October 5 - October 18, 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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It's finally Fall, Y'all! The weather is cooling down, the rain is coming back, and semester projects are starting. GSA will begin to ramp up events for both online and in-person students during the later half of the semester, so be on the lookout for their announcements both here in the TWO and in the Graduate Student Pulse!
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 6 @ 11:00 AM (Virtual)
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🧑💻Mentoring from the Middle: Session 2 |
Join us virtually for session 2 of Mentoring from the Middle! In this webinar, we will explore factors that influence motivation and student learning with a focus on how effective mentoring can help students build confidence in their research and research-related skills. We will provide practical strategies to cultivate resilience in students who experience imposter fears and who struggle to maintain motivation in response to mistakes, setbacks, and disappointment. Register here!
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| October 12 @ 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM (Cashion Academic Building)
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SET: Teaching the Hardest Issues of Our Age |
Some of the most challenging classroom conversations can also create some of the most meaningful opportunities for learning. In this session, Dr. David Corey (Professor of Political Science in the Honors Program) shares his experience in teaching controversial social and political topics (e.g., race, immigration, Israel, sexual identity) and describes some strategies for success.
In-person only. Session will be recorded and posted for later viewing. Register here!
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October 12 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Cashion Academic Building)
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Fall 2026 Student/Alumni Networking Event |
The Baylor University Career Center is hosting the Fall 2026 Student/Alumni Networking Event on Monday, October 12, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
The evening will begin with an engaging alumni panel, emceed by Dr. Blair Browning, featuring Baylor graduates who will share their career journeys, lessons learned, and advice for navigating life after college. Following the panel, students will have the opportunity to connect directly with alumni across a variety of industries and career paths. Register through Handshake here!
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| October 16 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (GRC and Virtual)
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🧑💻GPS Workshop: Conference Confidence, Networking and Presenting
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Conferences are vital to the academic career: they're where you share ideas, stay up to date on the latest research in your field, receive feedback on your work, and make important networking connections. It's important to put your best foot forward as your present your current research projects. This workshop will feature a panel of faculty members who will share their insights on how to navigate conferences with confidence.
No registration needed for this event. See the full GPS workshop line up for the year or previous session recordings here!
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October 7 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (GRC and Virtual)
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🧑💻GSA General Assembly Meeting |
The Graduate Student Association general assembly meeting is a time to gather as graduate students over pizza and hear more about the opportunities available to graduate students! Anyone is welcome to attend online or in-person!
Zoom Link: Here!
Meeting ID: 822 3515 5040
Passcode: GSA
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🧑💻 Grad Student Resources |
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Want to get involved in 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! (Drop-in consultations are meant for discussions less than 30 minutes long; otherwise, please make an appointment.) More information here!
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🧑💻How do I know when employers are visiting campus? |
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Looking for a way to meet employers who want to hire Baylor grads? The Career Center hosts a number of fairs each semester—from the large-scale “Career Day” event last week all the way down to info sessions with specific employers (Association of Public Health Labs, CIA, SpaceX, Merck). All these events are available to view and register for through your Handshake account.
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University Events & Announcements |
Enjoy Fall Break (All day — No classes) on October 9th! We recommend that you coordinate with your GA supervisor regarding work as this day is an academic break but is not considered a holiday.
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 9 - Fall Break (No Classes)
October 16 - Deadline for doctoral students to complete the dissertation oral exam
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Stay connected with the Baylor Graduate School
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