New Welcome Page

New Graduate Student Orientation

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Onboarding

Onboarding

Graduate student onboarding at Nebraska connects you with peers and university resources, ensuring you have the support and tools needed for academic and research success.

Onboarding

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New Graduate Student Checklists

Use these graduate student checklists to stay on track with tasks.

New Graduate Student Checklists

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About Lincoln

Lincoln, Nebraska, offers graduate students a vibrant community with academic excellence, Midwestern charm, and numerous cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities.

About Lincoln

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Relocating to Nebraska

Before relocating, graduate students should know the city offers a low cost of living, a friendly community, a vibrant arts scene, extensive bike trails, and reliable public transportation.

Relocating

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Check it Out

Explore this list of offices and their websites for comprehensive information on available resources and services, serving as your go-to guide for support and assistance.

Check it Out

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UNL Events

Don't miss exclusive workshops and networking events for graduate students. Bookmark this page to stay updated on seminars, career fairs, and social gatherings each week.

UNL Events

Fall 2024 New Graduate Student Welcome Events

Orientation for New Teaching Assistants

Date: August 20, 2024
Time: 8am-1pm
Location: Nebraska Union, Auditorium

Graduate Student Welcome Resource Fair

Date: August 22, 2024
Time: 10am-12noon
Location: Seaton Hall Quadrangle

Can't Attend?  Sign up for a Swag Bag

East Campus Resource Fair

Date: September 5, 2024
Time: 4pm – 6pm
Location: Great Plains Room at East Union

Graduate Studies Webinars

Live Chats with Edith

Date: July 18, 2024
Time: 10am-11am
Location: Zoom
RSVP Link

Live Chats with Edith

Date: July, 24, 2024
Time: 3pm–4pm
Location: Zoom
RSVP Link

UBT Workshop: Reviewing Paystubs

Date: August 8, 2024
Time: 2pm–3pm
Location: Zoom
RSVP Link

New International Graduate Student Events

New International Graduate Student Orientation

Date: Monday, August 19
Time: 9am-12pm
Location: Louise Pound Hall 102

Individual links will be sent for RSVPs.

Student and Faculty Panel Discussions

Date: Wednesday, August 21
Time: 1pm-4pm
Location:Nebraska Union Ballroom

Individual links will be sent for RSVPs.

Campus & Community Resource Fair

Date: Friday, August 23
Time: 10am-12pm
Location:Cather Garden (West of Love Library)

Important Dates

Fall 2024

  • New TA Orientation – August 20
  • Graduate Student Resource Fair – August 22
  • First day of Classes – August 26
  • Last day to drop a class – September 3
  • Last day to submit final, official transcripts to Graduate Studies – October 1
  • Last day of classes – December 14
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