GRADUCon and GRADUCon International

Still figuring out your career path? Want to hear from alumni about how they landed a role in your dream industry? Attend GRADUCon, a career conference exclusively for UChicago graduate students, postdocs, and recent alumni. GRADUCon is in-person TOMORROW (Friday, March 27) at Ida Noyes. View the schedule and register now!

And next Thursday, April 2, join us for GRADUCon International, a virtual panel discussion with UChicago alumni who have built careers beyond their countries of origin. 

Family Mixer
Saturday, March 28, 3:00–5:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Featuring seasonal crafts, snacks and fellowship! Parenting Community hosts a free monthly gathering for families—it’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow parents and kids. All are welcome.  And Spring Quarter weekly activities (stories on Tuesdays and crafts on Fridays) begin this week, too. Visit website for details.

German Funding Information Session
Monday, March 30, 10:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m., Regenstein Library 122

Join representatives from leading German science and research organizations for an overview of Germany’s dynamic research and innovation ecosystem and the wide range of funding and collaboration opportunities available to UChicago faculty, researchers, and students.

myCHOICE Seminar: Careers in Venture Capital
Monday, March 30, 5:30–6:30 p.m., Zoom

Venture capital professionals evaluate emerging science, assess market opportunities, and help guide the growth of innovative startups. Join myCHOICE for a panel discussion with investors who work at the intersection of science, business, and entrepreneurship. Panelists will discuss how they evaluate technologies, collaborate with founders and scientific advisors, and what skills STEM PhDs can bring to investing and venture building.

Postdoctoral Coffee Hour
Tuesday, March 31, 10:00–11:30 a.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Come socialize with fellow postdocs over coffee and small bites! This is a great opportunity to socialize while a postdoc offers a brewing demonstration. Postdocs from all divisions welcome!

IGSAB Tax Filing Drop-in
Wednesday, April 1, 4:00–6:30 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

It's tax season! Feel free to join us for a drop-in session to meet fellow international graduate students like you and gain some company while filing taxes together. Light refreshments will be provided. This is a space for us to gather as we file taxes—there will not be any individual tax advice.

GRAD Help Tax Filing Drop-In
Friday, April 3, 9:30 a.m.–12:00 noon, UChicagoGRAD HQ

Tax season is here, but it doesn’t have to be dull! If you were in the U.S. in 2025, you’ll need to file your tax forms—so come hang out with fellow residents for tax purposes and work on them together. We’re hosting two drop‑in sessions with light refreshments and snacks to keep things cheerful. This is a peer‑support space, not a tax‑advice clinic, but it’s a great place to get motivated, stay accountable, and avoid navigating the tax process alone. RSVPs are encouraged.

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

UChicago Youth Internship Program – Youth Coordinator - University of Chicago Office of Special Programs - College Prep

Gleacher Faculty Suite Office Manager - The University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Aims of Doctoral Education Intern - University of Chicago

Student Social Media Coordinator - UChicago Student Wellness - UChicago Student Wellness

InPLACE Lab Graduate Research Assistant – CEGU

CCTL Graduate Fellow - Chicago Center for Teaching and Learning

Glass Painting Night
Thursday, April 2, 5:30–7:30 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Unwind and get creative at Graduate Council’s Glass Painting Night on Thursday, April 2, from 5:30–7:30 PM. Spend the evening designing and painting your own glass piece in a relaxed, welcoming environment. No prior experience is needed, whether you are a seasoned crafter or just looking for a fun way to de-stress and try something new. All materials will be provided, and you’ll leave with a handmade creation to take home. Tickets go on sale tomorrow at 6PM!

Spring Soiree
Saturday, April 18, 7:00–11:00 p.m., Epiphany Center for the Arts

This exclusive, formal affair is the perfect way to close out the academic 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.  Round 1 ticket sales open TOMORROW at 7PM!

Chicago Bulls Grad Night
Friday, April 10, 5:00–9:00 p.m., United Center

Celebrate the beginning of Spring Quarter with NBA basketball at Graduate Student Night with the Chicago Bulls! Come watch the Bulls take on the Orlando Magic at the United Center in what promises to be an exciting game filled with high-energy plays and an unbeatable fan atmosphere. This special event offers graduate students a heavily subsidized ticket price, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy a night out in the city without breaking the bank. The ticket also includes access to a benchwarmers experience, where you’ll get the chance to sit on the lower level and watch both teams warm up before the game (available from 5:00–5:30 PM; times subject to change). Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan or just in it for the experience, this is a night you won’t want to miss. Ticket sales open TOMORROW at 7PM!

March Madness Mixer
Friday, March 27, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Ida Noyes Pub

Keep the spring energy going at the Grad School March Madness Watch Party. Come by to catch the Sweet 16 games, spend time with fellow graduate students, and enjoy a lively, low-key evening of basketball and community. Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided, making it an easy way to unwind at the end of the week and cheer on your bracket favorites alongside friends old and new. Presented by Harris Student Government and the Law Students Association, and sponsored by UChicago Grad Council.

Anthotype Workshop
Friday, April 3, 4:00–5:00 p.m., Logan Center for the Arts

Did you know you can print a photograph with the flowers in your backyard?  Come by the Logan Center courtyard to learn Anthotype printing. This workshop is offered by MAPH students in conjunction with the CWAC Chat About exhibition.

Safety, Slop, and the AI Sandbox: Are We Doomed?
Monday, March 30, 5:30–6:45 p.m., International House

Featuring Sasha Havlicek, CEO of the Institute for Strategic Dialogue, Will Rinehart, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and Professor Daniel Holz, Director of the University of Chicago Existential Risk Laboratory. Moderated by Naomi Nix, tech and social media reporter.

Inside University Technology: A Conversation with Chief Information Officer Kevin Boyd and Chief Technology Officer Kemal Badur
Tuesday, March 31, 5:30–7:00 p.m., The Chicago Forum, 5737 S University Ave

Join the Free Expression in Emerging Technologies Committee for a conversation with CIO Kevin Boyd and CTO Kemal Badur. This student-focused discussion invites your views on the role of AI at the University. Both leaders are eager to hear student perspectives and foster conversations about emerging technologies.

Duality Corporate Collision
Wednesday, April 1, 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Harper Center, 5807 S Woodlawn Ave

Join us on April 1 for Duality Corporate Collision – a networking and pitch event designed to spark collaboration across the quantum ecosystem. The event will feature a keynote by Pranav Gokhale, PhD ’20, CTO of Infleqtion. Pitches and startup showcases will highlight applications across quantum, AI, and advanced computing.

Film Screening: Melting Ice cream (멜팅아이스크림, Dir. Hong Jin-hwon, 2021)
Monday, March 30, 7:00 p.m., Cochrane Woods Art Center 157, 5540 S Greenwood Ave

Sunday Brunch
Sunday, March 29, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Ida Noyes 034

Festival of Nations
Tuesday, March 31, 6:00–8:00 p.m., International House

History of Monasticism
Seven-week course beginning Tuesday, March 31, 6:00–7:30 p.m., 1220 E 58th St

Englishes for Everyday Interaction: Real-Life Communication in Chicago
Registration open: courses start Monday, March 30

Newer to Chicago but fluent in ideas? Turn theory into everyday confidence. Spoken Communication: Englishes for Everyday Interaction helps partners, students, and community members navigate real-life moments—from coffee orders to conversations—while exploring Chicago’s diverse Englishes. Build confidence, connection, and community beyond the classroom.

Submit to the RCC Visualization Challenge 2026
Submit by Tuesday, March 31, 11:59 p.m.

Submit your work to the RCC Visualization Challenge 2026. Open to University of Chicago students and postdocs, this competition highlights innovative data visualizations that communicate research insights. Selected entries will be showcased to a broad audience. Don’t miss the opportunity to share your work!

Maroon Mental Health Matters Training
Registration closes Tuesday, March 31

Join Student Wellness for the Maroon Mental Health Matters Training. Maroon Mental Health Matters is a 3.5-hour training program designed to give students the skills to help someone experiencing a mental health distress or crisis. Breakfast and snacks provided.

CEAS-Sponsored Grants and Fellowship Opportunities
Current Funding Cycle Deadline: Friday, April 3, 3:00 p.m.

This is a friendly reminder about the upcoming deadline for CEAS Grant and Fellowship applications.  For those who would like to apply, please see the following links for additional information and specific requirements for each CEAS Grant and Fellowship in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean studies.

Ten Hundred Word Challenge
Submit online by Friday, April 10

How would your research change if you could only use the 1,000 most common words in the English language? UChicagoGRAD invites grad students and postdocs to submit rewritten, simplified abstracts alongside their more technical originals. All applicants will be eligible to present at a live competition on April 22—food and prizes included!

UChicago Global PhD Student Research Travel Grants RFP
Applications due Monday, April 20

UChicago Global is pleased to announce a call for PhD Student Travel Grant applications, in support of travel and short-term research funding in our five target regions. PhD students planning field or archival research in either the Summer of 2026 or Academic Year 2026–27 are invited to apply.