A Message from Dean Boike | |
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Welcome to KSUCPM!
I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to each of you to Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM). We are honored that you’ve decided to pursue your podiatric medical education with our esteemed institution.
We are eagerly anticipating your arrival and are excited to officially welcome you to our campus for the incoming student orientation, scheduled for late July. This orientation will mark the beginning of your journey with KSUCPM, where you will transition from an aspiring physician to a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.
We are committed to providing you with the tools, resources, and support needed to thrive academically, professionally, and personally during your time with us. At KSUCPM, you will find a welcoming community dedicated to your success.
If you have any questions or need assistance as you prepare for the orientation, please do not hesitate to reach out to our admissions office. Once again, congratulations on your acceptance!
Warm regards,
Dr. Allan Boike, DPM
Dean, KSUCPM
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Steps to Your Future is an e-newsletter designed to inform the Class of 2028 of any news or updates related to your class and or the College.
As you will read about below, KSUCPM has developed a website specifically for the Class of 2028. Updates will be shared on that website. The e-newsletter will supplement the website.
Welcome to Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine!
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KSUCPM is designing a website specifically for incoming members of the Class of 2028. This website will include MOST of what you, as an incoming student will need to submit or prepare, leading up to orientation and the start of classes.
In the coming weeks, we will announce the Class of 2028 Incoming Student Website in this e-newsletter. Incoming Students in Class of 2028. Be sure to bookmark the website and check back often for updates.
If you have additional questions or need more guidance, contact us at any time at podiatry@kent.edu. We are here to help you!
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Orientation Dates Announced | |
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Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine will hold an incoming student orientation beginning on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 through Thursday, August 1, 2024.
During orientation, students will meet Dr. Allan Boike, Dean, Dr. Bryan Caldwell, Senior Associate Dean, and many faculty members. In addition, students will listen to presentations from the Offices of Enrollment Management and Student Services and meet upperclassmen.
More information, including the specific start time and tentative agenda will become available in early Summer.
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White Coat Ceremony & White Coat Size | |
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The White Coat Ceremony for the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine Class of 2028 will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, August 2, 2024, on the Kent State University campus in Kent, Ohio.
More details will become available as the date approaches.
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Instructions to Order your White Coat
White Coats have been generously donated by Gordon Labs. White coats will be presented to you at the White Coat Ceremony.
Each student is asked to provide their coat size to KSUCPM. Please complete this form so we can order your numerical size:
Submit your White Coat Size
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Start of Classes: Monday August 5, 2024 | |
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Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine has announced that classes will begin on Monday, August 5, 2024 for first and second year students.
The detailed academic calendar, which includes course dates and times will likely be released in late Spring 2024. The official schedule for each class will be included in the syllabus. You will also be able to link your own calendar to a Google calendar which stores courses and times.
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If you applied to KSUCPM and had coursework planned or in progress, you will need to send a transcript showing the final scores from those classes. In addition, if you are completing a degree that was not finished when you applied, the transcript must show “degree conferred.” Please request your final transcripts (noting degree conferred) be sent to:
Office of Enrollment Management
Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine
6000 Rockside Woods Blvd
Independence, Ohio 44131
Transcripts can also be sent electronically to: podiatry@kent.edu. If you have any questions about what needs to be submitted, please contact Melinda Velka at mvelka1@kent.edu.
Our office will begin following up with students beginning in early June if we have not yet received transcripts.
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Letters of Recommendation | |
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Some students may still have letters of recommendation that have not been submitted to Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine.
Please submit via Interfolio or mail to the College at:
ATTN: Office of Enrollment Management
6000 Rockside Woods Blvd., Independence, Ohio 44131.
Letters can also be e-mailed directly to the College at podiatry@kent.edu.
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Learn more about housing options in neighborhoods around the KSUCPM campus.
A roommate list has been started if you are interested in finding someone to live with. Only those who inquire about the list will receive it and have their contact information added. As it is updated, those on the list will receive the updates.
If you have questions about housing, need a letter confirming you are an incoming student to provide to an apartment complex, or wish to be added to the roommate list, please contact Lorie Evans at lfranck2@kent.edu.
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Planning to Visit Campus? | |
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Are you planning a trip to Independence, Ohio to search out housing options around campus?
Or do you need to meet with the staff in Financial Aid or Student Affairs?
Please contact Ashley Butler to ensure the people you want to meet with are available and on campus.
You can e-mail Ashley at abutle27@kent.edu.
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Class of 2028 Facebook Group | |
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A Facebook Group has been created for the KSUCPM Class of 2028.
This is a great opportunity to interact with some of your future classmates, current KSUCPM students and share some questions you may have about starting school this fall.
To join, please visit: KSUCPM Class of 2028
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