Attend the Grad Welcome and Fall Picnic
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The Institute welcomes all new and returning graduate students with the Annual Grad Welcome and Fall Picnic. Join us on Friday, August 23, 2024. This in-person event is your chance to connect with peers, enjoy free food and games, learn about our cherished traditions, and more. Don't miss out on free spirit items to start the new academic year. Admission is free for all Georgia Tech graduate students. Don't forget to bring your Buzz card for check-in.
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Grad SGA Leaders Outline Vision for 2024-25 Year
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As Kiera Tran, president, and Donglai Yang, executive vice president, step into their new roles, the pair have set their sights on addressing key issues affecting graduate students, including housing, career development, resource accessibility, and support for international students.
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Peer Tutoring Available for New Grad Students and Select Courses
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Georgia Tech is excited to launch its pilot partnership with Knack, the fastest-growing peer learning platform for college students, to offer specialized tutorial services for select first-year graduate courses. Beginning this fall, first-year graduate students will be able to access free peer tutoring for select grad courses. Peer tutoring is available for on-campus and online students.
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Senators Wanted for Graduate Student Government Association
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Graduate students interested in representing their College and enhancing the graduate student experience are invited to consider running for the Graduate Student Senate. Interested persons have until August 27 to submit an application. Senate elections are open from August 28 until September 2, 2024.
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Career Opportunity: Career Bootcamp 1 - Resumes, Cover Letters, & Job Searching (Virtual)
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Are you gearing up for your job search? Join us to learn best practices for resume writing, cover letters, and job search best practices.
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Developing an Effective Resume for First Year Masters Students (Virtual)
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Summer Internship Recruiting begins with the Fall All-Majors Career Fair and extends through Spring. Gain insight on upgrading your resume in time for the Fall recruiting season.
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Inside Boeing: Networking Insights from Industry Leaders (Virtual)
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Gain valuable networking strategies and insights directly from Boeing. Hear from Alejandro Botero, Senior Manager and Airplane Characteristics Certification Leader, and Kaela Fraizer, Composite Materials & Process Engineer. Learn how to build connections, navigate professional relationships, and leverage opportunities within industry. This webinar is open to all Georgia Tech students including undergraduate, Master, and PhD. Post-doc students are welcome as well!
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Resume Lab for Master's and Ph.D. Students (In-person)
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Experience a resume workshop like no other! Bring your laptop and get ready to actively update your resume with personalized guidance and constructive peer reviews. You'll be working right at your table, making real-time improvements with our expert support. Light refreshments will be offered. Note: This is a collaborative working workshop, not an individual resume review session. Location: Bill Moore Student Success Center; President suites A, B, C, and D
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Funding Opportunity: Georgia Tech Pathbreakers Fellowship Program
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The Pathbreakers Fellows Program provides exceptional STEM Ph.D. students with an opportunity to expand their mentoring network, enhance professional skills, and receive additional financial support during their Ph.D. program.
The program is sponsored by the Georgia Tech President's Office. It was previously sponsored by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation as a part of the University Center of Exemplary Mentoring (UCEM) program.
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Presidential Management Fellows Program
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The Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program is administered by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. The PMF Program is a flagship leadership development program at the entry level for advanced degree candidates. The PMF program provides some sustenance during the first years of employment and encourages leadership development, ultimately encouraging and leading to a career in the government. The PMF Class of 2025 The application opens at 12:00 p.m. Eastern, on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, and closes at 12: 00 p.m. Eastern, on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024.
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Wellness Opportunity: Open Enrollment for Student Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
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The enrollment/waiver period for Georgia Tech’s Student Health Insurance Program (SHIP) provided by Stamps Health Services opened on July 22 and closes on September 27. This program is available for enrolled undergraduate and graduate students and their eligible dependents who do not already have insurance and includes comprehensive covered benefits (medical, dental, vision, prescription, and worldwide travel). Visit the SHS website to Check your eligibility for the voluntary plan and learn about the enrollment process.
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| W.E. Welcomes You Back To Campus
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W.E. Welcome You is an annual event to introduce the Wellness Empowerment Staff to Georgia Tech students. Come meet the W.E. Center and engage in a jammed-packed day full of education, fun activities, and resources to help Georgia Tech students understand the various programs and services offered at the Wellness Empowerment Center. W.E. Welcome You will have free giveaways, games, snacks, and much more! See you on Aug. 22 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the green space between the CRC and Stamps Health Services. Rain location is the Exhibition Hall Midtown Ballroom.
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| Apply to be a Pride Peer Today
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Are you a seasoned LGBTQIA graduate student desiring to give back and help new graduate students? If so, our Pride Peers mentorship program is just for you! Applications are live and ready for you! Pride Peers is open for graduate students of all levels and LGBTQIA identities! If you have questions about the Pride Peers program, please visit our website for more information.
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Additional Opportunity: Global Black Pride
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This year, Atlanta, Georgia will host the 2024 Global Black Pride! The LGBTQIA Resource Center is providing 15 students with a FREE opportunity to attend the Human Rights & Health Conference! There is also an opportunity to volunteer as well as attend the Black Pride March! RSVP by August 23! For more information, contact William Britto using the button below.
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| The Women’s Resource Center invites you to the Graduate Women’s Welcome on Friday, August 16 and Friday, August 30 from 10 am – 12 pm where you’ll get the chance to mingle with other grad students and learn more about the Women’s Resource Center. Coffee and light refreshments will be available, along with conversation starters and opportunities to get involved with the center!
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| The Grad Lounge Presents: Casino Night
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Join the Grad Lounge for Casino Night on Friday, August 30, 2024! Participants will receive a wristband at the door for their designated hour of unlimited play. Pizza and snacks will be provided! There is a limited number of tickets available so be sure to click the link below to reserve your spot today.
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| Labor Day (Campus Closed) |
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