Course & Program Information

We want you, our Pre-College Summer Students, to be ready to get the most out of your academic experience!  In preparation, the staff and faculty have prepared the following information to help set you up for an engaging, educational, and successful experience.   All enrolled students should check their respective information below to access course information, schedules, procedures, readings, and/or further information.

All Courses

  • Daily Schedule: Here is a general overview of the daily schedule
  • Course attendance is a requirement. Program staff will show students around where they will be meeting for class sessions. If a student is unsure about where to meet for class, they may contact their Community Manager.
  • The sections below provide information for students to review prior to their session starting.
  • Your course materials can be found on HuskyCT which can be accessed with your netID and password. HuskyCT is the university's learning management system where your instructor will share the course syllabus, information about office hours, course readings, and other information that may be needed for your course. Be sure to check it out before you arrive for check-in.

Duo Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Two-factor authentication (2FA) protects you and your information with two identity checks at login. You will need 2FA to access your HuskyCT site and Student Administration System (for credit course students)

You first sign in with your netID and password. Then, when prompted, you confirm your identity on another device, like your phone or a tablet. Even if your credentials are stolen, you can block someone from impersonating you and gaining access to your accounts. The University uses Duo for our 2FA service.

If you have not added a device to the UConn 2FA, start by grabbing the device you wish to add as your second factor (we recommend something mobile, like your smartphone or tablet). Then…

  1. Go to the 2FA Management Portal on netid.uconn.edu
  2. Click Manage Devices and follow the directions to add a device.
  3. Then return to the portal main page and click the second button, Opt in to 2FA. This will turn on your full protection.

Further information can be found here: its.uconn.edu/duo

IT support

Contact the ITS Technology Support Center for any assistance you may need when setting up 2FA:

Environmental Health and Sciences (EHS) Training

As a valued member of the UConn community, your safety is important to us. We take our job of training you in safety practices seriously. It is also your responsibility to learn how to keep yourself, those around you, and the educational environment safe. Depending on which courses you'll be taking, you may need to complete one, two, all three, or none of the EHS training modules in HuskyCT before you begin your studies. If you are enrolled in one or more of the Pre-College Summer courses listed in a module's description, you must pass that module before you begin the course. It is important that you earn 100% because this information will help you confidently and safely navigate your pre-college academic journey.

The training modules can be accessed through HuskyCT with your NetID and password. The EHS-Pre-College Summer site can be found by navigating to Organizations on the left menu once logged in.

 

Innovation Safety - This module is required for students in the following courses using the Innovation Zone:

  • STARTALK: Chinese (S1-2)
  • STARTALK: Korean (S1-2)

Laboratory Safety and Chemical Waste Management - This module is required for students in the following courses:

  • Chemistry (S2,S5)
  • Marine Biology (S3)
  • Pharmacy: Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery (S4)
  • Pre-Med: Human Anatomy and Physiology (S4)
  • Pre-Med: Human Musculoskeletal Injury and Pathology (S5)
  • Pre-Vet: Animal Health & Veterinary Science (S1, S4)
  • Sports Medicine (S1)
  • YSSS- CHEG1
  • YSSS- CHEG2
  • YSSS- CHEG3
  • YSSS- CHEG4
  • YSSS- CHEM1
  • YSSS- CHEM2
  • YSSS- EEB1
  • YSSS- KINE1
  • YSSS- MCB2
  • YSSS- NUSC1
  • YSSS- PATH1
  • YSSS- PHARM1
  • YSSS- PHARM2
  • YSSS- PNB1

Biosafety - This module is required for students in the following courses:

  • Pharmacy: Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery (S4)
  • Pre-Med: Human Musculoskeletal Injury and Pathology (S5)
  • Pre-Med: Human Anatomy and Physiology (S4)
  • Pre-Vet: Animal Health & Veterinary Science (S1, S4)
  • Sports Medicine (S1)
  • YSSS-EEB1
  • YSSS-KINE1
  • YSSS-MCB2
  • YSSS-NUSC1
  • YSSS-PATH1
  • YSSS-PHARM1
  • YSSS-PNB1

X-Ray Non-User Lab-Based Training Form - Students in the courses below will complete a lab-based training (tailored to the specific lab) with their Professor in class. They will complete a form to document that this training was delivered and understood.

  • YSSS-PHARM1
  • YSSS-PHARM2

Laser Safety  - Your instructor will work with you to complete the Laser Safety training in HuskySMS.
This module is required for students in the following courses:

  • YSSS-CHEG1

IMS Safety - Coordinate with your professor or mentor to complete this training requirement.
This module is required for students in the following courses:

  • YSSS-CHEG2
  • YSSS-CHEG3
  • YSSS-CHEG4

CITI (Human Subjects Training) - Instructors will work with students to complete the training.
This module is required for students in the following courses:

  • YSSS-PSYC1
  • YSSS-PSYC2

No Potential Hazards Identified for all other courses not listed above. Therefore, there is no EHS safety training required.

HuskyCT Resources

Your course materials can be found on HuskyCT which can be accessed with your netID and password. HuskyCT is the university's learning management system where your instructor will share the course syllabus, information about office hours, course readings, and other information that may be needed for your course.

 

Please see links below on how to navigate HuskyCT to familiarize yourself with your course site.

NetID Resources

The NetID is the Network Identifier that UConn issues students to allow access to most computing services. These services include: HuskyCT and accessing the university's WIFI. A NetID consists of three lower case letters (usually your initials) followed by five numbers, i.e. abc06003. If you have taken a UConn Early College Experience or an on-campus course in the past, a NetID was already assigned to you.

Returning UConn Students: Locate your UConn NetID and password. To find your NetID or to reset your NetID password visit the NetID website or call the Technology Support Center at 860-486-4357 for assistance.

New UConn PCS Students: activate your NetID by opening the NetID e-mail that was sent to the email you provided on your application. Continue by following the instructions provided (also included below). Please check your SPAM folder in case you have not seen the netID email with the activation code come through. If you have difficulties locating this email or need help activating it please contact the university's ITS center via chat techsupport.uconn.edu or directly at 860-486-4357.

Activate NetID

  1. Click on Activate NetID.
  2. Enter your NetID (use lower case letters).
    • You have been provided an Activation Code and this information was sent to the email you provided on your application. Use the “Activate using Activation Code” feature. Enter your activation code and your date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).
  3. You will be redirected to the “Set your NetID Password” page. Create a password following the complexity rules listed.
  4. Once your password has been successfully created, follow the instructions to set-up a recovery method by using the “Secondary E-mail and Mobile” feature. This will allow you to change a forgotten password in the future.

Orientation

A Family Orientation will take place each Sunday of check-in at 3:30pm. Attendance for families of the student is optional. It will be an opportunity to welcome you as a family and go over program information before saying your proper goodbyes for the week.

The student only orientation will follow shortly after at 4:00pm. Attendance is required for all registered students.

For address information on where the orientations will take place, see the student's Status Portal.

    Social Programs

    We also have exciting social activities in store! Our very own Community Managers develop a variety social programs that they facilitate over the course of the program. Whether a student is interested in playing a sport, being creative with arts & crafts, or joining a movie or board game night, there will be something for everyone! Information on how to join social programs will be shared by the Residential Staff when students arrive to campus.

     

    Workshops

    Register for workshops through your Status Portal by completing the workshops checklist item. Workshop attendance is required and students will be expected to attend workshops on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (may differ pending the course you are taking).