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New Graduate Student Orientation

New Graduate Student Orientation (NGSO) is a 2-part experience designed to set you up for success by providing you with helpful information and resources to enhance your academic experience at Texas State!

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International Student Success

In collaboration with International Student and Scholar Services, The Graduate College presents the Academic Success for International Graduate Students Canvas course and panel event geared specifically towards international graduate students. Learn about academic etiquette within the framework of the U.S. higher education system and get tips and resources from both students and faculty.

Graduate Student Appreciation

Every year, The Graduate College celebrates our community of over 4,000 students enrolled in over 100 master’s and doctoral programs with a week-long event: Graduate Student Appreciation Week (GSAW). The week is filled with a variety of free, virtual and in-person events for graduate students, including workshops, wellness activities, and other special events.

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Running with the Graduate Deans

The Graduate College would like to invite you to join us in a series of local running events organized by various non-university groups and organizations in town. Everyone who joins us will receive a technical running shirt. For every graduate student, faculty or staff member who runs/walks the race wearing our technical shirt, we will put funds in the amount of the race fee into our scholarship account for the coming year.

Shop Talks

Your shop is everything that has to do with your graduate degree, from program requirements to research and everything in between. Grad College Shop Talks provide free presentations in key areas of your shop, including everything from strategizing efficient degree completion to planning for your career!

If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact 512-245-3451 or ods@txstate.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.

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