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Welcome \u2013 or welcome back \u2013 to another year at Graduate Medical Sciences!<\/p>\nWelcome \u2013 or welcome back \u2013 to another year at Graduate Medical Sciences!<\/p>\n
Our campus is quickly filling up with students once again as we prepare for classes to start in just over one week.<\/p>\n
This year, GMS is welcoming a brand-new class of 425 new students \u2013 master\u2019s, PhDs, and MD\/PhDs \u2013 to campus.<\/p>\n
Our newest class comes from 24 different countries and 40 different states. They\u2019re entering GMS with undergraduate degrees from 212 different colleges and universities around the world.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s incoming masters\u2019 students represent 15 different programs across GMS, with an additional six programs represented by incoming PhD students. We can\u2019t wait to watch this class succeed as members of our community during their time here.<\/p>\n
Whether you’re new to GMS or a returning student, we encourage you to take full advantage of all of the social events, enrichment and professional development opportunities, as well as resources campus has to offer. Take a look at what events GMS and the Community Catalyst Center (C3) have planned to welcome you to campus and kick off the new academic year!<\/p>\n
All GMS Orientation (9AM to 10:45AM)<\/strong><\/p>\n A<\/span>ll GMS programs have Orientation on September 2 with classes starting September 6. Learn more here<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n Program-specific orientations will be held according to the agenda found here<\/a>. These orientations may be either in-person or virtual. Please check with your program for details.<\/span><\/p>\n BU-wide Resource Fair (11AM to 1PM; Hiebert Lounge and 11th Floor Testing Center)<\/strong><\/p>\n Learn more about all of the resources, student clubs and activities available across GMS, the Medical Campus and the Charles River Campus! More information here<\/a>.<\/p>\n GMS & SPH Welcome BBQ (3PM to 5PM: Talbot Green)<\/strong><\/p>\n Kick off the academic year and enjoy some BBQ on the lawn with classmates and friends from GMS and SPH!<\/p>\n More information here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Kick off the academic year with a week of fuel, food and fun, sponsored by the GMS and the C3 Community Catalyst Center!<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/em>C3 Suite, L306 | 11AM to 2PM L-311 | 4PM to 5:30 PM | Dinner provided Registration is required for this event. Please click here<\/a> to register by September 12.<\/p>\n Hiebert Lounge (14th Floor) | 5PM to 6:30PM | Refreshments provided Registration is required for this event. Please click here<\/a> to register by September 8.<\/p>\n GMS Suite (L-317)| 11AM to 2PM
\nFriday, September 9: Welcome BBQ<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nMonday, 9\/12: GMS Sip N’ Study Raffle<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n<\/em><\/strong>Enter this raffle for a chance to win a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card or a $10 Peet’s gift card!<\/p>\nTuesday, 9\/13: Studying for Success with GMS
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\n<\/em><\/strong>Join Dr. Davies for a workshop to learn more about enhancing your study & time management skills! You’ll discuss topics like: how to study according to your learning style, how to successfully manage your time, how to beat test-taking nerves and more.<\/p>\nWednesday, 9\/14: BUMC First-Gen Student Orientation<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n<\/em><\/strong>Join the Newbury Center to learn about resources, upcoming events and mentoring opportunities for first-generation graduate and professional students on the Boston University Medical Campus, plus meet your fellow first-gen peers!<\/p>\nThursday, 9\/15: Swag and a Snack<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n<\/em><\/strong>Stop by the GMS C3 suite in L306 to pick up some C3-themed swag and enjoy a quick snack!
\n<\/strong><\/p>\nFriday, 9\/16: Fall Kickoff Pizza Party<\/strong><\/h4>\n