Office of Graduate Education Signature Events

GradExpo

GradExpo is Georgia Tech's resource fair for new graduate students. Held in conjunction with Graduate Institute Orientation (GradIO), GradExpo gives students the opportunity to engage with various campus units and student organizations and to learn about the resources and services they provide.

Graduate Student Welcome and Fall Picnic

New and returning graduate students are welcome to this annual in-person event as we share Georgia Tech's traditions, academic standards, and provide students with spirit items. 

Virtual Graduate School Showcase Hosted by Georgia Tech

Those interested in graduate education can attend this virtual event to meet with both Georgia Tech program recruiters and recruiters from universities around the U.S. and abroad. This event is hosted by Georgia Tech's Pre-Graduate and Pre-Professional Advising, the Office of Graduate Education, and the Career Center. 

Graduate Education Summit

The 2025 Graduate Education Summit focuses on actionable strategies that elevate the graduate student experience and advance academic and research success. This year's theme is Championing Graduate Student Success: Building Holistic Support Systems for Research, Career Development, and Well-Being. The Summit is hosted by the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Education in partnership with CTL, the College of Lifetime Learning, the Graduate Student Government Association, and Student Engagement and Well-Being.

Career, Research, and Innovation Development Conference (CRIDC)

CRIDC is an annual professional development event that offers a poster competition, panel sessions led by industry leaders, and career networking opportunities. It is sponsored by the Graduate Student Government Association and the Office of Graduate Education. 

Taxes 101

Representatives from Global Human Resources, the Bursar's Office, and the Office of Graduate Education team up to help walk you through the dos and don’ts of filing your taxes.

Three Minute Thesis

The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition challenges students to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. It is held every year during Graduate Student Appreciation Week. 

Graduate Student Appreciation Week

Grad Student Appreciation Week (GSAW) is celebrated the first week of April each year. Daily events throughout the week will provide opportunities to engage, network, and have some fun!

Upcoming Events

The following is a list of various Georgia Tech events open to graduate students. A full listing of all Institute events can be found on the Campus Calendar website. To view Thesis & Dissertation proposal defenses, see MS and Ph.D. Defenses.

Students will get a sneak peak of the Career Center office inside of the Student Success Center, meet Career Center staff and learn about career resources that we offer.
Drop-ins are conducted by Career Peer Advisors and Career Advisors Monday through Friday from 1:00-3:00pm in-person during the fall and spring semesters. These will begin the first day of class and end the last day of class each semester.
This workshop will provide you an overview of the co-op and internship programs, the value of engaging in these experiences and how to navigate your search for these opportunities.
Start your semester strong with purpose, creativity, and connection!
Meet advisors and learn about education abroad opportunities.
Learn strategies to attract members and make an impression
Learn how to create an effective resume. If you haven't created a resume or are unsure where to start, this is the workshop for you!
Stop by the Career Center to grab some food, giveaways, and to meet our staff. Bring your career questions! We look forward to meeting you. No RSVP required.
Register now for TechXchange Dev Day held on campus!
In this workshop, you will learn how to maximize your job search in CareerBuzz and tips and tricks on using the system effectively.