The Graduate School
Explore. Excel. Expand.
FROM the cybersecurity expert
TO the healthcare innovator
Graduate study at Â鶹AV means life-changing, life-saving education -
and an embracing community, groundbreaking research, and wide-ranging professional
opportunities. In programs and fields ranging from the humanities and business to
cybersecurity and health sciences, world-class faculty and staff members invest time,
attention, and resources in our graduate students. With both traditional and online
degree programs available, our students are creating lasting change—in their own lives, their families’ futures, and the communities they
serve.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Arif Hassan Zidan
Computer and Cyber Sciences, PhD
Growth through Connection: Arif Hassan Zidan on Professional Development, Research, and Seizing Opportunity
Meet Arif Hassan Zidan, a doctoral student whose dedication to learning and professional growth continues to shape his academic experience. In this month's student spotlight, he discusses the opportunities he's embraced, the challenges he's overcome, and the mentors who have helped guide his journey.
Student Spotlight Program Info
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The Graduate School provides life-changing, life-saving education. With over 2,600 students enrolled in
46 graduate degree and certificate programs across 10 colleges and schools, we prepare
the next generation of leaders in fields ranging from the humanities and business
to cybersecurity and health sciences. From groundbreaking research and discovery to professional preparation and credentialing,
we nurture and inspire innovation, expertise, and advancement.
Our vision is to be the destination for graduate students interested in expanding their professional
opportunities by offering a dynamic center of community and collaboration, supporting
cutting-edge research and career development, and creating an extraordinary culture
of care.
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Doctoral Programs
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Masters Programs
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EdS Programs
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News & Events
ROARing with a passion to promote hypertension research
Five students from the local community participated in a four-week research camp where they partnered with mentors, toured labs and engaged in workshops.
Building community and leadership: the Graduate Ambassador experience
"The Graduate Ambassador Program is uniquely designed to enhance the professional abilities and skills of graduate students," says Arif Hassan Zidan, 2025 Graduate Ambassador.
$8,000 in scholarships awarded by Â鶹AV Faculty Club
Four students from multiple health sciences colleges have each been awarded $2,000 scholarships from the Â鶹AV Faculty Club (AUFC).