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What is Professional Enhancement?

The Office of Graduate Student Professional Enhancement (GSPE) fosters scholarly and professional growth, pedagogical and career success, and holistic wellbeing. As a centralized resource, we offer a variety of in-person and online programs and services, enriched by a broad spectrum of campus partnerships.  We also provide a supportive and collaborative environment, complementing departmental academic pursuits, where graduate students can engage in networking, discover transdisciplinary collaborations, and explore diverse career paths.

Explore areas of development, calendar/event dates, and our team below

Are you a new incoming graduate student?

New Graduate Student Orientation, Fall 2026

Areas of Development

Career Fulfilling Profession

Research & Writing Impactful Research

Teaching Transformative Teaching

Wellness Holistic Wellness

Writing Camp

The Office of Graduate Student Professional Enhancement (GSPE) hosts two Writing Camps a year to help support students working on their theses and dissertations.

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Meet the Professional Enhancement Team

How Can We Help?

Chad Gilpin serves graduate and professional students by implementing and managing professional development programs and resources to support them in their academic journeys. He is committed to helping students diversify their graduate experiences to better prepare them to achieve their goals. Chad would love to help you find the professional development resources and opportunities that are right for you.
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Chad Gilpin
Program Manager / TA Credentials Database Coordinator
Categories
Office of Graduate Student Professional Enhancement
Location
203G Ezra Gillis Building
Phone
859-257-4137
Email
chadwick.gilpin@uky.edu