What Is the Graduate Student Network (GSN)?
The COABE Graduate Student Network (GSN) is a national initiative designed to support master’s students, doctoral scholars, and recent graduates pursuing advanced academic and research careers. Whether you're exploring a PhD or already immersed in doctoral graduate study, GSN offers mentorship, resources, and a vibrant scholarly community to help you thrive.
Who Can Join?
GSN welcomes a diverse range of participants:
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Master’s Students exploring doctoral programs or academic careers Seeking research experience and mentorship
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Doctoral Scholars looking for collaboration, networking, and leadership opportunities. Help with research ideas and disseminating scholarship to practitioners and researchers.Applying to academic and/or research jobs.
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PhD Graduates interested in mentoring emerging scholars Looking for collaboration, networking, and leadership opportunities
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Recent Graduates & Emerging Researchers building a scholarly profile Preparing for publishing, presenting, or applying to PhD programs
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Graduate students receive 50% off COABE conference registration. Please note, graduate students must be a current university attendee and are required to upload transcripts at the time of registration.
Why Join GSN?
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Mentorship & Speed Learning Connections get matched with mentors who share your academic interests and goals
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Research Readiness participate in workshops on research design, writing, and publishing
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Academic Career Preparation learn about teaching, service, and research pathways in higher education
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Scholarly Community connect with peers, faculty, and advisors through forums, events, and collaborative projects
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Exclusive Resources access job boards, graduate program directories, scholarly publications, and more
Ready to take the next step in your academic journey?
Exciting Opportunities for Graduate Students Attending COABE 2026!
We have a special proposal submission process for graduate students. We are organizing a roundtable session for graduate students and would love for you to submit a proposal on any aspect of your research interests related to adult literacy (such as a literature review, a proposed study, a study in progress, a completed study).
The deadline for submission was 9/30/25.