Office of Graduate Studies Events Calendar

  • 2025 Financial Literacy Series: Beginner Investing- Employee Benefits, Retirement Planning, Etc.

    Wednesday, April 9, 2025

    4:00 PM-5:00 PM

    Virtual via Zoom (Registration Required)

    • Everyone
    • Graduate Students

    About the Series: The Office of Graduate Studies presents the annual Financial Literacy Series for graduate and professional students and postdoctoral fellows. The series offers information and advice on personal financial management from a variety of industry experts. It is meant to promote financial wellness for students and postdocs, especially those preparing to graduate and move on to careers in academia or industry.

    Workshop Description: Stocks, bonds, and funds OH MY! Learn the basics of investing, employee benefits and how to start planning for retirement. This session is geared toward graduating students who are headed for the workforce (now or in the future)!

    About the Speaker: Michael Clancy is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) who is the Director of Financial Planning for the College of Medicine.

    Register via Zoom

    Live, synchronous sessions via Zoom will be recorded for later viewing. Please register in advance to receive the recordings or check back for a link on this page following the session.

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  • 2025 DEGS Pre-Conference Workshop: Communicating Your Scholarly Work

    Wednesday, April 23, 2025

    12:00 PM-1:30 PM

    Virtual via Zoom (Registration required)

    • Graduate Students

    With Emily Kashka-Ginsburg, MA, Associate Director, Undergraduate Research & Enrichment Programs
    & Special guest faculty panelists (TBA)

    Wednesday, April 23, 2025
    12 to 1:30 p.m. EDT
    Virtual via Zoom


    Description: This workshop will cover the basics of effective communication and help prepare scholars to present their work in the form of both oral and poster presentations. Attendees will practice utilizing a narrative framework to communicate their scholarly work and learn best practices for effectively creating and using visual aids across different types of presentations. Faculty mentors from various disciplines will be available to provide additional guidance as you prepare your conference presentation.

    Please note that some programs/departments/disciplines may have specific guidance on or requirements for oral and poster presentations. This session is meant to provide general, interdisciplinary guidance in accordance with the requirements for submission to the annual Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars (DEGS) Conference.

    Register [Zoom]

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  • 2025 DEGS Pre-Conference Workshop: Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition Prep

    Wednesday, April 30, 2025

    12:00 PM-1:00 PM

    Virtual via Zoom (Registration required)

    • Graduate Students

    With Katie Van Aken, PhD '17, Drexel alumna, co-founder of the DEGS Conference, producer and host of Impact Factor podcast, principal R&D engineering, Syncro Medical

    Wednesday, April 30, 2025
    12 to 1 p.m. EDT
    Virtual via Zoom


    Description: Present your research in three minutes with one static slide using jargon-free language to a broad audience? How hard could it be? This workshop will help individuals preparing for Drexel University's official Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition at the annual Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars (DEGS) Conference, which follows the guidelines of the global phenomenon founded by the University of Queensland, an international competition in which over 600 universities and institutions across more than 59 countries participate.

    While participation in this workshop is not required for competitors, it is highly recommended. The workshop and materials will be recorded and shared for those who are unable to participate live.

    Register [Zoom]

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  • 2025 Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars Conference

    Wednesday and Thursday, May 7 & 8, 2025

    12:00 AM-12:00 AM

    Bossone Research Enterprise Center Drexel University 3126 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104

    • Everyone
    • Graduate Students
    • Faculty
    • Staff
    • Alumni
    Save the date and check back for registration.
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  • 2025 Graduate Student Excellence & DEGS Conference Awards Ceremony & Reception

    Thursday, May 8, 2025

    5:00 PM-7:00 PM

    Papadakis Integrated Sciences Building (PISB) Room 120 & Atrium, First Floor 3245 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104

    • Everyone
    • Graduate Students
    • Faculty
    • Staff
    • Alumni

    The Graduate Student Excellence & DEGS Conference Awards Ceremony & Reception hosted by the Office of Graduate Studies and Graduate Student Association, is an annual occasion recognizing the outstanding contributions of graduate and professional students and those who serve students within the classroom, lab, community, society, and beyond.

    During the celebratory event, we recognize high-achieving graduate and professional students with Graduate Student Excellence Awards across disciplines in mentorship, scholarship, civic engagement, service, research, and teaching assistance. Award winners from the annual Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars (DEGS) Conference are also recognized during the ceremony. A reception with hors d'oeuvres and refreshments then follows.

    All University community members, family, friends and guests are welcome and encouraged to attend.

    Check back for registration information.

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  • 2025 Doctoral Student Celebration

    Tuesday, June 10, 2025

    5:00 PM-7:00 PM

    Main Building Main Auditorium & Great Court, First Floor 3141 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104

    • Graduate Students
    • Faculty
    • Staff
    • Parents & Families
    The Office of Graduate Studies welcomes doctoral degree recipients from the current Academic Year, senior leadership, deans, faculty and professional staff advisors, and guests to attend the annual Doctoral Student Celebration, a reception honoring the graduating class. The event features brief remarks from senior leadership and distinguished student and alumni speakers. Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments are served.
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