Freshmen
We know college is an exciting and challenging time for new students and their families.
That's why we designed a special program to help you successfully navigate through the beginning of your UAF experience.
What will I do at orientation?
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Learn what is expected of you as a University of Alaska Fairbanks student both in and out of the classroom.
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Meet your faculty for academic planning.
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Meet other students from around the world.
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Complete university business such as getting your PolarExpress (student ID) card, consulting with Financial Aid and activating your campus e-mail account.
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Attend workshops on student leadership, getting good grades, campus jobs, study skills, getting involved, financial aid and other topics.
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Become more familiar with campus while taking tours.
Check out our schedule and sign up now!
The Center for Health and Counseling will be offering free vaccines during REV IT UP! The following are required vaccines/tests to live in UAF housing: Tetanus shot within the last 10 years, two MMR shots or proof of immunity, and a PPD test (for TB) within the last year. The meningitis and HPV shots are not required but are strongly recommended.
The following are free to those who fit the criteria listed below: (If the vaccine you need is not free, we will administer it to you at the Center during regular Center hours.)
- Meningitis vaccine - Freshmen 18 or younger living in dorms (for all others cost is ~$85)
- MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) - Students age 18 or younger (for all others cost is ~$45)
- Tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis - Any student who hasn't had one in 10 years (free for all students)
- PPD testing (TB testing--this is not a vaccine but a test for exposure to TB) - The test must be read by a medical provider within 48-72 hours–check at Rev-it-Up to see how this is done (free for all students)
- HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) vaccine - Female students age 18 or younger (for all others cost is ~$145)
If you have any questions call the Center at (907) 474-7043. See you this fall!
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