Register NOW for the 2026 CRIDC Poster Competition
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Registration is OPEN for the 2026 Career, Research, Innovation, and Development Conference (CRIDC) Poster Competition, happening on Thursday, January 29, 2026, in the Exhibition Hall. CRIDC is the premier annual professional development event that offers a poster competition, panel sessions led by industry leaders, and career networking opportunities. Graduate students are encouraged to until Friday, January 16, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. Online students who are interested may register for the virtual poster competition. CRIDC is hosted by the Graduate Student Government Association and the Office of Graduate Education, in partnership with the Career Center and Belonging & Student Support.
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Georgia Tech Community Celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Georgia Tech’s 2026 MLK Day celebration kicks off on Monday, January 19, with MLK Day of Service. MLK Day of Service is an immersive, community service program that connects GT community members to hands-on service projects in the Atlanta area. Each year, we offer the chance to make it a “day on, not a day off,” partnering with Atlanta community organizations to connect, serve, and move us closer to Dr. King’s vision of a ‘Beloved Community’. Participation is open to Georgia Tech faculty, staff, and students! Check out other scheduled events to celebrate MLK's legacy, including the Sunday (Monday) Supper at 6:00 p.m. that evening, and the Civil and Human Rights Museum Tour on Friday, Janaury 23, 2026. RSVPs are required for both events.
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Career Opportunities: Attend the Spring 2026 All Majors Career Fair: January 26 & 27
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The Spring 2026 All-Majors Career Fair takes place Monday and Tuesday, January 26–27, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the Exhibition Hall. Graduate students are encouraged to attend both days and are not restricted to a specific date. Please note: Backpacks will not be allowed on the career fair floor. Backpack drop-off will be available in the Highlands Room (Exhibition Hall, 2nd Floor). Learn how to prepare for the fair and view participating employers by clicking the link below.
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| Impactful Research Mentoring Series: Promoting Professional Development
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The Impactful Research Mentoring Workshop Series for graduate students and postdocs resumes on Thursday, January 15, 2026, with a session focused on promoting Professional Development. Facilitated by Karena Nguyen, assistant director of Postdoctoral Services, and Jana Stone, assistant vice provost for Professional Development and director of Postdoctoral Services, this workshop is designed to help research mentees reach their full potential and build strong, productive mentoring relationships. Participants may attend the in-person session on Thursday, January 15, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. ET, or a virtual session on Thursday, January 22, 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. ET. Registration is required to attend both sessions.
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Future Faculty Job Search Academy: Interview and Job Talk Workshop
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This workshop will help prepare graduate students and postdoctoral scholars for the unique academic job search process, specifically the interviews and job talks. This workshop takes place on January 23, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., in Crosland Towers 4160.
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CRIDC Employer Networking Brunch
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Plan to attend the CRIDC Employer Networking Brunch, happening from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, January 29, 2026, in the Exhibition Hall. The Employer Networking Brunch is an in-person networking event for graduate students and postdocs. Connect with Industry leaders, alumni, and 70 employers in a relaxed setting while enjoying a hearty breakfast meal (food is first-come, first-served), and explore career opportunities across a range of industries. Student registration is encouraged but not required.
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Funding Opportunities: Apply for the Chateaubriand Fellowship Program
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The Chateaubriand Fellowship is a grant offered by the Embassy of France in the United States. This fellowship supports outstanding PhD students from U.S. institutions who wish to conduct part of their doctoral research in France for four to nine months. Fellows are selected through merit-based competition with expert evaluation in France and the U.S. Interested applicants can apply for STEM or Humanities & Social Sciences-based programs. The deadline to apply for either program is 11:59 pm ET, on January 25, 2026. For more information and to apply, please click the link below.
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Apply for the DOE NNSA Stewardship of Science Graduate fellowship
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The Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE NNSA) Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship (SSGF) provides excellent financial benefits and professional development opportunities for students pursuing a Ph.D. in fields of study that solve complex science and engineering problems critical to stewardship science. The fellowship is open to U.S. citizens who are completing full-time, uninterrupted study toward a doctoral degree at an accredited U.S. university within their first or second year in their program. To learn more information, please visit the site linked below.
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Wellness Opportunities: Free HIV Testing
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Grab your partner or a friend and participate in Free HIV testing on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., in the Piedmont Room, upstairs in the John Lewis Student Center.
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Schedule a Nutrition Counseling Session this Month
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Did you know that all students can meet with our dietitians to receive individual counseling in person or virtually? Each initial visit includes a one-hour appointment, an analysis of your current eating plan, and an action plan addressing your individual goals. Let's kick off 2026 with wellness goals that aren't centered solely on weight. Learn more and schedule an appointment today.
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Additional Opportunities: Speed Friending Event at the Grad Lounge
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Join Graduate Student Programs for the Speed Friending event on January 28, 2026, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Get to know a new graduate student and connect over research or discover new hobbies. No registration is required. Light refreshments will be served. Follow the Grad Lounge on Instagram for more information and future event updates.
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Level Up Your Mentoring Skills with the URE Network
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Graduate students are invited to apply for the Undergraduate Research Excellence (URE) Network, a new NSF-funded, multi-institutional initiative designed to support and strengthen undergraduate research mentoring. Open to graduate students across all disciplines, the URE Network provides coaching, workshops, and resources to help participants design effective mentoring approaches for undergraduate researchers while integrating an entrepreneurial mindset. Participants commit approximately 1–2 hours per month over one year and receive $1,250 in professional development funding upon completion of program activities.
Those interested should complete the short interest survey by Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 9:00 p.m.
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Marketing Innovation Conference @ Scheller
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Join us on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 1 – 6:30 p.m. ET for the 9th annual Marketing Innovation Conference at the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business.
This year’s theme, “Branded Together: How Consumer Collaboration Deepens Connection,” explores how brands and consumers are co-creating experiences, shaping authentic stories, and building trust in today’s participatory marketing landscape.
The conference will feature keynote conversations, interactive breakout sessions, and a Tech Talks Business panel discussion hosted by Dean Anuj Mehrotra, followed by a networking reception. Space is limited. Register today to save your spot.
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2026 TA Development Panel
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All new and returning TAs are encouraged to attend this interactive panel. Be prepared to discuss and learn grading techniques, student well-being, office hours, and more. Registration is required. This event is virtual via Teams and occurs on January 21, 2026, from 6:00 - 7:15 p.m., ET. For more information, contact Tammy McCoy, assistant director for TA Development and Future Faculty Initiatives.
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