New Student Convocation
Date and Location
Sunday, August 17, 2025
4-5 p.m.
McCamish Pavilion
Rat Cap Pick Up
Rat cap pick up is available for first-year students who missed convocation through Sept. 15 at the following locations:
- Center for Student Engagement, John Lewis Student Center, Suite 3110
- Institute Communications, Lyman Hall, Suite 228
Pick up is available during normal business hours (9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday)
Event Information
Who can attend this event?
All incoming new students are invited to attend. This includes first-year students and transfer students.
What should I wear to the event?
Causal dress code encouraged. No umbrellas are allowed in the venue.
What parking is available for off-campus guests?
Parking is available in Tech Square and along Fowler Street. View the visitor parking website for more details.
What should I expect?
Students will hear words of welcome from campus leadership, receive their Rat Cap, and enjoy a lively pre-show featuring student organizations.
Volunteer Opportunity
We are looking for volunteers to help welcome incoming students to campus.
Be this year's Second Year Speaker!
Rising second year students at Georgia Tech are welcome to apply to be this year's student speaker at New Student Convocation on Sunday, August 17. One student will be selected by a panel of faculty, administrators, and students to share an inspirational message for this year's incoming class. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, July 23, at noon.
