Admitted Graduate Students
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Wel You are beginning your graduate studies at an exciting time in Gallaudet’s history. We have embraced a new mission and vision, and we are going forward boldly into our future guided by Gallaudet's Strategic Plan 2010-2015 . While Gallaudet has always been a bilingual community, our bilingualism is now a major part of our institutional mission. We are learning about it in an open and intentional manner. We are also striving to become a truly multicultural university. And what better place to learn about multiculturalism than here in Washington, DC? If you are new to this area, you can anticipate a rich and rewarding experience in the years ahead. Washington is a cosmopolitan and wonderfully diverse city that offers it all: history, culture, education, politics, and, as a bonus, excellent entertainment and restaurants of all kinds. Our nation’s capital and Gallaudet University are connected in a multitude of ways and you will enjoy everything the city and the mid-Atlantic region have to offer. There are also numerous opportunities to contribute to the city that has for so long been home to this fine institution of higher learning, and I urge you to take the opportunity to become involved in the larger community. So welcome to Gallaudet, welcome to Washington, DC … we’re excited that you will be joining us here. Sincerely, |
Now what?
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As a new student, there are several steps to take to ensure a smooth transition with as little inconvenience as possible. The Admitted Graduate Student Portal in Blackboard (Will be updated to 2012 soon.) is packed full of information to get you started and that is important for you to complete. Within your Admissions letter envelope, there are instructions on how to access the Admitted Graduate Student Portal in Blackboard.
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Once you are in the Blackboard portal, you will see the tab for "Admitted Graduate Student Information." Please review each section carefully in the portal to determine which modules you must read, which you must complete, and which will be helpful to you as you prepare to become a graduate student at Gallaudet.We certainly hope that you will accept our offer (see tab "Admitted Graduate Student Information", then see instructions in the module "FIRST: Graduate Admissions Acceptance Form") and that we will be seeing you this fall.
- Discussion Board - Want to start learning about other new Gallaudet graduate students? Join the conversation at the 2012 Graduate Student Discussion Board today!
- You have been automatically enrolled in the “New Graduate Student Discussion Board” where you can connect with other newly admitted students, current students, faculty and staff. We look forward to seeing you there. One of our current graduate students, Samira Jemmoua, (Deaf History student), will be the moderator.
Again, CONGRATULATIONS on your offer of admission. We certainly hope you will say, “YES.” We look forward to welcoming you to Gallaudet’s campus.
Sincerely,
Wednesday Luria, Coordinator
Prospective Graduate Student Services
