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New Student Orientation
Congratulations on your acceptance into University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis!
New Student Orientation is your first introduction to UHSP as an official student. You are now a part of our campus community and orientation is an important piece of learning about that community and your role.
During orientation, you will have the opportunity to:
- Get acquainted with the University and your classmates
- Learn more about what to expect, policies and procedures, meal plans, parking, campus safety, campus technology, academic rigors, etc.
- Get to know our campus culture and learn more about the University's values and traditions
First-Year Orientation
Your health and safety is important to us. Because of ongoing social distancing efforts, we have made the decision to hold orientation online.
During online orientation, you’ll meet your classmates, connect in virtual communities, interact with faculty and staff and learn more about campus life.
Students will be able to access orientation materials beginning on Monday, June 1, and will need to complete the program by Saturday, Aug. 1.
To activate your New Student Portal account before orientation, log in using the personal email address that you used to apply to the University. Once you are logged in, set up your profile, share your goals and add a photo of yourself.
Access the New Student Portal.
If you have any questions about First-Year Orientation, please contact Sarah Klucker, director of community standards and education, at sarah.klucker@uhsp.edu.
Week of Welcome
First-year students will also participate in Week of Welcome which will be held Wednesday, Aug. 12, through Sunday, Aug. 16.
Check out the Week of Welcome schedule of events.
Transfer Orientation
All undergraduate and professional transfer students are required to attend Transfer Orientation on Monday, Aug. 10.
Register for Transfer Orientation.
If you have any questions about Transfer Orientation, please contact Kim Hill, director of academic enrichment, at kimberly.hill@uhsp.edu or 314.446.8195.
Professional Orientation
All students entering the Doctor of Pharmacy program are required to attend Professional Orientation.
Learn more about Professional Orientation requirements.
If you have any questions about Professional Orientation, please contact Kilinyaa Cothran, assistant vice president of career services and education, at kilinyaa.cothran@uhsp.edu or 314.446.8358.
Registering for Classes
In order to register for classes during New Student Orientation, you must complete all requirements for admission and enrollment and pay your enrollment deposit.
We look forward to meeting you and helping you take this important first step in your education.
In The News
When P2 student Nicole Gasparovic isn’t playing midfield for the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Eutectics, she is making moves off the field. As a three-year captain of the women’s soccer team and student leader, Gasparovic is demonstrating her talents at a local and national level.
University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis P3 student Lauren Busch is one of only 22 students nationwide selected to participate in this year’s Phi Lambda Sigma (PLS) Leadership Academy.
The University welcomed 131 student pharmacists into the Doctor of Pharmacy program during the annual St. Louis College of Pharmacy White Coat Ceremony.
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We're here to help you take the next step. We can't wait to welcome you to UHSP.
