GRS - Graduate School
Graduate School: GRS
Lower-Division Courses
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Graduate Courses
GRS X82. Inside View of the Federal Policymaking Process.
On-the-ground and behind-the-scenes study of the federal policymaking process and the institutions and people that comprise the federal government. Sampling of literature on federal government dynamic and face-to-face interaction with individuals from the major institutions that participate in federal governance. Discussion and analysis of information gathered from meetings with officials from Congress, the White House, executive branch agencies, lobbying firms, nongovernmental organizations, think tanks, interest groups, and the media.
GRS X85. Archer Center Independent Study and Research.
Tailored to individual students' graduate programs of study. An Archer Center faculty member will work independently with each student to develop a research project that is designed to advance the student's academic and research goals. The project will align with the requirements of the student's graduate degree.
GRS X92. Archer Center Washington Internship.
Internship with a federal government-related agency or organization in Washington, DC, facilitated through the Archer Center's program in public policy. Students select their internships and are supervised by a UT Austin faculty member.
GRS X93. Topics in Graduate Education.
GRS X94. Designing Your Future.
Introduction to design thinking as a framework for exploring and shaping professional futures. Discuss self-reflection, career prototyping, and strategic decision-making. Engage in exercises such as information interviews, self-assessments, and iterative planning to identify meaningful career directions. Explore various pathways across academic, industry, business, nonprofit, and creative sectors.
GRS X96. Reimagining Career Possibilities for Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences.
Explore the multitude of career options available to advanced degrees in humanities, arts, and social sciences. Includes career self-assessment, informational interviewing, and career preparation.
GRS X97. Teaching Assistant Fundamentals.
Skills, behavior, and strategies for effective college teaching.