October 19 - November 1, 2026 |
The Two Week Outlook is a weekly newsletter curated by graduate students for graduate students. Check it out every week so you don't miss:
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- GPS workshops and GSA events
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Opportunities to connect with other graduate students, staff, and faculty
- Relevant university and campus events, hand-picked for graduate students
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🧑💻 indicates resources also available virtually.
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Big 12 Football is in full swing, Fall Break is behind us, the semester is really starting to fly by! GSA wanted to say that they hope everyone who was able to come to the Diversity Gala enjoyed it and also good luck to the upcoming 3-Minute Thesis competitors! If you are interested in presenting your research at the 3MT competition - or attending - click here!
As always, the Graduate School would not be what it is without YOU. Thank you for all you contribute to Baylor, whether here in Waco or beyond!
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| October 20 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Virtual)
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🧑💻Mentoring from the Middle: Feedback and Communication Skills to Promote Learning |
Even strong mentoring relationships experience challenges, which can only be resolved through clear and open communication engaging both the mentor and mentee. In this webinar, we will discuss how to cultivate a positive feedback culture and will provide models and tools for providing effective feedback. We will also discuss balancing support for student learning with outside resources, responsibility, and accountability, and will explore when and how to engage others in resolving situations. Register for this event here!
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| October 23 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST (GRC and Virtual)
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🧑💻GPS Workshop: Preparing for a Career in Academia |
Join us for a panel discussion with interdisciplinary faculty on the steps you should take to prepare for a career in academia. We will discuss the qualifications needed for a position in academia, the activities and steps that one should take to be competitive for those positions and to thrive in the academy, and have time for specific questions from attendees! The zoom link is available here for those attending virtually.
See the full GPS workshop line up for the year or previous session recordings here!
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| October 23 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT (Virtual)
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🧑💻Demystifying the Publication Process: Advice from Journal Editors - by NCFDD |
This event is hosted by the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity.
For many academics, especially those with high research expectations, there are strong expectations to publish in peer-reviewed journals. However, academics often are not taught formally how to navigate the unwritten rules, unspoken expectations, and hidden processes affiliated with publishing in peer-reviewed journals. In this discussion panel, journal editors will demystify the publishing process and share valuable insight and advice. In addition, we will welcome questions from the audience in an interactive Q&A session. We hope you can join us!
To register for this event you will need to become a member through your Baylor University sign-in. Register to become a member and register for the event here!
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Scaffolding the Language of Power |
Dr. Kathryn Strom is Professor of Educational Leadership at California State University East Bay, Director of the Center for Research in Equity and Complexity in Education (CRECE), and Honorary Associate Professor of Pedagogy, Curriculum, and Assessment at University College London. Her research engages a range of critical and complex theories to create affirmative, relational academic counter-practices for preparing and supporting justice-oriented teachers, educational leaders, and scholars. She is author of the book series Scaffolding the Language of Power in Academia (Myers Press) and is PI of the NSF-funded research project “Teaching for the Anthropocene.”
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| October 30 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST (GRC and Virtual)
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🧑💻GPS Workshop: Time Management in Graduate School |
This workshop allows students to explore time management strategies for balancing graduate-level academics, family and/or work responsibilities, and social life. We will cover specialized techniques to make study time more efficient, and students will have the opportunity to create a weekly study schedule to maximize their time. We will also cover the variety of academic resources available to our graduate student population. Zoom link available here!
See the full GPS workshop line up for the year or previous session recordings here!
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| October 27 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Be Kind Coffee
1534 Washington Ave)
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Come write with fellow grad students at Be Kind Coffee. First 20 arrivals receive a coffee on us! A writing consultant will be available to answer questions or consult on your writing.
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| October 28 @ 5:00 PM CST (Virtual)
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🧑💻GSA Online: Dumpling Making Workshop Night - Sponsored by the Online Committee
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Join Baylor GSA and the Graduate School as we prepare a Taste of Waco at home! Cha Community will lead out on a workshop learning how to make dumplings at home!
An RSVP is required, and participants must be able to gather ingredients for the program. Participants will be entered into a raffle after the program!
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| Ongoing Initiative - Supported by the GSA Advocacy Committee
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Bicycle Drive for McLennan County Specialty Courts |
Specialty treatment and restorative justice courts are a nationwide program to offer alternatives to incarceration for clients. Many of the clients who are served by these courts are facing social barriers, such as access to transportation.
We are working in coordination with one of the local court system case managers in the court system to hold an ongoing bike drive/collection to improve access to care through increased transportation access. They will even fix the bikes for clients for free if repairs are needed. Please fill out this form to coordinate your bike donation if you have an unused bike!
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🧑💻 Grad Student Resources |
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Want to attend one of our GPS workshops? Many of the workshops are also recorded and stored for students to watch anytime! View our upcoming events and past recordings here.
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| The Bobo Spiritual Life Center offers free coffee from 8am-10am every Monday-Thursday and is a great study space if you need a place on campus!
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| 🧑💻The Division of Graduate Writing offers weekly drop-in hours in-person and online. Meet with a consultant to chat about concerns you have with your project without an appointment! Read more about the writing opportunities available to you here!
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Are You Thinking about Applying for PhD programs or pursuing a Post-Doc? |
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If you’re wrapping up your master’s and looking to apply to a PhD program or finishing out your PhD and considering a post0doc, the Career Center can help you with your personal statement, resume/CV, and timelines for applications, including standardized test scores like the GMAT or GRE. The team of Career Services Professionals specialize in specific fields and disciplines and can assist you in narrowing down programs and preparing your application. Login into Handshake to create an account today.
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University Events & Announcements |
· Try out LeapSpace! A new AI-driven tool offered by the Baylor Libraries. Leapspace is a research-grade, AI-assisted workspace designed to enhance literature reviews, strengthen topical analysis, and use verified peer-reviewed data. This trial offered by the Baylor Libraries is only available for the month of October so take advantage of this opportunity now!
· Be more Bear Aware with the ITS cybersecurity checklist! Find internet and data safety advice all in one spot here!
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October 20–25 | Baylor Theatre presents its production of Earth and Sky.
October 23 - 7:00pm | Baylor Volleyball vs Houston - Dig Pink Night! - Students get free admission at the Ferrell Center with their student ID!
October 25 - 12:00pm | Baylor Volleyball vs Kansas - Espresso and Aces, a Gilmore Girls-themed match. First 250 students will receive a large coffee mug featuring a Luke's Diner-inspired logo - Students get free admission at the Ferrell Center with their student ID!
October 26 - 7:30pm | Baylor Symphony Orchestra Concert. Event link here!
October 30 - 7:30pm | Halloween Organ Concert. Event link here!
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