Save the date, register for upcoming orientation events to kick off Fall 2022

Kick off Fall 2022 with other graduate students during one of the many upcoming welcome events.
Kick off Fall 2022 with other graduate students during one of the many upcoming welcome events.

Orientation and other annual events provide an opportunity to learn about the culture of graduate education, meet fellow graduate students, and collect information about campus and community services and resources.

Save the date or register to make sure you don't miss out!

  • Graduate Student Orientation
    Location: Via Canvas Learning Modules
    Accessible anytime using Canvas login credentials

    The Office of Graduate Studies has developed an online orientation course to help students navigate their graduate education at Nebraska. Designed as modules, the course contains 120 individual pages and over 200 links to resources, services, and information useful for students coming to campus for Fall or studying at a distance.

  • International Graduate Orientation
    Date: August 11, 2022
    Time: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    Location: Louise Pound Hall, Rm. 102
    Register here

    Get more detailed information on how to navigate graduate school as an international graduate student during this event. Light breakfast will be included.

  • Orientation for New TAs
    Date: August 16, 2022
    Time: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
    Location: Nebraska Union Auditorium
    Register here by August 1

    In addition to general sessions on policies and teaching resources, three main workshops for TAs focusing on the following topics will be available:
    — Grading and Assessment
    — Preparing Lesson Plans or Class Activities
    — Understanding Students' Needs and Establishing Rapport

  • International Graduate Welcome Party
    Date: August 17, 2022
    Time: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
    Location: Nebraska Union Ballroom
    Register here

    This event will be an opportunity to meet and greet other international graduate students to kick off the fall semester. Join the fun of food, games, and social time!

  • Graduate Welcome Fair
    Date: August 19, 2022
    Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
    Location: Seaton Hall Courtyard
    No registration required

    Visit this event for freebies, snow cones, and helpful information on the resources and support available to help you throughout your graduate student experience.

  • Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) Welcome Reception
    Date: August 20, 2022
    Time: 7:30 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
    Location: Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center
    Register here by August 1

    During the reception you’ll be able to meet current and incoming students, faculty, and staff of color to build community with during your time here at the university. Enjoy light refreshment, fun, and games.