In this workshop, attendees will learn about a five-part plan for pitching their research at almost anything, share sample abstracts as well as criteria used by conference selection committees, and have a chance to get feedback on an abstract if they wish to bring a draft. Learn more.
March 2: Gaining Control of Procrastination and Motivation
1-2 p.m., online via Webex (password: motiv8@CAPS)
Procrastination and lack of motivation can impact academic success. Attendees will learn how to gain control over both to improve their academic success. Learn more.
March 2: Qualitative vs. Quantitative Research: Which should you use?
Research data is placed in two broad categories: qualitative or quantitative research. Both are essential aspects to research studies, but answer different types of questions. How do you know which is the better approach to your own research? Join us for this informational workshop that will review both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Learn more.
This workshop will focus on how implicit bias and stereotypes affect how people make decisions and shape how they engage others with subtle forms of prejudice. The session provides an understanding of how bias is formed in our unconscious. Learn more.
One of the most important services the GPSA offers for UNLV graduate and professional students is the allocation of funds for graduate and professional research, conference/event travel, and other scholarly activities. Join this informative session about GPSA sponsorship opportunities and how to complete the application process. Learn more.
The purpose of this workshop is to help new and returning graduate students submit their work to academic journals by exploring manuscript types, tips and tricks. This workshop will help smooth the bumpy path from initial stages of an idea to publication. Learn more.
Have you been involved in Graduate College programming during your time as a graduate student at UNLV? If so and you are graduating in spring 2021, submit a completion form by March 3 for the Graduate College Medallion program, which honors exceptionally involved and high-achieving students. Learn more.
March 29: UNLV Graduate College Mural Project Proposal
The Graduate College invites proposals from UNLV students, faculty, and staff for a large-scale mural on one of two interior walls in the University Gateway Building
. Artists, designers, and creatives may propose to do an original, hand-painted mural or an original graphic design that the Graduate College will have printed as a large-scale wall wrap and installed. Both mediums are welcome. Reasonable mural painting supplies will be funded based on approved budgets and then purchased through the Graduate College following UNLV purchasing practices. In addition, selected muralists will receive honoraria ($1,500) after completion of the work. Proposals are due March 29, 2021. The project must be completed by July 31, 2021. Learn more and
submit a proposal. Please email leslie.hunter@unlv.edu with any questions.
The Graduate College invites you to participate in a flexible 5K to support UNLV's 5,000+ graduate and professional students during this year's #RebelsGive
, taking place March 2 and 3. This virtual and flexible 5K asks that you pick any activity that makes you thrive and do it 5 times or for 5 of whatever measurement makes sense. Like to walk, skate, kayak, read books, eat cookies, write papers? Do it for 5K, or an hour a day for 5 days, or 5 times. It's easy! Want to sign up? Want a T-shirt? Want to recruit sponsors? Find all the details on the Graduate College #RebelsGive 5K webpage.
March 9: The Road to Zero: A Strategic Approach to Student Loan Repayment Webinar
This workshop will provide the information and next steps that attendees need to get on the road to zero student debt.
March 10-12: Southern Nevada Career Fair
This year's Southern Nevada Career Fair will be virtual and hosted on Handshake. This collaborative event streamlines the career fair model, allowing employers to connect with students and alumni from a variety of disciplines and fields in one place, rather than having to go to many separate events. Learn more and register.
Free rapid COVID-19 antigen testing is available at UNLV for students, faculty, staff and dependents (age 12 years and older) until March 21. If interested, those without symptoms may call the SHC/FAST Center Laboratory at 702-895-0280 to schedule an appointment. Those experiencing COVID symptoms are encouraged to call the SHC (for students) at 702-895-3370 or the FAST Center (for faculty, staff and dependents) at 702-895-0630 to schedule an appointment with a health care provider for assessment and lab testing.
Learn more.