed regularly.

Grad+ Weekly Write-In

Tuesdays starting Sept. 3, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. CASE W344 & SEEC S225

Time to show up and write! Do you need a dedicated space to help you focus on your academic writing? Sign up to attend our weekly write-in sessions. The goal of these sessions is to devote a few hours to your writing each week to help build your writing habit, to promote accountability with your peers by working independently alongside your fellow graduate students, and by tracking your progress regularly.

Non-Academic Internship & Job Search Seminar Series: Resumes and Networking

Tuesdays starting Sept. 3, 2–3 p.m. Zoom

Hosted by Career Services, this four-part online seminar series helps graduate students and postdocs with non-academic job and internship searches. In this first session, you’ll learn how to draft an industry resume and plan a networking strategy for non-academic jobs and internships. Each live session includes content presentation, resources and time for questions and discussion.

Grad+ Endurance Seminar Series

Mondays from 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., Tuesdays from 10–11:15 a.m., beginning the week of Sept. 16 Zoom

The Grad+ Endurance Seminar Series, led by Leslie Blood, consists of weekly check-ins to support goal setting and planning, and to provide an understanding of how values should drive goals and habit structures. There are two options: Introduction to Academic Success, which is on Mondays and for anyone who wants to discover what it takes to build and maintain academic resiliency, and Advanced Topics: Academic Resiliency, which is on Tuesdays and will feature topics like framing mastery, building a “bulletproof” mindset, rethinking failure, and how to pivot smoothly when plans change.

The 12-week fall session will run from Sept. 16 to the week of Dec. 9 (with no programming Thanksgiving week). All graduate students are welcome, but you need to register by Sept. 12.

Individual Development Plans: Enhance Your Career Potential

Sept. 18, 12–1:30 p.m. Zoom

Discover the potential of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to shape your career trajectory and unlock your professional growth. Postdocs and graduate students are invited to learn how to set effective career goals and track their development using IDPs. The session will feature an informative segment led by Pallavi Eswara, director of postdoctoral affairs at Boston University, followed by a hands-on breakout session where you can begin crafting your own IDP. IDP resources can be referenced here in advance of the session. Click “I’m Interested” on the calendar event to register. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants the day of the webinar.

CIMER: Maintaining Effective Communication

Sept. 26, 10–11:30 a.m. CASE E390 (CTL Suite)
Good communication is a key element of any relationship, and a mentoring relationship is no exception. It is critical that mentors reflect upon and identify characteristics of effective communication and take time to practice communication skills in the session and with their mentees.

Graduate students, mark your calendars for important graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops.

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August 2024 Graduate School Bulletin

Cay Leytham-Powell — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 20:26:05 +0000

August 2024 Graduate School Bulletin Cay Leytham-Powell Mon, 07/22/2024 - 14:26

Graduate students, mark your calendars for important graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops

Summer Graduation Deadlines

August 5

Doctoral grade changes must be submitted for incomplete courses taken during previous or current semesters.

August 6

Master's thesis plan students must submit the thesis and Thesis Approval Form (TAF) to ProQuest by this deadline. The thesis must be submitted electronically for review and approval by Graduate School staff by the end of the business day. The single page TAF must be uploaded as a supplemental file with the dissertation in order for the submission to be complete. Students whose dissertations are received after this deadline, or those not submitted with the TAF, must apply to graduate at the following semester's commencement.

August 12

Master’s grade changes must be submitted for incomplete courses taken during previous semesters.

August 25

Deadline for summer doctoral graduates to update diploma name or address in Buff Portal.

Preview future summer graduation deadlines on the Graduate School website.

Funding Opportunities

Due August 7: The U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service Pilot (USFCS) Fellowship Program (external)
Due August 18: Graduate School Student Travel Grant

Workshops & Events

Grad+ Writing Retreat

Aug. 27 to 30, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day CASE Room E422

Start your semester productively by participating in the August Writing Retreat! This retreat provides the dedicated time, space and community needed to focus on your independent academic writing projects (thesis/dissertation/publication/research/etc.). Be prepared to show up and write! A writing consultant will be available for one-on-one meetings to review your work. Coffee and a light breakfast will be provided for those that RSVP. Space is limited.

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July 2024 Graduate School Bulletin

Cay Leytham-Powell — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:37:07 +0000

July 2024 Graduate School Bulletin Cay Leytham-Powell Fri, 06/21/2024 - 13:37

Graduate students, mark your calendars for important graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops

Summer Graduation Deadlines

July 23

July 30

PhD students must submit the dissertation with Thesis Approval Form to ProQuest by this deadline. The dissertation must be submitted electronically for review and approval by Graduate School staff by the end of the business day. The single page Thesis Approval Form (TAF) must be uploaded as a supplemental file with the dissertation in order for the submission to be complete. Students whose dissertations are received after this deadline, or those not submitted with the TAF, must apply to graduate at the following semester's commencement.

July 30

PhD and DMA students must fill out the Survey of Earned Doctorates (SED) online by this deadline. Learn more about the survey on the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics website.

July 30

Preview future summer graduation deadlines on the Graduate School website.

Funding Opportunities

June 30: Institute for Humane Studies Academic Mentorship (external)

Workshops & Events

Navigating Perfectionism in Grad School

June 26, 12 to 1:30 p.m. CASE E351

What is perfectionism and what contributes to it? Join Stacy Gerberich, embedded therapist for the Graduate School, to learn more about perfectionism and how it can hinder your productivity as a graduate student. Stacy will also discuss ways to change this type of thinking and improve your academic success and overall wellness. Lunch will be provided to those that RSVP by June 21.

Grad+ Summer Intensive: The Truth Behind Academic Imposter Syndrome

July 15 to 17, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day Zoom

This session, led by Leslie Blood, director of graduate community and professional development, won’t be discussing your mother’s imposter syndrome. This workshop will cover the difference between impostor syndrome and self-awareness, how to turn fear into growth, and teach you sustainable strategies to manage doubt in academia.

Grad+ Summer Intensive – Rebound: Cultivating a Practice of Emotional Resilience (Rescheduled)

July 23 to 25, 9 to 11 a.m. each day Zoom

What do you do when your best-laid plans fall apart? Far from “just get over it,” cultivating resilience is a holistic practice that can help you adapt to challenging personal and professional setbacks. Join Stacy Gerberich, embedded therapist for the Graduate School, for an interactive, three-day seminar intensive exploring what resilience is, what it isn’t, and engaging real-time practices that can help you keep moving towards your personal and professional goals.

Grad+ Summer Intensive – Secrets to Academic Success

July 29 to 31, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day Zoom

There are many different challenges academics face during and after their graduate careers. This three-day intensive is led by Leslie Blood, director of graduate community and professional development, and will help you discover what it takes to create a sustainable academic career. Topics featured include fool-proof solutions and creative problem-solving strategies for common academic hurdles, improving your advisor/advisee relationship, personalized approaches for improved productivity, and crafting the perfect career.

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June 2024 announcements for graduate students

Cay Leytham-Powell — Fri, 17 May 2024 20:28:45 +0000

June 2024 announcements for graduate students Cay Leytham-Powell Fri, 05/17/2024 - 14:28

Mark your calendars for important graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops.

Graduation Deadlines

June 14, 2024

June 15, 2024

Graduate students who have not already done so must apply online to graduate through buff portal on the “apply for graduation” card in order to have the degree awarded in August. This is required even though there is no university-wide ceremony. PhD students must enter their dissertation title as part of the online graduation application; you may update the title through the portal until this date. This title will appear on your transcript after your degree is awarded.

Preview future summer graduation deadlines on the Graduate School website.

Funding Deadlines

May 30: AERA-NSF Research and Dissertation Grants Program (external)
May 31: UCAR Next Generation Graduate Fellowship (external)
May 31: The American Indian College Fund (external)
June 30: Institute for Humane Studies Academic Mentorship (external)

Workshops & Events

Grad+ Summer Intensive – Rebound: Cultivating a Practice of Emotional Resilience

June 4 to 6, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day Zoom

Mindfulness for Grad Students

June 13, 12 to 1:30 p.m. CASE E422

Time to take a break and focus on your mental health! Research has shown that consciously practicing mindfulness can reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. Join James Huffman, academic partnerships and outreach program manager from the Health Promotion Office, for a session to create the time and space for mindfulness. This workshop will teach a basic definition of mindfulness and simple skills for practicing daily mindfulness and provide you with tools you can use outside of the session. Lunch provided for those that RSVP by June 10.

Navigating Perfectionism in Grad School

June 26, 12 to 1:30 p.m. CASE E351

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May 2024 announcements for graduate students

Cay Leytham-Powell — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:07:48 +0000

May 2024 announcements for graduate students Cay Leytham-Powell Mon, 04/22/2024 - 15:07

Mark your calendars for important spring graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops

Graduation Deadlines

May 31, 2024

Master’s students must update diploma name or address in Buff Portal by this date if necessary.

Funding Deadlines

April 30: American Indian Science & Engineering Society Scholarships (external)
April 30: Graduate Student Fellowships for Alternatives to the Use of Animals in Science (external)
April 30: Link Foundation Ocean Engineering and Instrumentation PhD Fellowship (external)
May 1: The Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Program (external)
May 1: Wenner-Gren Foundation Dissertation Fieldwork Grant (external)
May 17: Morris K. Udall and John S. McCain III Native American Graduate Fellowship in Tribal Policy (external)
May 30: AERA-NSF Research and Dissertation Grants Program (external)
May 30: UCAR Next Generation Graduate Fellowship (external)
May 31: The American Indian College Fund (external)

Workshops & Events 

Peace Corps Application Workshop

April 24, 12 to 1 p.m. Zoom

Are you thinking about applying to serve as a Peace Corps volunteer? Wondering what the Peace Corps application looks like? Make your application stand out from the rest by attending this workshop to learn how to browse volunteer openings, find the right program, and strengthen your application.

Class of 2024 Grad Bash

May 2, 4 to 7 p.m. Koenig Alumni Center Lawn

Your accomplishments deserve a party, and Grad Bash is a celebration just for you!

This event features free food and refreshments, a DJ and plenty of photo opportunities to capture this unforgettable time in your life. When you register, you will receive a graduation gift from the Alumni Association and discover all the great benefits available to you as a Forever Buff. The Graduate School will have a table at the event, so be sure to stop by to pick up some swag.

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Grad+ Get SMART Summer Series

May 13 to 15, 9 to 11 a.m. Zoom

Make Summer 2024, your best yet by signing up for Grad+ Get SMART Summer Series! Summer is a great time for an academic reset. Whether you are looking for goal setting tips and tricks, new executive functioning and self-regulation ideas or motivation, this May workshop is perfect for you. Sign up to join Leslie Blood, director of graduate community and professional development, to learn about and apply new research-based performance methods to keep you stress-free and cool as the temperatures rise.

Grad+ Writing Retreat

May 20 to 23, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day CASE E422

Let’s kick off the summer productively with our May Writing Retreat! Join other graduate students and hold each other accountable during our boot camp that will provide the time, space, and community needed to focus on your academic writing, giving you momentum to stay on track through the summer. Coffee and a light breakfast will be provided for those that RSVP. Space is limited.

Mark your calendars for important spring graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops.

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April 2024 announcements for graduate students

Cay Leytham-Powell — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:46:01 +0000

April 2024 announcements for graduate students Cay Leytham-Powell Thu, 03/21/2024 - 13:46

Mark your calendars for important spring graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops.

Graduation Deadlines

April 1

Graduate students who plan to have their degrees awarded in August but would like to be listed in the commencement program must apply online to graduate through buff portal on the “apply for graduation” card. PhD students must also enter their dissertation title as part of the graduation application. Though you plan to participate in a May ceremony, please select August as the semester of graduation if that is when your degree will be awarded.

April 9

Doctoral students must complete the PhD dissertation defense or doctoral final examination by this date. Notice of the examination must be provided to the Graduate School using the doctoral final examination form two weeks before the exam.

April 16

PhD and DMA students must fill out the Survey of Earned Doctorates (SED) online by this deadline. Learn more about the survey.

April 16

April 22

Doctoral grade changes must be submitted for incomplete courses taken during previous or current semesters.

April 23

Master's thesis plan students must submit the thesis and Thesis Approval Form to ProQuest by this deadline. The thesis must be submitted electronically for review and approval by Graduate School staff by the end of the business day. The single page Thesis Approval Form (TAF) must be uploaded as a supplemental file with the dissertation in order for the submission to be complete. Students whose dissertations are received after this deadline, or those not submitted with the TAF, must apply to graduate at the following semester's commencement.

April 28

Doctoral students must update diploma name or address in Buff Portal by this date if necessary.

April 29

Master’s grade changes must be submitted for incomplete courses taken during previous semesters.

Funding Opportunities

Due April 12: Graduate Fellowship in Community-Based Research
Due April 14: Graduate School Student Travel Grant

Professional Development Opportunities

Graduate Student Appreciation Week

April 1-5

The first week of every April, the Graduate School at the University of ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Boulder celebrates what makes it great: its students. Part of a broad national effort, these events recognize graduate students and the outstanding work that they do.

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Breakfast Burritos with the Dean

April 2, 8 to 9:30 a.m. [icon shape="fa-map-marker" color="gold" /] Rec Center, Ice Rink Overlook

Join Dean Adler and the Graduate School staff for breakfast burritos and coffee for Graduate Student Appreciation Week! Food & beverage available while supplies last.

GradCO: Identifying Alternative Career Paths to Academia

April 3, 12 to 1:30 p.m. Zoom

In this virtual session Amy Cailene from the Career Center returns to guide participants through methods to translate academic skills to suit careers and jobs outside the university. If you are curious about how to find jobs in industry or other agencies where you can use your advanced degree, you will benefit from Cailene’s keen career insights.

Negotiating Salary & Startup Packages for Academia & Industry

April 18, 12 to 1 p.m. Zoom

In this information session, we will cover negotiating salary and startup packages for both academic and industry positions. We will hear from Assistant Professors Nuris Figueroa (Physics) and Katya Arquilla (Aerospace Engineering), and Program Director and Career Advisor Cat Diebel-Wilson (Career Services), who will offer strategies to help you effectively navigate salary discussions. Questions may be submitted in advance to opa@colorado.edu.

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March 2024 announcements for graduate students

Cay Leytham-Powell — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 20:19:42 +0000

March 2024 announcements for graduate students Cay Leytham-Powell Wed, 02/21/2024 - 13:19

Mark your calendars for important spring graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops.

Graduation Deadlines

March 1

Graduate students must apply online to graduate through buff portal on the “apply for graduation” card in order to have the degree awarded in May. This is required whether you plan to attend the university-wide ceremony or not. PhD students must enter their dissertation title as part of the online graduation application; you may update the title through the portal until this date. This title will appear on your transcript after your degree is awarded.

March 1 (final deadline)

Master's students who have not done so must submit to the Graduate School a Candidacy Application for an Advanced Degree. Applications follow a workflow process and must be approved by the academic department before they are directed to the Graduate School.

Preview other quickly approaching spring graduation deadlines on the Graduate School website.

Funding Deadlines

Due Feb. 26: Brenda M. Romero ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Dissertation Award in Music and/or Sound Studies and Social Justice
Due March 3: MFA/MM Excellence in Creative Research Award
Due March 15: The Center for African & African American Studies Graduate Student Summer Fellowships
Due March 17: Center for Humanities and the Arts Summer Fellowships
Due April 14: Graduate School Student Travel Grant

Events & Professional Development Workshops

Peace Corps Information Session

Feb. 27, 6 – 7 p.m. Zoom

Serving in the Peace Corps is a great way to immerse yourself in a new culture, learn a new language, and make a lasting impact. Learn more about opportunities to serve with the Peace Corps. Learn about the six service sectors and how to gain the skills and experience needed to qualify for Peace Corps service.

Graduate School Town Hall

Feb. 28, 3 – 3:50 p.m. Zoom

To increase communication and transparency within the Graduate School, Dean Adler will be hosting an open forum with special guest Provost Russell Moore and will provide an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and engage in a dialogue regarding the activities of the Graduate School and Academic Affairs at ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Boulder.

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Navigating Imposter Syndrome

March 7, 12 – 1:30 p.m. Zoom

Have you ever felt like an imposter? Join Leslie Blood to discuss imposter syndrome in graduate school and beyond. Tools to help you navigate the feeling of imposter syndrome will be provided during this virtual workshop.

GradCO: Career Exploration & Planning

March 20, 12 – 1:30 p.m. Zoom

What is your career goal? What do you need to do to be competitive? How do you know? Join us for a workshop on planning your career and learn how to chart a path that will prepare you for the career that you want.

This workshop is hosted by University of ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Anschutz and is being shared with other institutions across ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ as part of the GradCO Consortium's Professional Development Series.

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Mark your calendars for important spring graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, and upcoming events.

Graduation Deadlines

Feb. 1 (Preferred Deadline)

Master's students are requested to submit to the Graduate School a Candidacy Application for an Advanced Degree. Students in a BAM or Dual program are asked to meet this deadline. Applications follow a workflow process and must be approved by the academic department before they are directed to the Graduate School.

Preview other quickly approaching spring graduation deadlines on the Graduate School website.

Funding Opportunities

Due Jan. 30: GPSG Travel Grant
Due Feb. 4: Graduate Research Awards Demonstrating Excellence
Due Feb. 15: Ogilvy Travel Fellowships and Conference Travel Grants
Due Feb. 26: Brenda M. Romero ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ Dissertation Award in Music and/or Sound Studies and Social Justice
Due March 3: MFA/MM Excellence in Creative Research Award
Due March 15: The Center for African & African American Studies Graduate Student Summer Fellowships
Due March 17: CHA Summer Fellowships

Upcoming Events

Grad+ Endurance Seminar Series

Mondays & Tuesdays beginning Jan. 29 Zoom, note session/time options

This seminar series led by Leslie Blood will consist of weekly one-hour check-ins to support goal setting and planning and to provide a clear understanding of how values should drive goals and habit structures. Students will find that these Endurance Seminars provide a solid foundation to reduce stress and help you find your place in the graduate community. Intro and advanced options available. The advanced topic for the spring semester will be focus.

Mindfulness for Graduate Students

Feb. 6, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CASE E351

It’s time to take a break and focus on your mental health! Research has shown that consciously practicing mindfulness can reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. Join James Huffman, academic partnerships and outreach program manager from the Health Promotion office, for this workshop which will teach a basic definition of mindfulness and simple skills for practicing daily mindfulness, providing you with tools you can use outside of the session. Lunch will be provided for those that RSVP by Feb. 2.

Dissertations and Theses: Common Copyright, Fair Use and Publication Questions

Feb. 7, 10 – 11 a.m. Zoom

How can I reuse material from my dissertation for publications, or vice versa? Do I need to register copyright for my dissertation/thesis? Should I share my dissertation/thesis publicly, and how do I go about sharing it? What do I need to be concerned about when using material from other publications in my dissertation/thesis? If you’ve asked yourself any of these questions, this workshop will explore copyright law, fair use principles, and publisher policies and help you to make important decisions about your own dissertation or thesis.

GradCO: Responding to Reviews: Learning from Critique (Panel Discussion)

Feb. 7, 12 – 1 p.m. Zoom

When you put a lot of work into a publication, rejection and critique can be hard. Responding appropriately is not always easy, but critical reviews can be a good opportunity to learn and grow. This panel discussion gathers researchers from a variety of disciplines to discuss their experiences with responding to reviewer feedback and provide advice to respond to critical reviews.

This workshop is hosted by ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ School of Mines and is being shared with other institutions across ŷ��ڱ��Ƶ as part of the GradCO Consortium's Professional Development Series.

3MT Final Competition

Feb. 7, 4 – 6 p.m. UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom

The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) final competition is an annual tradition that celebrates graduate students while they explain their thesis research in three minutes or less. This year’s event will take place on Feb. 7, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m., in the University Memorial Center’s Glenn Miller Ballroom.

Perfectionism in Graduate School

Feb. 21, 12:30 – 2 p.m. CASE E422

What is perfectionism and what contributes to it? Join Stacy Gerberich, embedded therapist for the Graduate School, to learn more about perfectionism and how it can hinder your productivity as a graduate student. This workshop will also discuss ways to change this type of thinking and improve your academic success and overall wellness. Open to all graduate students and postdocs. Lunch will be provided to those that RSVP by Feb. 16.

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