APA Citation Essentials: Formatting and Best Practice
Tuesday, January 22, 2026 / 3:00PM-4:00PM
Hosted by Molly Robinson
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Properly citing sources is fundamental to your research. If you haven’t worked on academic writing before, or if you would just like a refresher, this workshop is for you! We will discuss when and how to cite using the American Psychological Society (APA) style, which is used across many disciplines. We will also cover citation management and other resources for creating and citing your bibliography.

Apps for Surviving Grad School
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 / 12:00PM-1:00PM
Hosted by Jordan Scott
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Grad school demands more than hard work—it requires systems. This session is a fast-paced tour of apps designed to support the many moving parts of graduate life. In this survey, we’ll give an overview of tools for planning and organization; reading and annotation; research and citation; writing and revision; focus and accountability; backup and file management; and even aspects of life outside coursework, such as finances and mental health. Come for the app recommendations; leave with a practical toolkit for surviving grad school.

Developing Confidence in Your Writing And Outlining Process
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 / 11:00AM-12:00PM
Hosted by Tia Hines and the UConn Graduate School
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Almost all graduate students experience feelings of anxiety and frustration when it comes to writing. How can you distinguish your words and ideas from previously published scholars? How can you develop confidence in your own insights and perspectives, and express those ideas in writing? Writing consultant and English PhD candidate Tia Hines will lead this workshop on overcoming writing anxiety and developing confidence in your writing and outlining processes. This workshop, hosted by the Graduate Writing & Presenting Lab, is a joint session with UConn Graduate School.

We’re currently updating our calendar for the Spring 2025 semester and have many programs to add to this page. Keep an eye on this page for forthcoming updates about our forthcoming workshops at the Graduate Writing and Presenting Lab.