Graduate Student Events
Our graduate events calendar is designed to support student success by offering a range of opportunities in key areas. Graduate students can participate in events that promote health and wellbeing, enhance career planning skills, advance research capabilities, and foster academic preparedness. Each event is thoughtfully tailored to help students thrive in both their academic and professional pursuits. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have about upcoming events at the Graduate College.
Game Night (Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Students)
Take a break and celebrate the final night of Graduate Student Appreciation Week with dinner and games! We’ll be serving a casual dinner featuring deli sandwiches, pasta salad, and desserts. While you eat, enjoy a variety of board games, card games, and more. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for some fun, there's something for everyone! Register for Game Night today so you don't miss out on this fun opportunity to unwind and have a blast. We can't wait to see you there!
Dissertation Defense: Cherilyn Nunn
Bagwell College of Education announces the Dissertation Defense of Cherilyn Nunn Ed.D. in Secondary and Middle Grades Education, Middle Grades Science Date: April 7, 2026 at 10:45 a.m. Location: Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 250 053 087 200 96 Passcode: JR9d4CY6 Committee: Chair: Dr. Rachel E. Gaines Committee Members: Dr. Iván Jorrín Abellan and Dr. Preethi TituDissertation Defense: Lee Shinaberger
Coles College of Business announces the Dissertation Defense of: Mr. Lee Shinaberger Ph.D. in Business Administration April 8, 2026, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. KSU Center, Room 461 Dissertation Committee: Chair: Dr. Andrew Trotman Second: Dr. Divesh Sharma Reader: Dr. Velina Popova
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- 4WednesdayDissertation Defense: Shannon Thompson Lawson11:30am
Bagwell College of Education
Department of Education Leadership Announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 11:30 a.m.
Microsoft Teams
Meeting ID: 277 863 585 298 4Passcode: jz9GE6ez
Shannon Thompson Lawson
Candidate for The Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership
Dissertation Title:
Secondary Teachers’ Perceptions of Professional Development and Learning
Dissertation Committee:
Chair: Dr. Nicholas Clegorne
Members: Dr. Arvin Johnson and Dr. Albert Jimenez
- 5Thursday3MT Bootcamp on 3/5/26: Marietta Campus4:00pmat Norton Hall, 2nd Floor Conference Room
Students in programs with a thesis or dissertation are invited to join us for a workshop on mastering 3MT slide design, public speaking, and presenting your research in just three minutes to a non-specialist audience.
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- 12ThursdayDissertation Defense: Tyler Kinner1:00pm
Bagwell College of Education, Department of Secondary and Middle Grades Announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1 p.m.
Meeting ID: 859 9668 7178
Passcode: JDb28g
Tyler Kinner
Candidate for Doctor of Education in Secondary & Middle Grades Education, Chemistry
Dissertation Title:
Examining Teacher Pedagogical Content Knowledge in Response to Student Interpretations of a Particulate-Level Animation
Dissertation Committee:
Chair: Dr. Kimberly Cortes
Members: Dr. Brendan Callahan and Dr. Michelle Head
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- 15SundayDeadline: Correct Formatting of Dissertation5:00pm
Deadline for permission to walk in commencement (and graduate in the current semester)
March 15
- Correct formatting of your dissertation is required for acceptance into Digital Commons.
- Review the Dissertation Template and Formatting information in the tab below
- Submit a working draft of your dissertation to check for accessibility and correct template formatting to prevent unnecessary future changes to your dissertation
- 16MondayDissertation Defense: Laura Faris10:00am
Bagwell College of Education, Department of Secondary and Middle Grades Announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Monday, March 16, 2026, 10 a.m.
Microsoft Teams
Teams Meeting ID: 227 591 331 075 86
Teams Meeting Passcode: gz9P48EeLaura Faris
Candidate for Doctor of Education in Secondary & Middle Grades Education, History
Dissertation Title:
Teachers’ Perceptions on the WIDA Framework to Support Academic Literacy in Multilingual Learners
Dissertation Committee:
Chair: Dr. Guichun Zong
Members: Dr. Anete Vásquez and Dr. Beth Marks
- 17TuesdayGrad Pad Connection: A Roommate Mixer4:30pmat Prillaman Health Sciences, HS 1001
All KSU Grad Students are invited to join this event hosted by Wellbeing@KSU on March 17, 2026, for Roommate Bingo, Speed Friending, and more.
- Meet new faces
- Make real connections
- Find your next roommate
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
4:30 - 7 p.m.
Prillaman Hall, Room HS1001Please complete this Matching Survey by Monday, March 2, 2026.
If you have questions or need additional information, please email: studentaffairs@kennesaw.edu
- 18WednesdayVirtual 3MT Bootcamp 3/18/266:00pm
Students in programs with a thesis or dissertation are invited to join us for an online workshop on mastering 3MT slide design, public speaking, and presenting your research in just three minutes to a non-specialist audience.
Virtual 3MT Bootcamp Registration and login info. - 19ThursdayHow to Format Your Dissertation/Thesis5:00pm
Please join us for a workshop and review how to prepare your dissertation or thesis for final submission after your successful defense. This workshop will focus on the requirements of the template and how to ensure that your submitted manuscript is accepted in time for your graduation.
It is recommended that anyone planning to graduate this semester attend this workshop.
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Students in programs with a thesis or dissertation are invited to join us for a workshop on mastering 3MT slide design, public speaking, and presenting your research in just three minutes to a non-specialist audience.
- 24TuesdayDissertation Defense: Patrick Leahy4:15pmat Bagwell Education Building, 415
Bagwell College of Education
Department of Secondary and Middle Grades Announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Wednesday, March 24, 2026, 4:15 p.m.
Bagwell Education Building, Room 415
Patrick Leahy
Candidate for Doctor of Education in Secondary & Middle Grades Education, History
Dissertation Committee:
Chair: Dr. Nefertari Yancie
Members: Dr. Theresa Alviar and Dr. Erin Adams
Deadline to Register for 2026 3MT Competition5:00pmat Prillaman Health Sciences, HS1105
The Three Minute Thesis is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland. The exercise develops academic, presentation, and research communication skills and supports the development of students' capacities to effectively explain their research in a language appropriate to an intelligent but non-specialist audience. Master's and Doctoral students have three minutes to present a compelling oration on their thesis or dissertation topic and it's significance.
Who's Eligible? Currently enrolled master's and doctoral students at KSU who have key results in their thesis or dissertation. Students who have already graduated from KSU are not eligible.
Rules: A single static PowerPoint slide is permitted. No slide transitions, animations, or “movement’ of any description are allowed. The slide is to be presented from the beginning of the oration. No Additional electronic media (e.g., sound and video files) are permitted. No additional props (e.g., costumes, musical instruments, laboratory equipment) are permitted. Presentations are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes, and competitors exceeding this time are disqualified. Presentations are to be spoken word (e.g., no poems, raps, or songs) Presentations are to commence from the stage. Presentations are considered to have commenced when the presenter starts the presentation through either movement or speech. The decision of the adjudicating panel is final.
Deadline extended to Register for the 2026 3MT Competition: March 24, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Deadline to submit slides: March 27, 2026 at 5 p.m.Send slide to: gradcollege@kennesaw.edu
Visit Graduate College Website for 3MT Competition information.+1Dissertation Defense: Jennifer Gardner5:30pmBagwell College of Education, Department of Secondary and Middle Grades Announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
Microsoft Teams
Meeting ID: 213 795 283 921 20
Passcode: h4Hr6TG3Jennifer Gardner
Candidate for Doctor of Education in Secondary & Middle Grades Education, Secondary English
Dissertation Committee:
Chair: Dr. Anete Vásquez
Members: Dr. Beth Marks and Dr.Camille Sutton-Brown-Fox - 25WednesdayDissertation Defense: Jennifer Givens1:30pm
Bagwell College of Education
Department of Secondary and Middle Grades Announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Jennifer Givens
Candidate for Doctor of Education in
English Education
Dissertation Committee:
Dr. Mei-Lin Chang (Chair)
Dr. Robert Montgomery
Dr. Anete Vasquez
Join via Teams Meeting
Meeting ID: 236 174 692 000 49
Passcode: xE6rz62b
- 26ThursdayQPR Suicide Prevention Training for Graduate Students12:00pm
Instructor-led, 60 minutes. QPR is designed to help you recognize someone who may be considering suicide and consist of three life-saving skills.
QUESTION...the person about suicide.
PERSUADE...the person to get help and,
REFER...the person to the appropriate resource.Three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Take the first step in saving lives by signing up for innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training utilized around the world.
Sign up today by using the QPR Training registration form.
- 27FridayDissertation Defense: Tessy Pereira11:30am
The Secondary and Middle Grades Education department is pleased to announce the dissertation defense of
Tessy Pereira
Ed.D. Candidate for Secondary and Middle Grades Education, Mathematics
Friday, March 27, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Zoom (https://kennesaw-edu.zoom.us/j/89819979127)
Passcode: Yxi2A2
The dissertation committee:
Dr. David Glassmeyer (chair),
Dr. Rachel Gaines, and Dr. Tiffany Roman
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Bagwell College of Education, Department of Secondary and Middle Grades Announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Monday, March 30, 2026, 1 p.m.
Bagwell Education Building, Room 368
Jordanna Marie Jones
Candidate for Doctor of Education in Secondary & Middle Grades Education, History
Dissertation Committee:
Chair: Dr. Megan Adams
Members:Dr. Nicole Guillory and Dr. Sohyun An
Graduate Student Appreciation Week Kickoff on Kennesaw Campus 3/30/264:00pmMeet us at the Carmichael Student Center in front of the University Rooms on the Kennesaw Campus on Monday, March 30, from 4-6 p.m. to kick off Graduate Student Appreciation Week. We will be there to answer your questions and hand out Graduate College swag to all current graduate students who stop by.
+1Graduate Student Appreciation Week Kickoff on Marietta Campus 3/30/264:30pmat Atrium Building, LobbyThe Graduate College will have a table set up in the Atrium "J" Building on Monday, March 30, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. to kick off Graduate Student Appreciation Week. We will be there to answer your questions and hand out snacks and Graduate College swag to all current graduate students who stop by.
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Bagwell College of Education Announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 410-11:30 a.m.
Amber Wilson
Dissertation Committee:
Chair: Dr. Melissa Driver
Members: Dr. Ethel King-McKenzie and Dr. Keneisha HarringtonMicrosoft Teams
Meeting ID: 290 260 712 981 99
Passcode: bS9C5ZJ9Dissertation Defense: Tiffany Jackson12:30pmBagwell College of Education announces the Dissertation Defense of
Tiffany Jackson
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership
March 31, 2026 at 12:30 p.m.
Chair: Albert M. Jimenez
Committee Members: Sheryl Croft and Nicholas Clegorne
+2“Wok and Roll” Stir Fry Cooking Demo - For Graduate Students5:00pmat Siegel Student Recreation & Activities Center, 1220This event is for Graduate Students Only (Master's, Specialists, and Doctoral).
Do you follow a plant-based diet? No problem! Are you a meat and dairy lover? No problem! Come one, come all, and gear up for the food fight: plant-based vs. traditional.
A team will make Sausage Stir Fry, and a team will make Tofu & Veggie Stir Fry. Who will emerge victorious? Taste them both and make the call!
Cooking demos are a hands-on class where you will learn how to make delicious, budget-friendly meals. Sign up for the Cooking Demo today! Space is limited and registration is required.
Dissertation Defense: Kahliah Rachel6:30pmBagwell College of Education Announces the Dissertation Defense of:
Kahliah Rachel
Ed.D. in Educational Leadership
March 31, 2026, 6:30-8 p.m.
Chair: Dr. Sheryl J. Croft
Committee Members: Dr. Chinasa Elue and Dr. Nichole Guillory
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- 1WednesdayWine and Cheese Reception (Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Students)7:00pmat Convocation Center, CC3026 - Superior Plumbing Hospitality Suite
Drop in for an evening of camaraderie and conversation at the Graduate College's Wine and Cheese Reception. It’s a delightful opportunity to unwind, connect with fellow students, and savor a selection of wines and cheeses. Let’s raise a glass to celebrate our academic journey together. See you there! (Graduate students only. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted.)
Wednesday, April 1
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Superior Plumbing Hospitality Suite (Room CC3026) - 2ThursdayDissertation Defense: Diona Brown11:30am
Bagwell College of Education Announces the Disserttion Defense of:
Diona Brown
Ed.D. in Educational LeadershipApril 2, 2026, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Chair: Dr. Sheryl J. Croft
Committee Members: Dr. Keneshia Harrington and Dr. Albert Jimenez
2026 Graduate 3MT Competition and Reception5:30pmat Prillaman Health Sciences, HS1105Come cheer on the brilliant competitors in this year's Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition!
📅 Date: April 2, 2026
🕠 Time: 5:30 p.m.
🏢 Location: Prillaman Health Sciences Building, Room HS1105
Exciting news: The audience also gets to vote for their favorite contestant!
Following the competition, join us for a reception in the Indoor Plaza to enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres and await the announcement of winners!The Three Minute Thesis is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland. The exercise develops academic, presentation, and research communication skills and supports the development of students' capacities to effectively explain their research in a language appropriate to an intelligent but non-specialist audience. Master's and Doctoral students have three minutes to present a compelling oration on their thesis or dissertation topic and its significance.
Register to attend as an audience member by filling out the 3MT Competition and Reception form.
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Interested in competing?
Visit Graduate College Website for 3MT Competition information.Registration deadline to compete in the 2026 3MT Competition: March 23, 2026, at 5 p.m.
- 3FridayDissertation Defense: Cheryl Bentham10:30am
Bagwell College of Education Announces the Dissertation Defense of:
Cheryl Bentham
Ed.D. in Teacher Leadership
April 3, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
Chair: Albert M. Jimenez
Committee Members: Chinasa Elue and Nicholas Clegorne
Game Night (Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Students)4:00pmat Stingers Dining Hall, Executive Dining RoomTake a break from your studies and join us for an epic Game Night!
We’ll be serving a casual dinner featuring deli sandwiches, pasta salad, and desserts. While you eat, enjoy a variety of board games, card games, and more. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for some fun, there's something for everyone!
Register for Game Night today so you don't miss out on this fun opportunity to unwind and have a blast. We can't wait to see you there!
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Bagwell College of Education announces the Dissertation Defense of
Cherilyn Nunn
Ed.D. in Secondary and Middle Grades Education, Middle Grades Science
Date: April 7, 2026 at 10:45 a.m.
Location: Microsoft Teams
Meeting ID: 250 053 087 200 96
Passcode: JR9d4CY6
Committee:
Chair: Dr. Rachel E. Gaines
Committee Members: Dr. Iván Jorrín Abellan and Dr. Preethi Titu
- 8WednesdayDissertation Defense: Lee Shinaberger10:00amat KSU Center, 461
Coles College of Business announces the Dissertation Defense of:
Mr. Lee Shinaberger
Ph.D. in Business Administration
April 8, 2026, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
KSU Center, Room 461
Dissertation Committee:
Chair: Dr. Andrew Trotman
Second: Dr. Divesh Sharma
Reader: Dr. Velina Popova
- 9ThursdayGSA Spring Picnic4:00pm
Join fellow graduate students for an evening of casual networking and outdoor games. Meet new people, build community, and enjoy a relaxed spring atmosphere at The Rock on the Marietta campus.
Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 4–6 p.m.
Location: Slap Rock, Marietta Campus (MFO5)Event hosted by the Graduate Student Association (GSA): graduatestudentassoc@kennesaw.edu
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- 15WednesdayLibrary Tips and Tools for Graduate Students12:00pm
Register for this workshop with Dr. Kristina Clement and learn the tips and tools you need as a graduate student to navigate your library research successfully.
Sign up today by using the Tips and Tools registration link. Logon information will be given after registration.
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Connect with alumni from the Computer Science, MBA, MPA, and Integrated Global Communications programs in a brunch-style networking setting. This event will feature informal conversations, mentoring-focused discussions, and opportunities to explore career paths and professional experiences across programs.
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Carmichael Student Center – 333 The Loft Lounge, Kennesaw Campus
Event is hosted by the Graduate Student Association (GSA): graduatestudentassoc@kennesaw.edu
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- 21TuesdayScholarly Publishing and Research 101 Workshop1:00pm
KSU Libraries presents this workshop where you will learn the basics of scholarly publishing and research at the graduate level.
Sign up today by filling out the Publishing & Research workshop form.Dissertatin Defense: Alise Eve Cremonini2:00pmBagwell College of Education Announces the Dissertation Defense of:
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Ed.D. in Secondary and Middle Grades Education
April 21, 2026, 2 p.m.
Meeting ID: 247 165 611 808 30
Passcode: gD6FA9fh
Chairs: Dr. Mei-Lin Chang and Dr. Rachel Gaines
Committee Members: Dr. Mei Lin Chang, Dr. Rachel Gaines and Dr. Johari Harris
- 22WednesdayStudent Loan Repayment Workshop Hosted by Delta Community Credit Union1:00pm
Don't miss this online workshop with Ryan Behrens from Delta Community Credit Union for information on how to repay your student loan debt.
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 1-2 p.m.
Microsoft TeamsMeeting ID: 247 118 764 468 80
Passcode: Pq7TM6Wo - 23ThursdayDissertation Defense: Davis Brown2:00pmat KSU Center, 461
Coles College of Business announces a dissertation defense of:
Davis Brown
Ph.D. in Business Administration
April 23, 2026, 2-4 p.m.
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Dissertation Committee:
- Chair: Dr. Patrick Fennell
- Second: Dr. Pramod Iyer
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Coles College of Business announces a dissertation defense of:
Matthew Maylath
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April 27, 2026, 9-11 a.m.
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Dissertation Committee:
- Chair: Dr. Hyungshin Park
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This event is intended for graduate students engaged in research or interested in research across disciplines. Activities will include informal networking, optional conversation prompts, and a brief feedback activity to gather input on future graduate research programming. The event will follow a relaxed, drop-in format to encourage connection and discussion among attendees. Light snacks, coffee, and tea will be provided.
Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Academic Learning Center (ALC) 5104 – Classroom
This event is hosted by the Graduate Research Community and the Graduate Student Association: graduatestudentassoc@kennesaw.edu
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Final Exam SnackTime 🍎📚
Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: May 5, 6 & 7
Time: 5–6 PM
Where: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Marietta campus in Norton Hall, 2nd Floor)
Marietta: Final Exam Snack Time for Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Students5:00pmat Norton Hall, 2nd floorFinal Exam SnackTime 🍎📚
Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: May 5, 6, and 7
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta campus)Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Kennesaw campus in the Academic Learning Center, Room 3550)
- 6WednesdayKennesaw: Final Exam Snack Time for Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Students5:00pmat Academic Learning Center
Final Exam SnackTime 🍎📚
Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: May 5, 6 & 7
Time: 5–6 PM
Where: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Marietta campus in Norton Hall, 2nd Floor)
Marietta: Final Exam Snack Time for Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Students5:00pmat Norton Hall, 2nd floorFinal Exam SnackTime 🍎📚
Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: May 5, 6, and 7
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta campus)Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Kennesaw campus in the Academic Learning Center, Room 3550)
- 7ThursdayKennesaw: Final Exam Snack Time for Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Students5:00pmat Academic Learning Center
Final Exam SnackTime 🍎📚
Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: May 5, 6 & 7
Time: 5–6 PM
Where: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Marietta campus in Norton Hall, 2nd Floor)
Marietta: Final Exam Snack Time for Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Students5:00pmat Norton Hall, 2nd floorFinal Exam SnackTime 🍎📚
Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: May 5, 6, and 7
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta campus)Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Kennesaw campus in the Academic Learning Center, Room 3550)
- 8FridayDeadline: Submit your Dissertation Defense Outcome form5:00pm
Deadline for permission to walk in commencement (and graduate in the current semester)
May 8, 2026
- Submit your Dissertation Defense Outcome form (successful with no revisions) to the Graduate College.
- Upload Dissertation to Digital Commons for final review.
- The above will ensure that you can participate in Commencement, receive guest tickets, and have your name in the program.
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Deadline for permission to walk in commencement (and graduate in the current semester)
May 14, 2026, by Noon
- The final approved dissertation must be accepted by Digital Commons with no revisions.
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December 2026
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29Sunday
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30Monday
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January 2027
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27Sunday
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28Monday
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29Tuesday
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30Wednesday
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31Thursday
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February 2027
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31Sunday
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