ORIENTATION & WELCOME EVENTS FOR NEW GRADUATE STUDENTS

Spring 2026 Virtual Orientation

Date & Time: Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm (EST)
Location: Zoom
Event Description: After a welcome message from the Graduate School Dean, you’ll hear all about services offered by the Thomas L. Reynolds Center for Graduate Life and Learning and other campus support. Then, from 5:00-6:00, you can hop between convenient breakout sessions to get all your questions answered.

Spring 2026 New Grad Student Welcome Reception

Date & Time: Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm (EST)
Location: Student Union 340 D-I
Event Description: The perfect introduction for newcomers, our Welcome Reception provides an opportunity to explore the wealth of resources around campus! Meet fellow grad students, grad school staff, and other campus staff that are here to support you. Expect food, drinks, free giveaways, and music!