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Community of Scholars Program 
Third issue of SPARK eZine features the work of COSP Scholars
The Community of Scholars Program Writing Initiative and the SPARK Editorial Board are excited to announce the publication of the third issue of SPARK!
3-Minute Thesis, Academic & Career Support 
UMN Grad Student Takes 2nd Place at Regional 3-Minute Thesis Competition
UMN Grad Student Takes 2nd Place at Regional 3-Minute Thesis Competition
Academic & Career Support, Dean's Office 
Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week is April 3-7, 2023!
Join us as we celebrate the contributions of our graduate and professional students!
Fellowships 
2023-2024 Interdisciplinary Doctoral Fellowship Recipients Announced
The Interdisciplinary Doctoral Fellowship (IDF) provides a unique opportunity for outstanding Ph.D. students who are engaged in interdisciplinary research to study with faculty at one of the University’s interdisciplinary research centers or institutes during the fellowship year.
3-Minute Thesis, Academic & Career Support, Dean's Office 
Chemical Engineering Student Wins Three-Minute Thesis Competition
Winners of eight collegiate competitions took part in the University-wide Three-Minute Thesis competition on November 11, 2022.