Graduate Student
Onboarding Portal
Welcome to grad school!
From the essential basics like setting up your Charlotte email, to vital info about funding, to tips about living in Charlotte and thriving in grad school--you'll find it all here.
In First Things First, find the things you should accomplish immediately. After that see the info about academic policies, campus resources, and more!
And don't be overwhelmed with everything you have to do--we've even created a checklist so you can easily keep track of necessary tasks!
Spring ORIENTATION DETAILS
Thursday, January 9 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM EDT | Zoom
This convenient virtual orientation will include breakout sessions so that you can get all the information you need as efficiently as possible. After a welcome message from the Graduate School Deans, you'll be able to learn more about services offered by the Center for Graduate Life and Learning.
Register for the Zoom link!
Thursday, January 17th | 4:00 - 6:00 PM EDT
Student Center 340 D-I
The perfect introduction for newcomers, our Welcome Reception provides an opportunity to explore the wealth of resources around campus! Meet fellow grad students, grad school staff, and other campus staff that are here to support you. Expect food, drinks, free giveaways, and music!
Friday, January 10th | 9:00 - 11:00am
Enjoy a relaxing and informative Friday morning with your fellow doctoral students and Graduate School staff in the Halton Reading Room. Get the lay of the land, learn about what to expect in the coming weeks and months, and start making friends!