Events By Tag: “first generation”

  • Research & Mentoring Program Virtual Info Sessions

    Virtual

    Attend an info session to learn more about AAP's Research and Mentoring Program (RAMP) and talk to students about their experience in the program.  RAMP offers an enriching educational experience for students from underrepresented groups and first generation/low income students, to excel as undergraduates and succeed in graduate school. 

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  • What is Grad School & Why Apply?

    Virtual

    Not sure where to start in preparing for graduate school or what the difference is between a master's or a PhD? This virtual presentation defines graduate school and where your career and academic goals meet. This is the perfect start to your journey for graduate school preparation. 

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  • The Graduate School Application Process

    Virtual

    For students who are 1-2 semesters from applying for graduate school, attend this virtual information session to get all the details from Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) on the application process. After this session, you’ll be fully prepared to apply.

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  • How to Get Letters of Recommendation Workshop

    Virtual

    A strong letter of recommendation can make all the difference in being accepted into your top-choice graduate program. But how do you ensure that your letter of recommendation stands out among a sea of others?In this virtual workshop, you will learn the key elements to a successful letter of recommendation, including how to choose your recommenders, how to communicate your …

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  • Discover AAP's Programs and Resources for Graduate School Preparation

    Virtual

    Join Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) for a great opportunity to meet staff, learn about AAP structured programs, graduate school preparation resources and much more at this virtual workshop!  

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  • McNair Scholars Program Virtual Info Session

    Virtual

    Thinking of a Ph.D.? Attend this information session to learn more AAP’s McNair Scholars Program and talk to students about their experience in the program.  The McNair Scholars program, part of the U.S. Department of Education funded TRIO Programs, guides first-generation and low-income and/or underrepresented students into Ph.D. programs while providing funding to help with the process.

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  • How to Network and Get to Know Your Faculty

    Virtual

    This student-focused workshop will help you understand the importance of building strong relationships with your professors and establish a network within your academic community and professional discipline. Through interactive activities and discussions, participants will learn effective communication strategies, how to approach professors for mentorship and opportunities, and networking tips to expand their knowledge and opportunities within their field of study. …

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  • Graduate School Application Process

    Trevor Coulborn Hall 201: TCH 201

    For students who are one to two semesters from applying, get the details from Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) on the application process for graduate school. You’ll be able to fully prepare for the application process after this session.

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  • Become a Competitive Grad School Applicant

    Virtual

    What do I need to prepare for a graduate school application? Join Academic Advancement Programs' (AAP) virtual workshop that will provide an overview of the pieces of a competitive graduate school applicant. Usually, students with 0-60 credits gain the most from this workshop as they learn how to build towards a competitive application.   Now you know that graduate school …

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  • RAMP & McNair Info Sessions

    Trevor Coulborn Hall 201: TCH 201

    Attend an info session to learn more AAP’s structured programs, and talk to students about their experience in the program.The McNair Scholars program, as part of the U.S. Department of Education funded TRIO Programs, guides first-generation and low-income and/or underrepresented students into Ph.D. programs and provides funding to help with that process. The Research and Mentoring Program offers an enriching educational …

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