The Graduate Student's Guide: Recent Episodes
The University of Arizona Graduate Center
In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Shelley Hawthorne Smith, an Assistant Professor of Practice and Associate Director of the Graduate Writing Lab. We discussed Navigating Thesis and Dissertation Challenges, and she offered insights that will help you chart a course through the complexities of project data management, writing dilemmas, time constraints, and the climactic defense.
Jennifer Gwasira's interest in the University of Arizona was marked by her passion for languages, which was ignited during her high school cultural exchange experience in Germany.
A decision to pursue a master’s degree in the German language, along with great cross-continental networking, paved her path to Tucson. She finds the campus to be a welcoming and diverse place, and she appreciates the safety measures and robust student support.
This interview was recorded on September 19, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Graduate Student's Guide.
In this edition, we take you on a musical journey from the heart of Transylvania to the vibrant landscapes of Arizona, featuring the incredibly talented pianist, Greta Pastor. Greta's story is one of passion, dedication, and a harmonious blend of cultures that resonates through her music.
Learn about the Graduate Center's treasure trove of workshops, webinars, and other events that support graduate students in their quest for job market readiness and career advancement.
We interviewed Dr. Shawn Nordell, the Associate Director of Graduate Career Services at the Graduate Center, who discussed the array of resources available to graduate students.
Learn about Dean Kirsten Limesand's path to leadership, her vision for the Graduate College, and engagement initiatives like Grad Success Messenger and Monthly Donuts with the Dean. This interview was on Oct 25, 2023.
Tune into a conversation about graduation with Connie Sun, Bethany Kasprzyk, and Sonia Delphin Pérez, who will all be graduating with a master’s degree or a Ph.D. in Spring 2023.
Join Karen Zimmerman, Assistant Director and Professor at the University of Arizona’s School of Art, for a discussion about navigating academic conferences and how conference attendees can make the most out of their experiences.
Join Neuroscience Ph.D. Student and 2022 ARCS Scholar, Matthew Schmit, for a conversation about interdisciplinary collaboration in STEM and what students thinking of applying to the ARCS Foundation should know.
Join Fiona Grugan, Senior Program Coordinator for the University of Arizona International Student Services, for a conversation about how international students can get involved with their community, and the benefits they may derive therefrom.
Kelli Lycke, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences GPSC representative, explains what the
Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC) is, how it can help graduate students, and
how graduate students can get involved.
Orchestral conducting chose Fátima Corona del Toro. Now, it's her responsibility to choose the music.
Join for us for a discussion with Sarrah Hannon, Ph.D. student in the University of Arizona’s Pharmacology and Toxicology program, about navigating graduate school with a disability.
Dr. Chris Impey, University Distinguished Professor of Astronomy, discusses how researchers have a responsibility to share what they’ve learned with the public, how to condense complex information into a comprehensible story, and what role an audience plays in a presentation.
Ecological Economist and University Fellow, Joona Mikkola, tells us about the journey that led him to the helm of his own climate tech startup, SoilWatch, and the change he hopes to effect after finishing his Ph.D. at UArizona.
Join us for a conversation with the Graduate Center’s Graduate Assistant for Fellowship Support, Bethany Kasprzyk, about how to find funding in graduate school. We talk about internal and external funding, application timing, and workshops and resources available to students who want to make their applications the best that it can be.
Ivette Merced, psychology PhD student at the University of Arizona, shares some advice about mental health for graduate students. We talk about the human side of graduate school, work/life balance, and mentorship. We also talk about the first steps students can take to change harmful thinking patterns and encourage positive growth.
We talk to the Graduate Center’s Career Development Graduate Assistant, Kelsey Hanson, about how to tell if academia is the right place for you, how to transfer your skillset to the wider job market, and how to find a fulfilling career path.
Ivette Merced, psychology PhD student at the University of Arizona, shares some advice about mental health for graduate students. We talk about the human side of graduate school, work/life balance, and mentorship. We also talk about the first steps students can take to change harmful thinking patterns and encourage positive growth.
We talk with Anesu Samuel Masango about navigating graduate school as an international student.
Earl Lee, the Director of Training Initiatives at the University of Arizona, talks about how to recognize and overcome imposter syndrome.