Faculty of Graduate Studies
We take a student-centred approach to create a meaningful graduate student journey.
As a University of Calgary graduate student, you are a part of the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS). While your teaching faculty provides the home for your research, courses and scholarly activities, we are here to answer your questions, support, guide and empower you in your graduate journey.
Tara L. Beattie
Dean and Vice Provost – Graduate Studies
GRADnews
Shazia Hafiz Ramji, a PhD candidate in English from the Faculty of Arts, explores how Second World War narratives shaped modern storytelling. As a 2023 Killam Scholar, her research blends history, trauma studies and creative writing to reclaim forgotten narratives, inspire new ways of understanding stories and foster connections across communities.
Latest graduate news
Learning Together Through Mentorship
Mentorship isn’t just about guidance — it’s a mutual exchange of growth, inspiration and learning, as seen in the journeys of seasoned mentors and a determined graduate student.
Five Tips to Stay on Track with Your 2025 Health Goals
Bryan Yu, MSc’23, a strength and conditioning coach for Olympic and Paralympic athletes, shares his top five pieces of advice for making and, most importantly, sticking to your New Year’s health resolutions!
The Ripple Effect: Mentorship Lessons from UCalgary Alumni
We asked some notable UCalgary alumni from the last year to reflect on the mentors who shaped their journeys from career-defining advice to life-changing support.
Student-athlete’s slogan: ‘It’s 100% mental’
Master of Public Policy student Madison Kane-Rissling is a Dinos Academic All-Canadian for the third time
Future-focused Vanier scholars at UCalgary bridge health gaps and power a greener Canada
Chantelle Anderson and Philip Adebayo research ways to improve health-care access for Indigenous communities and sustainable energy for cold climates
35th ASTech Awards celebrate UCalgary research community and alumni
Annual awards recognize Alberta’s science and technology innovation sector
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This Calendar provides important information regarding the regulations of the University and graduate programs.