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In the news—November 2005
Deadlines and Reminders—A list of academic and other deadlines, plus reminders for important graduate events sponsored by the Graduate College
News—Graduate College staff member Kathy Klein wins The University of Iowa Staff Council award
Graduate Council—This month's meetings on November 3 & 17
Funding Support Services for Grad Students—Information, advice, support, and opportunities for students seeking funding for research, study, and travel
More News from the Graduate College
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11/8/2005 Drop Courses Registration Center |
Last day for graduate students to drop courses without penalty of "F" grade |
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11/8/2005 Withdrawal of Registration Registration Center |
Last day to withdraw without dean's permission |
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11/10/2005 Thesis First Deposit Graduate College |
First deposit of finished, complete thesis due |
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11/17/2005 GSS Travel Funds Application Deadline Graduate College |
Graduate
Student Senate Travel Funds Application Submission Deadline Click to Register |
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11/30/2005 Final Exam Report Graduate College |
Last day that Graduate College accepts reports from departments on degree examinations for December graduates |
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12/7/2005 Thesis Final Deposit Graduate College |
Final thesis deposit due |
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12/16/2005 Graduation Hancher Auditorium |
Commencement ceremony at 2 p.m. |
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12/21/2005 Grade Report - I, O Registrar's Office |
Last day to clear “incomplete” and “no report” grades |
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12/21/2005 Grade Report - GIS Registrar's Office |
Final grades due for Guided Independent Study courses applied toward degree |
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Klein recognized with Staff Council Award
for Excellence in ServiceKathy Klein, Assistant to Dean Sandra Barkan in the Graduate College, was recognized for excellence in service at the annual Faculty and Staff Awards Banquet on October 18, 2005.
In nominating Kathy for the award, Graduate College Dean John Keller noted her many contributions to the UI, including "exemplary enthusiasm and energy" in helping the Graduate College with its mission to serve graduate students.
Through her duties with new student orientation and graduation, Kathy interacts with every graduate student. "Kathy Klein is one of the important faces that students remember from their interactions with the Graduate College," said Keller.
Dean Sandra Barkan described Kathy's "creativity, enthusiasm, and intelligence," as well as "her significant nurturing attitude toward students and all others with whom she works."
Cheryl Reardon (Special Assistant to the Vice President for Research and former Staff Council president) noted Kathy's extended service on the Staff Council. As a second-term council member, Kathy is one of five members elected by her peers to represent approximately 500 MSC staff on campus. "She has shined as a true leader," said Reardon.
The service award is a new award to be given annually to staff members who have made especially effective contributions, including "exceptional imagination and dedication for improving the university community." Service must include diverse formal and informal activities of high quality in staff governance, committee work, policy improvement, program creation, and the like, and must be outside normal job responsibilities.
Congratulations, Kathy!
Graduate Council members, 2005-2006
Click here for a full list of 2005-06 Graduate Council members
Click here for Meetings and Agendas (January 2005-Current meeting agenda)
Meetings this month: November 3, November 17
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Funding Support Services for Graduate Students
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The Division of Sponsored Programs offers practical help and information to graduate and professional students who are seeking external funding for research, scholarships, fellowships, travel, and more.
Visit the DSP website (http://research.uiowa.edu/dsp) for access to databases for funding opportunities from government agencies and private sources, tips on grant writing, and many other helpful links.
For an individual session and hands-on training, graduate students can make an appointment with Diane Crosby, 335-3597, dsp-grant1@uiowa. Appointment includes:
- Detailed discussion of student's work and funding goals
- Development of key search terms
- Instruction on effective, efficient use of databases
- Tips on how to incorporate funding searches into professional development
- Practical time management advice
After the appointment, students receive an email follow-up with a record of the session, the search tools used, key words, and advice to get grant searches underway. The DSP office is located at 100 Gilmore Hall.
DSP also provides continued support for the duration of the grant writing process, including:
Guidance in developing and critiquing applications
Assistance with preparing project budgets
Free access to photocopier, fax, and phone for application processing
Free shipping for funding request packets
Assistance in setting up the required UIRIS routing system for funding requests
- Graduate College monthly newsletter archive
- Graduate College News for Alumni—Spring 2005 issue
- Graduate College News for Alumni—Archive