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Erin Grogan (they/them)

Assistant Director of Graduate Student Engagement for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Graduate College

Graduate College Resources

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Our Commitment

Excellence Across the Board

Access and Affordability

Diversity and Inclusion

Student Success

Student Wellbeing

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20,000+ �Graduate Students

33% �International

from 121 Countries

18%�of domestic students are �African American, Hispanic/Latino, �American Indian/Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

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Recruitment Programs: � SROP, Aspire
Pre-Matriculation Programs: � Community of Scholars (COS), � Summer Predoctoral Institute (SPI)
Retention Programs: � Sloan UCEM

www.grad.illinois.edu/diversity/about

Graduate College

DEI Programs

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Background
Illinois Sloan Program
Achievements

www.grad.illinois.edu/diversity/sloan

Sloan UCEM�(University Center of Exemplary Mentoring)

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Heritage Month Activities

Book Groups
Speakers & Panels

Engagement Activities

Graduation & End of Year Celebrations
Special Events

Women of Color and Gender Minorities of Color Lunch Group

Graduate College DEI Resources for Women & Gender Minorities

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Women of Color & Gender Minorities of Color Lunch Group Meet-Ups

If interested, please complete the form: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/413364607

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More Grad College Resources

Workshops
Career development
Problem solving
Academic coaching
More information about these services on our website: https://grad.illinois.edu/

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5 Tips for Graduate School Success

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Meet departmental staff, including

Director of Graduate Studies
Graduate Contact

Review your department website and handbook

Get to know your program

Our first tip is to get to know your program. Each department at the University of Illinois has different requirements, expectations, and opportunities for its students and there are a few key staff members who can help you with any questions or concerns you have. The Director of Graduate Studies is intimately familiar with the policies and degree requirements for your program, so they are a good person to talk to if you have questions about program requirements. The Graduate Contact is also familiar with your department’s policies and procedures and can help you if you have questions about things like registration, assistantship appointments, and where to submit forms.

Each department has its own handbook where you can learn more about degree requirements, policies, and procedures. You might take a look at this handbook to get to know your program’s requirements, and reach out to the Director of Graduate Studies or Graduate Contact if you have questions.

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Connect with students in your program

Meet others across campus

Registered Student Organizations
Cultural Houses

Build Community

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Seek campus units to support you

University Library
Writers Workshop
Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning
Many more!

Explore Campus Resources

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Prioritize self-care in your routine

Use campus wellness resources

McKinley Health Center
Counseling Center
Campus Recreation

Practice Self-Care

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The Graduate College and your departmental staff are here to help.

Contact the Graduate College at grad@illinois.edu

Ask Questions

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eegroga2@illinois.edu