Each department will forward the I-9 to the Graduate School. In order to be paid on time, please sign your contract and obtain all signatures as soon as possible. For further information, contact the Graduate School. As a graduate teaching assistant, you are not entitled to staff medical benefits. There is, however, a low-cost, student accident and health insurance policy, which is available for purchase to all students.
Coverage is also available for spouses and dependents of eligible students.
You may purchase insurance for either one semester or for the entire year. You may purchase this policy when you register or during the forty-five day period following the first day of registration. Health care may be obtained at the Student Health Center by any student registered for one to five credits. The qualified staff of doctors and nurses at the clinic would be happy to answer any further questions you might have concerning this service. Brochures describing this insurance plan are available at the Student Health Center located in the Redfield Building, across from the School of Medicine.