Graduate School Orientation Fall 2026
(Online + in-person refresher)
Eager to learn about our campus, technology systems, expectations, academics, advising structure, and resources? You're in the right place.
Take the first step by filling out our pre-arrival survey.
Online Orientation
Online Orientation is mandatory. Orientation modules are ready for you to view, and they are due on September 11, 2026.
Please sign in using your personal email and the password you used to apply to WSU. If you have any questions, please email us. Please make sure to include your WSU ID in your email.
In-person Orientation Refreshers
Orientation Refreshers are not mandatory, but highly recommended. We offer some additional information and students can ask us any questions that they may have.
August 11th, 2026 9am-11am, TBA
August 13th, 2026 1pm-3pm, TBA
Walk-ins are welcome, but we would really appreciate it if you could let us know if you are attending.
Graduate Assistant Training Fall 2026
If you are a new GTA (Graduate Teaching Assistant), you must complete the online training and also attend the in-person session.
Part of the training for new GTAs is done online, some in person. In-person training will be held on August 12 2026, 9 am - 1 pm, Rhatigan Student Center 233 Santa Fe Room. All online modules must be completed on or before September 11, 2026, by 11:59pm.
If you are a new GRA (Graduate Research Assistant), you are strongly encouraged to attend the in-person sessions held from 11.20 am - 1 pm as part of the GTA training. Returning GRAs who did not take the training in the past are welcome as well.
Yes if you are:
- a new GTA (Fall 2026)
Highly recommended if you are:
- a new GRA (Fall 2026)
- a returning GRA (worked as a GRA in Spring 2026 but missed this training)
No if you
- are not a new GTA or GRA but are interested in being one. Taking this training will not increase your chances to be hired.
- worked as a GTA in the Spring and completed the training already.
- Accessibility
- CARE Team
- Counseling and Psychological Services
- Freedom of Expression
- Your role as a Graduate Assistant
- Student Accommodations
- Academic Integrity
- Assistantships and Graduate School Policies
- Getting Ready to Teach
- Your role as a GRA
- Make sure your hiring as a GTA is completed. Please confirm with your department or program.
- Navigate to Wichita State's Blackboard Learn site at https://blackboard.wichita.edu
- Click the yellow box that reads "Log in with myWSU ID" and enter your username (myWSUID@wichita.edu) and password to sign in. If you have trouble, check the myWSU ID Password Setup instructions.
- Find and click on "Courses" in the navigation menu on the left-hand side of the window.
- Select "GTA Training".
- Click on "GTA Online Training Fall 2026".
- Watch all videos and submit the corresponding certifications.
Please follow the directions described above ("How to access online training modules" section).
What Comes Next?
Orientation is just the beginning. The Graduate School is here to support you throughout your graduate journey, from your first day to the moment you cross the graduation stage.
Learn more by visiting the Graduate Student Hub.