Graduate Writing and Project Management Retreat: Plan, Write, Reflect
January 24, 9:00am to 1:00pm

Join us for a high-engagement, virtual retreat designed to help graduate students make meaningful progress on long-term academic projects. Through guided sessions on writing routines, drafting strategies, and project planning, participants will set goals, engage in focused writing, and build sustainable habits for scholarly productivity.

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Applications are required as a limited number of spots are available. For more information, contact Mary Ann Warren (mkolls@niu.edu).  Apply today!

Quinncia + Resume, Mock Interview and LinkedIn: Level up with your AI Tools Webinar

December 3, 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Zoom

Wrap up the semester by taking your career readiness to the next level on Wednesday, Dec. 3 from noon to 1 p.m. This webinar covers Quinncia’s resume, mock interview, and LinkedIn tools - all in one session. Learn how these resources help you present your best self on paper, online, and in person. Perfect for students preparing for internships, job searches, or graduate school applications.

How to Use Your Master’s to Change Careers

December 10, 1:00pm to 1:30pm

Are you completing a master’s degree to help you change career fields? As a career changer, you face unique challenges in your job search. You might not have a network in your new field of interest, or you might worry that hiring managers won’t consider your previous experience as relevant to your new field.

So, how do you make the case that you have the credentials, skills, AND experience to break into your new career field?

Join Beyond Graduate School for this webinar where you’ll learn:

Register to attend!

Scholarly Stitch Circle
December 9, 4:00-5:00 pm

Join us at Founders Memorial Library to sip tea, work on yarn crafts, eat cookies, and discuss research and writing. The Scholarly Stitch Circle is more than just a knitting group; it's a community-building endeavor, fostering connections within the NIU community.

Experience anxiety reduction in this informal setting, where the dual focus on crafting and conversation alleviates the stress associated with scholarship. Embrace interdisciplinary collaboration as you knit your way to innovative research partnerships. As a bonus, discover and reinforce valuable research and writing support services available at the University Libraries and the University Writing Center. Join us in weaving a tapestry of creativity, camaraderie, and scholarly exploration!

In the Library's Lower Level Staff Lounge, behind Einstein's. All are welcome. Some supplies will be available, along with tea and cookies. No experience is necessary. While this is not a "how to" knit or crochet workshop, there may be participants able to help if you're a novice.

Course Registration Open for Spring 2026

Registration for Spring 2026 is now open! Please visit registration and records for more information.

Attention Thesis and Dissertation Writing Students

If you have begun your courses numbered 699 or 799, you must maintain continuous enrollment in them per the Graduate Catalog. If you have previously enrolled in 699/799 hours and are not on an approved leave of absence, enroll in your spring 699/799 hours through MyNIU right away. For more information please visit the Thesis and Dissertation Office website.

 

Jennifer McBride
Online digital marketing graduate student

Even though I am not on campus, I feel like I have a good idea about what is going on in DeKalb. I have always felt connected. I could take advantage of opportunities if I am available. I am not excluded just because of distance or age. I like that I get the “college experience” in my 40s.