Workshops and Events

The Graduate School offers events, resources and services for every graduate student from the time you begin your graduate education to the time you earn your degree. Working closely with university partners, we provide a wide variety of programs to support your academic and professional development and enhance your graduate student experience. These opportunities are open to all NIU graduate students.

Our workshops and events focus on five key areas for graduate student success:

• Academic success webinars and events support graduate students in meeting educational goals, including accomplishing key milestones such as exams and thesis and dissertation processes.
• Professional development opportunities enhance skills and knowledge through Responsible Conduct of Research training and more.
• Career preparation events support graduate students in exploring career paths, networking, and navigating job searches.
• Engagement events offer opportunities for community building, involvement in student organizations, and networking. Join us for Graduate Student Appreciation Week activities during the first week of April each year.
• In recognition of graduate students’ achievements, celebrate at our awards and graduate commencement ceremonies.

Calendar of Events