Welcome to August! As the fall semester draws near, now is the time to start preparing! Whether that means going to advising for a graduation check, registering for courses, or attending a math bootcamp, being prepared will set you up for success for this new academic year.
August Highlights
Human Biology News
- Human Biology Program Info Session
- Whether you are considering the HumBio major, just declared, or have been a HumBio student for a while, you are invited to attend our virtual info session on August 14 at 2PM! We will be reviewing the HumBio major requirements, discussing how the HumBio major works for pre-health and pre-nursing students, and exploring careers in the Human Biology field.
- Please RSVP here to receive the Zoom link.
- Apply for Graduation
- Are you planning on graduating in Fall 2023? You can apply for graduation anytime until October 15. All fall HumBio graduates should have received an invitation to have a graduation check meeting with one of our advisors, Ms. Michelle Coleman. If you did not receive an invitation, please email her at mc7576@hunter.cuny.edu.
- Summer Advising is Available!
- Do you still need assistance planning your Summer 2023 and Fall 2023 courses? We are holding advising hours almost every weekday! You are welcome to schedule a virtual meeting via Hunter Navigate or stop by Ms. Michelle Coleman’s office (Hunter North 713) for walk-in advising.
- Walk-in advising is held in HN 713 every Tuesday from 9AM-12PM and 1PM-3PM, and every Wednesday from 9AM-12PM!
- Internships, Research, and PostBac Opportunities Resource
- We have created an online resource for all Human Biology majors to use when trying to find research, internship, and postbac opportunities! This list will be regularly updated with new opportunities related to Human Biology or recently completed by Human Biology majors. Check it out here!
- Follow us on Instagram!
- The Human Biology Program is now on Instagram! Follow us at @hunterhumbio for info on events, advising, reminders, and opportunities across campus!
Upcoming Events
PreHealth
- 8/14: Fall 2023 Pre-Health Transfer Student Orientation
- 8/15: How To Get An A In General Biology I & II
- 8/16: Fall 2023 Pre-Health Freshman Student Orientation
- 8/17: How To Get An A In Anatomy and Physiology I & II
- 8/18: How To Get An A In General Chemistry I & II (CHEM 102 & 104)
- 8/18: How To Get An A In Organic Chemistry I & II (CHEM 222 & 224)
- 8/21: How To Get An A In Molecular Biology and Genetics- (BIO 203)
- 8/21: How to succeed as a Pre-Health student at Hunter College Panel Discussion
- 8/22: How To Get An A In Physics (PHYS 110 & 120)
- 8/22: FlexMed Early Assurance Program Application Preparation Workshop for Sophomores
- 8/23: 2024-2025 Committee Letter Application Seminar
- 8/23: Mayo Alix COM Undergraduate Plummer Scholars Program (UPS) for Sophomores Info Session
- 8/23: MSKCC HOPP Research Technician Pipeline Program (ResTep) Information Session
- 8/29: PPAP 1000- Building your Pre-Health Credentials Portfolio
- Events are added throughout the month and will be announced via the Pre-Health listserv. The PreHealth Advising office’s listserv also advertises upcoming internships and job opportunities! This is a great resource for HumBio majors interested in gaining hands-on experience. Sign up here!
Career Center
- Looking for an internship or job? Sign up for a Handshake account! See here for more information.
- Events are added throughout the month. Check the Career Center website here for upcoming events!
Important Dates
- Please see the Academic Calendar here for important dates for each summer session.
- 8/24: Last day to drop a course for 100% tuition refund; Last day to apply for ePermit for Fall 2023
- 8/25: Fall semester begins; First day of classes
- 8/31: Last day to add a course; Last day to drop for 75% tuition refund
Need Support?
Major Advising
- In person and virtual advising are available in Summer 2023; appointments with Dr. Milena Shattuck or Ms. Michelle Coleman can be booked through Hunter Navigate.
- Walk-in advising with Ms. Michelle Coleman is held in HN 713 every Tuesday from 9AM-12PM and 1PM-3:30PM, and every Wednesday from 9AM-12PM. No appointment needed!
General Advising
- Please use Hunter Navigate to make an appointment with your general advisor.
- Virtual and in-person appointments are available in Summer 2023; walk-in advising with peer mentors is available.
- Unable to make an appointment with your advisor? Send them an email! Please allow at least five business days for a response.
- All general inquiries can be sent to advising@hunter.cuny.edu.
Tutoring (Virtual and In Person sessions available!)
- Dolciani Math Center
- Summer Bootcamps are back! Please see below and @hunterdolciani on Instagram for more information.
- MATH 150: 7/31, 8/1, 8/2, 8/3, 8/7 (9:00AM-11:30AM)
- STAT 113: 8/1, 8/2, 8/3 (2:00PM-5:00PM)
- 8/14-8/23: One-hour reviews on specific topics
- Summer Bootcamps are back! Please see below and @hunterdolciani on Instagram for more information.
- Skirball Science Learning Center (sessions scheduled through Hunter Navigate)
- Rockowitz Writing Center
- Chanin Language Center
- Physical Sciences Learning Center
Mental Health Support at the Counseling and Wellness Center
- Contact via email at personalcounseling@hunter.cuny.edu.
