Office of Academic Affairs and Student Experience
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The Office of Graduate Affairs (OGA)
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The Office of Graduate Affairs (OGA) collaborates with each of the Brandeis graduate programs to provide holistic support services and resources to all graduate students at Brandeis. They plan and implement programs and workshops throughout the year, focused towards academic, social, and personal development. In addition, they serve as advisors for the Graduate Student Association (GSA), Brandeis' graduate student government, working with GSA representatives to best support the needs and interests of the graduate student population.
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The OGA oversees the Graduate Affairs Peer Advising Program that addresses the gap in knowledge between Brandeis resources graduate students believe are available to them and the resources that actually exist. GAP Advisors are advanced graduate students who have a depth of knowledge about all that Brandeis has to offer. Advisors are thought-partners with the OGA, working to lessen the knowledge gap. They collaborate closely with partnering offices and departments on campus to identify ways to meet graduate student needs and determine the best method of communicating resources and services to the graduate student population.
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OGA is located in Kutz Hall at the Graduate Student Center, a space open to all graduate students, where you can relax, eat lunch, watch a movie or show, utilize their public Mac computers, study in a private conference room, and enjoy complimentary hot coffee, tea and snacks.
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Their goal is to provide you with information about graduate student life on the Brandeis campus, as well as to give general information about other community resources. Check their website regularly for updated information and check your email for news from them.
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In this newsletter you will learn about:
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Brandeis University will be closed on Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Brandeis administrative offices will re-open on Monday, July 8.
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The International Business School Weekly newsletter will be sent to your inbox biweekly, and will transition to weekly as we get closer to orientation. We will share upcoming virtual events and information to help you prepare for your studies and experience at Brandeis International Business School!
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Brandeis Business New Student Orientation
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Save the Dates: August 22 and 26!*
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Mandatory International Business School Orientation:
- Thursday, August 22
- Monday, August 26
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Brandeis University's Office of Graduate Affairs (OGA) will invite you to the "All Graduate Students" Orientation that will be on Friday, August 23.
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Orientation is required for all new students.*
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*5-year students who enrolled for Fall 2023 but are starting their graduate year in Fall 2024 are invited to this Orientation, but not assigned an Orientation Leader. Students with questions or those would like an assigned Orientation Leader can reach out to their Program Advisors.
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Health Insurance and Records Due Dates
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Health & Immunization documentation (Due June 30): Go to the Brandeis Health Center website for detailed instructions on how to submit your health care information via the secure patient portal. You are required by Massachusetts State Regulation 105 CMR 220 to provide Immunization documentation prior to attending school. We recommend that you arrange to obtain your immunizations, physical exam records, blood work, and tuberculosis screenings as needed from your healthcare provider as soon as possible. Once you have submitted your documentation, it will be verified by the Health Center. You will receive correspondence via the secure patient portal to confirm your compliance status. Non-Compliance can lead to a class registration hold.
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Health Insurance: To ensure compliance with Massachusetts law, students who are registered for three-quarter to full-time status are automatically billed for the Student Health Plan, unless a waiver form is completed before the deadline date of July 1, 2024, for the 2024-25 academic year.
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It is important that students have access to comprehensive health care while enrolled at Brandeis University; therefore we encourage you to consider your options carefully as you complete the enrollment and/or waiver process.
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University Health Plans will continue to manage the enrollment and waiver process for the 2024-25 academic year. For information on the plan and access to the annual enrollment and waiver forms, please go to www.universityhealthplans.com and select Brandeis University. The enrollment and waiver forms will be linked on the left-hand side of the page.
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If you have any questions about the waiver, enrollment process or general questions regarding the insurance plan or requirements, please call University Health Plans directly. A University Health Plans representative is available at 800-437-6448 or via email at info@univhealthplans.com to assist you.
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International Students: All international students are automatically enrolled and do not have the option to waive the Student Health Insurance Plan. The cost will be added to their student account. Brandeis requires this because international health insurance plans are often not recognized in the US and do not comply with the Massachusetts Student Health Plan Regulations and the Brandeis University waiver requirements.
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Welcome from your Program Advisors! Keep an eye out in the coming weeks for more communication from us about ways to get an early start over the summer and for more information about your pre-program requirements.
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You will be pre-registered by July 23rd by your advisor for your first semester courses. In the meantime, please check out our Current Students page for information on advisor assignments and review your program's curriculum webpages to learn more about your degree options and requirements.
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Best Wishes,
Your Program Advisors
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Brandeis Business Orientation Leaders (OLs)
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You have been assigned a Brandeis Business Orientation Leader (OL)! OLs are continuing business school students who serve as incoming student mentors and help new students with their academic, cultural and social adjustment to the school. Expect to hear from your OL soon (some of you might have already received an email!). They will be reaching out throughout the summer and greeting you in-person during orientation!
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Summer Roommate Housemate Speeding Meeting Event
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Join the OGA to network and find your new housemate! You’re welcome if you’re looking for housing and interested in meeting potential housemates. Or if you’re looking to sublet a room and want to meet students who are searching for housing.
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Questions about living off-campus? You are invited to join Office of Graduate Affairs (OGA) to learn about the apartment search process and life off-campus. They will have a lot of good information to share with you to support your housing search.
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Monday, July 15th (ET)
9:00-9:30 AM Presentation
9:30-10:30 AM - Questions & Answers
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Thursday, July 18th (ET)
1:00-1:30 PM Presentation
1:30-2:30 PM - Questions & Answers
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Tuesday, August 6th (ET)
9:00-9:30 AM Presentation
9:30-10:30 AM - Questions & Answers
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Register using one of the registration links below:
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1) International Student Visa Information
If you are an international student needing an I-20/DS-2019, you should have received an email from the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) inviting you to complete the VIDOF in the ISSO Portal. Your request should be submitted no later than July 15. Please contact ISSO (isso@brandeis.edu) with any questions.
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2) Brandeis ID and Email Set-Up
Your Brandeis Student ID was sent to you from our Admissions Team. Please check that email and use that assigned number to set up your account.
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3) New Student Website
In addition to emails from the OAASE, we will post orientation related information to the New Student Website that will help you prepare for your arrival.
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4) Slack!
You should have received an invite from Admissions to our Slack community. If you need an updated invitation to Slack, please submit this form to receive a new invitation. Slack is an online platform that allows you to post and view events, meet your peers and connect with departments at the Business School.
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415 South Street
Waltham, MA 02453
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