Current Graduate Student Events

Spring 2025 CCAS PhD ETD Workshop I 

Wednesday, February 5, from 10-11am | Virtual (Zoom)

Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students. Students planning to defend in the Spring semester are strongly advised to attend this workshop.

Effective Job Searching with Chat GPT

Wednesday, February 5, from 12-1pm | Virtual (Zoom)

Effective Job Searching with ChatGPT is one of two NEW Career Readiness Workshops this semester! Searching for jobs that align with your skills, interests, and experience can be time-consuming. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to streamline your job search and use ChatGPT to make technology work for you. Join us to make your job search more efficient and effective!

In this workshop, you will:

• Define your unique job search goals and understand how to determine your job deal-breakers and nice-to-haves.
• Gain tips and tricks for finding positions that match your skills, interests, and experience
• Learn how to simplify the application process and create versatile application materials
• Master using ChatGPT to quickly tailor your resume and cover letter for each job

A Cover Letter is Like a Love Letter

Wednesday, February 12, from 5-6pm | (Zoom)

How to write a cover letter can feel like the biggest mystery of the job search process. What should you include? Should you tailor your cover letter to every position you apply for? In this session, you will learn why a cover letter is like a love letter, and how to write a standout cover letter every time with the “love letter” format.

During this session you will:

• Receive an in-depth overview of the “love letter” format.
• Unlock the top 3 characteristics of standout cover letters and how to integrate these characteristics into your cover letter.
• Understand the logic behind what to include in your cover letter, plus how to use proper organization and formatting techniques.

Career Services Open House

Thursday, February 13, from 9am-5pm | In-Person (Smith Hall, Room 118)

Meet your career counselors, Erin Ahart and Dr. Johnette Ruffner-Ceaser, in-person in Smith Hall Room 118! Ask us any career-related question and learn how CCAS Graduate Career Services can support your career journey.

Spring 2025 CCAS PhD ETD Copyright Workshop

Thursday, February 13, from 3-4pm | Virtual (Zoom)

Join us for this informative copyright workshop hosted by members of the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications Team. CCAS Ph.D. students whose dissertations will include previously published works are strongly encouraged to attend this workshop. Please register in advance to attend.

Professional Etiquette

Thursday, February 27, from 12-1pm | Virtual (Zoom)

Professional etiquette is essential for gaining trust and being taken seriously in the workplace and during the job search. Make a positive impression on future employers and foster respect in professional settings! In this NEW Career Readiness Workshop, CCAS career counselors Erin Ahart and Johnette Ruffner-Ceaser will guide you through the fundamentals of professional etiquette in the U.S.

In this session, you will:

• Learn key professional behaviors, from email communication to Zoom etiquette.
• Understand the difference between "casual" and "professional," including workplace attire and how to be professional while being yourself.
• Discover what's considered "professional" in your industry and workplace.
• Learn how to build professional relationships and navigate appropriate conversation topics.

Spring 2025 CCAS PhD ETD Workshop II 

Thursday, March 6, from 3-4pm | Virtual (Zoom)

Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students. Students planning to defend in the Spring semester are strongly advised to attend this workshop.
*This is a repeat session. If you attended the session on February 5, there is no need to attend this session.

Interview With Ease

Wednesday, April 2, from 5-6pm | Virtual (Zoom)

CCAS Career Services is excited to bring back Interview With Ease again this semester! Gain essential tips and tricks that will take your interviewing skills to the next level, and more importantly, allow you to interview with ease and confidence.

In this virtual session, you will:

• Learn to answer commonly asked interview questions including “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” and “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?”
• Understand important differences in navigating virtual and in-person interviews.
• Gain helpful interview preparation strategies and resources.