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Time Management & Productivity in Graduate School

September 8, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Professional Development for Graduate Students, presented by Dr. Sheena Stewart, Director of Professional Development.

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An Introduction to Management and Leadership Styles

September 10, 2026, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

This workshop provides an overview of the distinct characteristics associated with being a manager versus being a leader.

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From Pathways to Impact: Designing Your Career in Industry

September 11, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Industry professionals share their career journeys, reflect on the transition from academia to industry, & discuss non-technical skills to accelerate growth.

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Art + Mindfulness

September 22, 2026, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Join us for an evening at The Jule Museum for Art + Mindfulness, sponsored by the Graduate Student Council and Student Counseling & Psychological Services.

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From Researcher to Founder: Packaging Academic Work into Autonomous Careers

September 25, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Traverse the Valley of Death, systematically proving, packaging, & translating complex academic theories & deep research into structured enterprise assets.

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Working With Your Advisor: Communication, Expectations & Difficult Conversations

October 6, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Professional Development for Graduate Students, presented by Dr. Sheena Stewart, Director of Professional Development

Dean’s Café on October 7 from 3-4 p.m. in Hargis Hall

Dean's Café

October 7, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join the AU Graduate School for good food with good friends on the first Wednesday of each month.

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What I Wish I Knew Before Entering Industry

October 16, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

You will get to hear firsthand reflections on the lessons learned during the transition, what life in industry is really like, and the skills and mindsets that make the biggest difference.

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Self-Awareness: A Vital Component of Leadership

October 22, 2026, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

This workshop provides a framework for how to build self-awareness so that one can become a more effective and engaging leader.

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Building a Career Beyond Your Degree

October 30, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Learn how a recent graduate student leveraged transferable skills, embraced continuous learning, and navigated new opportunities on the path from graduate school to a career in the data and AI industry.

Dean’s Café on November 4 from 3-4 p.m. in Hargis Hall

Dean's Café

November 4, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join the AU Graduate School for good food with good friends on the first Wednesday of each month.

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Communicating Your Research to Broad Audiences

November 6, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

In this session, there will be discussion on practical strategies for explaining complex research in clear language for audiences beyond one's field, which could include industry partners, policymakers, funders, and the public.

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Skills in Demand: How Graduate Education Prepares You for Corporate Challenges

November 13, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Learn how research, problem-solving, communication, and analytical thinking translate into success in the corporate world.

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Build Your Circle: Networking That Feels Natural

November 17, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Professional Development for Graduate Students, presented by Dr. Sheena Stewart, Director of Professional Development

Dean’s Café on December 2 from 3-4 p.m. in Hargis Hall

Dean's Café

December 2, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join the AU Graduate School for good food with good friends on the first Wednesday of each month.