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Fall 2026 - House Bill 60 registration

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Tuesday, August 18, 2026. For more info visit registrar.utah.edu.

Fall 2026 First Half - Classes begin

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Monday, August 24, 2026.

Fall 2026 Full Term - Classes Begin

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Monday, August 24, 2026.

New Postdoc Orientation - August 2026

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5drHloTtitT3DGC. Campus Wide Event: No. Thursday, August 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

SACNAS, QUAFFS, and the Disability Collective - Welcome Back Ice Cream Socia

Bioscience Graduate Programs We're excited to welcome everyone back for the start of the 2026-2027 academic year! SACNAS is dedicated to fostering community, connection, and support across the University of Utah. To kick off the semester, we're hosting a Welcome Back Ice Cream Social, and we'd love for you to join us! This year, SACNAS (Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science) is excited to partner with QUAFFS (Queer Alliance for Faculty and Staff) and the Disability Collective for an afternoon of ice cream, conversation, games, and community-building. Whether you're a returning member, new to campus, or simply looking to meet new people, everyone is welcome! Campus Locations: HCI Cancer Research South - Huntsman (HCI IV). Room Name/Number: Patio (Located right behind the ping pong table). Ticket URL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSciAQnALTg68fJW5ac3VgQd3i8tl8ZHlmUx74E-y1kmDtgKoA/viewform. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Thursday, August 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.

Fall 2026 First Half - Last day to add, drop (delete), elect CR/NC, or audit classes

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, August 28, 2026.

Fall 2026 First Half - Last day to wait list

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, August 28, 2026.

Fall 2026 Full Term - Last day to add without a permission code

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, August 28, 2026.

Fall 2026 Full Term - Last day to wait list

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, August 28, 2026.

Presentation Skills

This is a free in-person workshop open to graduate students and postdocs to work on the know-how and production of clincher presentations. We’ll work on themes such as strong openings, engaging and informative presentation slides, enrapturing in-person and online presence, driving a quick-witted Q&A, and a resolute finish. Participants will need to bring either a presentation or a poster to work on. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series! 8/29 Making Content Accessible and Understandable, 9/05 Understanding Your Audience & Practice Tailoring Your Message, 9/12 Slide Review, 9/19 Presentation Delivery/ Impactful Posters, 9/29 In-Person Vs. Virtual Formats, 10/03 & 10/24 Individual Presentation Practice, Register now! Room Name/Number: Aspen Community Center (BLDG 791). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Saturday, August 29, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sunnyside Apartments 1925 E Sunnyside Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84108.

Plaza Palooza Tabling

Stop by the Graduate School table at the Plaza PlazaPalooza! The whole campus is invited to join in on the fun of the PlazaPalooza at the Marriott Library Plaza. We've got everything you need to start the semester right: delicious food, awesome activities, and great music! Room Name/Number: Marriott Library Plaza. Cost: Free. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit students.utah.edu.

Supervising Work & People

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to explore the essentials of supervision during this seminar series. including hiring and onboarding, setting clear job expectations, optimizing employee engagement, optimizing employee performance, keeping work moving, time management and prioritization. As part of the seminar series, we will build a portfolio of skills to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. Certificate of completion available for attending the full series!9/2 - Understanding the Role of Supervisor, 9/9 - Hiring & Onboarding, 9/16 - Engaging Employees, 9/23 - Employee Performance, 9/30 - Feedback, Coaching, & Professional Development, 10/7 - Time Management & Prioritization, 10/21 - Building a High Performing & Supportive Team Culture, Register now! Event Categories: Workshops & Training. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105, Conf Rm. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Developing Your Leadership Skills

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to this interactive series focused on core aspects of leadership, including effective collaboration and mentoring, conflict navigation, challenging conversations, and compelling negotiation skills. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series.9/2 Leadership Fundamentals 9/9 Collaboration, 9/16 Working Optimally with Others, 9/23 Conflict Navigation, 9/30 Challenging Conversations, 10/7 Negotiation, 10/21 Mentoring, Register now! Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

Entrepreneurship for Postdocs and Grad Students

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: https://luma.com/xb1smagb. Campus Locations: Gould Auditorium (M LIB). Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.

Biochemistry Seminar Series - Gregory Ducker

Bioscience Graduate Programs Join us on Thursday, September 3 at 12:00 PM in HSEB 1750 for our Biochemistry Seminar Series featuring Gregory Ducker and his talk, “Follow the Carbon: From Molecules to Mechanisms of Disease.”. Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Room Name/Number: 1750. Contact Name: Taegan Keep. Contact Email: taegan.keep@biochem.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Thursday, September 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Fall 2026 - Deadline to apply for graduation

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, September 4, 2026. For more info visit registrar.utah.edu.

Fall 2026 - Tuition payment due

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, September 4, 2026. For more info visit bursar.utah.edu.

Fall 2026 Full Term - Last day to add, drop (delete), elect CR/NC, or audit classes

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, September 4, 2026.

Presentation Skills

This is a free in-person workshop open to graduate students and postdocs to work on the know-how and production of clincher presentations. We’ll work on themes such as strong openings, engaging and informative presentation slides, enrapturing in-person and online presence, driving a quick-witted Q&A, and a resolute finish. Participants will need to bring either a presentation or a poster to work on. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series! 8/29 Making Content Accessible and Understandable, 9/05 Understanding Your Audience & Practice Tailoring Your Message, 9/12 Slide Review, 9/19 Presentation Delivery/ Impactful Posters, 9/29 In-Person Vs. Virtual Formats, 10/03 & 10/24 Individual Presentation Practice, Register now! Room Name/Number: Aspen Community Center (BLDG 791). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Saturday, September 5, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sunnyside Apartments 1925 E Sunnyside Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84108.

Holiday: Labor Day

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Monday, September 7, 2026.

2026 Bioscience Symposium & Don Summers Memorial Lectures

Bioscience Graduate Programs Campus Locations: Alumni House - Eccles (ALUMNI). Contact Name: Bioscience PhD Programs. Contact Email: bioscience@genetics.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

Supervising Work & People

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to explore the essentials of supervision during this seminar series. including hiring and onboarding, setting clear job expectations, optimizing employee engagement, optimizing employee performance, keeping work moving, time management and prioritization. As part of the seminar series, we will build a portfolio of skills to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. Certificate of completion available for attending the full series!9/2 - Understanding the Role of Supervisor, 9/9 - Hiring & Onboarding, 9/16 - Engaging Employees, 9/23 - Employee Performance, 9/30 - Feedback, Coaching, & Professional Development, 10/7 - Time Management & Prioritization, 10/21 - Building a High Performing & Supportive Team Culture, Register now! Event Categories: Workshops & Training. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105, Conf Rm. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Developing Your Leadership Skills

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to this interactive series focused on core aspects of leadership, including effective collaboration and mentoring, conflict navigation, challenging conversations, and compelling negotiation skills. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series.9/2 Leadership Fundamentals 9/9 Collaboration, 9/16 Working Optimally with Others, 9/23 Conflict Navigation, 9/30 Challenging Conversations, 10/7 Negotiation, 10/21 Mentoring, Register now! Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

Biochemistry Seminar Series - Keren Hilgendorf

Bioscience Graduate Programs Join us on Thursday, September 10 at 12:00 PM in EIHG 1st Floor Auditorium for our Biochemistry Seminar Series featuring Keren Hilgendorf and her talk, “Lipid Signaling in Adipose Tissue: From Ciliary Control of Stem Cell Fate to Endogenous Tumor Suppression” . Campus Locations: Eccles Institute of Human Genetics (EIHG). Room Name/Number: 1st Floor Auditorium. Contact Name: Taegan Keep. Contact Email: Taegan.keep@biochem.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Thursday, September 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Presentation Skills

This is a free in-person workshop open to graduate students and postdocs to work on the know-how and production of clincher presentations. We’ll work on themes such as strong openings, engaging and informative presentation slides, enrapturing in-person and online presence, driving a quick-witted Q&A, and a resolute finish. Participants will need to bring either a presentation or a poster to work on. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series! 8/29 Making Content Accessible and Understandable, 9/05 Understanding Your Audience & Practice Tailoring Your Message, 9/12 Slide Review, 9/19 Presentation Delivery/ Impactful Posters, 9/29 In-Person Vs. Virtual Formats, 10/03 & 10/24 Individual Presentation Practice, Register now! Room Name/Number: Aspen Community Center (BLDG 791). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Saturday, September 12, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sunnyside Apartments 1925 E Sunnyside Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84108.

Fall 2026 - Census deadline

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Monday, September 14, 2026.

Thesis Open Workshop Hours

Thesis Editor Trista Emmer is available for hands-on help with thesis and dissertation manuscript formatting and accessibility compliance in Word from 2:30-4:30. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105. Campus Wide Event: No. Monday, September 14, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Supervising Work & People

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to explore the essentials of supervision during this seminar series. including hiring and onboarding, setting clear job expectations, optimizing employee engagement, optimizing employee performance, keeping work moving, time management and prioritization. As part of the seminar series, we will build a portfolio of skills to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. Certificate of completion available for attending the full series!9/2 - Understanding the Role of Supervisor, 9/9 - Hiring & Onboarding, 9/16 - Engaging Employees, 9/23 - Employee Performance, 9/30 - Feedback, Coaching, & Professional Development, 10/7 - Time Management & Prioritization, 10/21 - Building a High Performing & Supportive Team Culture, Register now! Event Categories: Workshops & Training. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105, Conf Rm. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Developing Your Leadership Skills

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to this interactive series focused on core aspects of leadership, including effective collaboration and mentoring, conflict navigation, challenging conversations, and compelling negotiation skills. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series.9/2 Leadership Fundamentals 9/9 Collaboration, 9/16 Working Optimally with Others, 9/23 Conflict Navigation, 9/30 Challenging Conversations, 10/7 Negotiation, 10/21 Mentoring, Register now! Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

Fall 2026 First Half - Last day to withdraw from classes

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, September 18, 2026.

Presentation Skills

This is a free in-person workshop open to graduate students and postdocs to work on the know-how and production of clincher presentations. We’ll work on themes such as strong openings, engaging and informative presentation slides, enrapturing in-person and online presence, driving a quick-witted Q&A, and a resolute finish. Participants will need to bring either a presentation or a poster to work on. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series! 8/29 Making Content Accessible and Understandable, 9/05 Understanding Your Audience & Practice Tailoring Your Message, 9/12 Slide Review, 9/19 Presentation Delivery/ Impactful Posters, 9/29 In-Person Vs. Virtual Formats, 10/03 & 10/24 Individual Presentation Practice, Register now! Room Name/Number: Aspen Community Center (BLDG 791). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sunnyside Apartments 1925 E Sunnyside Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84108.

[NPAW] Immigration and Visa Options for Postdocs

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: Coming Soon The Office of General Counsel will be joining us to present information about employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visa options. This session will not be recorded. Campus Locations: Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB). Room Name/Number: 1110. Campus Wide Event: No. Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

[NPAW] NPAW Postdoc Lunch

Postdoctoral Affairs Office Location & RSVP: Coming Soon, Join us for a casual lunch celebrating National Postdoc Appreciation Week! Connect with fellow postdocs, meet new people, and share experiences and advice with others in the postdoc community. Lunch will be provided—we hope to see you there! Campus Wide Event: No. Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

[NPAW] Bagels, Coffee, and Photoshoot Event - Health Science Campus

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: Coming Soon, Come join the UPDA for breakfast and get a free professional photoshoot to use on your CV or Resume. The event is limited to the first 20 postdocs who reserve a time slot. Room Name/Number: Atrium. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Biomedical Polymers Research Building.

Supervising Work & People

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to explore the essentials of supervision during this seminar series. including hiring and onboarding, setting clear job expectations, optimizing employee engagement, optimizing employee performance, keeping work moving, time management and prioritization. As part of the seminar series, we will build a portfolio of skills to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. Certificate of completion available for attending the full series!9/2 - Understanding the Role of Supervisor, 9/9 - Hiring & Onboarding, 9/16 - Engaging Employees, 9/23 - Employee Performance, 9/30 - Feedback, Coaching, & Professional Development, 10/7 - Time Management & Prioritization, 10/21 - Building a High Performing & Supportive Team Culture, Register now! Event Categories: Workshops & Training. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105, Conf Rm. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

[NPAW] Bagels, Coffee, and Photoshoot Event - Marriott Library

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: Coming Soon, Come join Postdoc Affairs for breakfast and get a free professional photoshoot withuse on your CV or Resume. The event is limited to the first 15 postdocs who sign up for it. All postdocs are encouraged to arrive right at 11am. . Campus Locations: Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB). Room Name/Number: 1725. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

[NPAW] Careers at the National Labs Virtual Panel

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: https://utah.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_edaMlxKERiuQtkVa7xXn5Q  Explore career opportunities beyond academia at our virtual Careers in the National Labs panel during National Postdoc Appreciation Week. Hear directly from researchers at national laboratories about their career paths, experiences working in the labs, and insights for postdocs considering this career pathway. Join fellow postdocs from across the Intermountain West for a conversation featuring national lab professionals from institutions including Idaho National Lab and National Lab of the Rockies. Campus Locations: Zoom. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Developing Your Leadership Skills

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to this interactive series focused on core aspects of leadership, including effective collaboration and mentoring, conflict navigation, challenging conversations, and compelling negotiation skills. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series.9/2 Leadership Fundamentals 9/9 Collaboration, 9/16 Working Optimally with Others, 9/23 Conflict Navigation, 9/30 Challenging Conversations, 10/7 Negotiation, 10/21 Mentoring, Register now! Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

[NPAW] NPAW Postdoc Research Symposium

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: Coming Soon, As part of National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW), the UPDA is excited to host the UPDA Postdoc Symposium on Thursday, September 24th, 2026. This event will showcase the outstanding research being conducted by postdoctoral scholars across the University of Utah and provide an opportunity to share your work with the broader research community. We encourage all postdocs to participate and help celebrate the incredible contributions that postdoctoral researchers make to the University of Utah research community during NPAW. Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Campus Wide Event: No. Thursday, September 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

[NPAW] NPAW Keynote Address Watch Party

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: Coming Soon Come watch the 2026 NPAW Keynote address with other U of U postdocs! Lunch will be provided. After her address, Dr. Hallinan will dial in for an exclusive extended Q&A session, only for UofU postdocs! . Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Room Name/Number: 5100B. Campus Wide Event: No. Thursday, September 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.

[NPAW] NPAW Keynote Address: "Applying for a Tenure-Track Faculty Role: Understanding the Application Process, Role Itself and Thriving in Your First Year" with Dr. Victoria Hallinan

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: https://utah.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U_5xDeorT7ilXPCAGVLVKg  Academia is both a very fulfilling and frequently shrouded employment context with its own hidden curriculum. Even as a successful PhD, it is important to understand the variety of faculty roles, the lengthy process of pursuing this kind of job, and the expectations and ways to not only survive but thrive in your first year as a faculty member. In this session, you’ll learn about where to find faculty job ads and understand what the job ads tell you about a role, how to prepare effective materials and interviews, as well as how to set yourself up for success in your first year as a faculty member. Additionally, throughout the session you’ll be invited to reflect on why you wish to consider a faculty role as your next step and ways to build in reflection to check in on this career goal and diversify your career options to be resilient in this current job hiring climate. Campus Locations: Zoom. Campus Wide Event: No. Thursday, September 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

GPSC Welcome Back Mixer

Location TBA Join the Graduate Professional Student Council at their Welcome Back Mixer. Stop by, grab some food, and learn how to get involved to make grad student life better. If you cannot make it, and would like to hear more, fill out the GPSC interest form. Campus Wide Event: No. Thursday, September 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

[NPAW] NPAW Online Trivia Competition

Postdoctoral Affairs Office RSVP: https://utep-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/9s5nIoL3SyGzGkMxXSmGog  New for this year’s NPAW, the University of Utah is teaming up with institutions across the mountain west to host an evening of virtual trivia for postdocs! Meet other postdocs throughout the intermountain west and work together to claim the highest score in this evening of humor and comradery! Sign up today and be a part of a fun new NPAW tradition! Campus Locations: Zoom. Campus Wide Event: No. Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.

[NPAW] Postdocs Turn 150! – NPAW Birthday Party

Postdoctoral Affairs Office Location & RSVP: Coming Soon, Help us close out National Postdoc Appreciation Week by celebrating 150 years of postdocs! Join fellow postdocs for an outdoor birthday party with cake, ice cream, and plenty of time to socialize and celebrate the postdoc community. Friends and family are welcome, so bring them along and join the celebration! Campus Wide Event: No. Friday, September 25, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Presentation Skills

This is a free in-person workshop open to graduate students and postdocs to work on the know-how and production of clincher presentations. We’ll work on themes such as strong openings, engaging and informative presentation slides, enrapturing in-person and online presence, driving a quick-witted Q&A, and a resolute finish. Participants will need to bring either a presentation or a poster to work on. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series! 8/29 Making Content Accessible and Understandable, 9/05 Understanding Your Audience & Practice Tailoring Your Message, 9/12 Slide Review, 9/19 Presentation Delivery/ Impactful Posters, 9/29 In-Person Vs. Virtual Formats, 10/03 & 10/24 Individual Presentation Practice, Register now! Room Name/Number: Aspen Community Center (BLDG 791). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sunnyside Apartments 1925 E Sunnyside Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84108.

Sunnyside Blockparty Tabling

Come stop by our table at the Sunnyside Block Party! Campus Wide Event: No. Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Sunnyside Apartments 1925 E Sunnyside Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84108. For more info visit apartments.utah.edu.

Supervising Work & People

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to explore the essentials of supervision during this seminar series. including hiring and onboarding, setting clear job expectations, optimizing employee engagement, optimizing employee performance, keeping work moving, time management and prioritization. As part of the seminar series, we will build a portfolio of skills to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. Certificate of completion available for attending the full series!9/2 - Understanding the Role of Supervisor, 9/9 - Hiring & Onboarding, 9/16 - Engaging Employees, 9/23 - Employee Performance, 9/30 - Feedback, Coaching, & Professional Development, 10/7 - Time Management & Prioritization, 10/21 - Building a High Performing & Supportive Team Culture, Register now! Event Categories: Workshops & Training. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105, Conf Rm. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Developing Your Leadership Skills

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to this interactive series focused on core aspects of leadership, including effective collaboration and mentoring, conflict navigation, challenging conversations, and compelling negotiation skills. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series.9/2 Leadership Fundamentals 9/9 Collaboration, 9/16 Working Optimally with Others, 9/23 Conflict Navigation, 9/30 Challenging Conversations, 10/7 Negotiation, 10/21 Mentoring, Register now! Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

Fall 2026 First Half - Last day to reverse CR/NC option

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, October 2, 2026.

Presentation Skills

This is a free in-person workshop open to graduate students and postdocs to work on the know-how and production of clincher presentations. We’ll work on themes such as strong openings, engaging and informative presentation slides, enrapturing in-person and online presence, driving a quick-witted Q&A, and a resolute finish. Participants will need to bring either a presentation or a poster to work on. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series! 8/29 Making Content Accessible and Understandable, 9/05 Understanding Your Audience & Practice Tailoring Your Message, 9/12 Slide Review, 9/19 Presentation Delivery/ Impactful Posters, 9/29 In-Person Vs. Virtual Formats, 10/03 & 10/24 Individual Presentation Practice, Register now! Room Name/Number: Aspen Community Center (BLDG 791). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sunnyside Apartments 1925 E Sunnyside Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84108.

Supervising Work & People

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to explore the essentials of supervision during this seminar series. including hiring and onboarding, setting clear job expectations, optimizing employee engagement, optimizing employee performance, keeping work moving, time management and prioritization. As part of the seminar series, we will build a portfolio of skills to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. Certificate of completion available for attending the full series!9/2 - Understanding the Role of Supervisor, 9/9 - Hiring & Onboarding, 9/16 - Engaging Employees, 9/23 - Employee Performance, 9/30 - Feedback, Coaching, & Professional Development, 10/7 - Time Management & Prioritization, 10/21 - Building a High Performing & Supportive Team Culture, Register now! Event Categories: Workshops & Training. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105, Conf Rm. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Developing Your Leadership Skills

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to this interactive series focused on core aspects of leadership, including effective collaboration and mentoring, conflict navigation, challenging conversations, and compelling negotiation skills. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series.9/2 Leadership Fundamentals 9/9 Collaboration, 9/16 Working Optimally with Others, 9/23 Conflict Navigation, 9/30 Challenging Conversations, 10/7 Negotiation, 10/21 Mentoring, Register now! Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

Fall 2026 First Half - Classes end

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, October 9, 2026.

Fall 2026 - Fall Break (Oct 10-18)

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Saturday, October 10, 2026 – Sunday, October 18, 2026.

Thesis Open Workshop Hours

Thesis Editor Trista Emmer is available for hands-on help with thesis and dissertation manuscript formatting and accessibility compliance in Word from 2:30-4:30. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105. Campus Wide Event: No. Monday, October 12, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Fall 2026 First Half - First-half grades due

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Wednesday, October 14, 2026. For more info visit registrar.utah.edu.

Fall 2026 Second Half - Classes begin

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Monday, October 19, 2026.

Supervising Work & People

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to explore the essentials of supervision during this seminar series. including hiring and onboarding, setting clear job expectations, optimizing employee engagement, optimizing employee performance, keeping work moving, time management and prioritization. As part of the seminar series, we will build a portfolio of skills to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. Certificate of completion available for attending the full series!9/2 - Understanding the Role of Supervisor, 9/9 - Hiring & Onboarding, 9/16 - Engaging Employees, 9/23 - Employee Performance, 9/30 - Feedback, Coaching, & Professional Development, 10/7 - Time Management & Prioritization, 10/21 - Building a High Performing & Supportive Team Culture, Register now! Event Categories: Workshops & Training. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105, Conf Rm. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Developing Your Leadership Skills

The Graduate School invites graduate students and postdocs to this interactive series focused on core aspects of leadership, including effective collaboration and mentoring, conflict navigation, challenging conversations, and compelling negotiation skills. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series.9/2 Leadership Fundamentals 9/9 Collaboration, 9/16 Working Optimally with Others, 9/23 Conflict Navigation, 9/30 Challenging Conversations, 10/7 Negotiation, 10/21 Mentoring, Register now! Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.

Fall 2026 Second Half - Last day to add, drop (delete), elect CR/NC, or audit classes

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, October 23, 2026.

Fall 2026 Second Half - Last day to wait list

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, October 23, 2026.

Presentation Skills

This is a free in-person workshop open to graduate students and postdocs to work on the know-how and production of clincher presentations. We’ll work on themes such as strong openings, engaging and informative presentation slides, enrapturing in-person and online presence, driving a quick-witted Q&A, and a resolute finish. Participants will need to bring either a presentation or a poster to work on. Certificate of completion awarded for attending the full series! 8/29 Making Content Accessible and Understandable, 9/05 Understanding Your Audience & Practice Tailoring Your Message, 9/12 Slide Review, 9/19 Presentation Delivery/ Impactful Posters, 9/29 In-Person Vs. Virtual Formats, 10/03 & 10/24 Individual Presentation Practice, Register now! Room Name/Number: Aspen Community Center (BLDG 791). Cost: Free. Contact Name: Mary Anne Berzins. Contact Email: mary.anne.berzins@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Sunnyside Apartments 1925 E Sunnyside Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84108.

Fall 2026 Full Term - Last day to withdraw from classes

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, October 30, 2026.

Thesis Open Workshop Hours

Thesis Editor Trista Emmer is available for hands-on help with thesis and dissertation manuscript formatting and accessibility compliance in Word from 2:30-4:30. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105. Campus Wide Event: No. Monday, November 2, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Thesis Open Workshop Hours

Thesis Editor Trista Emmer is available for hands-on help with thesis and dissertation manuscript formatting and accessibility compliance in Word from 2:30-4:30. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Room Name/Number: 3105. Campus Wide Event: No. Monday, November 9, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Fall 2026 Second Half - Last day to withdraw from classes

Academic Deadlines Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Friday, November 13, 2026.