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Graduate Student Development Series Schedule

"Graduate school can be full of uncertainty, frustration, and anxiety (especially if you are writing a thesis)! The Graduate Student Development Series has not only taught me strategies for tackling these feelings, but it has also shown me that there are plenty of students having similar experiences, which is a serious relief. The series also teaches you hard and soft skills that will help you conquer the challenges of graduate school. It is also a great way to meet other friendly students, and expand your knowledge and understanding of different aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion. I highly recommend attending these sessions if you have the opportunity (this series is a hidden gem)!" - Angelo, Master’s student in Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health

Fall 2024 Schedule

Except where noted, you may attend any session in-person or via Zoom. RSVP to gradpd@miamioh.edu for each event that you are planning to attend. 
Zoom links will be provided by email reply to RSVP.

Friday, Sept. 6, 1-2 p.m. -  Speed networking (in-person)
Presenter: Graduate School Staff
Location: Laws Hall, Room 103

Friday, Sept. 13, 1-2 p.m. - Speed networking (virtual)
Presenter: Graduate School Staff
Location: Held via Zoom

Friday, Sept. 20, 1-2 p.m. - Create a Personal Professional Development Plan
Presenter: Dr. Danielle Hart-Westbay, Associate Director of Graduate Student Career Development, Center for Career Exploration and Success
Location: Laws Hall, Room 103

Friday, Sept. 27, 1-2 p.m. - Personal Finance
Presenter: Dr. Brad Goldie, Farmer School of Business
Location: Laws Hall, Room 103

Friday, Oct. 4, 1-2 p.m. - Understanding and Leveraging Your Clifton Strengths
Presenter: Colton Johnson, Associate Director of Center for Student Engagement, Activities, and Leadership
Location: Laws Hall, Room 103

Friday, Oct. 18, 1-2 p.m. - Thesis and Dissertations: How to create an accessible document
Presenter: TBD
Location: Laws Hall, Room 103

Friday, Oct. 25, 1-2 p.m. - Learning to Write and Teaching Writing in an Age of AI
Presenter: Dr. Mandy Olejnik, Assistant Director of Writing Across the Curriculum, Howe Center for Writing Excellence
Location: Laws Hall, Room 103

Friday, Nov. 8, 1-2 p.m. - Accommodations 101: A Guide for Grad Students and Grad Instructors
Presenters: Dan Darkow, Director of Miller Center for Student Disability Services, and Annastashia Blesi, Assistant Director of Miller Center for Student Disability Service
Location: Laws Hall, Room 103

Friday, Nov. 15, 1-2 p.m. - Constructive Dialogue Perspectives Program
Presenter: Dr. Hiram Ramirez, Senior Director for Strategic Initiatives, Office of Transformations and Inclusive Excellence
Location: Laws Hall, Room 103

Friday, Dec. 6, 1-2 p.m. - Self-care and Success in Graduate School
Presenter: Josh Demakovsky, Staff Psychologist, Student Counseling Services
Location: Laws Hall, Room 103

All times listed are Eastern Standard.
Attend five or more sessions and receive a Commitment to Professional Development Certificate, social media recognition (optional), and entry in raffle for prize.

How to Sign Up

Each week the Graduate School sends an email from gradpd@miamioh.edu inviting all graduate students to register for the upcoming session. Links to the registration forms can also be found on our FacebookInstagram, and Twitter!

Questions?

Contact gradpd@miamioh.edu or gradschool@miamioh.edu.

The Graduate School

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