Welcome to Boston University School of Public Health
Orientation aims to facilitate new students’ transition into the school and to enrich each individual’s unique educational experience. You’ll learn about life inside and outside the classroom, from academics to research, employment, and volunteer opportunities. Orientation is also an excellent opportunity to meet your peers, the faculty and staff, and deans of the School.
Orientation is designed to introduce new students to Boston University School of Public Health, acquaint them with resources and involvement opportunities, and officially welcome them to the “Terrier Family”. Through educational and social opportunities, both online and in-person, the newest members of our community can begin their next big adventure on the right path.
We will post updates on the BUSPH Fall 2023 orientation on this page. Please check back later for details.
June 28, 2023 Virtual Orientation:
MS-PHR, MS-AB, and MPH Part-Time Students Only
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
8:30-1:00pm EST
This orientation is mandatory for all incoming MS-PHR and MS-AB students. If you are a part-time MPH student, you can attend this virtual orientation to fulfill your mandatory requirement, or you are welcome to join us on August 29th-September 1st for the in-person orientation.
Updates will be made regularly to the schedule below. We encourage you to continue checking this webpage for any new information.
Location: Online via Zoom.
Register for Orientation Here
Submit Questions for the Current Student Panel Here
June 28 Virtual Orientation Schedule of Events
| Time |
Description |
| 8:30-9:45am
Please note all sessions are in EST
Online via Zoom
Register Here
|
Introduction Program
A welcome and introduction to the School from the Deans. |
| 9:45- 11:00am
Online via Zoom
|
Student Services and Resource Panel
We have a community of offices and people whose goal is to help you succeed. Learn about these offices and the resources available to support you during your time at Boston University School of Public Health. |
| 11:00-11:15am
|
Break |
| 11:15–12:00pm
Online via Zoom
|
Current Student Panel
Students will host a question-and-answer period to provide new students with their perspectives on the transition to graduate school, professional & career development, and life in or around BUSPH.
You can submit questions for the student panel here! |
| 12:00–1:00pm
Online via Zoom |
Program Specific Breakout Rooms
Students will have the opportunity to connect with their peers, Program Directors, and staff. |
*SPH Fall 2022 Orientation Recordings
**Any IDs printed at Charles River Campus will not work at the Med Campus. All IDs will be prepared by the Medical Campus ID Office**
Terrier Card ID Photo Upload Guidelines for Incoming Students
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Orientation FAQs
Is Orientation Mandatory? and why?
Yes! All of orientation is mandatory.
Why is orientation mandatory? We’re partnering with offices and organizations all over campus to help provide information to ease your transition into graduate school, introduce you to campus services and opportunities to get involved, and help you get connected with graduate student communities.
While Boston University views Orientation as the foundational experience for a successful start both academically and socially, we understand that there are some circumstances that could prevent a student from being able to participate. If for any reason you are unable to participate in an orientation session, you may access this page to review recordings after orientation.
BUSPH Spring 2023 Orientation is in person. We will be recording sessions, they will be made available and posted on this page when they are available.
Will Attendance be Taken?
We keep an accurate account of students for orientation events via registration. We also provide a variety ways to access orientation, so it’s hard to miss it. While Boston University views Orientation as the foundational experience for a successful start both academically and socially, we understand that there are some circumstances that could prevent a student from being able to participate. If for any reason you are unable to participate in an orientation session, you may access recordings after orientation on this page.
When can I pick up my BU ID?
**SPH Students that have uploaded a photo by August 25th will be able to pick up IDs beginning Tuesday, September 6th Monday – Friday 8:30am-5:00pm from the Talbot Reception desk located at 715 Albany Street Boston MA 02118.
Terrier Card ID Photo Upload Guidelines for Incoming Students
Incoming students also have the option to update their Terrier Card display name. For more information, please visit the website here.
How can I update my directory list?
Who do I contact for Aetna Health Plan Assistance?
Connect with us
Social Media: @thegradlife_busph
If you have questions contact Graduate Student Life at sphgsl@bu.edu.
