Professional Development

Opportunities for Graduate Student Growth

The University Of Wyoming School Of Graduate Education recognizes that professional development is a cornerstone of a comprehensive graduate education. Our Professional Development for Graduate Students initiative takes a holistic approach to address the diverse needs of our student body. University of Wyoming offer a wide array of resources, workshops, and programs designed by various units and departments within the university to enhance both academic and non-academic skills, preparing our students for success in their chosen careers, whether in academia, industry, or other sectors.

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Three-minute Thesis Competition

The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition empowers graduate students to transform their complex research into a clear, compelling story for a broad audience, all in just three minutes. Designed to enhance professional skills and career readiness, 3MT challenges students to communicate their work with clarity and confidence, sharpening their public speaking abilities and boosting interdisciplinary understanding. Beyond the competition, 3MT fosters connections between students, faculty and potential employers while increasing public awareness of the value of graduate research. 

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning provides materials to help graduate students grow as professionals.

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GradCo

GradCo is a collaboration of universities across Colorado. It is designed to deliver a variety of high-quality professional development workshops, information sessions, and trainings to our graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.

 

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Writing is one of the most critical aspects of academic success, yet it’s often deprioritized in the face of competing demands. The 14-Day Writing Challenge is a free, structured opportunity for faculty, postdocs, and graduate students to develop consistent writing habits, stay accountable, and make real progress—all in just two weeks.

 

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Explore Additional Professional Development OPPORTUNITIES 

Graduate students at the University of Wyoming have access to a wide range of professional development resources offered through various colleges and campus offices. These services support academic and career success through individualized advising, career planning, and workshops focused on enhancing research, teaching, and writing skills. In addition, students can participate in professional development events, seminars, and networking opportunities designed to connect them with peers, faculty, and industry professionals—helping them build the skills and relationships needed to thrive in both academic and non-academic careers.

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Advising • Career • Exploratory Studies (ACES) supports UW students along each stage of your academic path. The center is available to all students and specializes in exploring major options, discovering career paths and building essential skills. Take advantage of ACES resources to make the most of your time at UW and set yourself up for future success!

 

The Center for Global Studies (CGS) is a core unit of WyoGlobal and is the go-to resource on the University of Wyoming campus for global success. CGS supports students, faculty, communities, and businesses in generating internationally engaged research, teaching, and program opportunities. With an array of fellowships, grants, awards, partnerships, and events, CGS cultivates effective collaboration between Wyoming and the world. Explore more opportunities through the Center for Global Studies.

The UW Libraries often hosts workshops and seminars to provide graduate students with resources to help them be successful in their academic and professional careers. Learn more about events offered by the UW Libraries.

Physical and mental wellness is essential to being successful in graduate school. The Wellness Center on UW campus offers many recreational programs as well as mental wellness initiatives. Check out the healthy offerings at the Wellness Center.

The UW Writing Center is a free resource dedicated to helping University of Wyoming students become more effective and confident writers. The trained writing consultants are available to assist with any writing project, at any stage of the writing process. Meet with a consultant up to four times per week for personalized support on your writing projects!

The Graduate Student Mentorship Program is a campus-wide, volunteer-based mentorship program specific to graduate students at the University of Wyoming (UW). This program currently resides in the School of Graduate Education.