Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
Graduate Student Series: Tailoring your Resume and Cover Letter
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Zoom Online
It might take you 30 hours to work on your resume, but an employer will take less than 30 seconds to review it.We will provide graduate students with tips, formats, and approaches to targeting your resume to make you stand out from other applicants. It is important to understand what companies expect to see in a resume for both content as well as layout!
Once you RSVP, the Zoom meeting link will be sent to your email.
MICHELIN CAREER CENTER - GRADUATE STUDENT SERIES:
STRATEGIES FOR JOB SEARCHING AND NETWORKING
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Zoom Online
Finding an internship or job is sometimes a full-time job. Learn about strategies, search engines, authentic network building through informational interviewing, and the power of professional associations and online profiles. See what resources are available to you for free, how to avoid the business card collecting style of networking, and how to develop elevator pitches.
Once you RSVP, the Zoom meeting link will be sent to your email by a Michelin Career Center Counselor closer to the webinar date.
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
GIS Data Creation & Management
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
Indoor Climbing Wall
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Fike Recreation Center
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Practicing fundamental climbing techniques
- Understanding and practicing safety procedures and equipment mastery
- Enhancing problem-solving through route planning
- Building physical strength and confidence
MICHELIN CAREER CENTER - GRADUATE STUDENT SERIES:
CAREERS OUTSIDE ACADEMIA & CAREER FAIR PREP
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Zoom Online
Graduate students possess advanced skills and training that are highly valued by many employers. Students with advanced degrees will need to rethink their skills and experiences from a new industry perspective. This workshop helps students start recognizing their transferable skills, articulating their competencies, and creating a plan for an effective job search, both online and at career fairs.
Once you RSVP, the Zoom meeting link will be sent to your email by a Michelin Career Center Counselor closer to the webinar date.
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
Mentoring UP: Aligning Expectations
9:00 am to 10:00 am
E-106 Martin Hall
Mentees will have the knowledge and skills to:
1. Effectively establish mutually beneficial expectations for the mentoring relationship.
2. Clearly communicate expectations for the mentoring relationship.
3. Align mentee and mentor expectations.
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
Working with Tabular Data in GIS
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
MICHELIN CAREER CENTER - GRADUATE STUDENT SERIES:
LINKEDIN TIPS AND TRICKS
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Zoom Online
With companies increasingly using LinkedIn for recruiting, it is important for you to build a profile that will represent you professionally. This seminar will go over different tools to utilize, sections to include and how to format information to help you make a great first impression with viewers of your profile.
Once you RSVP, the Zoom meeting link will be sent to your email by a Michelin Career Center Counselor closer to the webinar date.
Tips and Strategies for Breaking Thru Writing Resistance
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Describe resistance to writing and the role it plays in the writing process
- Identify difference strategies to manage writing resistance
- Gain an understanding of the benefits of writing accountability and writing groups
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
How to Process your Teaching Evaluations
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Identify feedback that is constructive from the evaluations
- Identify feedback that is not constructive
- Describe two ways to deal with the feedback to improve classes in the future
Academic Success Strategies for Graduate Students
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Identify and apply six strategies to be academically successful
- Identify resources for academic success
- Recognize and identify your own six step strategy to use for achieving goals and succeeding
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
Basic Spatial Analysis
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
iGRADS Information Session
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Zoom Online
Learn about the iGRADS competition for Spring 2024! GSG Research Initiatives representatives will guide you in the process of signing up and participating in preliminary rounds to see if you might progress to the next level and become the iGRADS champion!
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
How to Communicate with your Advisor Effectively
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Understanding the role of effective communication strategies
- Reflecting on strategies for navigating feedback and building positive relationships
- Developing skills for articulating academic and professional goals and addressing concerns
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
Meditation and Mindfulness Techniques
9:30 am to 10:00 am
Zoom Online
Mindfulness is an evidence-based practice that can help you manage stress and anxiety. Learn simple techniques you can use right away to feel better and focus on what matters.
Understanding Rubrics as a Tool for Instructor and Student Success
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
- Describe the uses and characteristics of rubrics.
- Identify different types of rubrics appropriate for a variety of contexts.
- Develop rubrics suitable for your own and your students’ needs.
- Embed inclusive language and practices in rubrics.
Intro to IDPs for STEM Grads & Postdocs: Completing an Assessment & Reviewing the Results
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Recognize and assess their values, interests, and skills
- Identify job families and career paths
- Interpret assessment results to create an individual development plan (IDP)
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
Intermediate Spatial Analysis
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
MICHELIN CAREER CENTER - GRADUATE STUDENT SERIES:
SALARY NEGOTIATION
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Zoom Online
In this workshop, you will learn how to research salary data and which tools show you a behind-the-scenes look at companies. You will also learn how to articulate your skills, increase your confidence, and develop strategies to negotiate your salary and benefits.
Once you RSVP, the Zoom meeting link will be sent to your email by a Michelin Career Center Counselor closer to the webinar date.
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
Asking More Effective Questions to Enhance Learning and Engagement in STEM Classes
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Describe the Socratic Method
- Identify questioning strategies instructors can use to and enhance engagement and inclusion of diverse students
- Define 6 types of Socratic questions you can use in STEM classrooms to support critical thinking and problem solving
Intro to IDPs for Grads & Postdocs in the Social Sciences & Humanities: Completing an Assessment & Reviewing the Results
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Recognize and assess their values, interests, and skills
- Identify job families and career paths
- Interpret assessment results to create an individual development plan (IDP)
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
Basic Spatial Statistics
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
MICHELIN CAREER CENTER - GRADUATE STUDENT SERIES:
QUICK TIPS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Zoom Online
Need to understand the do’s and don’ts of job seeking in the U.S.? Come learn strategies to ensure that your professional documents match what U.S. companies are seeking and how to prepare for interviews. International Services will also be present to discuss CPT, OPT, and other related topics.
Once you RSVP, the Zoom meeting link will be sent to your email by a Michelin Career Center Counselor closer to the webinar date.
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
Run, Hide, Fight Training
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the "Run, Hide, Fight" model as a structured approach to responding to an active shooter situation.
- Participants will practice identifying signs of potential threats.
- Participants will gain skills that enhance situational awareness in order to quickly assess a situation, make informed decisions, and adapt responses based on the evolving nature of that situation.
Mindfulness & Meditation: S'mores @ Andy's Fire Pit
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Andy Quattlebaum Outdoor Education Center (Andy’s)
The Department of Campus Recreation and GRAD 360° are partnering to bring wellness initiatives to the Graduate Community. Campus Recreation strives to provide quality recreation experiences to the students of Clemson University through its programs and facilities. These experiences afford the diverse campus community opportunities to interact while participating in various instructional and competitive activities that promote the development of the mind and body.
Mentoring UP: Assessing Understanding
9:00 am to 10:00 am
E-106 Martin Hall
Mentees will have the knowledge and skills to:
1. Assess understanding of core concepts and processes as well as the ability to develop and conduct a project and present outcomes.
2. Identify reasons for a lack of understanding, including expert-novice differences.
3. Use multiple strategies to enhance understanding across diverse disciplinary perspectives.
Final Fridays with Clemson Libraries: Predatory Publishing
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Recognize the impact of predatory publishing
- Identify predatory publishing
- Identify how to avoid using and submitting decidedly non-scholarly sources
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
Interactive Maps, Dashboards, & Story Maps
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
Run, Hide, Fight Training
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the "Run, Hide, Fight" model as a structured approach to responding to an active shooter situation.
- Participants will practice identifying signs of potential threats.
- Participants will gain skills that enhance situational awareness in order to quickly assess a situation, make informed decisions, and adapt responses based on the evolving nature of that situation.
Leadership and Ethical Decision-Making
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Critically examine ethical dilemmas
- Enhance strategic leadership skills necessary in an evolving ethical landscape
- Learn to apply ethical decision-making tools and frameworks
Understanding Critical Concepts of Grant Writing (Part I)
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Identify different sources and types of grants
- Describe critical concepts for developing a grant
- Recognize the challenges in grant writing
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
Mentoring UP: Fostering Professional Development
9:00 am to 10:00 am
E-106 Martin Hall
Mentees will have the knowledge and skills to:
1. Identify the roles mentors play in their overall professional development.
2. Develop or revise their individual development plan IDP.
3. Recognize and engage in open dialogue on balancing the competing demands, needs, and interests of mentors and mentees, e.g., research productivity, grant funding, creativity and independence, career preference decisions, non-research activities, personal development, work-family balance, etc.
Thriving in Graduate School 101
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Identify and apply six strategies to be academically successful
- Identify resources for academic success
- Recognize and identify you own six step strategy to use for achieving goals and succeeding
- Understand what your learning preferences/styles are now
- Apply critical thinking skills
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
Data Collection
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
Strategies for Enhancing Student Critical Thinking About Exams Before and After Tests
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Describe how exam wrappers can be used to support student metacognition and critical thinking
- Identify at least one strategy to help your students improve their exam preparation and performance
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
Using and Visualizing LiDAR in GIS: Fundamentals and Applications
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
Puppies and Patriots 5k & Dog Walk
8:15 am to 12:00 pm
Campus View Trail
Join us to celebrate and provide financial support to Service Dogs for Veterans. This organization rescues shelters dogs and trains them in partnership with a military veteran in need. 100% of proceeds go directly to Service Dogs for Veterans sd4v.org
This is an event for everyone, including Dogs! Completing the walk earns your four-legged friend (if you choose to bring your pup) a prize of their own. The 5k race, on the campus of Clemson University will have awards for overall and age group winners. Additionally, top individuals will receive special recognition at the post-race awards. The 5k kicks the event off at 8:15 am and the full schedule for Puppies and Patriots is detailed below.
Veterans and their service dogs will be in attendance as special guests of honor. Please register for the races, attend in person to support the charities or sponsor a runner to make this event a day to remember!
Note: To be considered for chip timing in the run, registration must take place before Friday, March 8 at 8am. To guarantee correct shirt size, registration must take place by Saturday, March 2nd.
Understanding Critical Concepts of Grant Writing (Part II)
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Identify common mistakes made when drafting grant proposals
- Describe writing strategies for grant writing
- Recognize the reviewer experience
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
Meditation and Mindfulness Techniques
11:30 am to 12:00 pm
Martin E 106 Conference Room
Mindfulness is an evidence-based practice that can help you manage stress and anxiety. Learn simple techniques you can use right away to feel better and focus on what matters.
Self Defense Class with Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts Studio
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
David Peebles Room, Hendrix Student Center
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Developing Basic Self-Defense Techniques
- Enhancing Situational Awareness and Risk Mitigation
- Building Confidence and Empowerment
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
GIS Analysis with High-Resolution Imagery from Planet.com
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
Managing the Doctoral Journey
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Recognize what a typical dissertation structure looks like
- Investigate organization skills
- Identify potential challenges
- Interpret change-management processes
- Understand and apply strategies to be successful
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
Easy Add-ons to Boost Student Engagement in Math & Science Lectures
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Zoom Online
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Describe why engagement is important for students sense of belonging in science and math classrooms
- Describe how increased engagement improves student learning
- Identify one or more effective practices for student engagement that you could apply immediately
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
GeoAI: Machine Learning & Deep Learning with GIS
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
GPSAW - The Bumble Bean: Fancy Coffee Food Truck
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
In front of Old Main, beside Bowman Field
Indulge in a caffeine boost specially curated to cater to the discerning tastes of our graduate students. As a token of appreciation for your dedication and hard work, enjoy a delightful array of artisan coffee blends, crafted with care and served with a smile by the Bumble Bean Coffee Truck.
GPSAW - Top Golf
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Top Golf Greenville (201 Clifton Ct, Greenville, SC 29615)
Tee off and unwind with fellow graduate students at Top Golf. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, a golf pro will be on hand to offer expert guidance. Indulge in appetizers as you bond over some friendly competition.
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
GPSAW - Ice Cream and Dairy Tour
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
'55 Exchange (720 McMillan Rd, Clemson, SC 29634)
Join us for a sweet and educational outing! Meet us at ’55 Exchange for a Clemson-made ice cream treat, followed by a trip to the university dairy to meet the cows responsible for the milk! Get up close and personal with adorable cows, witness innovation in action as you observe our state-of-the-art robotic milker in operation.
GPSAW - Teaching for Social Justice
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Humanities Hall Auditorium
Immerse yourself in insightful dialogue with esteemed faculty members who will engage in thought-provoking discussions. Join us as we explore innovative pedagogical approaches and strategies aimed at fostering equity, inclusion, and societal change within the educational landscape. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served.
GPSAW - Kite Hill Brewing Co.
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Kite Hill Brewing Co. (150 Thomas Green Blvd, Clemson, SC 29631)
Join us for an evening of camaraderie and relaxation at Kite Hill Brewery, where graduate students can unwind in their beer garden. Enjoy lively conversation as you sample a variety of craft brews, and try Kite Hill’s amazing pimento cheese!
GPSAW - Coffee and Donuts
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library
Mentoring UP: Promoting Independence and Research Self-Efficacy
9:00 am to 10:00 am
E-106 Martin Hall
Mentees will have the knowledge and skills to:
1. Define independence, its core elements, and how those elements change over the course of a mentoring relationship.
2. Identify the benefits and challenges of fostering independence, including the sometimes conflicting goals of fostering independence and achieving grant-funded research objectives.
3. Identify signs of self-efficacy that resonate when conducting research related tasks.
4. Define self-efficacy and its four sources.
5. Articulate their role in building their own research self-efficacy.
6. Assess the influence of others on their research self-efficacy.
7. Devise strategies to support others’ research self-efficacy.
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series:
Drones for Geospatial Applications
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Online
This Spring, the Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) will be hosting free workshops for all Clemson students, faculty, and staff! This means you! Come with us as we take you through the world of GIS.
All workshops will take place online on Fridays between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. If you attend seven of our eight core workshops, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for GIS Fundamentals.
Want to know more? Go to our website here! Still have questions? No worries, please email us at ccgt@clemson.edu.
GPSAW - Line Dancing Class
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Douthit 1
Join us to learn popular line dances in a supportive and relaxed atmosphere. No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to have a blast as you groove and connect with fellow students in a fun-filled setting aimed at unwinding and rejuvenating your mind and body.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
See Yourself in Academia and Industry: First-Generation Scholars
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Cooper Library Brown Room
In addition to fostering a welcoming social environment, the focus of this community is collectively addressing the specific academic and mentoring needs of first-generation scholars so that every member feels supported and empowered in their academic journey. Together, we hope to navigate the intricacies of the academic world by sharing insights, triumphs, and challenges. We want to develop a shared sense of belonging that ensures that Clemson is a true home for those graduate students and faculty who are the higher education pioneers of their families.
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
Mentoring UP: Fostering Mental Health and Well-being
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
E-106 Martin Hall
Mentees will have the knowledge and skills to:
1. Recognize the importance of proactive well-being for mentors and mentees.
2. Understand both the protective as well as the risk factors for graduate student mentee mental health.
3. Identify concrete strategies for support if you are experiencing mental health challenges and are already seeking counseling or other resources.
Global Scholars: Chai and Chat
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cooper Library Brown Room
The purpose of these meetings of International Scholars (graduate students, post-docs, and faculty) is to create a supporting environment where the richness of our diverse cultures is celebrated. We seek to transcend borders by creating a supportive environment where members collaborate, navigate challenges, and collectively enhance academic and cultural integration here at Clemson, while also providing a social anchor where connections and friendships are forged.
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
Mentoring UP: Mentoring Capstone - Developing Your Mentoring Philosophy
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
E-106 Martin Hall
Mentees will have the knowledge and skills to:
1. Reflect on the mentee education experience.
2. Reflect on any intended behavioral or philosophical changes across the mentoring competencies.
3. Articulate an approach for working with mentors in the future.
Community of Scholars: Fellowship Panel
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Zoom Online
Join us on Zoom for a fellowship panel! Hear from the Office of Major Fellowships to learn about the tools available to students interested in applying for fellowships. Featured panelists will be representing the Gilliam Fellowship, SREB, GFSD, and GEM.
To register, please email LeAndrea Robinson at leandr2@clemson.edu.
See Yourself in Academia and Industry: BIPOC Scholars
10:45 am to 11:45 am
Cooper Library Brown Room
This community of scholars, those who proudly identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, meet regularly to forge connections, advocate, share personal and professional experiences, support one another, and collaborate in meaningful ways. Beyond a mere support system, this community seeks to bring a collective approach to the traditional intellectual journey here at Clemson.
Mindful Triathlon
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Snow Family Outdoor Fitness and Wellness Complex
Come join us on Saturday April 20 at the Clemson Snow Complex for the first annual Mindful Triathlon! We will start off with a mindfulness walk from 10-10:30 a.m. followed by Yoga from 10:45-11:15 a.m. and finish up with guided meditation from 11:30 a.m.-noon. T-shirt pick up starts at 9am. Bring your own yoga mat or beach towel, registration is $20. This outdoor event can be cancelled due to weather.
Wednesday Write-In
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Cooper Library 301
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Make use of structured quiet time to support writing productivity
- Recognize the value of groups for greater accountability
A2i Information Session
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Zoom
A2i (Accelerate to Industry) works with industry employers to bring a cohort of graduate students and postdocs together with businesses so they can learn more about each other in search of a great fit. If you are interested in learning more about A2i, please join us for an information session on May 1, 2024.
You can find more information about A2i here.
Applications for the 2024-2025 A2i cohort open on May 1, 2024. If you would like to apply A2i cohort, you can do so here.
If you missed this session, you can watch the recording here.
See Yourself in Academia and Industry: First-Generation Scholars
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Cooper Library Brown Room
In addition to fostering a welcoming social environment, the focus of this community is collectively addressing the specific academic and mentoring needs of first-generation scholars so that every member feels supported and empowered in their academic journey. Together, we hope to navigate the intricacies of the academic world by sharing insights, triumphs, and challenges. We want to develop a shared sense of belonging that ensures that Clemson is a true home for those graduate students and faculty who are the higher education pioneers of their families.
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series: Introduction to GIS
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Zoom Online
Here is your chance to get started with GIS. You will learn basic functionality and applications in environmental engineering. Topics covered include GIS data formats, basic database management, display and symbology, navigation, tools, and basic cartographic principles. You will be creating your own first map!
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series: GIS Data Creation & Management
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Zoom Online
Learn how to import external data sources into GIS, including tabular data, images, photos, and spreadsheets. Create from scratch GIS vector data in your own geodatabase. Learn the basics of projections and coordinate systems.
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series: Working with Tabular Data
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Zoom Online
Master how to geocode tabular data based on descriptive geographic fields, such as addresses or zip codes. Other topics include working with tabular and spatial queries, as well as joins.
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series: Basic Spatial Analysis
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Zoom Online
Do you want to calculate the average distance between coal mines and the nearest river? Learn how spatial analysis tools are used to solve geographic problems. You will explore several analysis methods such as buffers and overlay.
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series: Intermediate Spatial Analysis
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Zoom Online
Continue on building your spatial analysis skills by learning more advanced analyses, such as terrain analysis tools like aspect and slope, and several raster overlay methods.
Graduate Student Series: Tailoring your Resume and Cover Letter
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Zoom Online
It might take you 30 hours to work on your resume, but an employer will take less than 30 seconds to review it. We will provide graduate students with tips, formats, and approaches to targeting your resume to make you stand out from other applicants. It is important to understand what companies expect to see in a resume for both content as well as layout!
Once you RSVP, the Zoom meeting link will be sent to your email by a Michelin Career Center Counselor closer to the webinar date.
GIS Fundamentals Workshop Series: Basic Spatial Statistics
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Zoom Online