I hope that you are enjoying the lovely February weather. Spring certainly comes early to Austin!
This month we have a number of valuable updates to share with you. Key highlights include a requirement for all TAs and AIs to complete FERPA training every two years, information about the upcoming Spring Convocation, an exciting chance to showcase your research in the third annual Empower Your Pitch competition and information about GSA travel awards. Learn more about these topics and other opportunities in the newsletter below.
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SARAH ADES, Ph.D.
Dean, The Graduate School
Senior Vice Provost for Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
The University of Texas at Austin
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Save the Date for Spring 2026 Convocation
Master's: Saturday, May 9, 4 p.m.
Doctoral: Friday, May 8, 8 a.m.
Registration is open for the Graduate School's Spring 2026 Convocation. If you have applied to graduate, you will receive an email invitation to participate. Please email GS.Commencement@austin.utexas.edu
with any questions.
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Grad School Relocates During Tower Restoration
The Graduate School team has relocated temporarily from the Main Building during the tower restoration project. Visit our website for updates on how you can contact our team and get support. Learn more.
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Science Without Limit: Apply to be a Fellow
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Pitch Your Research, Win Cash Prizes
Registration is now open for Empower Your Research Pitch, UT Austin's largest research communication competition. Communicate your research in just three minutes and compete for the chance to win up to $1,000. Join a practice studio to get started and register by March 5. Learn more.
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Patman Graduate Awards and Fellowships
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Looking for Connection? Join a SHARE Community!
Through the Longhorn SHARE Project, trained UT students facilitate weekly peer communities designed to help combat loneliness and create meaningful connections beyond surface-level interactions. Learn more.
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GSA Travel Awards – Apply by March 1
The Graduate Student Assembly is currently accepting applications for travel reimbursement up to $500 for travel in 2025 to present at a research conference or to conduct research. Graduate and professional degree students are eligible. Learn more.
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GSA Spring Appropriations
Is your Registered Student Organization hosting an event or initiative for graduate and professional students? Apply to the GSA to receive financial support for items such as t-shirts, posters, flyers, banners, office supplies, programs and promotional materials. Learn More.
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See You at Texas Science Festival
Enjoy the biggest science and STEM event of the year on the UT Austin campus and throughout Austin! From Feb. 18-March 5, the Texas Science Festival offers science-themed films, talks, tours, open house events, demos and even a comedy show. Learn more.
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TEDxUTAustin 2026: Polaris
TEDxUTAustin’s 9th annual conference on March 7 at Hogg Auditorium offers bold talks and live performances, guided by ideas across architecture, medicine, music, history and beyond—each presenting a different path toward progress and purpose. Learn more.
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The Reviewer's Perspective: Panel & Q+A
Join UT Libraries March 11 at 1 p.m. for an in-person panel discussion and Q+A about the peer review process! Gain insight into the world of academic publishing at this panel featuring UT faculty who serve as peer reviewers for scholarly journals. Learn more.
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Revised FERPA Training Content for TAs and AIs
Beginning this month, teaching assistants and assistant instructors with active teaching assignments are required to complete FERPA training every two years. If you have already taken the training in the last two years, no action is needed. If you are required to complete the training, you will be notified via email. If you have questions, please reach out to: training@compliance.utexas.edu.
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Health Questions Answered—Anytime
Have a health question after hours or aren’t sure if you need to be seen? The 24/7 Nurse Advice Line connects you with a registered nurse anytime. Get guidance on symptoms, next steps and whether you should seek care — at no cost.
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Unsure if IRB Review Is Needed?
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In the News
A group of Nursing doctoral students recently received Research First Place recognition at the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Doctoral Education Conference. Read more.
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Feb. 10 - April 27: Q/F drop period.
April 10: Last day to apply for a graduate degree.
Last day for new doctoral candidates to change registration to dissertation. Last day a doctoral candidate may hold a dissertation defense for Spring 2026.
April 24: Last day to submit final paperwork to the Graduate School for graduation.
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Upcoming Events
Afternoon Yoga
Mondays, Jan. 26–April 20, 3–3:45 p.m., Center for Students in Recovery, WCP 2.11
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