In this issue:
- Email and URL updates
- Grad Research Photo Comp Winners
- Writing Center workshops
- Grad Advantage
- GCCUT certificate
- Open office hours for Graduate IT
- Deadlines for Graduating Students
- Summer GRAD Courses
- Beavers Belong Support Network
- PCOSW's Spring Term Scholarships & Awards
- Creating an Online Portfolio
- Creating Accessible Digital Materials
- De-escalation Strategies for OSU Researchers
From the Office of Graduate Education
Grad School to Office of Graduate Education Updates
You may have already noticed, but just a reminder that your web home for all things related to your graduate education is graduate.oregonstate.edu. Also, if you have questions, [email protected] is now [email protected]. The Graduate IT Help Desk also has a new email address for support. For technical assistance related to graduate student forms, contact [email protected]
Grad Research Photo Competition Winners
The Grad Research Photo Competition gives us a glimpse into the wide-variety of research performed by graduate students at Oregon State. Congratulations to this year's winners!
- First Place: "Crabby About Low Oxygen!" Haley Hudson, Ph.D. Integrative Biology
- Second Place: "Rainbow Bound; Migration of People and Plant" Jazlee Crowley, Ph.D. Integrative Biology
- Third Place: "Sassy underground floofs of Kodiak, Alaska" Katie Stoner, Ph.D. Wildlife Science
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program Workshops
Workshop 1: Applying to be a Graduate Research Fellow with the National Research Foundation can be a high stakes endeavor. The payout is big: a prestigious five-year fellowship with three years of financial support and an annual stipend, but the competition is also fierce. This workshop, presented by the Graduate Writing Center, will introduce you to the ins and outs of the application process. We will also share strategies for crafting your own compelling proposal. This is step one.
When: 2 - 3 p.m., Wednesday, May 14
Where: Heckart Lodge, 110 and Virtual Register online
Workshop 2: The second workshop digging into the application process from the perspective of those who have been through it. You will hear directly from current and former fellows who have successfully navigated the NSF-GFRP process. They will field questions and share specific approaches and materials that they used.
When: 2 - 3 p.m., Wednesday, May 21
Where: Heckart Lodge, 110 and Virtual Register online
Grad Advantage Gives You an Edge: Last Month of Giveaway
May is the last chance to win a $25 gift card by participating in OSU Grad Advantage. There is a simple three step way to enter.
- Take your OSU Grad Advantage self-assessment today. OSU Grad Advantage provides students a self-assessment tool to gauge their current level in five core competencies and provides opportunities for improvement.
- Attend an event on campus that relates to this month's core competency: Interpretation and Use of Research. It can be an event highlighted by the Office of Graduate Education or not. It simply needs to extend your knowledge or skillset in the correlating core competency.
- Self-report your attendance here to be entered into the raffle.
Apply to obtain your GCCUT certificate
The Graduate Certificate in College and University Teaching (GCCUT) is accepting applications for the Corvallis based and Ecampus programs through June 1. GCCUT is designed to provide advanced course work and experiential learning opportunities to students who plan to pursue careers that require teaching and facilitation skills. Graduates have leveraged their GCCUT certificate to successfully obtain positions in higher education, research settings, private industry, as well as government and nonprofit agencies. More information can be found on the GCCUT website.
Open office hours for Graduate IT
Do you need help with a Graduate Education service, page, or form? Are you a current Oregon State student, faculty, or staff? Join us for real-time assistance. When: Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. (PT) Where: https://beav.es/GS-Help
Deadlines for graduating students
If you're planning to graduate in the coming months, please find the Office of Graduate Education's degree completion steps and deadlines on the certificate, master's and doctoral degree pages. On those pages, you can find graduation timelines and required tasks such as submitting your program of study, diploma application and final exam scheduling forms. Avoid last-minute surprises and set yourself up for a smooth finish to your well-earned degree!
Graduating master's and doctoral students are invited to celebrate their accomplishments with family and friends at OSU's annual commencement ceremony. All graduate students must RSVP for commencement by May 13. This year's ceremonies will be held on Saturday, June 14 in Corvallis, and , June 15 at OSU-Cascades. Visit the commencement page for participation and deadline information.
For doctoral students only: Please email your major professor(s) names or other designated faculty member who will serve as your escort to the Office of Graduate Education no later than May 13. Also, to ensure your name is announced correctly at commencement, we will be utilizing the NameCoach platform. You will receive an email invitation from the Office of Graduate Education with a request to record your name as indicated on your diploma application. Log in to NameCoach using your ONID. Please speak naturally and clearly and leave any helpful pronunciation notes in the platform.
If you have utilized this platform in Canvas and have recorded a less formal version of your name for the classroom setting, you will have an opportunity to review or re-record your formal name for the commencement ceremony.
Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.
Summer GRAD courses
The Office of Graduate Education and its partners offer GRAD courses for students in all disciplines. View the courses.
GRAD 514 - Introduction to Graduate Writing (3 credits, online)
Covers the expectations for writing at the graduate level. Examines features of successful, graduate-level academic writing to produce documents for program, courses, advisors, and colleagues. Explores topics related to information literacy, proposal and grant writing, and general graduate writing strategies.
GRAD 520 - Responsible Conduct of Research (2 credits, online)
Covers 10 topics in responsible conduct of research: ethical decision making; human subjects; animal welfare; data acquisition; sharing and ownership; research misconduct; conflicts of interest; authorship; peer review; mentor/trainee responsibilities; and collaborative science. Useful to all students who conduct scholarly activity.
Find out more on our course overview video.
From our Partners
Beavers Belong Support Network - Graduate Student Space
Looking for connection and support? You're not alone — and you don't have to navigate college alone either.
The Beavers Belong Support Network is a peer program where students come together to share experiences, offer support, find belonging, and build meaningful connections. Led by trained Student Leaders, our groups are all about creating a welcoming, inclusive space for real conversations.
When: 4:30 - 6 p.m., each Tuesday
Where: Memorial Union Building (MU), 062 Ready to join our welcoming student community? Visit beav.es/belong to submit an interest form.
Getting a Dam Job: Oops, I Still Need a Job or Internship!
It's not too late to find a great job or internship for this summer or beyond — many employers are still actively recruiting Beavers! Join our workshop now to get essential tips and strategies that will streamline your search and help you find the right career opportunity before the summer arrives.
When: 5 - 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 13
Where: Virtual Event
PCOSW's Spring Term Scholarships & Awards application cycle is now open.
The application deadline is Friday, May 23 by 5 p.m.
The President's Commission on the Status of Women provides funding to faculty, students, and staff who are pursuing professional development, research, outreach, or creative projects related to gender equity issues. Projects must clearly align with PCOSW's mission. The maximum amount offered is $1000, although scholarships average $300, and funds are paid by reimbursement. To learn more about application requirements/guidelines and selection criteria, visit: Funding Opportunities | President's Commission on the Status of Women | Leadership | Oregon State University
To apply: https://beav.es/NQ2
For questions or more information, email: [email protected]
Create an Online Portfolio
Join the School of Writing, Literature, and Film for Create an Online Portfolio, a workshop where you'll learn how to design and build a digital portfolio that highlights your work and makes a lasting impression. Whether you're an artist, writer, designer, or in another field, this event will provide you with the tools and techniques needed to effectively present your talents online and attract potential employers or clients. This event is part of the School of Writing, Literature, and Film's career month. All students are welcome to attend.
When: 3 p.m., Thursday, May 29
Where: Virtual Event
Creating Accessible Digital Materials
In this session, Gabe Merrill with the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will demonstrate and interact with resources to ensure that websites, course materials, PDFs, and other online information are accessible for those who use screen readers or have visual impairments. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how people access online material and basic tools to use to ensure clarity of communication.
When: 11 a.m. - noon, Friday, May 16
Where: Virtual Event Register online
De-escalation Strategies for OSU Researchers in Public Interactions
This workshop will equip OSU researchers with the tools and strategies necessary to handle challenging interactions with the public during fieldwork. In this session, learn strategies to diffuse difficult interactions, encourage respectful communication, resolve conflict and access institutional resources for support.
When: 9 - 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 21
Where: Memorial Union Building (MU), 208 Register online