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Graduate School Newsletter
September 22, 2023
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Hello Misty ,
Welcome to the second newsletter of the 2023-24 school year. The weather is starting to turn and the school year is off and moving! Be sure you scroll through the entire Newsletter to see the many offerings for the fall semester and the other resources we've collected here for you.
Here's to a great year! #GoGradStudentPack
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Associated Students' Government Spotlight
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Welcoming Lucas Westbrook as Director of Graduate Affairs! | |
We are thrilled to introduce you to Lucas Westbrook, who has taken on a pivotal role within the Associated Students' Government (ASG) here at CSU Pueblo. Lucas, originally from Loveland, Colorado, has been a dedicated member of our community for several years.
Lucas's journey at CSU Pueblo began with an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science, specializing in recreation management, and a minor in Leadership Studies. Last spring, he proudly graduated and is now pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
This year, Lucas has assumed the vital position of Director of Graduate Affairs within ASG, a role that did not exist in the past. In this role, he is responsible for bridging the gap between graduate students and the university. His duties include event planning, serving on fee governing committees, and facilitating communication between faculty and ASG to ensure graduate student voices are heard.
Lucas's focus is clear: to streamline processes, boost graduate student engagement, and foster a strong connection with students. Lucas wants to ensure that the graduate student experience at CSU Pueblo is exceptional.
If you are a graduate student wanting to get involved (in ASG or in general), or you need to discuss issues or concerns about your experiences please reach out to Lucas via email: lt.westbrook@pack.csupueblo.edu to share your thoughts and ideas.
Lucas Westbrook's dedication and vision are already making a positive impact, and we are excited to see the positive changes he will bring to our graduate community. Join us in welcoming him as our new Director of Graduate Affairs!
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Professional Opportunities | |
GradCO Professional Development Series
GradCO is a collaboration of graduate degree-granting universities across Colorado. It is designed to deliver a variety of high-quality professional development workshops, information sessions, and trainings to our graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
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Proposal Writing 101 for Postdocs & Graduate Students - Friday, Sept. 22
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How to (Not) Give a Truly Terrible Presentation - Thursday, Sept. 28
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Conducting a Literature Review - Wednesday, Oct. 11
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Imposter Syndrome - Wednesday, Oct. 18
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Strategies for Financial Success during and after Graduate School - Tuesday, Oct. 24
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Leading from Where you Are: Models & Strategies - Tuesday, Nov. 7
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Informational Interviewing - Tuesday, Nov. 14
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Conflict Management and De-escalation - Monday, Nov. 27
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Belongingness: Building a Sense of Belonging in Grad School
Workshop Presented by The Grad School Presents in Collaboration with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Join us for an interactive session on belongingness. We’ll discuss the Foundations of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, Access and Accessibility (DEIBA) and human basic needs as it relates to our Sense of Belonging in Grad School at CSU Pueblo. Identify with your peers what creates a sense of belonging for you and the opportunity to provide input regarding future workshops.
Date: Thursday, Sept. 28th Time: 4:00pm
Location: ZOOM
https://csupueblo.zoom.us/j/95343388603
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Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile
The Graduate School and Career Center Present Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile.
Tuesday, November 7 at 4:30pm on Zoom.
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Online Networking Best Practices
The Graduate School and Career Center Present Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile.
Thursday, November 9 at 4:30pm on Zoom.
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Spotlight on a Campus Service | |
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The PACK Pantry
We understand that pursuing higher education can sometimes come with financial challenges. We're excited to introduce you to a valuable resource right here on the CSU Pueblo campus: the PACK Pantry.
The PACK Pantry is here to help you during times of financial hardship. Whether you're a student, faculty, or staff member, if you're facing food challenges, the Pack Pantry is here for you. Thanks to a partnership with the Care and Share Food Bank of Southern Colorado and the generosity of donors, the Pack Pantry offers nourishing food and personal hygiene items.
How Does It Work?
Bring your CSU Pueblo ID for verification to the Pantry. The Pantry is in the Occhiato Student Center, room 104. Your privacy and dignity are respected at all times.
For questions or concerns, please reach out to Dr. Victoria Obregon at Victoria.obregon@csupueblo.edu
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Pueblo Chile & Frijoles Festival
The 29th Annual Chile & Frijoles Festival is being planned in full force!
The Chile and Frijole Festival was created to promote Pueblo’s rich agriculture and encourage our community, and region, to buy local fresh products at any of the numerous farm stands and specialty shops available during the festival and year-round.
The event features live entertainment, street vendors, cooking competitions, and chilies, chilies, chilies! Held downtown along Union Avenue, the festival draws Pueblo residents as well as people from across the state and around the nation.
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2024-25 FAFSA Opens December 2023
There are major changes and improvements coming to the 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. As a result, the new form will be available in December 2023, not Oct. 1.
The launch date will apply only for the 2024–25 FAFSA form.
The changes to the FAFSA form for the 2024–25 aid year include
- expanded eligibility for federal student aid and
- a more streamlined application process.
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Fall Calendar
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October 13th - Mid-Fall Break (no classes)
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October 15th - Fall A courses end
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October 16th - Registration for Spring '24 (Graduate Students)
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October 16th - Fall B courses begin
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November 20th-24th - Fall Break
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Scholarship and Grant Opportunities | |
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National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship Program
The National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship program for applicants interested in furthering their education in the disciplines of military importance compete for Fellowship opportunities listed under DoD’s Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) in research development.
Chemistry, Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, are encouraged to apply.
Award: Monthly stipend of $3,400 ($40,800 annually).
Deadline: October 31, 2023
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Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program
Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program is a full-time, hands-on training and educational program that provides early career individuals with the opportunity to spend 12 weeks at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine in Washington, DC learning about science and technology policy and the role that scientists and engineers play in advising the nation.
STEM degrees are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: October 16, 2023
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Fannie and John Hertz Fellowships in the Applied
Physical Sciences
The Hertz Foundation awards fellowships to graduate students pursuing a PhD in the applied physical and biological sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Given freedom to pursue innovative projects wherever they may lead. In addition, fellows take part in ongoing mentoring, symposia, and workshops with our vibrant community of more than 1200 fellows, a set of peers who span disciplines, generations, and geography.
Award: $38,000 stipend annual renewal up to five years
Deadline: October 27, 2023
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Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans
The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans is proud to honor the contributions of continuing generations of immigrants and refugees to the United States.
All CSU Pueblo graduate students are encouraged to apply.
Award: $25,000 stipend
Deadline: October 26, 2023, 2:00 P.M. ET
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Wenner-Gren Dissertation Fieldwork Grant
The Wenner-Gren Dissertation Fieldwork Grant, funds doctoral or thesis research that advances anthropological knowledge. Our goal is to support vibrant and significant work that furthers our understanding of what it means to be human. For Anthropology and subfields.
Award: $25,000
Deadline: November 1, 2023
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