On March 26, 2025, the Graduate School successfully hosted another insightful Graduate Café seminar on the topic of “Stress Management”, presented by Farrukh Djalilov (Special needs and Disability Support Coordinator). The session attracted graduate students and faculty members eager to explore effective strategies for handling stress in academic and professional life.

Key Takeaways from the Seminar:

• Understanding the sources of stress and its impact on well-being
• Practical techniques for managing stress effectively
• Mindfulness, time management, and work-life balance strategies
• Engaging Q&A session with valuable insights from the speaker

The interactive discussion provided attendees with tools and techniques to navigate stressful situations, ensuring better productivity and mental well-being.

The Graduate Café series continues to serve as a platform for knowledge-sharing and meaningful discussions on topics that matter to our academic and research community.

On March 5, 2025, Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT) hosted another insightful session of the Graduate Café Series, featuring Dr. Michael Clarke, First Deputy Rector (Academic), who shared valuable strategies on enhancing productivity in research.

During the session, Dr. Clarke provided practical guidance on how to overcome procrastination, improve workflow through mind mapping, and develop effective research habits. He also introduced his book, which delves deeper into these techniques, offering researchers a structured approach to maximizing their efficiency.

The session sparked engaging discussions, equipping participants with actionable methods to stay focused and organized in their academic journey.

On March 12, 2025, Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT) hosted an online webinar titled "Search for Scientific Information in Full-Text Electronic Resources available at WIUT LRC."

The session aimed to enhance participants’ research skills by introducing effective strategies for navigating and utilizing full-text electronic resources. During the seminar, participants received detailed guidance on how to use the EBSCOhost Research Platform to access academic content more efficiently.

Organized by the Learning Resource Centre, the webinar was open to all and offered a certificate of participation to registered attendees who completed the training.

The Learning Resource Center (LRC), in collaboration with the Graduate School, recently conducted a training workshop aimed at enhancing the research and academic skills of PhD students and staff.

The workshop covered key topics, including:

• Library Registration – Guidelines for accessing LRC services
• Navigating LRC Resources – Effective use of databases and the Web OPAC
• Librista Mobile App Guide – Facilitating access to library materials via mobile devices
• Remote Access to Library Sources – Ensuring resource availability beyond campus

This initiative was designed to ensure participants can efficiently utilize the wide range of resources and services offered by the WIUT LRC. The session was well-received, with attendees actively engaging in discussions and practical demonstrations.

The LRC and the Graduate School remain committed to supporting the academic success of the university community through continuous training and resource development.