Bear Beginnings 2014 Parent & Family Schedule

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BEAR BEGINNINGS 2014 Parent & Family Orientation Schedule


WELCOME We are very excited to welcome you and your student to Washington University. The orientation experiences for students and for families are intentionally planned separately to give each of you the opportunity to learn about the University and all it has to offer. There are times, however, when we feel it would be best for you and your students to participate in programs together. These events are marked with the following symbol:

When making plans with your student, please refer to your student’s schedule to be sure he or she is back on campus for important Bear Beginnings programs. We will also be providing you with an opportunity over the next two days to write a note to your student, which will then be mailed to him or her a few weeks into the semester. The Letters from Home note cards will be available for pick up and drop off at various parent and family events. Since we have planned separate programs for students and families, you will not have much time with your student while you are on campus. While your son or daughter is meeting classmates and learning about life on campus, we strive to help you become familiar with the Washington University community. We hope you enjoy Parent & Family Orientation! THE FIRST YEAR CENTER firstyear.wustl.edu | firstyearcenter@wustl.edu | 314.935.5040 ASK THE FYC Need answers quickly and virtually? Follow the First Year Center on Twitter @WUFYC. Staff from the First Year Center will be able to answer your questions directly throughout Bear Beginnings. FOLLOW THE FYC

/wufirstyearcenter      /WUFYC     @WUFYC      @WUFYC

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LETTER FROM SHANA Dear parents and family members, My name is Shana Zucker and I am a current junior in the College of Arts & Sciences, as well as the Parent and Family Chair on the First Year Center Executive Board. You may remember my family and me from our letters in Bear Facts, the First Year Center publication sent to all new students over the summer. Before anything else is said, I want to welcome you to Washington University! I understand that this can be a stressful transition for both you and your student, but it can also be an exciting one. The First Year Center, along with all other members of the Washington University community, is here to ensure that this transition is as easy and enjoyable as possible. Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation is a four day long event designed by the First Year Center to introduce students, parents, and family members to the various resources available to them on campus. Over the coming days, both you and your student will be receiving a lot of information on a wide variety of topics, including: • • • • • •

Academic integrity Academic resources and support Alcohol and drugs Being a positive member of the Washington University campus Dining options Diversity and Inclusion

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Health and counseling services Living in St. Louis Living with a roommate/suitemate Preparing for classes Residential life policies Safety Sexual assault

Please talk to your student about these topics as they may have questions that require your perspective and experience. Also, know that the First Year Center is always a resource for both you and your student regarding the topics above or anything else, both during Bear Beginnings and throughout the rest of your experience at Washington University; we are here to answer any questions or provide any assistance that you may need. Please contact us with any questions by email at firstyearcenter@wustl.edu, by phone at 314.935.5040, or Twitter at @WUFYC. I wish both you and your student the best, and once again, welcome to Washington University! Shana Zucker College of Arts & Sciences, Class of 2016 Parent & Family Chair, First Year Center Executive Board

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ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNGER SIBLINGS Interested in attending Parent & Family Orientation events but worried about how to entertain a younger sibling who made the trip to Wash U? Enroll him or her in Sibling Orientation on Friday, August 22nd. We will have licensed workers supervising age-appropriate activities for siblings ages 5 — 12 from 8:30 AM — 12:30 PM on Friday. Activities vary including arts & crafts, games, outdoor activities, and more! The cost of the program is $20.00 per sibling; you will pay at check-in. We accept cash, check, and major credit cards. This fee covers activity supplies and staffing. We will not be providing any snacks, so please be sure to send snacks or drinks along with your child. In order for our program to run smoothly, siblings will need to attend the entire session and cannot be picked up mid-session. If possible, we encourage you to pre-register for Sibling Orientation online at firstyear.wustl.edu. The program has a maximum capacity of 40 siblings. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Check-in will occur at 8:30 AM, pickup is 12:15 PM. If you are bringing siblings between 13 and 17 years of age, we will have a list of locations that may be appropriate for them to explore while you are in orientation sessions. You may pick this information up at the First Year Center tent on Move-In Day or at the Danforth University Center information desks.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 FRIDAY, AUGUST 22

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DINING HOURS

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ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS & TOURS

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ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES

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CAMPUS RESOURCES

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RELIGIOUS SERVICES

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NOTES

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CAMPUS MAP PERSONAL SCHEDULE

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 21st INFORMATION STATION 8:30 AM — 4:00 PM South 40, Clocktower Staff from the First Year Center will be available to answer any questions. Directions to local St. Louis shopping and dining locations are also available. Look for the First Year Center tent next to the Clocktower. MOVE-IN DAY! 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 Bear Bucks Bear Discounts Bears’ Bikes College of Arts & Sciences Community Service Office Cornerstone: The Center for   Advanced Learning Emergency Support Team (EST) EnCouncil First Year Center Interfaith Campus Ministries Association Off The Row Office of Student Conduct Office of Sustainability

Olin Business Council Red Alert Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts Social Justice Center Student Health Services Student Involvement & Leadership Student Life, student newspaper Student Technology Services Student Union University Trucking Inc. U-Shuttle, LLC Wash-U-Wash WU Campus Store Wydown Water

PARENT PROGRAMS INFORMATION CENTER 9:00 AM — 4:00 PM South 40, Lien House, Ursa’s Fireside Parent Programs staff will be available to inform you of ways you can stay updated, involved, and connected with the University. 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 non-profit that works to keep items in reuse on campus. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Trading Post, an on campus freecycling center.

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INTERNATIONAL PARENTS: KEEPING THE CONNECTION 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM Eads Hall, room 210 Karen Levin Coburn is a Senior Consultant in Residence and co-author of a college guidebook for parents. She speaks around the country about parents’ roles in student success. She will discuss the ways in which international parents can stay in touch with their students and support the success of their college experiences in the U.S.


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CAMPUS SAFETY AND PROPERTY PROTECTION INFORMATION 11:00 PM — 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. CAMPUS TOURS 11:00 AM — 3:30 PM

Danforth University Center, meet at the 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 15 minutes. The last tour will leave at 3:30 PM. CULTURAL OPEN HOUSES Stop in and meet staff, faculty, and student leaders involved in the community at Washington University. Learn about organizations and activities planned for this year. Asian/Pacific Islander/American Student & Family Open House 1:00 PM —2:00 PM Knight & Bauer Halls, Atrium Black Student & Family Open House 1:30 PM —2:30 PM Umrath Hall, Umrath Lounge Latino Student & Family Open House 2:00 PM —3:00 PM Danforth University Center, Goldberg Formal Lounge

WELCOME RECEPTION FOR “WASH U FIRSTS” IN THE FAMILY TO ATTEND COLLEGE & THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS 2:30 PM — 3:30 PM Olin Library, Gingko Reading Room, level 1 Meet Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton, a first generation college student, other members of the Wash U faculty and staff, along with fellow members of the Class of 2018 who are the firsts in their family to attend a four year college. CHANCELLOR’S RECEPTION FOR NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS & FAMILIES 3:00 PM — 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 & FAMILIES 3:00 PM — 4:00 PM Danforth University Center, Ibby’s Restaurant 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.

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CAREER PLANNING: A CRASH COURSE FOR FAMILIES 5:00 PM — 5:45 PM Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre Although graduation is several years away, it’s never too soon to start thinking about how you can support your student in his or her career planning. Meet members of the WUSTL Career Center and learn about the many resources available to help your student explore different career options and land meaningful internships, cooperative education experiences, and research opportunities. Discover what you can do throughout your student’s college years to encourage success after graduation. REQUIRED FOR YOUR STUDENT: RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOOR MEETING 5:15 PM — 6:45 PM Student’s Residential College Floor Please be sure your student is back in his or her residential house by 5:00 PM for his or her first mandatory meeting. This event is REQUIRED for your student. ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT RECEPTION 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM Athletic Complex, Francis Gym Families of incoming varsity student athletes are invited to attend a reception hosted by the coaches in the Athletic Department. CONVOCATION 7:30 PM — 9:00 PM

Athletic Complex, Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre; Graham Chapel 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. Due to construction of the Sumers Recreation Center, 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. Alternate seating with a live televised broadcast of the ceremony is available in Graham Chapel and Mallinckrodt Center’s Edison Theatre. Guests with small children or mobility limitations, requiring the use of wheelchairs or chairs with back support, may want to consider these alternate viewing areas. Families in the alternate 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 PM — 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 22nd CAREER PLANNING: A CRASH COURSE FOR FAMILIES 8:00 AM — 8:45 PM Laboratory Sciences Building, room 300 Although graduation is several years away, it’s never too soon to start thinking about how you can support your student in his or her career planning. Meet members of the WUSTL Career Center and learn about the many resources available to help your student explore different career options and land meaningful internships, cooperative education experiences, and research opportunities. Discover what you can do throughout your student’s college years to encourage success after graduation. SIBLING ORIENTATION 8:30 AM — 12:30 PM Mallinckrodt Center, Gargoyle, lower level Interested in attending Parent & Family Orientation events but worried about how to entertain a younger sibling who made the trip to Wash U? Enroll him or her in Sibling Orientation. We will have licensed workers supervising ageappropriate activities for siblings ages 5 — 12. Activities vary including arts & crafts, games, outdoor activities, and more! The cost of the program is $20.00 per sibling; you will pay at check-in. We accept cash, check, and major credit cards. This fee covers activity supplies and staffing. We will not be providing any snacks, so please be sure to send snacks or drinks along with your child. In order for our program to run smoothly, siblings will need to attend the entire session and cannot be picked up mid-session. If possible, we encourage you to pre-register for Sibling Orientation online at firstyear.wustl.edu. The program has a maximum capacity of 40 siblings. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Check-in will occur at 8:30 AM, pickup is 12:15 PM. If you are bringing siblings between 13 and 17 years of age, we will have a list of locations that may be appropriate for them to explore while you are in orientation sessions. You may pick this information up at the First Year Center tent on Move-In Day or at the Danforth University Center information desks. CAMPUS SAFETY AND PROPERTY PROTECTION 9:00 AM — 4:00 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. LETTING GO 9:00 AM — 10:15 AM Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre What are some of the typical changes Washington University new students will experience? When and how can parents encourage independence? When

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and how should they intervene? What are the predictable ups and downs of the first year? In a lively presentation Karen Levin Coburn, Senior Consultantin-Residence and co-author of the bestselling Letting Go: A Parents’ Guide to Understanding the College Years—along with two upperclass students—will give parents an inside view of the Washington University first-year experience and ways for parents to support their student’s success and evolving independence. PARENT & FAMILY INFORMATION CENTER 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM Danforth University Center, I.E. Millstone Visitors Lounge (Please note location change from Thursday) WUSAs will be available to answer your questions. Parent Programs staff will be available to inform you of ways you can stay updated, involved, and connected with the University. Directions to local St. Louis shopping and dining are available. DEANS MEETINGS FOR PARENTS & FAMILY MEMBERS 10:30 AM — 12:00 PM COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE: Steinberg Hall, Steinberg Auditorium COLLEGE OF ART: Steinberg Hall, Steinberg Auditorium COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES: Graham Chapel OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL: Knight Hall, Emerson Auditorium, KH 110 SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCE: Laboratory Sciences Building, room 300 Academic deans will discuss the academic requirements and resources within their schools.

PARENT AND FAMILY REST STOP 12:00 PM — 5:00 PM DUC, I.E. Millstone Visitors Lounge Stop by the I.E. Millstone Visitors Lounge, located on the south side of the Danforth University Center, for some refreshments. WUSAs will be available to answer your questions and help clarify information. Directions to local St. Louis shopping and dining are available. INFORMATION SESSIONS #1 1:00 PM — 1:45 PM

Various Locations

Helping Your Student Suceed Academically From Afar Louderman Hall, room 458 This session will introduce you to the various academic resources on campus that can help your student succeed. Hear from staff at Cornerstone: The Center for Advanced Learning and The Writing Center, and from a panel of students who will share their academic experiences. This session will repeat at 2:00 PM.

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Career Planning: A Crash Course for Families Laboratory Sciences Building, room 300 Although graduation is several years away, it’s never too soon to start thinking about how you can support your student in his or her career planning. Meet members of the WUSTL Career Center and learn about the many resources


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available to help your student explore different career options and land meaningful internships, cooperative education experiences, and research opportunities. Discover what you can do throughout your student’s college years to encourage success after graduation. This session will repeat at 2:00 PM. Health & Wellness January Hall, room 110 Washington University is committed to promoting the health and wellness of all its students. Representatives from the Habif Health and Wellness Center will answer questions and provide important information regarding student health services and the Washington University student health insurance. This session will repeat at 2:00 PM. Safety & Your Student McMillan Hall, room G052 Join us as officers of the Washington University Police Department hold an introductory session on safety and security. Officers will discuss current crime trends as well as prevention strategies, safety programs, and emergency preparedness. Following the presentation, officers will be available to answer questions regarding any your concerns. This session will repeat at 2:00 PM.

RESOURCE FAIR 1:00 PM — 2:30 PM Ridgley Hall, Holmes Lounge Representatives from the following offices will be available to answer questions and provide information about their programs and services: Alumni and Parents Admission Program Bank of America Bear Necessities WU Campus Store Campus Card Services Campus Y Career Center Center for Diversity and Inclusion Community Service Office Cornerstone: The Center for Advanced Learning Danforth University Center Emergency Management Enterprise CarShare The First Year Center Gephardt Institute for Public Service

Habif Health and Wellness Center Home Plate Interfaith Campus Ministries Association John C. Danforth Center for Religion & Politics Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Office of Sustainability Office of Undergraduate Research Parking and Transportation Services Student Accounting Student Financial Services Student Involvement and Leadership Student Technology Services University Libraries Washington University Police Department The Writing Center and The Speaking Studio

MILDRED LANE KEMPER ART MUSEUM TOUR 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Take a tour, led by museum education staff, to learn more about the history,

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architecture, and collection of one of the finest university art museums in the country. Tours depart at 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM. ENGINEERING: DEPARTMENTAL OPEN HOUSES 1:30 PM — 2:30 PM Various Locations Faculty will discuss academic opportunities for students interested in each specific field. Biomedical Engineering Electrical And Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering And Material Science

INFORMATION SESSIONS #2 2:00 PM — 2:45 PM Please see descriptions from 1:00 PM sessions.

Whitaker Hall, Room 100 Brauer Hall, Room 12 Crow Hall, Room 201

Various Locations

Helping Your Student Suceed Academically From Afar Louderman Hall, room 458 Career Planning: A Crash Course for Families Laboratory Sciences Building, room 300 Health & Wellness January Hall, room 110 Safety & Your Student McMillan Hall, room G052

ENGINEERING: DEPARTMENTAL OPEN HOUSES 2:45 PM — 3:45 PM Various Locations Faculty will discuss academic opportunities for students interested in each specific field. Chemical Engineering Brauer Hall, room 12 and students interested in environmental and energy engineering Computer Science And Computer Engineering Whitaker Hall, room 100

ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, PRESENTATIONS, AND TOURS 3:00 PM — 5:00 PM Various Locations This is your opportunity to meet with representatives from the departments and learn more about specific curriculum and academic support services. Refer to pages 18 and 19 for a detailed listing of times and locations. CENTER FOR DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION & SOCIAL JUSTICE CENTER OPEN HOUSE

3:00 PM — 5:00 PM Olin Library, 2nd floor Both the Center for Diversity and Inclusion & Social Justice Center promote awareness and understanding of diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice issues through a variety of activities and initiatives. The Social Justice Center was established in 1998 and is located on the South 40 in Umrath House. WU is excited to be opening its new Center for Diversity and Inclusion this fall! Stop in and meet staff, student leaders, and learn about the programs and events planned for this year. EXPLORING ARTSCI OPTIONS 3:00 PM — 5:00 PM Cupples II Hall, Room 102 During this open house, students and parents can meet with Deans from the

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College Office to discuss the disparate, stimulating paths of undergraduate study in Arts & Sciences. This meeting is an ideal option for students who are open to inquiry and who wish to explore various subjects before honing in on a single major or academic focus. HARVEY MEDIA CENTER OPEN HOUSES 3:00 PM — 5:00 PM Tour the premiere student media facilities while speaking to student leaders about getting involved with print media magazines and journals, campus radio (KWUR 90.3 FM), campus television (WUTV), and Student Life newspaper. Print Media Suite: Danforth University Center (DUC), room 340 KWUR/WUTV (campus radio & television): DUC, Student Media Suite, third floor Student Life (student newspaper): DUC, room 330

INFORMATION SESSIONS #3 3:00 PM — 3:45 PM

Various Locations

Behind the Bunny: The History of Washington University 1853 — 2014 Laboratory Sciences Building, room 300 How did Washington University get its name? What happened to the live bear on campus? Did Chancellor Wrighton really invent glowsticks, or does he just really like them? Learn about the history and on-going traditions of Washington University and see what they didn’t tell you on the campus tour. Disability Resources South 40, Gregg House, Cornerstone Seminar Room Christine Street, Cornerstone Assistant Director for Disability Resources, and Libby Lessentine and Liz Reinhardt, Disability Resources Coordinators, will discuss the University’s policies and procedures for students with disabilities. They will explain the process for disability resource registration, accommodation determination, and available services. There will be an opportunity for questions. This session will repeat at 4:00 PM. Managing Your Food Allergy on Campus South 40, South 40 House, Private Dining Room in Bear’s Den near Paws & Go Washington University Dining Services strives to provide an enjoyable and safe dining experience for those who dine on campus. Meeting the needs of those with food allergies 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. This session will repeat at 4:00 PM. Parents as Partners Louderman Hall, room 458 This panel will provide important information about key Washington University departments, their roles within the campus community as well as relevant policies parents should know. The panel will also discuss how and when we

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might partner with parents at specific times throughout the year. The Vice Chancellor for Students and representatives from The First Year Center, Campus Life, Office of Residential Life, Student Conduct, WU Police Department will help increase your understanding of the Washington University community and will be available to answer questions.

INTERFAITH CAMPUS MINISTRY OPEN HOUSES 3:00 PM — 5:00 PM Visit with representatives from various Washington University Interfaith Campus Ministries Association groups. Association of Christian   Truth Seekers (ACTS) Catholic Student Center Chabad on Campus Episcopal Campus Ministry Grace Fellowship Lutheran Campus Ministry Cru at Wash U (Overflow) St. Louis Hillel

South 40, Dardick House, Seminar Room | 314.308.1746 6352 Forsyth Blvd. | 314.935.9191 7018 Forsyth Blvd. | 314.721.2884 7023 Forsyth Blvd. | 314.489.2342 South 40, Lien House, Seminar Room A | 308.529.7339 7019 Forsyth Blvd. | 314.863.8140 South 40, Mudd House, Multipurpose Room | 614.787.2090 6300 Forsyth Blvd. | 314.935.9040

NOT YOUR PARENTS’ LIBRARY 3:00 PM — 5:00 PM Olin Library Today’s academic library has become far more than a repository for books and a place to study. Today’s students access library resources from their computers— or even their cell phones—from anywhere, at any time. Come see the amazing array of resources and services the Washington University Libraries provide to today’s students. Learn which resources are available online to families. Stop in between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM for a tour of our beautiful main library, enjoy refreshments, and meet our librarians. SOUTH 40 FITNESS CENTER OPEN HOUSE 3:00 PM — 5:00 PM South 40, South 40 House, South 40 Fitness Center Visit the S40 Fitness Center — get in a workout, check out the equipment, programs and services, enter the drawing for class passes, a one-hour massage, or a personal training session. LGBT OPEN HOUSE 3:15 PM — 4:15 PM Danforth University Center, Goldberg Formal Lounge Looking for a safe space on campus? Want to find out about the LGBT resources Washington University has to offer? Drop by the LGBT New Student Welcome and meet student leaders and the Coordinator of LGBT Student Involvement & Leadership, while getting your questions answered about LGBTQIA* campus life. Light refreshments food will be served. *LGBTQIA: Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Questioning Intersex Asexual Ally

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ENGINEERING: MEET RALPH S. QUATRANO, DEAN, SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & APPLIED SCIENCE

4:00 PM — 5:00 PM Lopata Hall, Lopata Gallery Join the Dean for light refreshments and tour the Advanced Coal & Energy Research Facilities. ENGINEERING: ADVANCED COAL & ENERGY RESEARCH FACILITY TOUR 4:00 PM — 5:30 PM Urbauer Hall, room 105 Tour the Advanced Coal & Energy Research Facilities (ACERF), Washington University’s unique environment for the study and development of technologies related to the clean and sustainable utilization of fuels. In addition to combustion studies, ACERF is also home to a series of research photobioreactors for the production of algae and other aquatic organisms. This premiere 1 MW (thermal) facility is accessible to students, faculty and industry worldwide.

INFORMATION SESSIONS #4 4:00 PM — 4:45 PM

Various Locations

Please see descriptions from 3:00 PM sessions. Disability Resources South 40, Gregg House, Cornerstone Seminar Room Dining Services Session South 40, South 40 House, Demo Kitchen in Bear’s Den near WU Fusion Opportunities for Student Involvement, Leadership & Service McMillan Hall, room G052 If you are curious as to what co-curricular opportunities await your student, please plan on attending this session. Students and representatives from the offices of Student Involvement & Leadership, Community Service, and Campus Life will share information about student organizations, volunteer and leadership opportunities, and student government. There also will be time to answer any questions you may have. Residential Life Session January Hall, room 110 The Office of Residential Life is responsible for providing a safe environment that encourages learning and personal growth. The Residential Life staff creates an inclusive community that empowers and challenges our residents. We continually strive to improve our services to meet the needs of our students and guests and reflect the high standards of Washington University in St. Louis. Join us to see how we work towards our mission on a daily basis, and meet some of our senior leadership team who help carry it out!

CHANCELLOR’S FAREWELL RECEPTION 4:30 PM — 6:00 PM Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton invites parents and family members to an informal reception while students attend their events.

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FAREWELL DINNER WITH YOUR STUDENT (on your own) 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM This time is open on all schedules for dinner. You may choose to spend time with your student or other families. Limited dining options are available on campus or in nearby neighborhoods where you can enjoy a bite to eat before your student’s next event. Be sure your student is back in time for his or her mandatory residential college meeting at 7:00 PM. REQUIRED FOR YOUR STUDENT: RESIDENCE FLOOR MEETING 7:00 PM — 8:45 PM South 40, your student’s residential college floor Please be sure your student is back in his or her residential house by 6:50 PM for a floor meeting where he or she will learn what resident advisors do, how they can help, and the policies and programs of the residential colleges. This event is REQUIRED for your student. JAZZ AT TISCH 7:30 PM — 9:30 PM Danforth University Center, Tisch Commons While your student is at his or her residence floor meeting, join other parents and family members for some relaxing jazz and dessert.

LET US KNOW HOW WE DID We would love to hear about your experience at Parent & Family Orientation. Pick up a comment card and let us know what questions you still have, tell us about a great experience, or let us know how we can improve. Your comments will help us to continue to provide information and resources for family members in the future. You can give your comment cards to any WUSA or First Year Center staff member.

SIGN UP TO RECEIVE THE FAMILY TIES E-NEWSLETTER Looking for a way to stay connected with campus? Family Ties is a quarterly e-newsletter coordinated by the First Year Center and Parent Programs. It bridges the information gap between Washington University family members and life on campus. Family Ties focuses its content on aspects of student life occurring on campus at four major times of year. Sign up online at http://alumni.wustl.edu/parents/Pages/family-ties-newsletter.aspx

WE’LL SEE YOU AT PARENT & FAMILY WEEKEND OCTOBER 10th–12th. For more information, to register, and to purchase special event tickets, visit firstyear.wustl.edu. Registration will open Monday, September 1st.

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DINING HOURS SOUTH 40

THURSDAY 08/21

FRIDAY  08/22

Bear’s Den

7:30 AM — 2:00 AM

7:30 AM — 3:00 AM

Cherry Tree Café

7:30 AM — 2:00 AM

7:30 AM — 3:00 AM

Paws & Go

10:00 AM — 1:00 AM

10:00 AM — 1:00 AM

THURSDAY 08/21

FRIDAY  08/22

Danforth University Center (DUC)

11:00 AM—8:30 PM

11:00 AM—7:30 PM

Café Bergson (DUC)

7:30 AM—5:00 PM

7:30 AM—5:00 PM

Whispers (Olin Library)

8:00 AM — 2:00 PM

8:00 AM — 2:00 PM

Law School (AnheuserBusch Hall)

8:00 AM — 6:00 PM

8:00 AM — 6:00 PM

DANFORTH CAMPUS

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ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS AND TOURS

ARTS & SCIENCES Biology

Tours following presentations at 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM

Rebstock Hall, room 215

Chemistry

Tours following presentations at 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM

Laboratory Sciences, room 250

Economics

4:00 PM — 5:00 PM

Seigle Hall, room 304

Military Science, Gateway Battalion Army ROTC

3:00 PM — 4:00 PM

Danforth University Center, room 233

Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology

3:00 PM — 4:00 PM

Wilson Hall, room 214

Psychology

3:30 PM — 4:30 PM

Psychology Building, room 216

Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies

3:30 PM — 4:00 PM

McMillan Hall, room 211

SAM FOX SCHOOL OF DESIGN & VISUAL ARTS Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts

3:00 PM — 4:00 PM

Steinberg Gallery, Steinberg Hall

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & APPLIED SCIENCE Advanced Coal & Energy Research Facililty

4:00 PM — 5:00 PM

Urbauer Hall, room 105

Biomedical Engineering

1:30 PM — 2:30 PM

Whitaker Hall, room 100

Chemical Engineering (and students interested in energy and environmental engineering)

2:45 PM — 3:45 PM

Brauer Hall, room 12

Computer Science & Computer Engineering

2:45 PM — 3:45 PM

Whitaker Hall, room 100

Electrical & Systems Engineering

1:30 PM — 2:30 PM

Brauer Hall, room 12

Mechanical Engineering and Material Science

1:30 PM — 2:30 PM

Crow Hall, room 201

Cornerstone: The Center for Advanced Learning

3:00 PM — 4:00 PM 4:00 PM — 5:00 PM

South 40, Gregg House, Cornerstone, Seminar Room

Olin Library

3:00 PM — 4:00 PM

Olin Library, room 142

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

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ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES

ARTS & SCIENCES American Culture Studies Anthropology Art History and Archaeology Center for the Humanities Classics / Ancient Studies College of Arts & Sciences Comparative Literature/Art EALC - East Asian Languages and Cultures Earth and Planetary Sciences English Film & Media Studies French Germanic Languages and Literatures History IAS - International & Area Studies Italian IPH - Interdisciplinary Project in the Humaniites JINELC - Jewish, Islamic and Near Eastern Languages and Cultures John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics Mathematics Military Science, Gateway Battalion Army ROTC Music Overseas Programs/Study Abroad Performing Arts Department

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McMillan Hall, Courtyard McMillan Hall, CafĂŠ Kemper Museum, room 211 Umrath Hall, room 201 Umrath Hall, room 224 Cupples II, room 102 Umrath Hall, room 140 Busch Hall, room 126 Rudolph Hall, Ginsburg Atrium Duncker Hall, room 201 Seigle Hall, room 400 Ridgley Hall, room 310 Ridgley Hall, room 317 Busch Hall, room 18 McMillan Hall, room 259 Ridgley Hall, room 311 Umrath Hall, room 140 Busch Hall, room 18

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Umrath Hall, room 116 Cupples I, room 200 Danforth University Center, room 233 Blewett Hall, Lobby McMillan Hall, room 138 Mallinckrodt Center, 3rd floor, outside room 312

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Philosophy 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Physics 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Political Science 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Psychology 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Religious Studies 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spanish 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Olin Business School BSBA SAM FOX SCHOOL OF DESIGN & VISUAL ARTS 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM College of Architecture & College of Art STUDENT SERVICES & ACADEMIC SUPPORT OPEN HOUSES 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Career Center 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Cornerstone: The Center for Advanced Learning 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Office of Undergraduate Research 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Olin Library 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Student Involvement & Leadership The Writing Center

Wilson Hall, room 104 Compton Hall, room 246 Seigle Hall, room 248 Psychology Building, room 216 Busch Hall, room 18 Ridgley Hall, room 107 McMillan Hall, room 211 Simon Hall, room 118 Steinberg Hall, first floor lobby

Danforth University Center, room 110 South 40, Gregg House, Cornerstone Cupples II, Suite 306 Olin Library, main entrance Danforth University Center, suite 250, Leadership Lab 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Olin Library, first floor

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CAMPUS RESOURCES

RELIGIOUS SERVICES

RECEIVING CAMPUS MAIL Students living on the South 40 Student’s Name CB XXXX 6515 Wydown Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63105—2215

FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 JUMMAH PRAYER (FRIDAY PRAYER)

Students living on the Northside Student’s Name CB XXXX 6985 Snow Way St. Louis, MO 63130-4400 Students living in Residential Life-managed off-campus apartments. Each apartment building has its own address. Your student can view his/her address by logging into WebSTAC. You may look up your CB number using the following steps: 1. Visit acadinfo.wustl.edu 2. Select “login” 3. Enter student WUSTL Key and Password 4. On the left column, click the red text that says “Campus Housing” 5. Click “Current Assignment” that expands under “Campus Housing” 6. Mailbox Number and Pin will be displayed on the page STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES If you would like to speak to someone regarding financial aid, loans, grants, scholarships, or other financial needs or concerns. Student financial services will be holding open hours in brookings hal,, room 75. Thursday, August 21 Friday, August 22

8:30 AM — 5:00 PM 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM

1:15 PM The Village, Lopata House Basement Join Wash U’s Muslim Students Association for the Friday congregational prayer (Jummah Salat), and meet the Muslim community of Wash U. Hosted by Muslim Students Association. REFORM, CONSERVATIVE AND ORTHODOX SHABBAT SERVICES 5:15 PM — 6:00 PM St. Louis Hillel, 6300 Forsyth Blvd. Join us for your choice of camp-style/Reform, egalitarian Conservative, and Orthodox services to usher in Shabbat at Wash U! Orthodox Mincha will be held at 5:15 with Ma’ariv after dinner. Hosted by St. Louis Hillel at Washington University. NEW STUDENT & FAMILY SHABBAT DINNER 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM St. Louis Hillel, 6300 Forsyth Blvd. Celebrate your first college Shabbat with a festive, kosher Hillel dinner! Free for new students, $12 for family members. No reservations required, but avoid the lines by pre-registering on our website before Friday at noon (www.stlouishillel.org). Family members are invited to stay after dinner for a discussion about Jewish life on campus. Hosted by St. Louis Hillel at Washington University. CHABAD ONEG SHABBAT 8:15 PM — 9:00 PM Barry H. Levites Chabad House 7018 Forsyth Blvd., 314.721.2884 Parents of incoming students are invited to visit the Barry H. Levites Chabad House for a postdinner gathering. Upperclassmen, along with Rabbi Hershey Novack, will lead this relaxed event.

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PERSONAL SCHEDULE THURSDAY

8:00 AM

FRIDAY

Welcome to WU!

9:00 AM

Letting Go

10:00 AM Deans’ Meeting

11:00 AM

12:00 PM

1:00 PM Cultural & Affinity Group Open Houses

Resource Fair

2:00 PM

3:00 PM

Academic Presentations, Tours & Open Houses

4:00 PM Chancellor’s Reception

5:00 PM

6:00 PM

7:00 PM

8:00 PM

9:00 PM 10:00 PM

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Convocation

Celebration in the Quad

Jazz at Tisch


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