New Graduate Student Orientation: Jan. 12, 2024

Welcome to Iowa State University!

We are pleased to invite you to the Graduate College’s spring 2024 New Graduate Student orientation, an event designed to support your transition into our graduate student community.

We hope you will join us on Jan. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Reiman Gardens.


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Welcome remarks

You’ll have an opportunity to connect with university leadership, who will provide welcome remarks at 10 a.m. in the Garden Room. After their remarks, current graduate students will share valuable insights on maximizing opportunities, navigating challenges, and achieving personal and professional growth.

Lunch and resource fair

Starting at 11 a.m., a resource fair will be available in the Mahlstede Building. Representatives from departments and organizations across campus will be available to offer guidance and answer your questions. You can also have a professional headshot taken during this time. Lunch will be served during the resource fair.


Memorial Union at sunrise