Graduate Calendar

Are you just beginning your master's program at Texas State? Come listen to the wisdom and advice of experienced master's students as they discuss things they know now that they wish they had known when they began their degrees!

Are you just beginning your master's program at Texas State? Come listen to the wisdom and advice of experienced master's students as they discuss things they know now that they wish they had known when they began their degrees!

Presented by: Ashley Carrington, Student Development Specialist II for Retention Initiatives, The Graduate College

Are you just beginning your doctoral program at Texas State? Come listen to the wisdom and advice of experienced doctoral students as they discuss things they know now that they wish they had known when they began their degrees!

Are you just beginning your doctoral program at Texas State? Come listen to the wisdom and advice of experienced doctoral students as they discuss things they know now that they wish they had known when they began their degrees!

Presented by: Ashley Carrington, Student Development Specialist II for Retention Initiatives, The Graduate College

Graduate school is time-consuming, and balancing academic, work, and personal life is challenging. This session will provide attendees with tips and techniques for evaluating and managing their time and attention. Students will learn mindful productivity strategies to increase time for deep work and reduce stress and overwhelm. Both print and digital tools will be introduced.

Graduate school is time-consuming, and balancing academic, work, and personal life is challenging. This session will provide attendees with tips and techniques for evaluating and managing their time and attention. Students will learn mindful productivity strategies to increase time for deep work and reduce stress and overwhelm. Both print and digital tools will be introduced.

Presented by: Donna Dean, Research Coaching Coordinator, University Libraries

Do your palms sweat at the thought of presenting in class or at a conference? You're not alone—and you're not stuck. This workshop is designed specifically for graduate students who want to conquer their fear of public speaking and become confident, compelling communicators. 
 
In this workshop, you will learn how to:
•    Understand the psychology behind speaking anxiety
•    Reframe nervous energy into powerful presence
•    Structure and deliver clear, impactful messages
•    Practice techniques for managing stress and building confidence
 
Whether you're preparing for a thesis defense, teaching your first class, or presenting at a professional conference, this workshop will equip you with the tools to speak with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

Do your palms sweat at the thought of presenting in class or at a conference? You're not alone—and you're not stuck. This workshop is designed specifically for graduate students who want to conquer their fear of public speaking and become confident, compelling communicators.

In this workshop, you will learn how to:
• Understand the psychology behind speaking anxiety
• Reframe nervous energy into powerful presence
• Structure and deliver clear, impactful messages
• Practice techniques for managing stress and building confidence

Whether you're preparing for a thesis defense, teaching your first class, or presenting at a professional conference, this workshop will equip you with the tools to speak with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

Presented by: Mark Paz, Assistant Professor of Construction, Department of Communication Studies

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.

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: Sherry Yang, Career Counselor, Career Services

In this session, students will learn about preparing for the Graduate Student Research Conference (GSRC), held by The Graduate College. The GSRC will be a live in-person poster conference. This Shop Talks session will provide an overview of the conference, details about how to create an excellent poster, and information about submitting the poster for the conference. We hope to have lots of graduate students showcase their work in the GSRC!

In this session, students will learn about preparing for the Graduate Student Research Conference (GSRC), held by The Graduate College. The GSRC will be a live in-person poster conference. This Shop Talks session will provide an overview of the conference, details about how to create an excellent poster, and information about submitting the poster for the conference. We hope to have lots of graduate students showcase their work in the GSRC!

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