Spring 2025 Workshops
Funding Your Graduate Education: Database Search
OGFA staff will facilitate small group meetings to assist graduate students with navigating award databases to identify fellowships and awards that are a good "fit" to support their graduate education.
- January 29 | 2 PM | Register here
- February 18 | 2 PM | Register here
- March 20 | 10 AM | Register here
- April 9 | 10 AM | Register here
OGFA/ONF Fulbright U.S. Student Program Workshop Series
The Fulbright U.S. Student Award provides opportunities for graduate students to conduct independent research, enroll in graduate coursework, or teach English in more than 140 countries around the world. Fulbright is an extremely flexible program that is open to students in any discipline and any degree program. Join us at one of these sessions to learn how Fulbright can fit your goals!
- General Info Session | February 12 | 1 PM | Register here
- General Info Session | March 6 | 10 AM | Register here
- Selecting an Award and Country | March 25 | 11 AM | Register here
- Study/Research Award Panel Discussion | April 1 | TBD |
- ETA Program Panel Discussion | April 3 | TBD |
Fellowship and Grant Writing in STEM
February 6 | 12 PM | Register here
Facilitated by Dr. Cynthia Norris, research development coordinator with the Office of Research Development, this workshop will focus on breaking down STEM fellowship and grant application guidelines to identify what is required in a competitive application. We’ll focus on how to strategize and plan an application, provide tips for writing high-impact proposals, and make time for Q&A.
Fellowship and Grant Writing in the Humanities and Social Sciences
February 19 | 2 PM | Register here
Join OGFA and faculty from the departments of History and Sociology as we discuss fellowship and grant writing in the humanities and social sciences. We’ll focus on how to explain your methods, contributions, and the significance of the work you do, and we’ll make plenty of time for Q&A!
Education-Related Fellowships and Awards Info Session
March 4 | 11 AM | Register here
Join us for an information session covering the NAEd/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship, the AERA NSF Dissertation Grant, the AERA Minority Dissertation Grant, and other Education-related fellowships and grants. We’ll discuss the application processes, review criteria, and provide tips on how to prepare competitive applications for these awards.
Communicating Significance and Impact in Fellowship Applications (with the CIES)
March 26 | 12 PM | Register here
Fellowship applications require clear, concise, and compelling statements about the impact and significance of the work you do, but crafting such statements can be a challenge. Join OGFA and the Center for Intensive English Studies as we consider tone, style, and how to use language appropriate for the expected review audience. Though aimed at English Language Learners, everyone is welcome at this workshop!
Getting Started with the Fellowship Application Process
April 8 | 2 PM | Register here
Applying for a fellowship or grant can seem overwhelming. Where do you even start? How do you organize all the moving pieces? Who should you ask for assistance? In this workshop, we’ll demystify the application process and help you organize your approach to submitting strong funding proposals.
National Science Foundation Graduate Student Fellowship Info Session
April 10 | 11 AM | Register here
The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) provides three years of funding over a five-year period for master’s or doctoral students pursuing degrees in STEM fields, social/behavioral sciences, and STEM education. Graduate students must apply before completing two years of graduate study. Join us to learn about this great opportunity!