Graduate Student Orientation
Welcome to LMU. Opportunity Awaits.
Saturday, January 11, 2025
(All times listed are in Pacific Standard Time.)
Graduate Student Welcome
WELCOME TO THE PRIDE.
You are joining a vibrant community of dynamic professionals. In anticipation of the upcoming year, please utilize the on-demand resource modules and attend the virtual graduate student orientation program. Each of these offerings is designed to educate you about LMU and cultivate the important connections that ultimately lead to student success.
10:00 a.m. PT
All graduate students are invited to join LMU leadership for a warm welcome to LMU.
Departmental Sessions
LMU FRANK R. SEAVER COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
• 10:30 a.m. | Seaver College Graduate Orientation
LMU SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
• 10:30 a.m. | School of Education Welcome
• 10:40 a.m. | Catholic Archdiocese School Teachers (CAST)
• 10:40 a.m. | Counseling, Guidance & Counseling, School Counseling
• 10:40 a.m. | Special Education
• 11:40 a.m. | Child Welfare & Attendance Added Authorization
LMU ORIENTATION PROGRAMS
10:45 a.m. | Getting Started at LMU
This general orientation session is for any LMU graduate student who does not have a departmental session scheduled during this time.
General Sessions
12:30 p.m. PT | Library Resources and Services
Hosted by the William H. Hannon Library
Join staff from the William H. Hannon Library to gather information about the resources, academic databases, and support tools you can leverage for classroom learning and research.
1:15 p.m. PT | Career & Professional Planning for Graduate Students
Hosted by Career & Professional Development
Join this session with LMU Career & Professional Development to learn more about the tools you can utilize to advance your career and achieve professional goals.
2:00 p.m. PT | Financial Aid for Graduate Students
Hosted by Financial Aid
Attend this webinar for helpful insights about your financial aid award. Financial Aid staff will be available to address any questions you have.
International Graduate Orientation
Thursday, January 9, 2025
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. PST
All new international graduate students are required to attend an orientation session with the Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS) prior to the start of the Spring 2025 semester. Learn more about the support LMU provides for international graduate students as well as important details about visa requirements and maintaining your student status.
Graduate Onboarding Modules
LMU has developed customized onboarding modules that cover a variety of helpful topics to provide a seamless transition for new graduate students. The content is provided on demand, allowing you to watch at your own pace.
Get StartedGSLMU
Sign into LEO with your LMU username and password to join the Graduate Students of LMU. GSLMU is a student governance organization that advocates for all university graduate students.
LMU Events
LMU offers a variety of academic, career, and seasonal events that graduate students are invited to attend as members of the LMU community. Check out the upcoming campus events and mark your calendar for events that align with your interests and goals.
.jpg)