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
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Time and Location |
Event |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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.
Summer Wednesdays in the Den
Join OSEW for Summer Wednesdays in the Den! We’ll have snow cones, DIYs, Lawn Games and more. Stop by the Panther’s Den between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on the Wednesdays below to join in the fun!
- Wednesday, June 5, 2024
- Wednesday, June 12, 2024
- Wednesday, June 19, 2024
- Wednesday, July 10, 2024
- Wednesday, July 17, 2024
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!