Graduate Teaching Program
UVM’s Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL), Writing in the Disciplines Program (WID), and the Graduate College invite graduate students to participate in the Graduate Teaching Program. Graduate students completing the program can earn formal recognition from the Graduate College.
This program, designed for graduate students who are interested in pursuing teaching in higher education, provides encouragement and feedback in developing teaching philosophies, practices and strategies to prepare you to teach to a wide variety of students, support for preparing a teaching portfolio, a supportive community encouraging professional development.
Graduate Writing Center
The Graduate Writing Center offers free one-on-one and small group consultations for graduate student writers. It supports writing for any project, at any stage in the process. Staffed by experienced consultants who hail from graduate programs across campus, the Graduate Writing Center also offers writing retreats, workshops, in-class support, and multi-day camps for thesis and dissertation writers.
Student Accessibility Services
Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive campus environment where all students can thrive. SAS works collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to provide accommodations and resources that ensure equitable access to all aspects of university life. SAS's mission is to create an inclusive and accessible campus environment where every student can thrive.
SAS offers: accommodations: assistance with academic, housing, and dining accommodations tailored to student needs; support services: access to assistive technology, alternative formats, and other resources to enhance your learning experience; and advising and advocacy: guidance on navigating UVM’s policies, procedures, and resources to remove barriers and promote independence.
UVM Student Research Conference
All UVM students performing research or creative projects under the mentorship of a UVM faculty member are encouraged to participate in the UVM Student Research Conference, which is a full day devoted to presentations by graduate and undergraduate students from all disciplines. This event is sponsored by the Vice President for Research, the Graduate College and the Honors College.
Statistical Software Support and Consulting Services
Located on the first floor of Howe Library in room 115, Statistical Software Support and Consulting Services provides help with statistical methodologies, data analysis, experimental design, and the use of statistical software. Please visit the Howe Library website for additional information, review drop-in hours, or schedule an appointment.
Graduate Student Senate
The Graduate Student Senate (GSS), composed of graduate student representatives from various graduate programs, cultivates both the academic and nonacademic activities of the graduate student body and enhances all aspects of graduate school life at the University of Vermont. GSS is the voice for graduate students and acts as a liaison between the University of Vermont’s administration, faculty, staff, undergraduate and graduate students.
Graduate Student Ombudsperson
The Graduate Student Ombudsperson (“Ombuds”) offers independent, confidential, informal, and impartial assistance to graduate students on matters affecting their graduate education. The Ombuds addresses issues and challenges students may face in their academic careers at UVM. The Ombuds thus supports the University’s commitment to excellence in graduate education. The Ombuds provides assistance through informal means only. Their services do not duplicate formal University processes and procedures. However, they may provide information about and referrals to other appropriate offices or services. Please note that there are limits to the confidentiality of the Ombudsperson. Common issues and concerns that might be brought to the Ombudsperson (note this is not a comprehensive list): miscommunication between advisors, faculty, and/or students; conflict with advisors or peers; interpersonal, intercultural, and group conflicts; confusion around university policies and/or procedures; perceived ethical dilemmas; perceived unfair treatment, including bullying and harassment; and quest for additional university resource to support graduate students in handling an issue.
GRADNET
GRADNET is an electronic forum where Graduate students, faculty, and staff discuss issues, research topics, graduate student life and announcements that pertain to members of our Graduate community here at UVM. Subscription is voluntary. Please refer to the Graduate College website for further information and instructions to subscribe.
Interfaith Center
The Interfaith Center supports holistic development and student success by advancing religious and spiritual pluralism. The Center provides physical and metaphorical space for the practice, study, and exploration of faith; educates about and advocates for religious accommodation; and elevates conversations about the role of religion in our daily lives. Offering several spaces and resources for gathering and spiritual practices, the Interfaith Center is open to all UVM students, staff, faculty, and affiliates for reflection, conversation, education, and community building.
Prism Center
The Center advances student success through its work to create a campus community where people of all sexual and gender identities can thrive. The Center offers opportunities for all members of UVM's communities to support, empower, and learn from one another. The Prism Center holds a variety of events, social and educational programs, and training and advocacy opportunities throughout the year for students, staff, and faculty members.
The Mosaic Center
The Mosaic Center serves all UVM students, particularly those from historically under-served communities, advancing student success with a focus on joy and excellence at UVM. Mosaic seeks to realize these aspirations through building community, fostering a sense of belonging, and facilitating programs designed to help students succeed on their terms. Mosaic creates opportunities at each phase of students’ UVM careers.
Women and Gender Equity Center
The Women and Gender Equity Center (WAGE) cultivates connection and community while advancing gender equity. The WAGE Center strives to provide programming, education, and events that connect our community through the exploration of the intersections of their gender and other identities with the goal of advancing student success. The WAGE Center works with students, staff, and faculty of all identities. Everyone is welcome.
Living Well
Living Well in the Dudley H. Davis Center is a home base for health promotion and wellbeing on the UVM campus. It offers a variety of supports, educational resources, programs, and offerings to help students experience UVM to the fullest.
Career Center
The Career Center offers a range of services that help connect students to the people, opportunities, and resources needed to advance career exploration, readiness, and success. Services include Career Interest Groups, drop-in hours, online resources, career fairs, panels, workshops, and networking events.
Office of Student and Community Relations
The Office of Student and Community Relations provides resources and support to University of Vermont students as they transition to living off campus. The Office facilitates communication and builds relationships among students and non-students so that they can create healthy and safe neighborhoods.
UVM Veterans Services
UVM Student Veteran Services supports Veterans and VA students with education and other benefits and help them to make the smoothest possible transition to higher education after serving in the armed forces.