Transition checklist for before and during orientation
- Log in to the Student Portal, become familiar with it's services and check for important messages.
- Check out your free University email account, make a note to check your emails regularly. All university correspondence must be done through your Monash email account.
- Check out the Orientation schedule at Monash University Orientation Programs.
- Learn from other students around your School; their experiences will help you learn about study methods and the School.
- Get to know the School and it's staff. Do not be afraid to ask questions if you are unsure about anything.
- Don't overload your schedule.
- Be open to new experiences, and tolerant of the values of University life. Get to know University culture. Keep an open mind to this different educational system.
- Make sure you understand study requirements for academic work outside the classroom. Find out where to access resources to help you perform to the best of your abilities.
- Take time to familiarise yourself with the transportation networks and the intercampus shuttle bus service.
- Explore cross campus study options and opportunities available at Monash.
- Enhance your studies and explore experiences beyond the academic, get actively involved in the University and the community.
