Workshops & Events

Graduate & Postdoctoral Success (GPS) distributes the Graduate Navigator newsletter to all graduate students, automatically, at least twice per semester. Additionally, we have a monthly opt-in distribution with information regarding upcoming events and workshops through the GPS Compass. Stay up-to-date by following us on social media and subscribing to the GPS Compass.

Pathway to Grad Student Success: Summer Series

July & August 2026
Virtual

Get a jumpstart on your next term and set yourself up for success as a grad student! The sessions have been designed for the convenience of grad students – small time commitment, big impact. These events are open to all graduate and professional students, both new students and continuing students.

Jumpstart to Teaching Skills

August 3-14, 2026
BU Medical Campus

Jumpstart to Teaching Skills (J2TS) is designed to provide graduate students and postdocs – especially those with limited or no opportunities to be teaching assistants, teaching fellows, or postdocs with teaching responsibilities – with foundational knowledge and skills related to teaching and teaching-intensive faculty roles in the future. It is designed for those interested in a wide variety of future career paths.

Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week 2026

Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week is our opportunity to show our grad and professional student some additional gratitude. Below is a list of events curated for graduate and professional students across the Charles River campus, Medical campus, and online. These events are open to all graduate and professional students, regardless of campus affiliation! Please note that registration may be required for some events.

2025 Graduate Resource Fair

Wednesday, September 10, 11 am – 2 pm
Metcalf Ballroom, George Sherman Union

The Graduate Resource Fair is an annual event for graduate students to connect with essential University resources, discover exciting student groups, and learn about campus activities. This is your chance to explore everything the Charles River Campus has to offer and make the most of your graduate school experience.