Graduate Student Wellness Week

The LSU Graduate Student Association is pleased to present the first-ever Graduate Student Wellness Week (GWW), featuring several days of health-oriented activities for you to discover this week!



• Today - Mind Your Thesis
• 11/11 - Mindful Miles with the Dean (morning) + Dance on the Parade Grounds (evening)
• 11/12 - Tigers & Trinkets
• 11/13 - Financial Mindset
• 11/14 - Presence, Purpose & Well-Being

RSVP is required for each event. Learn more about each day's activities here.

Tigers Say Thanks

Help us cook up a Thanksgiving surprise for our donors and others who contribute to our success. Stop by the Rotunda and share your gratitude in writing, during a quick video, or both. Your answers will be used to create a video that will appear on college social channels at Thanksgiving. We’ll have a treat for all who participate to show our gratitude. 

Tuesday, Nov. 11 | Noon-3:30 p.m. | BEC Rotunda

Not sure what to expect? Take a look at our 2023 video.

Insider Insights: From LSU to $1 Billion plus Hedge Fund: thoughts and insights from the founder of Varadero Capital

Join us for an exclusive session with Fernando Guerrero, LSU alumnus and founder of Varadero Capital, as he shares his journey from LSU to Wall Street. With over 35 years in structured credit markets and leadership roles at Merrill Lynch and NIBC Credit Management, Guerrero will offer invaluable insights into investment management and building a successful firm from the ground up. 

Wednesday, Nov. 12 | 1–2:30 p.m. | BEC Auditorium (1510)

RSVP by Nov. 11.

Part of the Department of Finance Speaker Series

Professional Development Drop Ins

Stop by the BEC Dining Room for assistance with your professional development and career search needs. Our expert staff can help with search strategies, networking tips, résumé and cover letter reviews, personal statements, and more—they are eager to help you succeed! 



Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 10 a.m. - Noon | BEC Dining Room

Should I Post That?

Did you know many recruiters use social media to find and vet candidates?

Sixty-seven percent of employers screen job candidates through social networks. Does your profile send the right message?

Tips for keeping your social media recruiter ready:

• Google yourself. What are others seeing when they search your name? You can bet that future employers are going to be searching your name online. 
• Scrub your social media pages. Look over each of your social media pages – is there anything there that you would not want a future employer to see? Photos or posts you’ve been tagged in? Things you have shared? 
• Be mindful of what you share. Ask yourself: What is my goal with posting this? Is this best for a private or public page?

Career Development Luncheon Series, Part 3

Join the Pinkie Gordon Lane Graduate School for another installment of their new Career Development Luncheon Series. Enjoy a free lunch while hearing from Dr. Matthew Calamia of the LSU College of Humanities & Social Sciences (HSS), who will explore how cultivating presence, purpose, and well-being can strengthen your professional growth and resilience as a graduate student.

Friday, Nov. 14 | 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. | Magnolia Room, Student Union Room 301

RSVP Here

Self Care Fair

Feeling overwhelmed? Burnt out? Or just need a cozy moment to yourself? Come take a breather with the LSU Health Center and treat yourself at their Self-Care Fair designed for students! Come by to:

• Decorate your very own emotional support water bottle
• Build a custom self-care toolkit at our fully loaded Self-Care Bar
• Get creative with calming crafts
• Enjoy snacks and chill vibes while you take a well-deserved break

Whether you’re feeling stressed, tired, or just in need of a little joy, this is your space to slow down and take care of you! (While supplies last.)

Wednesday, Nov 12 | 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Library Room 109

Held in partnership with LSU Libraries and UWill.

International Education Week 

Join the LSU Office of Global Engagement in celebrating International Education Week (IEW) 2025 from November 17-21. This week highlights the invaluable impact of international education and exchange, promoting global learning and collaboration. Whether you're a student, faculty member, staffer, or community member, IEW is your chance to foster cross-cultural understanding and engage in global dialogues that prepare us for a more connected world. See full schedule and registration details.