Celebrating a New School Year and Growth in Graduate Enrollment at Georgia Tech
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Georgia Tech's Office of Graduate Education celebrates a 26% increase in new graduate students, driven by the popularity of its online master's programs and a commitment to fostering diversity, as the total graduate enrollment reaches a record 33,315.
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2024 Institute Address: Thursday, September 5
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President Ángel Cabrera will highlight recent Institute achievements, convey his vision and goals for the upcoming academic year, and answer audience questions at the 2024 Institute Address on Thursday, Sept. 5 from 11 a.m. to noon in the John Lewis Student Center's Atlantic Theater. The entire campus community is invited to attend this event in-person or online. Email your questions in advance to townhall@gatech.edu. Questions should be submitted by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 4.
The Institute Address will be live streamed on the Georgia Tech YouTube page.
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Four Georgia Tech Graduate Students Named 2024 Quad Fellows
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Four Georgia Tech Graduate Students are among the 50 recipients of the prestigious Quad Fellowship, an award for exceptional master's and doctoral students to study STEM fields in the United States. The Quad Fellowship, now in its second year, provides awardees from Australia, India, Japan, the US, and some Southeast Asian countries with $40,000 for academic support and networking opportunities with each participating country's top scientists, technologists, and politicians.
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8 Tips for Thriving in Graduate School with Executive MBA Student Mel Tobias
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Executive MBA student Mel Tobias overcame her fear of heights during Georgia Tech’s Leadership Challenge High Ropes course, an experience that reinforced the importance of teamwork and pushing beyond comfort zones—lessons she now shares to help fellow graduate students succeed both academically and personally.
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Career Opportunity: Attend the Diversity First Career Mixer
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The Diversity First Career Mixer provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employers an opportunity to network with Georgia Tech's diverse student body in a more relaxed setting. Participants will also have the opportunity to meet with student leaders from graduate student organizations.
At this event you will:
- Learn more about inclusive organizations
- Explore career opportunities
- Identify future internship, co-op, and full-time roles
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Network with professionals, peers, affinity and student groups
- Enjoy free food!
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| Career Opportunity: All Majors In-Person Career Fair
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Whether you're looking to jumpstart your career or explore new opportunities, the All-Majors Career Fair is the perfect place to meet industry leaders and find the role that aligns with your goals. Don’t miss out on this chance to network and make your mark. The two-day career fair takes place on September 9 and 10. Click HERE to identify the employers recruiting Master’s and PhD students as well as Postdocs.
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Future Faculty Job Search Academy
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The Future Faculty Job Search Academy, on September 13, will equip you for the unique academic job search experience. In Part 2 of the series, participants will learn how to prepare their research statements and cover letters. This workshop is open to graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.
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Resume Reviews with Employers & Professionals: 2 Part series
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Get your resume ready for success with expert feedback! Join the Georgia Tech Career Center for Resume Reviews with Employers and Professionals on September 6 and 13. Over these two days, you'll have the opportunity to receive personalized advice from industry experts, helping you polish your resume and stand out in your job search. Don't miss Day 1 on Sept 6, to learn how to make a strong impression before the All-Majors Career Fair!
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Why Hong Kong? Opportunities Ahead with HK Economic and Trade Office, New York (In-person)
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Discover the exciting career opportunities that HK has to offer at this special session hosted by the Georgia Tech's Career Center. Join representatives from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, New York, to learn about the unique advantages of working with HK. Whether you're considering a career abroad or just curious about global opportunities, this session will provide valuable insights and networking opportunities.
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Funding Opportunity: 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 closes at 12: 00 p.m. Eastern, on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024.
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Innovation in Buildings (IBUILD) Graduate Research Fellowship
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The Innovation in Buildings (IBUILD) Graduate Research Fellowship, managed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory, aims to strengthen the pool of well-trained, diverse PhD scholars who are equipped for research-intensive building technologies careers in academia, industry, and the national labs.
Attend the Information Webinar on October 7, 2024.
Fellowships begin July-September, 2025 Application Closes
December 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m., Eastern Time.
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| Wellness Opportunity: Suicide Prevention Week
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Suicide Prevention Week is a national movement aimed at bringing awareness to this leading cause of death and inspiring people in their communities to learn how they can play a role in helping save lives. At Georgia Tech, the campus comes together for a week of events Sept. 9-13 designed to support our students' mental health and provide everyone in our community with the tools they need to help others. See the full schedule of events on the Center for Mental Health Care and Resources website. Check out volunteer opportunities or consider consider signing up for a volunteer shift to table, usher, set up, or break down.
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Amigo Friendship Program for International Students
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Are you interested in investing deeper into international friendship? Are you looking for deeper connections with local friends during your time in Atlanta? Join AMIS Atlanta's Amigo Friendship Program! Our Amigo program helps by creating one-on-one friendships that serve as mutual exchanges for cultures, languages, experiences, and stories.
Fill out the application by visiting the AMIS Atlanta website and begin your journey toward international friendship.
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Additional Opportunity: The Tech Way: International Edition
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Join a panel of international students as they share their personal experiences and tips for newcomers. Hear firsthand accounts of cultural adjustments, academic challenges, and exciting discoveries as students from around the world provide practical advice on navigating a new environment. You decide the topic!
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| Get Paid to Tutor Other Grad Students
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Graduate students interested in becoming paid peer tutors must have received an A in the course they’d like to provide tutoring services. Interested students should visit gatech.joinknack.com, to create a verified tutoring profile and get paid to complete tutor training before helping students. This opportunity is open to US citizens and permanent residents. Please note that Knack does not meet the federal regulatory definition of an on-campus employer. To learn more about employment eligibility as a visa holder, please visit the OIE web resource F-1 Employment Overview | Office of International Education (gatech.edu).
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Join the LGBTQIA Resource Center for Queer Coffeehouse on Sept. 5 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the LGBTQIA Resource Center (Smithgall Bldg. Suite 140). Queer Coffeehouse is an informal community hour for students to share dialogue with each other, build community, and develop stronger connections. This week will be a general coffee hour with no set topic, so don't be afraid to join in and tell us what's on your mind! For more information and to RSVP, visit the Engage page.
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