Resources

Below are a number of Campus-wide resources that are completely free and accessible to graduate students to help in various personal and professional areas:

Office of Graduate and Professional Education

The College of Engineering Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Education develops and implements policies and programs to foster successful graduate student outcomes in our diverse engineering environment. Our specific emphasis is on recruitment, retention, and training of graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in engineering and computer science.

Graduate College

The Graduate College is committed to the success and well-being of all graduate students. On this website you can find a number of helpful resources for various professional inquiries regarding graduate school. Some examples include application forms (domestic and international), fees and funding, faculty policies, University resources and locations, and all academic, professional, and employment policies.

International Student and Scholar Services

The ISSS is dedicated to providing support and guidance to the international community at the University of Delaware. On this site you can find resources for new students pre, during, and post-arrival. For current students, a wealth of information regarding tax forms, travel and visas, acquisition of a drivers license and/or state ID, and transferring out or into another program. There are a number of connections you can make with various international students, professors, and advisers that can aid in career searching as well.

Counseling Center

The University of Delaware Counseling Center aims to provide confidential, professional mental-health care for all undergraduate and graduate students. Not only can you use the website to contact the office and create an appointment, but it offers emergency mental health services, strategies for improving emotional awareness, stress management, and eating disorders. It also boasts resources for both students and their family in improving mental health and conflict resolution.

Student Health Services

Student Health Services aims to provide medical care to undergraduate and graduate students at UD. There are a number of resources on their website for urgent care clinics, men’s and women’s health, health care for drug/substance abuse, and eating disorders.

Career Center

The Career Center at the University of Delaware is dedicated to helping all students with career options, employment opportunities, and advice relating to graduate school. The facility contains many connections, professionals, and programs to help engage and empower students follow their academic and professional goals.

UD Police

The UD Police is committed to maintaining a safe, equitable, and relaxing environment for all students. The Police department is always available for contact in any emergency, and is committed to maintaining the highest professional standards of safety and vigilance. This website provides resources including how to report a crime, the various safety measures included on campus, bicycle registration, and protocols for appropriate responses to various threats and crisis situations.

Office of Equity and Inclusion/Title 9

The Office of Equity and Inclusion works to provide an inclusive and diverse environment for all minority groups. The organization monitors affirmative action compliance, creating and managing the non-discrimination policy, supporting diversity initiatives on campus, and regulating and managing all Title 9 affairs. The website includes contact information for meetings, workshop schedules, and an explanation of all policies.

Writing Center

The Writing Center is committed to the success of all students at the University of Delaware in both creative and technical writing. Through applying with a valid University email, one can set up appointment with one of the many writing tutors for proofreading help, critiques, and word choice.

Center for Black Culture

The Center for Black Culture works to provide support for and aid in campus-wide cultural diversity and the community. They offer a number of programs that increase awareness, celebration, and understanding of the African Diaspora. The center also works to help black students in optimal utilization of campus resources to maximize their experience at the University of Delaware.

Disability Student Support Services

The Office of Disability Support Services provides “academic support, employment opportunities, and…programs for all individuals with disabilities.” The office works to minimize the inaccessibility on campus for students with disabilities and spread awareness to the University to create a more equitable and inclusive environment for these students.