Students in their PhD years can opt to go the annual national MSTP retreat in Aspen, Colorado . All costs are covered by Case. The MSTP office has a friendly staff that is willing to help with everything from making copies, to organizing events, finding an apartment, choosing a lab rotation, and just about anything you can think of. The steering committee is composed of about a dozen faculty members. When you are here, they will help you find a mentor and evaluate your progress through the program.
Students have several levels of mentorship.
Each has a steering committee mentor, and a student mentor. The program prides itself on student involvement. Students are represented by the MSTP council , which has a few members from every class. They plan the retreat , monthly meetings, the summer picnic , etc. They also give feedback and advice to the director, and perform various other duties.