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Graduate Student Workshops
Note: Power Point files from each workshop will be available. Podcasts from each workshop will be available approximately two weeks after each presentation date. Visit the "OGS Podcasts" area (under Multimedia) to view or download the Graduate Student Workshop items. Podcasts will also be available via iTunes U.
The Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) has partnered with the Career Center, Student Counseling Services (SCS), Texas A&M University Libraries, International Programs Office (IPO), the Office of the Vice President of Research (VPR), Student Health Services (SHS), the Thesis Office and the Office of Undergraduate Research (UGR) to present a series of important and informative workshops for graduate students.
the workshops and to find out the specific workshop locations.
Deadlines and OGS Overview
Monday, February 4 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Learn about important deadlines, procedures and how OGS can help you (by OGS staff)
Writing and Plagiarism
Monday, February 11 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Tips to improve your writing skills and the pitfalls of plagiarism (by OGS staff)
Writing an Abstract
Monday, February 25 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
How to write an appropriate, concise and effective abstract (by OGS staff)
Responsible Conduct in Research
Tuesday, March 4 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Learn essential rules, regulations and research procedures (by VPR staff)
Jobs/Internships for Graduate Students
Tuesday, March 18 from 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Learn about job/internship resources and job hunting tips (by Career Center staff)
Suicide Prevention
Monday, March 31 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
How to help deal with challenges and be aware of signs of suicidal tendencies (by SCS staff)
Health Insurance
Monday, April 7 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Find out about health insurance options for graduate students (by SHS staff)
Thesis Office
Monday, April 14 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Learn important steps for writing your thesis/dissertation (by Thesis Office staff)
Financial Aid for Graduate Students
Monday, April 21 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
A session for international students will take place from 4:30 to 5 p.m.
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session for domestic students will follow from 5 to 5:30 p.m. (by Financial Aid Office staff)
How to Mentor Undergraduates in Research
Tuesday, May 13 from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Discuss the importance of undergraduates in research and how to mentor them (by UGR staff)