Events

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

1. Define mentoring relationships and your role as a mentor/mentee.
2. Clearly communicate expectations for the mentoring relationship.

Join us for part 2 of an interactive roundtable series where industry professionals share their experiences about hiring people with advanced training. Designed for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, this session will highlight the recruiting and hiring process for diverse position types, such as internships and full-time employment, that require advanced training and transferable skills. Through candid Q&A and open dialogue, you’ll gain insider perspectives on industry trends, career transitions, and strategies for building meaningful professional futures outside the tenure track.

This event celebrates outstanding graduate student work in data storytelling and visualization, featuring the announcement of competition winners and a showcase of selected student visualizations. The event is open to all Clemson graduate students, faculty, and staff, and complimentary food and swag will be provided.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify at least five critical factors to consider when evaluating a used car purchase by the end of the session.
• Analyze a sample used-car listing to assess potential risks, red flags, and follow-up questions.
• Develop a personalized used-car evaluation checklist that can be applied during an actual purchase process.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Discover how and why writing creates active learning.
• Understand, practice, and apply low stakes writing for your individual writing practice and for your classroom.

Effective communication skills solidify the foundation of a strong graduate mentee and faculty
mentor relationship. However, it may be challenging for graduate students and faculty advisors
to navigate differences in communication styles, preferences, and expectations. Graduate
mentees may also face uncertainty about how and when to raise concerns or share constructive
feedback with their advisors. In this session, graduate students will reflect on their own
communication strengths and identify areas for growth, practice strategies for expressing ideas
and concerns clearly, and learn techniques for adapting to their mentor’s communication style.
Participants will work together to explore ways of initiating constructive conversations and
maintaining open dialogue that fosters trust and mutual understanding throughout their graduate
experience.

Interested in helping other students while building your own career skills? Join us for a Career Ambassador Information Session to learn more about the Center for Career & Professional Development’s Career Ambassador Program. This session will cover what Career Ambassadors do, time commitments, benefits of the program, and how to apply. Whether you’re just curious or already thinking about applying, this session is a great way to see if the role is right for you.

*Pizza lunch will be served

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.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Leave ready to draft your Individual Development Plan.
• Evaluate your current skill set using an IDP skills inventory and identify at least two areas for growth.
• Construct a timeline to revisit and revise your IDP every six months following the workshop.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Assess personal research skills using the 63 elements of the "Researcher Development
Framework" to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
• Analyze a case study to prioritize key research skills and explore strategies for skill
development.
• Develop effective communication strategies for discussing research skill development
needs with mentors to foster supportive mentoring relationships. 

The English Language Program in conjunction with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) presents a seminar aimed at tips and tricks to help  graduate students with their mental health.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify at least three low-effort green habits relevant to grad student life.
• Evaluate the environmental and personal impact (time, cost, effort) of three common sustainability behaviors.

This training is offered by the Ombuds Office.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Discover the elements of a discourse community
• Learn how to effectively wield conventions and resist them when your new discoveries call for new frameworks of communication.

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!

Interested in helping other students while building your own career skills? Join us for a Career Ambassador Information Session to learn more about the Center for Career & Professional Development’s Career Ambassador Program. This session will cover what Career Ambassadors do, time commitments, benefits of the program, and how to apply. Whether you’re just curious or already thinking about applying, this session is a great way to see if the role is right for you.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Interpret common behavioral interview questions to identify the competencies being assessed.
• Construct at least two STAR-structured responses based on their own academic or professional experiences.

Build the skills to speak with confidence and master the organizing and writing skills for professional presentations.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify at least three key components for creating effective data management plans.

• Understand at least two principles of data organization to ensure the integrity of research data.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Analyze their current LinkedIn profile to identify at least three sections that can be
• Develop a personalized LinkedIn action plan that includes at least two specific networking or engagement activities to complete within two weeks.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Discover strategies for “talking back” to AI
• Develop attitudes and practices that treat AI’s output with critical skepticism.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Clarify your mentoring style and values
• Identify what’s working—and what you’d like to improve
• Create a plan for how you want to support others moving forward

This book club meeting invites graduate students and postdocs to engage in a thoughtful, reflective discussion of The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins. Participants are expected to attend having read the book in advance, as the session will focus on shared discussion rather than summary.

Together, we’ll explore how the core ideas of “letting them” apply to the lived realities of graduate education and postdoctoral training—particularly around boundaries, expectations, interpersonal dynamics, self-advocacy, and emotional wellbeing. The conversation will center on practical interpretation, critical reflection, and how (or whether) the framework resonates within academic and professional contexts.

This is a discussion-based session designed to foster connection, insight, and honest dialogue among peers navigating complex personal and professional landscapes.

If you are interested in participating but have difficulty accessing a copy of the book, please reach out to betsyp@clemson.edu to explore options for support.

This training presents the common causes and symptoms of burnout and then discusses how to be resilient in combating burnout. This session includes discussion of values, boundaries, purpose, and flexibility.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify the key characteristics and evaluation criteria of a Spark interview by the end of the session.
• Construct concise, targeted responses to common Spark interview prompts using a structured framework.
• Demonstrate improved interview readiness by delivering a polished response during a practice activity or reflection.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Leave ready to draft your Individual Development Plan.
• Evaluate your current skill set using an IDP skills inventory and identify at least two areas for growth.
• Construct a timeline to revisit and revise your IDP every six months following the workshop.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

· Be able to access campus resources that provide additional support to grad students.

· Connect and feel comfortable reaching out to support and help organizations on campus.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Explain what you work on in plain language
• Start and sustain low-pressure conversations
• Connect with industry professionals and research collaborators without feeling transactional

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Discover what produces high client satisfaction in the service-learning classroom.
• Engage in developing effective interaction with external partners.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Recognize the importance of proactive well-being for mentors and mentees.
• Understand both the protective as well as the risk factors for graduate student mentee
mental health.
• Identify concrete strategies for support if you are experiencing mental health challenges
and are already seeking counseling or other resources.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Analyze examples of social media content to distinguish between professional, personal, and potentially risky online behaviors by the end of the session.
• Develop a short, platform-specific guideline for their own social media use that aligns with a stated professional goal.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

1. Define key project management concepts, including scope, timelines, milestones, and stakeholders.
2. Construct a simple project plan outlining goals, roles, and deadlines that they can implement within the next month.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify and apply at least three time management strategies to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Demonstrate the ability to create a balanced weekly schedule that incorporates academic responsibilities and personal commitments.
• Assess their current productivity levels and implement at least two practical tools or techniques to enhance focus and reduce stress.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Describe the key factors that influence a credit score, including payment history, credit utilization, and length of credit history.
• Analyze the impact of common financial behaviors (e.g., late payments, opening new accounts) on credit scores using real-world examples.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Explain the core principles of a growth mindset and how they apply specifically to job searching and career transitions.
• Develop one reframing strategy to apply to a current or upcoming job search challenge and identify one concrete action to implement within two weeks.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

·        Identify and understand pragmatic English.

·        Practice using pragmatic English in everyday interactions.

This presentation explores ethical and regulatory responsibilities in animal research and teaching. We will review the federal and institutional regulations governing animal use, including the Animal Welfare Act and Public Health Service Policy, and discuss how these standards ensure humane care and use. Additionally, the session will provide an in-depth look at the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) review process, covering protocol submission, evaluation criteria, and compliance monitoring, to help researchers effectively navigate the requirements and uphold the highest standards of animal welfare.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Describe at least three foundational personal finance concepts (e.g., emergency funds, interest, credit scores) discussed during the expert Q&A
• Formulate one concrete financial goal (e.g., savings, debt reduction, budgeting behavior) and outline one actionable step to be taken within 30 days of the session.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify core principles of responsible and ethical conduct of research in compliance with
NSF and NIH RCR/RECR training requirements.
• Analyze ethical dilemmas in research to recognize potential challenges and consider
appropriate actions.
• Develop strategies to uphold ethical research practices that meet both professional
standards and grant compliance requirements.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Describe the purpose, structure, and common expectations of postdoctoral appointments by the end of the session.
• Compare potential benefits and challenges of pursuing a postdoc across different career goals using real-world examples shared during the discussion.
• Evaluate their own professional goals and timeline to determine whether a postdoctoral position aligns with their next career step.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Describe at least one effective strategy for structuring a literature review to enhance clarity and coherence in academic writing.
• Apply at least two techniques for synthesizing academic research.
• Develop at least two practical skills for streamlining the literature review process.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify at least three options for employment in academia.

• State at least two types of materials required for academic job applications.

• Recall at least one helpful strategy related to interviewing for jobs in academia. 

The Rutland Institute’s TIDE Conference seeks to inform participants of ethical dilemmas in order to promote discourse and cultivate integrity as it relates to specific academic disciplines and to move participants to address those dilemmas. The conference will critically examine how integrity and discourse intersect, diverge, and create a more just society and a university culture that promotes fairness and respect.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

· Prepare students to answer common questions used in job interviews.

· Access resources and support from the career center and other organizations on campus.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

1. Communicate effectively across diverse dimensions including varied backgrounds,
   disciplines, ethnicities, positions of power, etc.
2. Accept and use constructive feedback. 
3. Identify different communication styles/ approaches. 
4. Use multiple strategies for improving communication (in person, at a distance, across
   multiple mentors, and within proper personal boundaries). 

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.

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.

Are you a Clemson staff or faculty member who is also a graduate student? Would you like to connect to others in the same boat? Join fellow Clemson graduate students who are also faculty/staff for an afternoon of connection at Kite Hill Brewery. This event is designed for those balancing both roles — graduate study and CU employment — to meet, share experiences, and strengthen our Clemson community.

Gain a deeper understanding of your data by examining distributions, patterns, and relationships in spatial data. Learn tools for how to identify if clusters and statistical hot-spots are present in the data.

Today’s workforce spans multiple generations, each bringing unique perspectives, values, and communication styles. Navigating Intergenerational Workplaces helps participants understand and bridge these differences to strengthen collaboration and understanding across age groups. Through reflection and discussion, participants will learn to recognize generational influences, challenge assumptions, and build teams where teammates understand each other more and where every voice adds value.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Leave ready to draft your Individual Development Plan.
• Evaluate your current skill set using an IDP skills inventory and identify at least two areas for growth.
• Construct a timeline to revisit and revise your IDP every six months following the workshop.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Recall and explain essential safety precautions for jump starting a car with no errors on a short knowledge check.
• Sequence the correct steps for jump-starting a vehicle using jumper cables during an in-session walkthrough.
• Evaluate a given scenario to determine whether jump-starting is appropriate or if professional assistance is required.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Sequence the steps of changing a tire correctly during a guided demonstration or simulation.
• Demonstrate informed decision-making by determining when it is appropriate to change a tire themselves versus calling for assistance.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify the function of at least four essential vehicle fluids by the end of the session.
• Demonstrate the correct procedure for checking fluid levels using a visual guide or live demonstration.
• Interpret basic fluid condition indicators to decide whether maintenance or professional service is needed.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Summarize key Montessori principles relevant to adult and higher education learning contexts.
• Analyze a higher education teaching or mentoring scenario to identify where Montessori-informed practices could be applied.
• Propose one actionable strategy for incorporating learner autonomy or self-directed learning into their own educational practice.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify at least two core skills for effective online teaching
• Evaluate the advantages and limitations of online faculty work

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Identify the core components of effective meal prepping, including ingredient selection, time management, and food safety, through an in-session planning activity.
• Apply at least two budget-friendly meal prep strategies (e.g., batch cooking, flexible base ingredients, freezer use) to a sample weekly plan.

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.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Apply at least two cost-saving strategies (e.g., batch cooking, ingredient overlap, frozen foods) to a sample weekly meal plan.
• Design a simple, personalized meal strategy that includes three meals or snacks they can realistically prepare within one week using a provided planning template.

As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:

• Describe the core components, timeline, and expectations of the A2i program with accuracy by the end of the session.
• Evaluate their own career goals to determine whether participation in A2i is a good strategic fit.
• Identify at least two concrete next steps for applying to or preparing for participation in the program.

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.