Welcome Back Ducks!

As you begin your journey at Stevens, we want to make sure you have all the tools and information you need to succeed, both inside and outside the classroom. In this newsletter, you’ll find key resources to support your well-being and academic success, including details about the Fitness Center, important reminders about the health insurance waiver deadline, and information on academic support services. You’ll also learn more about Career Services opportunities designed to help you plan your professional future and get a full overview of upcoming IntroDUCKtion Day events. Consider this your one-stop guide to getting started and staying connected as a new member of the Stevens graduate community.

IntroDUCKtion Days & Welcome to the Flock Weekend

Hey Ducks! We know you’re all super excited to be here, and we’re just as excited to welcome you to Stevens. Graduate Student Life has planned an amazing lineup of events to help you connect, explore, and start your journey off right. From our IntroDUCKtion Days to our Welcome to the Flock Weekend, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out the flyer below for all the details, and don’t forget to register so you don’t miss out on the fun!

The Stevens Career Center

The Stevens Career Center offers a series of interactive workshops designed to prepare students for every stage of their career journey. These sessions provide practical tools and strategies to help you stand out in a competitive job market, covering topics such as résumé writing, interviewing skills, employer recruiting, job search strategies, leveraging your Stevens community, and navigating career pivots. Each workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and connections needed to launch and advance your career.

Center for Student Success
(School of Business)

The Center for Student Success offers personalized academic and professional advising for students in the School of Business. Graduate students can access resources for course planning, registration support, career guidance, and study abroad opportunities. The Center’s staff and faculty partners help students navigate their academic journey from enrollment through graduation, ensuring a smooth transition and strong preparation for future career goals.

Academic Support Center

The Academic Support Center provides free tutoring and academic assistance to help students succeed in challenging coursework. Services include drop-in tutoring, scheduled sessions, study groups, and exam preparation support. While it primarily serves undergraduates, graduate students can benefit from peer-led review sessions, access to academic strategies, and opportunities to serve as tutors.

Graduate Academic and Student Success

Graduate Academics and Student Success supports graduate students from admission through graduation. This office provides orientation, peer mentoring, academic advising, policy guidance, and career exploration resources. It also works closely with faculty and the Graduate Curriculum Committee to strengthen academic programs. The goal is to ensure every graduate student has the tools, resources, and guidance needed for academic progress and professional development.

Health Insurance Waiver 

Waiver & Enrollment Deadlines (2025–26)

If you do not submit a waiver by the deadline, you will be automatically enrolled in SHIP and charged. Late enrollment is only possible if you experience a qualifying life event.
Waiver Process for Domestic Students
If you already have an ACA-compliant U.S. health plan, you may opt out of SHIP by completing the waiver form at www.universityhealthplans.com/stevens.
Before waiving, compare your plan with SHIP to ensure it provides:
Local access to doctors, specialists, behavioral health care providers, hospitals, labs, and pharmacies.
Full U.S. ACA-compliant coverage (not short-term, travel insurance, or out-of-state Medicaid/HMO/EPO with no local network).
Failure to waive by the deadline = automatic SHIP enrollment and billing.

Athletics at Stevens

Stevens offers a variety of fitness and recreation options to help you stay active and healthy. From a fully equipped fitness gym and specialized training center to tennis courts and an aquatic center, there are plenty of ways to get moving and recharge outside of class. So Ducks, if you’re looking to work out, explore these spaces and find the activity that fits you best. For more details, click the link below.

 

If you'd like more guidance, email us at graduatelife@stevens.edu. Have a wonderful semester, welcome to Stevens!