Graduation Checklist
1) MPH students are required to file an Application for Degree. Students can turn the form in anytime after starting the program. We strongly encourage students to submit the form during their first semester of enrollment. The form must be submitted before the first workday of the month you wish to graduate.2) Submit completed MPH study plan at least one semester (or earlier) prior to anticipation of presenting the MPH project. Submit to:
Kate Hanson, Program Coordinator
Veterinary Public Health
108 Pomeroy
1964 Fitch Ave
St Paul, MN 55108
3) Complete all coursework and requirements for your MPH by the semester deadlines to be cleared for graduation (contact Program Coordinator for deadline dates.)
4) Schedule oral exam. The student is responsible for scheduling the oral exam with the committee members and arranging for any audio-visual equipment needed for the presentation. Contact Program Coordinator for assistance in reserving a room or conference phone.
note: Non-U of M, DVM/MPH students may complete their oral exam via UM Connect and conference phone.
5) Provide each committee member with a copy of your MPH project at least two weeks before the scheduled date of your oral exam.
6) Submit the following items to the program office to ensure you’re eligible to graduate:
- Copy of the MPH Study Plan, plus copies of any amendments/petitions
- DVM and SPH transcripts
- The Master's Project Proposal Form
- Final Master's Project
7) Notify the Program Coordinator of the date of the oral exam at least two weeks prior to the exam so that your student file can be forwarded to your academic advisor.
8) At the oral exam, the committee will sign the study plan. The advisor is responsible for returning the student file with the signed study plan to the Program Coordinator as well as submitting a grade change for the MPH project credits.
9) Complete the Graduate Survey.
10) Update your personal information on the One Stop website to ensure prompt delivery of your diploma
11) To help us gather data on the effectiveness of the coursework, please complete the online simulation “Disaster in Franklin County.”
12) To participate in the SPH Commencement held every May or to have your name printed in the commencement program. Details available from the Student Services Center.
Note: You may keep your U of MN e-mail address. After you graduate, you can use your U of M e-mail address for personal or professional use. Imagine never having to subscribe to an e-mail service or memorize another address! In addition, imagine being able to stay in touch with your student colleagues wherever you and they may journey.
To keep the account active, you must access it at least every 6 months. If you let it go dormant, you can reactivate it through the alumni association for a fee. Service includes full access to three features:
