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College of Art and Design
Ceramics MFA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Booth 3471 then breakout to Booth 2630 | 2026-08-21 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Jane Shellenbarger Kristie Gross |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Film and Animation MFA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Gannett A100 | 2026-08-21 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Kevin Bauer Kristie Gross |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Fine Art Studio MFA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Booth 3471 then breakout to Booth 4501 | 2026-08-21 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Clifford Wun Kristie Gross |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Glass MFA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Booth 3471 then breakout to Booth 3631 | 2026-08-21 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Jane Shellenbarger Kristie Gross David Schnuckel |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Industrial Design MFA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Booth 4510 | 2026-08-21 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Juan Noguera Kristie Gross |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Metal MFA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Booth 3471 then breakout to Booth 3580 | 2026-08-21 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Jane Shellenbarger Kristie Gross Juan Carlos Caballero Perez |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Photography and Related Media MFA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Gannett 3153 | 2026-08-21 | 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM | Josh Thorson Kristie Gross |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Visual Arts All Grades MST
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Booth 3471 then breakout to Booth 3540 | 2026-08-21 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Lauren Ramich Kristie Gross |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Visual Communication Design MFA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Booth 1305 | 2026-08-21 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mike Strobert Kristie Gross |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Wood MFA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | Booth 3471 then breakout to Booth 2540 | 2026-08-21 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Jane Shellenbarger Kristie Gross Andy Buck |
Description:
program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
Saunders College of Business
Executive MBA
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMBA Orientation | Saunders College of Business | 2026-08-12 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Molly McGowan Evan Vershay |
Description:
Orientation Activities. This is a three day Orientation for our EMBA students that runs from August 12 through August 14. Activities end by 4 pm on Aug 14.
MBA / Accounting and Analytics MS / Business Analytics and AI MS / Finance MS / Global Supply Chain Mgt MS / Hospitality Business Mgt MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026- Graduate Student Orientation | Max Lowenthal Hall (LOW/012) - Saunders College of Business | 2026-08-18 | 9:00 AM – 3:45 PM | Melody Klein |
Description:
An engaging and informative orientation designed to help new graduate students transition smoothly into their programs.
During orientation, we will provide you with information to help ensure your success in the program and give you an opportunity to meet with faculty, Program Directors, Student Services staff (including your academic advisors), Career Services and Coop advisors and other graduate students.
You'll learn about academic and program expectations, campus facilities and student support services—all while networking with peers and mentors. This orientation is your chance to ask questions, get guidance, and feel confident stepping into graduate life.
Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences
Artificial Intelligence MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI MS On-Campus Program Orientation | GOL 2400 | 2026-08-21 | 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM | Elizabeth Phelps Cecilia Alm |
Description:
The MS in AI On-Campus Program orientation is part of the orientation for graduate students in the School of Information (iSchool). The orientation will include iSchool and program-specific sessions, as well as resources and opportunities to interact and network with faculty and students. Registration is not required. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Artificial Intelligence MS (Online)
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI MS Online Program Orientation | Zoom by emailed invitation | 2026-08-20 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Elizabeth Phelps Cecilia Alm |
Description:
The online MS in AI orientation will provide information tailored to students in the online program modality, and introduce students to faculty and staff. The orientation takes place on Zoom and students will receive an emailed invitation. Registration is not required. An orientation recording will be available afterwards.
Computer Science MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CS Graduate Bridge Testing | GOL 2590 & GOL 2690 | 2026-08-17 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Jennifer Burt |
Description:
Incoming graduate students may take up to three optional bridge exams covering Advanced Object-Oriented Programming (Java), Computational Problem Solving (Python), and Foundations of Computer Science Theory. Each one-hour exam includes multiple-choice, short-answer, and long-answer questions.
Computer Science MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CS Graduate Orientation | GOL 2400 | 2026-08-18 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Jennifer Burt Cindy Raynard |
Description:
At CS Orientation, Dr. Matthew Fluet (Graduate Director) and CS Academic Advisors will provide an overview of the academic program, CS Department structure, and RIT. Course schedules will be finalized based on your admissions contingencies and attendance is required to complete this process. No pre-registration is needed, but students must bring their RIT ID card to check in.
Computing and Information Sciences PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GCCIS PhD Program Orientation | CYB-1720-1730 | 2026-08-21 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Siyuan Wang Ruth Denolo |
Description:
Welcome to the new PhD students joining the GCCIS PhD Program. The Program Director will provide an overview of the program and outline the PhD journey. Faculty members and current PhD students will also share their experiences and insights. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Cybersecurity MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cybersecurity Graduate Orientation 2026 | CYB-1710 | 2026-08-21 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Paige Drake |
Description:
The Cybersecurity Graduate Orientation is designed to help new students transition smoothly into the program by introducing key resources, academic expectations, support services, and opportunities for involvement within the department and the cybersecurity community. Students will also have the chance to connect with faculty, staff, and fellow classmates as they begin their graduate journey.
Game Design and Development
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game Design and Development Graduate Orientation | Golisano-1400 | 2026-08-21 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Jill Persson(Advisor) Sten McKinzie(Graduate Coordinator) Shameelah Thomas(Sr. Staff Specialist) |
Description:
Overview of Program; Curriculum; How to survive Rochester weather; meet grad professors; Have lunch
Human-Computer Interaction MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCI MS On-Campus Program Orientation | GOL-2400 | 2026-08-21 | 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
The HCI MS On-Campus Program is part of the orientation for graduate students in the School of Information (iSchool). The orientation will include iSchool and program-specific sessions, along with resources and opportunities to interact and network with faculty and students. Registration is not required. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Human-Computer Interaction MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCI MS Graduate Programming Bridge Testing | Zoom by emailed invitation | 2026-08-20 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
The Object-Oriented Programming bridge exam is a 2 hour exam offered in either Python or Java (student choice) and requires students to demonstrate their coding proficiency in fundamental programming constructs, data structures and algorithms, and object-oriented concepts. Registration is required. Details sent via email
Human-Computer Interaction MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCI MS On-Campus Program STATS Bridge Testing | GOL-2620 | 2026-08-19 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
Registration is required. Details sent via email.
Human-Computer Interaction MS (Online)
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCI MS Online Program Orientation | Zoom by emailed invitation | 2026-08-20 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
The online MS in Human-Computer Interaction will provide information tailored to students in the online program modality, and introduce students to faculty and staff. The orientation takes place on Zoom and students will receive an emailed invitation. There will be an optional Q&A hosted from 7:00pm-7:30pm. Registration is not required. An orientation recording will be available afterwards.
Human-Computer Interaction MS (Online)
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCI MS Online Program STATS Bridge Testing | Zoom by emailed invitation | 2026-08-19 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
Registration is required. Details sent via email.
Information Technology and Analytics MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ITA MS On-Campus Program Orientation | GOL-2400 | 2026-08-21 | 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
The ITA MS orientation is part of the orientation for graduate students in the School of Information (iSchool). The orientation will include iSchool and program-specific sessions, along with resources and opportunities to interact and network with faculty and students. Registration is not required. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Information Technology and Analytics MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ITA MS Graduate Programming Bridge Testing | Zoom by emailed invitation | 2026-08-20 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
The Object-Oriented Programming bridge exam is a 2 hour exam offered in either Python or Java (student choice) and requires students to demonstrate their coding proficiency in fundamental programming constructs, data structures and algorithms, and object-oriented concepts. Registration is requried. Details sent via email.
Information Technology and Analytics MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ITA MS On-Campus Program STATS Bridge Testing | GOL-2620 | 2026-08-19 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
Registration is required. Details sent via email.
Information Technology and Analytics MS (Online)
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ITA MS Online Program Orientation | Zoom by emailed invitation | 2026-08-20 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
The online MS in Information Technology and Analytics will provide information tailored to students in the online program modality, and introduce students to faculty and staff. The orientation takes place on Zoom and students will receive an emailed invitation. There will be an optional Q&A hosted from 7:00pm-7:30pm. Registration is not required. An orientation recording will be available afterwards.
Information Technology and Analytics MS (Online)
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ITA MS Online Program STATS Bridge Testing | Zoom by emailed invitation | 2026-08-19 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Betty Hillman Kristen Shinohara |
Description:
Registration is required. Details sent via email.
Software Engineering MS & Data Science MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineering and Data Science Orientation | GOL 070-1550 | 2026-08-19 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Marie Barreto |
Kate Gleason College of Engineering
Biomedical and Chemical Engineering PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biomedical and Chemical Engineering PhD Orientation | INS-1080 | 2026-08-19 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Rebecca Ziebarth |
Description:
Orientation for new incoming Biomedical and Chemical Engineering PhD students and recognition ceremony for Biomedical and Chemical Engineering PhD students who have passed the Qualifying Exam and the Candidacy Exam
Biomedical Engineering MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BME MS Student Orientation | Travis Meyer |
Description:
Please contact the Masters Program Director, Dr. Travis Meyer, to schedule your personal orientation.
Chemical Engineering MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Program Orientation | INS-2120 | 2026-08-20 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Shawna Hayes |
Computer Engineering MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CE Graduate Orientation | GLE-3489 | 2026-08-21 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Lourdes Marquez-Douglas |
Description:
Introduction to Graduate Program staff and review of the curriculum
Electrical and Computer Engineering PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Computer Engineering PhD Orientation | GLE-1100 | 2026-08-19 | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Rachel Williamson |
Description:
Orientation for incoming Electrical and Computer Engineering PhD students as well as a recognition ceremony for Electrical and Computer Engineering PhD students who have passed the Qualifying Exam and the Candidacy Exam
Electrical Engineering MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSEE Orientation | GLE-3119 | 2026-08-21 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Dr. Jayanti Venkataraman |
Description:
Outline of the MSEE program, coursework details and help with registration
Engineering Management MS, Industrial & Systems Engineering MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISE Department Graduate Orientation | Jennifer Barretta |
Description:
Jennifer Barretta will reach out to students to schedule a time to meet.
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Ph.D.
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Ph.D. Student Orientation | Hugh L. Carey - Building 14, Room HLC-2575/85 | 2026-08-19 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Jessica Chatterton |
Description:
A required orientation event for Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Ph.D. students to review program requirements, expectations and to meet other new MIE-PhD students. Food will be provided.
Mechanical Engineering ME/MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering Grad Program Orientation | GLE-2159 | 2026-08-21 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Katarina Wayman |
Microelectronic Engineering MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCEE-MS Orientation | ENG-2560 | 2026-08-19 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Dr. Karl Hirschman |
Description:
meet and greet new incoming MCEE-MS students. Discuss the curriculum with each student.
Microsystems Engineering PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsystems Engineering Ph.D. Student Orientation | Engineering Hall - ENG-2560 | 2026-08-20 | 11:00 AM – 12:45 PM | Jessica Chatterton |
Description:
A required orientation event for Microsystems Engineering Ph.D. students to review program requirements, expectations and to meet other new MCSE-PhD students. Food will be provided.
College of Engineering Technology
Environmental, Health and Safety Management MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental, Health and Safety Management MS Orientation | SLA 2120 | 2026-08-20 | 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM | Cecilia Creel Gomez |
Description:
Incoming EHSM students will meet with their program director to review program guidelines, tour the department, and enjoy lunch together.
Mechatronics and Mechanical Systems MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechatronics and Mechanical Systems MS Orientation | SLA 2120 | 2026-08-20 | 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM | Cecilia Creel Gomez |
Description:
Incoming MMS students will meet with their program director to review program guidelines, tour the department and enjoy lunch together.
Packaging Science MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packaging Science MS Orientation | SLA 2120 | 2026-08-20 | 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM | Cecilia Creel Gomez |
Description:
Incoming PS students will meet with their program director to review program guidelines, tour the department, and enjoy lunch together.
Smart Cities Construction Management MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Cities Construction Management MS Orientation | SLA 2120 | 2026-08-20 | 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM | Cecilia Creel Gomez |
Description:
Incoming SCCM students will meet with their program director to review guidelines, tour the department and enjoy lunch together.
College of Health Sciences and Technology
Dietetics and Nutrition MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dietetics and Nutrition Orientation | SLA 78-A634 | 2026-08-20 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Kristie O’Connor |
Description:
Mandatory orientation specifically for first year students in the Dietetics and Nutrition graduate program. There will be pizza, but feel free to bring your own lunch if you prefer something else.
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program Orientation | 175 Jefferson Place | 2026-08-18 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Bridgette Kingsley |
Description:
The OTD orientation will tour the incoming cohort in our new space, we'll have some activities planned, lunch, and time for the students to meet with their faculty advisor.
School of Individualized Study
Professional Studies and Project Management MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Orientation | SOIS Student Commons, 2210 George Eastman Hall | 2026-08-20 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Wendy Giuliano Michelle Firnstein |
Description:
Program orientation with Graduate Director; meet key faculty and staff
College of Liberal Arts
Cognitive Science PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Please contact Matt Dye (mwddls@rit.edu) to schedule a time to meet | Matt Dye |
Experimental Psychology MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Orientation for Experimental Psychology MS Students | EAS 3287 | 2026-08-20 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Rebecca Houston |
Description:
Incoming Experimental Psychology MS students will meet with program faculty to review program policies and guidelines, complete paperwork for graduate assistantships, and connect with other students. Light breakfast snacks will be provided.
College of Science
Applied and Computational Mathematics MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied and Computational Mathematics MS Student Orientation | GOS-2300 and GOS-2154 | 2026-08-21 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Dr. Ephraim Agyingi Susan Powell |
Description:
During this orientation, students will meet with their program director to review program guidelines, meet current and incoming students, and enjoy lunch together.
Applied Statistics MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Statistics MS and Advanced Certificate Student Orientation | Zoom by emailed invitation | 2026-08-20 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Dr. Teresa Gibson Alisa Hall |
Description:
In this Zoom session, we will discuss both the Applied Statistics MS and Advanced Certificate programs and answer any questions students may have.
Astrophysical Sciences and Technology MS and PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astrophysical Sciences and Technology MS and PhD Orientation | Room 2120, Louise Slaughter Hall (Building 78) | 2026-08-19 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Michael Zemcov |
Description:
Orientation for incoming Astrophysical Sciences and Technology MS and PhD students and overview of the MS and PhD programs, followed by lunch.
Bioinformatics MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bioinformatics MS Orientation | Zoom: https://rit.zoom.us/j/9301839402 | 2026-08-25 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Crista Wadsworth |
Description:
Orientation program from incoming graduate students.
Color Science PhD and MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color Science - new student orientation | COL 18-1080 | 2026-08-20 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Stephanie Livingston-Heywood |
Description:
Enjoy an overview of the Color Science program, a lab tour, and a building tour, followed by lunch with faculty and experienced students.
Imaging Science MS and PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imaging Science MS and PhD Graduate Orientation | 076-2155 | 2026-08-21 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Lori Hyde |
Description:
Graduate Students will receive an overview of the graduate program from the Graduate Director. We will provide a tour of the building and lab spaces. The Faculty will give an overview of their research and we will provide a networking opportunity to meet the faculty/researchers in the afternoon.
Materials Science and Engineering MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orientation | 008 GOS-3000 Conference Room | 2026-08-21 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Scott WIlliams |
Description:
Orientation Luncheon and Information Session. We will enroll/check enrollment for new students for the Fall semester at this time.
Mathematical Modeling PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Modeling PhD Student Orientation | GOS-2300 and GOS-2154 | 2026-08-21 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Dr. Kara Maki Alisa Hall |
Description:
During this orientation, students will meet with their program director to review program guidelines, meet current and incoming students, and enjoy lunch together.
Physics MS and PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics MS and PhD Orientation | Room 1275, Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science (Building 76) | 2026-08-19 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Dr. George Thurston |
Description:
Orientation for incoming Physics MS and PhD students and overview of the MS and PhD programs, followed by lunch
Golisano Institute for Sustainability
Architecture MArch
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GIS New Student Orientation | Sustainability Institute Hall (SUS/81) | 2026-08-20 | 8:00 AM – 12:45 PM | Alyssa Waller Grace Rubin |
Description:
Incoming Architecture students are required to attend this introduction to the program. All new Architecture and Sustainability students will participate in a combined welcome to GIS. Department-specific breakout sessions will follow. Students will be led through a presentation of program requirements and expectations. An introduction to department faculty, advisor meet and greets, and facility tours will also take place during this session. GIS will reconvene for a light lunch and interdepartmental engagement. Student check-in starts at 8:00AM and the welcome session will begin promptly at 8:30AM.
Architecture MArch (Online)
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MArch Online New Student Orientation | Virtual / Zoom | 2026-08-20 | Grace Rubin Alyssa Waller |
Description:
New Architecture students enrolled in the Online program will receive a Zoom link for orientation via email. The virtual session will go over program requirements and expectations. Students should anticipate receiving the Zoom link and any other materials via email in advance.
Sustainability PhD
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GIS New Student Orientation | Sustainability Institute Hall (SUS/81) | 2026-08-20 | 8:00 AM – 12:45 PM | Alyssa Waller |
Description:
New Sustainability students are required to attend this introduction to the respective programs. All new Sustainability and Architecture students will participate in a combined welcome to GIS. Department-specific breakout sessions will follow. Students will be led through a presentation of program requirements and expectations. An introduction to department faculty, advisor meet and greets, and facility tours will also take place during this session. GIS will reconvene for a light lunch and interdepartmental engagement. Student check-in starts at 8:00AM and the welcome session will begin promptly at 8:30AM.
Sustainable Systems MS
| Event Title | Location | Date | Time | Contact(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GIS New Student Orientation | Sustainability Institute Hall (SUS/81) | 2026-08-20 | 8:00 AM – 12:45 PM | Alyssa Waller |
Description:
New Sustainability students are required to attend this introduction to the respective programs. All new Sustainability and Architecture students will participate in a combined welcome to GIS. Department-specific breakout sessions will follow. Students will be led through a presentation of program requirements and expectations. An introduction to department faculty, advisor meet and greets, and facility tours will also take place during this session. GIS will reconvene for a light lunch and interdepartmental engagement. Student check-in starts at 8:00AM and the welcome session will begin promptly at 8:30AM.