Tuesday Talks Webinar Series
Tuesday Talks
Tuesday Talks is a webinar series for new students and family members focused on acclimating you to GW resources, processes, and requirements in a live, virtual environment. Campus partners will cover topics such as how to read and pay your e-bill, how dining at GW and in D.C. works, details about the Student Health Insurance Plan, and more!
Fall 2023 Tuesday Talks
Below are our upcoming Tuesday Talks that will take place throughout the summer leading up to the start of the Fall semester. Recordings of each session will be added within a few days after the Talk takes place.
- May 9 - Orientation 101: What to Expect this Summer
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Join members of the NSO team review tasks your student will need to complete this summer, what you can expect in terms of communication (student and family), and how to support your student during this transition
- Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
- View Recording (Subtitles Available)
- May 16 - Residential Experience at GW
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Join members of the Student Life team review tasks your student will need to complete this summer, what you can expect in terms of communication (student and family), and how to support your student during this transition.
- Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
- View Recording (Subtitles Available)
- May 23 - Dining Experience at GW
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Our dining experience gives students access to food options from more than 80 GW Dining Partners located both on- and off-campus, with our off-campus dining partners concentrated in our nearby Foggy Bottom/West End neighborhoods for quick and easy convenience to campus. Designed to fit the busy lifestyle of GW students, GW dining supports myriad dietary preferences by providing healthy foods and convenience. Join GW Dining as they provide an overview of dining on campus.
- Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
- View Recording
- June 6 - Transition of Care #1: Health & Safety at GW
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Before your student even steps onto campus, it is important to make a transition plan for their health, safety, and wellbeing needs. Join members from our Student Health Center, GW Police and Emergency Management as they discuss resources and strategies to support your student's wellbeing.
- Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
- View Recording (Subtitles Available)
- June 20 - Financial Matters
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Hear from the Student Services Hub as they share an overview of the office, how to review financial aid packages, navigate the e-Bill system, FERPA, and more.
- Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
- View Recording (Subtitles Available)
- July 11 - Academic Advising & Class Registration
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What is academic advising? How do I register for classes? How many credits should I take? How do I create a balanced class schedule? These questions - plus many more - are on every student's mind as they prepare for class registration for the first time. Academic Advisors from the respective schools, as well as New Student Orientation, will provide an overview of the registration process and the advising opportunities available to your students. We will also share suggestions for how families can support their students as they begin their academic journey at GW.
- Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
- View Recording (Subtitles Available)
- July 25 - Transition of Care Pt 2: Student Support at GW
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Here at GW, your student's success is our top priority. The university offers a robust support network that is dedicated to helping your student achieve their academic and personal goals and helping them navigate challenging circumstance that may arise. Join Student Support, Academic Commons, and the Office of Student Success as they discuss academic and student support resources and ways families can support their student build skills around self-awareness, self-advocacy, and resilience.
- Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
- View Recording (Subtitles Available)
- August 1 - Community & Belonging
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A student's sense of belonging and connectedness to their community is a critical aspect of their college experience. GWU has a variety of opportunities for students to engage with others and share meaningful experience. Join members of the GW community as they share about the student experience and making a plan to get the most out of our community.
- This Tuesday Talk was cancelled.
- August 8 - Preview to Move In & New Student Orientation
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Join members of GW's Campus Living and Residential Education discuss the move-in process, when to expect more details via email, and tips for a successful move - near or far. The New Student Orientation team will also give an overview about what your student can expect and ways to best support them.
- Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
- View Recording (Subtitles Available)
- August 15 - GW Family Strong: GW Staff Parent Panel
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It's official; in less than a week from now, your student will be arriving to campus! We know that families and supporters are important partners in a student's successful transition to GW. Join us in a panel discussion with other GW families as we learn more about their experiences in supporting their student and being involved with the GW Community.
- Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
The time has finally come! In our final Tuesday Talk of the series, learn about Orientation Week, Weeks of Welcome, and academic & social milestones your student will have in their first few weeks at GW.
- Date: August 16, 2022 - 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
- View the Recording