Each fall, the Graduate School presents an orientation designed specifically for new graduate students.
We are excited to invite new graduate students to Find Your Herd: New Graduate Student Orientation, a day designed to help you connect with fellow students, discover campus resources and start building your community at UT. You will receive an email with your registration link in mid June.
Schedule at a Glance
9 a.m. – Optional Tacos & Tour with the Graduate Student Assembly
10 a.m. – Longhorn Welcome Rally
11 a.m. – Session 1 (four breakout sessions will be offered)
Noon – Lunch
1 p.m. – Session 2 (three breakout sessions will be offered)
2–3:30 p.m. – The Longhorn Roundup: Graduate Student Resource Fair
Throughout the day, you'll have the opportunity to choose from a variety of sessions, including:
Career by Design: A Strategic Start to Graduate School
Your graduate school experience can play a powerful role in shaping your future career. Learn how to approach career development strategically, build meaningful connections, and take advantage of professional development resources available to UT graduate students.
Wellbeing for Graduate Students
Graduate school can be rewarding, challenging, and everything in between. Join the Longhorn Wellness Center to learn about campus wellness resources, healthy habits, and ways to support your physical and mental well-being throughout your time at UT.
Mentorship Matters: A Faculty and Student Conversation
Success in graduate school isn't a solo endeavor. Hear from faculty and graduate students about the value of mentorship, how to build meaningful professional relationships, and strategies for finding the people who will support your growth at UT.
Thriving on a Grad School Budget
Graduate students share practical tips for managing finances, creating a budget, and making the most of life in Austin on a student income. Learn strategies for balancing financial wellness while still enjoying your graduate school experience.
What Nobody Tells You About Graduate School
Graduate school comes with plenty of lessons that aren't covered in orientation materials. Join experienced students for an honest conversation about navigating the hidden curriculum, finding resources, and making the most of your time at UT Austin.