Join us for Graduate Student Month

Celebrating YOU in February 2027

The Graduate School is excited to host Graduate Student Month, featuring a variety of in-person and virtual events designed to support and celebrate our graduate students. Throughout the month, students can participate in activities focused on wellness and self-care, social connection, funding opportunities, career exploration, and research communication. The month will also feature two research presentation competitions: the Graduate Student Research Poster Competition and the Three Minute Thesis competition.

Pre-Month: January 25, 2027

Monday, January 25

Due by 12:00 p.m.

Submit photo entry

Graduate Student Photo Contest: Life of a Graduate Student

The Graduate School invites you to participate in the 2027 MU Graduate Student Photo Contest—"Life of a Graduate Student"—celebrates the diverse, dynamic, and inspiring experiences of graduate students across all disciplines.

Week 1: February 1-5, 2027

Monday, February 1

8:30 a.m. -
11:00 a.m.

Zilber Hall, 200

Coffee and Donuts

We kick off our week with some coffee and donuts to start off your week.

Tuesday, February 2

11:00 a.m.- 12:15 p.m

MS Teams

Finding and Evaluating Open Data for Your Research

Finding and Evaluating Open Data for Your Research, is virtual workshop designed to help graduate students learn how to find, access, and evaluate open data for graduate research. This workshop explores useful data sources, including Census, geospatial, environmental, historical, government, and public health data, and offers practical strategies for assessing data quality, limitations, relevance, and appropriate use. 

Wednesday, February 3

11:30 – 1:00 p.m.

Lunda Room, AMU

Teaching Assistant Appreciation luncheon

A luncheon to recognize and appreciate the time and dedication teaching assistants have given to educate others. 

Week 2: February 8-12, 2027

Monday, February 8 

12:00 – 1:00 p.m. 

MS Teams

LinkedIn Over Your Lunch Hour

During this session, you’ll learn how to build and optimize your LinkedIn profile, highlight your experiences and skills effectively, and begin using the platform for networking and career exploration. The online workshop will include a mix of guidance, examples, and time to start making updates to your profile. 

7:00 p.m.

Fiserv Forum

GSO Hosting Milwaukee Bucks v Orlando Magic Basketball Event at the Fiserv Forum

Join the Graduate Student Organization and fellow students for an exciting night of basketball at the Fiserv Forum. Discounted tickets are available for purchase. 

Tuesday, February 9

12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Wellness + Helfaer Recreation

MAC courts (lower level)

 

Introduction to Pickleball 

Join fellow graduate students for an introduction to pickleball session. All levels of play are welcome to attend.

Wednesday, February 10

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

AMU Ballrooms

Register to participate here

 

Graduate Student Poster Competition

This event will showcase and celebrate the top contributions from both doctoral and master’s student research across campus.

The purpose of this event is to:

  • Demonstrate the breadth of research and creative projects of our graduate students.
  • Promote graduate student engagement in research.
  • Encourage interaction and discussion with other graduate students, faculty and peers.
  • Connect with and discuss graduate student research with a diverse campus audience.

The top three doctoral level posters and top three master’s level posters, as determined by a panel of judges, will receive award certificates, and each will also receive up to $250 as a research travel award. 

Week 3: February 15-19, 2027

Wednesday, February 17

12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Wellness + Helfaer Recreation, Room 409

Sound Bath Meditation Session for Graduate Students

A guided session for graduate students offering sound bath meditation and relaxation.

Thursday, February 18

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Zilber Hall 200

Snack Break

It doesn’t matter if you are feeling sweet or salty, stop by the Graduate School to grab a healthy snack, treat, soda or water to feed your mind and body.

Friday, February 19

3:30 – 5:00p.m.

Weasler Auditorium

Three Minute Thesis Competition

Join Marquette University Graduate School for its annual Three Minute Thesis competition. Watch graduate students compete and present their research in three minutes or less using one slide and no animation. There will be an array of presentations from graduate students in various disciplines. See who will walk away with the coveted prize of $500. The winner will represent Marquette University in a regional Three Minute Thesis competition at the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools.

The Graduate Student Teaching Excellence awards, Graduate School Faculty Mentor awards, and Graduate Student Photo Competition winners will be announced. The faculty mentor awards recognize faculty who have excelled in the area of mentorship, with one award recognizing Faculty Research Mentorship and a second recognizing Faculty Professional Mentorship. Nominate a faculty member here.

The event is free and open to Marquette and the community. Join us to see what others are saying about graduate research.

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Union Sports Annex

Graduate Student Organization (GSO) FREE Volleyball, Bowling, and Ping Pong Night

Join fellow students in light competitive play or just come to socialize! Refreshments available.

Week 4: February 22-26, 2027

Tuesday, February 23

12:00-1:00p.m.
MS Teams

Tips for Successfully Applying for Grants, Fellowships, and Scholarships

Best practices and tips for preparing and applying for grants, fellowship, and scholarships.

TBD, February TBD

Time
Location

Campus Ministry

Event information coming soon!