Spring 2026 Programming
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Spring 2026 Featured Programming
Midwest Graduate Research Symposium
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Join the Graduate Student Association for their annual showcase of graduate and professional student research. Enjoy seminars, lightning talks, and poster presentations from a variety of academic fields. You'll also get to join a conversation about how artificial intelligence is transforming academia and student affairs during the main session!
Graduate Programs Fair
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Are you considering graduate programs at The University of Toledo? Stop by our Graduate Programs Fair from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the University of Toledo Medical Center Four Seasons Bistro to meet representatives from our various graduate programs! By registering and attending, you receive an application fee waiver for any regular UToledo graduate application (not eligible for external, MD, & JD applications).
Responsible Conduct of Research Training
Saturday, February 14, 2026
The Responsible Conduct of Research Training is an interactive day of presentations and breakout sessions that educates graduate student researchers on topics such as data management, intellectual protection, authorship, artificial intelligence, and more! Registration is required.
Graduate-Professional Student Appreciation Week
Week of March 23, 2026
Join in a variety of drop-in events taking place throughout the week of March 23rd to celebrate our graduate and professional Rockets!
Electronic Thesis & Dissertation Drop-In Hours
Every Week!
Working on a thesis or disseration? Our director Teri will be online twice a week to assist with your questions! You can log in to receive assistance with formatting, accessibility, the submission process, and more. We recommend saving the Teams links to your calendar via InvoNet!
January
GSA General Assembly Meeting: January
Thursday, January 22 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM | Microsoft Teams
Join the GSA for their first General Assembly Meeting of Spring 2026 to:
- Get updates on GSA activities including the Midwest Graduate Research Symposium
- Share your ideas for how the GSA can support graduate and professional students
- Meet friends from COGS, the Writing Center and University Libraries to learn about upcoming graduate writing workshops and resources
February
Graduate Programs Fair
Wednesday, February 11 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | UTMC Four Seasons Bistro
This is an opportunity for prospective graduate students to learn about the various programs we have at UToledo! Join us in the Four Seasons Bistro of The University of Toledo Medical Center to meet program representatives from different academic colleges. Graduate students are welcome to join in and share their experiences and advice for prospective students as well!
Learn More & Register (Registration for Prospective Students Only)
GSA & Honors Game Show Night!
Thursday, February 12 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM | Student Union Ingman Room 2582
Graduate and professional Rockets! Join the GSA and the Honors College for an evening of games and to talk to prospective graduate and professional students about your experience in your academic programs.
Responsible Conduct of Research Training
Thursday, February 14 | 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM | Memorial Field House 2100
During this training, presenters from campus units such as University Libraries and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs will be taking graduate student researchers through various topics in research including data management, intellectual protection, authorship, artificial intelligence, and more!
GSA General Assembly Meeting: February
Thursday, February 26 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM | Microsoft Teams
Tune in on Microsoft Teams for the February GSA General Assembly Meeting! During General Assembly Meetings, the Graduate Student Association provides updates on graduate and professional student activities.
March
GSA Trivia Night
Tuesday, March 10 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM | Student Union Ingman Room
Graduate and professional students, join the GSA for an evening of games and prizes! We'll be playing Kahoot! and other competitive games while enjoying hot chocolate and pizza!
Graduate-Professional Student Appreciation Week
March 23-27
Graduate-Professional Student Appreciation Week is a celebration of our graduate and professional Rockets! Check back in as we near March 2026 with details on this year's programming lineup.
April
GSA MGRS Presentation Lab: April
Tuesday, April 7 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM | Memorial Field House 1030
Planning to present at the Midwest Graduate Research Symposium? This is an excellent opportunity to receive feedback from the event organizers. Join us to present your seminar, lightning talk, or poster! We'll use the MGRS rubric to provide you with advice before the big day. Be sure to RSVP, spots are limited!
Midwest Graduate Research Symposium
Saturday, April 11 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Memorial Field House
Join us for the Midwest Graduate Research Symposium (MGRS), the biggest event of the year! The MGRS is a multidisciplinary showcase of graduate and professional student research including poster and oral presentations.
GRAD-uation Party
Wednesday, April 22 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Carlson Library 1005
Join us for a graduation party celebrating the Class of 2026! All graduate and professional students, graduating or not, are invited to enjoy food and graduation-themed crafts and games. Students preparing to graduate will learn all about what to expect at commencement.
RSVP required.
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