Events in February 2024
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Write Winning Grants Registration Open Write Winning Grants Registration Open
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February 2, 2024Date:
Friday, February 2, 2024 - 8:30am to 12:00pm
Location:
Virtual
Writing a winning grant requires a winning strategy. In this two-day (January 26 and February 2, 2024) NIH-focused webinar designed for faculty members, postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and administrative staff who have some exposure to writing grant applications, Write Winning Grants comprehensively covers practical and conceptual aspects essential to the proposal-writing process. Learn how to tailor your content to relevant agencies, develop strategies for each section of the application, and to articulate your proposal in a way that makes reviewers want to read it.
Attendees will receive a copy of The Grant Application Writer’s Workbook, which has been written to complement and extend the seminar. The cost to order and receive your agency-specific workbook is $90. The presenter is John D. Robertson, managing member of the Grant Writers’ Seminars & Workshops, LLC.
This seminar is appropriate for doctoral students who have had some exposure to writing grant applications, either through training, mentoring, or personal experience. Interested doctoral students should be planning on writing a grant in the near future.
Additional information about the seminar can be found at https://research.msu.edu/event/write-winning-grants
The Graduate School and COGS will pay for 50 doctoral students to attend. Preference will be given to those students who have not previously attended. To have the Graduate School/COGS pay the $90 registration fee, please complete this form by Thursday, January 4. You will need to pay a $10 deposit to hold your reservation. The $10 will be returned to you in February after your attendance at the seminar is confirmed.
When the registration is full, if able to pay the $90 fee, students can still sign up for this conference here: https://research.msu.edu/event/write-winning-grants
Category:
Professional Development
FundingCES Write-In CES Write-In
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February 2, 2024Date:
Friday, February 2, 2024 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Location:
Hybrid | In-person Kellogg Center, Room 93, Garden Level, Zoom
Would scheduling regular, specific times to write about your outreach or engagement work be helpful? If so, please join us on the first Friday of each month for three hours of dedicated time to advance your scholarship. Past participants have written journal articles, grant proposals, book chapters, theses or dissertations, curricula, pieces for public audiences, and community engagement portfolios. Participants should plan to write for the full three hours. We start the write-in by sharing writing goals for the day and wrap up with accomplishments and next steps.
Write-Ins are free, but registration is required. *Please note that your registration is a commitment to attend.
Sponsored by: University Outreach and Engagement; Office of Faculty and Academic Staff Development; The Graduate School; The Writing Center
Register here: Register for Community-Engaged Scholarship Write-In February (msu.edu)
Category:
Professional Development
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Graduate Program Director Lunch with the Dean Graduate Program Director Lunch with the Dean
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February 5, 2024Date:
Monday, February 5, 2024 - 11:30am to 1:00pm
Location:
Chittenden Hall 110
Lunch with the Dean is a program that provides an opportunity for graduate program directors to engage with Dean Dagbovie, Graduate School staff, and your peers. This program was initially launched to increase engagement between the Graduate School and graduate students, and it has been expanded due to its success. These lunches will be held once or twice per semester.
Please register to sign up for our first Lunch with the Dean opportunity on Monday, February 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Chittenden Hall. For this first Lunch with the Dean, we will discuss the role of the GPD, referencing an article by Weiner and Peterson (2019), which surveyed GPDs at 26 institutions and had 353 respondents. Included in this discussion will be a brief presentation of our own GPD surveys conducted in 2021 and 2022.
Category:
Professional Development
Yoga at IM-Circle Yoga at IM-Circle
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February 5, 2024Live Virtual Yoga Live Virtual Yoga
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Cycling at IM-West Cycling at IM-West
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February 6, 2024 -
Pilates at Im-East Pilates at Im-East
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February 7, 2024https://cogs.msu.edu/upcoming-events/
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Navigating the Master's Navigating the Master's
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February 9, 2024Date:
Friday, February 9, 2024 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Location:
Hybrid | In-person: Bessey Hall
This interactive writing workshop is designed to help students develop an individualized plan for understanding graduate school more generally and graduate writing more specifically. This workshop is designed for students in both the early and later years of their master’s degree.
This 3-hour workshop will concentrate on understanding the transition to graduate school, navigating master’s degree coursework and graduation options (thesis, exams, portfolios, etc.), locating and using professional and personal support resources, and writing for both the degree and future job. Participants will create academic timelines for their master’s work (coursework, conference presentations, internships, etc.) at MSU and discuss technologies and habits that can help them stay on task. Participants will also discuss how to manage the stress that often pervades the life of master’s students and how to select and work with a committee. The workshop will end with participants exploring and sharing their current writing practices, writing and revision strategies, and strategies for overcoming writer’s block and procrastination
Zoom link and details will be shared with registrants prior to the date of the workshop. *Please note your registration is a commitment to attend.
Register here: Navigating the Master's
Category:
Professional Development
Effectively Using Tech Tools to Enhance Student Learning Effectively Using Tech Tools to Enhance Student Learning
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February 9, 2024Date:
Friday, February 9, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Location:
Virtual
Session Description: In this session, participants will learn about ways of using technology tools and strategies to effectively engage students in their learning. Attendees will leave with several tools for immediate use in their instructional setting.
Presenter: Tianyi (Titi) Kou-Herrema is a doctoral candidate in the German Program in the Department of Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures at MSU. She received one of the University Excellence-in-Teaching Awards in 2022, is an active member of the GTAP Advisory Group, a former IIT Fellow and a current graduate school sponsored CTLI Graduate Fellow.
A Zoom link will be sent the day before the workshop.
Category:
Professional Development
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Yoga at IM-Circle Yoga at IM-Circle
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February 12, 2024Live Virtual Yoga Live Virtual Yoga
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Cycling at IM-West Cycling at IM-West
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Pilates at Im-East Pilates at Im-East
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February 14, 2024https://cogs.msu.edu/upcoming-events/
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AGEP Learning Community Meeting AGEP Learning Community Meeting
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February 15, 2024Date:
Thursday, February 15, 2024 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Location:
Brody Cafeteria
The Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) at Michigan State University (MSU) was started with funding from the National Science Foundation. MSU AGEP supports recruitment, retention, and graduation of underrepresented U. S. minorities in doctoral programs of the natural and social sciences, mathematics, and engineering. The MSU AGEP Learning Community is an informal environment where students from varying disciplines can gather, share their research in a 10-minute presentation, or discover that their graduate toils are not unusual. Those in attendance are privy to information regarding fellowships, career opportunities, even summer internships, pertaining to the group.
In-person RSVP for AGEP Learning Community meetings here: http://bit.ly/2HdSyNN
Category:
Diversity and Inclusion
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Graduate School Write-In Graduate School Write-In
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February 16, 2024Date:
Friday, February 16, 2024 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Location:
Chittenden Hall 110 & Zoom
Graduate School Write-Ins are co-sponsored by the Graduate School and The Writing Center at MSU. The write-ins are hosted and facilitated to provide writers with an opportunity to write in a shared writing space where other writers are present, and a writing center consultant/staff member is present to provide consultations for writers who would like to have a consultation appointment during the session.
Along with this, the write-ins provide an opportunity for facilitators to promote and share information about upcoming events hosted by the Graduate School, Writing Center, and other campus partners such as the University Outreach and Engagement Office and to provide resources and information that can be used to form graduate writing groups, have writing center appointments or attend workshops (provided by the Graduate School) cater to graduate students based on goals they may share during the write in.
Location: In-person Chittenden Hall 110 & Zoom, details to be shared with participants closer to event.
Please use this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfaq_U_H9ZT87fWEppIGHw5RlAZEAj1lbtqwySouEzHV4wXxw/viewform
*Food and activities are based on registration numbers. Please note that your registration is a commitment to attend.
Category:
Professional Development
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Lunch with the Dean Lunch with the Dean
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February 19, 2024Date:
Monday, February 19, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location:
Chittenden Hall 110
Lunch with the Dean:During the academic year, the Dean of the Graduate School, Pero Dagbovie, invites graduate students to join him and his graduate school colleagues for lunch and conversation in Chittenden Hall along the beautiful and historic Laboratory Row.
About the Event:This unique opportunity allows Graduate Students the chance to connect with The Graduate School leadership and staff in a relaxed and informal lunch setting. Connect about career and school journeys, gain understanding of The Graduate School programs that empower graduate student success and engage in candid discussions about university and student life.
Why Attend?- Share experiences in a safe space.- Learn more about what the Graduate School offers, such as professional development & educational wellbeing opportunities.- Enjoy a delicious meal and great conversation with new people!
Registration for these lunches is required. If the registration link is no longer available, either the workshop is full, or the registration period has ended.
Spring 2024 Dates, all lunches will take place in Chittenden Hall room 110 from 12:00-1:00pm:
Wednesday, January 17th
Monday, February 19th
Tuesday, March 19th
Wednesday, April 10thCategory:
Professional Development
ETD Formatting Walk-In Help ETD Formatting Walk-In Help
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February 19, 2024Date:
Monday, February 19, 2024 - 1:30pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Chittenden Hall Room 220
Attention Master’s Plan A and Doctoral students:
Do you have questions regarding formatting your thesis or dissertation? Stop in during one of our help sessions to talk to Graduate School staff about any specific formatting questions you may have.
These are walk-in sessions. No registration is required.
Category:
Professional Development
Yoga at IM-Circle Yoga at IM-Circle
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February 19, 2024Addressing Bias in the Workplace Addressing Bias in the Workplace
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February 19, 2024Date:
Monday, February 19, 2024 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Location:
Chittenden Lounge (basement) or Zoom
For more information visit: COGS + GROW Workshop: February 19, 2024 – Council of Graduate Students (msu.edu)
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you saw or heard something that frustrated you because you knew it wasn’t right, but you didn’t know what to say? It could be someone making an offensive statement or being dismissive of an issue that you care deeply about. It is hard to know what to say or do i n the moment, but if you take some time beforehand to think through your options, you are more likely to be prepared when those moments come. In this workshop, we will discuss strategies to help you decide when and how to respond to difficult situations in professional settings.
In-person participation is highly encouraged, but zoom option is available if you can only join virtually! Please register to attend.
Register Here: EmailMe Form - Addressing Bias in the Workplace
Facilitated by GROW – The Graduate Office of Well-Being
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Life and Well-Being
Live Virtual Yoga Live Virtual Yoga
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February 19, 2024 -
Cycling at IM-West Cycling at IM-West
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February 20, 2024RECR Workshop: Animal Subjects and Animal Use Protocols RECR Workshop: Animal Subjects and Animal Use Protocols
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February 20, 2024Date:
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location:
Zoom
NOTE: This workshop has been moved from February 13th to February 20th.
As part of research, it may be necessary to use test animals. This workshop will help you understand the requirements – both at the level of MSU and the federal government – that must be adhered to be able to use animals in research. Key compliance issues will be discussed as will ethical issues associated with their use. Finally, Animal Use Forms (AUF) and application procedures will be discussed as all research, teaching, and extension/outreach activities using animals must have an approved AUF from the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
Registration: https://abilitylms.msu.edu/MSU/LearnerWeb_PTM.php?ActionID=Enroll&EventID=8915
Full RECR workshop series information can be found at https://grad.msu.edu/recr.
Category:
Professional Development
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Equity-Centered Trauma-Informed Education Equity-Centered Trauma-Informed Education
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February 21, 2024Date:
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location:
Virtual
Adopting trauma-informed pedagogy requires intentional efforts, planning, dialogues, and constant self-reflection to foster equitable environments where students feel seen, valued, and appreciated. In this session we will discuss six equity-centered trauma-informed principles from Alex Shevrin’s book Equity-Centered Trauma-Informed Education, including helpful tips and activities that can be adapted for any teaching context. Participants in this session will develop ideas to incorporate these principles in their own instructional and work setting. We welcome everyone with an open heart and mind to engage in cultivating tools to add to their equity-centered teaching toolbox. Attendees do not need to have read the book to join the session.
Presenters: Gloria Ashaolu and Dr. Hima Rawal
A Zoom link will be sent the day before the workshop.
Category:
Professional Development
Pilates at Im-East Pilates at Im-East
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February 21, 2024https://cogs.msu.edu/upcoming-events/
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Writing Center Write-In Writing Center Write-In
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February 23, 2024Date:
Friday, February 23, 2024 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
Location:
In-person Bessey Hall
The Writing Center write-ins are hosted and facilitated semi-regularly throughout the academic year to provide writers with an opportunity to write in a shared writing space where other writers are present. Goal setting, co-working space, and 1:1 consultations are available during the write-in.
Write-ins are free, but registration is required. *Please note that your registration is a commitment to attend.
Details and meeting location will be shared closer to the event.
Register Here: Writing Center Write-In
Category:
Professional Development
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Graduate Student Spring Break Staycation Lunch Graduate Student Spring Break Staycation Lunch
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February 26, 2024Date:
Monday, February 26, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location:
Chittenden Hall Front Lawn
Sticking around East Lansing for Spring Break? We are too! Come grab lunch on Monday, February 26, 2024 at noon to hang out with other graduate students and staff from the Graduate School.
There will be MSU Swag Giveaways!
We will be providing grab and go lunch, more details to come.
Sponsored by the MSU Graduate School and the Office for International Students and Scholars.
Category:
Life and Well-Being
Yoga at IM-Circle Yoga at IM-Circle
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February 26, 2024Live Virtual Yoga Live Virtual Yoga
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February 26, 2024 -
Cycling at IM-West Cycling at IM-West
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February 27, 2024 -
Pilates at Im-East Pilates at Im-East
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February 28, 2024https://cogs.msu.edu/upcoming-events/
