OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
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Location: CH2M Hill Alumni Center, Corvallis, OR. Parking and directions.
8:30 to 9 a.m.
DOORS OPEN - Morning beverages, check-in, and networking
9 to 9:40 a.m.
Ballroom
Welcome - Dr. Philip Mote, Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate School.
Events of the week - Dr. Jessica Beck, Assistant Dean of the Graduate School.
Keynote, "Things I Wish I Knew" - Dr. Tenisha Tevis, Associate Professor, College of Education.
Dr. Tevis will share insights about her time in graduate studies including strategies for success, cultivating grit, and the importance of building relationships. Dr. Tevis is an Associate Professor of Adult and Higher Education in the College of Education. She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Theory and Policy Studies from The Pennsylvania State University. Tenisha's work informs how administrators and faculty can better support historically disenfranchised students and transform the communities in which they serve.
10 to 10:30 a.m.
Concurrent sessions 1
Ballroom AB
GRADUATE FACULTY PANEL DISCUSSION* - A discussion with graduate faculty on the advisor-student relationship and expectations. Hosted by Dr. Steph Bernell, Associate Dean of the Graduate School.
Ballroom C
SUCCEEDING AS A WRITER IN GRADUATE SCHOOL - Your success as a graduate student depends on your ability to write well and according to the conventions of your discipline/field. Please join the OSU Graduate Writing Center staff as we talk about the rigors and demands of graduate-level writing and the role that the Graduate Writing Center can play in your success. Led by Chris Nelson, GWC Coordinator.
Room 115
CAFE - Want to learn how to pay for grad school? The Center for Advancing Financial Education will explore different ways to pay for graduate school and teach you how to make a budget for the future.
Room 111
SOCIAL JUSTICE EDUCATION INITIATIVE - The Social Justice Education Initiative at Oregon State University is a professional development opportunity designed as a foundation for all OSU faculty, staff and graduate students. With humor, empathy, and expertise, we engage in self-reflective learning to achieve the ambitious objectives for each session. Join SJEI Director Jane Waite for a lively introduction to the SJEI at OSU.
10:30 to 10:40 a.m.
Networking break
10:40 to 11:10 a.m.
Concurrent sessions 2
Ballroom AB
GRAD SCHOOL 101* - This session provides an overview of the Graduate School, reviews key academic milestones, and introduces tools, strategies, and resources to succeed as a graduate student.
Ballroom C
RESOURCES AND STRATEGIES TO PREPARE FOR POST GRADUATE SCHOOL CAREER PATHS - Learn about the various resources available for OSU graduate students as they prepare for careers in academia, government, non-profits, and private industries. It is never too early to take the steps needed to successfully launch your career after graduation. Rachel Palmer, Assistant Director of Career Development in the College of Science, will lead this informative workshop.
Room 115
CAFE - Want to learn how to pay for grad school? The Center for Advancing Financial Education will explore different ways to pay for graduate school and teach you how to make a budget for the future.
Room 111
SOCIAL JUSTICE EDUCATION INITIATIVE - The Social Justice Education Initiative at Oregon State University is a professional development opportunity designed as a foundation for all OSU faculty, staff and graduate students. With humor, empathy, and expertise, we engage in self-reflective learning to achieve the ambitious objectives for each session. Join SJEI Director Jane Waite for a lively introduction to the SJEI at OSU.
11:10 to 11:20 a.m.
Networking break
11:20 to 11:50 a.m.
Concurrent sessions 3
Ballroom AB
GRADUATE STUDENT PANEL DISCUSSION* - Embarking on graduate studies is a serious undertaking, filled with successes and challenges. This panel discussion features current OSU graduate students who will talk candidly about their graduate experiences and what they have learned so far along the way. Panelists will share strategies for navigating the academic, professional, and financial transitions. Moderated by Jessica Beck, Graduate School.
Ballroom C
RESOURCES AND STRATEGIES TO PREPARE FOR POST GRADUATE SCHOOL CAREER PATHS - Learn about the various resources available for OSU graduate students as they prepare for careers in academia, government, non-profits, and private industries. It is never too early to take the steps needed to successfully launch your career after graduation. Rachel Palmer, Assistant Director of Career Development in the College of Science, will lead this informative workshop.
Room 115
SUCCEEDING AS A WRITER IN GRADUATE SCHOOL - Your success as a graduate student depends on your ability to write well and according to the conventions of your discipline/field. Please join the OSU Graduate Writing Center staff as we talk about the rigors and demands of graduate-level writing and the role that the Graduate Writing Center can play in your success. Led by Chris Nelson, GWC Coordinator.
Room 111
GRAD SCHOOL 101* - This session provides an overview of the Graduate School, reviews key academic milestones, and introduces tools, strategies, and resources to succeed as a graduate student.
Noon to 1 p.m.
BBQ lunch and OSU institutional resource fair
1 to 2:30 p.m.
New International Graduate Student Orientation
This is a mandatory session for all new international graduate students. During this session, the Office of International Services (OIS) will explain the important F1/J1 immigration regulations, review the immigration documents together and discuss the services provided by the Office of International Services.
2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Sponsored Student Orientation
A mandatory session only for sponsored students. Learn about your sponsorship requirements and the services from the OIS-sponsored student programs team.
Who is a Sponsored Student?
A student with a scholarship from an outside organization, usually a home government, embassy, or company. A Third-Party Billing agreement is established between OSU and the sponsoring agency. Sponsors provide their grantees with a financial guarantee letter specifying what educational costs they will cover. OSU invoices sponsors directly for these costs.
*Denotes part of the live webinar session.
For disability related accommodations please contact Ashleigh Anderson ([email protected]) by August 24. Ashleigh is also the contact person for any other questions or concerns related to attendance.