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2023

  • September

  • August

    • Green image of a beaker, DNA, and a petri dish

      Free Online Course Opportunity for Graduate Students

      August 29, 2023

      The Science Communication Lab (formerly called iBiology) is excited to announce the launch of their newest online course, "Build Your Research Community!"

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    • Lindy Center for Civic Engagement Funding Second Cohort of Anti-Racism Projects

      August 29, 2023

      Since the 2021–22 school year, the Lindy Center has offered Anti-Racism Mini Grants to students working in areas focused on dialogue, education, arts and culture, economic mobility and global perspectives.

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    • NIH OITE Becoming a Resilient Scientist Webinar Series Fall 2023

      Becoming a Resilient Scientist Webinar Series

      August 29, 2023

      The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Intramural Training & Education (OITE) offers a Becoming a Resilient Scientist series of webinars and small group discussions to help you develop the confidence and resilience you need to navigate challenging situations in school, work, and life. Fall webinars begin on Thursday, September 14, 2023!

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    • Photo of Students at Graduate Student Day 2023

      Share Your Advice to New Dragons

      August 24, 2023

      Current Graduate Students! What advice do you have for incoming graduate students at Drexel? Share your responses with us by filling out a brief survey!

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    • Blue and gold IGSA Logo featuring the Drexel Dragon, the Liberty Bell, and a globe

      Get to Know Current and Past IGSA Members Yash and Yamini

      August 23, 2023

      As we welcome new IGSA president, Yash Gupta, we honor and thank outgoing president, Yamini Rege.

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    • Photo of an health insurance document and a stethoscope

      Updates to Student Health Insurance

      August 17, 2023

      All full-time students, including domestic, international, and online students, are required to demonstrate proof of health insurance each academic year, either through a waiver process or by enrolling in the Drexel-sponsored plan.

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    • Photo of Lancaster Walk on Drexel's Main Campus

      4 Ways to Prepare for a Safe Fall Term

      August 17, 2023

      To help new and returning Dragons prepare for a safe start to the new academic year, Drexel's Public Safety August Newsletter, Public Safety & U highlights four tips to help Drexel students, faculty, and staff prepare for a safe fall term.

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    • A green graphic of beakers in a science lab that says "Graduate Course Opportunity - SCTST580"

      Fall Course Opportunity for Graduate Students

      August 09, 2023

      Informing Policy with Science: An Evidence-Based Approach (SCTS T580) is a new course that will be offered in the Fall Quarter to all graduate researchers interested in doing work in STEM and public policy.

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    • Graphic of a female scientist in front of a green background that says "Merck Recruitment Seminar - October 16, 2023"

      RSVP to the 2023 Merck Recruitment Seminar

      August 09, 2023

      Merck will be hosting their annual Recruitment Seminar on Monday, October 16 seeking Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Fellows for Senior Scientist Positions at Merck Research Laboratories. Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Fellows are invited to come learn about the exciting employment opportunities awaiting PhD recipients!

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      Fulbright Israel Applications Now Open for Postdocs

      August 02, 2023

      Fulbright Israel is looking for the brightest and most innovative scholars who aspire to research in Israel and join the Fulbright heritage. Fulbright Israel plans to award up to eight fellowships to U.S. postdoctoral scholars who seek to pursue research in one of Israel's academic institutions. Apply by September 15, 2023.

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    • Drexel Applied Innovation Logo with the Drexel Dragon logo

      Get to Know Drexel Applied Innovation

      August 01, 2023

      Drexel Applied Innovation offers resources to help Drexel students expand the impact of their research through comprehensive technology transfer services.

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  • July

  • June

  • May

    • Image of Christine Chesebrough, 2023 Doctoral Student Celebration Speaker

      PhD Candidate to Address Fellow Graduates at 2023 Doctoral Student Celebration

      May 31, 2023

      Christine Chesebrough, a graduating PhD student studying applied cognitive and brain sciences was selected as the distinguished graduate student speaker to address the Class of 2023 at the annual Doctoral Student Celebration June 12.

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    • Celebrating the Class of 2023

      Words of Wisdom from the Class of 2023

      May 25, 2023

      In honor of Commencement, we asked three familiar faces what advice they had for doctoral students in earlier stages of their degree, why they chose Drexel, and to share some of their favorite memories.

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    • Career Bootcamp Flyer Image

      Eight-Week Summer Career Bootcamp for Graduate Students and Postdocs

      May 24, 2023

      The Steinbright Career Development Center, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Professional Development, and Graduate College invite graduate students and postdocs to participate in an eight-week summer career bootcamp: "Effective Career Planning for PhDs".

      The bootcamp will meet weekly for two hours, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET, for eight weeks, beginning Monday, June 26. The bootcamp is designed to equip attendees with the skills, resources, and self-assessment information to make informed career choices within and beyond academia. This course is adapted from the pd|hub Collections, an NIH-funded collection of evidence-based practices to support PhD students' professional development. Participation in this pilot program is free! Registration is open until June 5 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

      While the course is designed for PhD students and postdocs, space permitting, professional doctorate and master's students without co-op experience are welcome to register.

      Register via Handshake by June 5

      Download a Flyer [PDF]

      For questions, email opa@drexel.edu.

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      DEGS 2023 Photos Now Available

      May 05, 2023

      Photos from the 2023 Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars Conference are now available to view, download and share!

      DEGS Google Photo Album

      Please tag @drexelgraduatecollege on Instagram and use #DEGS2023!

      Congratulations to all of our participants and the winners of the 2023 DEGS Conference awards!

      Read about the 2023 DEGS Conference in The Triangle, Drexel's independent student newspaper!

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    • Blue and yellow image with text "Educating for Peace, Social Justice, and Human Rights (EDGI 550)"

      Summer Course Opportunity for Graduate Students

      May 05, 2023

      Educating for Peace, Social Justice, and Human Rights (EDGI 550) taught by Kathlyn Elliott will be open for registration for the 2023 Summer Quarter. This course is open to all Drexel graduate students. EDGI 550 is an interdisciplinary course that provides an overview of peace and human rights education including history, theories, and pedagogy. This course will highlight current events such as the ongoing protests in Iran and anti-trans legislation in the United States, and how to tie these important political topics into the classroom. Last year, EDGI 550 received rave reviews and was a must-take course for Graduate students interested in education!

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    • Doctoral Student Newsletter

      May Doctoral Student Newsletter

      May 03, 2023

      The next edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!

      The May edition features:

      • Featured Article - Drexel Celebrates AAPI Heritage Month
      • Driven Dragons - Doctoral Student Profile: Tyler Andres-Bray
      • Important Dates & Deadlines
      • Upcoming Events
      • News & Opportunities for Doctoral Students
      • Upcoming Doctoral Defenses

      We want to hear from you about your doctoral student experience and advice for others to be featured in future newsletters. Please take a few moments to fill out this Qualtrics form and share your journey!

      We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!

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  • April

    • Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars Conference Be Well To Do Well April 20, 2023

      2023 DEGS Conference Award Winners Announced

      April 27, 2023

      Congratulations to our 2023 Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars Conference award recipients and to all of our graduate student presenters!

      Also, a special thanks for our volunteer faculty, professional staff, postdoc and alumni judges!

      All awardees are invited to the Graduate Student Day awards ceremony and reception on Thursday, June 1 at 4 p.m. ET in the Mitchell Auditorium on the First Floor of the Bossone Research Enterprise Center. We also invite you to join us then to honor the conference award winners, as well as all of the winners of the Graduate Student Excellence Awards.

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      Graduate Students Make an Impact at 2023 AAAS Meeting

      April 27, 2023

      "For the first time, Drexel University sponsored the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)'s annual meeting, which brings together experts, leaders and influencers in all areas of science. The 2023 meeting focused on 'Science for Humanity' and featured groundbreaking multi-disciplinary research.

      Drexel’s student researchers showcased their impact on the world of science by displaying posters on social sciences, brain and behavioral studies, developmental biology and more. While Drexel faculty and experts discussed research with peers and made new connections with colleagues, Drexel graduate and undergraduate students left a mark on the E-poster competition and took home 17 of the 39 awards, including 10 first place awards and seven honorable mentions."

      Read the article in DrexelNow!

      Photos from the 2023 AAAS Meeting

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    • Tyler Andres-Bray

      PhD Student Wins First Place Oral Research Presentation at 2023 DEGS Conference

      April 27, 2023

      Meet Tyler! Tyler Andres-Bray is a fourth-year PhD student in biological sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences. He is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, and received his bachelor's degree with distinction from Duke University in biology with a focus in animal behavior. He earned a master's degree in animal behavior and conservation from the City University of New York.

      Tyler recently presented his research on "Environmentally-Mediated Termite Behavior Shapes Seasonality of Chimpanzee Termite Fishing in Mbam & Djerem National Park, Cameroon," at the 2023 Drexel Emerging Scholars Conference. He was awarded the Provost’s Award for Best Virtual Oral Research Presentation!

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    • Drexel Students, Research Community Made Their Mark on 2023 AAAS Meeting

      April 25, 2023

      Drexel University sponsored the American Association for the Advancement of Science’s annual meeting for the first time, and students took home 44 percent of the poster competition awards.

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    • Sarah Malik Headshot

      PhD Student Advocate and Mentor Recognized For Accomplishments

      April 11, 2023

      In addition to her research, Sarah Malik, fourth year PhD student in mechanical engineering and mechanics in the College of Engineering is an engaged member of the Drexel and graduate student communities and has a long list of accomplishments. She is a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow, Drexel’s first attendee of the Rising Stars in Mechanical Engineering workshop hosted by Stanford University, and is the first graduate student on the IEEE Computer Society’s Publication Board. She is a member of the College of Engineering Dean’s Student Leadership Council leading initiatives around investigating perceptions of Drexel and is an active advocate of academic support for graduate students. Malik received an outstanding mentorship award for her dedication in mentoring both junior graduate and undergraduate students and she was selected as one of eight graduate students in the College of Engineering to received a 2023 Koerner Award for her work in Smart Cities & Integration. Malik is also a member of the inaugural cohort of Nina Henderson Provost Fellows. She is working on two projects, "Lifelong Learning and the Future of Higher Education" and "Innovation Engine and Culture at Drexel: Best Practices and an Integrated Review".

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    • Doctoral Student Newsletter

      April Doctoral Student Newsletter

      April 11, 2023

      The next edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!

      The April edition features:

      • Featured Article - Drexel In Bloom
      • Driven Dragons - Doctoral Student Profile: Sarah Malik
      • Important Dates & Deadlines
      • Upcoming Events
      • News & Opportunities for Doctoral Students
      • Upcoming Doctoral Defenses

      We want to hear from you about your doctoral student experience and advice for others to be featured in future newsletters. Please take a few moments to fill out this Qualtrics form and share your journey!

      We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!

      View/Download the Newsletter [PDF]

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    • Academic News and Key Reminders from the Graduate College

      Academic News and Key Reminders - Spring 2023

      April 01, 2023

      Welcome new graduate students and welcome back returning students!


      As we begin the spring quarter, the Graduate College would like to remind you of a few important academic dates, deadlines, policies and resources to help you navigate your graduate studies. We recommend you bookmark this information for future reference.

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      Graduation Dates Deadlines and Procedures

      April 01, 2023

      The following information is for Drexel graduate students enrolled in quarter programs who intend to complete their program/degree requirements and graduate this spring or summer term. If this information does not apply to you, please disregard.

      We encourage all students to maintain regular communication with your assigned academic advisor(s) who can help you work through any concerns related to your academic progress, including any unforeseen challenges you encounter due to family, health, personal, or other reasons. Students who are planning to complete their degree requirements and graduate this spring or summer MUST adhere to the deadlines and procedures outlined in this note.

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    • Deirdre McMahon Headshot

      The Graduate College Welcomes Deirdre McMahon

      April 01, 2023

      The Graduate College would like to welcome Deirdre McMahon, PhD, who will begin her role as Assistant Dean of Online Education effective April 1.

      Deirdre joins the Graduate College with more than fifteen years of experience in online and hybrid instruction. In addition to her role as a Teaching Professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences, Deirdre has been a leader in online education at Drexel.

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  • March

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      AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowships

      March 19, 2023

      AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships (STPF) provide opportunities to outstanding scientists and engineers to learn first-hand about policymaking while contributing their knowledge and analytical skills to the federal policymaking process. Fellows serve yearlong assignments in the executive, legislative and judicial branches of the federal government in Washington. Each year, the program adds to a growing corps over 3,400 strong of policy-savvy leaders working across academia, government, nonprofits and industry to serve the nation and the world.

      Visit the website to learn more.

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    • Lashae Williams Headshot

      PhD Candidate Receives Inaugural Internship Scholarship

      March 02, 2023

      Lashae Williams, PhD candidate in clinical psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, received an inaugural Internship Scholarship from the Black Society for Neuropsychology. She is one of two trainees to receive this award which eases the financial burden of the internship application process. Internship is a one-year, full-time clinical experience and one of the final degree requirements for clinical, school, and counseling psychology doctoral students. It is a match process modeled after medical school residency which requires submitting applications and participating in interviews.

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    • Doctoral Student Newsletter

      March Doctoral Student Newsletter

      March 01, 2023

      The next edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!

      The March edition features:

      • Featured Article - Drexel Celebrates Women's History Month
      • Driven Dragons - Doctoral Student Profile: Lashae Williams
      • Important Dates & Deadlines
      • Upcoming Events
      • News & Opportunities for Doctoral Students
      • Upcoming Doctoral Defenses

      We want to hear from you about your doctoral student experience and advice for others to be featured in future newsletters. Please take a few moments to fill out this Qualtrics form and share your journey!

      We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!

      View/Download the Newsletter [PDF]

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  • February

    • Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars Conference Be Well To Do Well April 20, 2023

      Submit to present at DEGS 2023

      February 28, 2023

      The Graduate College, in partnership with the Graduate Student Association and Office of Research & Innovation, will host the seventh annual Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars (DEGS) Conference, a FREE, homegrown University-wide conference highlighting Drexel's graduate student research, Thursday, April 20, 2023.

       

      Download a Flyer [PDF]

       

      All Drexel graduate and professional students are encouraged to submit abstracts for posters, orals, or to compete in Drexel’s official Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition by Sunday, March 12. Please review the submission and presentations guidelines on the conference website PRIOR to submitting your abstract.

       

      Submit by March 12

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    • Call for Focus Group Participants

      Call for Focus Group Participants

      February 27, 2023

      Nina Henderson Provost Scholars, in collaboration with the Graduate College, invite graduate and professional students to participate in a focus group, either in-person or virtual, about campus climate and diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI) and belonging within the graduate community.

       

      Download the Flyer [PDF]

       

      Participation in and discussion during these sessions will be kept anonymous and are for internal use only.

      REGISTER

      If you have any questions, please contact the Graduate College at graduatecollege@drexel.edu.

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      Drop-In Resume Review with SCDC

      February 27, 2023

      Did you know that the average employer reviews a resume in 5-15 seconds? That's it! I know it's hard to believe. But, you want to make sure your resume not only stands out, but also quickly and efficiently addresses the qualifications for the job.

      Join Ken Bohrer, Career Counselor with the Steinbright Career Development Center, for drop-in resume review in the Graduate Student Lounge Tuesdays in March. Bring a copy of your resume and any position descriptions or job postings you may be applying for or aspire to. No reservation needed!

      Be sure to visit Steinbright's website to learn more about graduate student career services, or to schedule an appointment with Ken.

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      Submit to Participate in the 2023 Festival of Nations

      February 27, 2023

      The International Graduate Student Association, in partnership with the Graduate Student Association and Graduate College, invites Drexel students to participate in the 2023 Festival of Nations! Festival of Nations is a free, University-wide celebration of international culture and tradition featuring a talent and fashion showcase, games and activities, art, and tastes of international cuisines from Drexel’s international students and organizations.


      Students and organizations interested in participating in the Festival of Nations are invited to submit to 1) perform at the talent showcase, 2) show off their cultural attire at the fashion showcase, and/or 3) host a table to showcase a game or activity from their country or culture, display a traditional art form such as calligraphy or henna, or represent their student organization.


      Submit by April 9

      If you are interested in being an emcee or host for this event, please write and let us know! Feel free to include any prior experience or reasons why you’re interested.

       

      If you have any questions, please email graduatecollege@drexel.edu prior to submitting.

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      Spring Quarter Electives in EDGI

      February 27, 2023

      The Department of Global and International Education (EDGI) in the School of Education is offering two fully online (ONL) electives during the spring quarter. Are you concerned about climate change? Armed conflict? Human rights? Gun violence? Education is our most powerful tool for changing the world. Join us to learn how education can promote peace, social justice, and global citizenship.

      Questions? Contact the course instruction, Jennifer Adams, Associate Professor, at jennifer.adams@drexel.edu.

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    • Image of a sign that says "Now Hiring."

      PT Graduate Assistant Position in Disability Resources

      February 27, 2023

      The Office of Disability Resources, Drexel University is currently looking to hire one part-time graduate student position for assistance with student accommodations.

      The Graduate Assistant, Student Accommodations is an integral team member of Disability Resources and contributes to achieving the mission in advocating for people with disabilities and providing equal opportunities and equal access to education, programs and activities at Drexel University. This position is physically located on the University City Campus.

      Download the Job Description [PDF]

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    • Image of Mario the Dragon on light blue background with text overlap, "Interested in graduate student leadership? We Want You! Involvement Can't Wait"

      Join Us in Building Our Graduate Student Community

      February 24, 2023

      Are you interested in connecting with the campus community and developing leadership skills? Do you want to help enhance the graduate student experience at Drexel?

      Please join Student Life, in partnership with the Graduate College, for a virtual information sessions to learn more about leading or starting a graduate student organization in the coming Academic Year 2023-2024 and the benefits of getting involved.

      Watch the Recording [Drexel Streams] Recording is from Feb. 15, 2023

      Download the Presentation [PDF] Requires Drexel login

      Visit the GSA website for more information. 

      Questions? Contact graduatecollege@drexel.edu

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    • Doctoral Student Newsletter

      February Doctoral Student Newsletter

      February 07, 2023

      The next edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!

      The February edition features:

      • Featured Article - Drexel Celebrates Black History Month
      • Driven Dragons - Doctoral Student Profile: Kelly Wallace
      • Important Dates & Deadlines
      • Upcoming Events
      • News & Opportunities for Doctoral Students
      • Upcoming Doctoral Defenses

      We want to hear from you about your doctoral student experience and advice for others to be featured in future newsletters. Please take a few moments to fill out this Qualtrics form and share your journey!

      We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!

      View/Download the Newsletter [PDF]

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  • January

    • Black History Month

      Drexel Celebrates Black History Month

      January 25, 2023

      Celebrate Black History Month by participating in a variety of programs and events across the University! More to be announced...

      In celebration and recognition of Black History Month, the Graduate College and Graduate Student Association are proud to partner with the Center for Black Culture to offer our February Scholars Share program Feb. 10 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST via Zoom which will honor and feature Black excellence, including members of our Black graduate and professional community and research topics related to Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC).

      Visit the Scholars Share event page for more information about our featured speakers and to register!

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    • Doctoral Student Newsletter

      January Doctoral Student Newsletter

      January 13, 2023

      The next edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!

      The January edition features:

      • Featured Article - Our Commitment to Sustainability
      • Driven Dragons - Doctoral Student Profile: Brittany Wilburn
      • Important Dates & Deadlines
      • Upcoming Events
      • News & Opportunities for Doctoral Students
      • Upcoming Doctoral Defenses

      We want to hear from you about your doctoral student experience and advice for others to be featured in future newsletters. Please take a few moments to fill out this Qualtrics form and share your journey!

      We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!

      View/Download the Newsletter [PDF]

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      Required Title IX Training - Complete by January 29

      January 05, 2023

      New, incoming graduate students are required to complete an online module entitled, "Drexel U Got This! - Graduate Student Training", a sexual and gender-based harassment and misconduct prevention program, in order to be compliant with University policies for the 2022-2023 Academic Year.

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    • Academic News and Key Reminders from the Graduate College

      Academic News & Key Reminders - Winter 2023

      January 05, 2023

      Welcome new graduate students and welcome back returning students!

      As we begin a new calendar year and the winter quarter, the Graduate College would like to remind you of a few important academic dates, deadlines, policies and resources to help you navigate your graduate studies. We recommend you bookmark this information for future reference.

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