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 Student Experience Symposium

In response to the evolving landscape of graduate education, we are excited to announce the Graduate Student Experience Symposium. As experienced adult learners, our graduate students have unique motivations and preferences that require innovative, tailored academic and support services. This symposium aims to address these needs.

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.

The Atlanta community is invited to the official kickoff event for the 2025 Atlanta Science Festival!
Run or walk the Pi Mile around Georgia Tech's beautiful campus!
Understand the terms of your financial package.
Gain insights on salary, benefits, and other terms, tailored specifically for Online Master’s students.
Join our virtual graduate info sessions, hosted every Wednesday at 10:00 AM EST, to learn more about attending Georgia Tech-Europe as a graduate student!
According to Gill Corkindale, "Imposter syndrome can be defined as a collection of feelings of inadequacy that persist despite evident success.
Explore career paths with Georgia state science-based agencies over dinner.
Explore career paths with Georgia state science-based agencies over dinner.
Join us in retroTECH and party like it’s 1999!
No classes, assignments, or assessments. March 17-21, 2025