NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION GUIDE
2005
- 2006
Revised 1/30/2006
Epidemiology Program
Office
School of Public Health and Community Medicine
Epidemiology
Department, Box 357236
F-262 Health Sciences Building
University of Washington
Seattle WA 98195
206-685-1762 or 206-543-8226
epi@u.washington.edu
http://depts.washington.edu/epidem
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. Prior to arrival
Useful_Web_Addresses
UW_Catalog
Financial_Aid
Required_Immunizations
and Safety Training
Health_Insurance
Faculty/Staff
Tuition Exemption
Registration
Laboratory_Safety_Seminar
Childcare
B. Arrival and Getting Settled
The_Guide
Transportation
to the University District
Temporary_Accommodation
Permanent_Housing
Washington_Residency
Orientations
and Welcome Event
Husky
Card (UW Plastic ID)
Social
Security Number
C. Departmental Information
Epidemiology
Resources
Student_Representation
Department_Staff
D. Computer Information
Computer
Classes
E-Mail
Remote_Access
Department
of Epidemiology Computers
Other
Microcomputers
Photography
and Digital Imaging
E. Student Resources
Graduate
School
Libraries
Office
of Student Services
Writing
Lab
Diversity_Support_Services
Students_With_Disabilities
Student
Organizations
Recreational
Sports
Hall_Health_Center
Counseling
Student
Rights and
Responsibilities
GSEAC/UAW
- Academic Service Employees' Union
Training
and Career Resources
F. Logistical
Information
Transportation
Parking
Building_Access
University_Bookstore
Photocopy_Services
Mail
The
Daily (Student Newspaper)
Locker_And_Desk_Space
Food
A. PRIOR TO ARRIVAL
USEFUL WEB
ADDRESSES
(These addresses are
subject to change without notice. Don't add www to the addresses where it is not
listed.)
Academic Calendar: www.washington.edu/students/reg/calendar.html
Address Change Service (MyUW): http://www.washington.edu/students/studentdirinfo.html
Administrative Offices: www.washington.edu/students/contacts.html
American Public Health Association (APHA): http://www.apha.org/
Bus Pass (UPASS): www.washington.edu/upass/index.php
Bus Schedules: http://transit.metrokc.gov/, http://www.communitytransit.org/, http://www.soundtransit.org/
Catalog:
http://www.washington.edu/students/gencat/
Cancer Care Alliance Shuttle (Children's
Hospital):
http://www.washington.edu/upass/shuttle_services/cancer_care.html
Center for Social Sciences Computation and
Research (CSSCR):
http://julius.csscr.washington.edu/
Classroom Locations: www.washington.edu/students/reg/buildings.html
Childcare: http://depts.washington.edu/ovpsa/childcare/
Community
of Science (funding database and researcher profiles): http://www.cos.com/
Computing and Networking, including computer
courses:
www.washington.edu/computing/
Counseling Center: http://depts.washington.edu/scc
Course Catalog: www.washington.edu/students/crscat/
Course Evaluations: https://www.washington.edu/cec/
Dial-A-Ride: http://www.washington.edu/upass/shuttle_services/dial_ride.html
Disabled Students: www.washington.edu/students/gencat/front/Disabled_Student.html
Diversity Information: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/diversity_statement.htm
http://sphcm.washington.edu/prospective/diversity.asp, http://www.grad.washington.edu/gomap
Electronic Journal Services: http://healthlinks.washington.edu/contentBrowser.jsp
Epidemiology: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/
Epidemiology Directions:
http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/EpiDirect.pdf
Epidemiology
Fellowships: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/fellowsh.htm
Epidemiology Funding Information: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/fundinfo.htm
Epidemiology Program Guidelines: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/guide.pdf
Faculty/Staff Directory: www.washington.edu/home/directories.html
Faculty/Staff Partial Tuition Exemption: http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/tuition_exempt.html
Fellowship and Assistantships: http://www.grad.washington.edu/fellow/fellow_area.htm, www.lib.washington.edu/gfis/. www.cos.com/services, http://healthlinks.washington.edu (under "students")
Financial Aid Office: www.washington.edu/students/osfa/
Foundation for International Understanding Through Students (FIUTS): www.fiuts.washington.edu/
Fred Hutchinson Cancer
Research Center Directions/Shuttle: www.fhcrc.org/about/WhereWeAre/
Funding databases: www.grad.washington.edu/fellow/hotlist.htm
Graduate Admissions: http://www.grad.washington.edu/admissions/
Graduate Fellowship Calendar: www.grad.washington.edu/fellow/FellCalendar.htm
Graduate School: http://www.grad.washington.edu/
Grants & Funding Information Service: www.lib.washington.edu/gfis/, http://healthlinks.washington.edu/rfs/
GSEAC/UAW Union (RAs/TAs/SAs): http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/laborrel/contracts/uaw/addons/
Guide for Graduate Students to UW and Seattle: http://depts.washington.edu/gpss/guide/index.html
Grievance Procedure: www.grad.washington.edu/Acad/gsmemos/gsmemo33.htm
Hall Health: http://www.hallhealthcenter.com/
Health Sciences Library: http://healthlinks.washington.edu/hsl/
Health Sciences Express (Harborview Medical Center, Roosevelt Clinic): http://www.washington.edu/admin/hsexpress/
Housing: http://housing.asuw.org
Husky Card Account: http://hfs.washington.edu/husky_card/
Identification (Husky) Card: www.washington.edu/students/reg/id.html
Instructor Course Descriptions (available for
some classes):
www.washington.edu/students/icd/
Insurance (Faculty/Staff including Postdoc Fellows paid thru UW): http://www.washington.edu/admin/benefits/
Insurance (Graduate Appointee for RA/TAs and Predoc Fellows): http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/gaip/index.html
Insurance (Student): http://depts.washington.edu/ovpsa/insurance.html
Insurers
(private): http://www.ahirc.org/, http://www.insurance.wa.gov/consumers/health/healthinsurance.asp
International Services Office: http://depts.washington.edu/uwiso/, www.fiuts.washington.edu/
Maps and Directions: depts.washington.edu/epidem/visiting.htm
MPH Checklist: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/mph_checklist%20wrd.pdf
MPH Practicum: http://depts.washington.edu/mphpract/overview.html
MS Checklist: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/ms%20checklist.pdf
MyUW: http://myuw.washington.edu/
Night Ride: http://www.washington.edu/upass/shuttle_services/night_ride.html
Off-Campus Housing: http://housing.asuw.org, http://classifieds.nwsource.com/classified/
Orientation Guide: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/Orientationguide.htm
Parking: www.washington.edu/admin/parking/index.html
PhD Checklist: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/phd%20checklist.pdf
Recreational Sports: http://depts.washington.edu/ima/
Registrar's Office: http://depts.washington.edu/registra/offices.html
Registration: http://myuw.washington.edu/ (No other registration system available.)
Registration Deadlines:
http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/calendar.html
Registration Procedures: http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/regelig.html
Registration Resources: http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/regres.html
Research Funding Service: http://healthlinks.washington.edu/rfs
School of Public Health: http://sphcm.washington.edu/
Schools (Seattle-Public): www.seattleschools.org/area/eso/index.xml
Scholarly Misconduct Policy: www.washington.edu/faculty/facsenate/handbook/04-09-01.html
SPHCM Student Services Office: http://sphcm.washington.edu/about/studserv.asp
SPHCM Resource Gateway: http://sphcm.washington.edu/gateway/index.asp
Seattle and Regional Information: http://www.pan.ci.seattle.wa.us/html/visitor/tourism.htm
Society for Epidemiology Research: www.epiresearch.org/memberinfo.html
State Residency: http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/residency.html
Student
Activities Office: http://depts.washington.edu/sao
Student Conduct Code: www.washington.edu/students/handbook/conduct.html
Student Directory: www.washington.edu/students/studentdir.html
Student Guide: www.washington.edu/students/ (Time Schedule, registration deadlines, etc.)
Student Rights and
Responsibilities: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/student_rights.doc
Teaching
Assistant Training: http://depts.washington.edu/cidrweb/TAHandbook/index.html
Time Schedule: www.washington.edu/students/timeschd/
Tuition: www.washington.edu/students/sfs/sao/tuition/index.html
University Bookstore: http://www.bookstore.washington.edu/
Violence, Threatening, Intimidating and Harassing
Behavior Policy:
www.washington.edu/admin/hr/pol.proc/work.violence/wk.viol.policy.html
Visiting Epidemiology: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/visiting.htm
Washington State Public Health
Association: http://www.wspha.org/
Writing Center:
http://depts.washington.edu/wcenter/base.html
The Graduate Catalog is on line at http://www.washington.edu/students/gencat/.
Graduate School Web Site: Graduate School policies and procedures: http://www.grad.washington.edu/
Course Catalog: http://www.washington.edu/students/crscat/
Epidemiology Web Site: Program and course descriptions as well as faculty interests and contact numbers: http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/
School of Public Health Web Site: Program descriptions and links to departmental home pages: http://sphcm.washington.edu/
For those first year students who are self-supporting, this section may be very important. As some of you have already realized, financial aid is a complex issue, requiring initiative on the part of the student. Because the Department has limited resources, students who are looking for assistance need to understand how funding works. We will not attempt to be the definitive resource, but to provide general ideas about how to seek support.
There are several main types of aid: grants, loans, training grants, and teaching or research assistantships (TA and RA positions). Training grants positions are often the most coveted, but they can be hard to obtain. They primarily go to PhD students and postdoctoral Master's students. Some training grants are only open to doctoral students who have developed a dissertation proposal. The standard educational loans, such as Guaranteed Student Loans or educational bank loans, are available. The University's Financial Aid Office (105 Schmitz Hall, 206-543-6101, www.washington.edu/students/osfa/) is the starting place for financial aid based on financial need. Need-based aid is not available for international students.
The Community of Science lists a large number of grant resources at http://www.cos.com/services/. The Graduate School's website has links to funding databases. It can be reached at http://www.grad.washington.edu/fellow/hotlist.htm. The Graduate Funding Information Service offers access to other funding databases at the address listed below, but it is more social-science oriented. Its search services are open to registered graduate students. Several workshops are provided each year about how to use the service. Information is available at www.lib.washington.edu/gfis/. The Health Sciences Library also offers the Research Funding Services. Its databases are open to students. Consultation is available to faculty, fellows, and staff. Consult http://healthlinks.washington.edu/rfs/ and http://healthlinks.washington.edu/ under "students".
RA's at 50% and training grants usually provide a stipend, tuition waivers (non-resident differential plus 70% of remainder for predoctoral training grants), insurance and valuable experience in epidemiology. The Epidemiology Program Office serves as a clearinghouse for student positions. Check your email for RA/TA announcements. Since we may not be notified of the positions funded from outside the UW (e.g. FHCRC) you should also consult the departmental home page for faculty research interests at http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/fac/facListReg.shtml to locate additional positions that may be available. Contact appropriate adjunct, affiliate, and clinical faculty in addition to regular faculty in addition to regular faculty. You should contact appropriate professors by email (and phone) with letters and a resume or CV. Although some faculty do not know how many Research Assistantship positions they will have until mid-summer, it is prudent to get in touch with them as soon as you are admitted and contact them again later in the summer, especially since there tend to be several openings in September. The Department of Epidemiology has virtually no undergraduate classes, so the Department does not hire first year students as TAs. If you are unable to locate funding, contact the Student Services Manager (epi@u.washington.edu) about additional faculty/departments you might contact.
Other departments, such as Environmental Health, Microbiology, Pathobiology, and Chemistry occasionally employ Epidemiology students who have the appropriate skills as TAs or RAs, so check with other departments as well. Sometimes new students have had better success in finding RA/TA positions that utilize skills in other fields rather than public health skills yet to be obtained. Phone numbers of other departments are available from University Information on the web at www.washington.edu/home/departments or at (206) 543-2100. Another good source of funding for students is the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Go to the faculty research interest page at http://www.fhcrc.org/science/investigators.html and search for your interest area. Contact FHCRC faculty and staff in the same manner as Epidemiology Faculty. UW Labs and Centers are listed at the departments web-site above. For the FHCRC, search for "lab" at the above address if you are interested in lab positions. Other outside agencies that employ Epidemiology students include Public Health: Seattle-King County, Harborview Medical Center, VA Puget Sound Health Care System, Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center, and the Seattle Biomedical Research Institute. The Epidemiology Program Office may be able to recommend specific contacts depending on your skills. Visit the Epidemiology careers website list of organizations hiring Epidemiologists for appropriate websites at http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/careers.htm.
Student Fiscal Services
Student Fiscal Services has a team of staff who are available for individual
appointments (scheduled and drop in) with students wanting more personalized
service and time. Students can talk with staff about their account, their loans,
money management issues, past due account, scholarships, etc.
Please see the web link: http://www.washington.edu/students/sfs/forms/cs_appt.htm
for those who want to schedule in advance, and the list of topics.
SFS also provides this service for students who come into the office and have
questions that go beyond a simple financial transaction (paying a bill or
requesting a check). The Customer Service Staff will transition students to one
of the 4 advisers.
If you would like to meet with someone, schedule an appointment via the web
form, or drop in for service between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
If you have questions, please contact Heidi Anderson at heidia@u.washington.edu or 206-658-7671.
REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS AND SAFETY TRAINING
Overview
Working in public health, whether in clinical, field, or laboratory settings, can entail exposure to health risks. The nature, degree, and risk of such exposure vary among our students, depending on their activities while in the School of Public Health and Community Medicine. We want to ensure that all students are aware of these risks and have appropriate health records, immunizations, and health insurance coverage, since the School does not provide coverage.
Importance of Post-exposure Prophylaxis
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, post-exposure
prophylaxis of blood-borne exposures may be effective in preventing
sero-conversion and life-long infection. Post-exposure evaluation and
prophylaxis services are available through the Hall Health Center, UWMC, and in
other medical institutions throughout the region; however, the cost of
evaluation, prophylaxis and follow-up is expensive, between $800-3,600 (or more)
per
exposure, according to current estimates. In addition, medical problems
resulting from exposure to infections, including HBV, HCV, and HIV
sero-conversion, can result in major medical expenses over many years, ranging
from thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars over a lifetime.
Measles:
·All
students must provide proof of measles immunity to Hall Health as requested in
the enrollment information from the Registration Office.
·The
Measles Immunity Verification Form is available at http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/immunization.html
·You
may obtain a free Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunization from Hall Health at
the Autumn Epidemiology Immunization Clinic or during Summer Quarter at Hall
Health, if you begin your studies in the summer.
Other Required Immunizations:
All students are required to have their records checked and obtain or update the following immunizations:
Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis A (recommended, not required), Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Varicella (Chicken Pox), and annual Tuberculosis screen.
Clearance by UWMC or other area hospitals is not adequate. You must be checked at Hall Health. Bring copies of your official immunization records with you.
Required for Students Working with Patients or Biospecimens in Laboratory or
Clinical Settings*:
·Professor
& Student must
notify the Epidemiology Program Office prior to beginning work;
·Obtain
all the required immunizations to be allowed to continue working with
biospecimens.
·Hepatitis
B immunization must be obtained within 10 days of starting work.
*Report
to the supervising department if the work is related only to a clinical fellowship
or a concurrent degree and is unrelated to work or study in Epidemiology.
Health Fee: All students will be billed for the $200 Health
Fee.
·Except
clinicians practicing at UWMC or related teaching hospitals
·The
Department will pay the fee for RA’s (but not fellows) working with biospecimens or with
patients.
·The
Health Fee covers all the required and recommended immunizations, titers, and
chest x-ray, if necessary. It also covers post-exposure prophylactic treatment
in case of exposure.
Required Signatures:
·All
students must read the Epidemiology "Immunization and Health Insurance
Requirements" document to be provided in the orientation materials and by
email.
·All
students must sign and return the "Immunization and Health Status" form
(last page of the document) prior to the start of classes.
Immunization Review at Hall Health:
·Gather
copies of all original immunization records, or a list of
immunizations and dates on appropriate letterhead stationary signed by a
qualified health practitioner.
·New
autumn students, attend the Epidemiology immunization clinics described in the
orientation materials.
·New
summer students, make an appointment at Hall Health.
Summer students must contact the Clinic to set up an appointment at myshots@u.washington.edu or 206-616-9074. If you have trouble reaching the Clinic, keep trying. You cannot schedule a visit during the last two weeks of September and the first week of October.
Hall Health Immunization Clinic Hours: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 - 4 p.m. (Thursday is not a good day unless you can have your TB test read at another clinic.)
Location:
Autumn Students: Clinics will be held in the
Health Sciences Center in the room announced in the orientation materials.
(If you miss the clinics, you’ll have to go to Hall Health.)
Summer
Students: Hall Health is on upper campus, across the street and northeast of
the Husky Union Building (HUB)
REQUIRED BLOOD-BORNE PATHOGEN AND
LAB SAFETY SEMINARS
·All MPH students and all students who will work with biospecimens or patients as part of their Epidemiology research or coursework must attend a Blood-borne Pathogen Workshop annually.
·All students who will be working in labs or attending a lab class must attend the Lab Safety Seminar.
·These requirements are the law.
·You must pre-register at http://www.ehs.washington.edu/psotrain/corsdesc.shtm.
2005 Training
Location: A-102 Physics/Astronomy Building on upper campus
Blood-borne Pathogen Workshop: Monday, September 26, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
Lab Safety Seminar: Tuesday & Wednesday, September 26 & 27, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
You are required to provide a copy of the attendance certificate to the Epidemiology Program Office or you will not be allowed to continue working in a lab.
Do not go to the emergency room for non-emergency services or you will be charged very high rates and insurance will not cover it.
STUDENT INSURANCE
The University provides a Student Accident & Sickness Insurance Plan. You can review the plan booklet and additional information at http://depts.washington.edu/ovpsa/insurance.htmlor call 206-543-6202 for an information booklet. After deductibles, the policy covers some fees not covered by Hall Health Center (X-rays) as well as physician visits outside of Hall Health, and some surgery and hospitalization benefits.
Insurance can be purchased: (1) in Autumn Quarter for the full year. (If you purchase it on a yearly basis you will have insurance for all four quarters even if you are not registered. However, higher Hall Health fees apply if you are not registered); or (2) quarterly, providing coverage for the duration of that quarter only. Payment is due when tuition is due. If you do not have any other type of health insurance, student health insurance is strongly recommended. The deadline for enrollment and cancellation is the 7th calendar day of the quarter. Enroll through the UW course registration system (MyUW).
International students must sign up for Student Insurance to register. Student insurance can be waived for those with Graduate Appointee (GAIP) or Faculty/Staff Insurance. It will be waived automatically for students holding RA or TA positions. Predoctoral trainees and postdoctoral fellows should contact Epidemiology Program Office at epi@u.washington.edu to request that we notify the UW Insurance Coordinator. We will need your official name, employee ID, and student number. Student Insurance for international students will not be waived for any other plans besides GAIP and Faculty/Staff Insurance.
GRADUATE APPOINTEE INSURANCE (GAIP)
Due to a great lobbying effort by the Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS), all TAs, RAs (who work at least 20 hours/week) and Trainees who earn at least $800/month are provided Graduate Appointee Insurance if they are enrolled full time during the academic year and for at least 2 credits in summer. Students who have free GAIP for Autumn through Spring quarters will receive free GAIP in the summer even if they have no appointment and are not enrolled. However, if a student has GAIP Insurance, but is not enrolled in the summer, higher Hall Health fees will apply. This plan includes medical, dental and vision benefits. The premiums for dependents have been subsidized at the 50% level. A self-pay option is also available for students with equivalent positions and enrollment. GAIP insurance information, the benefit booklet, and instructions for online enrollment are all available on the web at http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/gaip/index.html. If you are eligible, be sure to check the enrollment deadlines, which are usually 31 days past the coverage start date below. If you miss the deadline, the employment paperwork from you or from your faculty supervisor is late or if you are not registered for at least 10 credits by the 5th day of quarter, your insurance will not start until the 1st day of the 2nd month of eligibility (or later).
Cards will be mailed in mid-October to all eligible students. If needed, a student may print a copy of the card from the University's
web site, for use before the card arrives. A link has been provided below.
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/gaip/forms/plan_info_card_wallet.pdf
Please be sure your mailing address is correct in MyUW to help ensure that the card is mailed to the right address.
The insurance coverage does not begin on the first day of the quarter.
The coverage dates are listed below:
Autumn Quarter--October 1
Winter
Quarter--January 1
Spring Quarter--April 1
Summer Quarter--July 1
FACULTY/STAFF
INSURANCE and INVESTMENT PLAN
Postdoctoral Fellows and half-time permanent professional and classified
staff are eligible for faculty/staff insurance, including medical, dental,
vision, life, self-pay disability insurance, and the Voluntary Investment
Plan. Benefits packets are online at http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/benorient/packet.faculty.html
(UW NetID and password required). Visit the online benefits orientation at https://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/benorient/orientation.html
(select "Benefits Orientation" from the menu on the left. UW NetID and
password required). You must return an enrollment form to the UW
Benefits Office by the 30th day of eligibility or your insurance will not begin
until a month later. The start date is the first of the month after
your appointment date. If your appointment starts on the 1st, insurance
begins that day. If you or your faculty supervisor turn in your employment
paperwork late, your insurance will not start until the next 1st of the month or
later. Information and forms are available at http://www.washington.edu/admin/benefits/
or benefits@u.washington.edu.
Enroll in an in-person Benefits Orientation at http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/seminars.html.
The Employee ID (EID) can be obtained from the Payroll Coordinator in your department
or online through Employee Self Service at http://myuw.washington.edu/. If
your appointment is not in the University payroll database at the time the
request is made, you will need to furnish your name, job class code and
employment dates instead of your EID.
INDIVIDUAL PRIVATE INSURANCE
If you are interested in obtaining your own private health insurance, review
the Insurance Commissioner's Office website at http://www.insurance.wa.gov/consumers/health/healthinsurance.asp,
or call (800) 562-6900. For information on how to secure private
insurance, please review the "Options in the Individual
Market."
Short term individual private health insurance is also available from Assurant Health: http://www.assuranthealth.com.
FACULTY/STAFF TUITION EXEMPTION
FACULTY NON-RESIDENT TUITION WAIVER
University faculty, including medical residents and postdoctoral fellows paid by the University are eligible for a waiver of the non-resident portion of tuition (NRD) for 4 consecutive quarters beginning with the first quarter of eligibility. The four quarter limit applies whether the postdoctoral fellow is registered or not. Fellows who are paid directly by a cooperating organization, such as VAPSHCS, should make sure their employing department has submitted the required paperwork to Academic Human Resources. (Not all programs are willing to seek appropriate UW title for tuition exemption.) Postdoctoral fellows must apply for WA residency for their 5th quarter of employment. International Fellows are not eligible for WA Residency and will need to pay the non-resident tuition rate after their first 4 quarters of employment. The employing department needs to make sure that the appointment is in the system by the first day of the quarter. A month in advance, you must notify the Epidemiology Program Office at epi@u.washington.edu to let us know that you need an NRD waiver for that quarter. We need your employee ID. The waivers will not appear in your tuition statements until your appointment is in the payroll system.
FACULTY/STAFF TUITION EXEMPTION
University professional staff and faculty (including fellows and residents) who work at least 1/2 time and are employed on the first day of the quarter, and classified staff with six months continuous service are eligible for the faculty/staff tuition exemption (except for a registration fee and technology fee) for up to six course credits per quarter. RAs, TAs and Predoctoral Trainees are not eligible. The tuition exemption cannot be used for independent study, thesis or dissertation. Tuition exempt registration is on a space available basis and students are not allowed to register for anything until the 3rd day of the quarter (or 4th day for Washington State employees). Most SPHCM courses do not fill, but a few do. If you register for anything prior to your eligibility date, you will be charged full tuition. Participants cannot participate in services paid for by student fees, such as UPASS and Recreational Sports at student rates unless they are registered for courses they have to pay for, such as more than 6 credits or independent study etc.
If you wish to take advantage of the tuition exemption, you must first gain
permission from your employing department each quarter you wish to use it. Print a Tuition Exemption Request
from the Registration Office from http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/tuition_exempt.html
and have it signed by your employer. The signed Tuition Exemption Request
should be received by the Registration Office (Box 355850) no later than two weeks prior to
the beginning of each quarter. Late forms are sometimes not accepted. The procedures for tuition exemption are
listed at the website above. Deadlines are available in the academic
calendar at http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/calendar.html.
ON-LINE REGISTRATION
All registration occurs online through "MyUW" at myuw.washington.edu.
Up-to-date course schedule information is available through the internet at http://www.washington.edu/students/timeschd. There are no paper time schedules. If you are entering Autumn Quarter, you cannot register until after you have paid the $100 tuition deposit. To avoid the $25 late registration fee, initial registration must be before the first day of the quarter (except those using the faculty/staff tuition exemption). If you are registered for anything by the day before the quarter starts you will avoid the late registration fee. New Health Sciences students will not be allowed to register for Winter Quarter unless they have attend an immunization clinic and provide proof of compliance to Hall Health Center. New international students cannot register until they check-in in person at the International Services Office at 459B Schmitz Hall (http://depts.washington.edu/uwiso/).
Complete details about registration procedures are listed in the Time Schedule at http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/regelig.html. Deadlines and fees are listed in the Academic Calendar at http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/calendar.html. If you have questions about the registration system, consult the Registration Office in 225 Schmitz at 206-543-8580, 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. The Registration Office also has information about residency, on-leave status, withdrawals, enrollment verification, address changes and late registration or course changes. To conduct business at the Registration Office, you need to take a photo ID and your Husky Card, once you have obtained it.
Note regarding tuition and fee payments: Student Fiscal Services will begin converting check
payments received in the office into electronic fund transfers. When payment is made in person with a check, this is considered to be an authorization
for the conversion. Because it will be an electronic transfer, the funds will be withdrawn from their bank account the same day. If there are not
sufficient funds in the account at the time of payment, the check will not be accepted.
If an individual does not want their check converted and processed as an electronic transfer, they must either mail it to SFS or put it in the drop
slot outside of 129 Schmitz. If a receipt is desired and the individual doesn't agree to the conversion, the person will need to pay with cash or a
money order. Other payment options include using webcheck or paying with a credit card through MyUW at
http://myuw.washington.edu.
The mailing address for tuition payments is:
University of Washington
Student Fiscal Services
P.O. Box 3981
Seattle, WA 98124-3981
SFS provides free payment options. These include webcheck on MyUW at http://myuw.washington.edu, mailing a payment (address above), or making an in person payment in Schmitz 129. For additional information on different payment options for tuition and fees see: http://www.washington.edu/students/sfs/sao/tuition/pay.html
COURSE EVALUATIONS
Student evaluations of courses that have been previously offered can be accessed on the web at http://www.washington.edu/cec/. Please note, the professor currently teaching a course may not be the person whose evaluation is listed.
SCHEDULE CHANGES AND FEES
Adding or dropping courses and changing credit or grading systems is free during the first week of the quarter. After the first week, there is a $20 fee per change. (If you register officially as an audit student, you will be charged tuition.) Only one drop after the first two weeks of the quarter will be allowed per calendar year (charges will apply after the free add/drop period). If you withdraw or reduce your enrollment below full-time during the first week of the quarter, you will not owe tuition for the dropped courses. After the first week and prior to the tuition due date, half the tuition will be owed. Following the tuition deadline, there are no refunds except in the case of hardship withdrawal for serious illness.
REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED AUTUMN QUARTER COURSES
Courses
for Entering Students:
a.
Epidemiology
·
EPI
512, Epidemiologic Methods I
All Epidemiologic students are required to take this course. No
waivers allowed.
Time:
TTh
10:30-12:20
Credits:
4
Grading:
All Epi students must take for a grade.
·
EPI
583, Epidemiology Seminar
Highly
recommended, but optional. Can attend without registering.
Time:
T
3:30-4:50 (Only meets a few Tuesdays. No homework)
Credits:
1
Grading:
CR/NC only
·
EPI
600, Independent Study
You
may register with your advisor or other willing faculty member to conduct
research or look for a thesis topic. You must arrange a proect and the
appropriate number of credits with the professor before obtaining an add code. 1
credit = 3 hours work/week
Add
code:
Required from rca@u.washington.edu
Credits:
Variable
Grading:
CR/NC only
Strongly
Recommend: For
students in PhD program or considering entering PhD program and postdoc fellows.
Ask your research supervisor or advisor if you may take 1 or more credits with
him/her for your research.
Cancer
Prevention Students:
See EPI 593 below.
b.
Biostatistics
·
MPH
Students:
MPH students are only required to take BIOST
511, Medical Biometry, but if you wish to conduct your own data analyses in
the future, it is strongly recommended that you take one of the full sequences
listed below.
MS
and Masters to PhD Students:
BIOST 511 or BIOST 517: Applied Biostatistics I
You
must take either BIOST 517-518 or BIOST 511-512-513. BIOST 517-518 is a
faster-paced sequence. It is recommended for students who have some knowledge of
statistics and STATA.
·
PhD
Students:
Biost 517-518, although Biost
511-512-513 is an option if you need to review introductory statistics or STATA.
·
Grading:
All Epidemiology students must take for a grade.
·
STATA
Course:
The Epidemiology will offer a non-credit STATA course for new Epidemiology
students in Autumn Quarter.
·
Biost
511, Medical Biometry I:
For SLNS See Time Schedule
You
must register for both lecture and one QZ section. Choose any section; there’s
no difference except the time & teaching assistant.
Add
Codes:
Not required
Time:
MWF 9:30-10:20, plus QZ section
Credits:
4
·
Biost
517, Applied Biostatistics I:
For SLNS See Time Schedule
You
must register for both lecture and one QZ section. Choose any section; there’s
no difference except the time & teaching assistant.
Add
Codes:
Not required
Time:
MWF 9:30-10:20, plus QZ section
Credits:
4
c.
MPH Core Courses
·
HSERV
511 B, Introduction to Health Services & Public Health:
Required for all MPH Students. Prerequisite for required HSERV 510 in Spring.
You
must register for section B.
Add
Code:
Not required
Time:
TTh
8:30-9:50
Credits:
3
Grading:
MPH students must take for a grade.
IHP
Students:
Substitute EPI 531 below.
·
EPI
531, Problems in International Health:
Required for IHP Students. Prerequisite for required HSERV 510 in Spring.
Add
Code:
Sarah Frey at sfrey@u.washington.edu
Time:
TTh
8:30-9:50
Credits:
3
Grading:
IHP students must take for a grade.
·
ENVH
577 Risk Assessment:
One of choices for required MPH Environmental Health Course. See MPH Checklist
at http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/current%20_students.htm
for more information.
Add
Code:
Not required
Time:
TTh
9:00-10:20 (Conflicts with HSERV 511; Starts at 8:00 for 4 credits)
Credits:
3-4
Grading:
MPH students must take for a grade.
d.
Epidemiology Electives
·
EPI
530, AIDS, Multidisciplinary Approach
Time:
WF 10:30-11:50
Add code:
Not required
Credits:
2
Grading:
CR/NC
Note:
Counts as EPI elective for master’s students, but not as the required ID
course for PhD students.
·
EPI
531, Problems in International Health:
See information above under MPH core courses. Open to all SPHCM students if
space.
·
EPI
590 C, Principles of Injury Research:
Add
Code:
Not required
Time:
MW
11:00-12:20
Credits:
3
Note:
Counts for Chronic Disease requirement for PhD students.
·
EPI
590 D, Research Methods
(Not the same as Epi 590 O in summer.)
Add Code:
Required from rca@u.washington.edu
Time:
T
1:30-3:30; Th 2:00-4:20 (Meets in different rooms.)
Credits:
3
Note:
Counts as EPI elective
·
EPI
593, Cancer Prevention Research
Students
conducting research with Professor Emily White may register. Counts toward total
required credits, but not as an EPI elective.
Add code:
Required from rca@u.washington.edu
Credits:
Variable
Note:
Does not count as EPI elective for any degree, but does count toward total
credits.
e.
Elective Courses for Advanced Students:
You may be able to take an advanced elective if you have some
background in epidemiologic methods and permission of instructor. See
time schedule.
CHILDCARE REFERRAL SERVICES
The Childcare Assistance Program (http://depts.washington.edu/ovpsa/childcare; 206-543-1041, 466 Schmitz Hall) provides information about on-campus and off-campus facilities, financial assistance and lactation/changing stations on campus. The Child and Family Resource Referral Services provide detailed referrals based on location, age, scheduling and payment as well as drop in, weekend and evening care and other special circumstances, such as disabilities. Other referral services are also available at this website.
CHILDCARE VOUCHERS
Depending on need and family situation, some students are eligible for childcare vouchers. To apply, file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), available at www.washington.edu/students/osfa/ by the financial aid priority filing date (usually February 1) and a Childcare Request Form to the Childcare Assistance Program (see above). New students should apply as soon as possible. The deadline for continuing students is in May. The Childcare Assistance Program can provide you with a brochure. Please note that not all students with financial need receive vouchers.
ON-CAMPUS CHILDCARE
On-campus childcare for students is also coordinated by the Childcare
Assistance Office, although availability is quite limited. It is offered
at the UW Children's Center at Laurel Village (4200 Mary Gates Memorial Drive,
206-525-5122) and the UW Child Care Center at Radford Court (6311 - 65th NE,
206-543-3737, spcc@u.washington.edu)
where residents of family housing receive priority. More information is at http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/worklife/childcare/childrens_ctrs.html.
Although the West Campus Children's Center (3904 Cowlitz Road, wccc1@u.washington.edu, 206-548-9850,
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/worklife)
and Harborview Cottage School (near the Harborview Medical Center, 206-521-0575,
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/worklife/childcare/csi.hmc.html,
cottageh@u.washington.edu) give
priority to faculty and staff, they do accept the children of students as well.
The charges depend on the children’s ages and your student/faculty/staff
status.
SICK CHILD CARE
Virginia Mason Hospital (downtown, 206-583-6521) offers temporary sick child
care to the public. It is called Tender Loving Care. It fills quickly each day
during the winter months. You have to make a reservation in advance or early on
the morning of illness. It is low cost to University of Washington faculty
and staff, except for a on-time registration fee. Directions and the
registration form is at http://www.virginiamason.org/, and then
search on "Tender Loving Care."
B. ARRIVAL AND GETTING SETTLED
Published on the web by the Graduate and Professional Student Senate, The
Guide to Life provides useful information about a wide range of topics
concerning the University and Seattle. It is located at http://depts.washington.edu/gpss/guide/.
TRANSPORTATION TO THE U-DISTRICT
FROM SEATAC INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Taxis are available outside the baggage claim area of the airport. They cost about $35 plus tip to the University District.
Airporter
Express Bus: Operated by Gray Line, it costs $8.50 ($14 roundtrip) and runs
every 20 to 30 minutes to major downtown Seattle hotels. Board the buses at
either end of the baggage claim area. To get to the U-district from
downtown, take a taxi or a city bus.
Phone: 206-626-6088
Recorded
schedule information: 206-624-5077 or 800-426-7532
Web: http://graylineseattle.com/airportexpress1.cfm
Shuttle Express is a door-to-door van service that will drop off or pick up passengers at any address in the greater Seattle area. It costs about $24 for 1, $30 for 2, etc. plus tip to the University district. Follow the red & black signs to the parking garage, across the sky bridge on the 4th floor. Ride the escalator to the 3rd floor of parking. The office in the center of the garage in the front of row H. If you arrive between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. in the morning, please locate the courtesy phone at the Shuttle Express desk and the reservations agent in our office will take your information. Wait in front of the glass windscreens on the green and blue benches. Your driver will call your name.
To pre-arrange pickup to fly out of Seatac:
Local:
425-981-7000 (8am-5pm)
Toll free: 800-487-7433
(8am-5pm)
Web: http://www.shuttleexpress.com/
City Bus: The local bus company, Metro, operates buses from the
airport to downtown. From there you can catch a bus to the University
District. Exit door 6 from the baggage claim area. Look for
the Metro Bus Bay 2. Take No. 194 express (or 174 non-express), which leaves
every half hour to downtown. It costs about $2 depending on the time of day.
The bus will not give change. When you pay the fare, be sure to ask
for a transfer. Transfer to a 71, 72 or 73 downtown at the University
Street Station, Bay C. When the
tunnel is closed, transfer at 3rd and Union. (The 174 stops at 4th and Union, so walk
1 block downhill to 3rd.) Tell the bus driver the address of your destination
and ask to be let off at the closest stop. You may have to walk a few
blocks. Metro Rider Information is available at http://transit.metrokc.gov/,
206-553-3000.
STUDENT HOST
With two weeks notice, we can usually arrange short-term hospitality with a
student in the program. It should be kept in mind that the student host should
not be expected to provide meals or transportation, although they may do so on
occasion. Also the quality of accommodation may vary; for example, you may be
offered a place to sleep on the sofa in the living room. On the other hand,
staying with a student can provide a good opportunity to learn about the program
from a student's point of view.
HOTELS/MOTELS
Peak and Off-Peak Seasons: Many hotels charge a higher rate during peak season than during off-peak season. Although the exact starting and ending dates vary, peak season is usually mid-May through September.
University Discount: Some nearby hotels and motels offer discounts to new UW students. You may need to present your registration certificate.
Guarantee: Most hotels require a credit card number as a guarantee for reservations. For the credit card guarantee, the following information must be provided: Credit card company, number and expiration date as well as your name as it appears on the credit card. You will be charged for an unused room if you do not cancel in advance. (Ask the hotel for the cancellation deadline, often a day in advance.)
Additional Accommodations: More hotels and motels are listed at http://www.washington.edu/univrel/visitors/accommodations.html
Directions: Bus directions are below. For driving directions refer to the hotel web pages below. To reach the Department refer to the directions under each hotel/motel and "Directions to the Department" at http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/EpiDirect.pdf.
Maps: http://maps.yahoo.com
Enter the address for a map of your destination.
Campus Map: http://www.washington.edu/home/maps/
Bus Schedules/Maps: http://transit.metrokc.gov/
No 44 Schedule/Map: http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s044_0_.html
No 48 Schedule/Map: http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s048_0_.html
No 68 Schedule/Map: http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s068_0_.html
No 70 Schedule/Map: http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s070_0_.html
No 71 Schedule/Map: http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s071_0_.html
No 72 Schedule/Map: http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s072_0_.html
No 73 Schedule/Map:
http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s073_0_.html
Best Western University Tower Hotel: This hotel is a few blocks from the University and one block west of the bus stop at University Way and NE 45th Street. Debark the airport bus at the University Street Tunnel Station. Take the No. 70, 71, 72 or 73 Northbound from Bay A. (After 6 pm, catch the bus on the North side of 3rd Avenue.) Ask the driver to let you off at University Way through the University District and NE 45th Street. Walk to 45th, turn right and walk one block to Brooklyn.
To reach the Health Sciences Building, catch the No. 44 on the opposite side of 45th by University Way to the first Health Sciences Building stop under the overpass. (Ask the driver.) Walk in the same direction until you come to the grassy area in front of the multiple glass doors framed by concrete. Do not enter there but enter the building on the far side of the grassy area at the top of the curving ramp. Turn right and left at the corner. Go to the F-Wing and turn right. Continue to the "T" in the hall. Facing the Epidemiology logo, turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by the windows.
4507 Brooklyn Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98105
Phone: 206/ 634-2000 or 800-899-0251
Fax: 206-547-6029
http://www.meany.com/
University Inn: A ten-minute walk from the campus, the University Inn is on 11th Avenue, four blocks west of the bus stop at University Way and NE 42nd Street. Ask the driver to let you off at 42nd. Walk 4 blocks west. To reach the Epidemiology Department, walk east on 42nd to 15th Avenue NE and turn right. Turn left at NE Pacific Street. The Health Sciences Building is on the far side of the Street. Walk until you come to the grassy area in front of the multiple glass doors framed by concrete. Do not enter there but enter the building on the far side of the grassy area at the top of the ramp. Turn right and left at the corner. Go to the F-Wing and turn right. Continue to the "T" in the hall. Facing the Epidemiology logo, turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by the windows.
4140 Roosevelt Way
Seattle, WA 98105
Phone; 206-632-5055 or 800-733-3855
Fax: 206/ 547-4937
www.universityinnseattle.com
University Motel: Twenty minute walk from campus, the University Motel is on 12th Avenue, between 47th and 50th. Debark the airport bus at the University Street Tunnel Station in downtown Seattle. Take the No. 70, 71, 72 or 73 Northbound from Bay A. (After 6 pm, catch the bus on the North side of 3rd Avenue - above ground.) Ask the driver to let you off at 45th. Walk 1 block north and 2 blocks west. Turn right and walk almost to 50th.
To reach the Epidemiology Department, walk to NE 50th Street and turn right. Catch the No. 48 bus to the first Health Sciences Building stop. Walk in the same direction as the bus until you come to the grassy area in front of the multiple glass doors framed by concrete. Do not enter there but enter the building on the far side of the grassy area at the top of the ramp. Turn right and left at the corner. Go to the F-Wing and turn right. Continue to the "T" in the hall. Facing the Epidemiology logo, turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by the windows.
4731 12th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98105
(800) 522-4720
univmotel@aol.com
http://www.university-hotel.com
University Travelodge: A motel on the east side of the University, about 3/4 of a mile from the Health Sciences Building. Debark the airport bus at the University Street Tunnel Station. Take the No. 70, 71, 72 or 73 Northbound from Bay A. Ask the bus driver to let you off at the Campus Parkway and Brooklyn stop. Change to the No. 68 and ask the driver to let you off at the nearest stop to University Village Plaza NE. Walk back to 25th Avenue NE and turn right.
To return to Health Sciences, catch the No. 68 Southbound. Get off at
the Health Sciences stop. Cross the street and take one of small paths
that go south through the bushy area. Cross the pedestrian bridge.
At the "T" in the hall with the TV monitor, turn right to the F-Wing
and immediately turn left. Continue to the "T" in the hall with
the Environmental Health logo. Go down two floors to the 2nd floor. Facing
the Epidemiology logo, turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last
office on the right by the windows.
To return to Health Sciences on foot, take the Burke-Gilman Trial which runs
right behind the Silver Cloud Inn and will eventually run parallel to NE Pacific
Street as it goes further south along the campus. Take the first
pedestrian overpass leading into the Health Sciences Building. You will
see it crossing to your left as you follow the trail. Veer right and turn
left over the bridge. You will enter the building on the fourth floor.
Walk to the end of the lobby where there is a "T" with a campus map on
the wall and a video monitor. Go right and then take an immediate left to
the F Wing. When you reach the end of the hall and see the Environmental
Health logo, go down two floors. On the second floor, facing the
Epidemiology logo, take a right and an immediate left. The Epidemiology
Program Office is at the end of the hall by the windows.
4725 25th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98105
206/ 525-4612 or 1-800-578-7878
www.travelodge.com
College Inn Guest House: The College Inn has bathrooms on each hall, but no private bathrooms, and there is no elevator. Smoking is not allowed at the College Inn. It does not have a parking lot. It is located across the street from the campus and half a block west of the bus stop at NE 40th Street and University Way. Debark the airport bus at the University Street Tunnel Station. Take the No. 70, 71, 72 or 73 Northbound from Bay A. (After 6 pm, catch the bus on the North side of 3rd Avenue.) Ask the driver to let you off at University Way and NE 40th Street.
To reach the Epidemiology Department, walk south on University Way to NE Pacific Street and cross it. Turn left on the far side of the street. The Health Sciences Building is past 15th Avenue NE and the 1st overpass. Walk until you come to the grassy area in front of the multiple glass doors framed by concrete. Do not enter there but enter the building on the far side of the grassy area at the top of the curving ramp. Turn right and left at the corner. Go to the F-Wing and turn right. Continue to the "T" in the hall. Facing the Epidemiology logo, turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by the windows.
4000 University Way
Seattle, WA 98105
206/ 633-4441
Fax: 206-547-1335
Email: mgr@collegeinnseattle.com
http://www.collegeinnseattle.com
YWCA: The downtown YWCA offers basic accommodation to women with convenient bus connections to the University. A few rooms have private baths, but most do not. It offers both daily and weekly rates. Reservations should be made a week in advance. To reach the YWCA from SeaTac Airport, debark the airport bus at the University Street Tunnel Station (downtown). Go up to street level and walk up the hill two blocks to Seneca. The YWCA is on the corner of 5th and Seneca.
To reach the Epidemiology Department, walk two blocks downhill to 3rd. Cross the street to the bus tunnel. Take the 70, 71, 72 or 73 going Northbound from Bay A in the University Street Bus Tunnel (downtown) to the University District. Get off the bus at Campus Parkway and University Way. Walk in the same direction and turn right on University Way. At NE Pacific Street, turn left. The Health Sciences Building is past 15th Avenue NE on the far side of the Street. Walk under the first overpass until you come to the grassy area in front of multiple glass doors framed by concrete. Do not enter there, but enter the building on the far side of the grassy area at the top of the ramp. Turn right and left at the corner. Go to the F-Wing and turn right. Continue to the "T" in the hall. Facing the Epidemiology logo, turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by the windows.
1118 Fifth Avenue
Seattle, WA
206-461-4888
http://www.seattleymca.org/page.cfm?ID=home
Green Tortoise Hostel: This is a downtown hostel with dormitory-style accommodations for out-of-town visitors to the Seattle area. You do not need to be a member of any international youth hostel organizations. To reach the hostel from the Sea-Tac airport, debark the airport bus at the Westlake Tunnel Station. When you emerge onto the street, turn left on Pine, walk two blocks, turn left on 2nd. The hostel is on the right side of the street.
To reach the Epidemiology Department, enter the bus tunnel at the Westlake stop on 4th and Pine . Take the 70, 71, 72 or 73 going Northbound from Bay A to the University District. Get off the bus at Campus Parkway and University Way. Walk in the same direction and turn right on University Way. At NE Pacific Street, turn left. The Health Sciences Building is past 15th Avenue NE on the far side of the Street. Walk until you come to the grassy area in front of the multiple glass doors framed by concrete. Do not enter there, but enter the building on the far side of the grassy area at the top of the curving ramp. Turn right and left at the corner. Go to the F-Wing and turn right. Continue to the "T" in the hall. Facing the Epidemiology logo, turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by the windows.
1525 Second Avenue
Seattle, WA
206-340-1222
info@greentortoise.net
http://www.greentortoise.net
Hostelling International Seattle: This is a downtown hostel with dormitory-style accommodations for out-of-town visitors to the Seattle area. The rates are around $19 - $35. You should join Hostelling International for $28 in advance at http://www.hiusa.org.
To reach the hostel from the Sea-Tac airport, debark the airport bus at the University Street Tunnel Station (downtown). When you emerge onto the street, turn towards the water and turn right. Walk one block to Union Street. Turn left towards the water and walk three blocks. You will see stairs with a sign for the hostel and an arrow. The stairs will take you to the door.
To reach the Epidemiology Department, enter the bus tunnel at the University Street Tunnel Station (downtown) on 3rd and Seneca. Take the 70, 71, 72 or 73 going Northbound from Bay A to the University District. Get off the bus at Campus Parkway and Brooklyn Avenue. Walk in the same direction and turn right on University Way. At NE Pacific Street, cross the street and turn left. The Health Sciences Building is past 15th Avenue NE on the far side of the Street. Walk under the overpass until you come to the grassy area in front of the multiple glass doors framed by concrete. Do not enter them, but enter the building on the far side of the grassy area at the top of the ramp. Turn right and left at the corner. Go to the F-Wing and turn right. Continue to the "T" in the hall. Facing the Epidemiology logo, turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by the windows.
84 Union Street
Seattle, WA
206-622-5443
reserv@hiseattle.org
http://www.hiseattle.org
University Silver Cloud Inn: A motel on the Northeast side of campus, a fifteen minute walk away. If you are on I-5 going north, take the 45th Street Exit (Exit 169). Stay on 45th going East until you pass the campus and come to the bottom of a long, steep hill where there is a "Y". Veer right and merge, then immediately veer right again. Turn right at the light onto 25th . The Silver Cloud is two blocks north on 25th on the right side, just past the University Village shopping center.
To reach the Silver Cloud by bus, debark the airport bus (194 or 174) at the
University Street Tunnel Station (downtown). Take the No. 70, 71, 72 or 73
Northbound from Bay A. Ask the bus driver to let you off at the Campus
Parkway and Brooklyn stop. Change to the No. 68 and ask the driver to let
you off at the closet stop to the motel.
To return to Health Sciences by bus, catch the No. 68 Southbound. Get off
at the Health Sciences stop. Cross the street and take one of small paths
that go south through the bushy area. Cross the pedestrian bridge.
Cross the lobby to the "T" in the hall with the campus map and TV
monitor, turn right to the F-Wing and immediately turn left. Continue to
the "T" in the hall with the Environmental Health logo and go down two
floors to the 2nd floor. Facing the Epidemiology logo, turn right and left
at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by the windows.
To return to Health Sciences on foot, take the Burke-Gilman Trial which runs right behind the Silver Cloud Inn and will eventually run parallel to NE Pacific Street as it goes further south along the campus. Take the first pedestrian overpass leading into the Health Sciences Building. You will see it crossing to your left as you follow the trail. Veer right and turn left over the bridge. You will enter the building on the fourth floor. Walk to the end of the lobby where there is a "T" with a campus map on the wall and a video monitor. Go right and then take an immediate left to the F Wing. When you reach the end of the hall and see the Environmental Health logo, go down two floors. On the second floor, facing the Epidemiology logo, take a right and an immediate left. The Epidemiology Program Office is at the end of the hall by the windows.
5036 25th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA
(800) 205-6940
www.silvercloud.com
Eastlake Inn: This Inn is a five-minute drive or bus ride and a twenty-minute walk from the Health Sciences Building. If you are driving from Sea-Tac Airport, take I-5 North to exit 168A, Lakeview Boulevard. After you exit, turn left on Lynn and left on Eastlake. The Inn is five buildings down on your right. Debark the airport bus at the University Street Tunnel Station in downtown Seattle. Take a non-express No. 70, 71, 72 or 73 Northbound from Bay A. (After 6 pm, catch the bus on the North side of 3rd Avenue - above ground.) Ask the bus driver to drop you off at the nearest stop.
To reach the Epidemiology Department, catch a 70, 71, 72 or 73 bus headed
north on Eastlake Avenue. Get off the bus at Campus Parkway and Brooklyn.
Walk in the same direction and turn right on University Way. At NE Pacific
Street, cross the street and turn left. The Health Sciences Building is past 15th Avenue NE on
the far side of the Street. Walk until you come to the grassy area in
front of the multiple glass doors framed by concrete. Do not enter them,
but enter the building on the far side of the grassy area at the top of the
ramp. Turn right and left at the corner. Go to the F-Wing and turn
right. Continue to the "T" in the hall. Facing the
Epidemiology logo, turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last
office on the right by the windows.
If you are driving to campus, head northeast on Eastlake and cross the
University Bridge. Just at the end of the bridge veer right and turn onto NE
Campus Parkway. Turn right onto Brooklyn Avenue and cross NE Pacific
Street. Continue to Boat Street and turn right for meter parking.
Walk toward the large Health Sciences Complex to the East via Boat Street.
Pass the parking kiosk. The F-Wing of the Health Sciences Center will be on your
left hand side. It is the first red brick wing. Go up the concrete stairs
on the far side of the F-Wing and turn left. Enter the glass doors and
turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by
the windows.
2215 Eastlake Avenue East
Seattle, WA
(206) 322-7726
Chambered Nautilus Bed and Breakfast Inn: A thirty minute walk to the Health Sciences Building. Other transportation options to campus include a convenient ten minute taxi ride or a possible ride from the innkeepers if they are not too busy.
To reach the Chambered Nautilus from the SeaTac Airport, take I-5 North to the NE 50th Street Exit. Turn right on 50th Street and follow it until it almost ends at 20th Avenue NE. There is a flashing red stoplight at the intersection. Turn left on 20th NE. Follow 20th to 54th Street and turn right. At the bottom of the hill turn right onto 22nd Avenue NE. The house is a large blue Georgian Colonial on the right hand side of the road, about 200-300 yards down.
To reach the Epidemiology Department on foot, take 20th Avenue NE heading
south to 45th street, where you will take a right. Walk 3 blocks and take
a left on 17th Avenue. Continue on 17th, which turns into Memorial Way.
When the road come to a circle and you see Parrington Hall on your
right, cross to the flagpole and go down the steps on the other side. This
will bring you into Red Square. Pass the Suzallo Library (gothic cathedral style
building) on your left and descend the stairs. From the far side of Drumheller
Fountain, facing Mount Rainier, walk past the Chemistry Building and veer right on Garfield
Lane. Cross Steven's Way and continue on the walkway past the bus shelter
through the bushes until you reach the pedestrian overpass. Cross it and enter
the Health Sciences Building. Go through the second set of doors and cross the
lobby to the "T" in the hall. There will be a map and video monitor on
the wall. Take a right and an immediate left into the F-Wing and
walk all the way to the end (to the “T”) at the Environmental Health logo. Go
down two floors. Facing the
Epidemiology Logo, turn right and take an immediate left.
F262 is the last room on the right by the windows.
5005 - 22nd Avenue NE
Seattle, WA
(800) 545-8459/(206) 522-2536
stay@chamberednautilus.com
http://www.chamberednautilus.com
First Hill Apartments: First Hill accommodations also have kitchens and are fully furnished. They require a short bus ride to the University. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available and there is a discount for payment with cash or check. To reach the apartments, transfer to bus No. 2 from Nos. 194/174. The apartment van will take guests to the stop for the University of Washington Health Sciences Express Bus. Exit the bus at the D-Wing of the Health Science Building. Walk ahead to the stairs and go up. Turn left at the top of the stairs. Enter the glass door. Turn right and left at the corner. F262 is the last office on the right by the windows.
400 10th Avenue
10th and Terrace
206-621-9229
There are several options for permanent housing including university graduate housing, family housing, rental homes, rental apartments or rental rooms in shared housing.
The rents for middle-class homes vary from $1,200 to $2,500 depending on the size and quality. Apartments cost from $600 to $1,500. Rooms in shared housing cost about $450 to $650 per month. There are quite a few homes that rent to students close to the University. However, the better rooms tend to fill quickly starting in August. Fortunately, more rooms are available at a greater distance from the University and Seattle has an excellent bus system, which students can use for $44 per quarter. In addition to the U-District, students often find housing in the following neighborhoods: Wallingford, Laurelhurst, Sandpoint, Montlake, Capitol Hill, Downtown, Northgate, Lake City, Greenlake, and Ravenna. If you have financial support, you should also keep in mind you work location.
GRADUATE STUDENT HOUSING
You should have received a reply card with your admission information from the
Registrar. Return the postcard to receive a brochure and application or call the
offices directly. The University has limited graduate student housing for single
students in dormitory rooms and shared apartments in Stephens Court close to the
Health Sciences Center. The apartments are furnished with single lockable
bedrooms and shared restroom, kitchen and living room facilities. The cost is
usually lower than off-campus housing. Single rooms are available in quiet
dormitories for upper class and graduate students in Hansee and Mercer Halls.
The cost depends on the meal plan. These options are very popular so send your
application in early. If they are full, it is worthwhile to put your name on the
waiting list because there are often cancellations. Residence Hall information
is available on the web at http://hfs.washington.edu/student_housing/residence_halls/.
You may also contact the Housing Office directly at:
Housing and
Food Services
301 Schmitz Hall, Box 355842
Seattle, WA 98195-5842
206-543-4059
hfsinfo@u.washington.edu
http://hfs.washington.edu/
Additional housing information is available at http://hfs.washington.edu/student_housing/single_student_apartments/.
UW faculty and staff may also be eligible. Radford Court Apartments are
managed by a private company for UW. Prices are at market rates.
Information on this housing option is available at http://www.radfordcourt.com/.
FAMILY
HOUSING
The University has several family housing facilities. (Family housing is available for married couples, registered same-sex domestic partners and single parents.) There is quite a demand for family housing so get your application in early. There is a 1-2 year waitlist depending on financial need. Most apartments require a bus ride to the university. The units located at a distance from the university have play spaces and parking. Pets may not be allowed. Commodore-Duchess is managed for UW by a private company. It is very close to UW, but parking is more expensive. Contact Family Housing at the address above or visit the web site at http://hfs.washington.edu/student_housing/family_apartments/.
STUDENT RENTAL INFORMATION
Rental notices are often posted on the bulletin board across from the E-court cafe. The central information office for off-campus housing is in the HUB (Student Union) on upper campus. It is most easily accessed through the ASUW web-site below. You must have set up a UW NetID to access the ASUW housing list. However, the website has useful information about neighborhoods and access to classified ads from local newspapers. Notices are also in the student newspaper, the Daily at http://thedaily.washington.edu/classifieds.lasso.
G20 Husky Union Building (HUB)
(206) 543-8997
asuwsha@u.washington.edu
http://housing.asuw.org
(The office is only staffed a few hours per day. It cannot return
long-distance calls.)
Apartment and rental housing listings are available in the Seattle Times classified ads. These listings are also available online at http://www.seattletimes.com/. Click on NWClassified/Rentals, select the neighborhood you wish to check.
The cost and quality of accommodation varies widely. Some student boarding houses or shared housing may not be well kept up or clean. The only way to find out is to ask the landlord and/or view the property. Another concern in shared housing may be housemates who play loud music or have loud parties. The best solution is to ask the habits of the other students.
APARTMENT GUIDE
There are a number of online apartment search sites. Some charge and some are free. Use a Google advanced search using the words "apartment seattle." You can also list the neighborhood you want. http://www.google.com/
APARTMENTS NEAR THE UNIVERSITY
There are numerous options and one of the best ways to find an apartment is to walk around the university district and look for apartment buildings and "For rent" signs.
FACULTY EXCHANGE HOUSING
Faculty and staff on sabbatical often advertise rental housing through this service. Some faculty exchange housing may be furnished. The particulars are listed below:
231 Cunningham Hall
Phone: 206-543-6252 (The office cannot return
long-distance phone calls.)
Email: vfhs@u.washington.edu
Hours: M-F,
9-12:30
Note: This office is run by volunteers.
PETS
It is quite difficult to find rental facilities that will accept dogs or cats. Washington law requires payment of a cleaning fee if you have animals in your apartment or house. It is extremely difficult to find accommodation for large dogs, although a few private home owners with yards may accept a large dog.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Additional housing resources available on the web:
http://classifieds.nwsource.com/classified/
http://classifieds.nwsource.com/rentals/
http://seattle.craigslist.org/apa/
To establish residency for tuition purposes, you must
establish bona fide domicile, including working and
volunteering for at least 20 hours/week, or your spouse doing the same in
Washington State for a full calendar year prior to the start of the quarter for
which you apply for residency. (International students are not eligible.)
Purchasing property and/or enrolling your child in school or preschool can
help you qualify for residency. It is very important to be involved in
community organizations.
Most postdoctoral fellows and other students
who have a half time position should qualify for WA resident classification after one
year. (Predoctoral fellows earning at least $500/month and 50% RA/TAs are
eligible for a waiver of the non-resident portion of tuition during their
appointment.)
To have the best
chance of gaining residency after a year, immediately obtain (within 30 days of arrival in
Washington) and keep proof of the
following:
1.
Washington Driver's
License or Identification Card1
2.
Washington State License
Plates1
(This cannot wait until your current plates expire if more
than 30 days from your arrival in the state.)
3.
Register to
vote with form at http://www.secstate.wa.gov/elections/register.aspx.
4.
Establish a bank account
& keep proof of the date.
5.
Keep all rent receipts
& pay stubs.
6.
Retain proof of dates of
your children’s school enrollment
7.
Keep proof of
participation in local professional, business, civic, religious or other
organizations.
1The address of the nearest
licensing offices are listed below.
Current residency guidelines and application forms are
available at: http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/residency.html
If you have questions contact:
Residence Classification Office
206-543-4188
209 Schmitz Hall
The Department requires students who are
eligible, to become state residents after one year. Non-resident
differential tuition waivers are not available for second year postdoctoral
fellows. Apply during your 10th month of living in Washington to
try to obtain residency by the next quarter.
REGISTERING TO VOTE
You can register to vote at the Student Center
(HUB) Information Desk, municipal libraries, city or county clerks' offices or
the Department of Licensing when you obtain your Driver's License. Voter
registration forms are at http://www.secstate.wa.gov/elections/register.aspx.
Fill out, sign and mail in the form downloaded from the
web.
LICENSES
Note: State License offices are closed on Mondays.
Driver’s License: You will need your license, another form of photo ID, and a supporting document. The Driver’s Guide for the test is at http://www.dol.wa.gov/ds/dl.htm. The nearest Department of Licensing Office is listed below:
320 N 85th St (At intersection with Phinney Avenue N.)
Seattle, WA
98103-3697
Tues- Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm,
Thurs 9:30am - 5:00pm
Sat 8:30am
- 2:30pm
(206) 706-4268
Other locations are listed at http://www.dol.wa.gov/drivers.htm.
Auto License: You also need to change your auto license plates within 30 days. The closest auto license office is at:
University License Agency
5615 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA
98105-2737
Office Hours: Tues-Fri: 9:00-5:00
Saturday Hours:
9:00-2:30
Telephone Number: (206) 522-4090
Other locations are at: https://wws2.wa.gov/dol/vsagents/.
Each autumn, prior to the start of the quarter, the Department of Epidemiology holds a required orientation session.
RA/TA UNION ORIENTATION
There will be a new RA orientation during the second half of September.
EPIDEMIOLOGY ORIENTATION
The departmental orientation will deal with academic, logistical and other practical issues. It is an excellent time to get to know your classmates and some of the continuing students as well. You are required to attend. Previous students have found it very helpful and a time saver in dealing with bureaucratic issues. Some academic and administrative procedures require timely handling or will result in serious consequences, including loss of insurance, extra tuition expenses and delayed graduation. You will also have the opportunity to talk with current students about how to succeed in the program and, for doctoral students, how to prepare for the preliminary examination.
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH AUTUMN KICK-OFF
The School of Public Health will hold an Autumn Kick-off that will include information about interesting classes in other departments, specialized certificate programs, and a social event.
WELCOME RECEPTION
Early in Autumn Quarter, the Department organizes a welcome reception. This is
well attended by faculty, students and staff and provides an excellent
opportunity to meet colleagues. The event is usually held at the Crow's Nest in
the South Campus Center; families and friends are invited so it is a fun time
for all.
You will need a student Husky Card (UW Plastic ID). To obtain your student
Husky Card, take the quarterly validation sticker that was mailed with your registration
confirmation and a photo ID to 229 Schmitz Hall. When you receive it, attach your
UPass (bus pass) sticker to the back of the card unless you decide not to use your
UPass. If you don't want the UPass, you must return it prior to the tuition due date
or you will be charged. You should take the card to the Health Sciences Library in Room T227
to obtain a library authorization and a PIN number. A Husky Card Account
is required for printing at some computer labs. It also offers a reduction
in daily parking fees in lot E-1, and can be used at most University cafeterias
and cafes. You may also use a credit or debit card to make a deposit
online or payroll deduction if you receive a UW paycheck. Consult http://hfs.washington.edu/husky_card/
for more information.
Many agencies use social security numbers as identification numbers. If
you do not have one already, it is advisable to apply for one as soon as
possible. (International students who do not have a job or fellowship at
UW may not be able to obtain a social security number.) To apply for a
social security number, take your passport and all visa documents to the
Social Security Office. The nearest one is at 901 Lenora, Suite #100, at
the corner of 9th and Lenora in downtown (toll free 800-772-1213, TTY
800-325-0778). Take the No. 70 bus from Campus Parkway. It is best
to arrive mid-morning or early afternoon. If you arrive late in the day,
you may not be served. The Social Security Office is open
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Information is also available
at http://www.ssa.gov/.
C. DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATION
For students relatively new to epidemiology, becoming familiar with sources of information is important. A lot of information about public health and epidemiology is available on the web at http://sphcm.washington.edu/.
ORGANIZATIONS
Below are listed several of the principal organizations of interest to Epidemiology students. Many of our students have presented posters (and even seminars) at these organizations. The submission deadline is usually several months in advance of the annual conference. Visit the indicated websites for the submission deadlines. In addition, virtually all specialty areas of medicine and health have professional associations, which publish journals and hold conferences.
Student Public Health Association (SPHA): This is a University of Washington student association. All students enrolled in the School of Public Health and Community Medicine are automatically members. The SPHA sponsors interdisciplinary seminars and symposia, social events, and the spring SPHCM picnic. It also serves as a student advocacy group within the School. Students are encouraged to become involved as board members or event organizers. For more information email spha@u.washington.edu.
Society for Epidemiologic Research (SER): This is the primary professional organization of epidemiologists. The two main activities are the annual meeting (mid- to late June) and publication of the American Journal of Epidemiology (AJE). To join SER, visit http://www.epiresearch.org/memberinfo.html or call 1-801-525-0231.
American Public Health Association (APHA): This is the most visible public health organization. It is made up of sections including one for epidemiology. You may belong to this or another section that interests you (e.g., occupational health, maternal and child health, international health). The main activities of interest to students are the annual meeting (late October/early November) and the American Journal of Public Health (AJPH). The pre-registration deadline for the conference is usually early August. Student membership includes a subscription to AJPH. Contact APHA, 800 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20001, 202-777-APHA, http://www.apha.org/ for information.
Washington State Public Health Association (WSPHA): The annual conference is in late September/early November. The pre-registration deadline is usually around September 1. The WSPHA is like the APHA, but on the state level. For information, visit http://www.wspha.org/ or call 425-377-1477.
JOURNALS
All of the journals mentioned above are available in the Health Sciences Library. Issues of the most commonly used journals are housed in the Epidemiology Computer Room in F349. Some important epidemiology journals are listed below.
Epidemiology Monitor - A newsletter for epidemiologists. Keeps tabs on current "hot" topics and people, and has become the single best place to review published job openings for epidemiologists. Contact 770-594-1613, epimon@aol.com, http://www.epimonitor.net/.
American Journal of Epidemiology (AJE) - Includes methodology articles as well as research in all areas of epidemiology. Membership in the Society for Epidemiologic Research (above section) includes a subscription. http://www.aje.oupjournals.org/
New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) - Probably the most influential journal in the health field. Often publishes articles of interest to epidemiologists. Also available on-line. Contact 800-843-6356, nejmcust@nejm.org, http://www.nejm.org/.
Epidemiology - A publication with an environmental health and methodological slant. Web-Site: http://www.epidem.com/ (subscription required).
JAMA: The Journal of the American Medical Association - Contact 800-621-8335, http://www.ama-assn.org/.
ELECTRONIC JOURNALS
The Health Sciences Library provides a free Electrnic Journal Service. It is
on the web at http://healthlinks.washington.edu/journals/.
According to faculty in the Epidemiology Department, the most useful search
package is Ovid. It includes well-known medical journals, such as JAMA, The New
England Journal of Medicine, Lancet, etc. Apparently none of the search services
focus on Epidemiology, but Ovid does include the American Journal of Public
Health. The Library provides a detailed information sheet on how to use Ovid.
Students have an opportunity to participate at the departmental, school, and
university levels. Elections are held in the early Autumn.
Admissions
Representative: A student must be a 3rd year student, who is not in
the process of applying to the PhD program to qualify for this position. The
Admissions Committee representative is a full and active member
of the admissions committee. S/he is responsible for reviewing 10-12
applications for each of 3-5 meetings (~30-60 applications total) in the winter
quarter. The representative also reviews additional applications from internal candidates
in the spring and summer quarters.
Approximate time commitment, depending
on number of applicants: Winter quarter: 10 hours per month; Spring and summer
quarters: 1-2 hours per month. The Admissions Committee reviews all
applications to the Department for the master and doctoral degree
programs.
Curriculum
Representative: Changes in courses and new course proposals are
submitted to the Curriculum Committee for review. Duties as Curriculum Committee
Representative include attending meetings every other month for 1-2 hours,
reading course reviews and other materials in preparation for this meeting, and
getting feedback from fellow students. The total time commitment can be as
little as 2-3 hours every other month, but it can be more depending on how much
student feedback is sought. The committee offers a unique perspective on the
courses offered by the Epi department and allows for important student
contributions to curriculum issues. The student representative is a full, voting
member.
Departmental Student
Representative: The Student Representative participates in
the faculty meetings (with voice, but no vote). Issues of concern to students
may be placed on the faculty meeting agenda. The faculty meetings are
quite interesting and offer an opportunity to get to know faculty members that you might
not otherwise meet. The representative is also responsible for helping plan
and organize Epi Department social activities (like the spring party) and helping out at
departmental events
The Student Public Health Association elects several board members. All SPHCM matriculated students are members and are eligible to vote and run for office. A student representative from the Department also participates on the School of Public Health Student Affairs Committee. One student from this committee sits on the School of Public Health Executive Committee along with the Department Chairs and the Dean.
GPSS: The Epidemiology Department also sends two student
representatives to the Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS). This is
a university-wide forum for issues of concern to all graduate students. GPSS also allocates money to the
students in each department for department-related programs. GPSS is the
official student government for all of the nearly 11,000 graduate and
professional students at the University of Washington. GPSS provides our
students with representation both on campus and in the legislature. In
addition, GPSS acts as a resource center and funds graduate programming and
departmental resources.
The GPSS representatives attend GPSS Senate
meetings, which are held once or twice a month. Typical meetings run about an hour. Each department has two seats
in the Senate to represent the concerns/opinions of each department.
Scott Davis, Ph.D., is the Chair of the Department. Professor Stephen M. Schwartz, Ph.D., is the Graduate Program Director. Professor Nicholas L. Smith is the Alternate Graduate Program Director. Kate O'Brien, the Student Services Manager, coordinates the functions of the office. Our Counseling Services Coordinator (TBA), handles several student service activities. Valerie Tatsuda, Systems Analyst/Programmer III, takes care of applications, and administrative procedures for the Cancer Epidemiology and Biostatistics Training Grant. Departmental Staff with their student-related functions and contact information are listed below. The address of the Epidemiology Program and Main Offices is Campus Box 357236, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195.
Academics: Basic Requirements-Epidemiology Program Office, In-Depth Advice-Your advisor
Add Codes, Practicum Forms, Seminars, Thesis Committees, Doctoral Committees,
General/Final Exams, Degree Progress Checks, Graduation and Curriculum:
Counseling Services Coordinator (TBA), F262 Health Sciences,
206-543-8226
Complex or difficult questions: Kate O’Brien, F262B Health Sciences, 206-685-1762, epi@u.washington.edu
Cancer Epidemiology and Cancer Prevention Appointments, Admissions, Database:
Valerie Tatsuda, F262B Health Sciences, 206-616-1717, vtatsuda@u.washington.edu
Policy Issues, Academic Difficulties: Professor Stephen M. Schwartz,
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, M4-C308, Box 357236, Met II Building,
206-667-4660, stevesch@u.washington.edu
or
Professor Nicholas L. Smith, Cardiovascular Health Research Unit, Box 358085,
Suite 1360 Met II Building, 206-287-2784, nlsmith@u.washington.edu.
Department Administrator, Barbara Byrne Simon, F263 Health Sciences, 206-685-1829, bbyrne@u.washington.edu
Payroll and Appointments, Matt Anderson, F259 Health Sciences, 206-616-1767, matta@u.washington.edu
Travel, Ophelia Ealy, F263 Health Sciences, 206-685-1797
Secretary, Mail, Christine Graving, F263 Health Sciences, 206-543-1065, gravingc@u.washington.edu
D. COMPUTER INFORMATION
Epidemiology is primarily a quantitative field and as such, the use of computers for data analysis, as well as dissemination of findings (e.g., through papers or presentations) is essential. You will be expected to use computers for many Epidemiology courses and all Biostatistics core courses, as well as your thesis or dissertation projects. It is important that you take a STATA course or tutorial if you do not have experience with it. The University disseminates information primarily through a web/email-based information system. You therefore will need to use email and the internet regularly. A guide to university computing services is available on the web at http://depts.washington.edu/cac/.
If you have little or no experience, we strongly urge you to take one or more computer classes, especially to learn to use Web Pine, the UW email system, the internet, word processing, database and statistical software. The statistical software used by the Department includes SAS and STATA (possibly SPSS). The following campus departments offer computer courses for modest fees. Class requirements vary.
Epidemiology Department, non credit STATA course, Autumn Quarter and EPI 51-, a 2-credit SAS class in Winter Quarter. Contact the Epidemiology Program Office (206-685-1762, epi@u.washington.edu) for information.
Computing and Communications (http://www.washington.edu/computing/training/,
206-543-5970, help@cac.washington.edu) offers
computer courses. To order the paper version of the catalog, contact training@u.washington.edu or
206-685-2763. Provide your name, Epidemiology Department, Box 357236.
(They do not mail off campus.)
The Center for Social Science
Computation and Research ( http://julius.csscr.washington.edu/
, 206-543-8110, 145 Savery, csscr@u.washington.edu) offers a series
of overview courses in the 3rd week of September. It covers many essential
aspects of microcomputer operation--from logging on to data analysis. To order a
paper list of courses, follow the same procedure as for Computing and
Networking, but contact the CSSCR.
UW Educational Outreach (http://www.outreach.washington.edu/; 206-543-2300), the College of Engineering Continuing Education Division (206/543-5539) and local community colleges also offer a wide range of computer courses.
EPLT Walk-In Workshops
Educational Partnerships and Learning Technologies (EPLT) offers five series of
free computing workshops. These workshops are taught by UW students, for UW
students. Through peer instruction, students learn from those most in tune with
their needs. Whether students want to learn how to format academic papers
with Microsoft Word, enhance photographs with Adobe Photoshop, design a personal
Web site with Adobe GoLive, or set up a computing network, we are here to help.
The five series are:
Computing Essentials
Certain computing skills are a must for the 21st century professional. Students
will learn about the fundamentals of the Windows and Macintosh operating
systems, file management and file transfer, academic paper formatting,
spreadsheets, and class presentations.
Sample courses include:
Internet and Email Use
MS Office (Word, Excel and Powerpoint)
Catalyst Tools
OS and Networking
Eliminate the need for telephone tech support by developing the skills necessary
to diagnose and resolve hardware and software problems independently. Students
will learn how to manage personal desktops and set up a basic network.
Sample courses include:
Troubleshooting PCs & Macs
Networking
Operating Systems (including UNIX/Linux)
Desktop Publishing
The Adobe Design collection offers professional quality publishing results using
dynamic but simple tools. Students will learn how to produce attention-grabbing
vector graphics, vividly enhance photographs, create top-notch layouts, and
incorporate all these into one publication.
Sample courses include:
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Web Publishing
The Web has become the global medium of choice for corporations, universities
and individuals alike to exchange information and ideas. The skills to create
fun and functional Web sites are useful in a multitude of arenas. Students will
learn Web site design, including planning the look and layout with HTML and CSS
and programming Web applications to make a site interactive and dynamic.
Sample courses include:
Web Site Planning
HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)
CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)
Adobe GoLive
JavaScript
Multimedia
Video, DVD, and other multimedia presentations are the cutting edge of classroom
communication. Students will learn the skills necessary to use state-of-the-art
hardware and software to shoot and edit video, create sophisticated audio, add
special effects, and publish media in a variety of formats.
Sample courses include:
Digital Video Basics
Apple iMovie
Apple Final Cut Pro
Adobe Premiere
Adobe After Effects
Digital Audio Workstation
Digidesign ProTools
Course information, online tutorials and additional information available on the
web at http://depts.washington.edu/sacg/about/showcase/workshops.shtml
All students must have a UW NetID. You will need a UW NetID to
register on-line. Also the Department and University provide program, seminar
and other important information via the web and email to reduce copying costs.
Even if you have another email account you prefer, you must check your UW
email account frequently or forward it your other account. This is the
account listed on the email servers and to which the University sends
information. Go to website www.washington.edu/computing/uwnetid/.
Follow the instructions to create your UW Net ID. You will need the
Private Access Code that was mailed to
you with your Enrollment Packet sent by the Registration Office. If you can't
find it, call 206-543-4000x0. You may select a different password. You'll need your
7-digit student number. If
you have misplaced it, you may email epi@u.washington.edu
to obtain it.
Computing
and Networking (above) offers classes on how to use web browsers and various
email programs, including Pine and Web Pine, the UW email systems.
Once you have set up an UW NetID, please be sure to inform the Epidemiology Program Office (epi@u.washington.edu) by email right away, so you will receive announcements. The Library has stations where you can check your e-mail as does the Epidemiology Computer Room in F349, Health Sciences.
For more information on remote access, consult the Computing and Communications web site listed above, call 206-543-5970 or email help@cac.washington.edu. You can obtain the Internet Connectivity Kit from the Computer and Electronics Branch of University Bookstore at 4300 University Way, 206-545-4382, or you may download it for free from the web if you have another web browser account (http://www.washington.edu/computing/software/uwick/). University Bookstore offers educational discounts on software to students.
The Department has
computer labs in room F-349 and T341 G & R for student use. F-349 is
equipped with PC’s, software, and free laser printing (limit of 1000 pages
for study-related material). It is open to all
Epidemiology students. A combination lock code is required to access the lab on
weekends as well as after 5 pm on weekdays. Students should contact the Lab
Consultant Kris Haskins, to obtain an account in the lab. The
lab account will enable the student to log on to the machines in the lab
and to store her/his files on the server. There will be a required lab
orientation to use the computers and to avoid problems later. Mr.
Haskin's email address is khask@u.washington.edu.
Direct all
questions relating to the lab to him.
The computers in the lab run on the Windows 2000 platform. Programs currently on the computers include the following:
MS Windows 2000
MS Office XP
Excel
Word
PowerPoint
Acces
STATA 6.0
EndNote 4.0
MS Internet Explorer
There are 2 licenses for each of the following programs:
SPSS 10.1.3 (2
licenses)
SAS for Windows 8.2 (2 licenses)
DBMS/Copy 7.0 (2 licenses)
A few program
manuals are available in the lab.
After hours access: You must obtain
a keycard and wear a Health
Sciences Center picture ID to use the lab before 6 a.m., after 7 p.m. or on
weekends. If you have a picture ID from a cooperating medical center
including CHRMC, FHCRC, and HMC, you do not have to get another photo ID. Contact Matt Anderson, (matta@u.washington.edu,
206-616-4053 or F259 Health Sciences) for the procedures..
OTHER MICROCOMPUTERS
FOR USE OR PURCHASE
The Health Sciences Library has Apple Macintosh and PCs, which may be used free by Epidemiology students. The Commons in Odegaard Undergraduate Library (http://depts.washington.edu/sacg/facilities/labs/hours.shtml, uwired@u.washington.edu, 206-616-7173) is open 24 hours per day during the academic year. Other computer labs are listed at http://www.washington.edu/computing/compmap.html. There is a charge for printing. In some labs, you need a Husky Card Account to pay for printing. Computer consulting for UW systems is available from help@cac.washington.edu. Some students choose to purchase their own computer. As with all major purchases, it would be beneficial to investigate different products, prices and vendors. Institutional discounts on hardware and software are available through the University Bookstore Computing and Electronics Center, 1408 NE 43rd Street, 206-545-4382. You can also contact them at http://www.bookstore.washington.edu or via e-mail at ubscomp@u.washington.edu. The best prices may be obtained elsewhere depending on the system you choose.
LOCKE COMPUTER LAB
The Locke Computer Lab (T271, http://depts.washington.edu/uwiredhs/, uwiredhs@u.washington.edu, 206-543-9275) offers free use of graphics workstations, flatbed scanners, slide scanners, poster previews, visual programming and manipulation, 3D modeling, and graphing. CD/DVD-writers and video creation transfer to/from computer. It also provides free assistance in using Catalyst for computerized questionnaires and class websites or presentations.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND DIGITAL IMAGING
Photography and Digital Imaging (T271, http://depts.washington.edu/hsasf/photo/index.html
206-543-9275) is part of the Health Sciences Academic Services and
Facilities. The office provides photography, digital imaging, poster printing,
film processing, slide production and scanning on a fee basis.
E. STUDENT RESOURCES
The Graduate School (Room G1 Communications Building, 206-543-5900, http://www.grad.washington.edu/),
is the source of most of the regulations and procedures for obtaining a graduate
degree. You will need to interact with this office several times in the course
of your studies. For example, the Graduate School verifies enrollment,
formalizes the creation of doctoral supervisory committees, finalizes passage or
failure of the General and Final Examinations, as well as establishing the rules
for theses and dissertations. Although this may seem quite bureaucratic and
impersonal, the staff of the Student Services Division of the Graduate School is
very helpful. In general, students should contact the Epidemiology Program
Office before going directly to the Graduate School because we act as a liaison
with the Graduate School and many documents require prior departmental
approval.
The primary reference library for Epidemiology students is the Health Sciences Library. In addition, useful material may be available at Suzzallo-Allen Libraries (upper campus) or the Health Services Information Center (H668E, 8-4:30 M-F). The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center also has an extensive library for employees. Some journals may also be found at Harborview Medical Center Library, as well as other hospitals in the area. In order to check out materials, you must take your Husky Card to the Library to have it activated. If you wish to access proprietary databases and on-line search services from off campus, you must also obtain a PIN number from the Library.
HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY, T-227 Health Sciences, 206-543-3390, http://healthlinks.washington.edu/hsl/.
Getting
Started: http://healthlinks.washington.edu/howto/getstarted/
Hours/Services: Consult the web site or phone above for hours and services.
Reserve Desk: Located on the third floor near the computer area. You need your Husky Card to check out reserve materials. The Reserve Desk closes a half hour before the Library closes.
Videos of Core Classes: The core Epidemiology and Biostatistics core courses are video taped. Tapes can be checked out at the Reserve Desk for in-library use during the quarter of the course only. (Generally only one copy is available.) An older copy of the EPI 512-513 lectures is available in the main Epidemiology Office (F263) for checkout. Please note, videotaping of courses is done at the instructor's discretion. Be sure to check with the instructor for availability.
Fines: Fines are incurred for all overdue reserve materials. There are no overdue fines for other circulating materials unless they are requested by another user or if they are more than 30 days overdue.
Tours: A few tours may be available close to Autumn Quarter. Schedules are available at the web site listed above below "Classes
Classes: Classes are available concerning the internet and database search strategies. Course lists are available on the web at http://healthlinks.washington.edu/hsl/classes/.
Group Study Rooms: There are about 20 rooms that can be reserved for group study. Reservations can be made at the Circulation Desk.
The Office of Student Services for the School of Public Health and Community Medicine is in F-350, and can be reached at http://sphcm.washington.edu/about/studserv.htm, sphoss@u.washington.edu or 206-685-3057. Its services are available to all students, with a commitment to increase enrollment and retention of students of color. It provides assistance in locating sources of financial support, counseling, tutoring, mentors, programs and social events.
The Writing Center, sponsored by the English Department, helps students improve
their writing. Once you have drafted a document, you can make an
appointment to have the Writing Center review it with you. They will make
suggestions concerning organization, grammar and style, as needed.
Although they accept walk-ins if they are not too busy, it is best to make an
appointment in advance.
Writing Center
B12 Padelford
206-685-2876
wcenter@u.washington.edu
http://depts.washington.edu/wcenter/base.html
The University of Washington offers a number of resources for students from diverse populations. The campus offices listed here offer a guide to various activities on campus, but are not exhaustive.
Campus resources for minority students
Office of Student Services
The Office of Student Services for the
School of Public Health and Community Medicine has a special commitment to
increase enrollment and retention of persons of color. It is located in F-356D,
and can be reached at http://sphcm.washington.edu/prospective/diversity.asp,
sphoss@u.washington.edu or
206-685-3057. Its services
include assistance in locating sources of financial support, counseling,
tutoring, mentors, programs and social events.
Health Sciences Minority Students Program
The Health Sciences
Minority Students Program offers very similar services to the Office of Student
Services above, but for all the health sciences disciplines. Information
is available at T-341, 206-543-7822, or online at http://depts.washington.edu/bridges4/HSMSP/.
Office of Minority Affairs
The Office of Minority Affairs (OMA)
provides a variety of services for all students, and encourages participation and diversity at the University. Information about
its programs and services is available at http://depts.washington.edu/oma/;
206-543-6598 or vpoma@u.washington.edu.
GO-MAP
The Graduate Opportunities and Minority Achievement Program
(GO-MAP) works to develop and maintain a diverse and welcoming climate from
which all graduate students may benefit. GO-MAP offers a Getting Connected
New Student Orientation and Reception each October. If you are interested
in obtaining more information about GO-MAP, its programs, events, resources
and/or services, contact the office at http://www.grad.washington.edu/gomap;
gomap@u.washington.edu or 206-543-9016.
Campus resources for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Students
GLBTC - UW Gay, Lesbian, Transgender Commission
The GLBTC offers a
variety of social, educational and outreach activities throughout the academic
year, including National Coming Out Day and BGLAD Awareness Days.
Their web-site offers an events calendar, as well as links to other campus and
city wide organizations. GLBTC can be contacted at http://depts.washington.edu/asuwgblc,
asuwgblt@u.washington.edu or 206-685-GBLC..
Pride Dawgs
This organization promotes positive queer visibility
and is dedicated to increasing the understanding of queer issues through
educating and outreach to the university community. Pride Dawgs' can be
reached at http://students.washington.edu/prdawgs
or prdawgs@u.washington.edu.
Disabled Student Services, in 448 Schmitz Hall, can be reached at www.washington.edu/students/gencat/front/Disabled_Student.html, 206-543-8925 (voice/TTY) and by e-mail at uwdss@u.washington.edu. It provides many types of disability accommodation to students with temporary or permanent disabilities, including the Access Guide and Mobility Map to the University, barrier-free classroom assignment, sign language interpretation, large print, Braille, taped materials, note takers, scribes and special examination arrangements. It is also a source of resources and referrals. If students have a permanent or temporary disability, they are strongly encouraged to obtain a letter through DSS that will request accommodation from professors and staff. Without such a letter, the University is not under obligation to provide disability accommodation. A letter from your physician will be required and the process takes at least a couple weeks so early application is recommended. If the cause of a disability is sensitive information, it will be kept confidential.
Dial-A-Ride (http://www.washington.edu/upass/shuttle_services/dial_ride.html, 206-685-1511) and Night Ride (http://www.washington.edu/upass/shuttle_services/night_ride.html) from 8 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. during the academic year offer transport to students with disabilities. If you need a wheel chair lift, call 206-255-7160. Local bus companies, including Metro (King County) and Community Transit (Snohomish County) offer disability accommodation. Information on routes serving the University is at http://www.washington.edu/upass/getting_here/routes.html. The Disability Advocacy Student Alliance (http://students.washington.edu/dasa, dasa@u.washington.edu, 206-520-9527), sponsors social functions, support groups, orientation programs, workshops and advocacy groups.
There are many organizations at the University that allow for student participation. Information about student organizations catering to specific groups can be obtained through the Student Activities Office (http://depts.washington.edu/sao/, sao@u.washington.edu, 206-543-2380, 207 HUB).
UW Registered Student Organizations
For a listing of all
registered student organizations: http://depts.washington.edu/sao/dbrso_search.php
For a listing of all registered cultural organizations: http://www.washington.edu/students/sao/cultural.html
ASUW - Associated Students of the UW
ASUW oversees a variety of
student activities and represents student interests at the University. For
a comprehensive listing of functions, visit the web-site at http://depts.washington.edu/asuweb.
Membership in ASUW is free and allows students to vote in University-wide
student elections. Join through the registration system.
GPSS - Graduate and Professional Student Senate
GPSS is an elected
body of 200 students representing the interest of a broad spectrum of graduate
and professional students. The Epidemiology Department elects two GPSS
Senators annually. The web-site is located at http://depts.washington.edu/gpss.
The Sentors may apply for funds to support programs of interest to Epidemiology
students.
Student Public Health Association
The SPHA provides a forum for
Public Health students to address their concerns, socialize and arrange
seminars. It is a consolidated voice that seeks to represent student
interests. For more information on this organization, please e-mail spha@u.washington.edu. All
students in degree programs in the SPHCM are automatically members and can run
for SPHA Board positions.
The University of Washington offers a variety of intramural recreational activities for students.
IMA - Intramural Activities Building
Phone: 206-543-4590,
E-mail: ima@u.washington.edu, Web: http://depts.washington.edu/ima
IMA facilities include indoor tracks, aerobics, basketball,
handball/racquetball courts, martial arts, roller-skating, squash courts,
swimming pool, volleyball, four weight rooms, free weights, an expanded fitness
center and much more. The IMA also allows student spouses/domestic
partners membership on a quarterly fee basis. Review the website for
detailed eligibility information, as well as a full listing of their
recreational offerings. Students using the faculty/staff tuition exemption
must pay faculty rates.
Waterfront Activities Center
The Waterfront Activities Center
offers canoe and rowboat rentals. For a full listing of the services,
contact http://depts.washington.edu/ima/IMA_wac.php,
h20front@u.washington.edu,
206-543-9433.
HALL HEALTH
CENTER
Upper Campus, Northeast of the HUB
Fairly comprehensive medical services for students (and dependents for additional fees) are provided at Hall Health Center by physicians, nurse practitioners, and other providers. Services available include: Medical visits, acute care, immunizations, women's clinic (gynecology), mental health care (psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers), pharmacy (with prescription and non-prescription items), physical therapy and orthopedic care, etc. Visits are generally by appointment, although drop-in care (depending on your problem) may be available. The main phone number is 206-685-1011. A list of hours and clinic phone numbers is on the web-site below. Some services are at no cost, although X-rays, medications, immunizations, pap smears, and other services are on a fee basis. Mental health clinic visits are low cost.
contact
information:
http://www.hallhealthcenter.com/
Patient Service Center: (206) 616-2495
After hours consulting
nurse: (206) 731-2500
Crisis Line: (206) 461-3222
HALL HEALTH MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC
Upper Campus, Northeast of the HUB
Depression is not an uncommon issue for graduate students, especially PhD students. Untreated depression is more likely to become chronic. If you experience depression, we urge you to seek treatment as soon as possible.
Counseling services and medication are offered through Hall Health Center.
Visits are generally by appointment, although drop-in care (depending on your
problem) may be available during the week. A list of hours and clinic phone
numbers is on the web. Mental health clinic visits are low cost if you are
a registered student. All currently enrolled students and their dependents,
alumni, faculty, staff and patients enrolled in selected insurance plans are
eligible for Hall Health services.
Web-Site Address: http://www.hallhealthcenter.com/
Phone: 206-543-5030
COUNSELING CENTER
The Counseling Center (401 Schmitz Hall,
206-543-1240, http://depts.washington.edu/counsels)
staffed by mental health counselors and psychologists, provides a range of services to University of Washington students and to the
campus community. The Center offers personal counseling (individual, group, and couple), crisis consultation, career assessment and interpretation,
outreach, consultation to students and staff about mental health issues, and a variety
of workshops. The Center is open 8-5 Monday through Friday, and offers services by appointment only on Tuesday evening. Students can schedule
appointments by stopping by 401 Schmitz Hall or by calling 206-543-1240.
A variety of services could be helpful for grad students:
Doctoral student support group
Womens therapy group
Individual and couples counseling
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Strong Interest Inventory
Values workshops
Transitions workshops
Biofeedback
Light therapy
Starting Autumn Quarter 2005, matriculated students may receive an intake appointment and the first three counseling appointments of the academic year (Autumn through Summer Quarters) without charge.
For the third year, the Center offers the Counselor on Duty service to the University community. A staff member is available for phone consultation with students, faculty, or staff, or for in-person crisis consultation, from 8-5 Monday through Friday.
For more information about our services, you may wish to visit our recently revised website at http://depts.washington.edu/counsels. The website has enhanced options for student and staff use, including online screenings for depression, anxiety, and other concerns.
Crisis line: 206-461-5030
SPHCM OFFICE OF STUDENT SERVICES
The Office of Student Services
for the School of Public Health and Community Medicine provides informal academic and
personal counseling for all SPHCM students. It is in F-356D, and can be
reached at http://sphcm.washington.edu/about/overview.asp,
cedgar@u.washington.edu, or 206-616-8117.
CRISIS LINE
A 24-hour, free, confidential service, which provides
referrals and personal support for various types of problems including
financial, medical, mental health, etc. The number is 206-461-3222.
You do not have to be experiencing a crisis to call this number. It has a
huge database and can provide referrals to many community organizations.
UW CARELINK
Carelink is a support service for all faculty
(including postdoctoral fellows), professional and classified staff and their
dependents. Up to three CareLink counseling sessions are available free of
charge. It includes legal and financial, family, mental health, relationship,
substance abuse and stress counseling.
Phone:
866-598-3978.
Crisis line: 800-833-3031.
Web
site: http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/worklife/carelink/
STUDENT RIGHTS
AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Student responsibilities, such as scholarly integrity, satisfactory progress, conduct standards and expectations for service as a Research or Teaching Assistant are listed in "Students Rights and Responsibilities" available at http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/student_rights.doc. The Student Handbook contains comprehensive information on important University of Washington's policies about such issues as sexual harassment, student conduct and grievance procedures. It is available at http://www.washington.edu/students/, under "University Policies." Important websites are listed below. It is important to review these documents.
1. Sexual Harassment Policy, Handbook Vol. IV, p.44: http://www.washington.edu/students/handbook/harrass.html
2. Violent, Threatening, Intimidating and Harassing Behavior:
www.washington.edu/admin/hr/pol.proc/work.violence/wk.viol.policy.html
3. Scholarly Integrity Regulations: http://www.washington.edu/faculty/facsenate/handbook/04-09-01.html
4. Graduate Student Service Appointment (RA/TA/Trainee) Rules (update
in progress):
http://www.washington.edu/faculty/facsenate/handbook/04-04-06.htm
5.
UAW Union Rules: http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/laborrel/contracts/uaw/addons
6. Teaching Assistant Evaluation Procedures: http://www.grad.washington.edu/Acad/gsmemos/gsmemo14.htm
7. Student Conduct Code: 34.05 RCW: www.washington.edu/students/handbook/conduct.html
8. Academic Grievance Procedure: "Student Rights and Responsibilities"
and Memorandum 33 at http://www.grad.washington.edu/Acad/gsmemos/gsmemo33.htm
9. Computer Usage: www.washington.edu/computing/rules/
Graduate student employees (now referred to as Academic Student Employees, or
ASE's) ratified a contract for union representation. The contract
covers many aspects of employment at the University, most notably, wages,
benefits, and job protection. Positions represented by UAW
include: Teaching Assistants, Research Assistants, Staff Assistants,
Readers, Graders, Tutors, and other students doing similar work. Represented
employees formally enrolled in the union must pay dues equal to 1.15% of
taxable wages. Those electing to decline full membership will be required
to pay a "service fee" of .9%.
UAW will hold an orientation meeting
shortly before the start of Autumn Quarter. It is your responsibility to
be knowledgeable about the contract. Additional information is available
on the web as part of the orientatio for new or potential RA's at the websites
below:
UAW web: http://faculty.washington.edu/gregoryj/uwunions/gseac.htm
UW
Labor Relations (UW/UAW Contract): http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/laborrel/contracts/uaw/addons/index.html
The
UAW
web site offers basic information, updates, and a comprehensive contract
summary. UW Labor Relations page has an excellent FAQ, classification
description, as well as a full version of the contract.
TRAINING
TA
Training Conference and Other Teaching Resources
The Graduate
School and the Center for Instructional Development and Research offer an annual
TA conference on University Teaching and Learning in mid-September.
Attendance is required for all new TAs, and optional for experienced TAs.
The conference is an all-university event that reflects the commitment of the
entire UW community to preparing TAs, both for teaching at UW and for future professional
responsibilities. To view the schedule and register, visit
http://depts.washington.edu/cidrweb/TAConference.
Other training resources for TA's are at http://depts.washington.edu/cidrweb/TAHandbook/index.html.
CAREERS
The
Epidemiology website provides information about various career paths and a list
of agencies that hire epidemiologists and contact information at http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/careers.htm.
Please note that the Washington State Department of Health currently requires 12
credits of epidemiology and 8 credits of biostatistics in order to hold the
title "Epidemiologist I". This requirement is more credits than required
for the MPH. Our website also provides a list of recent graduates'
employment. (No names mentioned.)
The Center for Career Services
(http://depts.washington.edu/careers/,
206-543-0535) offers resume/CV writing workshops, mock interviews, and tips on
salary negotiation. For a low fee, students and alumni can attend the
Dependable Strengths seminar (offered quarterly). This workshop is
designed to assist students in identifying their strengths and utilize this
information to open new windows of opportunity. Additional workshop and
registration information available on the Center's website.
The Ph.D. Student Resources: http://www.grad.washington.edu/envision/phd/obtainingphd_index.html. (You must page down almost to the end for the School of Public Health). This site provides links to articles, discussion groups, organizations, websites, and other sources devoted to the professional development of doctoral students, both during their graduate studies and beyond.
The University of Washington Ph.D. Employment Resources page: http://www.grad.washington.edu/envision/phd/employment_index.html. This site offers professional development resources especially relevant University of Washington doctoral students.
My Electronic Mentor: Re-envisioning the Ph.D. is developing "My Electronic Mentor" which is an individualized web-based tool that has both interactive and non-interactive areas that help graduate students through the process of obtaining a Ph.D. or Masters. (It is not meant to supplant real mentors, but to supplement their efforts.) The tool is completely under the students' control (confidentiality is assured) to permit access to whomever (peers, advisors, potential employers) the student chooses. The tool develops cumulatively over time in several areas: schema (roadmap); storage (scholarship, seminar, and employment materials, & contacts/links; interactive scholarship (research publications, thesis/dissertation; strategic questions (reflective); scholarly citizenship (service); and showplace (academic & non-academic employment materials). The tool is undergoing final changes and will be released soon. For more information contact Re-envisioning the Ph.D. at envision@u.washington.edu.
The University now offers a variety of career related services, including
Career Connections (for more information visit http://depts.washington.edu/epidem/Career_Connect.pdf),
resume and interview workshops. For more
information visit http://depts.washington.edu/careers/.
F. LOGISTICAL INFORMATION
Current prices are listed; they will probably increase for Autumn 2005.
SHUTTLES
The Health Sciences Express, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, and the Cancer Care Alliance Shuttles serve Health Sciences, Upper Campus, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Harborview Medical Center (HMC), and Children's Regional Medical Center (CHRMC). Night Ride provides free shuttle service during the academic year from 8 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. to locations within about a mile of the campus. Check the web at http://www.washington.edu/upass/index.php for stop locations and time schedules. Most people going to Fred Hutchinson take the FHCRC Shuttle. The bus stop is downstairs from the E-Court at the bus shelter on the north side of the street.
UPASS
You can purchase a UPass for $41 per quarter that will let you travel all over King and Snohomish Counties as well as on Sound Transit, including the Sounder Train Service, from Tacoma to Seattle. You will be sent a UPass with your registration materials. You will be billed with your tuition statement. The sticker must be placed on the back of the Husky Card (plastic ID). If you don't want your student UPass, return it to the Registration Office by the tuition deadline in order to avoid being billed. If you have both a faculty/staff UPass and a student UPass, you will be charged for both. Bus schedules and a Transportation Office are on the north 4th floor T-Wing lobby of the Health Sciences Building, near the overpass to upper campus. (See below for more information.) Bus schedules and a trip planner are at http://transit.metrokc.gov/. Community Transit from Snohomish County is at http://www.communitytransit.org/. Transit from Pierce County is at http://www.soundtransit.org/. Information concerning UPasses may be obtained at www.washington.edu/upass/ or upass@u.washington.edu. Faculty and staff using the faculty/staff tuition exemption are not eligible for student UPasses. They must purchase a UPass through Payroll Deduction from the Transportation Office.
For most people, the best option is the bus. However, parking information is available at www.washington.edu/admin/parking/index.html. There are a number of different options and prices, so only a few important points are summarized here.
Driving on Campus: You cannot even drive onto upper campus or into S1 the Parking Lot behind health sciences 6 a.m. - 9 p.m., M-F and 7 am. - 1 p.m. Saturday without paying unless you have some type of parking permit. It costs $10.00 until 4 p.m. If you only use a loading area for under 30 minutes, you will get most of the money back. In general, the S1 Parking area will not allow students/fellows to park there, except for delivery.
Postdoctoral Fellows and Members of the UAW (RA/TA) Union:
· May obtain faculty/staff parking permits for south of the stadium.
· May purchase Commuter Tickets in addition to a UPass for about $2.80/day that may used up to 2 times per week.
Student Parking:
· There is little student parking available that is convenient to the Health Sciences Building.
· Students may apply on a first-come-first-served basis for a limited number of quarterly permits at the Parking Division.
· The cost is $232.86/quarter.
· Carpool parking is cheaper in certain lots at a distance from Health Sciences.
· Parking on a daily basis is available north of the stadium with a Husky Card Account (http://hfs.washington.edu/husky_card/) or at a higher price with cash. However, the lots are about three-quarters of a mile away from Health Sciences.
Parking at UW Housing: Consult the Parking Office website or visit the University Way Parking Office about parking for dormitory and family housing residents.
Parking Offices:
www.washington.edu/admin/parking/index.html or parking@u.washington.edu
3901 University Way NE
206-685-1543
7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., M-F
or
South Campus Parking Services,
Health Sciences Bldg, T-466A
206-543-6165
9-11 a.m.; 12-3 p.m., M-F
UW Health Sciences now requires all staff and students who will be in the building outside of normal hours to have a key card and wear a photo I.D. badge. Photo ID's from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and cooperating teaching hospitals are also acceptable. These cards are necessary to use the EPI Computer lab after hours. Please contact Matt Anderson in F259 (206-616-1767, matta@u.washington.edu) for information on obtaining key and ID cards. After hours, you can only enter the library from the courtyard by the library. through the door nearest the library. You can use the library without the cards mentioned above; but cannot get into the rest of Health Sciences.
The University Bookstore has several branches on and off campus, including
the Health Sciences Bookstore in the South Campus Center. In addition to
offering textbooks, the main branch has the largest selection of general books
in the city. It also sells school, art, camera, and computer supplies, along
with magazines, stationary, clothing, gifts, music, etc. The Bookstore offers a
cash refund (usually 9-10%) to faculty, staff and full-time students. Refund
requests must be submitted in June and are processed by October. To obtain the refund,
save your sales receipts and submit them in the designated refund envelopes to
any branch of the bookstore. A charge account is available. All charges are
automatically applied to the refund. First year Epidemiology students
typically spend $150 - $200 per quarter on textbooks and coursepaks, depending
on electives taken.
University Bookstore website: http://www.bookstore.washington.edu/
Main Branch: Non-health science texts, UW Catalogs, general books,
supplies, gifts
4326 University Way NE, Seattle, WA
98105, 206-634-3400, Toll Free: 800-335-READ
ubsbooks@u.washington.edu
M-F 9:00-9:00, Sat 9:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-5:00
Health Sciences: Texts for the health sciences, school supplies, other
supplies
301 South Campus Center, 206-543-6582, Toll
Free: 877-335-READ
ubsmed@u.washington.edu
M,T,W,F 8:00-5:00, Th 8:00-8:00, Sat 10:00-4:00
Computer and Electronics: Computers, programs, and supplies
(including student/staff discounts on some software)
4300 University Way, 206-545-4382, Toll free
800-335-READ
ubscomp@u.washington.edu
M-F 9:00-9:00, Sat 9:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-5:00
There are several photocopy services available in the Health Sciences Building as well as at other campus libraries (Suzzallo-Allen).
Copy Centers: Health Sciences, I-146 and A-206, offer reductions, enlargements, different paper colors and types. I-146 Copy Center sells all the above plus color copies. There is a surcharge for cash sales. Both sell coursepaks. Check with each professor to find out where his/her coursepaks are for sale. Copyright law allows copying of one article or 10% of a journal issue or book.
Health Sciences Library (both floors, Health Sciences Library, http://healthlinks.washington.edu/hsl/):
1. Self-serve machines with cash: Located on both floors of the Library. Copies cost $.15. Copiers take dollar bills, nickels, dimes and quarters. A bill changer is located near the copiers on the second floor of the Health Sciences Library. You may also obtain change from the Library Cashier from 8 a.m. to 4:50 p.m. weekdays.
2. Self-serve machines with copy cards: There
are no refunds for lost or stolen copy cards. You can buy a Copico Copicard from
the vending machines and on both floors of the Health Sciences Library and from
the Library Cashier. Cash, check and credit card sales are accepted during
cashier hours (http://healthlinks.washington.edu/hsl/cashier.html)
only from 8:00 am until 4:50 pm on weekdays. They can by used on all Canon
copies in the Library, but not on the Xerox machines at other campus libraries.
CAMPUS MAIL
Mailing Services provides free mail service to all departments and offices of the University. A box number must be used to identify the campus location where mail is to be sent. The Epidemiology box number is 357236. Some off-campus locations have campus box numbers and their own mailstops. For example, mail going to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center must include the Cancer Center mail stop and the UW campus box number for the FHCRC (358080) to reach the correct destination (example: Name, FHCRC, MSC308, Box 35808). All departments have mail drops for out-going campus mail. There are also two tan campus mailboxes between the rear of Health Sciences and the South Campus Center (near the stairs to underground parking). All mail with a UW box number goes in the on-campus box. Only departmental mail with a budget number bar code may be placed on the off-campus box.
STUDENT MAILBOXES
You will be assigned a mail slot as an enrolled student. Student mail slots (blue) are located in the hall by the Epidemiology Program Office (F262). Departmental and program announcements will be placed in these mailboxes. It is important to check your Epidemiology mailbox at least once a week. Please do not have large items sent to your mailbox. They either damage your mail slot or there is no place to store them. Your campus "address" is your name, the department and the box number:
Your Name
Epidemiology, Box 357236
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195-7236
POSTAL SERVICES
There is a U.S. Post Offices in the University District (4244 University Way
NE). A mailbox and stamp vending machine are located
in the South Campus Center, 3rd floor, just to the left of the western door.
United Parcel Service and FedEx have overnight courier drop boxes in the F-Wing
near the E-Court Cafe on the 2nd floor of Health Sciences.
The campus newspaper, The Daily, is available free weekday mornings near the Overpass Expresso by the 4th floor pedestrian overpass, and outside the E-Court Cafe (also at other campus locations). It is published less frequently in the summer.
There are a limited numbers of lockers and desks for Epidemiology students.
It is recommended that you sign up for a locker early in September at T-291,
Classroom Services. There are a few day-use desks some with and some without computers in T341
cubicles G and R. By contacting the Epidemiology Program Office, students may
put their name on the waitlist (several months to a year) for one of our 14
assigned desks (without a computer) in T341 in shared cubicles. PhD students
receive priority. Masters students requesting a desk will be asked to
share with another student. Students with other offices where they can
study, such as at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, are not eligible.
If the Epidemiology Program Office assigns you a desk, and then you are given a desk elsewhere, you must vacate your
T341 desk and return the keys. Students who go on leave for more than quarter
also must give up their desks. If a student has been found to abuse this
rule, they will be asked to vacate their desk immediately. Desk and file
keys (available at the Epidemiology Program Office) and computer lock-down kits
can protect your valuables. T341, as a whole, is locked after hours. You
may obtain a key for the main T341 door from Christine Graving in F263 if you are assigned a
cubicle.
There are several places to buy food on campus, as well as a number of restaurants in the University District offering a diverse variety of food (Italian, Middle Eastern, Asian, etc.).
FOOD SERVICES ON SOUTH CAMPUS
The hours listed are for the academic year. Hours are shorter during the summer and quarter breaks.
*The Rotunda
Ground Floor, I-Court
M-F, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Some
entrees, pre-wrapped sandwiches, salad-bar, soups, deli items, bagels, sweet
rolls, snacks, espresso
*The E-Court Cafe
2nd Floor, E-Court, Health Sciences
M-F
7:30am-3:00pm
Pre-wrapped sandwiches, salads, soups, deli items, bagels,
sweet rolls, snacks, espresso
The local hangout.
*Overpass Espresso
4th Floor T-wing by overpass
M-Th 7:30
am - 3:00 pm, F 7:30 am - 2:30 pm
Espresso, juice, sweet rolls, bagels
Newsstand
2nd floor, South Campus Center
M-Th 8:00am-10:00pm
F
8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sat 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Snacks, newspapers
(Does not accept Husky Cards.)
Hospital Cafeteria
By the BB elevators, 1st floor, Hospital
Daily,
6:30 am - 7:00 pm
Offers "heart healthy" entrees and many other items
(Accepts checks and
credit cards, but not Husky Cards.)
*Location accepts Husky Card Accounts: Most on-campus food services, including those with asterisks, have a meal card option which allows you to purchase food with the card in lieu of cash. To set up an account, visit http://hfs.washington.edu/husky_card/.
STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
The University of Washington reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity regardless of race, color creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran. This policy applies to all programs and facilities, including, but not limited to, admissions, educational programs, employment, and patient and hospital services. Any discriminatory action can be a cause for disciplinary action. Discrimination is prohibited by Presidential Executive Order 11246 as amended, Washington State Gubernatorial Executive Orders 89-01 and 93-07, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Washington State Law Against Discrimination RCW 49-60, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, State of Washington Gender Equity in Higher Education Act of 1989, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 as amended, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1972 as amended, other federal and state statutes, regulations, and University policy. Coordination of the compliance efforts of the University of Washington with respect to all of these laws and regulations is under the direction of the Assistant Provost for Equal Opportunity, Equal Opportunity Office, Box 354560, 4045 Brooklyn Ave. N.E., University of Washington, Seattle, Washington 98195-6261, telephone (206) 685-3263/V or 543-6452/TTY.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION
The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206-543-6450/V, 206-543-6452/TTY, 206-685-7264 (FAX), or dso@u.washington.edu.
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