Thesis and Dissertation Workshop
Thesis and Dissertation Workshop: What do I need to do before I graduate?
This Workshop cover online submission, copyright, deadlines, and formatting. It's typically offered once in the Spring and once in the Fall. For those unable to attend, there is a recording and slides from a previous workshop (with the same content) linked to the right. If you have questions about this workshop, please contact Marianne Reed.
This workshop covers what you need to know as soon as you get ready to submit your thesis or dissertation, including:
- Copyright considerations and resources for assistance
- Increasing the visibility of your work through KU ScholarWorks
- Considerations for delaying the release of your thesis or dissertation
- Path to completion and deadlines
- Required paperwork
- Tips and tricks for formatting your thesis/dissertation, including resources for LaTeX help
- Step-by-step demonstration of the online submission process
- Dealing with supplementary files during submission
- Optional fees
This workshop is co-sponsored by the KU Libraries and the Office of Graduate Studies.
If you have questions or need additional assistance, please refer to the contacts listed below.
KU Lawrence Campus
- Office of Graduate Studies
- 213 Strong Hall
- 785-864-8040
- graduate@ku.edu
KU Medical Center
- A.R. Dykes Library
- 1005 Dykes Library
- (913) 945-5990
- dykesresearch@kumc.edu
KU Lawrence Campus
Watson Library provides support for graduate students working on their theses or dissertations. Please use the following contacts to submit your questions:
- Scott McEathron | macmap68@ku.edu | Head of the Center for Graduate Initiatives and Engagement
- Paul Thomas | paulthomas@ku.edu | Library Associate
KU Medical Center
Please see the KUMC ETD webpage for information, formatting guidelines, and templates.
KU Lawrence Campus | Watson Library
- Josh Bolick | jbolick@ku.edu | Scholarly Communication Librarian
- Marianne Reed | mreed@ku.edu | Digital Initiatives Manager
KU Medical Center
- Dykes Library, dykesresearch@kumc.edu, (913) 945-5990
- You may also book appointments through their online scheduling tool.
Marianne Reed
Digital Initiatives Coordinator
University of Kansas Libraries
Watson Library, Room 450
kuscholarworks@ku.edu
785-864-8913