  {"id":881,"date":"2025-07-15T09:46:59","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T13:46:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate-students\/?page_id=881"},"modified":"2025-12-22T12:36:27","modified_gmt":"2025-12-22T17:36:27","slug":"nso","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate-students\/events\/nso\/","title":{"rendered":"New Graduate Student Onboarding"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to 糖心vlog\u2019s Graduate School! As you embark on this important academic pursuit, Graduate Student Onboarding will provide a foundation for your studies and professional growth. Please select the appropriate tab below and follow the steps to complete your orientation and ensure you are fully prepared for the semester ahead.<br \/>\n<div class=\"tab-group\"><div class=\"tab-content\"><h2>International Students<\/h2>\n<h2>Onboarding for New International Graduate Students<\/h2>\n<p><small><strong>Jump to a session:<\/strong> <a href=\"#intl-session-1\">Graduate School 101<\/a> | <a href=\"#intl-session-2\">Navigating Your Graduate Experience<\/a> | <a href=\"#intl-session-3\">Foundations of Graduate Student Success<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"intl-session-1\">Graduate School 101<\/h4>\n<p>An essential overview of graduate study at Montclair, this session covers key academic policies, expectations, and resources every graduate student should know. You\u2019ll also learn how The Graduate School supports you from enrollment through graduation.<em>*It is highly recommended that you attend either the virtual session or watch the on demand recording.<\/em><\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f5f5f5;padding:48px 48px;border-radius:6px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:20px\">\n<strong>Option A: Live Virtual Session<\/strong><br \/>\nYou will be able to speak directly with graduate school staff during this session.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuesday, January 6, 2026<\/strong><br \/>\n9:00 \u2013 11 AM EST<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tuesday, January 6, 2026<\/strong><br \/>\n12 \u2013 2 PM EST<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/register\/gradnso\" style=\"padding:12px 20px;background-color:#d1190d;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px\">Register Here<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#f5f5f5;padding:48px 48px;border-radius:6px;margin-bottom:20px\">\n<strong>Option B: On-Demand Presentation<\/strong><br \/>\nWatch the presentation at your convenience and schedule a 1:1 consultation with our team if you\u2019d like additional support.\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/montclair.instructure.com\/courses\/131718\/files\/20926221?module_item_id=4795770\" style=\"padding:12px 20px;background-color:#d1190d;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px\">Watch Now<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h4 id=\"intl-session-2\">Navigating Your Graduate Experience<\/h4>\n<p>This session focuses on immigration requirements for F-1 graduate students and introduces the MyGlobal Portal and immigration check-in process. Students will also gain insight into U.S. academic culture. <em>*This session is mandatory for all new international students.<\/em><\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f5f5f5;padding:48px 48px;border-radius:6px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:20px\">\n<strong>Wednesday, January 14, 2026<\/strong><br \/>\n10:00 AM \u2013 2:00 PM EST<br \/>\nUniversity Hall Conference Center, 7th Floor, 糖心vlog<br \/>\nHosted by: The Office of Global Engagement (OGE)\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/portal\/internationalgraduateorientation\" style=\"padding:12px 20px;background-color:#d1190d;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px\">Register Here<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:2px\"><small>*We recommend parking in Red Hawk Deck. <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/facilities\/our-services\/parking-services\/parking-rates-and-fees\/\" target=\"_blank\">See Parking Fees<\/a> | <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/campus-map\/\" target=\"_blank\">Campus Map<\/a> | <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/facilities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2024\/10\/Campus-Accessibility-Map_2024-07-08.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Accessibility Map<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4 id=\"intl-session-3\">Foundations of Graduate Student Success<\/h4>\n<p>Designed to help you start strong, this session introduces the core principles of graduate success, including academic integrity and research standards, while giving you the opportunity to connect with peers in your program. Breakfast will be provided. <em>*This session is mandatory for all new international students.<\/em><\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f5f5f5;padding:48px 48px;border-radius:6px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:20px\">\n<strong>Thursday, January 15, 2026<\/strong><br \/>\n8:30 AM \u2013 1:30 PM EST<br \/>\nFeliciano School of Business, Room 140, 糖心vlog<br \/>\nHosted by: IAI and The Graduate School\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/register\/gradnso\" style=\"padding:12px 20px;background-color:#d1190d;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px\">Register Here<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:2px\"><small>*We recommend parking in Red Hawk Deck. <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/facilities\/our-services\/parking-services\/parking-rates-and-fees\/\" target=\"_blank\">See Parking Fees<\/a> | <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/campus-map\/\" target=\"_blank\">Campus Map<\/a> | <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/facilities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2024\/10\/Campus-Accessibility-Map_2024-07-08.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Accessibility Map<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4>At the Conclusion of Onboarding, You Will Have\u2026<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Clarity on visa and legal requirements<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of academic policies and expectations<\/li>\n<li>Connections with staff and fellow students<\/li>\n<li>Guidance on services, resources, and campus life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We look forward to meeting you on campus soon. Until then, take a moment to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/global\/accepted-students\/international-student-checklist\/\">review the new international student checklist<\/a> so you\u2019re ready to begin your studies.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"tab-content\"><h2>Domestic Students<\/h2>\n<h2>Onboarding for New Domestic Graduate Students<\/h2>\n<p><small><strong>Jump to a session:<\/strong> <a href=\"#dom-session-1\">Graduate School 101<\/a> | <a href=\"#dom-session-3\">Foundations of Graduate Student Success<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"dom-session-1\">Graduate School 101<\/h4>\n<p>An essential overview of graduate study at Montclair, this session covers key academic policies, expectations, and resources every graduate student should know. You\u2019ll also learn how The Graduate School supports you from enrollment through graduation.<em>*It is highly recommended that you attend either the virtual session or watch the on demand recording.<\/em><\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f5f5f5;padding:48px 48px;border-radius:6px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:20px\">\n<strong>Option A: Live Virtual Session<\/strong><br \/>\nYou will be able to speak directly with graduate school staff during this session.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuesday, January 6, 2026<\/strong><br \/>\n9:00 \u2013 11 AM EST<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tuesday, January 6, 2026<\/strong><br \/>\n12 \u2013 2 PM EST<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/register\/gradnso\" style=\"padding:12px 20px;background-color:#d1190d;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px\">Register Here<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#f5f5f5;padding:48px 48px;border-radius:6px;margin-bottom:20px\">\n<strong>Option B: On-Demand Presentation<\/strong><br \/>\nWatch the presentation at your convenience and schedule a 1:1 consultation with our team if you\u2019d like additional support.\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/montclair.instructure.com\/courses\/131718\/files\/20926221?module_item_id=4795770\" style=\"padding:12px 20px;background-color:#d1190d;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px\">Watch Now<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h4 id=\"dom-session-3\">Foundations of Graduate Student Success<\/h4>\n<p>Designed to help you start strong, this session introduces the core principles of graduate success, including academic integrity and research standards, while giving you the opportunity to connect with peers in your program. Breakfast will be provided.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f5f5f5;padding:48px 48px;border-radius:6px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:20px\">\n<strong>Thursday, January 15, 2026<\/strong><br \/>\n8:30 AM \u2013 1:30 PM EST<br \/>\nFeliciano School of Business, Room 140, 糖心vlog<br \/>\nHosted by: IAI and The Graduate School\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/portal\/internationalgraduateorientation\" style=\"padding:12px 20px;background-color:#d1190d;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px\">Register Here<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:2px\"><small>*We recommend parking in Red Hawk Deck. <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/facilities\/our-services\/parking-services\/parking-rates-and-fees\/\" target=\"_blank\">See Parking Fees<\/a> | <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/campus-map\/\" target=\"_blank\">Campus Map<\/a> | <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/facilities\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2024\/10\/Campus-Accessibility-Map_2024-07-08.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Accessibility Map<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4>At the Conclusion of Onboarding, You Will Have\u2026<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>A clear understanding of academic policies and expectations<\/li>\n<li>Guidance on using campus resources and support services<\/li>\n<li>Connections with faculty, staff, and fellow graduate students<\/li>\n<li>Tips to help you make the most of your time at Montclair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We look forward to meeting you on campus soon. 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