NSF GRFP provides three years of salary and tuition for Masters and PhD students. 1st and 2nd year grad students and seniors should register or drop in to learn about the award, eligibility, and how to apply. U.S. citizens and permanent residents in 35 STEM fields are welcome. Not sure if this opportunity is for you? Meet with Betty virtually to discuss appropriate programs for you. madige@rpi.edu

Join ISSS for a virtual workshop to learn about the immigration options for life after graduation. Topics include employment, continuing your studies, departing the U.S., and more.

Professor Ali Tajer highlights LaTeX, a high-quality typesetting system; it includes features designed for the production of technical and scientific documentation. LaTeX is the de facto standard for the communication and publication of scientific documents and doctoral dissertations. Seating is limited. Lunch will be served from 12-12:30. This is a hybrid event.

The Off-Campus Commons will be available to ask questions and learn more about the resources available in the Housing Search. Stop by to ask questions and enter the raffle.

Competitive fellowships provide salary and tuition for masters and PhD students. All graduate students, juniors, and seniors will learn how to find and apply to appropriate programs that will fund fall 2025 and beyond. International students are welcome! Register to receive the link to the program. Or request an individual consultation at madige@rpi.edu.

Learn the basics of correct thesis organization and format, appropriate paper attribution and reference citation styles—plus a review of the most commonly found mistakes and ways to avoid them. This workshop is for any student who will be writing an MS thesis or PhD dissertation. Bring your questions! To register for this WebEx eventhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfd4dkT67QkkbBVk129ucvGbZohg0sCTtLD2W60fO7dSjMI2A/viewform?usp=sf_link

Learn about the SMART Scholars Program and the National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Research Fellowship which provide funding for undergraduate and graduate students for up to five years. Learn about post-graduate opportunities to work in DoD labs. Citizens of the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are eligible. Register to attend.

GEM brings together top universities, industry, and national lab partners to support Masters and PhD students for up to five years. Learn about the benefits, explore participating partners, and prepare to apply for the November deadline. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required. Register to receive the link to the virtual program.

ISSS will host a virtual workshop presented by NPZ Group (Nachman Phulwani Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Group, P.C.). Hear from expert immigration lawyers about the visa options after graduation, including H-1B, O-1, and much more!

Learn the basics of correct thesis organization and format, appropriate paper attribution and reference citation styles—plus a review of the most commonly found mistakes and ways to avoid them. This workshop is for any student who will be writing an MS thesis or PhD dissertation. Bring your questions! To register for this WebEx event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSer2BNWyOXoNC3ybGu-nRKOLHHH1N2T-sNPqEPEOSCLYFE_iA/viewform?usp=sf_link

The NSF GRFP is requiring early submission of letters of recommendation this year. They must be submitted by October 11th, although student applications are not due until October 15 – 18. Letter writers should have received an email from NSF with instructions on how to submit. Faculty with any questions may email Betty at madige@rpi.edu.

The Office of Graduate Education & Graduate Experience is excited to invite all graduate students to a special appreciation dinner. Please join us for an evening of delectable cuisine and engaging conversation as we acknowledge your commitment and efforts. Take this opportunity to unwind and mingle with your fellow students. This event offers a platform to connect with Deans and staff in a laid-back setting and cultivate a stronger graduate student community. We can't wait to see you there!

Professor Dorit Nevo shows how a literature review is a document or section of a document that collects key sources on a topic and discusses those sources in conversation with each other. Literature reviews come in many forms. They can be part of a research paper, for example as part of the Introduction section or they can be one chapter of a doctoral dissertation. Seating is limited. Brunch will be served from 8:30-9:00. This is a hybrid event.

Learn the basics of correct thesis organization and format, appropriate paper attribution and reference citation styles—plus a review of the most commonly found mistakes and ways to avoid them. This workshop is for any student who will be writing an MS thesis or PhD dissertation. Bring your questions! To register for this WebEx event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdy_2h7VSSqMqmhB0C1pc8GKEjQ-Qt3Mg0CYrOIywhX1GAp1A/viewform?usp=sf_link

Professor Johan Maharjan presents insight into personal financial management. The core areas of managing personal finance consist of income, spending, investments, & protection. Learn how to work on strategies to manage budgeting, emergency funds, debt, using credit cards, saving for retirement, and much more. Seating is limited. Lunch will be served from 12-12:30. This is a hybrid event.

Complete thesis or dissertation research, earn a graduate degree, or teach English in one of 140 countries. Students with a bachelors and ready to travel fall of 2026 are encouraged to attend this session discussing how to select and apply for an award. U.S. citizenship required. Register or drop in to attend.

Will Fahey shows how conflict management uses processes, tools, and skills to find creative and respectful ways to manage disagreements and disputes. It includes the ability to resolve conflict collaboratively through effective communication skills, such as active listening and assertive speaking. Seating is limited. Lunch will be served from 12-12:30.