Apply Now to be a Commencement Speaker
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Make your mark on Georgia Tech’s history by addressing your fellow classmates at your upcoming Commencement ceremony. One student will be selected for each ceremony to present an inspirational speech of two to three minutes before classmates and guests. If you're a PhD or master's student graduating in the fall and would like to be considered as the Student commencement reflection speaker, check out the link below for more information.
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QS Names Georgia Tech MBA No.1 in Georgia, Top 20 in U.S.
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The Scheller College of Business secured its fourth consecutive top 20 U.S. ranking and a standout global ROI position in the 2026 QS Global MBA Rankings, reinforcing its reputation for delivering exceptional value and career outcomes.
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Career Opportunities: Global Research and Internships for Master's and PhD Students (Virtual)
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Curious about gaining research or internship experience abroad during your graduate studies? Join us on October 8, 2025, from 4-5 pm, to explore global opportunities tailored for Master’s and PhD students. We'll cover timelines, application strategies, and how to align international experiences with your academic and career goals. You'll also learn how the Global Research and Internship Program (GRIP) supports students through advising, funding options, and logistical planning. Global Internship Advisor Amanda Tysor will be our special guest.
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PhD job Search Working Group: LinkedIn (Virtual)
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No slides, no lecture—just dedicated time to work on your LinkedIn profile and get your questions answered. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining your existing page, career advisors will be on hand to help. This session is part of the PhD Job Search Working Group and is ideal for PhD students in any discipline.
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The Georgia Tech Career Center is excited to invite you to PhD Networking Night with Employers Valuing Doctoral Expertise on Thursday, October 23, 2025! This in-person NETWORKING event provides a unique opportunity for PhD students and PostDocs to connect in a relaxed setting with employers and alumni who recognize the invaluable advantages that PhDs bring to their organizations.
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Funding Opportunities: 2025 Alnylam BioVenture Challenge
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Graduate students with a bold biotech vision are invited to apply for the 2025 Alnylam BioVenture Challenge, a pitch competition spotlighting trainee-led ventures in genetic medicine. Finalists will receive fully covered travel to Alnylam’s global headquarters in Cambridge, MA, where they’ll pitch for the $100K Alnylam Science Entrepreneurship Award and runner-up prizes. Applications are open through October 17, 2025.
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Funding Opportunities: Flare Scholar Program
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Applications are now open for the Flare Scholar Program, a professional development opportunity for graduate students passionate about entrepreneurship, venture capital, and transforming healthcare through technology. Since 2016, more than 440 rising founders, operators, and innovators have joined this growing community to gain firsthand knowledge of the healthcare technology industry. Applications for the Class of 2026 are open through October 19, 2025.
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| Apply for the Hertz Fellowship
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The Hertz Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Hertz Fellowship. The Hertz Fellowship provides financial and lifelong professional support for the nation’s most promising graduate students in science and technology. Hertz Fellows receive up to five years of funding. In addition, fellows take part in mentoring, symposia, and workshops with an influential community of more than 1,200 peers, creating lifelong connections that will accelerate your career. The deadline to apply is October 31, 2025. Learn more about the Fellowship by clicking the link below.
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Wellness Opportunities: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Wellness Empowerment Center (W.E. Center) is asking the campus community to help raise awareness and support survivors. View exhibits and participate in events throughout the month that are designed to increase education and advocacy and share survivors' stories. Check out one of these events this month:
Wear Purple Day: Oct. 16, info table on the 1st floor of the John Lewis Student Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Game of Hearts: Oct. 23 in the Rafael Bras Meeting Room in the John Lewis Student Center from 3-5 p.m.
Learn more and get details about each event on the W.E. Center's website.
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Free Depression Screening
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The Center for Mental Health Care and Resources is observing National Depression Awareness Month this October by having a Depression Screening Day on Oct. 9. Students who are interested in getting a free screening can come to the Rafael Bras Meeting Room on the third floor of the John Lewis Student Center from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Speak with a mental health professional about symptoms, coping skills, and campus mental health resources while getting a quick checkup.
Learn more about the Center for Mental Health Care and Resources or make an appointment by calling 404.894.2575 or walking into Suite 238 in the Smithgall Student Services Building during business hours.
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Free Flu Shots for Georgia Tech Students
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Fall is officially here, which means leaves are changing and temperatures will be cooling soon. It also means an increased risk of spreading common viruses like the flu. Make sure you're doing your part in protecting the hive at Georgia Tech - get your flu shot. Getting vaccinated can keep you from getting the flu and reduce the severity of illness. Stamps Health Services is hosting free flu clinics on Oct. 1, 9, 13, 21, and 29, from 3:00 - 7:00 pm., for students who paid their student health fee.
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Register for the Halloween Holla 5K
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Run for your life at Campus Recreation’s Halloween Holla 5K! Grab your friends and take on the Pi Mile loop on Friday, Oct. 31. Prizes go to the fastest finishers and the best costumes, so bring your best race face or your best disguise! Find all the details and register today.
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Additional Opportunities: Grad Murder Mystery Movie Night
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Graduate Student Programming within Student and Campus Event Centers's fall Murder Mystery Series continues this month. Join us for a Murder Mystery Movie Night on October 8 at 7:00 pm at the Ehmer Theater in the John Lewis Student Center. Watch the classic film, Clue (1987), and get free popcorn and candy. All events are free for grad students, but space is limited.
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Join the Georgia Tech Library in person and virtually Tuesday Oct. 14 through Thursday, Oct. 16 for our Inaugural AI Week, a mix of panel discussions and seminars aimed at celebrating and investigating the myriad ways researchers, students and faculty harness the burgeoning technology.
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| Whether you want to work in the industry or launch your own business, Avant South is opening doors for students on October 16–17 in Midtown. Learn directly from industry leaders and entrepreneurs who once stood in your shoes. First 100 students get in free with code STUDENT at avantsouth.com.
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| Dialogue Skills are In: Constructive Dialogue Workshops
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Dialogue Skills Are In: Constructive Dialogue Workshops will take place on Wednesday, October 22, at 12 p.m. in the JLSC Multicultural Lounge. These interactive sessions explore the psychology and practice of constructive dialogue, helping students strengthen relationships, enhance communication, and build leadership-ready skills for the workforce. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students, the workshop welcomes newcomers as well as those who have completed the Perspectives course. Lunch will be provided, and no prior participation is required—just come ready to engage, reflect, and grow.
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Patent 101: Ice Cream Social: Learn to Protect Your Research
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Enjoy ice cream, networking, and education as you learn how the Office of Technology Licensing can take your research through the patenting and licensing process.
Patent attorney Paul Tanpitukpongse will discuss clearly identifying your conception of an invention, understanding what information is meaningful to include in a disclosure, and more. There will be a Q&A session at the end of the presentation. This social takes place on Wednesday, October 29, from 1 - 2:30 pm, in the Petit Biotech Building, Suddath Seminar Room 1128. Rsvp no later than 10/15.
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Mentoring Workshop Series: Crafting an Individual Development Plan
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Graduate students who attend this workshop will learn how drafting an individual development plan can help identify and develop the skills necessary to be successful in their academic and professional pursuits. Attendees will leave this session having crafted actionable short-term goals for themselves. Prepare to learn practical tips on how to develop a network of mentors who can provide feedback and help you prioritize your goals. The virtual session takes place this Thursday, October 9, from 11 - 2 pm. Plan to attend in person on October 16, from 3:30 - 4:30 in the John Lewis Student Center. Registration is required.
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