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    <div class="html-content">Good morning,<div><br></div><div>Feel free to stop by and get a free cup of joe or tea, grab a fruit or snack and relax!</div><div><br></div><div>Sincerely,</div><div>GSPD team</div></div>
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<Summary>Good morning,    Feel free to stop by and get a free cup of joe or tea, grab a fruit or snack and relax!     Sincerely,  GSPD team</Summary>
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<Title>TODAY: What Now?! A Job Search Workshop for Slightly Stressed Grad Students</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><h2><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/careers/events?mode=upcoming" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Wednesday, April 9, 2025</a><span> </span><span>· 6 - 7 PM</span></h2><div><div>Online</div><div><br></div></div><div><div><p>Graduate students face unique challenges when preparing for the job market — balancing research, coursework, and professional development, all while navigating an evolving employment landscape. Recent federal actions and policy changes may also impact job prospects for graduate students across fields, adding another layer of uncertainty to the search process.</p><p>Join us for this interactive virtual workshop designed specifically for graduate students seeking guidance on how to effectively approach their job search. We’ll cover tailored strategies for identifying opportunities, marketing your graduate-level skills, and managing the uncertainties posed by recent federal actions. No matter the career path you decide to take, this workshop will provide concrete steps and resources to help you move forward with confidence.</p><p><strong>Topics will include:</strong><br>✅ Proactive job search and networking strategies for graduate students<br>✅ Translating your academic experience into employer-friendly language<br>✅ Navigating the evolving job market and recent federal actions impacting graduate student careers<br>✅ Managing uncertainty and staying adaptable in your search<br><br></p><p><strong><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/careers/events/141834/1bf45/94c233e138848a730f11f62ac5bdd210/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fapp.joinhandshake.com%2Fedu%2Fevents%2F1735130" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register via Handshake</a>.<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong> Current graduate students and recent graduates from any discipline.</p><p><strong>Sponsored by: </strong>UMBC Career Center, Graduate Student &amp; Postdoctoral Development, PROMISE, and the Office of Graduate Student Life. </p></div></div></div>
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<Summary>Wednesday, April 9, 2025 · 6 - 7 PM   Online        Graduate students face unique challenges when preparing for the job market — balancing research, coursework, and professional development, all...</Summary>
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<Title>Job analysis - Flamingo for Postdocs</Title>
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<Title>RSVP to GSA's Golden Groove Awards</Title>
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<Title>Sign up for a free trip to Wonderfly! Maryland's #1 Rated Event Venue</Title>
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    <p>This is a great opportunity to unwind, have fun, and connect with other grad students. Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up using <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2Tl7sEmObrByqgHITnLj_UywzLRF0_l_57TeDr_EgYWAqyQ/viewform?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">this link</a> soon to secure your spot!</p></div><img src="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/posts/148803/attachments/56497" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"><div><br></div><div><em>This event is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/posts/148738/1bf45/2787c588ee84d252ddff626c1e250aa8/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fgsa%2Fevents%2F141683%2F1bf45%2Fe9fb48a0267de938dbc30f5328af8583%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fecr.umbc.edu%252Fdiscrimination-policy%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">nondiscrimination policy.</a></em></div></div>
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