Workshop Series
The Graduate School Workshop Series offers students the opportunity to learn from members of the Graduate School and various other offices on campus about guidelines, processes, opportunities, and possibilities for assistance. The individual sessions cover a wide range of topics and will be offered each semester.
If you have any questions, please contact the Graduate School.
Spring 2024
Writing Support
Graduate Student Writing Workshops
Saturday March 30th, Saturday April 13th, and Saturday April 27th from 10am - 1pm
Start your weekend off right by making progress on your writing goals. The Graduate School will provide coffee and donuts and you provide the brain power to work on your thesis, dissertation, capstone, or other writing projects.
Please register separately for each day you plan to attend so we can plan an accurate food count.
Click Here to Register (April 27th Session)
Career Preparation
Illinois State University has partnered with Beyond Graduate School and Beyond the Professoriate to offer Graduate Students access to a comprehensive set of career preparation tools. Participate in live webinars or access the library of content on your own schedule.
Beyond Graduate School (Master's Students)
Beyond Graduate School is a one-of-a-kind, online platform that helps master’s students make the most out of their investment and build their careers. From video lessons on career exploration, to writing application materials, to interviewing and negotiating for that next career step — Beyond Grad School helps master’s students through each stage of their job search.
To log in, visit Beyond Graduate School, select Illinois State University, and enter your ULID and password.
Upcoming synchronous events offered through the Beyond Graduate School Platform
April 24, 2024 at 3:00pm: How To Make The Most Out Of Your First 90 Days
Beyond the Professoriate (Doctoral Students)
Beyond the Professoriate’s Career Training Platform is an online professional development tool where postdocs and doctoral students can explore career options and learn job search strategies. Through two programs of study (Academic Careers and Professional Careers), students are empowered to make informed decisions about their career path and learn successful job search strategies from other PhDs.
To log in simply visit Beyond Prof’s Career Training Platform, select Illinois State University, and enter your ULID and password.
Upcoming synchronous events offered through the Beyond the Professoriate Platform
April 24, 2024 at 11:00am: How To Use This Summer To Prepare For Your Faculty Job Search
Summer 2024
Events coming soon!