Course List

GRD 501: English Conversation & Pronunciation
Tuesdays, starting September 9, 2025.
GRD 502: Effective Conversation
Tuesdays, 5-6:20 p.m., starting February 3, 2026
GRD 503: Discussion and Active Listening Skills
Thursdays, starting September 11, 2025.
GRD 505: Academic Public Speaking
Thursdays, 5-6:20 p.m., starting February 5, 2026
GRD 510: Science Writing Retreat
A January writing "boot camp" for students in graduate science programs.
GRD 520: Academic Writing
One-week short course to help strengthen academic and science writing.
GRD 560: Teach From Scratch
A course to support grad students passionate about teaching and interested in learning more about pedagogy.