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SACNAS Charlotte Chapter President Shares Successes from the National Conference
Caitlin BrabbleRose recaps NDiSTEM and how SACNAS is empowering diversity in STEM
   January 18, 2024

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Over 1,000 Graduate Degrees and Certificates Conferred
UNC Charlotte fall commencement ceremonies celebrate more than 3,800 graduates
   December 20, 2023

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What to Expect Living in Charlotte, North Carolina as a Graduate Student
Nolan Winters discusses navigating the Queen City, housing hacks and building community.
   December 12, 2023

Charlotte is a fantastic city to live in with so much to do and several fun neighborhoods to explore. It is ranked in the top ten of U.S. News and World...

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Building Community and Connections in Graduate School at UNC Charlotte
Pranamita Chakraborti writes about the power of community in graduate student life.
   December 12, 2023

Beginning graduate school is a big decision that can naturally come with some obstacles. An effective way of navigating this journey is to become a part of a community that can help and support you as a student. The ...

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Adam Reitzel Selected to Lead Grant Writing Development for the Graduate & Postdoctoral Writing Center
NSF and NIH grant recipient has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed publications
   December 12, 2023
Adam Reitzel, Professor of Biological Sciences and co-director for the CIPHER Center, was recently named Faculty Fellow of Grant Writing in the new UNC Charlotte Graduate & Postdoctoral Writing Center (GPWC).  As a Faculty Fellow, Reitzel will bring his exceptional scholarly writing experience to aid the development of grant writing talent among postdoctoral fellows and graduate students...

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M.S. in Bioinformatics student, Jennifer Gilby, Wins Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Finals and is joined by Dean Pinku Mukherjee

M.S. in Bioinformatics student, Jennifer Gilby, Wins Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Finals
Graduate students articulated research findings in three minutes or less.
   November 28, 2023

Jennifer Gilby, M.S. in Bioinformatics student, was selected as the first-place winner in the...

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Graduate Student Insight with photo of student, Marisa

5 Key Considerations for Returning to Graduate School After Time in the Workforce
Marisa Grimmius shares her journey and tips for success.
   November 20, 2023

Returning to graduate school after several years in the workforce can seem scary for many people simply because any change comes with a myriad of unknowns. This was certainly the case for me, and that is why I wanted to write about my...

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Life in Charlotte as a Graduate Student
Sohana Zaman, M.S. in Economics student, shares her experience in her home away from home.
   November 17, 2023

As a graduate student, Charlotte, North Carolina has evolved into more than just a city for me; it is now my home away from home. My scholastic path has become a satisfying and enriching experience thanks to the Queen City's lively...

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A Graduate Student's Guide to Conference Success
Ph.D. Student Kaitlin Klotz Shares Tips for Navigating The Research Conference Landscape
   November 15, 2023

As a graduate student, you will undoubtedly put a ton of time and energy into your research project. Conferences are an exciting opportunity to share your work and gain valuable feedback while building your professional network....

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Doctoral students celebrate during commencement ceremony

Graduate programs rank high in 2023 Diverse 100 rankings
Ranking lists Charlotte graduate degrees among top programs
   November 14, 2023

UNC Charlotte continues to be recognized for its ongoing commitment to assisting students from historically underrepresented groups in achieving academic success by earning graduate and undergraduate degrees.

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