Events and Workshops
On-going Spring 2026
Graduate Writing Circle Drop-In (in-person & virtual)
Wednesdays, from 1 to 4 p.m. (January 21 through April 29, 2026 with the exception of March 11 for Spring Break)
West Walwood Hall Lobby (outside of the Graduate College entrance)
Drop-In Writing Circle assists graduate students who are seeking accountability, community, and a dedicated space to work on their dissertation or thesis projects or to work on class papers and projects. Participants gather weekly. This is an accountability group, not a peer review session, and as such offers support for your writing process. Free coffee and snacks are provided.
The first session launched Wednesday, Jan. 21, and will continue meeting weekly through Wednesday, April 29 for Spring 2026 (exceptions: Spring Break, March 11). Signup to attend here.
We also offer drop-in hours virtually on Wednesdays starting 1 to 4 p.m. Join each week as you are able.
WMU Employee Graduate Education Information Sessions (in-person, for WMU employees only)
WMU employees receive excellent benefits from the University and are encouraged to pursue educational opportunities. The tuition remission program allows employees with fulltime benefits eligibility to take graduate courses tuition free. Sign up for an in-person informational session hosted by the WMU Graduate College to learn more about graduate program options, including application deadlines and requirements. If there is no registration, the session will be canceled that month, so be sure to register in advance! Info sessions will be held in the Graduate College located in West Walwood Hall, East Campus. Beverages will be provided.
- Wednesday, March 18, 10 a.m.
Click here to register for one of our information sessions.
February 2026
Graduate Student Meetup
Friday, February 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Game Room, WMU Student Center
The WMU Graduate College is hosting a free event called the Graduate Student Meetup to gather new and returning grad students to enjoy free games and free food!
Date/time: Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Game Room, WMU Student Center
RSVP: Click to RSVP in ExperienceWMU
Graduate College Formatting Workshops
Tuesday, February 24, at 11 a.m.
Thursday, February 26, at 1 p.m.
Three Minute Thesis Spring 2026 Competition (3MT)
Wednesday, February 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. (competition 1 to 2 p.m., reception to follow)
Graduate Student Commons (Room 3028), Waldo Library
The 3MT Competition celebrates the exciting research done by students around the world. In WMU's version of the 3MT Competition, hosted by the Graduate Student Association, graduate students from all disciplines are invited to apply to present their research ideas, theses, and dissertations. Come cheer on your friends and hear about the research projects graduate students are conducting! The 3MT competition will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. with a reception to follow from 2 to 3 p.m.
This competition serves as a platform for graduate students to:
- Professionally develop their research
- Develop presentation skills
- Promote and showcase the research conducted by WMU graduate students
- Increase students' capacity to effectively explain their research in just three minutes
Pickleball | Graduate Student Meetup
Friday, February 27, from 3 to 5 p.m.
WMU Student Recreation Center (SRC), Main Campus
Join us on Friday, Feb. 27, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the pickleball courts located inside the WMU Student Recreation Center (SRC), Main Campus. This is a free event to play pickleball and socialize with your fellow graduate student friends and peers!
- New to pickleball? Free pickleball lessons will be given by the SRC staff.
- Not sure if you are a member of the SRC? Bring your WMU Bronco student ID card to enter for free! There are no fees for grad students or their family members.
- No experience needed! Come play… or just cheer and chat on the sidelines. Let’s build connections on and off the court!
This is an open play opportunity for pickleball players of all levels to enjoy being active and to socialize with other grad students! Free pizza and water will be provided. Upon arrival, participants will complete the WMU intramural league registration. This event is co-sponsored by the WMU Graduate College and the WMU Student Recreation Center.
March 2026
Master of Science in Finance Information Session
Wednesday, March 3, from 6 to 7 p.m. ET (attend virtually or in-person in Room 3250, Schneider Hall, WMU Haworth College of Business)
Join faculty and program leaders to learn about the WMU Haworth Master of Science in Finance (M.S.F.), including information about how the program can help accelerate your career and build your professional network, as well as information on our program features. This session is offered in a hybrid format allowing you to attend virtually on Zoom or in-person in Room 3250, Schneider Hall, home to the WMU Haworth College of Business. Receive a fee application waiver code when you register and attend an info session. (Note: registration and attendance are required to receive the waiver code.)
Click here to register for the info session.
Cybersecurity Graduate Information Session
Wednesday, March 4, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Virtual
Attend this information session to learn about the WMU master's degree in Cybersecurity, a 30-credit online program that can be completed in as little as 20 months.
Click here to register for the session.
Indoor Rock Climbing | Graduate Student Meetup
Friday, March 20, from 3 to 5 p.m.
WMU Student Recreation Center (SRC), Main Campus
Join us for a free, fun-filled indoor rock climbing activity! Whether you're scaling the walls or cheering from below, this event is about connecting with other graduate students. All experience levels are welcome! Check out the climbing wall here.