Upcoming Events
Thursday, August 20, 2026
New Graduate Student Campus Tour
1 p.m.
Join fellow grad students for a tour of campus
Graduate School Orientation and Resource Fair
2 p.m.
Learn about the Graduate School’s resources and services, meet fellow graduate students, receive free swag and information from campus and community partners, and get a chance to receive one of 5 raffle packages full of Graduate School swag
Monday, August 24, 2026
Online Student Virtual Meet & Greet Session #1
12 p.m.
Join for a speed networking style session where you will virtually meet other graduate students in 5-minute increments
Online Student Virtual Meet & Greet Session #2
5 p.m.
Join for a speed networking style session where you will virtually meet other graduate students in 5-minute increments
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Navigating Stellic and Your Degree Plan: Extended Orientation Session #1
12 p.m.
Learn about Ball State University’s new degree audit system to help you stay on track of your course plan
Research Integrity, IRB, & Aspire Funding: Extended Orientation Session #2
1 p.m.
Learn about the resources available to you as a graduate student conducting research
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Wellness & Community Resources: Extended Orientation Session #3
12 p.m.
Learn from administrators across campus about the wonderful wellness resources available to you during your journey at Ball State
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Ethical Use of Generative AI: Extended Orientation Session #4
12 p.m.
Learn key considerations for use of generative AI and how to maintain academic integrity as a graduate student
Writing Skills for Grads: Extended Orientation Session #5
1 p.m.
Join for a conversation about writing resources, finding your voice as a writer, and managing your time as a graduate student
Friday, August 28, 2026
Welcome Picnic
4 p.m.
Bring your family, friends, and join for a free meal and time to meet fellow graduate students. If bringing guests, please indicate how many (no more than 5).
Friday, September 4, 2026
Registration Deadline for Write On! Writing Retreat for Graduate Students
All Day Event
Make sure to register for the kick-off the semester with the Write On! Writing Retreat sponsored by the Writing Center & Graduate School
Graduate Student Government Association: General Meeting
5 p.m.
Attend the Graduate Student Government Association (GSGA) general body meeting where you can connect with fellow graduate students.
Friday, September 18, 2026
Write On! Writing Retreat for Graduate Students
All Day Event
Make sure to register for the kick-off the semester with the Write On! Writing Retreat sponsored by the Writing Center & Graduate School
GSGA:Tie-dye Event
5 p.m.
Join fellow graduate students in the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse for a tie-dye event.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
GSGA:Fall Student Mixer
5:30 p.m.
Join fellow graduate students for food and conversation at Roots Burger Bar
Friday, October 2, 2026
Graduate Student Government Association: General Meeting
5 p.m.
Attend the Graduate Student Government Association (GSGA) general body meeting where you can connect with fellow graduate students.
Monday, October 5, 2026
Mental Wellness Matters Fall Session Begins
8 a.m.
Graduate students (online and main campus) meet with each other to discuss important topics related to health and wellness.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Fall 2026 Graduation Application Deadline
All Day Event
To receive your degree at the end of this semester, you must apply to graduate by the deadline, even if you don’t plan to attend the commencement ceremony.
Friday, October 30, 2026
Mental Wellness Matters Fall Session Ends
8 a.m.
Graduate students (online and main campus) meet with each other to discuss important topics related to health and wellness.
Friday, November 6, 2026
Graduate Student Government Association: General Meeting
5 p.m.
Attend the Graduate Student Government Association (GSGA) general body meeting where you can connect with fellow graduate students.
Thursday, November 12, 2026
Fall 2026 Graduate School Final Project Submission Deadline
All Day Event
Deadline for final project submission for RES 697 Research Paper, CRPR 698 Creative Project, THES 698 Thesis, and DISS 799 Doctor’s Dissertation.
Monday, February 1, 2027
Mental Wellness Matters Spring Session Begins
8 a.m.
Graduate students (online and main campus) meet with each other to discuss important topics related to health and wellness.
Wednesday, February 3, 2027
3MT Spring Preliminary Round, Option 2
5:30 p.m.
Three Minute Thesis logoStudents who registered for the 3MT Competition will participate in a preliminary round to determine the top 10 finalists!
Thursday, February 18, 2027
Three Minute Thesis Live Competition
6:30 p.m.
Three Minute Thesis logoThe top 10 finalists from the preliminary rounds will present their 3MT live in front of an audience!
Friday, February 26, 2027
Mental Wellness Matters Spring Session Ends
8 a.m.
Graduate students (online and main campus) meet with each other to discuss important topics related to health and wellness.
Wednesday, March 10, 2027
Spring 2027 Graduation Application Deadline
All Day Event
To receive your degree at the end of this semester, you must apply to graduate by the deadline, even if you don’t plan to attend the commencement ceremony.
Thursday, April 1, 2027
Spring 2027 Graduate School Final Project Submission Deadline
All Day Event
Deadline for final project submission for RES 697 Research Paper, CRPR 698 Creative Project, THES 698 Thesis, and DISS 799 Doctor’s Dissertation.
Thursday, April 15, 2027
GSGA: Spring Student Mixer
5:30 p.m.
Join fellow graduate students for food and conversation at Roots Burger Bar