Graduate Student Orientation Schedule

We're excited to welcome you to RIT as new Tigers! We’re here to help you get acquainted with the campus and all the people and places that make up our community! As you prepare for arrival, mark your calendars for Graduate School Orientation events as well as your Graduate Program Specific Orientation events.

Graduate School Orientation Events

August 23

Graduate Career Bootcamp
3-6 pm | Bausch & Lomb Center, A-190

Did you know employers start recruiting graduate students a year or more in advance? Set yourself up for success and get ready for the Fall recruiting season by attending our Graduate Career Bootcamp!

August 24

Graduate School Orientation
1-3 pm | SAU-Ingle Auditorium

A comprehensive introduction to services and resources offered by the Graduate School and across the RIT campus. Gain valuable insights into key resources you’ll need throughout your academic journey. Don’t miss this essential event to start your graduate school experience on the right foot!

August 24

Semester Kick-off Social
5-6:30 pm | University Gallery

Join graduate students, faculty, and staff at our welcome reception to celebrate the start of the semester! Various self-guided icebreaker activities will be provided to help you get to know fellow graduate students. Hors d’oeuvres will be served.

Department and Program-Specific Orientations

In addition to Graduate School orientation, you should attend your graduate program department orientation sessions. These orientations are often required. Times and locations will vary by program. View the complete list of department-specific events.

Department specific orientations

Campus-wide Orientation Events

Additional campus-wide events have been organized for both graduate and undergrad students to inform, entertain, and ultimately make you feel welcome. Check out the full list and attend!

View the full list of orientation events and activities

Download the CampusGroups App

Finding RIT events is easier in the app! Download and use the app to stay in the loop on events and activities happening during the remainder of your RIT career. Start by using the CampusGroups app to search for orientation events or go to campusgroups.rit.edu.

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