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The Graduate School, the International Center, and the Graduate Student Congress are committed to supporting incoming international graduate student during their academic pursuits, and that support begins in advance of their arrival.   

As evidence of this support, you are invited to participate in GradCATS:  Graduate Community and Academic Transition Series, a free, 5-week, pre-orientation program for international graduate students who will be beginning their studies at UK.  This program is designed for those who are new to Lexington and graduate studies at UK.  This series of weekly online synchronous meetings will:  

  • introduce you to UK and the surrounding area,   
  • create a sense of community among incoming graduate students and with continuing graduate students, and   
  • better prepare you for the academic demands of your program. 

Spring 2025 Dates

Date Living in Lexington Academic Connections
November 19 Introduction to GradCATS and Housing Options Fostering a Positive Relationship with Faculty: DGS/Faculty Interview
November 26 Transportation Getting Plugged In: A Conversation with a Member of the Graduate Student Congress
     
December 3 UK Campus Technology at UK: An Introduction to Campus Libraries and Other Technology Resources
December 10 Health, Wellness and Safety Learning about Department Culture: Talking with a Continuing Graduate Student from your Department
December 17 The Ins and Outs of Daily Life in Lexington Pulling it all Together: Final Questions before Arriving