The international graduate student orientation session that is hosted by the Office of Global Engagement is MANDATORY for all incoming graduate students. This orientation session will be held on January 14 and 15, 2025 Check in is 8:30 am-9:30 am both days. Orientation sessions will begin promptly at 9:30 am and the day will conclude at 4:00 PM, both days. This session is for incoming Spring 2025 international graduate students only. We ask that you do not bring guests as they cannot be accommodated, this includes family members, parents, significant others, and children. Pets are not allowed. All service animals must be approved by the Disability Resource Center before they are permitted on campus and the confirmation of approval must be sent to OGE before the orientation day.
Orientation is held in-person, on-campus at University Hall, Floor 7. Once you arrive to campus, you will see signs and orientation leaders who will direct you where to go. Register for Orientation – please only sign up if you have received your visa.
What to bring:
- Sweater or jacket – the room can get cold
- Appetite – Light breakfast will be served both days from 8:30-9:30 AM. Hot lunch will be served on day 1. This is your opportunity to try some American food!
- Questions – Bring any questions you have!
Other Orientation Sessions:
Incoming graduate students may be required to attend multiple orientation sessions before the start of their program. You will receive an email regarding any sessions that you must attend.
