Shop Talks
Grad College Shop Talks include everything that has to do with your graduate degree, from program requirements to research and everything in between. Grad College Shop Talks provide presentations in key areas of your shop — including strategizing efficient degree completion, finding research support, disseminating your scholarship, and planning for your career. We even offer a certificate of completion which you can add to your resume!
Upcoming Shop Talks
Our Shop Talks are always free, and we invite you to join us for as many sessions as you would like. To view Shop Talks descriptions and to register, select a Shop Talk title that you are interested in learning more about.
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- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
In this workshop, we will delve into the art of taking smart notes, a technique that can revolutionize your research, writing, and critical thinking skills. Drawing from the principles outlined in Sönke Ahrens' book, we will explore effective strategies for capturing, organizing, and leveraging your notes to enhance your academic pursuits. Join us to discover a transformative approach to note-taking (or, note-making!) that will empower you to excel in your graduate studies and beyond.
Presented by: Jess Williams, Assistant Director, University LibrariesRegister today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Presented by: Dr. Lauren Brentnell , Director, University Writing Center
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Presented by: Ethne Sorenson, Administrative Assistant II, University Libraries
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Golato, Dean, The Graduate College
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Presented by: Dr. Alyssa Fernandez, Psychologist, Counseling Center
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Presented by: Dr. Joanna Collins, Assistant Director, University Writing Center
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Meet The Graduate College deans virtually: Dr. Andrea Golato, Dean, Dr. Patti Giuffre, Associate Dean, Dr. Donna Vandiver, Associate Dean and, Dr. Clay Green, Associate Dean. Join the event and hear their tips for success on graduate studies, research, and careers in academia. Bring your questions!
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Golato, Dean, The Graduate CollegeDr. Patti Giuffre, Associate Dean, The Graduate College
Dr. Donna Vandiver, Associate Dean, The Graduate College
Dr. Clay Green, Associate Dean, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Presented by: Sherry Yang, Career Counselor, Career Services
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
• acknowledging the negative impacts of rejection
• understanding the benefits of non-selection
• interpreting negative feedback as constructive criticism
• building on feedback to move forward and persevere
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz and Dr. Brian Smith, External Funding Coordinators, The Graduate College
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Presented by: Tricia Boucher, Librarian, University Libraries
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashley Carrington
512-245-3593
amc189@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Presented by: Dr. Byron Kerr, Assistant Director, Financial Aid and Scholarships
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending Shop Talks? Learn more. Click here for more information
What Students Are Saying
"As an international student, I am continuously impressed by the resources offered by The Graduate College to help student success, as I did not encounter anything similar at my previous institutions. I am very grateful for the Shop Talks because they have helped me grow as a writer, improve my presentation skills, feel more structured in my finances and gain more self-confidence on the job market. In short, they have become crucial to my development as a graduate student and professional in academia."
– Elisabeth Cuerrier-Richer, PhD, Department of Anthropology
"As a current graduate student working towards my M. Ed. In Student Affairs in Higher Education, Shop Talks have been essential to my program by helping me understand the process of research, walking me through helpful links and tools for classes, and helping me find new ways to fund my degree. The Shop Talks have taught me to be a better student by reaching out to and using the resources around me on and off campus. I have grown in my program, as a student, and as a person in learning about these topics."
– Kayanna Resetar, M. Ed. Student Affairs in Higher Education
"I gain much more than academic support, but a set of handy tools to bring along in the next stage of my professional journey."
– Crosville Williams, Master's in Public Administration
If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact 512.245.2281 at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
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