The CGS Occasional Paper Series includes case studies highlighting the achievements, best practices, and lessons learned of CGS awardees and grant recipients in ensuring success in graduate education.

While these occasional papers foreground the achievements of particular universities, we publish these case study narratives and strategies to inspire and inform other universities. A particular emphasis of this series is to highlight member achievements in fostering an inclusive graduate community and diversifying graduate education.

Extending the Pipeline: Model Programs for Enhancing Diversity and Inclusiveness in Graduate School at the University of Memphis

University of Memphis, 2010

Extending the Pipeline analyzes the presence of underrepresented populations at University of Memphis and sought to create a model program to successfully recruit a diverse graduate student population and make recommendations for enhancing diversity in the future. Learn more.

A Data-Driven Approach to Improving Doctoral Completion

University of Georgia, 2009

This paper discusses the University of Georgia’s development of a conceptual model for approaching doctoral completion, the roles of a university’s administration in providing leadership and support, and strategies that graduate school administration and doctoral program faculty members can utilize in the areas of recruiting, admissions, advising, and providing a supportive environment for doctoral students. Learn more.

The University as Mentor: Lessons Learned from UMBC Inclusiveness Initiatives

University of Maryland-Baltimore, 2007

The University as Mentor outlines the key actions that the University of Maryland Baltimore County has taken to achieve an inclusive graduate community and presents ten “lessons learned” and practical advice intended to be accessible and applicable to other universities. Learn more.