Annual Programs and Events

Graduate Education offers annual programming to help our students succeed during and beyond their time at Missouri S&T. Below, you'll find a curated list of events offered each fall and spring semester, providing invaluable opportunities for growth, networking, and skill development.

  • Fall Semester
  • Spring Semester

Fall Semester

Three Minute Thesis competition

Competition Finale: Thursday, November 7th, 2024; in-person AND on Zoom. Registration now open. Visit our 3MT site for detailed information and registration.  

Graduate Policy Grounding: Refresher

Tuesday, October 1st, 2024; 2-4pm, Toomey Hall 140

Pre-register at https://forms.gle/NVDx18zuqeNmVMPv9

Whether you're a new student or need a refresher, join us for this informative session designed to pave the way for your success as a graduate student! This is designed to provide you with essential information about our university's policies, academic advising, procedures, and resources that directly impact your graduate experience. Snacks will be provided; stick around for our graduate trivia and win a prize!

Thesis/Dissertation Formatting Workshop

Friday, October 11th, 2024; 2-4pm, McNutt 234

Pre-register at https://forms.gle/ye5SWBgdZcyTE4Kh9

Join us for an opportunity to learn about formatting your thesis or dissertation using the Word template. Bring your thesis/dissertation for personalized help with formatting! More information about formatting can be found here.

Spooky Fall Festival

Friday, October 25th, 2024; 12-2pm, Outside near the Puck
Join Graduate Education and other departments on campus for this fall festival. There will be games, snacks, pumpkin-painting, and music! 

Spring Semester

Writing an Acknowledgement and Abstract Workshop

Learn how to write an acknowledgement to show appreciation to those who helped you on your academic journey and how to create a clear, concise abstract that outlines the important points brought out in your thesis/dissertation. https://umsystem.zoom.us/j/91775034801?pwd=VGY4WmF1QUdhTFoweEJoUDdMeVlsZz09 

Intellectual Property Workshop: Taking Charge of Your Intellectual Property

An orientation for graduate students to learn about their rights and responsibilities regarding intellectual property and copyright. Visit our website for more info.

  • March 2025 - Time TBD - Toomey Hall 140 (tentatively)  

Thesis/Dissertation Formatting Workshops

There are many opportunities to learn about formatting your thesis or dissertation. More information about formatting can be found here.

Graduate Research Showcase 2025

The Graduate Research Showcase provides an opportunity for graduate students to present their research to the university and wider community, while networking with representatives from key industry employers. Participants will choose to present either a poster or oral presentation in competition for a total of $2,000 in awards in various categories. After the event, there will be an award ceremony where students will be recognized for their outstanding achievements.

  • Details coming soon.

For more information, visit: https://grad.mst.edu/events/graduateresearchshowcase/.  

Graduate Policy Grounding

This session is designed for new incoming graduate students and those seeking a refresher on essential aspects of graduate school. Explore university policies, graduate catalog requirements, and gain valuable tips on navigating your graduate journey successfully. We will also cover forms and deadlines, the registration process, tips on working with your academic advisor and more.           

International Student Support Group

Student Well-Being hosts an International Student Support Group. Enjoy the support of other international students while sharing your experiences of living and studying abroad, build connections, manage stress, cope and thrive in a time of change and uncertainty. To join, email wellbeing@mst.edu or call (573)-341-4211.

Discovery to Commercialization (D2C)

Join us for a seminar series on Discovery to Commercialization "Brown bag" lunch seminar series. Dates and times TBD

Organizer: Timothy L. Faley, PhD, MBA, Assoc. Vice Chancellor of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Commercialization, Missouri University of Science and Technology

900 Innovation Drive, Suite 145, Rolla, MO 65401. Email: TFaley@mst.edu. Phone: 573-341-6725

Past Events

Recorded Workshops and Resources

Title Speaker Length Date Format
How to Write an Abstract Lea Hickerson 9:28 2020 Zoom Video
How to Write an Acknowledgement Lea Hickerson 4:34 2021 Google Slides.webm
Citing with IEEE Lea Hickerson 4:37   Google Slides.webm
Citing with APA Lea Hickerson 4:36   Google Slides.webm
Writing an Effective Syllabus CAFE 19 slides   Google Slides
Grad Student Pandemic Resiliency: Wellbeing/Self-Care   12 slides   Powerpoint
Writing an Acknowledgement and Abstract Workshop Lea Hickerson 38:56 10/2023 Zoom Video
Graduate Support Mini-Conference and Workshop    10:24:17 7/17/24 -7/18/24 YouTube Video