Panther Tracks New Employee Orientation FAQs
Where is New Employee Orientation held?*
Main campus - Univeristy Center 460-465
** Please note that many schools and departments at Georgia State University hold local orientation sessions for new employees. Although these sessions may include some University-wide information, they do not provide an extensive benefits presentation or an overview of the University. Attendance at the University’s New Employee Orientation is strongly encouraged.
How often is New Employee Orientation held?
New Employee Orientation is held once a month on the Fourth Wednesday. The New Employee Orientation page has a list of dates. Sessions run from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Registration is required to attend New Employee Orientation. Please refer to the registration process described below.
What topics are covered at Orientation?
The University’s New Employee Orientation introduces the structure and culture of Georgia State University, the challenges and opportunities of being a new employee and a chance to meet other new employees. You will learn about University mandates, policies and procedures, and Panther Perqs that Georgia State University offers. As a new employee you will have plenty of opportunities to ask questions..
How do you register?
Registration is required to attend Panther Tracks New Employee Orientation. Some may register with Human Resources in person at 1 Park Place on the third floor or by e-mailing Oyin Jones Mitchell at oyinjmitchell@gsu.edu with the following information:
- The new employee’s name
- A telephone number and email address for the new employee; and
- The month of hire, immediate supervisor’s name and extension
The employee will receive confirmation (using the email address provided in the registration request) to confirm the date of the orientation session for which he or she has been registered.
What should I bring to the session?
You are not required to bring anything to the session.