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		<description>Master Grad School, is a podcast that gives you an inside look at what to expect when pursuing a master’s degree at Sul Ross State University. The College of Graduate Studies would like to start the conversation by hopefully providing tips and resources to those who are currently on their journey or thinking of pursuing their master’s degree. This is a podcast brought to you with the assistance of the Department of University Communications, College of Graduate Studies, and PPOHA Grants: Advancing Graduate Programs en La Frontera and Accelerating Access and Opportunity in West Texas at Sul Ross State University. 

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	<description><![CDATA[In this episode of Mastering Grad School: Unwinding the Graduate Mind, we sit down with Associate Registrar, Rebecca Percoco to guide us through the graduation application process at Sul Ross State University and International. Rebecca breaks down each step you need to take to ensure your application is submitted correctly and on time. &#8230; <a href="https://lobocast.sulross.edu/podcast/mastering-grad-school-ep-03/" class="more-link"><span class="readmore">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text">Mastering Grad School Episode 03</span></span></a>]]></description>
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	<description><![CDATA[In this episode of Mastering Grad School, we sit down with Amanda Barrera, a current graduate student and staff member at Sul Ross State University. Amanda shares her journey to SRSU and her experience in her Geology graduate program. The conversation dives into the resources available to graduate students, including PPOHA Fellowship grants and scholarships. &#8230; <a href="https://lobocast.sulross.edu/podcast/mastering-grad-school-ep-02/" class="more-link"><span class="readmore">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text">Mastering Grad School Episode 02</span></span></a>]]></description>
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	<description><![CDATA[In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the world of academic support at Sul Ross State University. Join hosts Dafne Westerlink and Rachel Carvajal from the College of Graduate Studies as they highlight Tutor.com and what it has to offer, discussing the invaluable tutoring services that can help you navigate the challenges of your graduate studies, from complex research projects to advanced coursework. &#8230; <a href="https://lobocast.sulross.edu/podcast/mastering-grad-school-ep-01/" class="more-link"><span class="readmore">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text">Mastering Grad School Episode 01</span></span></a>]]></description>
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