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COGS + GROW Workshop: February 19, 2024

“Addressing Bias in the Workplace”

Date: Monday, Feb. 19th

Time: 4-5PM EST

Location: Chittenden Hall, Lounge (Downstairs) – 466 W. Circle Dr. OR Virtually, via Zoom

REGISTER HERE 2.19.24

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. Please register to attend.

Facilitated by GROW – The Graduate Office of Well-Being

Watch 3MT Presentations – March 4th via Zoom!

When COGS had to postpone the GAC scheduled for 2.19, that meant our 3-Minute Thesis presenters might not get to compete for a chance to present in the regional contest. Not to worry – we have Zoom! Come watch our 3MT presenters this Saturday at noon 3/4/23! https://bit.ly/COGS3MT23

The Leadership Fellowship

The Leadership Fellowship is a year-long, cohort-based program housed in the office of Graduate Student Life & Wellness. It was created to build a stronger and more connected graduate student community at MSU by supporting and providing space for graduate and professional student leaders to engage in change-oriented projects. Fellows aim to increase belonging and community within their colleges or specific populations of students, and their projects increase graduate student well-being, inclusion, and ultimately success.

Click here for a full description of the Fellowship and a link to the application. We will begin accepting applications for 2023-24 from February 13 until March 17.

For more information, please visit: https://grad.msu.edu/leadership-fellows-program

Grad-Professional Student Appreciation Week

The Graduate School Grad-Professional Student Appreciation Week Activities:

April 1- 5, some registrations required. Events & Details here: https://grad.msu.edu/gpsaw

Thank A Grad Student – Submit Here
Tea with the GTA TLC – Monday, April 1 – 4:00-5:30pm, Chittenden Commons – Tea with the GTA TLC
Pizza with the President – Wednesday, April 3, 11:30am-12:30pm – Ag Hall Atrium – Pizza with President Guskiewicz
Donuts with Dean Dagbovie – Thursday, April 4, 10:30-11:30am, Chittenden Hall 110 – Donuts with Dean Dagbovie
Pretzels with the Provost – Thursday, April 4, 1:00-1:50pm, Chittenden Hall 110 – Pretzels with Interim Provost Jeitschko
Cookies and Careers – Wednesday, April 3 from 12:00-2:00pm – Student Services Building 113 – Drop in event

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WKAR Talks Panel Series

Have you ever wondered what a career in media can look like? WKAR Talks is a series of panels where MSU students will have the opportunity to connect with WKAR employees over their careers in media. WKAR Public Media is part of Michigan State University, a division of MSU College of Communication Arts & Sciences. It includes WKAR-TV, WKAR Radio, WKAR.org, Radio Reading Service, WKAR Digital Studios, and WKAR Family. From engineering, fundraising, education, and journalism to television, digital and radio, WKAR continues to pave the way for careers in media. Students can sign up for the following topics using the link below: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0U0Pg7ZHwLCmq6a

COGS Workshop: Managing Your Advisor, Managing Your Writing Time

Thursday, March 16th, 4-5PM Chittenden Hall, room 110

COGS Graduate Welfare Committee will host this in-person workshop, facilitated by Dr. Lori Skibbe, Professor, Human Development & Family Studies, offering practical information and engaged discussion. There will be snacks and a chance to meet other graduate students from across campus. All graduate & professional students welcome! Please Register Here

Workshop Description: Dr. Skibbe will present ideas for how to structure time with your mentor in order to keep you both on the same page. Following advice from Cathy Mazak’s new book, Making Time to Write, she will also talk about how to center your writing time in order to meet your productivity goals. Participants in this workshop will be directed towards a free workbook that will help them to continue working on these concepts after the workshop.

Ice Skating at Munn with COGS!

Save the Date: Sunday, January 28, 2024, 5:00-6:30 PM

No experience required – just come out and have fun! Exclusively for MSU graduate/professional students and their accompanied guests. FREE – Skate rental included.

Munn Ice Arena – 509 Birch Rd, @MSU

COGS + GROW: Workshop: January 31, 2024

“Dealing with Conflict in Professional Settings”

Date: Wednesday, Jan 31^st

Time: 4-5PM EST

Location: Chittenden Hall, Room 110 – 466 W. Circle Dr. OR Virtually, via Zoom

Conflict is an unavoidable part of life. Whether it’s a disagreement with our advisor or supervisor or personal differences with colleagues, learning to manage and resolve conflict in professional settings is an essential life skill. In this workshop, we will talk about some basic principles of productive confrontation and how to apply them across different contexts. Please register to attend.

Facilitated by GROW – The Graduate Office of Well-Being

COGS Trivia Night @Harrison Roadhouse Pub, March 28th!

On Thursday March 28th we will be hosting a Trivia Night at Harrison Roadhouse Pub at 7pm! This event is free for all graduate & professional students. Tables/teams of 4. Free appetizers and prizes for winners! Guests MUST be registered as there are limited tables and chairs and no room for extra people unfortunately. Ungregistered guests may sit at the bar if room. Registered guests will be seated first and may participate if there are No-Shows.

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Must register to attend! REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/3SZrGFO