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To help you in your transition to life as a Friedman School student, an orientation program will be held on Tuesday, August 28, and Wednesday, August 29. Attendance is mandatory for all incoming students.

Orientation will be a mix of "housekeeping issues," social events, and academic advising. At the end of Orientation, we hope you will have a better feel for our school, our staff, and the campus at large.

Events Requiring Pre-Registration

Two social events during Orientation require pre-registration. The first event, the Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise, will be held on Thursday, August 30. The registration deadline is Monday, August 20, and the cost is $10.00. The second event, the Boston Duck Tour, will be held on Saturday, September 15. The registration deadline is Monday, August 20, and the cost is $10.00. A money order or a check made payable to Trustees of Tufts College should be mailed as soon as possible for these events. Please note that you may bring guests to the social events. See registration forms for guest ticket prices.

Please mail the forms and payments to:

Lori Ioannone, Office of Student Affairs
Tufts University, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy
150 Harrison Avenue, Room 121
Boston, MA 02111

Again, welcome to the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. We are here to help! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Lori. We look forward to meeting you!

Directions to Boston and Medford Campuses

Student Orientation Schedule Fall 2012

Date Time / Location Activities
Tuesday, August 28   

 BOSTON CAMPUS

 8:00 - 8:15 am    

Boston Campus
1st floor,
Jaharis Building
150 Harrison AvenueBoston

 DAY 1 – CHECK-IN, STUDENT DIRECTORY PHOTO  
  • Arrive promptly at 8:00 a.m.
  • Sign-in, receive folder and itinerary
  • Photo for Friedman student directory
  8:15 - 9:15 am  
1st floor
Jaharis Building
Behrakis Auditorium		 SMALL GROUP INTRODUCTIONS, BREAKFAST
  9:15 - 10:00 am  
1st floor
Jaharis Building
Behrakis Auditorium		 INFORMATION SESSION  
  • Welcome from the Friedman School’s Deans, Department Chairs and Staff
  • Overview of University Life
  • Introduction of Student Council and Student Organizations
  • Alumni Association Introduction - Abby Usen, Pres. of Alumni Association
  • Review schedule and folder of information
  10:00 - 11:00 am  
Boston Campus		 SCAVENGER HUNT / WALKING TOUR, BOSTON CAMPUS
  11:00 am - 12:45 pm  
1st floor
Jaharis Building
Behrakis Auditorium		 PUZZLER PRESENTATION / STUDENT-FACULTY INTRODUCTIONS   
  • Small groups present solutions to puzzlers
  • New students and faculty introduce themselves
  12:45 - 1:45 pm LUNCH
  1:45 - 2:30 pm   

1st floor
Jaharis Building
Behrakis Auditorium

 GETTING CONNECTED TO TECHNOLOGY AT THE FRIEDMAN SCHOOL   
  • Computer support options
  • WiFi access at Jaharis
  • Accessing courses and community using our learning management systems
  • Web site tools for students

INTRODUCTION TO USING THE HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY
Debbie Berlanstein, Health Sciences Library

PRE-REGISTRATION AND OTHER FORMS USING THE WEB
Matthew Hast, Office of Student Affairs
  2:30 - 2:45 pm  
Jaharis Building		 TUFTS UNIVERSITY POLICE PRESENTATION
HEALTH SERVICES PRESENTATION
Cynthia Linton, Student Health Administrator
  2:45 - 4:15 pm STUDENT PHOTO ID / SOCIAL / HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY TOUR
  4:15 - 5:15 pm   
Jaharis Building		 CURRICULUM ADVISING AND REGISTRATION MEETINGS  
After meeting with your academic advisor you are now prepared to register for your fall courses.
  5:30 - 7:00 pm 
Off Campus		 SOCIAL HOUR SPONSORED BY THE OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS AND THE FRIEDMAN STUDENT COUNCIL  

Location TBD
Wednesday, August 29   

MEDFORD CAMPUS

 8:30 - 9:00 am  
Winthrop Street Hall
51 Winthrop Street
Tufts Medford Campus		 DAY 2 CHECK-IN, INTRODUCTIONS, BREAKFAST     
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
  • If you need special accommodations please notify the Office of Student Affairs
  9:00 - 10:00 am    

  

 INFORMATION SESSION   
  • Presentation on Academic Programs and Centers
  • Presentation on the Water, Systems, Science and Society Program (WSSS)
  • Presentation on New Entry Sustainable Farming Project
  • Feinstein International Center
  10:00 - 10:15 am PRESENTATION ON ACADEMIC CONDUCT
  10:15 - 10:20 am WELCOME FROM TUFTS UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT ANTHONY MONACO
  10:20 - 10:30 am INTRODUCTION OF SHEILA HOFFSTEDT, FINANCIAL AID
  10:30 - 11:00 am BREAK
  11:00 - 11:30 am ENHANCING YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE USING TECHNOLOGY  
Heather McMorrow, Associate Director of Academic Initiatives  
  • Collaboration
  • Dissemination
  • Research and Learning
  11:30 am - 1:00 pm WALKING TOUR OF MEDFORD CAMPUS  
(end at Johnny D's in Somerville)
  1:00 - 2:30 pm  
Johnny D's in Davis Square, Somerville		 LUNCHEON  
Johnny D's in Somerville - http://www.johnnydsuptown.com/
  3:30 - 4:30 pm  
Boston Campus		 WORKSHOP FOR TUFTS HEALTH PLAN INSURANCE
 (all students using student health insurance are encouraged to attend)
Cynthia Linton, Student Health Administer  & Lucia Fenny, Student Health Assistant

NOTE: A second workshop will be scheduled if you cannot attend this one
Thursday, August 30 8:00 am - 5:00 pm INDIVIDUAL ADVISING SESSIONS AS NEEDED 
Contact your academic advisor to schedule appointments in advance
  9:30 am - 2:00 pm   

Interfaith Center
58 Winthrop Street
Tufts Medford Campus

 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION  

Mandatory for all Non U.S. Citizens
  11:00 - 11:30 am 
Jaharis Center
Rm 254
Boston Campus		 HOW TO TAKE REGISTERED DIETITIAN COURSES AT SIMMONS COLLEGE WHILE YOU ARE A FRIEDMAN MASTER'S DEGREE STUDENT  

Lynne Ausman, Director of Biochemical, Molecular and Nutrition Program
  12:00 pm
Lunch 2:30 - 4:00 pm
Program Session with Aviva Must 

TBA

 MPH ORIENTATION  
For students who have been accepted to the MS/MPH combined degree program by both the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy and the School of Medicine Office of Public Health & Professional Degree Programs
  Arrive by 6:30 pm 

One Long Wharf, Boston

 BOSTON HARBOR SUNSET CRUISE - rain or shine!   
(See reservation form in orientation folder or on website)
Friday,August 31 

 

 8:00 am - 5:00 pm INDIVIDUAL ADVISING SESSIONS AS NEEDED
Tuesday, September 4   

 

   FRIEDMAN SCHOOL OF NUTRITION SCIENCE AND POLICY CLASSES BEGIN 
  • NOTE: Start dates for other schools/departments within Tufts may vary
  • Refer to individual school's academic calendar
TBD  

 

 Jaharis Building TBD FINANCIAL AID OFFICE HOURS ON THE BOSTON CAMPUS FOR FRIEDMAN STUDENTS 
Sheila Hoffstedt, Assoc Dir Financial Aid
Thursday, September 6 4:30 - 7:30 pm   

Jaharis Building Courtyard
150 Harrison Ave
Boston

 FALL BBQ & PICNIC for new and returning students, faculty, family and friends of the Friedman School
Saturday, September 15 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
Prudential Center
Boston		 BOSTON DUCK TOUR – rain or shine! 
 (See reservation form in orientation folder or on website)
Tuesday, September 18   Last day to ADD courses
Monday, September 24 3:30 - 4:30 pm 
Jaharis Building
Rm 254		 MS/MPH INFORMATION SESSION 
For students interested in the dual-degree program meet with Aviva Must
Tuesday, October 9   Last day to DROP courses without record of enrollment