Career, Professional & Community Development Resources for In-Person and Online Students

The UNH Graduate School’s Career, Professional, and Community Development Team offers an array of 
programming for all graduate students throughout the academic year. Programs are designed to further professional development skills and showcase the resources available to master’s and Ph.D. students, all while building a strong graduate school community.

If you have any questions, please email grad.assist@unh.edu.

Upcoming Events

Stay tuned! Our events for the 2026–2027 academic year are in development and we look forward to sharing them soon. In the meantime, explore our Programs Review for a preview of what’s to come.

 

Fall Programming

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Community Gathering

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Public Speaking & Professional Communication Series

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Accelerate to Industry Workshop (A2i)

Spring Programming

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Moorhead Writing Academy

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3 Minute Thesis (3MT)

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Graduate Research Conference (GRC)

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    Mission Statement

    "Our mission is to create a coordinated ecosystem of professional connections and opportunities. We use a holistic approach to education and skill development to prepare graduate students and post-docs for careers in academia, industry, government, and beyond." 

    - Dr. Jovana Milosavljevic Ardeljan, Director of Career, Professional, and Community Development

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    Career Development

    We believe graduate education must provide career readiness coupled with research opportunities.

    Through offerings like the Accelerate 2 Industry (A2i) program and Public Speaking & Professional Communication Series, students gain practical tools, industry insights, and essential communication skills to transform academic experience into professional success after graduation.

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    Professional Development

    We believe that graduate students deserve opportunities to contribute meaningfully to their fields and to be recognized for their work. 

    Signature events like Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) and the Graduate Research Conference empower students to share their research with clarity and impact across disciplines and audiences, elevating student voices and showcasing the real-world value of graduate research.

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    Community Development

    We believe that strong scholarship grows from strong community. 

    Through programs like the Moorhead Writing Academy, Weekly Writing Group, and Community Lunches, we create intentional spaces for students to connect, share, and support one another, fostering a collaborative culture of belonging that sustains graduate success.


Click the button below to visit our Research & Funding webpage and learn about opportunities to share your work and receive support for your research.
 

RESEARCH & Funding opportunities

Meet the Team