Publication Date
9-2025
Semester
Fall
Abstract
This September blog post, Dr. Deborah Tollefsen, Vice Provost & Dean of the Graduate School, explores the value of Graduate Assistantships (GAs), which offer stipends, tuition support, and professional development. Given their competitive nature and limited availability, Dr. Tollefsen provides actionable advice on how students can strengthen their applications emphasizing relevant experience, strong recommendations, and program fit.
In addition, the post highlights a range of upcoming events and resources for graduate students at the University of Memphis, including webinars, social gatherings, study sessions, and information meetings all designed to support students academically, professionally, and socially throughout their graduate journey.
Keywords
graduate school
Recommended Citation
and Haynes, Cynthia, "Graduate School Blog - September 2025" (2025). UofM Grad School Blog. 18.
https://digitalcommons.memphis.edu/graduate-school-blog/18