Spring 2026 GRAD Courses

GRAD 6320/8320 – Personal Career Branding

Self-promotion is a crucial skill in today’s job market, but many candidates don’t know how to market themselves effectively. With so many qualified people competing for the same opportunities, learning how to highlight your strengths and address your shortcomings can be a differentiator. This course gives you the tools to build your personal brand and build a strong foundation to kickstart your professional career journey.

GRAD 6302/8302 – Responsible Conduct of Research

Doctoral students are required to enroll in the Responsible Conduct of Research (as 8302), but all graduate students are encouraged to take this course (as 6302). Designed for those who foresee a career in research, this in-person course provides a comprehensive overview of the regulatory, policy, and ethical issues related to research. The course utilizes a curriculum that satisfies the requirements of the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. A variety of guest lecturers provide subject matter expertise and practical insights on different research topics.

• Section 2 — Cathy Moore • CRN 22206/22207
  Face-to-face • Wednesday • 9:00 – 10:40am • Fret 202
• Section 1 — Jill Huerta • CRN 22203/22204
  Face-to-face • Thursday • 10:00–11:40am • Atkins 146
• Section 3 — Elise Demeter • CRN 24545/24579
  Face-to-face • Wednesday • 4:00 – 5:40pm • CHHS 109

GRAD 6360/8360 – The Art of Effective Speaking

Does public speaking make you nervous? In this advanced oral presentation skills class, graduate students learn a systematic approach to more effective and confident speech. Coaching and tips from both the instructor and fellow students will help you become a better communicator in personal, academic, and professional situations.

GRAD 6212/8212 – Academic Writing

Course papers, journal articles, theses, dissertations…graduate students are expected to write a lot. Getting a handle on fundamental writing strategies can make the difference between success or failure at the end of the semester. Students preparing to put pen to paper this spring will benefit from adding Academic Writing to their schedules.

GRAD 6340/8340 – Data Analysis & Visualization

This practical course is designed to equip students with the skills to gather, organize, analyze, and present data effectively using Excel and Tableau. The course covers essential topics such as hypothesis testing, predictive modeling, and advanced data visualization techniques, enabling students to make data-driven decisions and communicate their findings to non-experts. Through hands-on assignments and a final project, students will apply these techniques to real-world scenarios, enhancing their analytical and presentation skills.

GRAD 6201/8201 – Teaching at the University Level

Are you exploring college teaching as a possible career path? This course provides tools for that journey. Learn to create great syllabi and rubrics, foster critical thinking, and develop methods to use teaching philosophies effectively. Other key topics include student demographics, active learning, assessments/grading, the psychological theories relevant to teaching, and the role of technology in the classroom. At the end of the semester, the students become the teachers, and put what they’ve learned into practice before their peers, and receive relevant feedback.

• Section 1 — CRN 27340/27341 • Online asynchronous
• Section 80 — CRN 27348 • Online asynchronous

GRAD 6240/8240 – Research Ethics in the Biomedical and Research Sciences

Ethics issues specific to biomedical and research sciences led by faculty experts.