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New Jayhawk Checklist

Hello, new Jayhawks! All newly-enrolled students are expected to complete these online courses and trainings, submit immunization records, and complete TB screening prior to August 18th, the first day of classes. The checklist must be completed to enroll in Spring 2026 semester classes.


Courses and Trainings

You will receive notification via your University of Kansas email when these courses and trainings are available to you. 

Jayhawks Give a Flock

Participate in Jayhawks Give a Flock, KU’s in person bystander intervention program, during Hawk Week. Learn skills and tools to identify behavior that puts others at risk for violence, victimization, or perpetration.

CyberSafe KU

This course covers the basics of staying safe online and protecting your personal data and university information. In under 25 minutes, you’ll learn KU’s rules for handling sensitive data.

RespectEdu

This is a web-based educational training bringing awareness to interpersonal violence and providing information regarding Title IX and Clery Act to support students’ interactions with advisors, faculty members, peers, and undergraduate students.

AlcoholEdu

Learn about alcohol and its effects on the body and mind through AlcoholEdu. This online course is personalized to you based on your previous alcohol education.

Immunizations and Screenings

All new students are to provide proof of receiving the immunizations and screenings listed below. Upload through the Patient Portal.

Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)

Show proof of two vaccinations if you were born on or after January 1, 1957.

Meningitis ACWY

Show proof of vaccination given on or after your 16th birthday if you are living in university-owned group housing.

Tuberculosis (TB)

Complete the Screening Questionnaire via the patient portal and participate in follow up testing if required.

Find More Information

Contact the Sexual Assault Prevention Education Center (SAPEC) if you have further questions about the Sexual Harassment Awareness Training or Jayhawks Give a Flock, contact the Health Education Resource Office (HERO) if you have further questions about AlcoholEdu, and contact Watkins Health Services (WHS) if you have further questions about immunizations and screenings.

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