NSU Graduate School

Our master and doctoral students are actively involved with The Center for Research and Education in Quantum Leap Science and Technology (CREST). This experience provides extensive research training, professional development, participation in national and international conferences, internships and intensive training in scientific writing and presentations.

Norfolk State University established the multidisciplinary CREST Center for Research and Education in Quantum-leap Science and Technology for development of new quantum based technology and for the education of the 21st century quantum science workforce with emphasis on the production of scientists and engineers from groups historically underrepresented in STEM disciplines.

Learn more about our graduate programs:
www.nsu.edu/graduate-studies

CREST: https://www.nsu.edu/Academics/Research/CREQS

Center for Research & Education in Quantum-Leap Science & Technology: Training the Quantum Workforce The Center for Research and Education in Quantum-Leap Science and Technology (CREQS) , vision is to establish Norfolk State University as an internatiothenal...

Congratulations Olivia Royster!

Olivia has been selected as the 2024 USC SCA HBCU Next Fellowship. She will be taking a course at the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts Summer Program. The course runs for six weeks and the full cost of tuition, housing, travel, meal plan, and related fees will be covered as a part of the Fellowship.

She is currently in the Media and Communications graduate program.

Congratulations to the Spring 2024 Master and Doctoral Graduates!!!

We commend you on achieving this tremendous milestone. Your persistence and determination will take you far in your respective profession or other path you have chosen. We applaud your resilience to overcome any unprecedented roadblocks to your research and other life barriers this semester. As an alumni of NSU, you have now joined the family of scientists, educators and other high achieving professionals.

Congratulations again on conquering this huge challenge and may your ongoing contributions continue to make our office and university community proud!



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We are excited to welcome Christine Roebuck CEO and Financial Strategist to facilitate our Financial Planning Workshop for graduate students.

Wednesday, April 17th - 6pm (virtual)

Christine Roebuck is an internationally known, award-winning certified financial strategist, entrepreneur, author and the CEO of Live My Life Debt Free, a financial wellness and debt freedom empowerment organization.

A financial influencer, the “Live My Life Debt Free” brand has reached over 65 countries through its compelling content and global visibility. She has presented her business legal/financial expertise at the White House, Conference of Minority Public Administrators, Regional Chambers of Commerce, on television/radio and various social media outlets across the world.

This year we are celebrating National Graduate Student Appreciation Week - April 15 - 19, 2024

During this time, we will recognize our students by highlighting their achievements and providing enrichment events, workshops and other activities on campus and virtual.

We will end the week with our annual Graduate Awards Recognition Reception on April 19, 2024, in which we will celebrate our outstanding students.

National Association of Graduate-Professional Students (NAGPS)

Congratulations on the NSU Master of Cybersecurity Program.

Our graduate program has been named to the 2024 Fortune Education Best Online Master's in Cybersecurity Degrees list!
https://fortune.com/education/information-technology/best-online-masters-in-cybersecurity/

Learn more: www.nsu.edu/computerscience/ms-cybersecurity

Graduate Students,

Don’t forget to sign up to attend the upcoming information session for the School of Graduate Studies and Research,

The Perfect THREE MINUTE Pitch Competition.

Prizes include: First Place - $600, Second Place -$300, and People’s Choice - $100

This competition is open to all disciplines (including online programs), if you are doing research in the labs, exploring alternatives for policy changes, or working on a project………..

WE WANT TO HEAR ABOUT IT!

The brief virtual information session will provide the criteria and the dates for future sessions to assist you with preparation.

Please let us know if you are interested via email.

All new and returning graduate students are invited to attend.

Meet.............................

- The Dean and staff of The School of Graduate Studies and Research. Learn about policies, resources and other upcoming opportunities for graduate students.

- The Graduate Student Association (GSA) Executive Members and other current students. Hear from your peers about graduate life and upcoming events.

Try your luck at virtual icebreakers/games and win prizes.

We look forward to seeing you online soon!

(Access link in email or request: [email protected])

Welcome 2024!

We hope your New Year is filled with peace, love and happiness. 😊

If you or someone you know are interested in Clinical Psychology check us out at: https://sci.odu.edu/vcpcp/index.shtml

Applications for 2025 will be accepted starting in August.

Hello New Graduate Students,

We regret that our New Student Orientation for graduate students will NOT be held today due to the university early dismissal/weather and power connectivity. Please find the electronic handouts and documentation from our session via email.

We will however reschedule a Virtual Meet and Greet at a later time this month to answer any questions you may have and to meet the other students.

Graduate New Student Orientation - Tuesday, Jan. 9th at 6pm (Virtual).

Our new student orientation is designed specifically for graduate students to ease your transition, introduce campus resources, professional development opportunities and help connect with other graduate students through our graduate student association.

In addition, students will learn about expectations as a graduate student, funding, policies and procedures, deadlines, and where to go for support.

Graduate New Student Orientation - Tuesday, Jan. 9th at 6pm (Virtual).

Our new student orientation is designed specifically for graduate students to ease your transition, introduce campus resources, professional development opportunities and help connect with other graduate students through our graduate student association.

In addition, students will learn about expectations as a graduate student, funding, policies and procedures, deadlines, and where to go for support.

Congratulations to the December 2023 Master and Doctoral Graduates!!!

We commend you on achieving this tremendous milestone. Your persistence and determination will take you far in your respective profession or other path you have chosen. We applaud your resilience to overcome any unprecedented roadblocks to your research and other life barriers this semester. As an alumni of NSU, you have now joined the family of scientists, educators and other high achieving professionals.

Congratulations again on conquering this huge challenge and may your ongoing contributions continue to make our office and university community proud!



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Black women in AI: Building a more inclusive and equitable future.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqgmjdclTjU
Monday, December 04, 2023
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm EST

The Brookings Institution

Black women in AI: Building a more inclusive and equitable future The Center for Technology Innovation at Brookings for a discussion with Black women experts in AI, who will share their work and insights as well as discuss ...

The Virginia Association of Science Teachers (VAST) formed in 1952 with the mission of promoting excellence in science teaching and learning in Virginia. The organization continues to thrive with members from across the state.
https://vast.wildapricot.org/2023pdi

Happy Veterans Day

Our military and veteran students receive encouragement and a supportive environment that maximizes their potential in becoming engaged leaders and productive citizens.

“If you only do what you can do, you will never be more than you are now.” - Cadet Davyne Hughes-Davis, Masters in Urban Education/ Community Counseling Masters Program.

Thank you for your service!!!

SAVE-THE-DATE

Graduate New Student Orientation - Tuesday, Jan. 9th at 6pm via Zoom.

Our new student orientation is designed specifically for graduate students to ease your transition, introduce campus resources, professional development opportunities and help connect with other graduate students through our graduate student association.

In addition, students will learn about expectations as a graduate student, funding, policies and procedures, deadlines, and where to go for support.

Start your Spring 2024 planning now to register for classes. View the Spring 2024 Academic Calendar:
www.nsu.edu/registrar

We have several student who receive Tuition and Stipend funding as apart of their GEM Fellowship. Join the session to hear and learn more.

STEM Funding Information Session - Tuesday, Oct. 31st - 3pm (EST) -
Registration Link:
www.gemfellowship.org/tec-event/gem-info-session-presented-by-nsbe/

Why Graduate School? Why join The National GEM Consortium?

If you thought PhDs were simply for those wanting to become professors or that you couldn’t afford graduate school, think again. This session is designed to break some of the common myths about pursuing an advanced degree and set you on course to achieving your fullest potential.

Dr. Marcus Huggans
Executive Director, Client Relations, The National GEM Consortium (GEM Alum)

Happy 2023 NSU Homecoming!🔰

Networking with alumni can be highly beneficial for both current students and recent graduates. We encourage graduate students to take some time to stop by for a meet and greet with former students in your programs.

Please see the full list of the Academic Program events details during the 2023 NSU Homecoming week.

www.nsu.edu/Homecoming/Alumni-Friends-Events

WE ARE LIVE!!! - Graduate Open House
It's not too late to join our online Graduate Open House session.
www.nsu.edu/gradopenhouse

Learn how NSU can provide you with advanced training and networks that will help you launch the next phase of your career. A complimentary application fee waiver will be provided to all in attendance.

Stop by our table at the Black Doctoral Network 11th Annual Black Doctoral Network Conference.

The Black Doctoral Network is leading the next generation of Black scholars to reach new heights. Encouraging intellectual curiosity and transformative research, the Black Doctoral Network is a bridge leader, creating paths between scholars, disciplines, and academic universities all while serving as an invaluable connection between higher education and the community at large.

Hands On Experience....Learn more at our upcoming Virtual Open House: Saturday, Oct. 21st starting at 10am.

The College of Science, Engineering and Technology currently houses several state-of-the-art research centers that students receive advance training.

– Center for Materials Research (CMR)
– Center for Biotechnology and Biomedical Sciences (CBBS)
– Center of Excellence in Cybersecurity
– Creative Gaming and Simulation Lab (CGS)
– Information Assurance –Research, Educations and Development Institute, (IA-REDI)

Learn more about our Graduate School opportunities.
Registration Open: www.nsu.edu/gradopenhouse

Get prepared for Teaching at the Master's Level!!

Join us Saturday, October 21st starting at 10am for our Virtual Graduate Open House.

Hear about how the Masters of Arts in Teaching Elementary program is designed to prepare individuals to teach in an elementary school setting. The program is a career path in which students enrolled will focus on subjects (e.g., mathematics, science, social studies and language arts) to be taught to students in grades pre-kindergarten through five or six (depending on school district/division).

Students will be provided with pedagogical knowledge, skills and dispositions to effectively plan instructional activities to support learning for all school-age children.

In addition, the graduate of this program will receive a Commonwealth of Virginia professional teaching license and will be eligible to teach in public elementary schools in Virginia.

See other graduate programs and register for Graduate Open House: https://www.nsu.edu/gradopenhouse

Graduate Open House - Saturday, October 21st - 10am (Virtual)

School of Social Work
The MSW and Ph.D. programs at NSU prepares students to make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities dealing with complex life challenges as well as leadership roles. Students can expect a structured sequential curriculum with proactive faculty mentoring.

Join us to learn about the admission process, funding opportunities, and more.

Register: https://www.nsu.edu/gradopenhouse

Graduate Virtual Open House - Saturday, October 21st starting at 10am.

Thank you for considering NSU for your advanced academic training. Our faculty, staff and students are excited to introduce you to NSU’s masters and doctoral programs through a variety of live sessions focused on admissions, resources, opportunities and more.

Please visit website for more information and to register:
www.nsu.edu/gradopenhouse

The university is celebrating Wellness and Unity Week. The School of Graduate Studies and Research is here to provide students with support academically as well as direct to additional resources for their well-being.

NSU offers many health and wellness opportunities through various campus resources such as:

Health center, Counseling services, Fitness equipment, Intramural sports, Bowling, Lounge, Study/eeting and Networking areas.

Remember, It's Ok to ask for HELP!
www.nsu.edu/counselingcenter

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The School of Graduate Studies and Research hosted a Welcome Reception to new Master and Doctoral students. They were greeted by faculty, staff and current students. This informal event allowed all to participate in games, networking and hors d'oeuvres.

We look forward to a productive semester!

Our Fall Open House will consist of graduate academic information sessions focused on admissions, resources, opportunities and more. We will have a student panel ready to greet you and staff ready to answer your questions.

We invite you to attend and learn how NSU can provide you with advanced training and networks that will help you launch the next phase of your career. A complimentary application fee waiver will be provided to all in attendance.

Registration is now open!
https://www.nsu.edu/gradopenhouse