Thesis and Dissertation Information

Requirements and Deadlines

BEFORE beginning the Thesis or Dissertation process, students must meet with an advisor or Graduate Program Director to review the department specific guidelines and proposal information.

Students are required to remain continuously enrolled in either 695/696 or 795/796 once a thesis/dissertation is started, until the end of the semester of graduation.

Questions

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

Upcoming Workshops

Workshops have concluded for this semester. Please check back at the beginning of the next semester for upcoming workshops.

Plagiarism, RCR Training, and AI Video

Embark on an exploration of academic integrity in our Plagiarism, RCR (Responsible Conduct of Research), and AI usage training video. Learn about the nuances of originality and ethical scholarship as we briefly navigate the intricacies of proper citation, attribution, and the ethical principles that underpin scholarly endeavors. Discover in this brief video how to uphold integrity in your research practices, safeguard the credibility of your work, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge with honor and accountability.

Semester of Thesis or Dissertation Defense:	Final Day to Defend Thesis or Dissertation:	Final Day to Submit Final Documents to The Graduate School:
Fall 2025	November 18, 2025	December 12, 2025
Winter 2026	April 1, 2026	April 24, 2026
Spring/Summer 2026	July 14, 2026	August 11, 2026
Fall 2026	November 20, 2026	December 11, 2026