The School of Graduate Studies hosts a variety of events for graduate students and faculty. Families and friends are welcome to join, so feel free to bring a friend, your roommates, or your family! Browse the upcoming events below, and use the filter to find events that interest you.
Upcoming Events
Take a break from your labs and textbooks and come join the grad school for some fun events with free food! Meet grad students from other programs, network, and make connections. All grad students are welcome, so come enjoy friends and food at a grad student social!
Enhance your graduate studies with professional development workshops and trainings designed to give you strategies for navigating graduate education and beyond. These sessions cover a variety of topics, including leadership, communication, presentation skills, data visualization, portfolio development, job-hunting tips, and more.
Join us for the 2025 Grad Week at USU! In honor of the best grad students around, take a break from your school work and come celebrate at one of the many events held throughout the week! Enjoy free food, prizes, and more!
Community Events provide opportunities for graduate students to enjoy fun events in the Logan community. Invite your friends and family to join you at one of our upcoming community events!
Grad Student Writing Group
Workshops and TrainingsAs graduate students, we know you have a lot of writing to do. Join us for this dedicated writing block with fellow grad students and our Associate Vice Provost! Drinks and snacks will be provided.
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Date: February 23, 2026
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Time: 3:00pm
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Location: Library 122 & Zoom
Online Learning Lounge: Start Conversations & Make Connections
Workshops and TrainingsDo you struggle with starting conversations and making connections at conferences and events?
Join us at the Utah State Graduate Networking Online learning Lounge! Learn practical tips on how to introduce yourself, start meaningful conversations, and build lasting professional relationships. Perfect for graduate students looking to expand their network at conferences, seminars, and academic events. Don’t miss this chance to master the art of networking and boost your career!
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Date: February 24, 2026
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Time: 6:00pm
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Location: Zoom
Thesis and Dissertation Session
Workshops and TrainingsThesis and dissertation format information sessions are held several times during the school year for doctoral and MS/MA plan A students (plan B student papers are not reviewed by the School of Graduate Studies). These sessions provide a thorough survey of USU thesis and dissertation format requirements and guidelines, journal and other departmental format options, and tools that may be useful in the preparation of a thesis or dissertation including the publication guide.
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Date: January 27, 2026
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Time: 12:00pm
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Location: Library Room 154
Grad School Application Workshop
Prospective StudentsJoin the Career Design Center and School of Graduate Studies for a workshop on Grad School applications. Learn how to make your application stick out to schools you are applying to. Documents to be talked about will include resume, CV, and statement of purpose. See you there!
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Date: March 17, 2026
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Time: 4:00pm
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Location: Old Main 164P & Zoom
Thesis and Dissertation Session
Workshops and TrainingsThesis and dissertation format information sessions are held several times during the school year for doctoral and MS/MA plan A students (plan B student papers are not reviewed by the School of Graduate Studies). These sessions provide a thorough survey of USU thesis and dissertation format requirements and guidelines, journal and other departmental format options, and tools that may be useful in the preparation of a thesis or dissertation including the publication guide.
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Date: March 31, 2026
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Time: 12:00pm
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Location: Library Room 154