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Stay up to date on important information from Graduate Academic Advising & Engagement

This edition of Grad Insider features a GCD Spotlight, Advisor’s Corner, Fall 2026 positions still available, and gearing up for the fall semester.

We Can’t Wait to Welcome You Back!

We’re looking forward to welcoming you back for the fall semester! The Graduate Academic Advising & Engagement Office is open and here to support your academic goals.

We’re back to our regular office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Drop-In Advising: Drop-in hours will resume during the first week of classes, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 11:00 AM–4:00 PM.

📍 On the Grad Horizon

9/2/2026 - GCD: Public Accounting Panel

**Explore upcoming Graduate Career Development events and opportunities on HireGrad and Handshake.

Office Spotlight: Graduate Career Development

This is your time to take action and take charge of your career. Through your engagement with Graduate and Alumni Career Development (GCD), you gain the knowledge and networking skills needed to advance you on your life-long career path. We offer you upskilling and opportunities for success as a graduate student and later as an alumni. Welcome to GCD!

Get Started

🎓Join the HireGrad Career Platform

An additional employment and engagement platform dedicated to our graduate student talent. Follow the HireGrad Student Getting Started Toolkit and use your Bentley email to join.

📅Schedule a Graduate Career Coaching Appointment

30-minute career coaching offered by appointment only via HireGrad. No drop-ins available at this time. Students are welcome to make an appointment with any of our coaches. All coaches are generalists.

🔗Be Part of the GCD LinkedIn Group

Join the Bentley Graduate & Alumni Career Development community on LinkedIn to expand your network, discover opportunities, and stay connected.

Save the Dates:

Career Success Summit | Thursday, October 1, 2026

Designed for all Bentley graduate students to explore the essentials needed to position themselves for career success and impact their return on investment.

Career Conversations | Wednesday, November 4, 2026

A lively, fast-paced networking event that blends learning, conversation, and relationship-building. Designed for all graduate students, this event offers the opportunity to connect directly with alumni and industry professionals in a welcoming speed-meet, table group networking format.

Fall 2026 Office Assistant Positions Still Open!

We’re still hiring for Fall 2026! Join the Graduate Academic Advising & Engagement Office as an Office Assistant in one of our two open positions:

Digital Media & Events Office Assistant
Social Media & Newsletter Office Assistant

Interested? Apply through Workday using the button below!

Apply on Workday

🗓️ Dates to Remember

8/17/26 - Last day of summer six-week second sessions courses
8/20/26 - Final grades are due for summer six-week second session courses
8/31/26 - First day of fall full semester classes

Check the Academic Calendar to stay informed about important academic deadlines.

🎉 Graduate Supper Clubs Return This September!

We're excited to bring back Graduate Supper Clubs as a monthly event starting this September! Open to all graduate students, Supper Club is a great opportunity to enjoy a free dinner and drinks, connect with fellow students, and engage in meaningful conversations outside the classroom. Join us as we build community, expand your network, and make the most of your Bentley graduate experience. Stay tuned for upcoming dates and registration details!

Advisors Corner

Have questions? We have answers!

In our office, there’s no such thing as a silly question. Whether you're navigating program requirements, exploring academic opportunities, or simply unsure where to start, our office is here to help point you in the right direction. Reach out early and often. Sometimes the best next step begins with a simple question!

Jennison Hall, Suite 336
Summer Office Hours: Monday-Thursday (Closed on Friday)
8 AM - 5:30 PM (ET)
(781) 891-2348 | GA_Gradvising@bentley.edu | bentley.edu/gaae

Regular Academic Advising Appointment: Link to schedule