Monday, August 24 2026, 1 - 2:30pm 201 Conference Room, LeConte Hall Milestone Meetings. These are mandatory, once-a-year meetings for each graduate cohort with the Director of Graduate Studies, Dr. Palmer. The goal is to make sure everyone is on track, informed, and equipped for what’s ahead in your specific year of the program. What to ExpectEach meeting will include: An overview of your program year’s major milestones (exams, reviews, proposals, etc.) NEW graduate student procedures for the Program of Study in Degree Works Key forms, deadlines, and administrative requirements Time for questions, clarifications, and general guidance In other words: everything you need to know to stay on course—delivered in one efficient, cohort-specific session. Attendance Details These meetings are required for all students. If you can't attend in person, a Zoom option will be available. Zoom link: TBA If you have a conflict with your cohort's assigned time, you must contact Dr,. Palmer hiscoord@uga.edu in advance to make alternate arrangements. Also: Lunch is provided. Come hungry for both information and snacks. Milestone Meetings Schedule: First Years: August 14, 9:00 AM. Grad Student Department Orientation. No further meetings necessary! Second Years (both MA and PhD): August 24, 1:00 PM Third Years/Fourth Years who are Pre-Comps: August 26, 1:00 PM Doctoral Candidates/Post-Comps: August 31, 1:00 PM