Current Students

Enrich your research and learning

The Division of Graduate Studies fosters collaboration among graduate students and campus resources to enrich the student research and learning occurring across our campus. Whether we are providing financial support, presenting professional development workshops, or offering support for student conferences, our role is to provide a unified experience throughout your graduate studies.

thesis and dissertation

All students on a thesis or dissertation track must submit their work to the Division of Graduate Studies for review and final approval. Questions? Contact the Thesis Reviewer at gradwriting@uni.edu.


Grad Assistant (GA) Handbook

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This resource contains information and procedures regarding our GA program:

  • GA information (Types, Benefits, Employment restrictions, Work Hours, etc.)
  • Supervisor & Faculty Information (Appointment process, Offers, Absences, Remote Work, etc.)
  • UNI Policies & Procedures


Grad Student Handbook

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This resource contains information and will connect you with different resources available for you across campus:

  • Division of Graduate Studies information (awards, services, mission statement)
  • Graduate Education at UNI
  • Getting Started at UNI
  • Services & Resources
  • Involvement on UNI Campus
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Innovative Ways to Present your Research

Three Minute Thesis

The 3MT® competition challenges graduate students to summarize their research in three minutes or less to an audience

Upcoming Events

Student Awards (nominated by Faculty)