First Semester To-Do List

Not everything on the list applies to everyone, and individual programs may have different requirements.

• Connect with your faculty advisor and/or your departmental student services coordinator to discuss...
  • Curriculum planning
  • Research and/or internship opportunities
  • Career goals
• Check your schedule to ensure you are registered for all of the correct classes, including PUBHLT 2022 - Public Health Grand Rounds
• Check the list of Grand Rounds events and mark your calendar
• Complete the Academic Integrity Module by the deadline
• Complete the Computing Modules:
  • Pitt Computing Module 1: Navigating My Pitt
  • Pitt Computing Module 2: Exploring Technology Resources
  • Pitt Computing Module 3: Getting to Know the School Website
• Complete modules required for research and practice
• Make sure you have health insurance
• If you have a GSR or student job, talk to your department administrator about necessary paperwork. If you're looking for a job, look at PittSource or Pitt Bridges.
• Learn about the Office of Career Services and how they can help you before it’s time to look for a job
  • Make an appointment with Joan Anson or Kim Abraham early in the year
  • Log on to Pitt Bridges, an online job matching service that include campus employment opportunities.
  • Sign up for a workshop this fall
  • Connect with Career Services via social media
• Get involved with Pitt Public Health student organizations, or consider becoming a student representative on a Pitt Public Health governance committee
•  Make sure you are checking your Pitt email account regularly
• Update your personal information in the Student Center (PeopleSoft) with your Pittsburgh address, phone, etc.
• Read the Things to Know e-newsletter.
• Give us your feedback by attending Student Town Hall meetings, participating in student surveys, and sharing other comments in the online comment box.