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This page serves as a check list for our new students. You may download a hard copy check list for new degree-seeking students if you wish, or print this page as a PDF from the "Tools" menu in the upper right corner of this window.

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titleShimberg Library Access

The Schimberg Health Sciences Library provides an excellent set of tools for research and training opportunities for students.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Sunday: Noon - 11:00 PM
Phone: (813) 974-2243

Quiet study space is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to all students of  USF Health. The space is located at the south end of the first floor in the West Wing of  the library. This space requires your USF ID card to open doors. If your card does not work, contact Mary Johnson (974-7390, mjohnso3@health.usf.edu) and request access permission for "MDC 1225 SHIMBERG LIBRARY 24 HOUR QUIET SPACE"

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titleSubmit Your Program of Study Check Sheet
Your Program of Study needs to be completed and approved before you can register for classes. You will work with your advisor to plan your Program of Study.  Once planned, you can log into the iBulls system and submit your Program of Study. You can also find a hard copy of your Program of Study check sheet by going to the MPH Concentration Check Sheets section of the MPH Guidebook. Click on your program, download your check sheet, and print it out for the meeting with your academic advisor. If you need information on course descriptions or the class schedule for this semester, please check this page for additional help: http://health.usf.edu/publichealth/academicaffairs/gs/courses.htm.
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titleSubmit Program of Study Check Sheet
Submit your Program of Study check sheet to the Academic and Student Affairs Office in the MDA building at 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd. The registration hold will then be removed allowing you to register.
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titleMeet with Academic Advisor

Your academic advisor will help guide you through your career with the College of Public Health. It is mandatory that you meet with your advisor prior to registering for your first semester. Make sure to bring your Program of Study check sheet that lists the required courses needed to obtain your degree. You must get this form signed by your advisor.

Although it is ultimately the responsibility of the student to be acquainted with all policies and regulations, and be responsible for completing requirements, the Advisor's role is to guide students in all aspects of their academic program and to monitor and evaluate students’ progress toward their degrees. He/she should be aware of any difficulties that students may be facing in their coursework or research experiences and should work with students in resolving these issues. It is recommended that the advisor and student understand each others expectations and that effective means of communication are established. The advisor and student are encouraged to meet at appropriate intervals to critically evaluate the student's progress.

Responsibilities

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titleStudent Responsibilities

Meet with the advisor at least once a semester

Seek assistance from the advisor when a problem arises

Make and keep advising appointments

Prepare for the advising appointment by reviewing your program check sheet, printing out unofficial transcript, preparing pertinent questions regarding academics, career, and professional aspects of public health

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titleAdvisor Responsibilities

Serve as the primary contact for the advisee when problems arise

Guide the student through the academic curriculum

Provide information regarding the College’s policies and procedures The faculty advisor will also participate in

Referring students to COPH Graduate Office or other campus resources, as needed

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titleChange of Advisor

To change advisors see the FAQ page and the How do I Change My Advisor section in this guidebook.

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