New Transfer Student Onboarding Email - August 14, 2024
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The First-Year Experience
Welcome to WPI!
We can’t wait to welcome you to the next step of your college experience this weekend! Be sure to complete all your onboarding tasks before New Student Orientation and Move-in Day, and we’ll see you soon!
Onboarding Tasks
- Complete Compliance Trainings: All four are required to be completed by August 16.
- Submit Academic Accommodations Request Form: Complete the intake form by August 22 to disclose a disability and request academic accommodations.
- Complete Health Insurance Enrollment/Waiver Form by August 31: If you don’t, you’ll be responsible for health insurance charges and automatically enrolled in WPI’s plan.
Living On-Campus?
Have you signed up for a move-in time yet? Sign up in the Housing Portal if you haven’t already, and remember that your first stop on Move-in Day (Sunday, August 18) is the Gateway Garage to get your key before proceeding to your residence hall.
New Student Orientation Schedule
You may not be new to college life, but you are new to WPI! Be sure to join New Student Orientation--check out the NSO schedule in the WPI mobile app for iOS or Android.Keep an eye on your email for information about specific NSO programs for Transfer Students!
Gompei’s Guide: Resources for Students, by Students
Have a question and don’t know who to ask? Chances are the answer is in Gompei’s Guide, a student resource guide written for students by students.
Stay in the Loop with Campus Happenings
There’s a lot going on at WPI, and just as many ways for you to stay on top of upcoming events. The WPI mobile app offers instant access to all things WPI; MyWPI is the place to go to get involved in clubs; and the University Calendar is regularly updated with campus-wide events (including athletics games). Be sure to check your email regularly for information from various departments and offices, as well as Herd Highlights, a biweekly newsletter featuring a roundup of deadlines, important dates, announcements, and more.
Parent Resources
As a student, you aren’t the only one who may need some resources and guidance as you begin your college experience. We've put together a webpage specifically for your parents or guardians to support them in this exciting process, as well.
We can’t wait to welcome you to campus this weekend! |