Shop Talks
Your shop is 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 even planning for your career. Our Shop Talks are always free, and we invite you to join us for as many sessions as you would like. We even offer a certificate of completion which you can add to your resume!
Fall 2019 Schedule
- Location:
- LBJ 3-3.1
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512-245-2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/workshop.html - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College and The International Office
In collaboration with the International Office, The Graduate College is pleased to announce a Shop Talk geared specifically towards international graduate students. The workshop will provide information regarding the academic etiquette within the framework of the U.S. higher education system, explore cultural adjustment, discuss plagiarism, and will address faculty expectations in a panel featuring Texas State students and faculty.
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This event is free, but advanced registration is required! Click here for more information
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Register now!
This event is free, but advanced registration is required! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This Shop Talk is for prospective applicants to the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP). The GRFP provides three years of financial support for graduate students pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), STEM education, and the social sciences. If you are an undergraduate senior or a graduate student in your first or second year of graduate school, this workshop is for you! Learn about the NSF Merit Review Criteria, find out how to craft the required statements, and get tips to share with your faculty advisor and reference writers.
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz – External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz – External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Are you just beginning your graduate program at Texas State? Come listen to the wisdom and advice of experienced masters and doctoral students as they discuss things they know now that they wish they had known when they began their degrees!
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Register today!
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
shoptalks@txstate.edu
512.245.2581
gradcollege.txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This webinar 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 methods, results, and conclusions will be discussed, this webinar will specifically emphasize introductions and literature reviews.
Presented by: Jess Reynolds - Graduate Coordinator, The Writing Center
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Presented by: Jess Reynolds - Graduate Coordinator, The Writing Center
Register today! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512-245-2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Think of this Shop Talk as a mini-orientation (or an orientation refresher)! You will learn about a variety of resources available to you, including career prep services, library tools, graduate student organizations, conference travel funding, and more! There will also be time for you to raise questions and concerns. Get the inside scoop from a seasoned graduate student who will share tips for making the most of out of your graduate studies.
Presented by: Brittany Davis - Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Brittany Davis - Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
The P.E.O. Sisterhood supports several philanthropic educational projects that provide assistance to women pursuing graduate degrees: Educational Loan Fund, International Peace Scholarship, Program for Continuing Education, and Scholar Awards. Learn more about each program, find out if you are eligible to apply, and gain insights into the application process.
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Wondering how to attend to your mental well-being while in graduate school? This session will address factors that impact mental well-being (e.g., work-life balance). It also covers skills for coping with common mental health concerns faced by graduate students (e.g., anxiety).
Round Rock and Online students: this session will be live-streamed. Email shoptalks@txstate.edu at least two hours prior to the session start time for access information.
Presented by: Erica Mathis - Doctoral Intern, University Counseling Center
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Round Rock and Online students: this session will be live-streamed. Email shoptalks@txstate.edu at least two hours prior to the session start time for access information.
Presented by: Erica Mathis - Doctoral Intern, University Counseling Center
Register today! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Graduate school is time-consuming. Learning to balance life, work, and class assignments is challenging. This session will provide attendees with tips and techniques for evaluating and managing their time. Students will leave the session with a variety of strategies for effective time management.
Presented by: Brittany Davis – Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Brittany Davis – Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512-245-2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Attend this Shop Talk to find out how to make the best use of your time and energy to be successful in online learning. Areas to be covered include:
-Managing your time when working online
-Creating the proper space for your home classroom
-Identifying the typical tools you will want to have handy - including the free ones!
-Knowing where to get help when you need it
-Understanding best practices for communicating in an online learning environment
-Staying on task and on time
Presented by: Dana Willett - Assistant Vice President, Distance and Extended Learning
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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-Managing your time when working online
-Creating the proper space for your home classroom
-Identifying the typical tools you will want to have handy - including the free ones!
-Knowing where to get help when you need it
-Understanding best practices for communicating in an online learning environment
-Staying on task and on time
Presented by: Dana Willett - Assistant Vice President, Distance and Extended Learning
Register today!
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512-245-2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This webinar covers academic-style writing and entering the academic conversation of your field. This includes building an awareness of disciplinary writing conventions, tone, and audience. Additionally, preparing and producing literature reviews will be discussed. Participants will also be informed on common areas of improvement within academic writing, and they will be provided with advice on how to avoid and/or correct these types of errors. Finally, tips on writer’s block and goal setting will also be discussed.
Presented by: Jess Reynolds - Graduate Coordinator, The Writing Center
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Jess Reynolds - Graduate Coordinator, The Writing Center
Register today!
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Individual Development Plans promote self-reflection, assessment, and goal setting by
•identifying strengths and areas for growth
•setting professional, scholarly, personal, and academic goals
•acting as a guide between you and your mentor/advisor
For graduate students, creating an IDP can serve as a guide for your graduate studies. In this workshop we will discuss the benefits of an IDP and work on developing your personalized IDP focusing on key areas for graduate students: communication, teaching, scholarly development, professionalism, and career development.
Presented by: Brittany Davis - Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
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•identifying strengths and areas for growth
•setting professional, scholarly, personal, and academic goals
•acting as a guide between you and your mentor/advisor
For graduate students, creating an IDP can serve as a guide for your graduate studies. In this workshop we will discuss the benefits of an IDP and work on developing your personalized IDP focusing on key areas for graduate students: communication, teaching, scholarly development, professionalism, and career development.
Presented by: Brittany Davis - Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
Register today! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
While they may contain discipline-specific elements and vary in how they present their information, all CVs share certain characteristics. We will cover the basic elements of a CV, highlight key differences between a CV and a résumé, discuss sample CVs, and end with tips for drafting and fine-tuning your own CV.
Presented by: Dr. Peter Golato - Associate Professor, Modern Languages
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Presented by: Dr. Peter Golato - Associate Professor, Modern Languages
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- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Building off of the Shop Talk entitled “The ABC’s of Mental Wellness in Graduate School," which addressed factors that impact mental wellbeing in grad school, this webinar will additional techniques and skills for coping for common mental health concerns faced by graduate students.
Presented by: Erica Mathis - Doctoral Intern, University Counseling Center
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending at least eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Erica Mathis - Doctoral Intern, University Counseling Center
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending at least eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) offers several fellowships and grants to support women in graduate school: American Dissertation Fellowships, Career Development Grants, International Fellowships, and Selected Professions Fellowships. Learn more about each award, find out if you are eligible to apply, and get tips for applying.
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz – External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!*
*Off-campus students: This Shop Talk will be live-streamed. Please email shoptalks@txstate.edu to request access information.
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our
Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz – External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!*
*Off-campus students: This Shop Talk will be live-streamed. Please email shoptalks@txstate.edu to request access information.
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our
Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online Only
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
shoptalks@txstate.edu
512.245.2581
gradcollege.txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This Shop Talk is designed for Ph.D. students seeking tenure-track and lecturer positions at four-year colleges and universities. It will provide an overview of different types of universities, the typical timeline of job searches, and job application materials. In addition, participants will learn where positions are posted, how to read job advertisements, and how to prepare the various documents needed for applications. It is never too early to participate in this workshop: The earlier you know what is expected, the better you can seek out opportunities during your graduate career that will make you marketable later on. (Job interviews and job offer negotiations will be covered in separate Shop Talks.)
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Golato – Dean, The Graduate College
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Andrea Golato – Dean, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Do you know what you want to be when you grow up? While you may have a general idea based on what program you chose for graduate school, you may feel overwhelmed by your future career options or confused about what to do next in the process. This session will cover how to explore your values, interests, personality, and skills to discover the best career fit for you and how to come up with a plan to work towards a fulfilling career path.
Presented by: Emily Hawarny - Career Counselor, Career Services
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our
Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
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Presented by: Emily Hawarny - Career Counselor, Career Services
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our
Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This Shop Talk is for prospective applicants to the Boren Awards program. Boren Fellowships, an initiative of the National Security Education Program, provide up to $30,000 for U.S. graduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests, and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. In exchange for funding, Boren Fellows commit to working in the federal government for at least a year after graduation. Learn everything you need to know about the application process, including eligibility requirements; program preferences for countries, languages, and fields of study; the selection process; and the government service commitment.
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!*
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our
Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!*
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our
Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This Shop Talk is for prospective applicants to the Critical Language Scholarship, which provides opportunities for graduate students to study foreign languages overseas. The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) is a program of the U.S. Department of State, is a fully-funded, intensive language and cultural immersion program offered during 8-10 week summer sessions and is designed to promote rapid language gains. Learn everything you need to know about the application process, including eligibility requirements and selection process.
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!*
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our
Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our
Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
- Location:
- ASBN 100
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This workshop addresses writing qualitative and quantitative research methodology sections. Participants will learn about different parts of a methods section, how methodology informs research writing, and how to find gaps or shortcomings in methodological write-ups.
Presented by: Jess Reynolds - Graduate Coordinator, The Writing Center
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Presented by: Jess Reynolds - Graduate Coordinator, The Writing Center
Register today! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Designed for doctoral or master’s students writing a thesis or dissertation (or planning to!), this Shop Talk focuses on important elements of that process and strategies for successfully completing thesis/dissertation requirements. We will discuss resources, processes and procedures, committees, the defense (including many of the questions committee members ask) and the thesis/dissertation document. Bring your questions!
Presented by: Dr. Eric Paulson – Associate Dean, The Graduate College
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Eric Paulson – Associate Dean, The Graduate College
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Encino 104; 104
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Negotiating one’s salary is an important skill that will come in handy throughout your professional career when it comes to ensuring that you are getting paid what you are worth! However, these conversations can be an unfamiliar and uncomfortable topic for professionals at any level. Negotiation is a skill, and like any skill, it takes practice. According to the American Association for University Women (AAUW), women working full time in the United States are paid 80 percent of what white, non-Hispanic men are paid – a gap of 20 percent. If we are going to lessen the salary gap, we have to take actionable steps.
Join us for this Shop Talk as Project Know Your WORTH (Women Offering Resources, Truth, and Heart) covers the basics of salary negotiations including taking an evidence-based approach to maximize your value, marketing your graduate degree to potential employers, and leaving emotion out of the interaction. The content reviewed is geared towards women but open to all.
Presented by: Brittany Davis - Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
Register today for the face-to-face session or live-stream!
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Join us for this Shop Talk as Project Know Your WORTH (Women Offering Resources, Truth, and Heart) covers the basics of salary negotiations including taking an evidence-based approach to maximize your value, marketing your graduate degree to potential employers, and leaving emotion out of the interaction. The content reviewed is geared towards women but open to all.
Presented by: Brittany Davis - Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
Register today for the face-to-face session or live-stream!
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This Shop Talk is part of a series which introduces graduate students to the grant-writing process. This session will cover grant seeking and sponsored research. If you are wondering what a grant is, how to find one, and what role graduate student researchers play in the university’s grant submissions, this session is for you!
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This Shop Talk is designed for Ph.D. 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 Skype Interviews, and how to prepare for different elements of an on-campus visit. (The negotiation of job offers will be covered in a separate shop talk).
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 eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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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 eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This workshop is an introduction to the 3MT® competition that Texas State holds in the spring semester (the 3MT® or three-minute thesis is a research communication competition for master's thesis students and all PhD / EdD students) more information is below. The workshop includes an overview of the 3MT®, how the competition works, and how to prepare for it. This is an introductory workshop, with no preparation needed—if you think you might be interested in the 3MT®, or are just curious about how the competition works, you are encouraged to attend!
More information about the Texas State University 3MT® Competition can be found here:
www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/3mt.html
Here is some information about the 3MT®: Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland (UQ). Participants have three minutes to present a compelling oration on their thesis/dissertation research and its significance. The 3MT® Competition helps thesis and dissertation students develop academic, presentation, and research communication skills and supports the development of research students' capacity to effectively explain their research in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience.
Presented by: Dr. Eric Paulson – Associate Dean, The Graduate College
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
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More information about the Texas State University 3MT® Competition can be found here:
www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/3mt.html
Here is some information about the 3MT®: Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland (UQ). Participants have three minutes to present a compelling oration on their thesis/dissertation research and its significance. The 3MT® Competition helps thesis and dissertation students develop academic, presentation, and research communication skills and supports the development of research students' capacity to effectively explain their research in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience.
Presented by: Dr. Eric Paulson – Associate Dean, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512-245-2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Think of this Shop Talk as Formatting 101! We will cover the document structure of a thesis or dissertation, discuss specific requirements, and end with “how-tos” to help graduate students successfully format their theses and dissertations.
Presented by: Gwendolyn Balboa – Senior Degree Audit Specialist, The Graduate College
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Gwendolyn Balboa – Senior Degree Audit Specialist, The Graduate College
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
People fear presentations more than they fear death. Yet, we are required to “cheat death” every time that we stand before our colleagues both in academia and in the workplace. We will take your skills to the next level by offering pro tips that every death-defying professional needs to know. We live in a world that values the speaker for, not just what they say, but how they say it. In this session, we’ll discover how to construct a well-organized presentation AND deliver it masterfully. We all have a choice when it comes to professional presentations: we can be a Kanye, or we can be an Ellen. Which will YOU be?
*Be prepared to face your fears!
Presented by: Dani Artaza - Recruiting Coordinator, The Graduate College and Daniel King - Lecturer, Department of Communication Studies
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*Be prepared to face your fears!
Presented by: Dani Artaza - Recruiting Coordinator, The Graduate College and Daniel King - Lecturer, Department of Communication Studies
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 440
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Don't get lost in your own data! Good research data management consists of a number of skills that you rarely learn in a classroom but that are vital for reducing the pain points of a research project. Join us for this session to learn the whys and hows of defining metadata, data cleaning, good file naming practices, and more.
Presented by: Dianna Morganti - Librarian, Alkek Library
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Presented by: Dianna Morganti - Librarian, Alkek Library
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Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Read more about how you can earn our
Certificate of Completion! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 310
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Graduate students are expected to conduct research, write research papers and present at conferences. This Shop Talk is designed to help you better prepare for conference participation by discussing how to write a good research abstract in order to maximize chances of acceptance, how to present your research paper and how to network with other students, faculty and professionals attending the conference. Conference participation enables you to build not only your vita, but also your future career!
Presented by: Dr. Sandy Rao - Assistant Dean, The Graduate College
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Presented by: Dr. Sandy Rao - Assistant Dean, The Graduate College
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- Location:
- Encino 104 and Avery 367
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Negotiating one’s salary is an important skill that will come in handy throughout your professional career when it comes to ensuring that you are getting paid what you are worth! However, these conversations can be an unfamiliar and uncomfortable topic for professionals at any level. Negotiation is a skill, and like any skill, it takes practice. According to the American Association for University Women (AAUW), women working full time in the United States are paid 80 percent of what white, non-Hispanic men are paid – a gap of 20 percent. If we are going to lessen the salary gap, we have to take actionable steps.
Join us for this Shop Talk as Project Know Your WORTH (Women Offering Resources, Truth, and Heart) covers the basics of salary negotiations including taking an evidence-based approach to maximize your value, marketing your graduate degree to potential employers, and leaving emotion out of the interaction. The content reviewed is geared towards women but open to all.
Presented by: Brittany Davis - Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
Register today for the San Marcos or Round Rock session.
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Join us for this Shop Talk as Project Know Your WORTH (Women Offering Resources, Truth, and Heart) covers the basics of salary negotiations including taking an evidence-based approach to maximize your value, marketing your graduate degree to potential employers, and leaving emotion out of the interaction. The content reviewed is geared towards women but open to all.
Presented by: Brittany Davis - Student Development Specialist II, The Graduate College
Register today for the San Marcos or Round Rock session.
Did you know we offer a professional development certificate for attending Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- LBJ Ballroom
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Conducting research is a big part of graduate studies. A panel of distinguished professors will share their expertise and advice with graduate students on topics such as the importance of conducting research, benefits and challenges of conducting research, using appropriate methodology, balancing time between research and teaching, and getting research published. This panel is part of the Ninth International Research Conference for Graduate Students. A Graduate House Representative will moderate this Panel which will be in a Q&A format. Come with your own questions and learn from these award-winning panelists.
Panelists:
Dr. Roseann Mandziuk
University Distinguished Professor
Department of Communication Studies
Dr. Bill Brittain
University Distinguished Professor
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Dr. Oleg Komogortsev
Recipient of Presidential Award for Excellence in Scholarly/Creative Activities
Associate Professor
Department of Computer Science
Dr. Michael L. Ippolito
Recipient of Presidential Award for Excellence in Scholarly/Creative Activities
Assistant Professor
School of Music
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Round Rock and Online students: this session will be live-streamed. Email shoptalks@txstate.edu at least two hours prior to the session start time for access information. Click here for more information
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Panelists:
Dr. Roseann Mandziuk
University Distinguished Professor
Department of Communication Studies
Dr. Bill Brittain
University Distinguished Professor
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Dr. Oleg Komogortsev
Recipient of Presidential Award for Excellence in Scholarly/Creative Activities
Associate Professor
Department of Computer Science
Dr. Michael L. Ippolito
Recipient of Presidential Award for Excellence in Scholarly/Creative Activities
Assistant Professor
School of Music
Register today!
Round Rock and Online students: this session will be live-streamed. Email shoptalks@txstate.edu at least two hours prior to the session start time for access information. Click here for more information
- Location:
- ASBN 100
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This workshop addresses the final stages of the writing process. Editing and revision strategies will be covered, and participants will leave with useful tools to apply to their own writing. Participants are invited to bring any graduate-level writing they are currently working on. Time will be allocated to peer reviewing and workshopping papers with other participants. Additionally, a Writing Center Graduate Tutor will be present to offer feedback, and to answer questions about graduate-level writing.
Presented by: Jess Reynolds - Graduate Coordinator, The Writing Center
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Presented by: Jess Reynolds - Graduate Coordinator, The Writing Center
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- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Let’s face it, a generic/template cover letter and resume just isn’t going to cut it these days. So how can you make the best use of your time while maximizing your results? Come learn a few simple tips to customize and target your cover letter and resume to showcase the best you!
Presented by: Emily Hawarny - Career Counselor, Career Services
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Emily Hawarny - Career Counselor, Career Services
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek 440
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
Need to find good quality images for your presentations or papers? Come to the Finding Images workshop to learn how to use the library’s image databases, books, and public domain/open access image websites to find high quality images in all different subject areas including art, advertising, journalism, popular culture and more. Presentation tips, copyright, and tech tools will be also briefly be covered.
Presented by: Tara Smith - Librarian, University Library
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Round Rock and Online Students: this Shop Talk will be available via live-stream. For access information, email shoptalks@txstate.edu at least two hours in advance of the workshop start time.
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Tara Smith - Librarian, University Library
Register today!
Round Rock and Online Students: this Shop Talk will be available via live-stream. For access information, email shoptalks@txstate.edu at least two hours in advance of the workshop start time.
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Location:
- Online
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512.245.2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This Shop Talk is part of a series which introduces graduate students to the grant-writing process. This session will provide a step-by-step guide to the grant writing process, from planning to submission. If you are thinking about applying for grant funding and wondering how to get started, how long it will take, and what steps are involved, this session is for you!
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
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Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- The Graduate College
512-245-2581
shoptalks@txstate.edu
gradcollege.txstate.edu/events/shoptalks - Campus Sponsor:
- The Graduate College
This Shop Talk is for prospective applicants for the Celebrity Classic Scholarship and/or the Graduate College Scholarship. This interactive webinar will provide tips for tailoring your CV, crafting your essay, and requesting letters of recommendation. Find out how to make your application stand out!
Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
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Presented by: Dr. Andrea Hilkovitz - External Funding Coordinator, The Graduate College
Register today!
Did you know you can earn a Certificate of Completion by attending eight Shop Talks? Click here for more information
What students are saying...
"The educational and experiential opportunities that I have received through the Shop Talks have added value to my life in many ways that are too numerous to count."
"As a first-year graduate student, I found the Shop Talks extremely beneficial towards my success in my degree program. The wide variety of topics covered are a great resource to graduate students."
"The information provided through Shop Talks has contributed to my professional development and will assist me in my graduate studies and professional pursuits."
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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