This document provides information from the Graduate Student Orientation at Notre Dame on August 23, 2013. It outlines resources and support available to graduate students, including mentors, peers, programs, and the Graduate School. It describes the Graduate School's professional development program and grants. It also introduces the Associate Dean of Students and resources like the Academic Code and Bulletin. Finally, it advertises upcoming orientation events from the Graduate Student Life office and Graduate Student Union.
13. Contributing Departments and Centers
The Graduate School
Center for Social Concerns
English for Academic Purposes
Graduate Career Services
Graduate Student Union
Hesburgh Libraries
Institute for Scholarship in the Liberal Arts
International Student Services and Activities
Kaneb Center for Teaching and Learning
Notre Dame Alumni Association
Office of Research
Reilly Center for Science, Technology and Values
Writing Center
14. Research
Workshops and Consultations offering:
• Guidance in defining research goals at various stages of
the graduate programs
• Assistance in locating and applying for funding
opportunities
• Strategies for 1) efficiently articulating personal and
professional goals 2) creating clear, organized, and
compelling research narratives
• Feedback on drafts of application materials
• Advice for working effectively with faculty during the
application process
15. Teaching
Workshops and Consultations offering:
• Succeeding as a teaching assistant
• Developing your teaching style
• Grading exams
• Leading discussions
• Maintaining a teaching portfolio
• Writing a teaching statement
16. Career
Workshops and Consultations offering:
• Defining career goals
• Networking
• Talking about your research
• Interviewing
• Looking for a job
18. Graduate School Professional
Development Grants
Dedicated earnings from
three endowments for
professional development:
• Joseph F. Downes Memorial
• Notebaert Professional
Development
• Zahm Research Travel
Funds available for:
• Academic Training
• Research
• Professional
Development
Common Professional Development Application Form:
http://graduateschool.nd.edu/professional_development/research
20. Introduction
Associate Dean of Students
– Student Progress
– Academic Issues
• Graduate Student Ombudsperson
– Liaison with other campus partners
• Graduate Student Life
• Student Affairs
• General Counsel
• Directors of Graduate Studies
• Graduate Student Union
Here to assist you in reaching your goals
21. Academic Code and
Bulletin of Information
The Bulletin of Information
– Updated yearly
– Potential changes that will affect you
The Academic Code
– Know your rights and responsibilities
Both can be found on our website
– graduateschool.nd.edu
22. Spousal and Family Support
Spousal ID cards
Wellness Center
RecSports Spouse Registration
To get these done
– Table in the Debartolo Hall today
– Complete online form
• Bring form to 5th floor of Main Building
23. Moving Forward
Activity Insight
– Digital productivity management tool
Track academic and professional development
• Publications, presentations, awards, service
Individual development plan
• Mentorship, goals, and feedback
Provide CV/Resume templates
• Grant and fellowship applications; job searches
26. I have written eleven books, but each time I think,
‘Uh oh, they’re going to find out now.
I’ve run a game on everybody, and they’re going to find me out.’”
~ Award-winning author Maya Angelou
IMPOSTOR
Syndrome
27. Get Involved
FREE FOOD
CM Welcome Bash
Monday
Opening Mass & Picnic
Tuesday
GSU Welcome Picnic
& Faith Fair
Thursday
FOOTBALL
Home Opener
ND v. Temple
August 31
Game Watch Party
ND @ Michigan
September 7
Legends
FUN & FRIENDS
• GSU
• DPAC
• The Snite
• Athletics
• RecSports
• Dining Halls
• Choir Auditions
• Center for Social Concerns
• Student Organizations
• Department Clubs
• Grad Life Grant Programs
• Liturgical Ministry
• Zen Meditation
• Muslim Student Association
• Family Playgroups
28. Football Ticket Raffle
• If your number is called, please come down
after the presentation to give us your contact
information
29. DPAC Performances
Third Coast Percussion
Sunday, September 15
2:00 p.m.
Reception to follow on the
terrace
Kronos Quartet
Saturday, March 1
7:30 pm.
Reception to follow
30. Stay Connected
Grad Life News & Events
The Stream weekly e-newsletter
Website gradlife.nd.edu
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NDGradStudentLife
Find Mimi mbeck1@nd.edu or 574-631-1221
31. The Notre Dame Family
These medallions are presented as a gift from the president’s office
to all new students as a symbol of the university, and of your
membership in the Notre Dame community.
– We are happy and proud to have you here.
– From this moment forward you will always be part of the
Notre Dame family throughout the world.
32. Invitation to Pray
Please join us today at 5:00 p.m. at the Grotto
to pray for God’s blessings as we begin our year together.
34. What is the GSU?
The GSU is the graduate student government comprised of all fee-
paying students from every graduate department.
The GSU functions directly through elected officers, committee chairs,
and department representatives which meet monthly.
There are 7 committees on the GSU:
Academic Affairs
External Affairs & Orientation
Health Care
Professional Development
Publicity and Procedures
Quality of Life
Social
35. GSU Mission
Represent graduate student interests to the university
Promote excellence in graduate education
Improve quality of life for graduate students
• Social, cultural, professional, and intellectual activities
Promote interaction between graduate students and faculty,
undergraduates, and all other members of the university community
and greater South Bend area
36. Career Development Program
• GSU Conference Presentation Grant
(CPG) program
• GSU Teaching Awards
• Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor
• Outstanding Teaching Assistant
• Graduate Research Symposium
• Leadership Opportunities
• Special Events
• Coffee, Cupcakes, and TREC
• Graduate Student Picture Day
• Mock Interviews
37. Community Activities
Family Events
• Ice Skating
• Day at the Zoo
• Drive-in Movie Night
• Thanksgiving and Easter Brunch
Gatherings
• Halloween Party
• Christmas Party
• Spring Charity Gala
• Game Watches
38. Tickets and Events
West Side Story
Michigan Winery Tour
• Subsidized
tickets to
DeBartolo
Performing Arts
Center (DPAC)
and the Morris
• Trips to local
attractions with
transportation
provided
40. Getting the Most out of GSU
• Read GSU emails and follow the GSU Google calendar
• Attend events!
• Talk to your department representative
– Better yet, be a department representative
– Attend GSU monthly meetings
• Contact the GSU officers with your questions,
thoughts, ideas, comments, and/or concerns:
– Zack Terranova, President, zterrano@nd.edu
– Kyle Watson, Co-Vice-President, kwatson2@nd.edu
– Jeremy Castle, Co-Vice-President, jcastle1@nd.edu
41. Orientation Events
TODAY, Aug 23:
Graduate Student Prayer Service
Grotto Outdoor Area, 5PM
Monday, Aug 26:
Library Orientation – Hesburgh 222 12:30-2:00
Welcome Back Social
Legends Night Club near Football Stadium
8pm – 12am with Trivia Competition
Tuesday, Aug 27:
Classes begin
Opening Mass for School Year
Thursday, Aug 23:
GSU/FOG Welcome Back Picnic and Faith Fair
Free Cookout and Snow Cones (families welcome)
Fischer O’Hara Grace Community Center
5:30 pm – 7pm
