A WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR UNLV'S GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS
OCT. 30
See a complete workshop and professional development opportunity schedule.
Nov. 1: Exploring National Endowment for the Humanities Professional Development Opportunities
1-2 p.m., Virtual
When considering which conference you'll go to next, do you ever think about national organizations outside of your specific field or field's associations?
Join Brittani Sterling, social sciences & interdisciplinary studies librarian, to explore what the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has to offer!
By attending this workshop, you will learn:
what NEH programs exist that may be of interest to researchers and instructors at all levels,
what kind of criteria must be met by those who wish to apply, and
tips for creating a compelling essay.
Learn more.
Nov. 1: Boost Your Professionalism Workshop
1:30-2:30 p.m., Lied Library, Amargosa and Eureka Rooms or Virtual
This workshop will provide information to participants to help them boost their professionalism. This workshop is part of the Life Design and Career Readiness Workshops series presented by UNLV Career Services, The Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach, and University Libraries.
Learn more.
Nov. 2: Research Data Series: Finding Local Data
2:30-3:30 p.m., Virtual
This workshop will focus on techniques for finding local data from numerous sources including government, open-access, and UNLV Libraries’ licensed databases.
Participants will be able to
find local data from licensed databases and websites.
Learn more.
Nov. 3: Research Data Series: Managing Data in Excel
2:30-3:30 p.m., Virtual
Good data organization is the foundation of any project. Many people, whether engaging in research or doing everyday tasks, begin with data in spreadsheets. We organize data in spreadsheets in the ways that we as humans want to work with the data, but computers require that data be organized in particular ways.
In this workshop, you will learn:
recommended data entry practices,
how to avoid common formatting mistakes,
approaches for handling dates in spreadsheets, and
fundamental quality control and data manipulation in spreadsheets.
Learn more.
Nov. 3: 2nd Annual President's Innovation Challenge Information Session
5:15-6 p.m., Virtual
Students are invited to learn more about the second annual UNLV President's Innovation Challenge, a multidisciplinary team competition that encourages social and business entrepreneurship to help solve major challenges. Are you up for the challenge but want more information before committing? Attend the President's Innovation Challenge Information Session to get all of the details and learn more about the challenge.
Learn more.
Nov. 4: Project Planning and Management
10-11 a.m., Virtual
This workshop will teach participants how to maintain an organized project by ensuring that everyone in the group has clarified working relationships, responsibilities, and decision-making authority. Participants will hear about the tools they can use to create easily distinguishable goals, roles, and processes, while simultaneously building trust in a group’s abilities to accomplish a successful project!
Learn more.
First-Generation Celebration Week
The UNLV Graduate College is proud to participate in UNLV's 2022 First-Generation Celebration Week. The Graduate College will host a mixer and panel discussion, celebratory bash, and breakout sessions on Nov. 9 and 10 for both graduate and undergraduate students. Learn more about the Graduate College's events.
The UNLV Bookstore will offer a 10% discount on Nov. 8 in honor of First-Generation Celebration Week. The promo code CELEBRATE10 can be used on purchases excluding graduation regalia, diploma frames, and textbooks.
Student Support Spot for Basic Needs Challenges Open
UNLV's new Student Support Spot is open. The Student Support Spot provides free food packages; toiletry items; and guidance to students facing basic needs challenges (food, housing, transportation, mental health, child care, and digital access). Located in the University Gateway Building in the Welcome Center on the second floor, the Student Support Spot is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Learn more.
Thesis/Dissertation Office Hours
Students with questions about their thesis or dissertation can take advantage of the Graduate College's thesis and dissertation office hours every Tuesday and Thursday from 12-2 p.m. Email grad.td@unlv.edu at least 48 hours in advance to schedule a virtual appointment. Learn more.
Spring Registration Opens Nov. 7
Before you know it, the spring semester will be here! Start planning your class schedule now to be ready when spring registration opens on Nov. 7, 2022. Log in to MyUNLV and click on the enrollment tile to view your registration window. Remember to also check the tasks tile for important notifications and any to-do list items.
Nov. 21: President’s Innovation Challenge Participant Interest Form Deadline
Participate in the 2nd annual UNLV President's Innovation Challenge, a multidisciplinary team competition that encourages social and business entrepreneurship to help solve major challenges in Southern Nevada and beyond, for a chance at winning a prize from the $50,000 total prize pool. This year’s challenge, which will culminate in the spring with a showcase event, focuses on sustainability but is not limited to science and engineering! Imagine a new communication platform to raise awareness of carbon impact or a game-based learning product to educate children on environmental sustainability or anything in between.
Learn more and submit the interest form by the extended Nov. 21 deadline.
Join the Graduate College for the final round of the Rebel Grad Slam 3-Minute Thesis Competition, which challenges students to a 3-minute/1-slide presentation to showcase their research to the audience and judges in a condensed and compelling way. A reception will immediately follow the competition.
Learn more.
12 Tips for Surviving and Thriving in Grad School
As a graduate or professional student, there are ways to better prepare yourself for the demands of grad school. Learn effective tips to overcome common obstacles and to succeed in grad school in Carol Williams-Nickelson's article "12 Tips for Surviving and Thriving in Grad School."
Silver Screen to Silver State
The Walking Box Ranch is a direct link to the world of 1930s Hollywood glamor and a vital resource for UNLV's students of historic preservation.
