Professional Development
FROM refining your path TO redefining what's possible.
Your graduate education is more than just earning a degree—it’s a launchpad for your professional future. Whether you're pursuing advancement in your career or exploring entirely new opportunities, professional development is key.
The Graduate School is here to support you at every stage of your journey. We provide access to tools, resources, and training designed to empower you to succeed in today’s competitive workforce. From LinkedIn Learning courses and workshops to networking events and professional mentoring, we’re committed to helping you build the skills and connections you need to thrive. Discover opportunities to sharpen your expertise, expand your network, and achieve your goals. Take the next step toward lifelong success—life-changing, life-saving education starts with you.
Support Team
Laura Austin, MS
- Director of Graduate Student Engagement & Success
Sydny Stegall, MPA
- Professional Development & Career Planning Coordinator
Contact Us
Laura Austin, MS
laaustin@augusta.edu
(706) 729-2097
Sydny Stegall, MPA
systegall@augusta.edu
(706) 729-2468
Expanding your expertise
LinkedIn Learning
Activate your account and unlock the knowledge of over 23,000 on-demand courses designed to help you stay ahead in your field, sharpen your expertise, and boost your career potential! Choose from a variety of custom certificate pathways to showcase your skills and confidently share your achievements with colleagues and potential employers.
Professional Development Resources
Equip yourself with the tools and guidance needed to confidently navigate your career journey. Check out these links to essential resources and professional development opportunities to prepare you for YOUR next step.
Job Preparation Templates
Professional Development Events
Request an Appointment
Headshots
Headshots sessions with a photographer are offered monthly through The Graduate School
- sign up is required and linked below. The IRIS photo booth, located in Greenblatt
Library on the Health Sciences Campus, is also available for your professional headshot
needs—no appointment necessary and free of charge.
Photographer sign up link
Iris photo booth info
Career Guide
Explore every aspect of job preparation—from crafting résumés to professional correspondence—with this comprehensive guide. Whether you're just starting your career journey or refining your professional toolkit, this resource is designed to support you every step of the way.
Interview Preparation
When preparing for a job interview, it's not enough to only read advice - you need to put that advice into practice! This training resource allows you to get hands-on practice with mock interviews customized to your area of interest.
teach with confidence
Future Faculty Learning Community
A year-long crash course in teaching preparation for new and future faculty
The Future Faculty Learning Community, led by Dr. Rhia Moreno, is designed to prepare advanced graduate students and postdoctoral fellows for successful teaching careers by focusing on key areas such as scholarly-informed teaching, course and syllabus design, and innovative assessment strategies. Participants will explore active learning techniques while developing a personalized teaching philosophy. This supportive community fosters teaching preparedness and excellence, equipping future faculty with the skills and confidence needed to thrive in academic roles. Please note that participants must attend all sessions.
Fall Dates:
August 28, 2025
September 18, 2025
October 16, 2025
November 20, 2025
Spring Dates:
January 22, 2026
February 19, 2026
March 19, 2026
April 23, 2026
GradGuide
Session begins October 2025**
GradGuide offers students a unique job-shadowing experience that provides an inside look into
potential future careers. It’s a valuable opportunity to learn directly from experts
and build meaningful connections with mentors right here on campus.
"The GradGuide experience offered opportunities for me to learn from various individuals within leadership roles across the AU campuses. The conversations I shared with each mentor provided insight into future positions that I may be interested in and what is involved in being successful within those roles. I'm thankful for having the opportunity to participate in this unique experience, as it has given me an enlightening look into what I hope to achieve."
-K. Denney, Graduate Student in the Pharmacology PhD program