new graduate student orientation · 1) we are here for you 2) you are special 16,846applied 6,030...

NEW GRADUATE STUDENT ORIENTATION

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Taylor W. BaileyPh.D. Student, Comparative PathobiologyMaster’s Student, Public HealthPresident, Purdue Graduate Student GovernmentWelcome to Purdue!

Welcome!

You know we have world class faculty and research.

Now let us show you our world class community and resources to help you succeed.

Endless possibilities.

You made it to Purdue. Congrats!

ActivityTake 1 minute. Introduce yourself to someone near you that you don’t know.

How about:1. How do they take their coffee?2. Where are they from, and what program are they in?3. Suggest a follow up activity (getting a coffee? Hint hint)

Embrace Opportunity

In academics and your research – but ALSO in life.

Your graduate experience is yours to own!

THANK YOU TO PURDUE FACULTY AND STAFF

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LINDA J. MASON

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Dean of The Graduate School

1) We are here for you2) You are special

16,846 Applied

6,030 Admitted

3,014 Accepted

What leads to success?How will you separate yourself?

Professional Development

1993 2013

All SHE 18.1 12.4Bio, Ag, Env. Life 9 5.3Comp. & Info Sci 31.5 21.1Math & Statistics 40.9 25Physical Science 8.8 6.9Psychology 12.8 11.1Social Science 43.5 38Engineering 15.0 6.6Health 33.9 20.7

Pathways Project

This is your degree

1

Protect your mental health

2

Take a break from everything university

related

3

Talk to your professors and other mentors

4

Serve others and engage academically

Final words of wisdom

JOANNE SANDIFUR

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Assistant DirectorOffice of Graduate Admissions

Admissions Requirements

Office of Graduate Admissions Location: Young Hall, Rm. 170

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Video can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caswd4Sx8VM

NICOLE BARR

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Graduate Records ManagerThe Graduate School

Records

Graduate Records Location: Young Hall, Rm. 170

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Video can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-6p1josJGc

City of West Lafayette

JOHN R. DENNIS, MAYOR

Welcome!

Welcome to West LafayetteWe are happy you are here!

We have 46,000 permanent residents (U.S. Census, 2017) and 42,000 students attending Purdue University.

West Lafayette is the most densely populated city in Indiana.

We are proud of our close knit and architecturally significant neighborhoods, which support neighborhood events throughout the year.

Award Winning SchoolsTippecanoe School Corporation Burnett Creek & Klondike

Elementary Schools Battleground & Klondike

Middle Schools Harrison High School

West Lafayette Community School Corporation West Lafayette Elementary

School (K-3) West Lafayette Intermediate

School (4-6) West Lafayette Jr./Sr. High

School (7-12)

Local EventsThe City of West Lafayette is proud to host many annual events that highlight arts, culture and the unique culinary offerings of West Lafayette. No matter where you are from, we hope you will find a taste of home here.

Global Fest – September 19, Morton Community Center

Art on the Wabash – September 23, Tapawingo Park

Starry Night – September 26, Columbia & Chauncey

Feast of the Hunter’s Moon – October 3 & 4, Fort

Ouiatenon

Purdue Convocations – international entertainment

through the year.

Living in West Lafayette

Thousands of new housing options planned 2018-202220 unique neighborhoodsUrban Target store in 2020New amenities for bike and

pedestrian trafficSafe and welcoming

community

West Lafayette Farmers Market

Parks and Recreation 464 acres of park space 37 miles of trails 14 Community parks

• Cumberland Park• George E. Lommel Park• Happy Hollow Park• Wabash Heritage Trail Park• Lincoln Park• Mascouten Park• Paula R. Woods Park • Peck-Trachtman Park• Riverside Skating Center• Trailhead Park• Tapawingo Park• Tommy Johnston Park• University Farm Park

Endless opportunities to explore unique pockets of nature in the community

Parks and Recreation Happy Hollow

Public Art

Renovated City Hall – late 2020

Renovated City Hall – late 2020

The Wellness Center

The Wellness Center

The Wellness Center

THANK YOU!

Thank you!

@WestLafayetteINWest Lafayette City Government

www.WestLafayette.in.gov

ZENEPHIA EVANS

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Associate Dean of Students

WELCOME TO PURDUE!

O F F I C E O F T H E D E A N O F S T U D E N T S

( O D O S )

O F F I C E O F T H E V I C E P R O V O S T F O R S T U D E N T L I F E

ODOSThe Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS) is committed to helping students reach their fullest potential both in and out of the classroom.

ODOS Departments:

Center for Advocacy, Response and Education (CARE)

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

Division of Recreation and Wellness

Fraternity, Sorority and Cooperative Life (FSCL) Off-Campus Housing

Off-Campus Housing

Parent and Family Connections Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR)

Student Health Services - Purdue University Student Health (PUSH)

Student Legal Services (SLS)

Student Support Services

CENTER FOR ADVOCACY, RESPONSE AND EDUCATION (CARE)

Duhme Hall Room 143

765-495-CARE (2273)

http://www.purdue.edu/odos/care/

• Provides support and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence, dating violence and stalking

• Staff provide resources and direct services for survivors and able to provide information and other support to friends and family of survivors

• Campus-wide programming on sexual violence, consent, bystander intervention and other topics

COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (CAPS)PUSH, Room 246

765-494-6995

http://www.purdue.edu/caps/

• Strong commitment to meeting the needs of diverse people

• Committed to helping students benefit from their college experience

• Committed to helping students achieve personal and academic success

• Work with students in crisis, the primary goal is to assist students with their concerns before they develop into more serious problems

• Encourage students to talk to a therapist or psychologist in a supportive atmosphere to aid self-understanding and the resolution of personal issues

DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL AND WELLNESSFrance A. Cordova Recreational Sports Center and Turf Recreation Exercise Center

765-494-6995

https://www.purdue.edu/recwell/index.php/

• 470,760 sq. ft.

• Provide the Purdue community with recreational and wellness activities that contribute to learning and the pursuit of an active and healthy lifestyle

OFF-CAMPUS HOUSINGSchleman Hall, Room B250

765-496-1841

offcampushousing@purdue.edu

Helps students make their off-campus living experience the best it can be. Assists students with the pros and cons of living off-campus, provides information on what to know before signing a lease and how to be a good neighbor in the community.

• Provides apartment listing database

• Provides property survey feedback with details about apartments/housing

• Housing searches can be sorted by rating, cost, and other amenities

OFFICE OF STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (OSRR)Schleman Hall, Room B50

765-494-1250

osrr@purdue.edu

Provides a process to resolve potential University rule violations governing student behavior in both a formal and informal process.

• Reviews alleged violation of the Purdue Student Code of Conduct

• Administers student conduct cases

• Determines appropriate educationally-based sanctions

• Promotes student learning and understanding of the University’s expectation for conduct and citizenship

• Conflict Resolution strategies

• Processes and handles grievances and grade appeals

• Assists faculty and staff with understanding and supporting student rights within the University community

STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES (SLS)

Schleman Hall, Room 207

765-494-7503

sls@purdue.edu

Provides free legal advice to undergraduate, graduate and professional Purdue students. Landlord/Tenant disputes

Criminal issues

Power of Attorney

Traffic Tickets

Garnishment and Collections

Family Law Issues

Names Changes

City or County Ordinance Violations

Small Claims

*** For an appointment – no walk-ins accepted***

Complete the intake form - https://www.purdue.edu/odos/sls/

**No legal advice can be given via phone or email ***

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES -PURDUE UNIVERSITY STUDENT HEALTH CENTER (PUSH)601 Stadium Mall Drive

765-494-1700

http://www.purdue.edu/push/

• Support the overall well-being and development of Purdue studentsand other members of the campus community

• Provide high quality medical, mental health, and wellness educationservices

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICESSchleman Hall, Room 207

765-494-1747

odos@purdue.edu

Connects students with resources. A great place to get answers, learn aboutresources and receive support.

• Assists student with concerns (personal, financial, academic)• Connects students, faculty and staff to campus/community resources• Provides continued support and advocacy• Student of Concern Reports• Empowers student to overcome obstacles to their growth both inside and outside

of the classroom, maximizing their educational potential

***No scheduled appointment necessary, walk-in meetings available***Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

STUDENT OF CONCERN REPORTS

• https://www.purdue.edu/advocacy/index.html

• https://www.purdue.edu/advocacy/students/report.html

RESOURCES AND TRAININGS

• https://www.purdue.edu/odos/resources/index.html

• https://www.purdue.edu/advocacy/students/other/presentations.html

#PurdueStepsToLeaps

5 PILLARS• Well-being

• Leadership and Professional Development

• Impact

• Networks

• Grit

ENJOY AND MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR PURDUE EXPERIENCE!

• Boiler Up

• Hammer Down

ELI VAN SICKEL

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Access Consultant, Disability Resource Center

Disability Resource Center

Disability Resource Center Location: Young Hall, Rm. 830

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Video can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/AQCT_52oZdc

Purdue Traditions

When I say “Boiler”, You say “Up!”And other stuff you should know

Freddy Damen, PGSG Public Relations

Purdue’s Fight Song

Official School Colors:

Old Goldand

Black

Represented by…The Boilermaker

Special

and… Purdue

Pete!

YOU are a Boilermaker!

WHO is a Boilermaker?

A phrase you will see and hear regularly,

often accompanied by a

FIST PUMP…

BOILER UP!

Life. Career. Community.

Enhancing the graduate student experience at Purdue

Empowering you outside of the lab and the classroom

www.PurdueGradStudents.com

PGSG – Who are we?

Pratik KashyapFreddy DamenAaron BenjaminJasmine MooreHossein EbrahiminNezhadAnbuhkani (Connie) Muniandy

Ben RachunokMadelina NuñezVal SchullKilian KellyAlex Seto

PGSG – What does this mean for you?Life – Having fun is possible AND important in grad school

Career – Gaining the professional skills to be career ready

Community – Supporting a stronger Purdue and Greater Lafayette Community

GRAC – PGSG grant programs

PGSG SenateSenate

Career Fairs

Socials

Grants

Guest Lectures

Workshops

Volunteering

Advocacy

Purdue Graduate Student Center504 Northwestern Avenue(in front of the Northwestern Parking Garage)

www.PurdueGradStudents.com

Facebook Twitter/Insta“Purdue Grad Students” @PGSGinfo

Visit us at the Graduate Student Center!

Where to find PGSG:

BOB FALK

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President & CEOPurdue Federal Credit Union

A Message From Our Sponsor

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR

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Purdue Federal Credit Union

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