Orientation Schedule for Spring Semester 2010
New Student Orientation
Friday, January 8, 2010
Orientation will introduce students to expectations for graduate students and the basics of responsible conduct for research. Students will also learn about the services available on campus to support their success. Contact Debra Charlesworth or Carol Wingerson for more information.
Please register, and let us know you're coming!
Topics
- Career Services
- Counseling Services
- Graduate Student Council
- Graduate School Staff
- Health Insurance
- Intellectual Property
- Little Huskies Childcare
- Living in Houghton
- Rozsa Center
- Safety
- Student Development Complex and Outdoor Adventure Programs
- University Library
- Academic Integrity
- Advisor/Advisee Relationships
- Responsible Conduct for Research
- Setting Expectations for Graduate Education
NOTE: Review orientation modules online after sessions are completed.
Training Requirement
All graduate students are required to complete Responsible Conduct for Research (RCR) training. Students may complete this training by attending orientation or completing the online Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) course. Note that some students, depending on their research project, may need to attend orientation and complete the online course. Students who do not complete the training will not be eligible to enter research only mode or graduate.
Events
The Graduate Student Council organizes events during orientation to introduce students to the area and socialize with other graduate students.
GTA Orientation
The GTA Orientation Schedule is available on the Center for Teaching, Learning and Faculty Development (CTLFD) website.
Program Orientation
Individual programs may also have orientation sessions. Please contact your graduate program director for more information.
International Student Information
The office of International Programs and Services will welcome international students to campus and provide additional information.