We are swiftly approaching the start of the fall semester! We are so excited for you to join us. Below we have included some very important updates and information related to your checklist and Action Items that need to be completed before you join us. 

*Some of the information below will only be relevant for students who are living in Centennial Hall who will be taking courses on campus. 

MEAL PLAN UPDATE

*Students who will be living in Centennial Hall 

Meal plan options are now available for selection on the Syracuse University MySlice portal. All new students will be enrolled automatically in the Block 85 meal plan which includes $200 in Dining Dollars. Students can choose from any of the available meal plans, but cannot downgrade a meal plan after September 9th. Meal plans can be increased at any time. All students who are planning to use the minimum Block 85 meal plan (or the Block 130 meal plan) must also add an additional $500 in 'CUSE Cash to meet the mandatory minimum. Instructions on how to add 'CUSE Cash to your meal plan can be found at the following link: How to Add 'CUSE Cash  

There are 3 ways to add 'CUSE Cash to your account:

1.) Charge to Student Account in Housing Self Service via Myslice 

2.) To make changes, you can use the GET website. 

3.) Students will need to upload the GET app in order to upload their ID photo, add funds to their account, and can also be used to swipe into the dining halls!

Download the GET app for Apple devices or Google Play Store,

IMMUNIZATION RECORDS

Get your shots!

*Applies to all new students who will be taking in-person classes (Students enrolled in online-only programs should complete the appropriate exemption request)

It is time to submit your COVID-19 and MMR/Meningitis immunization and vaccination information. You can learn more about the immunization and vaccination requirements here.

You will upload your COVID and MMR/Meningitis information to two different places.

To upload COVID-19 documentation, visit the SUNY Vaccination Portal. Please have your vaccination card/documentation or your Excelsior pass accessible when you enter the information.

To upload MMR and Meningitis information, you will do this through the MyESF Student Portal. You will enter MMR information and Meningitis information as two separate Action Items. Please have either your completed ESF forms or your personal vaccination record available when you enter the information.

To learn more about immunizations, waivers/exemptions, and other health-related expectations, click here.

COVID-19 and MMR/Meningitis information must be submitted to the College prior to your arrival on campus. You won’t be permitted to move into Centennial Hall without it.

Updated COVID-19 Information

President Mahoney sent a new message to the ESF community on Friday. Click here for the most updated information regarding COVID-19 guidance and the President's email.

HEALTH INSURANCE (WAIVE OR ENROLL)

*Applies to all new students who will be taking in-person classes on the Syracuse campus

2022-23 STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN

MUST ENROLL OR WAIVE BY 9/30

To Enroll or Waive the ESF Student Health Insurance Plan, visit the HFC Portal and enter your 9-digit numerical SUID.

All full-time, matriculated undergraduate students taking 12 or more credits, and graduate students taking 9 or more credits, are automatically enrolled in this ESF Student Health Insurance Plan at registration. Students have the opportunity to waive the student health insurance plan by providing proof of qualifying coverage.

The ESF Student Health Insurance Plan offers you:

• Affordable, comprehensive insurance benefits
• This plan is ACA Compliant (Affordable Care Act)
• Access to a nationwide network of healthcare professionals at: https://connect.werally.com/partner-login including primary care, specialists, and mental health services

For more details regarding the ESF Student Health Insurance plan, visit www.haylor.com/suny-esf or call: 866-535-0456 or email: student@haylor.com

UPLOAD YOUR PHOTOS

*Applies to all new students

In order to get your student ID, and complete your Banner profile you will need to upload your photo in 2 places.

When taking a photo, we ask you please keep the following in mind:

• Passport-like photos, please
• Color photo with no filters
• Full face or front view
• A solid color background
• The ID card holder should be the only person present in the picture
• No hats or headgear except when worn for religious reasons
• Try to avoid reflections in your glasses
• No editing or alterations to photos

STEP 1: You will need to upload your photo for use in ESF systems, you can log into your myESF Banner profile here, and navigate to the personal information tab to upload a photo. . 

STEP 2: You will also need to upload your photo in SU systems by using the Get app or the Get website. You can find the detailed instructions here.

REMINDER TO COMPLETE

MATH ASSESSMENT

*Applies to all first-year and transfer students, not Online Academy students

The math placement assessment was due on 7/27, but if you are experiencing technical difficulties gaining access, please use this alternative link to complete the assessment.

SPARC / TRAC

*Applies to all new students

In your SU BlackBoard system, you will see a course labeled ESF.NST.F22. Click on that course and then go to the "Content" tab. There you will be able to gain access to the two training modules, as well as the completion surveys. You must complete the surveys in order to get credit. 

BLACKBOARD MODULES

*Applies to first-year and transfer students, not Online Academy students 

In your SU BlackBoard system, you will also see a course labeled ESF.OREINT.F22. These modules are broken up into different sections to help you learn more about ESF services, culture, and expectations. Open Academy students have their own orientation modules on BlackBoard. 

ALEKS CHEMISTRY MODULES

*Applies to first-year and transfer students taking General Chemistry I in Fall 2022

Some students will be required to complete the ALEKS Chemistry modules if they are going into General Chemistry I in the fall. Please be on the look out for any emails from Dr. Neal Abrams regarding ALEKS.

COMING UP

Move-in Details

Full Orientation Schedule