In Spring 2024 we created a new series of webinars to build the pipeline in the Future GRADS MentorSHPE program. The webinars were marketed specifically to those considering a path in graduate school targeting first and second year undergraduate members as well as professional members who might be considering an advanced degree.

The first event on February 6, 2024 “Be a Star!” How to Create a Competitive Grad School Application” was a collaboration with ETS (Educational Testing Service). The event content featured a panel of graduate school application reviewers to share information about what they look for when they review applications.

The second event on March 5, 2024, “Finding Advisor Resources with Coltie”. Coltie is an app created by faculty to help create connections and resources sharing for anyone searching for an advisor and potential funding opportunities.

The final event on April 24, 2024, “Funding Your Masters Degree” featured a panel of SHPE members sharing their experiences searching for graduate school funding opportunities. Sharing their lessons learned and answering questions from the audience they explored a variety of funding opportunities for veterans, professionals returning to school and undergraduates who plan to go directly to a graduate program.