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Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Having an accurate self-concept is one of the most important factors for a successful researcher, as well as a successful student. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to give ourselves credit for the skills we possess and the talents we have spent years accumulating. In this session we will cover the importance of an accurate and balanced self-concept and the different types of social and academic capital we bring with us to the research setting (from Yusso and Tinto's work on student capital and persistence). Attendees will identify the types of capital and expertise they bring with them to their research experiences to construct a balanced self-concept. They will also discuss combating negative self-talk.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Earning a scholarship can ease financial burdens and truly make a difference in a student’s college experience. However, many students struggle to navigate the scholarship landscape and find opportunities that are a good fit for them and their goals. During this presentation we will demystify scholarship applications discussing how to navigate the TXST scholarship system, general guidelines for preparing a strong application, and the campus resources to support the process. Students will leave with concrete actions they can take right away to become a strong applicant.  

Earning a scholarship can ease financial burdens and truly make a difference in a student’s college experience. However, many students struggle to navigate the scholarship landscape and find opportunities that are a good fit for them and their goals. During this presentation we will demystify scholarship applications discussing how to navigate the TXST scholarship system, general guidelines for preparing a strong application, and the campus resources to support the process. Students will leave with concrete actions they can take right away to become a strong applicant.  

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Every researcher relies on quality citations and resources to construct their arguments. However, what happens to your argument if the quality of your citations and resources are called into question? In this workshop attendees will learn the difference between primary and secondary resources, and how to differentiate between good and bad resources. Attendees will also learn about high quality references outside of just peer-reviewed articles.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Brain-based learning is a strategy that is founded on students obtaining a basic understanding of how the brain is naturally designed to learn. The physical functions of the brain—i.e., how neurons connect to create neural networks, neuroplasticity, and information processing—are illuminated so that students can be empowered to create their own learning and study strategies. Students can also use brain-based learning strategies to stave off burnout, increase concentration, adapt study strategies to the level of learning needed for different academic tasks. Attendees will obtain a foundational understanding of brain-based learning.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program awarding students of limited financial means up to $5,000 to study or intern abroad. Undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens, Federal Pell Grant recipients/candidates, and studying at a two or four-year institution are eligible to apply.

Candidates participating in a STEM course or internship may apply for a STEM supplemental award of up to $1000.Candidates who will be studying a critical need language (Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and others) while abroad in a country or location in which the language is predominantly spoken, may apply for a supplemental award of up to $3,000.

This scholarship holds an incredible opportunity to explore the world through Education Abroad programs. Receiving this prestigious scholarship will not only help you achieve your educational goals, but also enhance your resume, making you a more competitive candidate for jobs, other scholarships, and admission to graduate programs.

This presentation will provide an overview of the Gilman Scholarship's eligibility requirements, benefits, application process, and timeline as well as available campus resources. With experience as a Gilman Scholarship advisor and application reviewer, the presenter will provide guidance on preparing a competitive application. 

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Having an accurate self-concept is one of the most important factors for a successful researcher, as well as a successful student. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to give ourselves credit for the skills we possess and the talents we have spent years accumulating. In this session we will cover the importance of an accurate and balanced self-concept and the different types of social and academic capital we bring with us to the research setting (from Yusso and Tinto's work on student capital and persistence). Attendees will identify the types of capital and expertise they bring with them to their research experiences to construct a balanced self-concept. They will also discuss combating negative self-talk.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program awarding students of limited financial means up to $5,000 to study or intern abroad. Undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens, Federal Pell Grant recipients/candidates, and studying at a two or four-year institution are eligible to apply. 

If you already attended an info session, join this writing workshop to start your application. The Gilman Scholarship application requires four essays highlighting applicants’ professional and academic goals and experiences and how they relate to the study abroad program or destination. During this workshop, participants will learn more about the Gilman Scholarship selection criteria and how to write essays that stand out to reviewers. The workshop will include group discussion, brainstorming, and writing. The workshop facilitator has experience advising Gilman applicants and serving on application review committees. During the workshop, participants will also have the opportunity to get writing feedback from the facilitator and other participants.  

Learn about the IDEA Center's program and courses and how to get involved in undergraduate research.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Whether applying to graduate school or a job, letters of recommendation are a vital part of the application process. This session will cover how to request letters of recommendation, who to request them from, and research data on what matters most to include in letters of recommendation. Attendees will also discuss the best ways to help letter of recommendation writers portray the best version of themselves for the specific job or school that they are applying to.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

This ethics workshop will cover a variety of topics related to ethical research and artistic innovation across disciplines such as conflicts of interest, avoiding plagiarism, human and animal subjects, safe laboratory practices, peer review, data acquisition, research misconduct, and responsible authorship and publication.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program awarding students of limited financial means up to $5,000 to study or intern abroad. Undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens, Federal Pell Grant recipients/candidates, and studying at a two or four-year institution are eligible to apply.

Candidates participating in a STEM course or internship may apply for a STEM supplemental award of up to $1000.Candidates who will be studying a critical need language (Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and others) while abroad in a country or location in which the language is predominantly spoken, may apply for a supplemental award of up to $3,000.

This scholarship holds an incredible opportunity to explore the world through Education Abroad programs. Receiving this prestigious scholarship will not only help you achieve your educational goals, but also enhance your resume, making you a more competitive candidate for jobs, other scholarships, and admission to graduate programs.

This presentation will provide an overview of the Gilman Scholarship's eligibility requirements, benefits, application process, and timeline as well as available campus resources. With experience as a Gilman Scholarship advisor and application reviewer, the presenter will provide guidance on preparing a competitive application. 

The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program awarding students of limited financial means up to $5,000 to study or intern abroad. Undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens, Federal Pell Grant recipients/candidates, and studying at a two or four-year institution are eligible to apply. 

If you already attended an info session, join this writing workshop to start your application. The Gilman Scholarship application requires four essays highlighting applicants’ professional and academic goals and experiences and how they relate to the study abroad program or destination. During this workshop, participants will learn more about the Gilman Scholarship selection criteria and how to write essays that stand out to reviewers. The workshop will include group discussion, brainstorming, and writing. The workshop facilitator has experience advising Gilman applicants and serving on application review committees. During the workshop, participants will also have the opportunity to get writing feedback from the facilitator and other participants.  

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

This ethics workshop will cover a variety of topics related to ethical research and artistic innovation across disciplines such as conflicts of interest, avoiding plagiarism, human and animal subjects, safe laboratory practices, peer review, data acquisition, research misconduct, and responsible authorship and publication.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

This session will cover qualitative research methods. Learn about seven types of data collection and six types of analysis that can be utilized when trying to create a qualitative study.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program awarding students of limited financial means up to $5,000 to study or intern abroad. Undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens, Federal Pell Grant recipients/candidates, and studying at a two or four-year institution are eligible to apply.

Candidates participating in a STEM course or internship may apply for a STEM supplemental award of up to $1000.Candidates who will be studying a critical need language (Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and others) while abroad in a country or location in which the language is predominantly spoken, may apply for a supplemental award of up to $3,000.

This scholarship holds an incredible opportunity to explore the world through Education Abroad programs. Receiving this prestigious scholarship will not only help you achieve your educational goals, but also enhance your resume, making you a more competitive candidate for jobs, other scholarships, and admission to graduate programs.

This presentation will provide an overview of the Gilman Scholarship's eligibility requirements, benefits, application process, and timeline as well as available campus resources. With experience as a Gilman Scholarship advisor and application reviewer, the presenter will provide guidance on preparing a competitive application. 

The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program awarding students of limited financial means up to $5,000 to study or intern abroad. Undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens, Federal Pell Grant recipients/candidates, and studying at a two or four-year institution are eligible to apply. 

If you already attended an info session, join this writing workshop to start your application. The Gilman Scholarship application requires four essays highlighting applicants’ professional and academic goals and experiences and how they relate to the study abroad program or destination. During this workshop, participants will learn more about the Gilman Scholarship selection criteria and how to write essays that stand out to reviewers. The workshop will include group discussion, brainstorming, and writing. The workshop facilitator has experience advising Gilman applicants and serving on application review committees. During the workshop, participants will also have the opportunity to get writing feedback from the facilitator and other participants.  

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

This session will cover quantitative research methods. Learn about different types of data collection and analysis.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

This session will cover qualitative research methods. Learn about seven types of data collection and six types of analysis that can be utilized when trying to create a qualitative study.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program awarding students of limited financial means up to $5,000 to study or intern abroad. Undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens, Federal Pell Grant recipients/candidates, and studying at a two or four-year institution are eligible to apply. 

If you already attended an info session, join this writing workshop to start your application. The Gilman Scholarship application requires four essays highlighting applicants’ professional and academic goals and experiences and how they relate to the study abroad program or destination. During this workshop, participants will learn more about the Gilman Scholarship selection criteria and how to write essays that stand out to reviewers. The workshop will include group discussion, brainstorming, and writing. The workshop facilitator has experience advising Gilman applicants and serving on application review committees. During the workshop, participants will also have the opportunity to get writing feedback from the facilitator and other participants.  

The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program awarding students of limited financial means up to $5,000 to study or intern abroad. Undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens, Federal Pell Grant recipients/candidates, and studying at a two or four-year institution are eligible to apply.

Candidates participating in a STEM course or internship may apply for a STEM supplemental award of up to $1000.Candidates who will be studying a critical need language (Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and others) while abroad in a country or location in which the language is predominantly spoken, may apply for a supplemental award of up to $3,000.

This scholarship holds an incredible opportunity to explore the world through Education Abroad programs. Receiving this prestigious scholarship will not only help you achieve your educational goals, but also enhance your resume, making you a more competitive candidate for jobs, other scholarships, and admission to graduate programs.

This presentation will provide an overview of the Gilman Scholarship's eligibility requirements, benefits, application process, and timeline as well as available campus resources. With experience as a Gilman Scholarship advisor and application reviewer, the presenter will provide guidance on preparing a competitive application. 

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Mentorship can be vital for any student, but particularly for those who are engaging in research. In this session, attendees will discuss some of the fears or apprehensions they may have about approaching faculty members—especially those they have no previous engagement with—to be research mentors. Attendees will also practice using available resources to find faculty members to partner with and create example emails to enhance their communication skills when reaching out to faculty.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Learn about the IDEA Center's program and courses and how to get involved in undergraduate research.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

This ethics workshop will cover a variety of topics related to ethical research and artistic innovation across disciplines such as conflicts of interest, avoiding plagiarism, human and animal subjects, safe laboratory practices, peer review, data acquisition, research misconduct, and responsible authorship and publication.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Ever had a professor say "this paper is really good. You should submit it somewhere," and have absolutely no clue what that means? In this workshop we will discuss how to find an appropriate journal for your discipline and type of submission, what the journal submission process looks like, where to get assistance on campus with publishing, and what to expect once you have finally made a submission.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

This session will cover quantitative research methods. Learn about different types of data collection and analysis.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Brain-based learning is a strategy that is founded on students obtaining a basic understanding of how the brain is naturally designed to learn. The physical functions of the brain—i.e., how neurons connect to create neural networks, neuroplasticity, and information processing—are illuminated so that students can be empowered to create their own learning and study strategies. Students can also use brain-based learning strategies to stave off burnout, increase concentration, adapt study strategies to the level of learning needed for different academic tasks. Attendees will obtain a foundational understanding of brain-based learning.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

There are many opportunities to gain paid research experience in STEM, environmental science, and social science fields. Programs such as NSF REU, NIST SURF, and NOAA Sea Grant provide hands-on experience and education to prepare you for a career in research. Attend this presentation to learn more about the application process, eligibility requirements, and benefits of these programs.  

Explore research internships on the IDEA Center website.  

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

This session will cover quantitative research methods. Learn about different types of data collection and analysis.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

One of the best ways to learn how to conduct research is by reading about the research other people have conducted. However, navigating research articles can be frustrating. In this session we will discuss the different parts of research articles, their purposes, and how to engage with them. Additionally, attendees will learn how to utilize two systematized reading strategies—SQ3R and PILLAR—to assist with annotation, comprehension, and reflection.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

There are many opportunities to gain paid research experience in STEM, environmental science, and social science fields. Programs such as NSF REU, NIST SURF, and NOAA Sea Grant provide hands-on experience and education to prepare you for a career in research. Attend this presentation to learn more about the application process, eligibility requirements, and benefits of these programs.  

Explore research internships on the IDEA Center website.  

There are many opportunities to gain paid research experience in STEM, environmental science, and social science fields. Programs such as NSF REU, NIST SURF, and NOAA Sea Grant provide hands-on experience and education to prepare you for a career in research. Attend this presentation to learn more about the application process, eligibility requirements, and benefits of these programs.  

Explore research internships on the IDEA Center website.  

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

This session will cover qualitative research methods. Learn about seven types of data collection and six types of analysis that can be utilized when trying to create a qualitative study.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

There are many opportunities to gain paid research experience in STEM, environmental science, and social science fields. Programs such as NSF REU, NIST SURF, and NOAA Sea Grant provide hands-on experience and education to prepare you for a career in research. Attend this presentation to learn more about the application process, eligibility requirements, and benefits of these programs.  

Explore research internships on the IDEA Center website.  

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Networking is a term that is casually thrown out in conversations with faculty and peers, but rarely ever explained. In this workshop we will discuss what exactly networking is, what it entails, and how it can affect your career. Additionally, attendees will have a chance to share their potential roadblocks around networking about networking and learn best practices for overcoming the struggle to reach out.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

There are many opportunities to gain paid research experience in STEM, environmental science, and social science fields. Programs such as NSF REU, NIST SURF, and NOAA Sea Grant provide hands-on experience and education to prepare you for a career in research. Attend this presentation to learn more about the application process, eligibility requirements, and benefits of these programs.  

Explore research internships on the IDEA Center website.  

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Networking is a term that is casually thrown out in conversations with faculty and peers, but rarely ever explained. In this workshop we will discuss what exactly networking is, what it entails, and how it can affect your career. Additionally, attendees will have a chance to share their potential roadblocks around networking about networking and learn best practices for overcoming the struggle to reach out.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Networking is a term that is casually thrown out in conversations with faculty and peers, but rarely ever explained. In this workshop we will discuss what exactly networking is, what it entails, and how it can affect your career. Additionally, attendees will have a chance to share their potential roadblocks around networking about networking and learn best practices for overcoming the struggle to reach out.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

One of the best ways to learn how to conduct research is by reading about the research other people have conducted. However, navigating research articles can be frustrating. In this session we will discuss the different parts of research articles, their purposes, and how to engage with them. Additionally, attendees will learn how to utilize two systematized reading strategies—SQ3R and PILLAR—to assist with annotation, comprehension, and reflection.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

One of our tasks as researchers is to put high quality and well defended research out into the world, but unfortunately not everyone feels the same. There is a variety of arguments passed off as academic or scientific information that simply fail to rise to the level of rigor necessary for scientific discoveries. In this workshop attendees will learn how to distinguish pseudoscience from real science, see classic examples of pseudoscience, and learn about logical fallacies.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Every researcher relies on quality citations and resources to construct their arguments. However, what happens to your argument if the quality of your citations and resources are called into question? In this workshop attendees will learn the difference between primary and secondary resources, and how to differentiate between good and bad resources. Attendees will also learn about high quality references outside of just peer-reviewed articles.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Having an accurate self-concept is one of the most important factors for a successful researcher, as well as a successful student. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to give ourselves credit for the skills we possess and the talents we have spent years accumulating. In this session we will cover the importance of an accurate and balanced self-concept and the different types of social and academic capital we bring with us to the research setting (from Yusso and Tinto's work on student capital and persistence). Attendees will identify the types of capital and expertise they bring with them to their research experiences to construct a balanced self-concept. They will also discuss combating negative self-talk.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.

Open to all students. Counts toward the Research Pathway in US 1100.*

Ever had a professor say "this paper is really good. You should submit it somewhere," and have absolutely no clue what that means? In this workshop we will discuss how to find an appropriate journal for your discipline and type of submission, what the journal submission process looks like, where to get assistance on campus with publishing, and what to expect once you have finally made a submission.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact our office 72 hours in advance. 512-245-1515 or ideacenter@txstate.edu.