https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu It's Graduate Student Appreciation Week (4/17/23-4/21/23). Post a message of appreciation or a shout-out to Fresno State graduate students. en-us 2023-04-06 19:51:35 UTC 2023-04-19 14:30:54 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/1629800805/0d0264926df25c619c764b7f808548ff/paw.webp gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557318143 We appreciate the many Fresno State grad students who utilize the GSSC! ]]> 2023-04-17 17:13:55 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557318143 https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557333129 2023-04-17 17:25:08 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557333129 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557359362 ABA Psychology: Maleni is a bright, creative, hard-working, and caring student. She shows these characteristics through all aspects of her graduate education, from the way she approaches coursework and class activities to her work in practicum with individuals with autism spectrum disorder and her scholarship and research activities with older adults experiencing cognitive decline. She demonstrates a great deal of enthusiasm and maturity in all areas. She is an excellent student to be honored in this process (Marianne Jackson - Program Coordinator).

]]> 2023-04-17 17:43:30 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557359362 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557364074 Electrical and Computer Engineering: Faheem obtained his BS in Mechanical engineering with a minor in EE. He is now pursuing his masters in electrical engineering and is expected to graduate this semester. Faheem has been active in biomedical engineering and machine learning research. He recently published an article in IEEE on non-invasive glucose monitoring (Zoulikha Mouffak, Program Coordinator).


]]> 2023-04-17 17:46:35 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557364074 https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557378100 2023-04-17 17:55:49 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557378100 https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557387332 2023-04-17 18:02:17 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557387332 https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557486468 2023-04-17 19:22:42 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557486468 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557506136 Through his consistent positivity and willingness to take initiative, Jose has become a leader amongst his peers. His integrity, kindness, and quiet perseverance has made him a great representative of the MS Athletic Training Program (Scott Sailor, Program Coordinator).]]> 2023-04-17 19:41:54 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557506136 https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557592985 Grad students are rad!]]> 2023-04-17 21:33:43 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2557592985 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558751627 Industrial Technology: Isuru Kaveendra Wickramarachchi is a graduate student in Industrial Technology in JCAST. He is conducting research and development on smart farming technologies with the application of data science focused on enhanced data acquisition for efficient and effective decision-making. Isuru has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Lyles College. Isuru aspires  to lead research and development with a vision of complete automation in the agricultural industry.  (Arun N Nambiar, Program Coordinator)]]> 2023-04-18 14:58:29 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558751627 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558754579 Speech-Language Pathology: Jordan Girman is a positive force within her cohort and the SLP program overall. Her smile and positive outlook are infectious. Jordan’s strong character makes her a leader within the program who inspires others to work hard and treat each other with kindness, all while enjoying the grad school journey (Fran Pomaville, Program Coordinator).]]> 2023-04-18 15:00:02 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558754579 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558756296 Plant Science: Gabrielle’s thesis research is on citrus nursery production and the use of smart lighting techniques and elevated CO2 to speed winter growth.  She presented at the American Society of Horticulture Science meetings and the California Plant & Soil Conference (2nd place poster). Gabby is active in CWA (California Women in Agriculture) and volunteered with the FFA Fruit Tree judging contest (Sharon Benes, Program Coordinator). ]]> 2023-04-18 15:01:14 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558756296 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558758511 Public Health: Sam Perez is a Fresno native who is the first in her family to pursue higher education. Her time as a Community Health Volunteer with the Peace Corps solidified her desire to help others. After years of working in small clinics that served those in need, she decided to pursue her master’s degree close to home, where she could learn more about the dynamic field of public health while also being surrounded by family.  She hopes to work in the international arena in the future (M. Perez, Program Coordinator). ]]> 2023-04-18 15:02:44 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558758511 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558761000  MSN Family Nurse Practitioner: This year, the School of Nursing chooses to recognize Rachel Caro, our Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) graduate student. Rachel will be graduating this Spring 2023. As a graduate student, Rachel demonstrated that it can be done while trying to balance life, work, family, and maintaining a 4.0 GPA thus far (Kammi Sayaseng, Program Coordinator). ]]> 2023-04-18 15:04:24 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2558761000 https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2559088669 We're proud that you represent Fresno State!]]> 2023-04-18 19:08:07 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2559088669 https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2559095459 Seeing you succeed is the reason we enjoy what we do!]]> 2023-04-18 19:14:37 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2559095459 https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2559100484 2023-04-18 19:18:59 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2559100484 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560264072 Mathematics: Isaiah is in his second semester at Fresno State, and MS program. In that short time, he has clearly made an impact, as he was chosen for this award by nomination from his peers. Isaiah is congenial and he always volunteers his time to help others and make others feel welcome. Isaiah is also a TA in our program and he has already started working on a thesis on Knot Theory under the supervision of Dr. Carmen Caprau (Oscar Vega, Program Coordinator). ]]> 2023-04-19 14:19:47 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560264072 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560267098 Kinesiology: Ryan Palm is a deserving DGS Graduate Student Honoree due to his academic achievements, community engagement, and professionalism. He maintains a high GPA, interns at Sunnyside High School in the Athletics Department, and serves as the Graduate Assistant for Club Sports at Fresno State (Wade Gilbert, Program Coordinator).


]]> 2023-04-19 14:21:50 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560267098 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560269078 2023-04-19 14:23:11 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560269078 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560272486 Counseling (SACC): Throughout his time in the program and in his current role as President of our SACC Graduate Student Association, George has worked actively to foster a learning community that supports the growth and development of his peers in the program (Dr. Soua Xiong, Program Coordinator). ]]> 2023-04-19 14:25:35 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560272486 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560274328 There is no other way to describe Fresno State grad students! ]]> 2023-04-19 14:26:55 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560274328 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560276611 Civil Engineering: Patrick Reilly is a transportation-focused Civil Engineering Master's student (Graduating Spring 2023). His projects include EV market expansion, telecommuting travel behavior, and analyzing travel patterns using big data. Despite juggling family and a prior career, Patrick's most outstanding achievement is persistence in pursuing his passion and proving it's never too late to make a meaningful impact (Xiaojun Li, Program Coordinator).]]> 2023-04-19 14:28:34 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560276611 gradstudentsuccesscenter https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560279963 Creative Writing: Rosie Bates’s writing will take you to the top of El Capitan while also exploring the depths of body image, gender, and disordered eating. She has served as the Managing Editor for the Normal School, taught composition and creative nonfiction, and has worked in the GSSC. Rosie has organized readings for her peers, brought writers into classrooms and read her own work at Lit Hop and the Rogue Festival. When she's not writing or positively impacting our students, she teaches kids to rock climb (Brynn Saito, Program Coordinator).]]> 2023-04-19 14:30:54 UTC https://padlet.com/gradstudentsuccesscenter/bh2jd6q75dr9razu/wish/2560279963