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In the news—October 2005
Deadlines and Reminders—A list of academic and other deadlines, plus reminders for important graduate events sponsored by the Graduate College
Events—Campus Visit Program for prospective graduate students, October 20, 2005
Graduate College Annual Report Fall 2005—Report on graduate education at The University of Iowa by John C. Keller, Graduate College Dean and Associate Provost for Graduate Education
News—UI's response to supporting students displaced by Katrina
Graduate Council—This month's meetings on October 6 and 20
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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10/18/2005 Graduation Application Registration Service Center |
Signed Application for December graduates due |
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10/20/2005 Campus Visit Program Richey Ballroom, IMU |
Designed especially for undergraduates
contemplating pursuit of graduate education, this event provides
an opportunity for highly motivated students to learn more about
the advantages and resources of pursuing graduate education at
The University of Iowa. Click for more information |
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10/31/2005 Master's Plan of Study Graduate College |
Plans of Study for December Master's recipients due |
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10/31/2005 Final Exam Requests Graduate College |
Final Exam Requests for all December graduates due |
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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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Event date: Thursday, October 20, 2005 8:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
Location: Richey Ballroom (Room 376), Iowa Memorial UnionDesigned especially for undergraduates contemplating pursuit of graduate education, this event provides an opportunity for highly motivated students to learn more about the advantages and resources of pursuing graduate education at The University of Iowa.
Students interested in attending must register by September 26, 2005. Click here for more information and event registration.How you can participate in the event: Graduate students and graduate faculty can help welcome these potential graduate scholars to campus by volunteering to conduct tours and answer questions that day.
On September 20, John C. Keller, Graduate College Dean and Associate Provost for Graduate Education gave a report on graduate education at The University of Iowa to the Directors of Graduate Study.
In the report, he outlined highlights of the 2004-05 academic year, including:
- Completion of the first formal academic review of the Graduate College
- Progress on changes to the block allocation
- Increase in funding for GAs and top graduate scholars
- Prize winners in graduate education
Dean Keller also emphasized ongoing efforts:
- New Office of Graduate Ethnic Inclusion
- Campaign to raise awareness of graduate education
Displaced by Katrina, visiting students find UI support, opportunities
Many UI units, college, departments, and programs have joined in the effort to ensure that the education of students from the Gulf Coast would not be interrupted by the storm. As a result, 24 displaced students (13 undergraduate and 11 graduate or professional) are enrolled at the UI--attending classes, studying, getting to know their peers, and processing the events that brought them to The University of Iowa.
The Graduate College's Office of Graduate Ethnic Inclusion has joined the UI's efforts by garnering federal funding and providing academic support, community building opportunities, and academic mentoring for displaced students. Read More...
Graduate Council members, 2005-2006
Click here for a
full list of members
Meetings this month: October 6, October
20
Click here for
Meetings and Agendas
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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