From: Graduate Academic Advising & Engagement
Date: April 29
Subject: Grad Insider: Final Stretch — Key Updates & Reminders


Stay up to date on important information from Graduate Academic Advising & Engagement
In this edition of The Grad Insider, we’re highlighting Summer and Fall job opportunities within Graduate Academic Advising & Engagement. You’ll also find upcoming events on the Grad Horizon, important dates to remember, and tips to help you finish the semester strong.

The Final Countdown!

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for Graduate Student Appreciation Week (GSAW)! We love the opportunity to celebrate you and your successes.

With the final two weeks of the spring term approaching, take some time to reflect on how far you’ve come and know that you can make it through this final push. Stay focused, keep going, and finish strong - you’re almost there.


 

For Our Graduating Students 🎓

Congratulations on this incredible milestone! We’re excited to celebrate all of your hard work and achievements.

What’s Coming Up:

  • Regalia Pickup: May 7–8 (12:00–7:00 PM, Back Bay Rooms – Student Center)
  • Graduate Reception: May 12 (invitation sent to graduating students)
  • Commencement: May 15 (Bentley Arena)

📍 On the Grad Horizon

4/29 - Mental Health and Empowerment for International Students 
4/30 - CISS: I-20 Travel Signature Pop-Up 
5/1 - GFA: End-of-Semester Graduation Event 
5/15 - Graduate and PHD Commencement

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

Advisor’s Corner: Finals Survival Skills

Feeling the pressure during these last two weeks of the term? Your advisors have you covered! Check out these survival skills guaranteed to get you mentally and physically prepared to conquer the end of the semester.

1. Feeling stuck while studying or working on a final paper? Change study locations! Sometimes a change of scenery can help shift your mindset, too.

2. Build in time for breaks. Pushing through an assignment just to finish can lead to typos, mistakes, or the addition of extraneous information. Stepping away for a short break can help reset your mind and give you a fresh perspective.

3. Teach someone what you’re learning. Think you understand your study materials? Try explaining it to someone else! Teaching someone else the information demonstrates a higher level of comprehension.

4. Believe in yourself! You know more than you think you do. Be confident in your abilities and how far you’ve come – you've got this!

🗓️ Dates to Remember

5/6 - Last day of Spring full semester classes 
Grades for Spring classes will be posted within 72 hours of the final class meeting. 
5/11 - First day of May one-week intensive courses
5/26 - Summer ten-week & first-session asynchronous courses begin
5/28 - Last day to add/swap a summer first-session asynchronous course
5/30 - Last day to add/swap summer ten-week course

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

Join the GAAE Team This Summer 

Now Hiring: Summer + Fall Student Roles 

We are currently hiring graduate students to work in our office this summer and fall. These roles offer a chance to build experience while contributing to the day-to-day work of supporting graduate students and office initiatives!

Summer 2026 (Start: Week of May 11) 

Digital Media & Data, Office Assistant (36 hrs/week) 
Work on a mix of data and digital projects - from tracking engagement metrics to updating content and creating graphics. 

Apply in Workday

Fall 2026 Opportunities 

Submit the attached form to share your interest and preferences. 

  • Digital & Content, Office Assistant (~15 hrs/week)  
  • Data Analyst, Office Assistant (~15 hrs/week)  
  • Events & Social Media, Office Assistant (~15 hrs/week)  
  • Graduate Peer Tutor (~5 hrs/week)  
  • Graduate Organization Tutor (~5 hrs/week) 

Do You Want to Speak At Graduate Orientation?

Share your experience and help welcome new graduate students this fall. We’re looking for a student speaker to deliver a short, meaningful address at Graduate Orientation - visit our website to learn more about the role and application process.

Key Details:

  • Speech length: 3–5 minutes (about 500–750 words)
  • Must be in good academic standing
  • Must attend orientation in person

Important Dates:

  • Applications Due: August 2
  • Decisions Released: August 12
  • Orientation: August 24 (morning)

Submit an Application

Subsidized Summer Housing for Tech Interns

Subsidized summer housing opportunity available for tech interns across Greater Boston - an affordable way to live, connect, and thrive during your internship. Learn more and apply here.

Share your milestones for our Student Spotlight! 

What's something you or your peers have done lately that you're proud of? We'd love to highlight you and share your "wins" in one of our upcoming editions of the newsletter! Use the link below to share your accomplishments with us!

Link to Form




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Office Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (ET)
(781) 891-2348  |  GA_Gradvising@bentley.edu  |  bentley.edu/gaae

    

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