We're excited for you to join the ACPHS close-knit community!
The Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’ transition program welcomes new to ACPHS P1 and graduate students into the ACPHS community. Through our academic and social orientation programming, students can explore and engage with the ACPHS community while preparing to continue their journey as future leaders in improving the health of our society.
What to Expect from the Fall 2024 Transition to ACPHS Program
This one day transition program provides new to ACPHS P1 and graduate students with opportunities to meet peers, prepare for academic success and connect with key resources that will aid in their success at ACPHS. A finalized Fall 2024 Transition to ACPHS program schedule can be found below.
In addition to the one day transition program, new to ACPHS P1 and graduate students are welcome to participate in many of the events that take place on the Saturday and Sunday following the transition to ACPHS program.
Have questions? We’re happy to answer them! Please email Orientation@acphs.edu.
Fall 2024 Transition to ACPHS Program
Friday, August 23, 2024
|
Time and Location |
Event |
|
9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Student Center Atrium |
Check In and Campus Resource Fair Stop by check in for all your materials and signature ACPHS Orientation swag! After checking in, connect with important campus resources and pick up your campus ID. All students are required to check in. |
|
10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Student Center 202 |
Welcome from the Transition Team Get to know our Transition Team and start to connect with your peers. |
|
10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Student Center 202 |
Intro to the Center for Student Success Join the Center for Student Success (CSS) as they provide information on the many resources and services available to help you succeed at ACPHS. |
|
11:00 a.m. - Noon Student Center 202 |
Title IX at ACPHS Learn about this federal law that supports and protects you and your learning environment at ACPHS. |
Following the completion of the Transition to ACPHS orientation program, students will attend their program specific orientation. Details about these orientations will be shared via your ACPHS email.
New Student Move In | Thursday, August 22, 2024
New Student move in is for all incoming first year, undergraduate transfer students and new to ACPHS P1 and graduate students. Please check back in June for more information about Fall 2024 New Student Move In.
Fall 2024 Transition to ACPHS Program | Friday, August 23, 2024
Our Fall 2024 Transition to ACPHS Program is required for all new to ACPHS P1 and graduate students. All new to ACPHS P1 and graduate students are required to attend the Fall 2024 Transition to ACPHS Program.
First Day of Classes | Monday, August 26, 2024
Welcome Week 2024 | Monday, August 26, 2024 – Sunday, September 1, 2024
From signature campus events like the Fall Student Engagement Fair to fun pop ups including food trucks and DIYs, Welcome Week 2024 is sure to kick off your semester in the best way!
In addition to the session listed above, new to ACPHS P1 and Graduate students are welcome to attend the following events:
Friday, August 23, 2024
|
Time and Location |
Event |
|
7:00 p.m. Gozzo Student Center
|
Casino Night Join us for this fun event where you'll have the opportunity to win college essentials and other fun prizes! This year's theme is Under the Sea! |
Saturday, August 24, 2024
|
Time and Location |
Event |
|
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Various Locations |
Choose Your Own Adventure We’ll have a number of events to choose from during this time! From DIYs to campus-wide games, you’re welcome to select how you’d like to spend this time. |
Sunday, August 25, 2024
|
Time and Location |
Event |
|---|---|
|
9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Dining Hall |
The Dining Hall will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. To order, use the Boost mobile app. |
|
10:00 a.m. – Noon Meet Outside of the Student Center |
Bus Trips to Target and Walmart Need any last-minute essentials? We’ll have a bus shuttling between the college, Target and Walmart during the following times:
The final shuttles will leave Target and Walmart to return to campus at 12:30 p.m. The shuttle will pick up and drop off from the Student Center Parking Lot (Parking Lot B). |
|
11:00 a.m. - Noon SC Patio |
Get to Know Your New Friends S’more! Enjoy some s’mores at our campus firepit while getting to know your peers. |
|
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Panther's Den |
Meet and Greet with SGA Get to know our Student Government Association Executive Board and learn about the leadership roles available to you as a new ACPHS student. |