Lerner New Graduate Student Orientation is your time to get acquainted, get involved, and get inspired for the journey ahead. As with any multi-year journey, preparation is a must. Your participation at this orientation is very strongly recommended.
You will meet with faculty, staff, and students of the Lerner College and the University to discover the resources that are all around you. Join us for the key information and key contacts you'll need to start your graduate work on the right foot.
Schedule of Events
4:30 PM - Registration Opens - Clayton Hall Lobby
5:00-6:00 PM - Individual Degree Orientations begin
6:00 - 7:00 PM - Group Orientation - Clayton Hall, Room 125
7:00 PM - Welcome Reception/Resource Fair/Professional Headshots - meet & greet your new classmates, your faculty, staff and other student leaders with light hors d'oeuvres and drinks. Many representatives from various campus resources will be available, student organizations and a photographer to take your professional headshot (dress professionally).
8:00 PM - Reception ends
Frequently Asked Questions:
Parking: Complimentary parking is available in the Clayton Hall Conference Center parking lot (7S).
Dress: Dress is professional.
Do I need to bring a copy of my ticket? If you do not want to print your ticket, you can show your ticket on your cell phone. Don't stress if you forget your ticket - we will have a check-in list.
COVID Precautions: We will be observing all COVID restrictions in compliance with the State of Delaware and University of Delaware's guidelines.
The University of Delaware has photographers and videographers at this event. By attending this event, you grant the University of Delaware permission to publish or display photographic or video images of you. Images may be used in any promotional material, publications or other applications
