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Dear M2 Class,</p>
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I hope you are enjoying your summer and finding time to relax and recharge before the start of the new academic year. We are looking forward to welcoming you back to campus next week as you begin your second year of medical school. It has been exciting to see
all that you accomplished during your first year, and we look forward to supporting your continued growth and success in the year ahead.</p>
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One of the highlights of next week will be the opportunity to welcome and introduce our incoming M1 students to the Upstate community. Attached is the M1 Class Directory*, which we hope will help you begin getting acquainted with the newest members of the Upstate
community. Thank you for the leadership, mentorship, and sense of community that you bring to our College of Medicine. We know the incoming class will benefit greatly from your example and support.</p>
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Enjoy the remainder of your summer, and we look forward to seeing you next week.</p>
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Best wishes,</p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Robert F. Ruiz</p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Interim Vice President for Educational Services & Dean of Student Affairs</p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">766 Irving Avenue (1225 Weiskotten Hall)</p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Syracuse, NY 13210</p>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Office: 315.464.4816</p>
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*Information as of 7/22/2026</div>
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