Events and Workshops
September 2024
Writing Circles
Every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. (beginning Sept. 19).
Graduate College, Walwood Hall
For more information about the writing circles click here.
Organizational Change Leadership - Ph.D. Information Session
Wednesday, September 18, noon
Virtual Session
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the PhD in Organizational Change Leadership. Please to receive your Webex link.
Research and Travel Grant Application Information Session
Wednesday, September 18, 3 to 4 p.m.
Graduate Commons, Waldo Library
There are two award cycles for the 2024-25 academic year, one each in fall and spring. To learn more about these grants and how to submit a successful application, attend this information session. Register .
Graduate College Student Sucess Workshop
Friday, September 20, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
3403 Dunbar Hall
The Graduate College is hosting an interactive in-person workshop on September 20 from 1 to 2:30 in 3403 Dunbar Hall. This workshop will discuss everything you need to know to thrive in graduate school. Some topics to address are campus and community support, funding, mental health and wellness, and more. A light lunch will be provided. Please register in advance .
Graduate Student Welcome
Saturday, September 21, 12 to 3 p.m.
Graduate College, Walwood Hall, East Campus
The Graduate College, Graduate Student Association, and the Black Graduate Student Association are hosting the Grad Student Welcome event on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 12 to 3 p.m. to welcome new and continuing graduate students to the new academic year! Join us for a fun afternoon with games and free food for you and your family at the Graduate College, Walwood Hall. RSVP today on ExperienceWMU at (Bronco NetID required).
October 2024
Master of Science in Finance Information Session
Wednesday, October 2, noon
Hybrid Session
Join faculty and program leaders to learn about the Haworth College of Business MFA program, including information about how the program can help accelerate your career and build your professional network. Register in advance .
WMU Employee Graduate Education Information Session (in-person, for WMU employees only)
Wednesday, October 9, 10 a.m.
Graduate College, Walwood Hall, East Campus (Parking lot #1)
WMU employees receive excellent benefits from the University and are encouraged to pursue educational opportunities. Register for an in-person informational session hosted by the WMU Graduate College to learn more about graduate program options, including application deadlines and requirements. Sessions will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Graduate College (West Walwood Hall, East Campus). If there is no registration, the session will be canceled that month, so be sure to sign-up in advance!
Master of Business Administration Information Session
Wednesday, October 9, 6 p.m.
Hybrid Session
Join faculty, current students, and program leaders to learn about the Haworth College of Business MBA program, including information about how the program can help accelerate your career and build your professional network, as well as information on new program features. Register in advance .
Cybersecurity Information Session
Wednesday, October 10, 6 p.m.
Virtual Session
Join faculty, current students, and program leaders to learn about WMU's Cybersecurity programs, including information about how the program can help accelerate your career and build your professional network, as well as information on program features. Register in advance
Graduate College Formatting Workshops
Monday, October 21, 10 a.m.
Virtual Session
The Graduate College is pleased to offer two synchronous formatting workshops for the preparation of doctoral dissertations, master's with thesis option. The same content will be provided at each workshop. Register
The workshop will outline how to interpret the University's formatting requirements and relay helpful information on paperwork requirements, copyrighting, and the integrated dissertation submission process via ProQuest ETD Administrator. Participants are asked to have a copy of the WMU formatting guidelines readily available at the time of the workshop.
Graduate College Formatting Workshops
Thursday, October 24, 1 p.m.
Virtual Session
The Graduate College is pleased to offer two synchronous formatting workshops for the preparation of doctoral dissertations, master's with thesis option. The same content will be provided at each workshop. Register
The workshop will outline how to interpret the University's formatting requirements and relay helpful information on paperwork requirements, copyrighting, and the integrated dissertation submission process via ProQuest ETD Administrator. Participants are asked to have a copy of the WMU formatting guidelines readily available at the time of the workshop.
November 2024
WMU Employee Graduate Education Information Session (in-person, for WMU employees only)
Wednesday, November 6, 10 a.m.
Graduate College, Walwood Hall, East Campus (Parking lot #1)
WMU employees receive excellent benefits from the University and are encouraged to pursue educational opportunities. Register for an in-person informational session hosted by the WMU Graduate College to learn more about graduate program options, including application deadlines and requirements. Sessions will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Graduate College (West Walwood Hall, East Campus). If there is no registration, the session will be canceled that month, so be sure to sign-up in advance!