Go Abroad with the Fulbright U.S. Student Program

What exactly is 'the Fulbright'? How can a Fulbright help my career? Would I be a competitive applicant for this fellowship? The Fulbright U.S. Student Program sends thousands of U.S. students around the globe each year to study, research, or teach for 6 to 12 months. Most programs begin in September 2027 or later. A Fulbright can help you grow as a professional, whether you are a master's students looking for a "gap year" or a PhD student hoping to conduct research in another country. Many just want to spend a year growing their expertise abroad.

The fellowships team in GRAD is here to help you become a competitive applicant for this program. We’d love to learn about your goals at an upcoming info session on March 19 (virtual) or March 24 (in-person).

If you're interested but can't make these sessions, complete our Fulbright interest form to stay connected with us.

Note that only U.S. Citizens are eligible to apply for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. If you are an international applicant, we recommend that you discuss alternatives with a fellowships advisor.

IGSAB Tax Filing Drop-in
Friday, March 6, 12:00–2:30 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. We will be streaming the Sprintax webinar during the first session. 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.

March Dissertation Write-in
Four sessions: Monday, March 9–Thursday, March 12, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Are you looking to jump-start your next dissertation chapter or move past a roadblock in your writing? Don’t miss UChicagoGRAD’s March Dissertation Write-In, an intensive four-day group writing retreat designed to help you build community and make meaningful progress on your work. Each day, attendees will meet for breakfast and supportive check-in groups at 9:00 a.m. in UChicagoGRAD HQ. Shortly thereafter, attendees will be free to write for a three-hour block with scheduled breaks. At 12:30 p.m., lunch will be provided alongside an opportunity to reflect on progress and goals. This workshop is open to all PhD students. Space is limited, so participants should commit to attending three of the four days.

myCHOICE Seminar: Careers in Customer Success and Technical Account Management
Monday, March 9, 5:30–6:30 p.m., Zoom

Interested in roles that combine technical expertise with problem-solving and client engagement? Hear from professionals in customer success and technical account management who support scientists and engineers using complex tools, platforms, and software. Panelists will discuss how they translate technical knowledge into customer-focused solutions, build relationships, and contribute to product improvement. Learn about career paths, required skills, and how to transition from academia into these client-facing roles.

Career30: Resume
Thursday, March 12, 4:00–4:30 p.m., Zoom

Improve your professional skills in 30 minutes or less. This presentation will provide attendees with essential information for creating an effective, tailored resume for positions in industry and nonprofits. This session is appropriate for graduate students and postdocs in all disciplines.

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

Graduate Student Coordinator - UChicago Student Wellness - UChicago Student Wellness

Spring/Summer Film Score Team Member, STAGE Center - STAGE Center

Study Abroad Graduate Assistant in Vienna (Autumn 2026) - University of Chicago Study Abroad

Summer Grader - Summer Quarter and September Term - The University of Chicago Summer Session

Graduate Research Assistant - The Mansueto Institute for Urban Innovation

Head Teaching Assistant, Harris Coding Camp - Summer 2026 - University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy

TONIGHT — Graduate Council General Body Meeting
Thursday, March 5, 7:00–9:00 p.m., Harper Center (Booth) C03

Want a clearer line of sight into what Graduate Council actually does—and what’s coming up for grad life this quarter? Join us tonight to meet Council officers, hear quick updates, and share what you want to see improved across campus. The meeting is open to all graduate students, and your RSVP helps us plan (and capture any dietary needs). If you’ve never been to a GBM before, this is an easy first one.

Winter Crafternoon
Friday, March 6, 2:00–4:00 p.m., International House (Assembly Hall)

Finals energy creeping in? Hit pause and get crafty. Join Graduate Council + International House for a cozy, creative reset—needle felting, stained glass suncatchers, and mosaic coasters. All materials provided; just bring yourself and a friend. Registration required.

Spring Break Shuttles (Save the Date)
Thursday–Saturday, March 12–14, O’Hare & Midway (with select Gleacher Center stops)

Graduate Council Express is back for Spring Break! Morning departures include Gleacher stops; 2:00 p.m. shuttles on Fri/Sat run direct from campus.

Morning O’Hare shuttles depart campus at 9:00 a.m. and reach Gleacher ~9:40 a.m. Morning Midway shuttles stop at Gleacher ~8:10 a.m., then depart campus at 9:00 a.m.

Follow @gc_uchicago on Instagram for real-time updates—more details and the signup link coming soon!

The Neighborhood: Space, State, and Daily Life in a Manchurian City
Monday, March 9, 12:00–1:30 p.m., Seminary Co-op, 5751 S Woodlawn Ave

What can one neighborhood reveal about the making of a modern nation? This book talk deciphers the unexpected significance of Xita, a 1/2 square mile quarter in Shenyang, China. Nianshen Song shows, over nearly four centuries, Xita has been shaped and reshaped by empire, war, migration, and urban transformation.

Reading Period and Finals Week Study Break with the Spiritual Life Office
Starting Friday, March 6, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Ida Noyes 034, 1212 E 59th St

Join us 3/6 and 3/9–3/12 during Finals Week for a study break or quiet place to study. Snacks, Drinks, and Activities provided.

2026 History and Context Mini-Institute: A Chicago History of the Movement for LGBT Healthcare
Wednesday, March 11, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Billings P117

This three-part series explores the people, organizations, and movements that shaped healthcare access and civil rights for LGBTQ+ communities in Chicago. Through author conversations, film, and dialogue with community leaders and scientists, we will examine how medicine and policy intersect—and what this history calls us to consider today.  

Year of Games: Lecture with ISAC Visiting Scholar
Tuesday, March 10, 5:00 p.m., ISAC Breasted Hall, 1155 E 58th St

Axe-con 2026 Watch Party: The US Digital Accessibility Legal Update
Wednesday, March 11, 2:00–3:00 p.m., Zoom

Drop-In Mindful Art
Thursday, March 12, 12:00–1:00 p.m., Ida Noyes 034, 1212 E 59th St

Between Worlds Support Group
Upcoming in spring quarter--register your interest today!

Living between cultures can impact how we connect, communicate, and feel understood. Between Worlds is an interpersonal process group for international students who want to explore relationships, cultural identity, and emotional expression in a supportive group setting. The group focuses on real-time interactions among members to better understand relational patterns, cultural norms, and the challenges of belonging across contexts.

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!

New ELI Offering: North American Classroom Language and Culture for Instructors
Registration ends Sunday, March 22, 5:00 p.m.

Boost your teaching confidence in North American academic settings! This course develops essential classroom language, cultural norms, and communication strategies for multilingual instructors and teaching assistants. Learn how to navigate student interactions, lead discussions, and build strong instructor–student rapport in U.S. classrooms.

Growing Together
Registration now open: first come, first served

Growing Together is a five-week series where a small group of graduate/professional students comes together once a week for dinner, thoughtful discussion, and creative ways to get to know themselves and their peers through individual and interactive group activities. The themes discussed include knowing yourself, finding joy, compassion, and vulnerability.