Missouri State University Graduate College

🎓 Join the Graduate College for the annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition!

Watch Mo State share their research in just three minutes or less!

📅 Friday, November 6, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Glass Hall, Room 101

Come support our graduate students as they share their research, showcase their hard work, and compete for the opportunity to represent Missouri State at a regional competition!

Ready to take the next step toward a Ph.D.?

Join the Missouri State University Graduate College for “So You Want a PhD? Vol. 2”, a follow-up workshop and Q&A focused on the PhD application process.

Hear directly from Johannes Strobel, Ph.D., Dean of the Graduate College, and learn more about preparing your application, what to expect during the admissions process, and how to prepare for your next step toward doctoral study.

📅 November 4, 2026
⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM CT
📍 Meyer Library, Room 206
💻 Zoom option available (Link in bio)
Bring your questions and join us!

Join our “𝗔𝘀𝗸 𝗨𝘀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁” virtual sessions to connect with the Graduate College team and get your questions answered about:
✅Applying to a graduate program.
✅Graduate Assistantships and funding opportunities.
✅Meet current Graduate Assistants and hear about their experiences through Q&A.
Whether you’re just exploring graduate school or already thinking about applying, we’re here to help you navigate the next step!
💻 Join us on Zoom - link in bio.

Thinking about pursuing a Ph.D. program?

Join the Missouri State University Graduate College for “So You Want a PhD?”, an informational session and Q&A for students interested in learning more about the doctoral path.

Hear directly from Johannes Strobel, Ph.D., Dean of the Graduate College, and ask questions about pursuing a doctoral degree.

📅 October 8, 2026
⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM CT
📍 Meyer Library, Room 206
💻 Zoom option available (Link in bio)

We hope to see you there!

Grow your teaching skills with the Graduate Teaching Assistant Teaching Series! 🎓📚

The Graduate College, Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning (FCTL), and Global Education and Engagement are excited to partner on a series of practical sessions designed to help graduate teaching assistants strengthen their teaching skills, exchange ideas, and gain classroom strategies.

📅 Fall 2026: October 2, November 6, December 4
📅 Spring 2027: January 15, February 19, April 2, May 7
🕐 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Meyer Library, Room 206

The series begins October 2 with Make Learning Happen: What Helps Students Learn?

Join us for one session or the full series and continue building your teaching skills!

More information is in our bio.

Last night, the Graduate Student Senate (GSS) hosted the Graduate Student Welcome Mixer! 🎓🐻

The event brought new and continuing graduate students together to connect with fellow students, faculty, and staff. Students had the opportunity to learn more about getting involved with GSS and building connections within the graduate student community.

Thank you to the GSS team for all your work in connecting GradBears!

The Dean Is In! 🎓
Have questions about your graduate education, academic research, or professional development? Join Johannes Strobel, Ph.D., Dean of the Graduate College, for a virtual Q&A on the third Friday of each month.

This is an opportunity for graduate students to ask questions, share their thoughts, and connect directly with the Graduate College Dean.

📅 September 18 | October 16 | November 20
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM
💻 Zoom

Bring your questions and join the conversation! We look forward to seeing you there.

🎓 Mo State Grad Students: Start Planning Your Career Now!
Beyond Graduate School is offering two webinar series this semester to help you explore your career options and prepare for your job search.

🗓️ September 14–18
Don’t Wait: What New Master’s Students Need to Know About Finding a Job
🕐 1:00–1:30 PM CT

🗓️ December 14–17
Your Next Career Move: Strategies for Career Changers and Career Advancers
🕐 1:00–1:30 PM CT

👉 Registration link in our bio. 🔗

The Missouri State University Graduate College is hiring an Operations Administrator. 🐻

This position provides operational, financial, data, and administrative leadership that supports the Graduate College and graduate education across the university.

The Operations Administrator will:
• Oversee the Graduate College’s daily operations
• Manage budgets, finances, grants, and funding
• Maintain databases and analyze graduate student data
• Support graduate programs and monitor student academic progress
• Coordinate with faculty, staff, departments, and students

We’re looking for a collaborative professional passionate about supporting the Graduate College!

The first date of consideration is September 24, and applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

👉Apply here: https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/88073

Operations Administrator for Graduate College 1. Manages and oversees the day-to-day administrative function of the Graduate College office.2. Helps to ensure the achievement of the mission of the University by assisting the Dean of the Graduate College, the Budget and Financial Manager of the Provost Office, colleges, and academic departments....