Announcements!
Win a JMU Graduate School T-shirt!
We will have a random drawing to select two lucky winners of The Graduate School T-shirt. You will earn an entry into the drawing for every workshop you attend. In other words, the more workshops you attend, the better your chances!
Attend Over Zoom!
We will now be offering a virtual option at workshops for students that are unable to attend in person.
Development Workshops
Register by March 10th
When: Thursday, March 13th from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Where: Holland Yates Hall Room 4010
Discover strategies for effective networking. Learn how to identify and connect with individuals in your field, build meaningful relationships, and maintain those connections as you transition into your career. Explore the timing and techniques for reaching out to professionals and ensuring your efforts contribute to a beneficial connection. This interactive session will equip you with the skills and confidence to grow your career-oriented network and create lasting opportunities.
Register by February 3rd
When: Thursday, February 6th from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Where: Student Sucess Center Room 1075 or via Zoom
This workshop will take an audience centered approach to constructing a poster presentation. It will focus on best practices related to sequencing information, font selection, color and stylistic presentation and the visualization of data. There will be an opportunity for feedback related to individual projects so come prepared to show or tell if you would like assistance.
Register Now
When: Every Friday, 9:00 am - 11 am
Where: Holland Yates Hall Room 4010 or via Zoom
Coffee and light snacks will be provided!
Whether you are working on a thesis, dissertation, grant proposal, course paper, portfolio, or even just keeping up with emails, graduate school involves a lot of writing! The University Writing Center and the Graduate School are offering a new opportunity to support your writing through a Weekly Graduate Writing Group. This will be a dedicated space and time each week where you can meet up with other graduate students and get some of your writing done in community with others. Dr. Emily Bouza from the UWC will facilitate this group, including goal setting activities to help you use your time within and beyond the group well to complete the many daunting projects of graduate school.
Register by April 28th
When: Friday, May 2nd from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: The Serenity Center (Warren Hall 419)
This interactive workshop will begin with a brief discussion about common daily stressors and their impact on well-being. Participants will learn to recognize the tendency of the mind to drift from the present moment and explore techniques to help reconnect with the here and now. A few simple breathing techniques will be shared, along with an opportunity to participate in a guided meditation to promote relaxation and a quieter mind. By the end of the session, attendees will gain practical tools to manage stress, cultivate calm, and envision what a personal daily practice might look like in their graduate careers and lives. All are welcome. No experience necessary. Facilitator/Meditation Guide: Dr. Mark Gabriele
Register by February 17th
When: Friday, February 21st from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: Student Success Center Room 1075 or via Zoom
If you’re a grad student who experiences fears that others will discover you don’t “really belong,” you’re not alone! The imposter phenomenon is a global experience and can impact people at all stages of their academic career. Through this workshop, we’ll examine and challenge the components of “imposter syndrome” and give you strategies to empower yourself to manage this challenging experience.
Fall 2024 Workshops:
Techniques for Improving your Public Speaking - If you were unable to attend the "Public Speaking" Workshop, you can view the presentation slides. Additionally, visit the Communication Center Website for more assistance and resources in planning and delivering speeches.
Stress and Anxiety Management - If you were unable to attend the "Stress and Anxiety Management" Workshop, you can view the presentation slides. Additionally, visit the Counseling Center Website for more assistance in managing stress and other counseling resources.
Write on Track: Forming and Maintaining Writing Habits - If you were unable to attend the "Write on Track" Worshop, you can view the presentation slides. Additionally, you can reach out to the Writing Center to set up a one-on-one appointment for help on any writing assignment.
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807
Mon - Fri:
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. &
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. for lunch
