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EmailTo help you in your transition to life as a Friedman School student, an orientation program will be held on Tuesday, August 30, and Wednesday, August 31. 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, September 1. The registration deadline is Monday, August 22, and the cost is $10.00. The second event, the Boston Duck Tour, will be held on Saturday, September 17. The registration deadline is Monday, August 22, 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 AffairsTufts University, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy
150 Harrison Avenue, Room 123
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 2011
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Tuesday, BOSTON CAMPUS |
8:00 - 8:15 am 1st floor, Jaharis Building 150 Harrison Avenue |
DAY 1 – CHECK-IN, STUDENT DIRECTORY PHOTO - Arrive promptly at 8:00 a.m. |
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8:15 - 9:15 am 1st floor Jaharis Building |
SMALL GROUP INTRODUCTIONS, BREAKFAST
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9:15 - 10:00 am 1st floor Jaharis Building |
INFORMATION SESSION - Welcome from the Friedman School’s Deans, Department Chairs and Staff |
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10:00 - 11:00 am Boston Campus |
SCAVENGER HUNT / WALKING TOUR, BOSTON CAMPUS |
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11:00 am - 12:45 pm |
PUZZLER PRESENTATION / STUDENT-FACULTY INTRODUCTIONS - Small groups present solutions to puzzlers |
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12:45 - 1:45 pm |
LUNCH |
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1:45 - 2:30 pm |
GETTING CONNECTED TO TECHNOLOGY AT THE FRIEDMAN SCHOOL Patrick Connell, Manager of Educational Technology Morgan Hewitt, Web Site Developer PRE-REGISTRATION AND OTHER FORMS USING THE WEB INTRODUCTION TO USING THE HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY |
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2:30 - 2:45 pm |
TUFTS UNIVERSITY POLICE PRESENTATION HEALTH SERVICES PRESENTATION - Cynthia Linton, Student Health Administrator |
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2:45 - 4:15 pm |
STUDENT PHOTO ID / SOCIAL / HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY TOUR |
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4:15 - 5:15 pm |
CURRICULUM ADVISING AND REGISTRATION MEETINGS - After meeting with your academic advisor you are now prepared to register for your fall courses. |
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5:30 - 7:00 pm |
HAPPY HOUR SPONSORED BY THE FRIEDMAN STUDENT COUNCIL |
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Wednesday, August 31 MEDFORD |
8:30 - 9:00 am |
DAY 2 CHECK-IN, INTRODUCTIONS, BREAKFAST - Please wear comfortable walking shoes |
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9:00 - 10:00 am
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INFORMATION SESSION |
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10:00 - 10:15 am |
PRESENTATION ON ACADEMIC CONDUCT - Patrick Webb, Dean for Academic Affairs |
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10:15 - 10:20 am |
WELCOME FROM TUFTS UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT ANTHONY MONACO |
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10:20 - 10:30 am |
INTRODUCTION OF SHEILA HOFFSTEDT, FINANCIAL AID |
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10:30 - 11:00 am |
BREAK |
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11:00 - 11:30 am |
ENHANCING YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE USING TECHNOLOGY Heather McMorrow, Associate Director of Academic Initiatives |
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11:30 am - 1:00 pm |
WALKING TOUR OF MEDFORD CAMPUS (end at Johnny D's in Somerville) |
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1:00 - 2:30 pm |
LUNCHEON - Johnny D's in Somerville - http://www.johnnydsuptown.com/ |
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Thursday, |
8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
INDIVIDUAL ADVISING SESSIONS AS NEEDED - Contact your academic advisor to schedule appointments in advance |
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9:30 am - 2:00 pm |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION - Mandatory for all Non U.S. Citizens |
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11:00 - 11:30 am |
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 |
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12:00 pm |
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 |
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4:00 - 5:00 pm |
WORKSHOP FOR TUFTS HEALTH PLAN INSURANCE (all students using student health insurance are encouraged to attend) Debbie Quinn, Director Student Health Advisory |
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Arrive by 6:30 pm |
BOSTON HARBOR SUNSET CRUISE - rain or shine! |
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Friday, |
8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
INDIVIDUAL ADVISING SESSIONS AS NEEDED |
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Tuesday, September 6 |
FRIEDMAN SCHOOL OF NUTRITION SCIENCE AND POLICY CLASSES BEGIN - NOTE: Start dates for other schools/departments within Tufts may vary |
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TBD |
Jaharis Building |
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE HOURS ON THE BOSTON CAMPUS FOR FRIEDMAN STUDENTS Sheila Hoffstedt , Assoc Dir Financial Aid |
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Friday, |
4:30 - 7:30 pm |
FALL PICNIC for new and returning students, faculty, family and friends of the Friedman School |
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Saturday, |
10:30 am - 12:30 pm Prudential Center |
BOSTON DUCK TOUR – rain or shine! |
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Tuesday, September 20 |
Last day to ADD courses |
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Monday, September 26 |
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 |
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Tuesday, |
Last day to DROP courses without record of enrollment |
