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Fall 2024 Orientation

Welcome to the Graduate School of Education and Human Development (GSEHD)! Orientation is an opportunity to connect with the GW, GSEHD, and larger DC communities. All students are required to complete the asynchronous virtual orientation in Blackboard, as well as attend one live orientation session (either virtually or in person). 

We encourage you to review the New Student Guide as you prepare for your first semester. We look forward to supporting you as you work towards your academic and professional goals.

Required Asynchronous Virtual New Student Orientation

All new students are enrolled in an asynchronous New Student Orientation in Blackboard. This orientation is required. It is self-paced so you can complete the orientation on your own time. The deadline for completion is the first day of the semester.

To access the New Student Orientation, please use your GW credentials to log into Blackboard. The Orientation is listed under “Organizations.”

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Required Asynchronous Virtual New Student Orientation (Choose One)

In addition to the asynchronous orientation in Blackboard, all incoming students are required to attend at least one live orientation session. We offer an in-person option on the Foggy Bottom campus and two virtual options: one for doctoral students and one open to any incoming students. Please register to attend.

Virtual New Student Orientation – Introduction to the Doctoral Student Journey
Monday, August 12 | 5:30-7:00 PM EDT
Audience: Incoming doctoral students (Note: Doctoral students who attend this virtual orientation may also find it beneficial (but not required) to attend the in-person orientation.)

In-Person Foggy Bottom Campus New Student Orientation
Thursday, August 15 | 2-7 PM EDT
Audience: All incoming GSEHD students
Location: George Washington University Science and Engineering Hall, 800 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20052

The event agenda is as follows:

2:00-2:30 PM - Check-in
2:30-3:30 PM - Campus Tours
3:30-4:30 PM - Introduction to the Office of Student Life and Launching Your Career Workshop
4:30-5:30 PM - Current Student Panel: The GSEHD Student Experience
5:30-7:00 PM - Reception and Resource Fair

Virtual New Student Orientation – General
Tuesday, August 20 | 5:30-7:00 PM EDT
Audience: Incoming GSEHD students

For questions or assistance, contact gsehdosl@gwu.edu.