Happy New Year! We hope that, whether you are taking a Winter course, traveling, or taking time off, this Winter brings you rest and excitement for the Spring 2023 semester. We have many events this month; please pay special attention to the highlighted events, which are especially relevant for Human Biology majors. We are still hosting advising as usual (including walk-in hours) so please feel free to reach out to us if you need support!
January Highlights
Human Biology News
- Spring 2023 Graduation Readiness Workshop
- Are you planning on graduating in Spring 2023, Summer 2023, or Fall 2023? Join us on Monday, January 9 at 1PM for a virtual workshop in which we will review important reminders about your major, graduation requirements, and next steps after graduation! There will be time for Q&A with a Human Biology advisor.
- RSVP here: https://ww3.hunter.cuny.edu/human-biology/view.php?id=88383
- Peer Mentor Interest Meeting
- Are you interested in learning more about Hunter College and the Human Biology Program? Would you like to meet other Human Biology majors and help foster community within the program? You may be interested in being a Human Biology Peer Mentor! Join us for a virtual interest meeting on Wednesday, January 18 at 1PM. There will be time for Q&A with current peer mentors.
- RSVP here: https://ww3.hunter.cuny.edu/human-biology/view.php?id=89374
- Human Biology Major Info Session
- New and current majors welcome! During this information session on Monday, January 23 at 1PM, we will be reviewing the Human Biology Program’s major requirements and career pathways, including Pre-Health options. There will be time for Q&A with a Human Biology advisor.
- RSVP here: https://ww3.hunter.cuny.edu/human-biology/view.php?id=85989
Upcoming Events
Human Biology
- 1/9: Sp23 Graduation Readiness Workshop (RSVP here)
- 1/18: Peer Mentor Interest Meeting (RSVP here)
- 1/23: Human Biology Major Info Session (RSVP here)
PreHealth
- 1/3: PPAP 1000- Stress Management for Pre-Health Students (This seminar is a required seminar for the Pre-Health file.)
- 1/3: SUNY Downstate EME Application Process Meeting
- 1/4: Ask Pre-Health
- 1/4: Pre-Health Freshman Class Meeting
- 1/4: University of Rochester School of Medicine Early Assurance Program Application Seminar
- 1/9: First Session for AP3 Winter MSK Program (You will receive a certificate of completion if you attend all sessions. This experience can be included in your health professions graduate school application.)
- 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 Development Services
- 1/10: National Institute of Health – Summer Internship in Biomedical Research Information Session (More info here!)
- Events are added throughout the month. Check the CDS website here for upcoming events!
Reminders
Winter Session Reminders
- 1/3: Start of Winter 2023 Session
- 1/6: Grade of W is assigned to students who officially withdraw from a course
- 1/16: College Closed
- 1/23: Last day to withdraw from a course with a grade of W
- 1/24: End of Winter 2023 Session
- 1/25: Final Grade Submission Deadline
Spring 2023 Reminders
- 1/15: Deadline to upload proof of COVID-19 vaccination documents to CUNYfirst
- 1/16-1/24: Students are dropped for COVID-19 Vaccination non-compliance with initial series of vaccination shots (e.g. two doses of Moderna or Pfizer, one dose of Johnson & Johnson, or equivalent)
- 1/24: Last day to drop for 100% tuition refund; Last day to file Permit request
- 1/25: Start of Spring Term; Classes Begin
- 1/31: 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 Winter 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 Winter 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
- 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.
