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James M. Glaser, Dean, School of Arts and Sciences |
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Jianmin Qu, Dean, School of Engineering |
| Dear Parents and Families, We hope this finds you preparing for a restful and relaxing summer. Here at Tufts, students are currently finishing final papers and preparing for the last round of Exams and Review Boards, and our graduating seniors are setting their sights on Senior Week. In just about 10 days’ time, both of us are looking forward to welcoming the parents and families of graduating students to campus for Baccalaureate and Commencement. We can’t wait to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2019 with you. As the academic year comes to a close, we’re writing to provide all parents and families with a brief look back at some of the highlights from 2018-19, and to outline next steps for the Division of Student Affairs at Tufts.
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Career Corner: Conversations with the Tufts Career CenterWhere Do Tufts Grads Go?
It’s one of the most common questions we receive: “What are my student’s options for life after Tufts?” You’ll be pleased to know that, according to reported data, 96% of last year’s graduates were employed, enrolled in grad school, or participating in service or a fellowship within 6 months of graduation. Other interesting stats from the Class of 2018: - 21 employers hired 4+ grads: Amazon, Boston Medical Center, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, Cambridge Health Alliance, Carbon Black, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Deloitte, Facebook, Google, HubSpot, Massachusetts General Hospital, McLean Hospital, NBCUniversal, Raytheon, Sapient Razorfish, ScribeAmerica, Teach For America, Tufts Medical Center, Tufts University, and Wayfair
- Top grad schools: Tufts, Columbia, Yale, Boston University, Brown University, Harvard, and NYU
- Top cities (outside Boston): NYC, DC, San Francisco, Chicago, and LA
- 87% completed at least one internship while at Tufts; 66% completed two or more
Remember: If your student is just getting started with the job search process, we can help!
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What's Happening Academically?As the semester draws to a close and students work hard to complete exams and final papers, the Advising Deans and Academic Standing Committees prepare to review final transcripts. The vast majority of students have successful semesters, but there are two extremes that merit additional attention: Dean's List
Liberal Arts students who have been enrolled in a minimum of 12 SHUs, received letter grades in a minimum of 12 SHUs with no work incomplete, and earned a minimum GPA average of 3.4 are automatically placed on the Dean’s List. Engineering students who have been enrolled in a minimum of 12 SHUs, received letter grades in a minimum of 9 SHUs, completed every course in which they were enrolled with no incomplete work, and earned a minimum GPA average of 3.2 are also automatically placed on the Dean’s List. Their transcripts will note this and they will receive an email notification. Students who wish to have that noted in their local newspapers may request that on SIS. Academic StandingStudents in Arts and Sciences or Engineering who have not fared so well are reviewed by the Academic Standing Committee. The criteria for academic probation and required withdrawal are explained on our website and in The Bulletin. Parents will be notified if a student is placed on probation or facing a semester or required withdrawal. BFA students are subject to another process for academic review. We work closely with those students to support their use of academic resources so that they may return to good standing in their subsequent semester.
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Explore our New Parent Resource Center!
Are you a parent or family member of a current undergraduate with a question about student resources, processes, or policies at Tufts? We've collected a number of frequently asked questions, along with links to common resources, to help you navigate everything from Academic Advising to Health and Wellness at Tufts. Start exploring or new Parent Resource Center!
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Summer at Tufts
Do you have a high school student at home this summer? Tufts has 100+ undergraduate-level courses open to high school students (35+ of which are taught online), along with studio art and college prep workshops. Learn more about Summer Session for High Schoolers! Tufts also offers courses for college students and adults in subjects ranging from engineering to studio art to languages and nutrition. Browse courses, and enroll today! - Summer Session I: May 22, 2019 – June 28, 2019
- Summer Session II: July 3, 2019 – August 9, 2019
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Tufts Emergency Alerts for Commencement 2019
Parents, family members, and guests may opt in to TuftsAlert to receive emergency alerts during a two-week period at Commencement time. Should an issue arise during that time frame – severe weather or other emergency – a text message will be sent to all those who have opted in alerting them of the affected campus, the issue, and emergency instructions - To opt in to the system for the two-week Commencement perioid, text the keyword "Tufts2019" to phone number 67283.
- You will receive a welcome text thanking you for joining TuftsAlert for Commencement 2019. Your opt-in subscription for TuftsAlert will be active May 13 – 27, 2019.
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New Episodes of Tell Me More
We've posted new episodes of the Tell Me More podcast!
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Dates to Remember
May 10 - Review Boards End
Final Examinations End
May 11 - Residence Halls Close for Spring Semester, except for Graduating Seniors (12 p.m.)
May 13 - Degree Candidates' Spring Term Grades Due Online by 9 a.m.
Senior Week Begins
May 17 - Remaining Grades Due Online by 9 a.m.
Senior Week Ends
May 20 - Residence Halls Close for Graduating Seniors (12 p.m.)
May 22 - First Summer at Tufts Session Begins
12-Week Summer at Tufts Session Begins
May 27 - Memorial Day (University Holiday): No Classes
May 28 - Last Day to ADD a Course for First Summer at Tufts Session
June 3 - Fall 2019 Registration reopens for Continuing Graduate and Undergraduate Students
June 4 - Last Day to ADD a Course for 12-Week Summer at Tufts Session
June 5 - Credit to Audit Change Due for First Summer at Tufts Session
Last Day to Withdraw without a Grade of "W" for First Summer at Tufts Session
Pass/Fail Grade Change Due for First Summer at Tufts Session
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