Graduate School

8:30 to 9 a.m.

Doors open, check-in, networking with student organizations.

9 to 9:50 a.m.

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 - Ian Kellems, Director, Counseling and Psychological Services
Surviving Thriving in Graduate School: Life as a graduate student can be one of the most fulfilling and challenging periods of your life—filled with discovery, struggle, growth, and learning. Ian Kellems, the Executive Director of OSU’s Counseling & Psychological Services, explores what it means to be a graduate student in 2022 and how not just to survive but thrive.

10 to 10:40 a.m.

Concurrent sessions 1

Austin Auditorium

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

Construction and Engineering Hall

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. Dennis Bennett and Chris Nelson, Graduate Writing Center

Agriculture Production Room

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. Karla Rockhold, Assistant Director of Career Development, will lead this informative workshop.

10:40 to 10:50 a.m.

Networking break

10:50 to 11:30 a.m.

Concurrent sessions 2

Austin Auditorium

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.

Construction and Engineering Hall

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. Dennis Bennett and Chris Nelson, Graduate Writing Center

Agriculture Production Room

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

11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

BBQ lunch outside on patio and Resource Fair

Noon to 1 p.m.

ID Card Photos in Construction and Engineering Hall

Noon to 1 p.m.

Special Interest Sessions

Agriculture Leaders Room

Military and veteran students - This session will provide information on procedures for students receiving veteran benefits or Military Tuition Assistance and how to sign up for those benefits. We'll also highlight resources and programs available for our members of the military-connected community. William Elfering, Military & Veteran Resources.

Agriculture Science Room

Student parents - Learn from the Family Resource Center about all the services and supports we have to offer: Child care assistance, lactation rooms, Our Little Village free child care and more! This session will also be an opportunity to connect with other student parents. Kristi King, Family Resource Center.

1 to 2:30 p.m.

New International Graduate Student Orientation

Austin Auditorium

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

Agriculture Leaders Room

A mandatory session only for sponsored students. Learn about your sponsorship requirements and the services from the OIS-sponsored student programs team.