New Student Orientation at the University of Michigan School of Public Health provides incoming students at all levels pertinent and timely information so you feel prepared to navigate your Michigan Public Health journey. All eyes are on public health at this time, and your pursuit of a healthier, more equitable world for all begins now. Orientation consists of a mix of events, activities, and digital programming, including access to helpful websites and online resources. The events and activities occur during the week of August 19, 2024.
Below is a list of Orientation programming and resources that we encourage all incoming students to engage in.
New Student Welcome Session
During this in-person session, you will have the opportunity to hear from key School of Public Health community members who will support you throughout your journey, including Dean DuBois Bowman, Public Health Student Assembly representatives, our student affairs team, and more. Our goal is to build excitement for your journey at Michigan Public Health by exploring the culture, co-curricular activities and people of our school. Lunch will be provided immediately following the session at Mosher Jordan Dining Hall.
Couldn't make it to the Welcome Session? Watch the event below.
Questions?
Please connect with your Department Program Coordinator.
Important Dates Summary
- View the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar for more important dates.
Welcome from the President of the Public Health Student Assembly
It is my pleasure to extend a warm welcome from the University of Michigan School
of Public Health on behalf of the Public Health Student Assembly (PHSA) and the entire
student body. We sincerely congratulate you on your admission and applaud your admirable
commitment to advancing public health.
Diverse perspectives and voices are crucial for developing effective health practices, community initiatives, and national policies. Each of you provides a unique background, set of skills, and perspectives that enrich our community and, in a few years, will contribute significantly to the field of public health. Your journey to the School of Public Health doors is valued, whether returning to the classroom after working for several years, continuing your ongoing education, or pivoting career paths.
As you embark on your journey at the School of Public Health, I'd like to present you with two challenges.
- First, harness the knowledge you have gained so far—from the classroom, dining room table, community centers, or political arenas—and bring this unique perspective to actively engage in your coursework. Your participation in classroom discussions adds valuable insights and analysis of public health topics, shedding light on the complexities of existing and hypothetical programs, policies, and practices.
- Secondly, engage in conversations with those in your program, outside your department, and across the university. Collaborative, multidisciplinary teamwork leads to comprehensive, new ideas leveraging members' unique strengths and perspectives. This is a critical skill in public health.
Your voice is crucial in addressing some of the most challenging questions in our field, seeking equitable public health solutions for all generations to come. We believe in your potential to create positive change across Michigan, the nation, and the globe. As a learning community at the School of Public Health, we seek to support you throughout your educational journey.
As you prepare to join us in August, remember that we are here for you. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns or even just to chat about life at the School of Public Health. We're looking forward to meeting you soon.
Again, congratulations and welcome to the University of Michigan School of Public Health.
Allison Baumgartner
Personal email: [email protected]
PHSA email: [email protected]
