STEM Master’s Career Fair 
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 3:00–7:00 p.m., Zoom

Are you a UChicago master's student seeking internship or full-time job opportunities in data science, engineering, or other research-related roles? The STEM Master’s Career Fair will feature short employer presentations as well as opportunities to connect with recruiters in one-on-one speed chats. Employers represented at the event will include Attinio AI, Blue Health Intelligence, BOE Group, HRL Laboratories, Mathematica, QuantCAD, and more. For questions, contact Monica de la Cotera at mdelacotera@uchicago.edu.

The Boren Fellowship: Language and Public Service
Tuesday, November 11, 12:45–2:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

The Boren Fellowships seek to increase the study of geographic areas and languages which are critical to U.S. national interests, yet remain underrepresented in study abroad. Join Michael Saffle, Boren Program Representative, to learn about how the Boren Fellowship can help you reach your language and career goals. This workshop will cover each step in the Boren, from starting your application to critical deadlines.

Beyond Borders: Exploring PhD Pathways Outside the U.S.
Wednesday, November 12, 9:00–10:15 a.m., Zoom

Thinking about pursuing a PhD, but curious what it’s like to study outside the United States? Join us for a conversation with UChicago Master’s alumni who are currently enrolled in doctoral programs abroad. Whether you’re considering applying to programs in Europe, Canada, or beyond, this workshop will offer practical advice, candid insights, and a chance to ask questions about what life as a PhD student is really like outside the U.S.

Prestigious Dissertation Completion Fellowships
Wednesday, November 12, 2:00–3:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

In the final years of their program, PhD Candidates often look outside UChicago funding to pursue national dissertation completion fellowships. These awards can offer greater recognition in the field right before entering the academic job market. This info session will cover the current landscape of dissertation completion fellowships as well as best strategies for applying.

Career30: Cover Letter Best Practices
Wednesday, November 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 on creating cover letters for positions in industry and nonprofits. You will learn when to include cover letters in an application, how to structure them, and what kind of content helps you make the best argument for an interview. 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.

Office Assistant/Events Coordinator - Federal Work-Study - UChicago Social Sciences Division

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

AI Research Group – Graduate Student Support - Knowledge Lab

Ev Morph Seminar Assistant - University of Chicago - Biological Sciences Division

Administrative Assistant - Chabad at UChicago

Non-Instructional Grader - University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice

Gargoyle Gala Final Reminder!
Saturday, November 8, 7:00–11:00 p.m., Aon Grand Ballroom (Navy Pier) 

This year's Gargoyle Gala--one of Grad Council’s premier semi-formal events--is just a few days away, on Saturday, 11/8! This year’s event will be held at Navy Pier’s stunning Aon Grand Ballroom. Each attendee and guest must have purchased a ticket, be 21+, and bring a valid legal ID to enter the Gala. 

Arriving at the Aon Grand Ballroom

Navy Pier Event Center is located on the far East End of Navy Pier past Sable Hotel. Follow onsite signs to find Festival Hall or Aon Grand Ballroom. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. We have secured parking spots for those who need them in Navy Pier’s two on-site parking garages, West Garage and East Garage for $20.

Attend November's Graduate Council General Body Meeting
Monday, November 10, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Harper Center C04

Are you interested in seeing how Graduate Council works? Maybe you have an idea for campus life that you would like to share. Come to our next General Body Meeting to meet your Council officers, learn about upcoming initiatives, and find ways to get involved. All grad & professional students are welcome to attend! Reserve your spot here!

Join Grad Council’s FIRST PUB NIGHT OF THE YEAR!
Thursday, November 13, 6:00–8:00 p.m., The Pub (Ida Noyes Hall)

Join Graduate Council's Advocacy Committee for an evening of food, drinks, and open conversations about campus safety and well-being. Share your experiences, ideas, and feedback on safety communication, emergency response, and community trust. Your insights will help shape future advocacy efforts and campus-wide discussions on student safety and well-being.

Grad Council’s Scav Hunt Incoming!!!
Monday—Friday, November 10-14, UChicago Campus

Save the date, Maroons! Next week campus becomes your game board. We’re hiding 11 QR codes at iconic locations around campus and starting Monday, we’ll drop two clues a day. Find a QR → scan → 15‑sec form → tag two UChicago friends under our announcement post to claim a basket. Ready to hunt? Follow us on Instagram @gc_uchicago for more. #UChicagoGC #GCHunt

Celebrate International Students Day with Global Trivia Night!
Monday, November 17, 6:00–7:30 p.m., International House Assembly Hall

Join Graduate Council at International House for an exciting evening of global trivia, where teams will test their knowledge of the world and compete in the spirit of friendly competition. Meet fellow graduate students from around the globe, enjoy engaging conversations, and celebrate the diversity that enriches our UChicago community. This event is co-sponsored by International House, the International Graduate Student Advisory Board (IGSAB), and the Graduate Council.

Save the Date Friendsgiving Fest
Wednesday, November 19, 6:30–8:30 p.m., Quadrangle Club

Kick off the holiday season with Graduate Council’s Friendsgiving Fest!
Join us for an evening of warmth, community, and gratitude at the Quadrangle Club. Enjoy a delicious seasonal feast, festive ambiance, and great company as we celebrate friendship and togetherness before the holidays.
Seats are limited - reserve your spot on Eventbrite starting tomorrow before we’re “stuffed” full! 

Five Iron Golf is ALMOST HERE!
Friday, November 21, 7:00–9:00 p.m., Five Iron Golf

Ready to tee off indoors? Graduate Council’s Five Iron Golf Night hits the Loop in a few weeks. Grab a bay with friends, dial in your swing on top-tier simulators, and enjoy light bites and beverages between shots. $20/person • 21+ with valid ID. Spots go fast—secure yours as soon as tickets open this Friday.

Missed getting a ticket, but still want a chance to join in on the fun? Join the waitlist:

Power and Personality in Contemporary Capitalism
Friday, November 7, 9:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Foster 107, 1130 E 59th St

How might we theorize the simultaneous depersonalization and hyper-personalization of capitalist life? Join us for the 2025 Lauren Berlant 3CT Graduate Student Conference, with a keynote presentation by Cédric Durand at 4:30pm on Friday. The conference continues on Saturday, November 8 from 10:00 a.m.–3:45 p.m.

Translation Events with Daisy Rockwell (PhD ’98)
Teaching Translation: A Pedagogy Roundtable (Monday, November 10, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon, Logan Center 801)

Award-winning translators and UChicago faculty will discuss how they teach multilingual and monolingual translation workshops; translation in the language classroom; the role of translation theory; and they'll demonstrate a live workshopping of a translation-in-progress. Featuring Daisy Rockwell, Rachel Galvin, Jessica Kirzane, Pouneh Shabani Jadidi, Annie Janusch and Jason Grunebaum.

Getting Started as a Literary Translator (Monday, November 10, 2:00–3:30 p.m., Logan Center 801)

Curious about what it takes to become a translator? Many grad students find themselves translating as part of the writing they do for their dissertations. Booker-Prize Winner and UChicago alum Daisy Rockwell (PhD ‘98) will talk about her path to becoming a translator and what her early-career training looked like.

Workshop: Introduction to Quantum Simulators & Algorithms
Tuesday, November 11, 2:00–4:00 p.m., Crerar Library, 5730 S. Ellis Avenue, Zar Room          

In this workshop, we review some basic quantum computing concepts, then introduce some quantum simulators such as qiskit, cudaq, pennylane. We provide an introduction to quantum computing applications and algorithms, by focusing on an example, looking at Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm (QAOA) algorithm for solving MaxCut as the candidate problem.

COVID-19: Five Years Later
Thursday, November 13, 5:00–6:15 p.m., David Rubenstein Forum, 1201 E 60th St

An epidemiologist, an economist, a behavioral scientist, and a sociologist walk into the David Rubenstein Forum. This is a discussion on COVID-19 five years later - Chicago Forum style.

Restorative Yoga: Weekly Class
Thursday, November 13, 3:00–4:00 p.m., Student Wellness Center

Immerse yourself in tranquility at no cost as a UChicago Student. We have mats, bolsters, and blankets ready for you. No experience needed and no need to pre-register — simply slip into your most comfortable attire and let go. 

Trio Mediaeval: Modern Performance of Medieval Music
Friday, November 7, 5:30–7:15 p.m., International House, 1414 E 59th St

Unplug from Social Media, Replug into Community
Weeklong series of events beginning Monday, November 10, Institute of Politics, 5707 S Woodlawn Ave

Investing Essentials: Fireside Chat with a First-Year Venture Capitalist
Tuesday, November 11, 12:00 noon–1:00 p.m., Harper Center C-01, 5807 S Woodlawn Ave

When the Bones Speak: The Living, the Dead, and the Sacrifice of Contemporary Okinawa
Tuesday, November 11, 12:00 noon–1:30 p.m., Seminary Co-op, 5751 S Woodlawn Ave

ELI Reading Group
Wednesday, November 12, 4:30–5:30 p.m., Cobb 210, 5811 S Ellis Ave

Fractured Liberation: Korea Under U.S. Occupation
Wednesday, November 12, 5:00–6:30 p.m., Regenstein 122, 1100 E 57th St, Chicago

Think Better with Kurt Gray: “Outraged: Why we Fight about Morality and Politics and How to Find Common Ground”
Wednesday, November 12, 6:00–7:00 p.m., Gleacher Center 621, 450 N Cityfront Plaza Dr

Travel Signature Pop-ups
Thursday, November 13, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Center for Identity + Inclusion, 5710 S Woodlawn Ave

East Asia by the Book! CEAS Author Talks ft. Katherine Alexander
Thursday, November 13, 4:00 p.m., Seminary Co-op, 5751 S Woodlawn Ave

Soul Care Session 5 and More!
Thursday, November 13, 5:00–6:00 p.m., Spiritual Life Office, Ida Noyes 034, 1212 E 59th St