Graduate Student Orientation 2023/2024 Event Listing
Welcome and welcome back to Nipissing University! Orientation events are designed to provide you with information on various aspects of graduate studies at Nipissing. Both new and returning graduate students are welcome to attend any Orientation-related events.
Graduate Student Orientation Day
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Please register for the various events taking place on August 31st using our Registration Form.
Campus Tour: 9:00 a.m. at the front doors
Meet Kyle Anderson at the main entrance of the Education Centre for a tour of our beautiful campus. Stops include the library, cafeteria, graduate student study space, and more. The tour will conclude at the Teaching Hub.
Information Session: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Teaching Hub Auditorium (A250-A) and on Zoom
Hear from various departments at Nipissing University such as the School of Graduate Studies, Finance, Student Development and Services, and International Initiatives to learn about the supports and services that are available to you as a graduate student and what to expect throughout your degree.
Welcome/Welcome Back BBQ: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the NUSU Student Centre
Meet your NUSU representatives, faculty, and fellow students at the Welcome/Welcome Back BBQ.
Program Breakout Sessions: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.*
- MA Sociology: Room B217
- MA History: Room A258
- MES/MESc: Room R226
- *MSc Kinesiology: will have their session on Thursday, September 7th at 11:30 a.m. in RSAC 2023 (first day of class for KINE 5206)
Graduate Teaching Assistant Training
Friday, September 8th at 1pm - Hybrid: Teaching Hub Sandbox (A252-C) or Zoom
Register for this event using our Registration Form.
Graduate students who have been assigned a Teaching Assistantship position for the 2023/2024 academic year are required to attend this session. Join Dr. Andrew Weeks, Dr. Michelann Parr, and Amber McCarthy to learn about best practices, professionalism, mentorship and more useful tools to guide you through your role as a Teaching Assistant.
Funding Your Graduate Degree Webinar
Friday, September 15th, 2023 at 12pm - Zoom
Register for this event using our Registration Form.
During this webinar, new and prospective graduate students will learn to navigate the different scholarship and funding opportunities offered both externally and at Nipissing University. Learn about the different deadlines, submission requirements, and tips for applying as you look to fund your graduate degree in 2024/2025.