In celebration of
National Graduate-Professional Student Appreciation Week, the Graduate College will be hosting a variety of events from April 6, 2026 - April 10, 2026.
Please see the calendar of events below:
- In-Person Event: University Gateway Building, 2nd Floor, Gather Conference Room
- Come for a lively game of Bingo where you can win exciting prizes and be in community with fellow graduate and professional students as we come together to relax, connect, and enjoy a fun-filled early afternoon. It’s all about honoring your efforts as part of the Grad Rebel community, so join us as we kick off National Graduate and Professional Student Week in style!
- Food and refreshments will be provided and students will have the opportunity to pick up an exclusive "Grad Rebels" T-Shirt.
- Submit your RSVP through the Google form below. The deadline to RSVP is 04/01/2026
- In-Person Event: University Gateway Building, 2nd Floor, Gather Conference Room
- Take a mindful break and recharge at our Grad Rebel Appreciation Self-Care Sessions! This relaxing event is designed to help you unwind and nurture your well-being through a series of calming activities such as aromatherapy breathing & stretching, journaling, and coloring.
- Food and refreshments will be provided and students will have the opportunity to pick up an exclusive "Grad Rebels" T-Shirt.
- Submit your RSVP through the Google form below. The deadline to RSVP is 04/01/2026
- In-Person Event: University Gateway Building, 2nd Floor, Gather Conference Room
- This mixer is the perfect opportunity for graduate and professional students to come together, meet new faces, and showcase their creativity by getting hands-on with supplies to create their very own zine. We'll provide all the materials you need, including paper, markers, magazines, and more. All you need is your imagination!
- Food and refreshments will be provided and students will have the opportunity to pick up an exclusive "Grad Rebels" T-Shirt.
- Submit your RSVP through the Google form below. The deadline to RSVP is 04/01/2026
- Virtual Event via Zoom
- This workshop is designed to help you build confidence in managing your finances during grad school and beyond. Learn practical strategies for budgeting, managing student loans, saving, and planning for future goals, all tailored to the realities of graduate student life.
- Register here to receive the Zoom link.
- In-Person Event: Hazel M. Wilson Dining Commons
- This event is specially designed for our graduate and professional students to enjoy culinary delights, offering a unique opportunity to savor an array of specially tailored dishes, engage with the community, discover useful resources, and take a well-deserved break from the rigors of graduate studies. The Graduate College will be offering free entry to the Dining Commons to the first 50 graduate and professional students during this event.
- No RSVP needed as this event will be first-come-first-serve.
