SMU’s Fall 2021 Graduate Student Orientation will be offered virtually through most of August. An overview of the agenda appears below and includes useful and time-saving information about student resources, parking, SMU IDs, career center services, library collections and hours, SMU’s health center, campus technology support, University policies, and special funding opportunities. Simmons' newly admitted graduate students are encouraged to participate.
Graduate Student Orientation: Fall 2021
Virtual via Canvas
All Newly Admitted Graduate Students |
Additional Topics for Newly Admitted International Graduate Students (potentially helpful) |
Welcome to SMU |
International Students Overview - video |
Graduate Student Resources - video addressing parking, ID services, career center services, library collections and hours, campus technology support, special funding opportunities, etc. |
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Office - video |
Graduate Student Resources Center: Quiz |
Getting Cleared to Enroll and Acquire Active Student Status - video |
Health and Safety - video |
Transitioning to the U.S. Classroom - video |
Health and Safety: Quiz - 70% score required |
Living in Dallas, Texas - video |
Student Conduct, Student Support, and Title IX Regulations - video |
Adjusting to U.S. Culture and Navigating Culture Shock - video |
Student Conduct, Student Support, and Title IX: Quiz - 70% score required |
Health and Mental Wellness for International Students - video |
Q&A with Current Students and Faculty - opportunity for live viewing before Aug. 13 and recorded viewing after |
Important Reminders About U.S. Laws and Safety - video |
Course Information Acknowledgement - submission form |
Closing - video |