Deadline for GRADHelp Tax Assistance

Your 2024 Federal and Illinois State taxes are due by Tuesday, April 15! If you have tax-related questions and need assistance, please be sure to email them to gradhelp@uchicago.edu by Thursday, April 10. Because of the high volume of tax questions we always receive right before the filing deadline, we cannot guarantee we’ll be able to answer questions sent after April 10 before taxes are due on April 15. But anything sent to us by end-of-day Thursday, April 10 will be answered by end-of-day Monday, April 14 (or earlier!)

Not sure where to start with preparing you tax returns? If you haven’t already, please look at our updated tax information sessions where the Graduate Administrative Services team go over the differences between filing as a resident or nonresident for tax purposes. Trust us – there are a lot! 

We also have a robust FAQ where we answer some of the more common questions we receive related to taxes, and separate tabs which can walk you through filing a state tax return in Illinois and how to make a tax treaty claim with the university.

Read more about our resources.

GRADUCon International 2025
Friday, April 4, 8:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m., Virtual
Careers in Asia (GRADUCon International 2025) 
Thursday, April 10, 8:00–9:00 p.m., Virtual

International graduate students and postdocs are invited to GRADUCon International, a virtual career conference that helps you reflect upon and navigate your professional goals. The event features panel discussions with UChicago alumni who have overcome limited immigration options and built careers in Asia, Europe, and the United States. Panelists will reflect upon their own career decision-making processes and provide you with practical advice for navigating immigration systems, cultural norms, and more.

Weekly Crafternoons       
Friday, April 4, 3:30–4:30 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ   

Join us every Friday of Spring Quarter for art-making and visiting. All ages are welcome. There will be a simple craft, along with a coloring corner, toys for pre-crafters, and coffee and snacks for all. And if you don't have children, but just love crafts and good company, you can come, too! And join us every Tuesday from 11:00–11:45 a.m. for Stories in the Bookstore.

IGSAB Tax Filing Drop-In III
Monday, April 7, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

t's tax season! If you were present in the U.S. in 2024, you are required to file tax forms with the government, and the information below will help determine what you may need to do to complete this process. Also, do note that this is a support group and not one with instruction, so there will not be any individual tax advice, but a space to hold people together to file taxes and support each other with the process!

Go Abroad with Fulbright
Tuesday, April 8, 3:00–4:00 p.m., Zoom

What exactly is 'the Fulbright'? How can a Fulbright help my career? Would I be a competitive applicant for this well-known fellowship? Whether interested in research, study or teaching abroad, the Fulbright is an opportunity to pursue your professional goals around the world. We will talk about the different types of Fulbright and what you can do to prepare for the next competition cycle.

Career Support Space Drop-Ins for International Students         
Friday, April 11, 12:00–2:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ          

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) has partnered with UChicagoGRAD and Office of International Affairs (OIA), to create a community space for graduate students in lieu of the uncertain job search prospects that many are facing now. Seek fellow company with peers following GRADUCon and GRADUCon International, and drop in to chat specifically about visas, careers, and seeking support. Representatives from OIA, OMSA and UChicagoGRAD will be there to answer your questions. All are welcome to join! International snacks will be provided as you bond and mingle.

Domestic and international graduate students are eligible to apply for on-campus jobs.

GRAD Services Specialist - UChicagoGRAD

Operations Assistant, UL Health Lab- Federal Work Study - University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy

Graduate Program Assistant - Data Science for Social Impact - UChicago Physical Sciences Division

Maroon Tutor Match - UChicago Neighborhood Schools Program

Film Project Team Member, STAGE Center (AY 2024–25+Summer) - STAGE Center

Student Computing Assistant - MA Programs in the Social Sciences, University of Chicago

UChicagoGRAD Career Development Internship (STEM) - UChicagoGRAD

Spring Soirée
Saturday, May 3

Missed out on your Spring Soirée ticket Round 1? Round 2 tickets open on 4/11 at 5pm on our Eventbrite, subsidized by Graduate Council for only $5 more that Round 1 prices. This exclusive, formal affair on May 3 from 7-11 pm at the Museum of Science and Industry is the perfect way to close out the year. Think glistening cocktails, enchanting music, and a night of dancing beneath dazzling lights in one of Chicago’s most iconic venues. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of sophistication and revelry.  Set your alarms for 4/11 at 5 pm to grab your Round 2 ticket!

Putt-Putt at the Puttery
Friday, April 18

Get your putt-putt on at the Puttery in Fulton Market for a one-of-a-kind night of mini golf, good food, and great company on Friday, April 18 from 7:00–9:00 PM. This isn't your typical mini golf experience—the Puttery offers a modern, high-energy atmosphere with immersive, themed courses that make for the perfect night out. You’ll enjoy a free round of 9-hole mini golf, non-alcoholic beverages, and a complimentary beer or wine to sip while you play. To keep you fueled between shots, we’re also serving up a delicious spread of handheld shareables, including chips and dip, veggie tostadas, and mini poke bowls. Whether you’re showing off your short game or just in it for the vibes, this is a fantastic chance experience one of Fulton Market’s most popular spots. Registration for this event opens at 5 pm tomorrow on the Graduate Council Eventbrite!

Missed getting a ticket, but still want a chance to join in on the fun? Join the waitlist for these sold-out events on the Graduate Council Eventbrite!

ACS Presents: Being the President's Lawyer with a Former White House Counsel
Thursday, April 10, 12:15–1:20 p.m., University of Chicago Law School, 1111 E. 60th, Room E

Former White House Counsel Neil Eggleston will be speaking to ACS about his career working across both the public and private spheres. In particular, he will discuss his experience working with President Obama at the highest levels of the executive branch.

The Revival of Japanese Marxism in the 21st Century
Friday, April 4, 5:00–6:30 p.m., International House, 1414 E 59th St

This year's 18th Annual Tetsuo Najita Distinguished Lecture in Japanese Studies will be delivered by the University of Tokyo's Kohei Saito who is Associate Professor of Philosophy. See registration page for lecture abstract.

Balkan Rhythms: Lecture, Workshop, Performance and Exhibit by Chicago Folk Dance Ensemble “Balkanski lgri”
Sunday, April 6, 1:30 p.m., Ida Noyes Hall, Third floor theater, 1212 E 59th St

Folk music from the Balkans is best known for its uneven beats, such as 5/16, 9/16, 11/16. Join us to learn how the locals count and how to dance to it!

Global Changemakers: Fireside Chat
Monday, April 7, 12:00–1:00 p.m., Harper Center 219, 5807 S Woodlawn Ave

Join us for a special lunchtime conversation with Heather Ibrahim-Leathers, award-winning social entrepreneur and founder of the Global Fund for Widows, and Andrew Leon Hanna, Chicago Booth adjunct assistant professor, Rustandy Center executive in residence, and cofounder of Mona.

Movie Night: “The Trial of the Chicago 7”
Wednesday, April 9, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Location TBA     

Join the Chicago Center on Democracy for a captivating movie screening featuring the film, “The Trial of the Chicago 7” (2020). The film follows the Chicago Seven, a group of anti-Vietnam War protesters charged with conspiracy and crossing state lines with the intention of inciting riots at the 1969 DNC

Art and the Environment
Thursday, April 10, 6:00 p.m., Gray Center for Arts and Inquiry, 929 E 60th St

Join us for this conversation on different ways of observing, measuring, and interacting with environments. For this event, we have gathered three scholars and practitioners who work in different ways and to different degrees with aesthetic/artistic and environmental issues.

George & Marie Andros Lecture
Thursday, April 3, 4:00–5:00 p.m., KCBD 1103, 900 E 57th St

Joshua Schlachet Lecture         
Tuesday, April 8, 12:30–2:00 p.m., Center for East Asian Studies 319, 1155 East 60th St

The John Hope Franklin Lecture with David Scott
Tuesday, April 8, 4:30–6:00 p.m., SSRB 224, 1126 E 59th St

Info Session: Polsky Programs for PhD Students and Postdocs
Wednesday, April 9, 12:00–1:00 p.m., Virtual    

Abortion and Free Speech: A Historical and Contemporary Perspective
Wednesday, April 9, 6:30–7:30 p.m., 5737 S University Ave

ELI Spring Quarter Extracurriculars

The ELI has a number of Spring Quarter extracurricular offerings available, which are all free: ELI Writing Tutor Thursdays 8:00–10:00 p.m. (online); ELI Conversation Hour Tuesdays 3:30–4:30 p.m. (Cobb 201AB); ELI Reading Group Wednesdays 4:30–5:30 p.m. (Cobb 218).

Pozen Doctoral Fellows Applications
Due Monday, April 28

Join an interdisciplinary cohort of doctoral students whose research intersects with human rights themes. The cohort meets three times per quarter to workshop articles and dissertation chapters. At the fellowship's end, their revised projects are workshopped again with invited scholars. Each fellow receives $3,000, plus research and conference funds.