Current Graduate Student Events
These events are open to help current Columbian College graduate students thrive in their virtual learning environment, engage with students and other GW community members, successfully complete their degrees and find professional opportunities.
Upcoming Events
Summer 2025 CCAS PhD ETD Workshop
Thursday, 6/5/2025, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students.
Summer 2025 CCAS ETD Copyright Workshop
Wednesday, 6/25/2025, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for this informative copyright workshop hosted by members of the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications Team.
- Past Events
Liberal Arts in an AI World: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Teaching
Thursday, 5/1/2025, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
A panel discussion focused on ways faculty can best navigate the shifting landscape that AI technology brings to liberal arts learning objectives.
Spring 2025 Finals Week Survival Goodie Bags
Monday, 4/21/2025, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Stop by to make your own goodie bag filled with energizing snacks and beverages to help boost you through finals!
Wednesday, 4/2/2025, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Graduate Student Appreciation Week
Monday, 3/31/2025 - Friday, 4/4/2025, All day
Join the GW community in celebrating the contributions of our graduate students. Events hosted by the CCAS Office of Graduate Studies and the OGPA.
Spring 2025 CCAS PhD ETD Workshop II
Thursday, 3/6/2025, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students.
Thursday, 2/27/2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Professional etiquette is essential for gaining trust and being taken seriously in the workplace and during the job search.
Spring 2025 CCAS PhD ETD Copyright Workshop
Thursday, 2/13/2025, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for this informative copyright workshop hosted by members of the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications Team.
Career Services Open House and Valentine's Day Cookies
Thursday, 2/13/2025, 10:30am - 5:00pm
Meet your career counselors, Erin Ahart and Dr. Johnette Ruffner-Ceaser, in-person in Smith Hall Room 118!
A Cover Letter is Like a Love Letter
Wednesday, 2/12/2025, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
How to write a cover letter can feel like the biggest mystery of the job search process. What should you include?
Effective Job Searching with Chat GPT
Wednesday, 2/5/2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Effective Job Searching with ChatGPT is one of two NEW Career Readiness Workshops this semester!
Spring 2025 CCAS PhD ETD Workshop I
Wednesday, 2/5/2025, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students.
Revolutionary Resume: Next Level
Thursday, 1/30/2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
This transformative session will empower you to create a resume that not only opens doors, but leaves a lasting impression on prospective employers.
Thursday, 1/30/2025, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Stop by Smith Hall 118 between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM to meet your Student Services Coordinator and get free hot chocolate!
Thursday, 11/21/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Gain techniques for managing job search-related stress and anxiety, including how to calm your nerves before, during, and after an interview!
Wednesday, 11/20/2024, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Prepare for employment opportunities by learning how to network effectively.
Thursday, 11/14/2024, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS PhD students.
Thursday, 11/7/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learn essential tips and tricks that will take your interviewing skills to the next level and allow you to interview with ease and confidence!
Monday, 10/28/2024, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Stop by Smith Hall 118 during this spooky season for treats and a chance to win a prize!
Fall 2024 PhD ETD Copyright Workshop
Thursday, 10/24/2024, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for this informative copyright workshop hosted by the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications team.
Wednesday, 10/9/2024, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS PhD students.
Wednesday, 10/9/2024, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Schedule an appointment with our career counselors to review your resume and cover letter!
A Cover Letter is Like a Love Letter
Wednesday, 10/2/2024, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Learn how to write a standout cover letter every time with the “love letter” format!
Revolutionary Resume: Next Level
Wednesday, 9/25/2024, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
This transformative session will empower you to create a resume that not only opens doors, but leaves a lasting impression on prospective employers.
Revolutionary Resume: Back to Basics
Thursday, 9/19/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learn the essentials for how to construct an effective resume!
Thursday, 9/5/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Establishing a solid foundation for career success is paramount for Masters and PhD students. Therefore, building strong mentorship relationships with faculty m
Thursday, 9/5/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Establishing a solid foundation for career success is paramount for Masters and PhD students. Therefore, building strong mentorship relationships with faculty m
Wednesday, 9/4/2024, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Establishing a solid foundation for career success is paramount for Masters and PhD students. Therefore, building strong mentorship relationships with faculty m
Graduate Student Ice Cream Social
Thursday, 8/29/2024, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us outside Smith Hall, Suite 118 for ice cream and CCAS swag! Registration is not required - just stop by!
Summer 2024 Ph.D. ETD Copyright Workshop
Thursday, 6/27/2024, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for this informative copyright workshop hosted by the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications team.
Summer 2024 Ph.D. ETD Workshop
Thursday, 6/6/2024, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students.
Thursday, 4/18/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Gain techniques for managing job search-related stress and anxiety, including how to calm your nerves before, during, and after an interview!
Graduate Student Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, 4/10/2024, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for ice cream and CCAS swag!
Working Your Professional Network
Thursday, 4/4/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Prepare for employment opportunities by learning how to network effectively.
Thursday, 3/28/2024, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Schedule an appointment with our career counselors to review your resume and cover letter!
Spring 2024 PhD ETD Workshop II
Thursday, 3/7/2024, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS PhD students.
Revolutionary Resume: Next Level
Thursday, 2/29/2024, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
This transformative session will empower you to create a resume that not only opens doors, but leaves a lasting impression on prospective employers.
Revolutionary Resume: Next Level
Wednesday, 2/28/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
This transformative session will empower you to create a resume that not only opens doors, but leaves a lasting impression on prospective employers.
Spring 2024 PhD ETD Copyright Workshop
Thursday, 2/15/2024, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for this informative copyright workshop presented by the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications Team.
Wednesday, 2/14/2024, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a cookie from the CCAS Graduate Student Services Team!
Revolutionary Resume: Back to Basics
Tuesday, 2/13/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learn the essentials for how to construct an effective resume!
Spring 2024 PhD ETD Workshop I
Thursday, 2/8/2024, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS PhD students.
Thursday, 2/8/2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learn essential tips and tricks that will take your interviewing skills to the next level and allow you to interview with ease and confidence!
Wednesday, 2/7/2024, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Learn essential tips and tricks that will take your interviewing skills to the next level and allow you to interview with ease and confidence!
Career Readiness Orientation: Foundations for Career Success
Thursday, 2/1/2024, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Receive guidance on how to successfully prepare for your career throughout your academic program!
Career Readiness Orientation: Foundations for Career Success
Wednesday, 1/31/2024, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Receive guidance on how to successfully prepare for your career throughout your academic program!
Wednesday, 1/31/2024, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Stop by Smith Hall 118 to meet your Student Services Coordinator and get free hot chocolate!
Friday, 12/8/2023, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Prepare for spring employment opportunities by learning how to network effectively.
Dean's Graduate Instructorship Info Session
Thursday, 12/7/2023, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
An informational session for students interested in applying for the DGI.
Finals Week Survival Goodie Bags
Monday, 12/4/2023, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Stop by Smith Hall 118 during the last week of classes to make your own goodie bag filled with energizing snacks and beverages to help you power through finals!
The Next Step: Academic CVs and Cover Letters
Thursday, 11/16/2023, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
A virtual panel on crafting academic job application materials
Tuesday, 11/14/2023, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS PhD students.
Chats with Chad: Master's Students
Wednesday, 11/1/2023, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
An informal space to connect with Dean Heap and your fellow graduate students
Wednesday, 11/1/2023, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Secure your dream job by learning 5 ways to interview with ease.
Monday, 10/30/2023, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Stop by Smith Hall 118 during this spooky season for treats and a chance to win a prize!
Fall 2023 PhD ETD Copyright Workshop
Thursday, 10/26/2023, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for this informative copyright workshop hosted by the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications Team.
LinkedIn II: Professional Branding
Wednesday, 10/25/2023, 10:00am - 11:30am
Learn how to use LinkedIn to create a professional brand.
Chats with Chad: Doctoral Students
Wednesday, 10/18/2023, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
An informal space to connect with Dean Heap and your fellow graduate students
LinkedIn I: Profile Construction
Wednesday, 10/18/2023, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to construct an effective LinkedIn profile.
The Next Step: Insider Perspectives on the PhD Application Process
Monday, 10/16/2023, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
A webinar panel on the PhD application process.
Thursday, 10/12/2023, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS PhD students.
Thursday, 10/5/2023, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Get your resume or cover letter checked by the CCAS Graduate Student Career Counselors!
Thursday, 9/28/2023, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
A workshop on effective resume construction.
Wednesday, 9/27/2023, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
A workshop on effective resume construction.
The Next Step: Demystifying Fellowship Applications
Friday, 9/22/2023, 10:30am - 11:30am
A webinar panel on the fellowship application process
Chats with Chad: Master's Students
Thursday, 9/21/2023, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
An informal space to connect with Dean Heap and your fellow graduate students.
Thursday, 9/21/2023, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
A workshop on effective resume construction.
Career Readiness Orientation: Foundations for Career Success
Thursday, 9/14/2023, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Receive career readiness tips that will prepare you for your next dynamic employment opportunity.
Career Readiness Orientation: Foundations for Career Success
Wednesday, 9/13/2023, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Receive career readiness tips that will prepare you for your next dynamic employment opportunity.
Chats with Chad: Doctoral Students
Wednesday, 9/13/2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm
An informal space to connect with Dean Heap and your fellow graduate students.
Career Readiness Orientation: Foundations for Career Success
Thursday, 9/7/2023, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Receive career readiness tips that will prepare you for your next dynamic employment opportunity.
Career Readiness Orientation: Foundations for Career Success
Wednesday, 9/6/2023, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Receive career readiness tips that will prepare you for your next dynamic employment opportunity.
Thursday, 8/31/2023, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Celebrate the beginning of the semester with free ice cream!
Summer 2023 PhD ETD Copyright Workshop
Thursday, 6/29/2023, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for this informative copyright workshop hosted by the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications team.
Wednesday, 5/24/2023, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students.
Writing Effective Resumes and Cover Letters Virtual Workshop
Wednesday, 4/19/2023, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learn how to write resumes and cover letters that effectively show employers that you have the skills and experiences they are looking for.
Tour of the Textile Museum and Pizza Lunch
Thursday, 4/6/2023, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Visit the Textile Museum for the Textile 101 Gallery Exhibition and join us for lunch afterward in the District House!
Graduate Student Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, 4/5/2023, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for ice cream and CCAS swag!
DEI and You: How CCAS is elevating equity, honoring diversity, and leading the way inclusively
Wednesday, 4/5/2023, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join our newly-appointed DEI Director and DEI Manager to learn more about the College's strategies and goals for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Tuesday, 4/4/2023, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Take a study break and join us for some fun minute to win it games! Come meet new people, grab a bite to eat, and win some great prizes!
Tuesday, 4/4/2023, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Schedule an appointment with our career counselor to review your resume and cover letter!
Spring 2023 Ph.D. ETD Workshop II
Monday, 3/20/2023, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students.
2023 Bouchet Honor Society Recognition Ceremony
Tuesday, 3/7/2023, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us in congratulating the six 2023 nominees to GW's chapter of the Edward Alexander Bouchet Graduate Honor Society.
Thursday, 2/23/2023, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for this informative copyright workshop hosted by the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications team.
Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition
Wednesday, 2/22/2023, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Watch our Ph.D. students compete as they explain their dissertation research to a non-specialist audience within three minutes!
Spring 2023 Ph.D. ETD Workshop I
Wednesday, 2/15/2023, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students.
The Non-Academic Job Search for Doctoral Students (Virtual Alumni Panel)
Monday, 1/30/2023, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Hear our doctoral alumni panelists share their experiences and tips on successfully navigating the non-academic job search process.
Thursday, 11/17/2022, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students.
Tuesday, 11/15/2022, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Talk about interviewing strategies or practice answering questions with the CCAS Graduate Student Career Counselors!
Friday, 11/11/2022, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Join students, faculty, alumni, and staff from across graduate departments to talk about all things ethics and beyond!
How to Prepare a Successful Ph.D. Application
Thursday, 11/10/2022, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us for a webinar on preparing a successful Ph.D. application!
Dissertation Copyright Workshop
Wednesday, 10/26/2022, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for this informative copyright workshop hosted by Barrett Matthews and Shira Eller of the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications team.
2023-2024 Boren Fellowships Information Session
Wednesday, 10/26/2022, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for an information session on the 2023-2024 Boren Fellowships application cycle hosted by the Office of Graduate Student Assistantships and Fellowships.
CCAS Graduate Student Resume Madness
Tuesday, 10/18/2022, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Get your resume or cover letter checked by the CCAS Graduate Student Career Counselors!
Things I Wish I Had Known before Entering the Academic Job Market
Thursday, 10/13/2022, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
An engaging discussion with CCAS faculty on their experiences and tips on entering the academic job market.
Fall 2022 Ph.D. ETD Workshop I
Wednesday, 10/12/2022, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn more about the ETD submission process, formatting requirements, and upcoming deadlines for CCAS Ph.D. students.
Applying for Doctoral Fellowships and Grants
Monday, 9/26/2022, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn more about the Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowship!
Thursday, 9/1/2022, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a paint night to welcome incoming CCAS students!
Wednesday, 8/31/2022, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us as we celebrate the beginning of the semester with free ice cream!
Ph.D. Panel and Welcome Reception
Friday, 8/26/2022, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meet fellow incoming CCAS PhD students!
International Student Welcome Event
Wednesday, 8/24/2022, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Calling all international students! Join us in welcoming YOU to GW!
CCAS Ph.D. ETD Copyright Workshop
Wednesday, 6/29/2022, 2:00pm - 7:59pm
Join us for this informative online workshop hosted by Barrett Matthews and Shira Eller of the GW Libraries Scholarly Communications team.
Building Intention Around a Post-Ph.D. Career Outside of Academia
Tuesday, 3/22/2022, 3:00pm - 7:59pm
Post-Ph.D. Career Outside of Academia
Thursday, 3/10/2022, 3:00pm - 6:59pm
Students completing their dissertation in Spring, Summer, or Fall 2022 are strongly encouraged to attend the Electronic Thesis and Dissertation (ETD) workshop
De-Mystifying the Thesis/Dissertation Proposal Workshop
Thursday, 2/10/2022, 3:30pm - 6:59pm
Thesis/Dissertation Proposal Workshop
Overcoming Procrastination: Setting Yourself Up to Make Sustained Writing Progress
Wednesday, 11/17/2021, 3:30pm - 6:59pm
Wednesday, 11/10/2021, 5:30pm - 6:59pm
Please join your friends and peers for in-person trivia, snacks, and fun! Come win tickets to a Wizards Game!!
Communicating Your Work to a Non-Academic Audience
Wednesday, 10/20/2021, 2:00pm - 7:59pm
Discussion on communicating your work to a non-academic audience
Career Services: Creating a Professional Online Presence (Lunch Series)
Tuesday, 10/19/2021, 12:00pm - 7:59pm
Tuesday, 10/5/2021, 5:00pm - 7:59pm
Take a study break and join us for an hour of trivia!!! Come test your Pop culture knowledge and meet new friends virtually! We will also have some great prizes
Applying for Doctoral Fellowships and Grants
Tuesday, 9/28/2021, 1:00pm - 7:59pm
Presentation on how to apply for doctoral fellowships and grants.
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Webinar
Friday, 9/17/2021, 1:00pm - 7:59pm
Webinar for graduate research fellowship program
Thursday, 9/9/2021, 8:00pm - Friday, 9/10/2021, 7:59pm
Trivia night on GW and worldly trivia
Thursday, 9/2/2021, 3:00pm - 7:59pm
CCAS welcome back ice cream social