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Discover CAS:
Graduate Studies Open HousesSeptember 27 and November 15, 2024

Thank you for your interest in Â鶹´«Ã½'s College of Arts & Sciences.ÌýWe know the choice to go to Graduate School is a complicated one with many factors to consider. That's why we're offering two opportunities to connect you with faculty and the AU community.

Our open houses are specific to graduate degrees and certificates within the College of Arts & Sciences. All attendees will receive an application fee waiver for 2025 admissions season.Ìý

To see aÌýfull schedule, please scroll to the bottom of the page. All events and webinars are scheduled on United States — Eastern Standard Time.

Friday, September 27: Virtual Open House
Our virtual open house includes info sessions with faculty from your program of interest. All meetings are held over the Zoom platform. Access instructions will be sent out the morning of the event.

Friday, November 15: On-campus Open House
This on campus event will feature a campus tour, faculty visits and an evening reception with AU representatives and current graduate students.ÌýPlease remember, Â鶹´«Ã½ does not provide travel funds, accomodations, or VISAs to attend.
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Registration Opens Soon

Schedule of Events

9:45Ìýa.m.
Dean's Welcome
Hear from Dr. Walter Park, Professor of Economics and Associate Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences.
10:30 a.m.
Virtual Faculty Visits - Session 1
Meet with faculty from the graduate programs in:ÌýBiology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Data Science, Environmental Science, and Statistics.
12:00 p.m.Ìý
Virtual Faculty Visits - Session 2
Meet with faculty from the graduate programs in Art History, Audio Technology, Creative Writing, Studio Art, and the Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Certificate program.
1:30 p.m.
Virtual Faculty Visits - Session 3
Meet with faculty from the graduate programs in Anthropology, History, Literature Culture & Technology, Philosophy/Ethics Peace & Human Rights, and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
3:00 p.m.Ìý
Virtual Faculty Visits - Session 4
Meet with faculty from the graduate programs in Economics, Health Promotion Management, Public Health Innovation & Practice, Psychology, and Sociology Research & Practice.
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Please note: All virtual sessions will take place on the Zoom dashboard.
The PhD Behavior, Cognition & Neuroscience programÌýwill not participate in Discover CAS. Please reach out directly to the department for more information.
3:30 p.m.
Campus Tour
Join current graduate students and AU staff for a walking tour of Â鶹´«Ã½'s main campus.
4:15Ìýp.m.
Registration Opens.
4:30 p.m.Ìý
Dean's WelcomeÌý
Formal welcome to Â鶹´«Ã½ by Associate Dean Walter Park. Includes a presentation on the AU's College of Arts & Sciences and campus resources.
5:15Ìýp.m.
Department Meetings
Connect wtih professors from your program of interest for a more indepth look at curriculum, experitiential learning opportunities, and outcomes.
6:30 p.m.Ìý
Evening Reception
Join the AU Community for an evening reception. Food and drink provided.
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Please note: theÌýPhD Behavior, Cognition & Neuroscience programÌýwill not participate in DiscoverÌýCAS. For more information, please reach out to the Department of Neuroscience.