Schar PhD Student Association (SPSA)

The Schar PhD Student Association (SPSA) is a student-run organization for all Ph.D. students in the Schar School. It provides a platform for professional and intellectual support, student-led initiatives, and opportunities for greater student interaction and collaboration. We sponsor a variety of events to help students progress through the program. Check out our events details for Fall 2024 below!

SPSA Roundtable. Sign-up for the presentation here.

SPSA Workshop

SPSA Social

PhD Research Workshop

Founders Hall 602 3351 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA, United States

Schar School students from all of our PhD programs are encouraged to present their research, including working papers and ongoing projects. Faculty members are invited […]

General Meeting and Elections

Founders Hall 602 3351 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA, United States

Monday April 3, 2:00-3:15   Founders Hall 602

PhD Research Workshop

Founders Hall 602 3351 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA, United States

Schar School students from all of our PhD programs are encouraged to present their research, including working papers and ongoing projects. Faculty members are invited […]

Connecting with your Advisor

Founders Hall Room 556

This is a round-table discussion with Schar school faculty and PhD students to discuss how to develop a committee, manage interactions with faculty mentors, and […]

End of Year Social Hour

Spirits of '76 3211 Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA

Join APPS at Spirits of '76 to celebrate another successful year! APPS will provide snacks, drinks are on individuals. We hope to see you there! […]