Resources and Upcoming Events for New Grad Students

All grad students, and particularly new students, should be aware of the following campus events and resources:

Events and workshops specifically for graduate students are posted on the Graduate Students Events Calendar at: http://illinois.edu/calendar/list/3283.

General information for new graduate students, including the Quick Guide and Orientation video are posted on the New Student section of our website at: http://www.grad.illinois.edu/new-students.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Welcome Reception for New Graduate Students

Monday, August 27
4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Illini Union, Room 314


Grad Student Resource Fair
Co-sponsored with University Housing, the resource fair provides a place for new and returning students to ask questions and learn about campus and community resources. Graduate students can win one of several door prizes, including an iPad (courtesy of Illini Union Tech Zone).

Wednesday, September 5
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Illini Union, Rooms A, B, C


Graduate Assistant Employee Orientation
Co-sponsored by Academic Human Resources and the Graduate College, with participation by the Graduate Employees' Organization, the orientation provides information for teaching, research, pre-professional, and graduate assistants regarding appointments and benefits. Offered two times.

Tuesday, September 11
3:00 - 4:30 p.m., Illini Union , Room 210 (General Lounge)

Friday, September 21
9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Illini Union , Room 210 (General Lounge)