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Upcoming Events

Deadline to submit application for the Transdisciplinary Graduate Fellows Program

Monday, December 7, 2020 (All day)

Graduate Student Webinar on Writing Proposals for International Dissertation Research Grants

Tuesday, December 8, 2020 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Virtual Lunch and Learn De-Stress Mindfully

Wednesday, December 9, 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

CSTAT Seminar “Design Matters”

Thursday, December 10, 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

FS20 Classes End

Friday, December 11, 2020 (All day)

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News

FS20 ETD Deadline Day - Friday, December 18 19 5PM

Graduate School's Lantern of Learning
The deadline for FINAL APPROVAL of an electronic Thesis or Dissertation by the Graduate School is December 18 at 5:00 p.m.

Virtual Advisor Functions Overview training session

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Advisors are invited to register for a virtual Advisor Functions Overview training session, which will be offered separately for... Read More

FS20 S/NS Grades Selection

The S/NS grade reporting option may be used by students in consultation with their advisors and program directors to allow for... Read More

2021 L’Oréal USA For Women in Science program

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Applications for the 2021 L’Oréal USA For Women in Science program are now open and will close on Friday, January 29, 2021.
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