BEAR BEGINNINGS 2017 First-Year Student Schedule
WELCOME, CLASS OF 2021! Welcome to Washington University! As you prepare to begin life at college, you will share many similar experiences with other new students, starting with Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation. Events such as Convocation, the Common Reading Program, WU Life Series, and SUp All Night are designed to promote a consistent experience for the Class of 2021. At the same time, Washington University recognizes the individuality of its students and we encourage you to tailor your orientation experience to your own personal needs and preferences. Your four-day orientation experience comprises programs designed for the entire first-year class, events related to your undergraduate school, and additional activities tailored to your specific interests. Each undergraduate school has its own programs for students in that academic division. Please pay particular attention to REQUIRED EVENTS as they may pertain to academic requirements. Make note of programs without school affiliations, such as placement exams, social events, and residential college activities and floor meetings. Some of the events are REQUIRED, while others are optional; however, we strongly encourage you to participate in all programs in order to make the most of your Bear Beginnings experience. The most important thing to remember during Bear Beginnings is that you are not alone in this new experience. Everyone on campus is excited to help you learn all you need to know about being a student at Washington University, so don’t ever hesitate to ask questions as you begin to discover your place in the Washington University community! Throughout the schedule, the following abbreviations are used to indicate mandatory programs and events; attendance is required:
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All Students
EN
School of Engineering & Applied Science
A&S
College of Arts & Sciences
SF
Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts
BU
Olin Business School
We are very excited to welcome you to the Washington University community! FIRST YEAR CENTER firstyear.wustl.edu | firstyearcenter@wustl.edu | 314.935.5040
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 24th INFORMATION STATION 8:30 AM–4:00 PM | SOUTH 40, CLOCKTOWER Staff from the First Year Center will be available to answer any questions. Printed schedules, resources, and maps, including directions to local St. Louis shopping and dining locations will be available. Look for the First Year Center tent next to the Clocktower.
RESOURCE FAIR 9:00 AM–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40 Welcome to Washington University! Once you are settled, take some time to stop by and visit with the campus departments and organizations that will be present at tables by the Clocktower. Alumni Association Athletics and Recreation Bank of America Bear Cuts Bear Discounts Bears Bikes Bear-y Sweet Shoppe Campus Card Services College of Arts & Sciences Cornerstone: The Learning Center Emergency Management EnCouncil First Year Center Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement
Interfaith Campus Ministries Association Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Off the Row The Shopping Stop Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship Student Technology Services Student Conduct & Community Standards Sustainability Undergraduate Admissions University Trucking Inc. U-Shuttle Wash-U-Wash
SWAP: SHARING WITH A PURPOSE 9:00 AM–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40, BASKETBALL COURTS SWAP is holding a sale of reusable room items, including furniture, fridges, and microwaves, on the Swamp basketball courts starting on Move-In Day. SWAP is a student-run nonprofit that works to keep items in reuse on campus. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Trading Post, an on-campus freecycling center. Be sure to stop by before popular items sell out! Limited inventory; first come, first served.
CAMPUS SAFETY AND PROPERTY PROTECTION INFORMATION 11:00 AM–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40, LIEN HOUSE, URSA’S FIRESIDE The Washington University Police Department will be on hand to provide safety information, register bicycles, and sell bicycle locks and computer anti-theft tags.
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CAMPUS TOURS 11:00 AM–3:30 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER Meet at Grand Staircase. Tours of the Danforth Campus, not including the South 40, will be provided by the Washington University Student Associates (WUSAs). WUSAs work for the First Year Center serving as orientation leaders during Bear Beginnings, and then as academic mentors throughout the first year. Tours depart every half-hour. The last tour will leave at 3:30 PM.
CULTURAL OPEN HOUSES Stop in and meet staff, faculty, and student leaders while learning about the community of support, student organizations, and activities planned for this year. Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton will make brief remarks 10 minutes after the start of each open house. Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Students and Families 1:00–2:00 PM | WOMEN’S BUILDING, FORMAL LOUNGE Latino Students and Families 1:45–2:45 PM | UMRATH HALL, UMRATH LOUNGE Black Students and Families 2:30–3:30 PM | BAUER HALL, FRICK FORUM
CHANCELLOR’S RECEPTION FOR NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES 3:00–4:00 PM | RIDGLEY HALL, HOLMES LOUNGE Meet Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton and enjoy food and conversation with university administrators, other new international students, and their families.
WELCOME RECEPTION FOR GAP YEAR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES 3:00–4:00 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ROOM 276 Join other students who took a year off after high school before coming to Washington University, as well as their family members. Share your experiences and hear about what other people did during their time away from school.
EARLY DINNER 4:00–5:15 PM | LOCATION OF YOUR CHOOSING Please make sure you eat early today. You have a required residential floor meeting at 5:30 PM followed by Convocation. For a listing of on-campus dining options, please see the resources section of the WashUEvents app.
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THURSDAY RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETINGS 5:30–7:30 PM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS
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Welcome to your residential college community! Meet other residents, your resident advisors, and your WUSAs, and learn how to make the most out of your Bear Beginnings experience! Be sure to wear your new residential college shirt!
CONVOCATION
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7:30–9:00 PM | ATHLETIC COMPLEX Join students, faculty, and administrators at this memorable event as Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton welcomes all new students and families to the university. Speakers will include both a faculty member and a Washington University senior. Doors will open at 6:45 PM for parent and family seating. Seating in the Athletic Complex for families and guests is extremely limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note, the majority of seating in the Athletic Complex is limited to bleachers and requires the ability to climb stairs. Additional viewing locations with a live televised broadcast of the ceremony are available in Graham Chapel, Mallinckrodt Center’s Edison Theatre, Danforth University Center Tisch Commons, and Simon Hall’s May Auditorium. Guests with small children or mobility limitations, requiring the use of wheelchairs or chairs with back support, may want to consider these additional viewing areas. Families in the additional viewing areas will be closer to the Brookings Quadrangle where all new students will gather with their families to close the Convocation Ceremony.
CELEBRATION IN THE QUAD 9:00–10:00 PM | BROOKINGS QUADRANGLE Immediately following Convocation, join the chancellor’s procession to Brookings Quad for entertainment and a special St. Louis treat, Ted Drewes frozen custard. Water generously supported by Wydown Water. Thank you to the Office of Sustainability and Green Ambassadors for staffing the Waste Stations and helping us work towards a waste-free event.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 25th INFORMATION STATION 7:30 AM–5:00 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, GRAND STAIRCASE Staff from the First Year Center will be available to answer any questions. Printed schedules, resources, and maps, including directions to local St. Louis shopping and dining locations will be available.
ARCHITECTURE, ART, ARTS & SCIENCES, AND BUSINESS: WRITING PLACEMENT EXAM (NOT ENGINEERING) 8:00–10:15 AM | DUNCKER HALL, ROOM 101
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Students who received notification in late May that they are required to take the Writing Placement Exam MUST report for this examination only if they have not completed the exam online via Blackboard. Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early in order to check in. Please bring pens or sharpened pencils. Students in the School of Engineering & Applied Science will take the Writing Placement Exam on Saturday, August 26th at 12:45 PM. This exam overlaps with the Common Reading Program. Please focus on this exam and join your discussion as soon as possible. Make sure you know where you will be meeting for your Common Reading Program discussion which follows immediately after this session. Your RA and WUSA provided you with the location of your Common Reading Program discussion at your Thursday evening residential floor meeting.
ENGINEERING: ASSOCIATE DEAN’S MEETING 8:00–9:45 AM | BROWN HALL, ROOM 100 Associate Dean Chris Kroeger will review academic policies as well as curriculum information and discuss the services and resources provided by Engineering Student Services and other School of Engineering & Applied Science offices. Make sure you know where you will be meeting for your Common Reading Program discussion which follows immediately after this session. Your RA and WUSA provided you with the location of your Common Reading Program discussion at your Thursday evening residential floor meeting.
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RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETING
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9:30 AM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Gather with your residential college floor, your RAs and your WUSAs to walk together to meet your faculty discussion leader for the Common Reading Program. Please check in with your WUSAs and bring any notes from Frankenstein. Engineering students and those taking the Writing Placement Exam will not attend this residential floor meeting. Instead, you will go directly from the 8:00 AM Engineering Associate Dean’s session or the Writing Placement Exam to your Common Reading Program location. Your RA and WUSA provided you with the location of your Common Reading Program discussion at your Thursday evening residential floor meeting.
COMMON READING PROGRAM
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10:00 AM–NOON| VARIOUS LOCATIONS See your RAs or WUSAs for details. This is your opportunity to engage a faculty member and your floormates in a lively discussion of the book Frankeinstein by Mary Shelley. Come prepared with your notes, perspective, ideas, questions, and an open mind.
CAMPUS SAFETY AND PROPERTY PROTECTION INFORMATION NOON–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40, LIEN HOUSE, URSA’S FIRESIDE The Washington University Police Department will be on hand to provide safety information, register bicycles, and sell bicycle locks and computer anti-theft tags.
SWAP: SHARING WITH A PURPOSE MOVE-IN SALE NOON–2:00 PM | SOUTH 40, BASKETBALL COURTS SWAP is holding a sale of reusable room items, including furniture, fridges, and microwaves, on the Swamp basketball courts starting on Move-In Day. SWAP is a studentrun nonprofit that works to keep items in reuse on campus. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Trading Post, an on-campus freecycling center. Be sure to stop by before popular items sell out! Limited inventory; first come, first served.
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ENGINEERING: ACADEMIC MEETING AND LUNCH WITH FACULTY ADVISORS 12:15–1:30 PM | LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED AT THE ASSOCIATE DEAN’S MEETING
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During this important lunch, you will meet with your faculty advisor to discuss engineering-specific academics, research, and student life.
FREE TIME FOR LUNCH 12:15–1:30 PM | SUGGESTED LOCATIONS LISTED BELOW Architecture, Art, and Business: Danforth University Center, Dains Dining Arts & Sciences: South 40, Bear’s Den Engineering: Please see directly above for information about the Academic Meeting and Lunch with your Engineering Faculty Advisor Please make sure you take time for lunch while keeping in mind your personal schedule and potential academic advising appointments. In order to facilitate lunch during a busier than usual time, we invite you to eat at your designated academic division location. If your family is still on campus, please arrange for them to meet you.
BUSINESS: OLIN ADVISING HOURS 1:00–3:00 PM | SIMON HALL, VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please refer to an email from your academic advisor that includes your personalized schedule and your required meeting time and location.
ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX OPEN ADVISING HOURS 1:00–3:00 PM | BIXBY HALL, ROOM 1 Meet with either Assistant Dean and Registrar Cris Baldwin, or Associate Dean of Students Georgia Binnington to adjust your fall schedule or discuss any concerns you might have. Make an appointment using their online calendar.
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FRIDAY ENGINEERING: DEPARTMENTAL OPEN HOUSES AND PRESENTATIONS 1:30–2:30 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Faculty will discuss academic opportunities for students interested in each specific field. All sessions will repeat at 2:45 PM. Biomedical Engineering WHITAKER HALL, ROOM 100 Chemical Engineering and students interested in Environmental & Energy Engineering BRAUER HALL, ROOM 012 Computer Science and Computer Engineering CROW HALL, ROOM 201 Electrical and Systems Engineering GREEN HALL, 2ND FLOOR, ROOM 0120 Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science LOPATA HALL, ROOM 101
FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS 1:30–2:15 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Get a sneak preview of the classroom atmosphere at Washington University. Professors will introduce you to their areas of expertise. These faculty members were nominated by WUSAs to represent the spirit of academics at Washington University. See the WashUEvents app for lecture topics and locations.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE PLACEMENT EXAMS 1:30–3:30 PM
Arabic SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 103
Japanese SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 304
Chinese SEIGLE HALL, ROOM L006
Korean SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 109
Hebrew SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 208
Russian SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 106
Hindi SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 104 Students interested in pursuing course work in one of the languages listed above, who have previous knowledge or experience of the language, should plan to take a written and/or oral exam. If you are starting a new language, no placement exam is required. French, Spanish, Italian, Latin, and German language placement exams should be taken online. Visit firstyear.wustl.edu for more information.
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FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS 2:30–3:15 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Get a sneak preview of the classroom atmosphere at WashU. Several professors will introduce you to their areas of expertise. These faculty members were nominated by WUSAs to represent the spirit of academics at WashU. See the WashUEvents App for specific lectures and locations.
ENGINEERING: DEPARTMENTAL OPEN HOUSES AND PRESENTATIONS 2:45–3:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Faculty will discuss academic opportunities for students interested in each specific field. Biomedical Engineering WHITAKER HALL, ROOM 100 Chemical Engineering and students interested in Environmental & Energy Engineering BRAUER HALL, ROOM 012 Computer Science and Computer Engineering CROW HALL, ROOM 201 Electrical and Systems Engineering GREEN HALL, ROOM 0120 Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science LOPATA HALL, ROOM 101
ACADEMIC SUPPORT OPEN HOUSES 3:00–5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Stop in to learn about the resources available to students to ensure they have a successful WashU academic career. Career Center DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ROOM 110 Cornerstone: The Learning Center SOUTH 40, GREGG HOUSE, CORNERSTONE, TECH LAB Undergraduate Research CUPPLES II, SUITE 306 University Libraries OLIN LIBRARY, MAIN ENTRANCE
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FRIDAY ARTS & SCIENCES: ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, PRESENTATIONS, AND TOURS 3:00–5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS All students are strongly encouraged to attend at least one academic open house, presentation, or tour. This is your opportunity to meet with professors from Arts & Sciences departments and programs to learn more about courses, majors, minors, and research opportunities. For students who are exploring many paths, this time should be used to learn more about potential areas of interest. Consider stopping by sessions from different disciplines- humanities, social science, and natural sciences- to learn more about each area and what students in those fields go on to do post-graduation. For students who have a more focused path, use this time to connect with the departments you may be considering for a major or course of study.
BUSINESS: OLIN UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES OPEN HOUSE 3:00–4:00 PM | SIMON HALL, ROOM 118 Hosted by Senior Associate Dean Steve Malter. Visit the Business Undergraduate office and meet the staff that will be working with you over the next four years.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR STUDENT UNION 3:00–4:00 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ROOM 234 Interested in finding ways in which you can advocate, allocate, and program for the WashU student body? Stop by to learn about Student Union! There are many ways for new students to become active members of SU, even as early as fall elections held this semester. Come by to meet and talk with your current student leaders and learn more about SU and how you can get involved. Hosted by Student Union.
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INTERFAITH CAMPUS MINISTRY OPEN HOUSES 3:00–5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Visit with representatives from various Washington University Interfaith Campus Ministries Association groups. Association of Christian Truth Seekers (ACTS) SOUTH 40, LIEN HOUSE SEMINAR, ROOM 1 Bhakti Yoga Club NORTHSIDE, LOPATA HOUSE, ROOM 22 College Central (EPC) NORTHSIDE, LOPATA HOUSE, ROOM 16 Catholic Student Center 6352 FORSYTH BLVD Chabad on Campus 7018 FORSYTH BLVD
Lutheran Student Fellowship (LCMS) NORTHSIDE, LOPATA HOUSE, ROOM 11 Muslim Student Association NORTHSIDE, LOPATA HOUSE, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM Overflow/Cru SOUTH 40, MUDD HOUSE, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM Reformed University Fellowship (PCA) MALLINCKRODT HALL, ROOM 302 UKirk (PC-USA) MALLINCKRODT HALL, ROOM 303 Wash U Hillel 6300 FORSYTH BLVD
Episcopal Campus Ministry 7023 FORSYTH BLVD Lutheran Campus Ministry (ELCA) 7019 FORSYTH BLVD. For a listing of religious services and events happening during Bear Beginnings, please see the WashUEvents app.
LGBTQIAA OPEN HOUSE 3:00–4:00 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, GOLDBERG FORMAL LOUNGE Want to find out about the LGBTQIAA resources Washington University has to offer? Drop by and meet student leaders, faculty, and staff who are a part of and/or support the LGBTQIAA community on campus, while getting your questions answered about LGBTQIAA campus life. Light refreshments will be served. LGBTQIAA: Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Questioning Intersex Asexual Ally
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FRIDAY INFORMATION SESSIONS 3:15–4:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS These sessions will repeat at 4:15 PM. Disability Resources SOUTH 40, GREGG HOUSE, CORNERSTONE SEMINAR ROOM isability Resources staff will discuss the university’s policies and procedures for D students with disabilities. They will explain the process for disability resource registration, accommodation determination, and available services. There will be an opportunity for questions. Managing Your Food Allergies and Intolerances on Campus DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ORCHID ROOM ashington University Dining Services strives to provide an enjoyable and safe dining W experience for those who dine on campus. Meeting the needs of those with food allergies and intolerances is an important part of that goal. This session will introduce you to Dining Services team members and allow you to ask questions to help make your campus dining experience comfortable.
BALLET, JAZZ, AND MODERN DANCE PLACEMENT CLASS 4:00–6:00 PM | MALLINCKRODT CENTER, ANNELISE MERTZ DANCE STUDIO, ROOM 207, MAIN LEVEL New students wishing to enter dance classes above the beginning level must attend the placement class. Any preregistered student who signed up for a course beyond the introductory level based on summer conversation with an advisor is tentatively enrolled. These students need to take the placement class as well. The class begins with a short ballet barre, followed by modern dance and a jazz combination to determine appropriate placement for any of these courses. You do not need to sign up for the placement class in advance. Questions about the Dance Placement Class should be directed to Professor Mary-Jean Cowell, mjcowell@wustl.edu.
INFORMATION SESSIONS 4:15–5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please see descriptions from 3:15 PM sessions. Disability Resources SOUTH 40, GREGG HOUSE, CORNERSTONE SEMINAR ROOM Managing Your Food Allergies and Intolerances on Campus DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ORCHID ROOM
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FREE TIME FOR DINNER 5:30–7:45 PM | LOCATION OF YOUR CHOOSING This time is open on both student and family schedules. You may choose to spend time with family or other new students. For a listing of on-campus dining options, please see the resources section of the WashU events app. There also are many locations in nearby neighborhoods where you can enjoy a bite to eat before the next required floor meeting. Be sure that you are back by 7:45PM for your required residential floor meeting at 8:00 PM.
RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETING 8:00–9:15 PM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Learn what resident advisors do, how they can help you, and the policies and programs of the residential colleges.
LATE NIGHT AT THE REC 9:30–11:00 PM | SUMERS RECREATION CENTER Games, giveaways, prizes and food! Your night is about to get even better. At the new Sumers Recreation Center, you’ll learn about our recreation programs, wellness services, and varsity athletic teams, while having an opportunity to participate in a variety of fun activities, fitness classes, and facility tours. Casual, athletic clothing and footwear is recommended.
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 26th RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETING
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8:45 AM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Meet your WUSAs, resident advisors, and your floormates to gather for this morning’s mandatory events. Please check in with your WUSAs.
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9:30–11:30 AM Bearings | Various locations DANFORTH HOUSE
BROWN HALL, ROOM 100
DARDICK HOUSE
LOUDERMAN HALL, ROOM 458
DAUTEN HALL
MCMILLAN HALL, ROOM G062
LIEN HOUSE
WILSON HALL, ROOM 214
This brief film depicts a series of common experiences during the first year. After the screening, students hear from their Residential College Director and then participate in a discussion led by the RAs and WUSAs. The Date | Graham Chapel BEAUMONT HALL ELIOT HOUSE KOENIG HOUSE LEE HALL This show examines the issues surrounding sexual violence on college campuses. Following the performance, students will break into discussion groups by gender. A gender-inclusive discussion will take place in the Relationship & Sexual Violence Prevention center located in Seigle Hall, Suite 435. Our Names, Our Stories | Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre HURD HALL MYERS HALL PARK HOUSE UMRATH HOUSE Building on the tenet of knowing every student by name and story, Our Names, Our Stories shares student reflections of their experiences at WashU and illustrates the values of our community, specifically those related to fostering a supportive, diverse, and inclusive community. After the performance, RAs and WUSAs will lead a discussion on the stories presented.
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CAMPUS SAFETY & PROPERTY PROTECTION 11:30 AM–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40, LIEN HOUSE, POLICE DEPARTMENT LOBBY The Washington University Police Department will be on hand to provide safety information, register bicycles, and sell bicycle locks and computer anti-theft tags.
BUSINESS: LUNCH AND LECTURE WITH THE DEAN 11:45 AM–1:30 PM | CHARLES F. KNIGHT CENTER, ROOM 351
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Hosted by Dean Mark Taylor, with Senior Associate Dean Steve Malter, Olin Undergraduate Advisors, and the Olin Business Council President, Marni Widen. Business casual attire required.
ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX LUNCH WITH PEER ADVISORS NOON–1:00 PM | STEINBERG HALL, NORTH TERRACE
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Meet your peer advisors, student group representatives, and fellow students for lunch.
ENGINEERING: WRITING PLACEMENT EXAM 12:45–2:45 PM | WHITAKER HALL, ROOM 100
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Engineering students who have not satisfied the English Composition (L59 100 Writing 1) proficiency requirement are required to take this writing placement exam. Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in. NOTE: This is different from the previous Architecture, Art, Arts & Sciences, and Business Writing Placement Exam.
ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX DEANS MEETING 1:15–2:15 PM | STEINBERG HALL, STEINBERG AUDITORIUM The deans will provide you with an introduction to academic life at Washington University and offer ideas about planning your program of study.
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SATURDAY ARTS & SCIENCES: COLLEGE ROTATIONS
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1:00 – 1:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please attend the rotation that corresponds with the first letter of your last name. These sessions will repeat at 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM to ensure you can attend all rotations. Dean’s Meeting A-G MALLINCKRODT CENTER, EDISON THEATRE Dean Jennifer Smith will introduce you to intellectual opportunities in Arts & Sciences and offer ideas about how to make academic choices that will help you find your path—in college and beyond. What’s Your WU IQ? H-O SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM Required for any student who did NOT attend a SOAR session or First-Year Summer Academic Program (FSAP). This presentation by Dean Jennifer Romney will familiarize students with the College of Arts & Sciences degree requirements and demonstrate some of the unique qualities of the curriculum. Meet the Faculty P-Z UMRATH HALL, UMRATH LOUNGE Just who are these people who will be at the front of your classrooms next week? How and why does one become a professor of Biological Anthropology? What is Biological Anthropology, anyway? Getting to know your professors is one of the best ways to guarantee a great college experience. At this event, you’ll have the opportunity to interact informally with professors from across Arts & Sciences disciplines, many of whom teach first- and second-year classes.
BUSINESS: OLIN ADVISING HOURS
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1:30–5:00 PM | SIMON HALL, VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please refer to your personalized schedule that can be found in your Business School Orientation Packet for your required meeting time and location.
FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS 2:00–2:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Come get a sneak preview of the classroom atmosphere at Washington University. Several professors will introduce you to their areas of expertise. These faculty members were nominated by WUSAs to represent the spirit of academics at Washington University. See the WashUEvents app for lecture topics and locations.
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ARTS & SCIENCES: COLLEGE ROTATIONS 2:00–2:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS
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Please attend the rotation that corresponds with the first letter of your last name. Please see description from 1:00 PM session. Dean’s Meeting H-O MALLINCKRODT HALL, ROOM 302 What’s Your WU IQ? P-Z SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM Meet the Faculty A-G UMRATH HALL, UMRATH LOUNGE
ARCHITECTURE: SAM FOX STUDIO ASSIGNMENTS (ONLY THOSE ENROLLED IN A46 ARCH 111) 2:30–4:00 PM | GIVENS HALL, ROOM 116
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Studio spaces will be assigned; supplies and drafting boards will be distributed. Bring your laptop.
ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX OPEN ADVISING HOURS 2:30–5:00 PM | BIXBY HALL, ROOM 1 Meet with either Assistant Dean and Registrar Cris Baldwin, or Associate Dean of Students Georgia Binnington to adjust your fall schedule or discuss any concerns you might have.
ENGINEERING: ACTIVITIES FAIR, INDUCTION CEREMONY, AND ICE CREAM TRUCK 3:00–4:30 PM | BROWN HALL, ROOM 100
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Hear an all Engineering Student Group SLAM and then join your fellow new students for Induction, a school tradition. Enjoy an ice cream treat, some giveaways, and tie-dying your Engineering T-shirt.
ARTS & SCIENCES: COLLEGE ROTATIONS 3:00–3:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please attend the rotation that corresponds with the first letter of your last name. Please see description from 1:00 PM session. Dean’s Meeting P-Z MALLINCKRODT HALL, ROOM 302 What’s Your WU IQ? A-G SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM Meet the Faculty H-O UMRATH HALL, UMRATH LOUNGE
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SATURDAY FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS 4:00–4:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Get a sneak preview of the classroom atmosphere at WashU. Several professors will introduce you to their areas of expertise. These faculty members were nominated by WUSAs to represent the spirit of academics at WashU. See the WashU Events App for specific lectures and locations.
INTERESTED IN COMBINED STUDIES? 4:30–5:30 PM | SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM For all first-year students interested in learning more about combined studies, i.e., students considering degrees from two schools or majors in two schools, there will be a general information meeting followed by breakout sessions with presentations by each of the five undergraduate schools.
FREE TIME FOR DINNER 5:30–6:30 PM | LOCATION OF YOUR CHOOSING Please make sure you take time for dinner before tonight’s required activities. Be sure you return to your Residential College in time for your required Residential Floor Meeting at 6:45 PM.
RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETING
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6:45 PM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Meet your WUSAs, resident advisors, and your floormates to gather for this evening’s mandatory events. Please check in with your WUSAs.
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WU LIFE SERIES 7:30–9:30 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS
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For event descriptions, see Saturday 9:30 AM performance information on page 13. Bearings | Various locations BEAUMONT HALL
SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM
ELIOT HOUSE
MCMILLAN HALL, ROOM G052
LEE HALL
SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM
KOENIG HOUSE
LOUDERMAN HALL, ROOM 458
The Date | Graham Chapel HURD HALL MYERS HALL PARK HOUSE UMRATH HOUSE Following the performance, a gender-inclusive discussion will take place in Seigle Hall, suite 435. Our Names, Our Stories | Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre DANFORTH HOUSE DARDICK HOUSE DAUTEN HALL LIEN HOUSE
SUP ALL NIGHT 9:00–11:00 PM | MUDD FIELD Come and meet other new students and members of Student Union! Enjoy some delicious popcorn, listen to music, and play lawn games (with prizes)! Have fun and make some memories with your new friends! Brought to you by Student Union, Dining Services, and Campus Life.
INFORMATION SESSION ON AUDITIONS FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT 9:45–10:45 PM | MALLINCKRODT CENTER, A.E. HOTCHNER STUDIO THEATRE, ROOM 208 This session is an opportunity for new students to learn about auditioning for the Performing Arts Department (PAD) Drama productions. PAD strongly encourages first-year students to audition. Auditions for all productions will be held on the the evenings of August 31st and September 1st. Jeffery Matthews, professor of practice, will talk about the audition process and answer any questions you may have about theater on campus.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 27th RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETING
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8:45 AM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Meet your WUSAs, resident advisors, and your floormates to gather for this morning’s mandatory events. Please check in with your WUSAs.
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9:30–11:30 AM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS For event descriptions, see Saturday 9:30 AM performance information on page 13. Bearings | Various locations HURD HALL
WILSON HALL, ROOM 214
MYERS HALL
WILSON HALL, ROOM 214
PARK HOUSE
LOUDERMAN HALL, ROOM 458
UMRATH HOUSE
BROWN HALL, ROOM 100
The Date | Graham Chapel DANFORTH HOUSE DARDICK HOUSE DAUTEN HALL LIEN HOUSE Following the performance, a gender-inclusive discussion will take place in Seigle Hall, suite 435. Our Names, Our Stories | Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre BEAUMONT HALL ELIOT HOUSE KOENIG HOUSE LEE HALL
ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX OPEN ADVISING HOURS 11:30 AM–2:00 PM | BIXBY HALL, ROOM 1 Meet with either Assistant Dean and Registrar Cris Baldwin, or Associate Dean of Students Georgia Binnington to adjust your fall schedule or discuss any concerns you might have.
FREE TIME FOR LUNCH 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | LOCATION OF YOUR CHOOSING Please make sure you take time for lunch. Be sure you know when and where you need to be for your next event.
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ENGINEERING: PRE-MED MEETING 1:30–2:30 PM | LOPATA HALL, ROOM 101 Thinking ahead to medical school? Explore your options and learn how your undergraduate years can prepare you with Dr. Dennis Barbour of Biomedical Engineering. Ron Laue, assistant dean and health professions advisor for Engineering, will also be on hand to answer your questions.
BUSINESS: OLIN ADVISING HOURS 1:30–6:00 PM | SIMON HALL, VARIOUS LOCATIONS
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Please refer to an email from your academic advisor that includes your personalized schedule and required meeting time and location.
ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX ASSOCIATE DEAN’S MEETING 2:30–3:30 PM | STEINBERG HALL, STEINBERG AUDITORIUM
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This program is specially designed to introduce new students to the university and the Sam Fox School.
COMPUTER SCIENCE PLACEMENT EXAM 2:45–4:15 PM | LOPATA HALL, ROOM 101 This exam is for students with computer science background or programming experience, regardless of intended major. Students with a score of 4 or 5 on the CS AP test automatically receive credit for CSE 131; those students need not take the placement exam, but if they want to reassess their readiness, they are welcome to take it. Students with a lower score on the CS AP test will not receive credit for CSE 131, but as with all students, CSE 131 will be waived completely or in part by passing all or some of the placement exam (see below). The placement exam determines one of the following outcomes: 1) A student may be recommended to take CSE131 in its entirety. 2) A student may be recommended to begin in a CSE course beyond CSE131. 3) Same as (2), but completion of specific CSE131 modules may be required or recommended. Questions about the Computer Science Placement Exam should be directed to Professor Ron Cytron, cytron@wustl.edu.
ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX FACULTY PRESENTATIONS 3:30–4:30 PM | STEINBERG HALL, AUDITORIUM
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Members of the Sam Fox faculty will present and discuss their work.
ARTS & SCIENCES: GROUP ADVISING MEETING 4:00–5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS See email from the College of Arts & Sciences for your assigned time and location or ask your academic advisor for more information. All Arts & Sciences students must attend this mandatory group advising meeting. 20 | BEAR BEGINNINGS
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ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX PICNIC
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4:30–5:30 PM | STEINBERG HALL, NORTH TERRACE Relax with administrators, faculty, and other students from the Sam Fox School.
BUSINESS: OLIN PEER AMBASSADOR SOCIAL
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6:00–7:00 PM | KNIGHT HALL, FRICK FORUM An opportunity for you to meet your Olin Peer Ambassador and join them in the first BSBA social of the year. Dinner will be served. You’ll leave directly from the social for your mandatory meeting on the South 40.
FREE TIME FOR DINNER 6:00–7:00 PM | LOCATION OF YOUR CHOOSING Please make sure you take time for dinner before tonight’s required activities. Be sure you return to your Residential College in time for your required Residential Floor Meeting at 7:15 PM. Business: Business students have the Olin Peer Ambassador Social where dinner will be served.
CLASSES ARE TOMORROW, GET READY! 7:15–9:15 PM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS
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Join your WUSAs and residential advisors for an important discussion about how to best prepare for your first week of classes. Come with any last minute questions before classes start tomorrow.
MOVIE ON THE SWAMP 9:30 PM | SOUTH 40, THE SWAMP (RAIN SITE: COLLEGE HALL) Come spread out a blanket, enjoy free refreshments, and watch a movie with your new friends at the outdoor theatre setup. Brought to you by Congress of the South 40 (CS40).
MONDAY, AUGUST 28th DAY 1 8:30–10:00 AM | UNDERPASS Day 1 welcomes you to your first day of classes at WashU! Stop by the Underpass for a quick snack and free school supplies on the first day of classes. You can even have a picture taken to send home—priceless.
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