Graduate Calendar

The Graduate College is hosting the New Graduate Student Orientation: Meet & Greet events on the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses for all graduate students who began their programs during Spring, Summer, or Fall 2026.

• Browse university-wide student resources at the support services showcase and get your questions answered by representatives.
  
• Meet new graduate students from programs across campus and the Deans and staff of The Graduate College.
  
• Attend breakout sessions with valuable information for graduate student success.
  
• Enjoy games and snacks, and enter to win raffle prizes including a Texas State Bookstore gift card and other swag!
  

If you have any questions, contact us at futuregrad@txstate.edu. We wish you the best as you embark on your graduate studies!

If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact 512-245-3451 or ods@txstate.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.

The Graduate College is hosting the New Graduate Student Orientation: Meet & Greet events on the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses for all graduate students who began their programs during Spring, Summer, or Fall 2026.

• Browse university-wide student resources at the support services showcase and get your questions answered by representatives.
  
• Meet new graduate students from programs across campus and the Deans and staff of The Graduate College.
  
• Attend breakout sessions with valuable information for graduate student success.
  
• Enjoy games and snacks, and enter to win raffle prizes including a Texas State Bookstore gift card and other swag!
  

If you have any questions, contact us at futuregrad@txstate.edu. We wish you the best as you embark on your graduate studies!

If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact futuregrad@txstate.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.

Think of this Shop Talks session as a mini-orientation or orientation refresher! Ashley Carrington, Student Development Specialist II at The Graduate College, goes over several resources available through The Graduate College and the university, including career prep services, library tools, graduate student organizations, funding opportunities, and more. Tips from Ashley and other graduate students also shared at the end of this presentation that can help you succeed in your graduate studies.

Presented by Ashley Carrington, Student Development Specialist II for Retention, The Graduate College

Register today!

Think of this Shop Talks session as a mini-orientation or orientation refresher! Ashley Carrington, Student Development Specialist II at The Graduate College, goes over several online resources available through The Graduate College and the university, including career prep services, library tools, graduate student organizations, funding opportunities, and more. Tips from Ashley and other online graduate students also shared at the end of this presentation that can help you succeed in your online graduate studies.

Presented by: Ashley Carrington, Student Development Specialist II for Retention Initiatives, The Graduate College

Register today!

Have a business idea that’s ready for the next step? The Campus-to-Community (C2C) Student Fund helps student entrepreneurs turn campus ventures into real-world businesses. In this workshop, you’ll learn how C2C supports students from all majors—undergraduate and graduate— with mentorship, funding opportunities, and hands-on guidance. You’ll discover how to refine your business idea, test your market, and build a compelling pitch—while connecting with experienced entrepreneurs, investors, and alumni who can help open doors.
More than just a competition, C2C is a launchpad into the regional startup community. As part of the program, selected students pitch their ideas to Bobcat alumni and receive valuable feedback to move their ventures forward.

In this workshop, you will:
Learn what the C2C program offers and who should apply
Understand the application process and key deadlines
Get practical tips to strengthen your application and pitch.

Presented by: Quinn Valentine, Director, Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, 
Kendall Perkinson, Program Coordinator, Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, &
Tyson Rizzo, Fund Architect & Manager for the Campus to Community Launch Fund, Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Register today!