UT Health Science Center at Houston - Main

GUIDE FOR ENTERING

DENTAL STUDENTS

2024-2025

CLASS OF 2028

THE UNIVERSITY OF T

EXAS

SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY

AT H

OUSTON

Office of Student and Academic Affairs

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GUIDE FOR ENTERING DENTAL STUDENTS

Table of Contents

Guide for Entering Dental Students 1

Letter of Welcome 2

The History of the School of Dentis

try 3

The School of Dentistry Curriculum 3 - 4

Advisors 4

Student Peer Mentor Program 4

fice of Student and Academic Affairs 4

School

of Dentistry Calendar 5

Registration 6

Criminal Backgroun

d Check 6

R Training 7

Orientat

ion 7

Textbooks 7

Magnification 7

Health Insurance 7

Instruments and Supplies 8

Computer

Requirements 9

Accreditation 10

Check Cashing and Mail 10

Parking 10

Student Organizations 10 - 11

Essential Skills for Dentists and Dental Hygienists 11 - 12

Policies and Responsibilities 12 - 13

Estimated Educational Cost 14

Financial Aid 15

Student Services Fee 15

School

of Dentistry and Health Science Center Administration 16

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Dear Students:

On behalf of the faculty, staff and administration of UTHealth School of Dentistry at Houston, I extend a hearty

welcome to the Class of 2028! We now count you among our 600 active undergraduate, professional and

advanced education students and residents, and you have a special place in the UTSD family.

We know your expectations are high, and we share your enthusiasm. You’re embarking on a journey that will

change your life and the lives of those you care about. Along the way, you’ll forge friendships with classmates

who may be strangers today, but will soon become lifelong colleagues and friends.

As you begin your studies, we challenge you to participate, question, contribute and innovate as you learn. I

encourage you to be active learners outside the classroom — in the lab, clinics and even the hallways and casual

or virtual gathering places. Information today is constant and easily accessible, so stay current via email,

newsletters, town hall meetings, social media and other means. Be active in class meetings, student

organizations and volunteer opportunities. Doing so will enhance your experiences in ways that will pay off for

a lifetime.

We look forward to working with you over the next few years and to celebrating together when you join the

ranks of more than 10,000 UTSD alumni.

If you have questions or need information, please don’t hesitate to ask for help. Be sure to check out the

information in this guide, and please accept our best wishes for continued success along your path of learning.

We never forget you’re the reason we’re here!

Warmest regards,

Dean John A. Vale

nza, D.D.S.

William N. Finnegan III Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Dental Sciences

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THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY AT H

OUSTON

For more than 110 years, The University of Texas School of Dentistry (UTSD) at Houston has set the standard for

oral health excellence by educating outstanding dentists and dental hygienists, discovering new oral health

advancements and caring for the people of Texas. Founded in 1905 as the privately owned Texas Dental College,

UTSD was the first dental school in Texas and the first professional school in Houston. The school became part of

UT System in 1943 as “The University of Texas School of Dentistry” and in 1955 was renamed “The Univ

ersity of

exas Dental Branch,” a name it held until June 1, 2011, when it again became the UT School of Dentistry. In

1945, the UT System B

oard of Regents authorized creation of the Dental Hygiene Program as part of UTSD, and

the first dental hygiene class was admitted in 1955. Since 1972, the School of Dentistry has been part of The

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).

The school offers 12 accredited programs: DDS, dental hygiene, two primary care general residency programs and

specialty programs in endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics,

and prosthodontics, two dual degree programs DDS/MPH & BSDH/MPH, as well as an MD degree through the

UTHealth Medical School, with an oral and maxillofacial surgery certificate.

THE SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY DENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM (D.D.S.)

CURRICULUM

The University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston Dental Education Program curriculum is designed to

maximize the students’ learning experiences through a structured presentation of basic sciences, pre-clinical

training, and clinic activities. There is integration of the various disciplines to aid the student in assimilating the

foundational knowledge and skills necessary for comprehensive patient care. The building blocks are the

various courses, laboratories, and clinics offered

at the Schoo

l of Dentistry. Our goal is for you to graduate after

four years of study, competent to practice general dentistry.

Courses use a variety of educational instruments to aid the student in learning. These include traditional

lectures, problem-based learning sessions, written self-directed materials, textbooks and other printed materials,

as well as non-printed materials such as video and Canvas posted electronic resources. A syllabus is provided

for each course as a guide.

The syllabus contains all of the necessary information for successful completion of the course. A goal is stated,

describing the overall aim of the course. Every course syllabus contains a list of behavioral objectives i.e., what

the student should know, or be able to do, when the course has been completed successfully. Comprehension of

these objectives allows the student to reach the educational goal. The syllabus also contains a list of resources

used to achieve the course objectives. These resources

include media,

online, and human resources.

All syllabi have a suggested study plan and state the specific requirements of the course. Finally, all course

syllabi list evaluation methods used to determine the course grade. This section states not only the type of

examination/evaluation that will be administered, but also the relative weights of other evaluation instruments,

e.g., quizzes, laboratory projects, etc.

The courses presented at the School of Dentistry have been scheduled to promote integration of information and

timely progress from one course to the next. Students are r e q u i r e d to attend all scheduled course sessions as

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presented in the semester schedule. The organization of instructional material is intended to help students appreciate

the inter-relationships among the various academic and clinical disciplines. Students are exposed to clinical

experience in the first year and assume the responsibility for comprehensive patient care following pre- clinical

training in the second year of the curriculum. As an addition to the core curriculum, the electives program

at the School of Dentistry offers enrichm

ent courses in a variety of areas beyond the scope of the required

pre-doctoral curriculum. Every student must complete 4 credit hours of elective courses and 2 continuing

education courses in addition to the core curriculum.

The academic year is composed of two 18-week semesters. An eight-week summer session follows the first,

second and third years. School of Dentistry students are expected to complete their dental studies within four

years. The graduation time is scheduled to coincide with the Western Regional Examining Board Examination.

ADVISORS

A faculty advisor is assigned to each student at the beginning of the academic year. The student is strongly

recommended to meet with the advisor for an orientation meeting at the beginning of each semester and

maintain regular contact throughout the year. The advisor will monitor the student’s progress through their

academic program and serve as a mentor and counselor when needed. The advisor will refer the student for

services and support as necessary, and the student should consider the advisor as the first person to conta

ct whenever

advice is needed.

STUDENT PEER MENTOR PROGRAM

In the next few months you will receive information from the Class of 2027 about scrubs, mentors, and student

“survival kits”. Each first-year student is assigned a peer mentor from the second-year class to facilitate the

entering students’ transition into the dental school. First-year dental students meet their second-year peer mentor

during orientation week. Thereafter, student pairs meet as needed during the year.

OFFICE OF STUDENT & ACADEMIC

AFFAIRS

The Office of Student and Academic Affairs provides student and academic services for applicants, current students,

and faculty. Student Affairs is responsible for admissions, student records, student life, and support services, Academic

Affairs is committed to the pursuit of excellence in all of the School of Dentistry’s student and academic activities.

2024

August 19

September 2

November 28-29

December 6

December 9

December 20

2025

January 6

January 20

March 10-14

May 2

May 5

June 2

June 19

July 4

SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY AT

HOUSTON CALENDAR 2024-2025

Fall semester begins

Labor Day Holiday

Thanksgiving Holiday

Last day of

didactic classes

Finals begin

Fall semester ends

Spring Semester begins

Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday

Spring Break

Didactic classes end

Last day of the semester

Summer Session begins

Juneteenth Holiday

Independence Day Holiday

Summer Session Ends

*Dates and Holidays are subject to change

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July 25

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REGISTRATION

Applicant and Student services are provided through MyUTH. Once your applicant information is loaded into the

student system you will receive two email notifications providing you with login instructions.

Upon receiving your login information, students should use MyUTH (https://my.uth.tmc.edu) to:

• View Account information/To Do list/Holds

• You must submit your immunizations through MyUTH by logging in and selecting the immunizations link.

This may be found under the “Holds and To Dos” sections. List required dates and upload your immunization

documentation and supporting proof. You will be able to upload multiple documents.

• Remove Health Insurance HOLD (this will need to be done each year before enrollment)

• Select an installment plan

• Make online payments

• Update your contact information

• Request transcripts

• View grades and course history

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Students are enrolled in classes by the Registrar’s Office. A variety of

information regarding Graduation, Registration & Student Information is listed on their website at

https://www.uth.edu/registrar/ or by using the following methods:

Phone: 713-500-3361

Email: Registrar@uth.tmc.edu

Fax: 713-500-3356

If you incur issues logging onto MyUTH, contact the HELP Desk at 713-486-4848.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK

Your acceptance to the School of Dentistry is conditional until you complete a criminal background check. The

University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston has selected an outside company, Pre-Check, to conduct

these checks. Please visit the “Accepted Students” section of our website at

https://dentistry.uth.edu/students/doctor-of-dental-surgery/index.htm

for instructions.

The results will be released directly to the School of Dentistry. If untoward search results are identified, you will

be informed and subsequently given the opportunity to contest/question the report with the vendor.

Please keep in mind that they need time to process your application, and it must be completed by June 1, 2024.

If you have questions or problems using the website, please contact Shannan Tighe of Pre-Check at

shannan@pre-check.com

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CPR TRAINING

You are required to obtain CPR training prior to orientation. If you do not have a current valid CPR Certificate,

please be sure to take CPR training before June 21, 2024. The course is required to be: A cognitive and skills

evaluation in accordance with the curriculum of the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for

Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. Skills demonstration must be completed in person (didactic

component may be completed online via heart.org). CPR certifications must be completed outside of our

institution. Please submit a copy of your certification via e-mail to Crystal.Johnson@uth.tmc.edu no later than

June 21, 2024. Certification must be valid until December 31, 2024.

ORIENTATION

A required three-day orientation for first year dental students will be conducted August 13-15, 2024. Students

should be present in Room 4310 of the School of Dentistry on August 13th promptly at 8:00 a.m.

Slacks/pants/skirts and collared shirts/blouses are recommended – no jeans or shorts please. Comfortable shoes

are suggested as much walking is involved.

On the first day of orientation you will receive your student ID badge. Along with this, you will need to bring an

additional government issued photo ID, such as a valid driver’s license or passport. These items will be needed in

order to setup your UT e-mail address.

TEXTBOOKS

As in the case of instruments, students will need specific required textbooks and manuals. Students purchase

books at the UT School of Dentistry Bookstore (Room 2202). Approximate book costs: $1500.15.

MAGNIFICATION

All first year students enrolled in the DDS program must have visual magnification for use in pre-

clinical courses and clinics. Various companies will have representatives present at the School of

Dentistry during the mid-part of the year to display their products. First year dental students will

be able to ask these representatives questions about their products and determine which product is

most appropriate for their use. The financial aid budget includes an amount towards the purchase of

magnification.

HEALTH INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL STUDENTS

The Board of Regents of The University of Texas System mandates health insurance for all students enrolled in the

UT System health components. As such, each UTHealth student who cannot provide evidence of

continuing coverage under another approved plan will be enrolled in the student insurance plan with Academic

HealthPlans and assessed a health insurance fee. The health insurance fee is $3438.00 for the academic year

2024-2025.

Before being able to register for classes each semester, every student must complete the health insurance

certification process through his/her MyUTH account. Through this process, students either provide proof of their

own coverage or confirm their participation in Academic HealthPlans. For students who attest to coverage under

another approved plan, the health insurance fee will not be assessed to their student account.

For further information, please access the Auxillary Enterprise website at https://www.uth.edu/auxiliary-

enterprises/insurance/index.htm; email [email protected] or call 713-500-8400.

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INSTRUMENTS AND SUPPLIES

All first year dental students must participate in the dental instrument rental program. You must also purchase

the expendable instrument and supply kit from the UT School of Dentistry Bookstore (Room 2202) before

the start of classes (during orientation).

Purchase may be made with cash, personal check, Master Card, Visa, Discover or American Express. The

estimated cost of the first year expendable kit for Fall 2024 is $7,173.24.

School of Dentistry Educational Support Services (Room 3450) provides many items that you may check out

and use as needed at no additional cost to you other than for loss or damage. Some of these items are:

Instrument Cases, Microscopes, Surveyors, Casting Equipment, and Gypsum Materials.

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Incoming Student Laptop Requirements

a. Laptop computer (PC or Mac) with at least a 13-inch screen

b. Minimum of 8GB RAM

c. Minimum of 250GB HDD space (larger would be better) and maintaining at least 30GB of free space

throughout the program. Hard drive RAID configurations are NOT permitted.

d. Minimum of 1.6GHz processor (Core i5 or better)

e. 256mb video card

f. TPM chip

g. PC users must run either Windows 10 (Education, Pro, or Enterprise). Mac users must have OS High

Sierra (10.13) or higher

h. Microsoft Office 2016 or later (Can be downloaded from the UT student software portal)

i. Off campus internet access

j. An up-to-date virus scanner

k. Windows users should install Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free Version

l. 3M Gold monitor privacy filter - the filter must be Gold

Not Recommened

Microsoft Surface tablets or Chromebooks are not sufficient to meet the laptop requirements.

Encryption

The hard drive in your laptop must be encrypted before you attend at the School.

Mac users must turn on FileVault 2.

PC users must encrypt their laptop with BitLocker. Students who are attending UTSD will be sent instructions for

encrypting their computer with BitLocker.

All students will be required to sign a statement declaring they will keep their computer hard drives encrypted for

as long as they are students of the UT School of Dentistry.

Your laptop will be reviewed during Orientation to ensure that it complies with these specifications.

Intelligent Hub

Students attending UTSD are required to get their School email sent to their cell phone (iPhone, Droid or

Windows phone only). To do this, you must have your UT login credentials and install the Intelligent Hub

application on your phone. Airwatch adds additional security to the phone allowing you to use it for patient

communication. The storing of patient information on a phone that does not have Airwatch active is not permitted.

For additional information, please visit https://inside.uth.edu/dcos/mobile-device-management/

If you have any questions about computer specifications or requirements, please contact Patrick Finnerty at

Gordon.Finnerty@uth.tmc.edu / 713-486-4183 or Richard “Hal” Halpin at [email protected] /

713-486-4216.

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ACCREDITATION

The programs offered by The University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston are accredited by the

Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association.

The Commission on Dental Accreditation will review complaints that relate to program compliance with the

accreditation standards. The commission is interested in the sustained quality and continued improvement of

dental and dental-related education programs but does not intervene on behalf of individuals or act as a court of

appeal for individuals in matters of admission, appointment, promotion or dismissal of faculty, staff or

students.

A copy of the appropriate accreditation standards and/or the Commission’s policy and procedure for

submission of complaints, may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 211 East Chicago

Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678, or by calling 1-800-8099, ext. 4653.

CHECK CASHING AND MAIL

Accommodations for cashing personal checks must be arranged through one of the local banks. Once you have

established residence in Houston, personal mail should be sent to your home address since the Health Science

Center cannot handle personal mail for students or employees. We would also recommend that students utilizing

Financial Aid take advantage of the direct deposit option.

PARKING

Student contract parking is available. For more information, please visit https://www.uth.edu/parking/

index.htm. You may also call 713-500-3405 or email [email protected]du.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

There are several organizations that provide an opportunity for School of Dentistry students to become

familiar with activities of professional societies. These include the Texas Dental Association, American

Student Dental Association, Zeb Poindexter Chapter of the Student National Dental Association,

Hispanic Student Dental Association, Asian American Student Dental Association, Christian Dental Fellowship,

Muslim Health Professional Society, American Dental Education Association, Texas Association of Women

Dentists, Student Research Group, Pediatric Education in the Dental Society (PEDS), Donald Butler Dental

Society, AGD Student Chapter, and others.

All students regularly enrolled at the School of Dentistry are members of the Student Association, which

coordinates a number of student-related activities. The Student Council serves as the governing body of

the Student Association. Members of the Student Council are the elected officers from each class.

Students may also participate in University of Texas Health Science Center student organizations such as the

Student Intercouncil.

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Fraternities represented at the School of Dentistry are Delta Sigma Delta, Alpha Omega and Psi Omega. You

will be provided more information on Dental Fraternities during Orientation.

Mu Mu Chapter of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the National Honor Dental Society, was established in 1940. This

society provides recognition for those students who have been outstanding in their class during their four years

of training at the School of Dentistry. Members of the graduating class who warrant such consideration, in the

opinion of faculty members of OKU, are recommended to the Officers of Omicron Kappa Upsilon for

membership in the honor society. The chapter annually recognizes the t

op ten percent of the first year class at

the OKU Awards Convocation in the spring.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS

To be successful, dentists and dental hygienists must demonstrate cognitive skills in critical and logical/

analytical thinking. Dentists and dental hygienists must possess and demonstrate psychomotor skills (fine

motor dexterity and coordination) and observational skills (vision, hearing and tactile abilities) sufficient to

master the clinical procedures essential in the treatment of dental disease.

All individuals who apply for admission to The University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston, without

exception, must be able to perform essential functions. Essential functions are the basic activities that a student

must be able to perform to complete the curriculum. An applicant who cannot perform the following essential

functions - either with or without reasonable accommodations - will not be considered for admission. If you feel

you cannot fulfill any of these functions, you are to contact the Associate Dean for Student Affairs immediately.

COMMUNICATION

Students must be able to communicate effectively with patients and patient family members, peers, staff, faculty

and other members of the health care team. Communication requires the ability to assess all information

provided by the patient including non-verbal responses, within safety-related timeframes. Students must be able

to communicate in oral and written format that is succinct, organized and complete. These communications will

include assessments, prescriptions and dental record

notes. Students must be able to demonstrate sensitivity to

cultural, emotional and societal issues.

SENSORY AND PSYCHOMOTOR SKILLS

Students must be able to gather patient information needed for a diagnosis through adequate visual, tactile,

smell, and auditory senses. Students must have sufficient physical abilities and stamina to provide dental care

and respond to emergency situations. Students must have the manual dexterity to execute both gross and fine

motor movements required to provide dental care for their patients.

COGNITIVE ABILITIES

Students must have the cognitive abilities to master the dental curriculum, including the basic, behavioral, and

clinical sciences. Students must be able to measure, calculate, reason, analyze, synthesize, integrate and apply

information. In addition, students must be able to comprehend three-dimensional relationships and to

understand the spatial relationships required to provide dental care. Students must be able to demonstrate

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critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills required in the practice of dentistry.

BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL ATTRIBUTES

Students must be able to demonstrate professional behavior and function with integrity and responsibility while

maintaining a high ethical standard. In addition, the students must be able to demonstrate the ability to be

compassionate, emphatic and tolerant. Stud

ents must be able to interact in a collegial manner and demonstrate

the ability to participate in teamwork.Students must possess the emotional health required to use their

intellectual abilities fully, such as exercising good judgment, promptly completing all responsibilities attendant

to the diagnosis and care of patients, and developing mature, sensitive, and effective relationships with

patients. Students must be able to tolerate physically taxing workloads and to function effectively under stress.

Students must be able to adapt to changing environments, respond appropriately to unpredictable circumstances,

and to display flexibility.

CHRONIC CONDITIONS

Students must not possess any chronic or recurrent illnesses such as infectious, psychiatric or substance

abuse problems that would interfere with quality patient care or safety and that are not compatible with dental

practice or training.

POLICIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PROFESSIONALISM

Professionalism is defined as, “the conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize or mark a profession or

a professional person.” While these characteristics may vary from profession to profession, the practice

of dentistry requires professionalism that goes far beyond basic honesty and integrity.The faculty and

administration are dedicated to the development of professionalism in all School of Dentistry students. One aim

of the institution is to create a learning environment, which offers students the opportunity to develop standards

of excellence, which will sustain them throughout their professional careers.

All School of Dentistry students are assigned a school email address. This is the university’s primary method of

communicating important messages to you. You are responsible for checking your school email at least once a

day.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE

PERSONAL HYGIENE

Students should follow good principles of personal hygiene on a daily basis. Men should be clean-shaven, or if

wearing a beard or mustache, it should be a neat trim. Hands and fingernails should be clean, with fingernails

trimmed to be no longer that the end of the finger.

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ATTIRE

Students are expected to maintain a professional appearance. During operating hours, students are prohibited

from wearing shorts. Men’s shirts must have sleeves and women are prohibited from wearing tank tops, halters,

or shirts that bare the midriff. Baseball caps, jeans, and T-shirts are not considered appropriate attire in classes,

preclinical laboratories, or clinics. Preferred attire for classes and clinics is surgical scrubs. Scrubs allow for a

professional appearance, are relative

ly inexpensive, durable and comfortable. The vertically integrated intra-

professional nature of our clinics does require differentiation between the various classes of dental and dental

hygiene students, a scrub color variation allows for this distinction. To insure standardization of the colors, you

will be expected to obtain your scrubs from the School of Dentistry Bookstore or a vendor selling the White

Swan line. Your class will be asked to wear among the following colors: Navy, New Navy,

Teal, Wine,

Seaspray, Caribbean, Galaxy Blue, Ciel, Granite or Sand.

The color for your entering class of 2024 is Royal Blue. Students who are not in compliance

with these minimal dress requirements will not be allowed to remain in the building.

ESTIMATED FIRST YEAR DENTAL EDUCATION COSTS

**TUITION: Texas Residents - 32,662

Non-Residents

- 57,804

REQUIRED FEES

Technology

Resource Fee

2,200.00

Information Technology Access

120.00

Laboratory Fees

50.00 50.00

Gross Anatomy Course Fee

500.00 500.00

Library Resource Fee

300.00 300.00

Professional Liability Insurance

25.00 25.00

Health Insurance

3,438.00 3,438.00

Dental Instrument Rental Kit Fee

1,735.00

American Student Dental Association membership fee

145.00

Student Record Fee

15.00

PURCHASED

Textbooks

1,500.15

Expendable Instrument Kit

7,773.24

7,173.24

Scrubs

152.80

Monographs

25.00 25.00

Magnification

1,290.00 1,290.00

Gold

**FEES &

PURCHASED

ITEMS - SUBTOTAL:

$18669.19 $18669.19

**TUITION:

$36,662 $57,804

**TOTAL:

$55,331.19

$76

, 473.19

**NOTE: Tuition and fees are subject to change by the Texas Legislature or The University of Texas Board of Regents.

Health Insurance:

http://www.uthouston.edu/auxiliary-enterprises/insurance/index.htm

Office of Student Financial Services: https://www.uth.edu/sfs/

Student Service Fees: https://www.uth.edu/registrar/current-students/registration/tuition--fee-schedule.htm

Estimated Educational Expenses for the 2

, 3

, and 4

years may be found on the Financial Aid website:

https://www.uth.edu/sfs/documents/2021-2022%20Estimated%20Cost%20of%20Attendance%20UTHealth.pdf

Payment Methods:

https://www.uth.edu/student/bursar/student-resources/

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Student Services Fee

FINANCIAL AID

The awarding of financial aid through The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is limited by

the availability of funds. All awards are made on the basis of established financial need. Any funds awarded

will be released on the first day of orientation. To continue receiving financial aid, a student must maintain

satisfactory academic progress and submit the annual renewal application.

The Office of Student Financial Services strongly encourages all students to enroll in direct deposit to expedite

the receipt of and access to funds.

For further informatio

n, or to obtain a loan application:

Office of Student Financial Services

https://www.uth.edu/sfs/

713-500-3860

STUDENT SERVICES FEE

The Student Services Fee (listed in the previous educational cost table) covers your enrollment in the student

health service, recreation center membership, shuttle, UTHSC Student Inter-council, and student governance

for the respective schools of the Health Science Center.

Included in Student Health Services is general outpatient medical services such as routine office visits, health

assessment, routine immunizations, and care for needle stick related injuries. You will be required to pay charges

incurred for other services such as laboratory tests, radiological services, pharmaceuticals, hospital and referred

consultations, and expensive immunizations such as the Hepatitis B vaccine. Student Health Services is open

from 8:30am-12pm and from 1pm-5pm Monday through Friday. Acute illness walk-ins

can be seen from

9:00am-11:

00am. The Student Health Service is l

ocated in The University of Texas Professional Building, 6410

Fannin, Suite 130. For further information or an appointment you may contact them at 713-500-5171 or visit

their website at http://www.uthouston.edu/studenthealth/

Optional recreational student services fee coverage for family members is available as follows: