The Graduate School

• Guidelines - Preparation of Projects used as Culminating Experiences 2026-27

• Graduate Writing Resources Page (GVSU) 
• Writing Center for graduate students (GVSU) 
• Scholarly Communications (GVSU Library) 
• 10 Tips for Graduate Student Writers (PDF)

• Tips for Preparing for a Project or Thesis 
• Project Flow Chart Process
• Responsible Conduct of Research Requirements

• Project Title Page (Word)
• Program Approval Page
• Committee Membership Endorsement Form

• How to submit your project to ScholarWorks
• Email [email protected]
• Petition for Exception Form for ScholarWorks

For assistance with any of these forms or questions regarding the guidelines, please contact Trista Shumway in The Graduate School at (616) 331-7105 or [email protected].