All incoming grads are required to attend a welcome breakfast and presentation on Monday, August 26, in the MacLean Ballroom at 112 S Michigan Ave. from 9:30–11:30 a.m. Presenters and guests include SAIC President, Elissa Tenny, and Dean of Graduate Studies, Arnold Kemp. This festive event is your opportunity to connect with peers from across SAIC departments.

Mandatory New Graduate Student Orientation
Monday, August 26
9:30–11:30 a.m.
MacLean Ballroom
112 S Michigan

New Graduate Student Gathering at the Museum
for first-year students only
Tuesday, August 27
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan
please note: large bags/backpacks not allowed in galleries

Followed by:

All Graduate Student Welcome Reception
for all grads
Tuesday, August 27
7:30–9:00 p.m.
MacLean Ballroom
112 S Michigan

Guide for Incoming Graduate Students

Incoming graduate students should watch their home mailboxes for a brochure containing important information about the orientation process. View the 2018 

Mandatory Departmental Orientations

New students are required to attend orientations at the departmental level. These important events introduce you to the facilities, resources, and procedures specific to your department. Departmental orientation schedules will be posted here soon. If you have questions about your Department in the meantime, connect with your Administrative Director.