Workshops

 

The Graduate Student Orientation will offer over 25 workshops, offered conference style - you choose the workshops that are important to you. Workshops to be offered this year include:

UCLA Graduate Orientation 2009
Afternoon Workshop Sessions
(please see your day of event program in case of any room changes)

Click here for a map of workshop venues

     
11:15am Keys to Success in Graduate School - Veteran UCLA graduate students in your field, or related fields, give you the low-down on what you really need to know in order to get off to the right start in your graduate studies and to make good progress to your degree. These panels will not address the specific information covered by your school or departmental orientation, but rather provide guidance on such topics as: transitioning into graduate school; building successful relationships with peers and mentors; balancing life and graduate school; and accessing various resources for graduate students.

You should choose the panel that pertains to your general field of study and your ultimate degree objective at UCLA. If you are unsure of which to attend, simply choose the panel you think will be most relevant to your graduate studies at this time. Click here for the Keys to Success workshop guide in order to determine which KTS workshop you will attend.

Various Venues - Click here to find the Keys to Success workshop for your academic area.
     
1pm Funding your Graduate Education - Learn about the various ways to fund your graduate studies. Topics will include information about finding extramural fellowships, as well as on-campus resources. (Also offered at 3:30pm) Fowler Auditorium
1pm Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars: Services and Programs - The Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars will be making a brief presentation of their student services and the exciting programs we have planned throughout the next academic year. Fowler A139
1pm Residency for Tuition Purposes - Paying non-resident fees? Learn what it takes to establish residency for tuition purposes from the UCLA officials who make this decision. Moore 100
1pm Be Well:  Wellness Resources on Campus - Representatives from the Arthur Ashe Student Health & Wellness Center, Counseling and Psychological Services, Office for Students with Disabilities, Bruin Resource Center, and UCLA FitWell discuss the many resources that UCLA provides to help graduate students be well, stay well, and maybe even have some fun. Ackerman Viewpoint Conference Room
1pm Grad School & Family and Kids...Oh My! - Graduate students and staff talk about personal and professional experiences with balancing family life and graduate school, and discuss key resources for parents and families at UCLA. Kerckhoff Staterooms
1pm Academic Writing Resources - Make the transition to graduate-level work by learning about proper citation, what constitutes plagiarism, why and how to use information ethically, and many practical strategies for integrity and the Student Conduct Code. A representative from the UCLA Graduate Writing Center will also be on hand to provide a brief overview of graduate writing services avoiding a serious breach of academic  James West Alumni Center Conference Room
1pm UCLA Recreation Open House and Mini-workshops (open until 2:30) -- Visit the John Wooden Center to learn about Recreation’s vast array of programs and recreational opportunities. You can go just to learn what’s available or you can also participate in a mini-workshop.                                John Wooden Center
     
2:15pm Introduction to the UCLA Library - Learn about the different UCLA Libraries and the services they provide. Fowler Auditorium
2:15pm Funding your Graduate Education for INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS - Learn about extramural funding opportunities available to international graduate students Fowler A139
2:15pm Developing Productive Relationships with Advisors and Mentors - How do I choose an advisor?  What if I am assigned an advisor?  What is a mentor?  What do they do for me?  What are my responsibilities?  Make the most of your time in graduate school through strong relationships with your advisor and mentors.   Ackerman 2nd Floor Lounge
2:15pm Introduction to the Graduate Student Health Insurance Plan - UCLA’s Insurance Coordinator discusses the Graduate Student Health Insurance Plan and answers your questions. Moore 100
2:15pm Budgeting and Money Management in Graduate School - Learn how to take care of your money and live on a budget in graduate school.   Ackerman Viewpoint Conference Room
2:15pm How Gay is UCLA? - The LGBTQA Community on campus is out and proud! Learn about the LGBTQ resources available to you on campus and in the Los Angeles community and how to connect to your community. 

Kerckhoff Staterooms
2:15pm Navigating LA - Learn about the many transportation options available for navigating Los Angeles -- with an without a car! James West Alumni Center Conference Room
     
3:30pm Funding your Graduate Education - Learn about the various ways to fund your graduate studies. Topics will include information about finding extramural fellowships, as well as on-campus resources. (Also offered at 1:00pm) Fowler Auditorium
3:30pm Maximizing your Graduate Career: Career Planning & Services for PhD Students - Learn about career planning guidelines and key Career Center services for doctoral students interested in academic and non-academic careers. Fowler A139
3:30pm Living in LA - Current UCLA grad students share their tips, knowledge, and background on living in LA. Learn about places to see, having fun on a budget, and favorite spots in Westwood and the Los Angeles area. Ackerman 2nd Floor Lounge
3:30pm Resources for Students of Color - Learn about students of color from other students of color at UCLA. Hear about how they find success and community as they navigate through graduate school. Come network with new and continuing students and learn about resources for students of color. Ackerman Viewpoint Conference Room
3:30pm Sustainability at UCLA - A panel of UCLA grad students, faculty, and staff talk about what UCLA is doing to promote sustainability and what you can do to be a part of it Kerckhoff Stateroom
3:30pm Thinking Ahead: Career Planning & Services for Masters Students (non-MBA) - Learn about career planning guidelines and key Career Center services for non-MBA Masters students. James West Alumni Center Conference Room