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Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America launching our nations great tradition of world-class public education. What began as a commitment to inspire the

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Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America — launching our nation’s great tradition of world-class public education. What began as a commitment to inspire the next generation grows stronger today through global research, hands-on learning and extensive outreach. A top value in public higher education, Georgia’s flagship university thrives in a community that combines a culture-rich college town with a strong economic center.

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DEBORAH MARTINEZ, M.Ed. – GRADUATE SCHOOL RECRUITER

June 12, 2019

ACCEPTED STUDENTS DAY

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CONGRATULATIONS!

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THE OFFICE OF RECRUITMENT & DIVERSITY INITIATIVES

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  • Dr. Lisa Sperling

Senior Director

  • Ms. Deborah Martinez

Graduate Recruiter

  • Mr. David Stanley

Graduate Assistant 4th Year Doctoral Candidate, Counseling Psychology

  • Ms. Katy Janousek

Graduate Assistant 1st Year Graduate Student, Mental Health Counseling

  • Mr. Geovani Ayala

Associate Director

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MISSION STATEMENT FOR OFFICE OF RECRUITMENT & DIVERSITY INITIATIVES

 The Graduate School promotes excellence in graduate education by recruiting and retaining top students to the University of Georgia. While striving to increase enrollment, the Graduate School seeks to embrace diversity and inclusion by growing the enrollment of first-generation students and students from historically underrepresented groups within their discipline.  Every effort is made to facilitate a smooth transition for new graduate students from matriculation through graduation to heighten the graduate experience of all students. The Graduate School sponsors academic, professional, and social retention programs and activities, and serves as an advocate for students.

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Terrell Hall, North Campus grad.uga.edu Graduate Student Services 1st floor, room 110 Recruitment & Diversity Initiatives 2nd floor, room 214

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UGA GRADUATE SCHOOL

GRADUATE STUDENT ENROLLMENT 7,030 students (92) Doctoral Programs (131) Masters Programs (18) Dual Degree Programs (170) Double Dawg Programs (11) Online Programs (12) Interdisciplinary Degree Programs (20) Interdisciplinary Graduate Certificates

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INCOMING STUDENTS “To-DO” LIST

Pre-Arrival Checklist  Verification of Lawful Presence  Contact your Department  Final Admissions Information  UGA MyID  Housing  Disability Resource Center  Health Center Forms  UGA Card  Parking

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http://grad.uga.edu/index.php/incoming-students/information-for-new-students/incoming- student-to-do-list

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VERIFICATION OF LAWFUL PRESENCE

*Must be done in order to register for courses* The University of Georgia must verify that you are lawfully present in the United States before allowing you to enroll.

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International Students

In order to register for classes, International students must check-in online once physically present in the United States. https://istart.uga.edu Will need access to scanned copies of your passport ID page, US visa, I-94 information sheet (from http://www.cbp.gov/i94), and any other documents that are relevant to your immigration status.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION

Register for International Student Orientation facilitated by UGA’s Office of International Student Life: August 4 - 9, 2019  Information concerning immigration issues  Taxes for nonresidents  Cross-cultural adjustment  Housing assistance  Course registration procedures  Social security cards  UGA payroll For more information and registration https://isl.uga.edu/content_page/international-student-orientation-content-page

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CONTACT DEPARTMENT

 Courtesy email  Department-specific orientation activities  Mentors or faculty advisors  Listservs  Registration information  UGA ID card

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FINAL ADMISSIONS INFORMATION

Your official acceptance letter (from the Graduate School) may have indicated that you must send additional information.

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Examples

Final Transcript Proof of Degree

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UGA MyID & EITS

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 MyID will be automatically assigned after applying to UGA  Sent to the email address you provided on your Graduate School application  WIFI: PAWS-Secure For more information visit: https://eits.uga.edu/access_and_security/myid

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UGA HOUSING

 On-campus apartments are available for graduate students and families  Rent includes – All utilities (water, power, cable, internet) – Laundry (either in unit or shared) – Access to 10’x10’ garden plot

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https://housing.uga.edu/site/housing_family_graduate

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DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER

 The Disability Resource Center (DRC) at the University of Georgia is committed to providing equal access for students with disabilities at UGA.  It is important to keep in mind that the registration process can take 1 to 4 weeks depending on a number of different factors.  It is advised students start the registration process as early as possible.

Contact the DRC Clark Howell Hall 825 South Lumpkin Street VOICE: (706) 542-8719 FAX: (706) 542-7719 TTY: (706) 542-8778 EMAIL: drc@uga.edu MAIN OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

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UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTER

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Certificate of Immunization & TB Screening Form is due prior to registering for classes. https://uhs.uga.edu/ Phone: 706-542-8617

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UGA CARD

 Check with your department first - you may need a specific type of access Bring  $30 cash, check, or credit card  Photo ID to 309 Tate Student Center (Spouses and dependents can get them, too)  First-time ID Requests, one of the following is required: State-issued Driver’s License or ID, Passport, or Military ID  After your UGACard is printed, a Technician will photograph your eyes to create a biometric iris image to be used for accessing the Dining Halls and the Ramsey Fitness Center

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PARKING

 Apply for parking permit – Go to: tps.uga.edu – Enter vehicle information – Select your top choices for assigned lots – Payroll deduction is available – $20---$30---$40 per month

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 Alternative Transportation Program Limited free parking for students using alternative transportation as primary means

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CAMPUS TRANSIT

UGA Transit: – 11 Bus Routes

  • Updates on Twitter

(@UGATransit) and app, “UGA”

  • Be aware of schedule
  • Night Service Weekend Service
  • Intersession Service
  • Finals Service
  • Summer Service
  • Disability Van Services

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Athens Transit: Students ride for FREE! Runs every hour 28 Routes Questions:  http://www.tps.uga.edu  http://athenstransit.com/

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HEALTH INSURANCE

Mandatory Plan  Certain graduate students are required to have health insurance. The mandatory plan can be waived if a student already has coverage.  UGA contribution depends on qualified assistantship/fellowship Voluntary Plan  Non-mandated students may purchase coverage if enrolled in at least three (3) graduate level credits in a degree seeking program  Students volunteering for coverage do not qualify for UGA contribution

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https://hr.uga.edu/students/student-health-insurance/mandatory-plan/

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UGA LIBRARIES

 Total of 4.6 million volumes and one of the nation’s largest map collections  Access to over 48,000 electronic full-text journals & approximately 400,000 full-text-e-books  The $43 million Zell B. Miller Learning Center is one of the largest & most technologically advanced facilities on an American university campus

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Principle facilities (main campus)  Main Library  Science Library & Science Learning Center  Special Collections Library  University of Georgia Libraries  Walter J. Brown Media Archives & the Peabody Awards Collection  Zell B. Miller Learning Center

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GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS

 Academic units at the university may employ graduate students in four types of graduate assistantships: 1. Graduate Teaching Assistantship (GTAs) 2. Graduate Lab Assistantship (GLAs) 3. Graduate Research Assistantship (GRAs) 4. Graduate Research Fellow Assistantship (GRFAs) 5. Monthly stipend  Normal student fees apply – approximately $1788 per semester (as of Fall 2019)  Departmental  UGA Graduate School  Student Affairs  Other Sources  Grad/Research/Student/Temp jobs are now Listed on www.uga.jobsearch.com

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GRADUATE 2019-2020 ESTIMATED COST OF ATTENDANCE

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Tuition costs can be found at: https://busfin.uga.edu/bursar/bursar_tuition_1920/

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GRADUATE SCHOOL RESOURCES

 Brown bags/workshops- writing, teaching, portfolios,  Experiential Professional Development Workshops  Emerging Leaders Program and other leadership opportunities  Poster printing  Financial Education Workshops  Transition Workshops  Other things Grad School offers during the year

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS… Graduate School Orientation Monday, August 12th Classic Center, Grand Hall

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CONNECT WITH US

The Graduate School Office of Recruitment & Diversity Initiatives grecruit@uga.edu grad.uga.edu (706) 542-9648

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FB: UGAGradStudies Instagram: @UGAGradStudies Twitter:UGAGradStudies

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CAMPUS RESOURCES PANEL

Name: Mandy Branch, Assistant Director of Outreach & Training Office of Student Financial Aid – osfa@uga.edu Name: Carrie Campbell, Senior Public Relations Coordinator University Housing – carrie.campbell@uga.edu Name: Grace Williamson, Career Consultant Career Center – gracewilliamson@uga.edu Name: Kristine Groft, Senior Communications Coordinator University Health Center/UGA Student Affairs Communications Department – kgroft@uhs.uga.edu

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CAMPUS RESOURCES PANEL

Name: Elizabeth White, Virtual Reference Coordinator Research and Instruction Librarian for Political Science, International Affairs, and Public Administration – elwhite1@uga.edu Name: Andrew Crain, Director of Experiential Professional Development Graduate School – acrain@uga.edu Name: Pedro E. Alvarado, PhD Student, Theatre & Performance Studies President of Graduate And Professional Scholars (GAPS) 2019-2020 Gaps@uga.edu

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GRADUATE STUDENT PANEL

Name: Ershun Powers, Educational Administration and Policy, MEd Name: Inam Jameel, Genetics, PhD Name: Ceren Ocak, Learning, Design, and Technology, PhD Name: Daniel McCrary, Social Work, MSW

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QUESTIONS?

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