From mentoring and tutoring opportunities to networking events, workshops, trainings and more, see what's going on for graduate students this month.
R Workshop Series: R, Level Zero
Wednesday, Oct. 3, 3 p.m. | Norlin Library, Room听E206
The Center for Research Data & Digital Scholarship (CRDDS) invites graduate students to join its . This first workshop听covers the basics of getting started with R; no previous experience or software is necessary. More advanced workshops to follow. Space is limited; .
Getting Started听weekly writing seminar launches Oct. 5.
Every Friday, starting Oct. 5, 10鈥�11 a.m.
For MA, MFA and PhD students who have not taken their comprehensive exams, this Getting Started听accountability seminar helps graduate students set goals and establish good writing habits, while fostering relationships with peers across disciplines. Email leslie.blood@colorado.edu听to RSVP. Check the Graduate School website for meeting locations and a listing of other weekly writing workshops and write-ins.
GradTalks coffee hour
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 8鈥�9:30 a.m. | Museum of Natural History, BioLounge
Join the monthly to meet Dean Ann Schmiesing and Graduate School staff. Bagels, tea and coffee provided.
Boulder Connections: PhD Lives and Livelihoods
Friday, Oct. 19, 1:30鈥�4 p.m.;听reception until 5 p.m.
Join other PhD students for a networking event with successful professionals working in the Boulder/Denver area who鈥檝e received PhDs from CU in the arts, humanities and humanistic social sciences. to reserve a spot. Email reitzammer@colorado.edu with questions.
Tutors needed for student-athletes
The Herbst Academic Center for Student-Athletes is hiring subject tutors to support student-athletes in the following areas: anthropology, applied mathematics, astronomy, chemistry, economics, engineering, environmental science, ethnic studies, finance, geography, history, mathematics, philosophy, political science and sociology. Pay is hourly: master鈥檚 level $13 per hour; doctoral level $15 per hour. Email tutoring@colorado.edu for more information.
Mentors needed for McNair Scholars Program
McNair Scholars Program, which focuses on increasing graduate degree awards for students from underrepresented segments of society, seeks graduate students interested in serving as mentors or as guest speakers at workshops and events. Email mcnairscholars@colorado.edu if you鈥檇 like to participate.
Announcing professional development certifications
The Graduate School and the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) are offering a series of professional development certifications in the areas of Research & Writing, Professionalism,听and Career Exploration & Preparation. Email munkhoff@colorado.edu听for more information.
Required training听for all new graduate students
The Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance requires online training on discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct through SkillSoft for all graduate students who are new to 兔子先生传媒文化作品.
