Orientation is mandatory for all students.

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orientation dates

DMD and Advanced Standing Programs: July 28, 2008
The academic program for all DMD students (four-year and Advanced Standing) starts with a week-long orientation July 28, 2008. All DMD and Advanced Standing students must attend every orientation activity. Family members are welcome to attend the Professional Ceremony during the afternoon of July 31, 2008.

Postdoctoral Programs Schoolwide Orientation: July 1, 2008
The mandatory schoolwide Postdoctoral Orientation begins July 1, 2008, for all postdoctoral students with the exception of Oral Biology D.Sc. students . Students must attend both the schoolwide and the departmental orientations.

Postdoctoral Programs Departmental Orientations: Varies by Department
Refer to your program-specific correspondence for departmental orientation information. In addition to departmental orientation events, the schoolwide orientation noted above is required. Students must attend both the schoolwide and the departmental orientations. Certain programs begin prior to the schoolwide orientation.

Postdoctoral September-start Programs Orientation (Oral Biology D.Sc.):  September 2, 2008