Graduate Calendar

This workshop provides an introduction to methods and methodologies, particularly in the context of thesis and dissertation writing. Participants will learn how to identify a methodology and how methodology informs research writing as well as considerations for both qualitative and quantitative methods that are rigorous, reliable, and replicable. In addition, participants will learn about the role of a methods section in research writing and how to differentiate methods, results, and discussion sections.

Presented by Dr. Sarah Hart-Micke, Director, University Writing Center

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Elevate your professional presence on LinkedIn with essential strategies. Discover how to craft a standout profile, strategically network, and unlock hidden opportunities in the job market. This Shop Talk session will provide actionable insights to help you navigate LinkedIn with confidence and maximize your career potential.

Presented by: Ross Wood, Associate Director of Career Education and Veteran Resources, Career Services

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the job search process for applicants and employers. Many organizations now use AI-supported tools, applicant tracking systems, and automated review processes to manage large pools of applications. At the same time, job seekers can use AI tools to prepare stronger, more targeted job-search materials. Because these changes have emerged quickly, graduate students need practical guidance for understanding how AI is shaping the hiring process and what that means for the materials they prepare.
In this workshop, you will learn how resumes, cover letters, and related application materials may be read by multiple audiences, including hiring managers, search committees, applicant tracking systems, and AI-supported screening tools. Specifically, it will focus on practical strategies for using AI to improve clarity, organization, audience alignment, and responsiveness to job descriptions while keeping your materials accurate, specific, and grounded in your own experience. We will also discuss how academic job searches differ from many other hiring contexts and how AI can support your preparation even when automated screening is not part of the review process. You will leave with a clearer understanding of how AI is shaping the hiring landscape, how to prepare job-search materials for human and AI-mediated review, and how to use AI tools as part of a thoughtful, strategic writing process.

Presented by Dr. Timothy Ponce, Assistant Professor of Technical Communication, English Department

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Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition in which master's students on a thesis track and Ph.D./Ed.D. students have three minutes to present a compelling oration on their research and its significance. The 3MT® promotes presentation and communication skills, provides opportunities and feedback for students to work on explaining their research to a non-specialized audience, and in general helps students hone their “elevator pitch” discussions of their dissertations (especially useful for those students heading into job interviews!).

At the University Final, twelve students will compete to win top awards. These students will be announced at the end of October 2026.

Guests who attend the event can vote for their favorite competitor and help them win the People's Choice award. Refreshments and snacks will be provided, and there will be time for a Q&A with the finalists following their presentations, door prizes, and raffle prizes. Join us at the University Final and help support graduate student research! 

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If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact 512-245-3451 or ods@txstate.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.

This Shop Talks session is designed for doctoral students seeking tenure-track and lecturer positions at four-year colleges and universities. It covers the entire interview process. Specifically, we will discuss what questions to expect during preliminary and on-campus interviews, how to interact with the interviewers before and after the interview, what to wear, how to avoid common mistakes in phone and Zoom Interviews, and how to prepare for different elements of an on-campus visit. (The negotiation of job offers will be covered in a separate session).

Presented by Dr. Patti Giuffre, Associate Dean, The Graduate College

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This Shop Talk introduces writers to graduate-level writing expectations. It addresses graduate-level research writing with a focus on the general structure of research-based assignments such as research proposals and research studies for comprehensive exams, theses, or dissertations. Attendees will learn about the parts of these documents, the logic behind how they are written, and how to assess samples of research writing for their strengths and weaknesses in meeting the expectations of the genre. Although writing up literature reviews, methods, results, and conclusions will be discussed, this Shop Talk will serve as a broad overview of the genre.

Presented by Dr. Sarah Hart Micke, Director, University Writing Center

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Interested in learning more about external funding opportunities for graduate students to study or conduct research outside of their home country? Attend this special International Education Week event, which will involve three different sessions, tailored to specific audiences and purposes: Funding for Study and Research Abroad, Funding for Students Studying in the United States, and a panel of TXST External Funding Recipients. Registrants may attend any or all of the following 30-minute sessions:

10:00am - Funding for Study and Research Abroad
This session will provide a brief overview of some of the external funding opportunities available to help graduate students study foreign languages, teach English, and conduct research abroad. Although most of these opportunities are limited to U.S. citizens, we will also share strategies used by international students to pursue funded activities outside of the United States.

10:30am - Funding for Students Studying in the United States
This session will provide information about the approaches and tools used by international students to find external funding opportunities for which they are eligible. During this session, attendees will discover how to customize their funding searches, as well as learn about TXST international students who have received external awards.

11:00am - Panel of TXST External Funding Recipients
This event will conclude with a panel discussion about the successful strategies that TXST awardees have deployed in their own planning, searching, and application processes. Join us to hear from these external funding recipients about their experiences and advice in seeking international education!

Presented by Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz, External Funding Specialist, The Graduate College &
Dr. Brian Smith, External Funding Specialist, The Graduate College

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At this workshop, one of the librarians of research, will cover search tips that can help when searching library databases. No matter what discipline you’re in, these search tips will help you conduct more effective searches. The workshop will also cover related library services and resources, as well as citation management tools & software that you can consider incorporating into your research to help keep you organized.

Presented by Sam Marsh, Research Librarian, University Libraries

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Curious about AI use in the research process? This workshop introduces AI literacy concepts, strategies, and tools. Attendees will leave with an understanding of how they can use AI responsibly and save time during their next research project.

Presented by Audrey Stewart, Assistant Director of Information Literacy and Instruction, University Libraries &
Sam Marsh, Research Librarian, University Libraries

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The Graduate College would like to invite you to an upcoming event during “Brews, Bites, & Bobcats: A Grad College Networking Event” on Thursday, November 19, 2026, 4-6:30 p.m. in the foyer of the Avery Building on the Round Rock campus.

We will have tables with information, food, and raffles! Come join The Graduate College Deans and staff at this fun networking event!