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Whether you’re an undergraduate student planning what comes after graduation or a STEM professional thinking about your next career move, graduate school may be one of the most powerful ways to expand your opportunities.
At the 2026 SHPE National Convention, University Village is the place to explore what a master’s degree, PhD, or advanced STEM pathway could mean for your future.
Located in Hall D of the Indiana Convention Center, University Village brings together graduate school representatives, current graduate students, researchers, faculty, and grad school-curious attendees for two days of connection, learning, and discovery.
Here’s what you can experience:
Meet with universities recruiting future graduate students and learn about master’s, PhD, research, fellowship, and funding opportunities.
- University Village Main Stage
Hear from speakers on topics designed to help you think through your graduate school journey, including how to choose a program, navigate admissions, understand research opportunities, and decide whether grad school is the right next step.
- STEM Research Competition
Explore research from current SHPE graduate students through poster presentations and oral competition finals. See what advanced STEM work looks like in action.
This challenging academic competition tests participants' intellectual abilities, critical thinking skills, and comprehensive expertise across STEM subjects. Watch the finale live on the Main Stage in University Village. Want to challenge yourself? It’s not too late to compete! Apply here.
- Passport to Graduate School Mixer
Join us Thursday evening for a high-energy networking mixer connecting grad school-curious attendees with university representatives, current graduate students, and others in academia. Visit participating universities, ask questions, build connections, and explore what’s possible.
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