Bear Facts 2016 by WashU Student Transitions & Family Programs

BEARFACTS 2016 A guide for students by students.

BEARFACTS 2016 A guide to Washington University written by students for students. Authored by First Year Center Edited by Andrea Farnan, Katharine E. Pei Designed by Anthony Popeo ‘12 Photography by WU Photographic Services Bonner Williams ‘16, Cole Bishop ‘14, Rahee Nerurkar ‘14

You hold in your hands a guide to the first year at Washington University in St. Louis. Written and designed by students who were in your shoes not too long ago, the pages that follow answer many of the questions you’ve probably had (and even some you didn’t know you had). What should you bring? Where will you eat? What building does your mail go to? How can you get involved? This guide isn’t meant to be studied or memorized, but to be a window into what to expect during your time at WashU, and hopefully it excites you for the years, experiences, and adventures to come.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Before you arrive

Move-In & Bear Beginnings

Learning on Campus

Living on Campus

Our Names, Our Stories

Beyond the Classroom

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Exploring St. Louis

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WELC from the First Year Center

Welcome to Washington University! The First Year Center is home to the people and programs that will help ensure a smooth transition into your first year on our campus. We believe that how we welcome people into our community says a lot about who we are as a university. We know this is both an exciting and sometimes stressful time for you and your families. Our goal at the First Year Center is to help you meet and learn about the many students, faculty, staff, departments, and programs that will become part of your new Washington University family.

You will have lots of material to look over before arriving on campus in August — at Washington University we love to send lots of email and old-fashioned snail mail! This book, Bear Facts, is designed to provide one single source of information about your new home. The people who helped design Bear Facts are the people who know our campus best — our students! They were recently new students just like you, so they know what you need to know before you get here and in your first few months on campus. We hope this book is helpful in answering some of the questions you have about Washington University. But don’t feel you have to memorize everything in this book. We have been working hard to get ready for you, and during your first days on campus in August, you will participate in Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation. Teams of Washington University Student Associates (WUSAs), students who serve as orientation leaders and peer mentors, will assist you in getting settled and ready for your first day of class. They will continue to guide you throughout your first year. In addition to the WUSAs, you’ll meet faculty, staff, and student leaders who are ready to help you make the adjustment to college life. Take the time to get to know them.

The First Year Center Team ROB WILD Associate Vice Chancellor for Students and Dean of the First Year Center KATHARINE PEI Director ANDREA FARNAN Coordinator TERRI BRENNAN Department Secretary

We cannot wait to meet you! Best wishes to all of you as you begin your journey at Washington University.

The First Year Center supports new students through their transition into the Washington University community to assure they build and sustain their academic and personal goals. The Center brings together people, programs, and resources to provide an undergraduate experience of exceptional quality where all students are known by name and story and where they prepare themselves for lives of purpose and meaning. FIRSTYEAR .WUSTL.EDU | FIRSTYEARCENTER | 314.935.5040

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COME from the First Year Center Executive Board

As the 2016 First Year Center Executive Board, we would like to welcome you to Washington University! The First Year Center Executive Board, a group of upperclass students who plan and support events and initiatives for first-year students, is dedicated to helping you make a smooth transition to college life. We are proud to bring you Bear Facts: a guide for students by students. This publication will provide you with information about pre-orientation programs, what to do before arriving on campus in August, what to expect once you get here, the logistics of Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation, placement exams, living and learning at Washington University, and much, much more. We hope that after reading Bear Facts, you will be better prepared for your arrival.

We hope you are as excited about Bear Beginnings 2016 as we are, and that you will make the most of your time here. We are here for you, so if there is anything we can do to better your experience or answer questions you may have, please do not hesitate to ask us. For contact information and complete Bear Beginnings details, visit our website at firstyear.wustl.edu or email us at firstyearcenter.

Good luck, have a great summer, and we’ll see you in August! The 2016 First Year Center Executive Board

For the next four years, Washington University will be your home away from home. You will meet new people, experience what it is like to live on your own, and find your place in the WashU community. The most important step in this great journey is to join us in August for Bear Beginnings, where you’ll get to know the campus and the people around you.

MEMBERS OF THE BOARD Chris Edwards, 2018 Allen, TX

Lauren Molina, 2018 Pembroke Pines, FL

Kiersten West, 2018 Lee’s Summit, MO

Emily Ericksen, 2018 Wheaton, IL

Gavin Rackoff, 2018 Bexley, OH

Jane Zankman, 2018 Potomac, MD

Ayesha Harisinghani, 2018 Lexington, MA

David Raso, 2018 Peoria, IL

Sofia Joison, 2018 Dallas, TX

Tory Scordato, 2018 Westport, CT

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IMPORTANT DATES The University-wide academic calendar for the 2016–2017 school year, as well as some relevant orientation dates, can be found below. Not included on the schedule are important dates like the Add/Drop deadline (related to course registration). Those dates can be found in course listings available at wustl.edu. Download and print a PDF of these dates at firstyear.wustl.edu.

Fall 2016

Download and print a PDF of these dates at firstyear.wustl.edu.

August 18

Wilderness Project Pre-Orientation Program begins

August 18

International Student Explore Program begins

August 21 - 24

Pre-Orientation programs

August 23

International Student Discover Program begins

August 23

Fall tuition and fees due

August 25

Move-In Day; Bear Beginnings

August 25 - 26

Parent & Family Orientation

August 29

First day of classes

September 5

Labor Day (No classes)

October 15 - 18

Fall Break (No classes)

October 28 - 30

Parent and Family Weekend

November 23 - 27

Thanksgiving Break (No classes)

December 9

Last day of classes

December 12 - 21

Reading period and final exams

SPRING 2017 January 16

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No classes)

January 17

First day of classes

March 12 - 18

Spring Break (No classes)

April 28

Last day of classes

May 1 – 10

Reading Period and Final Exams

May 19

156th Commencement

Thinking about travel plans? Good move, but avoid making arrangements for Thanksgiving and the end of both semesters until you’ve finalized your course schedule and know when all of your exams, papers, and projects will be for the semester.

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CHAPTER ONE

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BEFORE YOU ARRIVE Welcome to Washington University! We probably aren’t the first to welcome you to campus, and we certainly won’t be the last. The entire campus is excited about your arrival to our community this August. While Move-In Day is still an entire summer away, there are many important action items you need to complete before you arrive on campus. On pages 14 and 15 you will find a comprehensive list of all the “to-do” items you should be completing and considering this summer. Some of these action items pertain to contacting your new roommate, using your new WUSTL email, familiarizing yourself with WashU’s important websites, and connecting to communities on campus prior to August. Some items, such as placement exams, alcohol education, course registration, and the academic integrity module, are mandatory. We know the summer is time for family, friends, and hopefully a fun adventure or two, but it is important you complete the checklist so you can start college on the right foot. Try to do one or two items each week, and you will be done in no time. Don’t hesitate to contact the First Year Center (firstyearcenter@ wustl.edu or 314.935.5040) if you have any questions about the to-do list — we are here all summer preparing for your arrival and are happy to help.

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Stay in touch! Follow the First Year Center on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more updates and reminders throughout the summer and into the school year. @WUFYC on Twitter /wufirstyearcenter @WUFYC

HAVE ANY QUESTIONS? If Bear Facts doesn’t answer them, check our website firstyear.wustl.edu, give us at call at 314.935.5040, or send an email to firstyearcenter@wustl.edu

A LETTER FROM MARK S. WRIGHTON CHANCELLOR

Dear Incoming Students: Welcome to Washington University in St. Louis! As you begin your time here, you join not only a thriving student body and an intellectual community of faculty, staff and students, but also a legacy of learning and discovery that dates back to 1853 at the time of our founding. You are now part of a community that includes famed Nobel laureates, noted authors and generations of entrepreneurs, business and academic leaders, artists, engineers, scientists, and so many others. And so I ask you today: What accomplishment will you leave the world after your time here? Perhaps the most important thing you can learn during your early days here is that, whatever you accomplish, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be doing it alone. Even this early in your career, you are joined on all sides by supportive faculty, caring staff members and your fellow students. We are all here to help you succeed. It may have been a long and competitive road to get here, but now is a time to immerse yourselves in the creative and collaborative community that is Washington University. You will accomplish much in the next four years. How can we help you? Mark S. Wrighton Chancellor

FIRST-YEAR STUDENT REGISTR ATION REMOTE REGISTR ATION

OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL

We know from experience that not all incoming students are able to attend a SOAR session. If you are not able to attend a SOAR program, you will receive information from your academic division this summer about registering for classes prior to your arrival in August. All students who do not attend SOAR may register beginning July 13th.

All incoming business students will be assigned an academic advisor and an Olin Peer Ambassador (OPA). If you are not able to attend SOAR or FSAP over the summer, you should expect to receive registration materials, be contacted by your academic advisor and OPA, and register for classes. All students will submit an online bio form and we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the Olin Business School by visiting olin.wustl.edu. For questions about advising or registration issues, contact Lanna Skadden, skadden@wustl.edu, and feel free to ask your OPA for more information.

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES If you are an Arts & Sciences student who is unable to attend SOAR or the Freshman Summer Academic Program (FSAP), you will be emailed the name of your four-year advisor in mid-June. After completing the registration steps at http://college.artsci.wustl. edu/registration101, you will contact your advisor to arrange a time to discuss your academic interests and fall course options. After this conversation, your advisor will authorize you for registration. Once authorized, you will be able to register for classes online on July 13th at your assigned registration time.

SAM FOX SCHOOL OF DESIGN & VISU AL ARTS: ARCHITECTURE & ART You can expect to receive a registration packet in the mail in early June. If you are unable to attend SOAR, you will create a tentative schedule using either the Registration Worksheet in WebSTAC or by returning the Course Request Form included in the packet. Course selections are due by July 1st. Within three to four weeks, we will create a schedule with your input and, whenever possible, register you for your desired classes and/or sections. We will be in contact Continues on page 16.

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NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST This checklist includes items you’ll need to complete before arriving on campus. It’s organized by month and level of importance. You can download and print a PDF of this list at firstyear.wustl.edu.

JUNE Urgent

Prioritize

○○ Familarize yourself with how to register for classes in your school ○○ Activate your WUSTL Key, your online login which will give you access to many important University websites including email and course registration ○○ Activate your WUSTL email account and learn about how to best utilize it; all communication from the University will be routed to this email account ○○ Familiarize yourself with WebSTAC, your online resource to access course registration, housing information, billing statements, and more ○○ Complete forms for your academic division ○○ Olin Business School: Biographical information form ○○ School of Engineering & Applied Science: Area of interest form ○○ Send a picture to Campus Card Services for your WUSTL ID; your ID will give you access to campus buildings and serve as your meal card ○○ Take any necessary online Placement Exams ○○ Calculus Placement ○○ Chemistry Diagnostic ○○ Foreign Language: Spanish, French, Italian, German, Latin* *Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Korean, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Russian will be taken on campus during Bear Beginnings

○○ Understand how to complete the Registration Worksheet on WebSTAC ○○ Sign up to attend a Pre-Orientation Program ○○ Bookmark the First Year Center website, firstyear.wustl.edu, for important updates ○○ Know important dates ○○ Move-In Day: Thursday, August 25th* *Students participating in a Pre-Orientation program, athletics, and some named scholarship programs will arrive prior to this date ○○ Fall classes begin: Monday, August 29th ○○ Parent & Family Weekend: Friday, October 28th to Sunday, October 30th ○○ Book hotel rooms for Parent & Family Orientation Thursday, August 25th-Friday, August 26th ○○ Develop a plan to get yourself and your belongings to campus

Consider ○○ Review, edit, or add your preferred name in the WebSTAC User Profile so it can be reflected in your University records, including your WUSTL student ID card ○○ Visit the Student Technology Services (STS) website sts.wustl.edu ○○ Join other incoming students in the Class of 2020 or Transfer and Exchange Facebook groups ○○ Follow the First Year Center on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

JULY Urgent

○○ Read the First Year Reading Program book that will be sent to you this summer ○○ Complete the Academic Integrity module via Blackboard, bb.wustl.edu ○○ Submit your immunization records via the WUSTL Health Services Student Portal at shs. wustl.edu ○○ Submit your health history form ○○ Submit your immunization recordsComplete a health insurance waiver, if applicable ○○ Complete items for your academic division ○○ Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts: Contact your peer advisor

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○○ College of Arts & Sciences: Ampersand: Making the College Transition ○○ Olin Business School: Purchase and read Accidental Branding by David Vinjamuri for the first class session of MGT 150A

Prioritize

○○ Review Bear Facts ○○ Sign up for a U-Pass, a free transit card for St. Louis public transportation (lightrail and bus) ○○ Check for your housing assignment on WebSTAC

Key URGENT

Required for you to be prepared for Move In and the start of classes. Items pertain to registration, on-campus living, and essential forms. PRIORITIZE Eases your transition in August, helping you participate in activites on and off campus. CONSIDER Broader topics that will help you connect to the WashU community and have the most successful WashU experience

JULY (CONTINUED) Consider ○○ Log in to Washington University Group Organizer at wugo.wustl.edu and start investigating organizations you might like to join once you are on campus

○○ Contact your roommate to discuss expectations and decide who is bringing certain amenities ○○ Submit an entry to the First Year Reading Program contest

AUGUST Urgent

○○ Verify that your email address and cell phone number are correct in WebSTAC in case of emergencies ○○ Add the Washington University Police Department phone number to the contacts in your phone: 314.935.5555 ○○ Complete Think About It, a sexual violence and alcohol education online module ○○ Confirm your AP, IB, and transfer credits were sent to the University

Prioritize ○○ Become familiar with the Judicial Code at studentconduct.wustl.edu ○○ Become familiar with the Residential Life policies and procedures at reslife.wustl.edu ○○ Notify Dining Services if you have special dietary concerns before arriving to campus ○○ Pack! ○○ We suggest packing in boxes or plastic bins and use painter’s tape to label them with your name, building, and room number. Remember you will be carrying these bins, boxes, or other items up several flights of stairs — make them light and easy to carry ○○ Don’t forget your computer extras: cables, software, CDs, manuals, and be sure you have the phone number of the vendor of your computer (such as Apple or Dell) ○○ Bring a long coaxial cable to connect your TV in your room ○○ Visit emergency.wustl.edu to become familiar

with the resources and information available ○○ Register your bike through WUPD at police.wustl.edu ○○ Transfer your prescriptions to the WU Pharmacy ○○ Share your student account billing statement with your parents or family members

Consider ○○ Add money to your Bear Bucks account, a cashless system on your ID card that can be used to make purchases on and off campus ○○ Register for CarShare, a St. Louis car-sharing program ○○ Download the WUSTL Mobile app (for a campus map, dining information, course listings, and more!) ○○ Have your parents and/or family members sign up for Family Ties, a quarterly e-newsletter ○○ Consider how you want to get involved in the campus community ○○ Talk to your parents and family members about expectations ○○ Discuss a communication plan with your family and friends at home ○○ Establish a budget ○○ Make a bucket list of all the exciting things you want to do in St. Louis over the next four years ○○ Purchase a 25 ft. Ethernet cable for connecting your computer in your room if you don’t want to use wi-fi

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with you by telephone or email if we have questions or concerns about your selections. Once registration is complete, you may view your schedule in WebSTAC. Some course adjustments may be made prior to the beginning of classes if Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, or Washington University Placement Exams require changes.

Each academic division at WashU has a different registration process.

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & APPLIED SCIENCE The School of Engineering & Applied Science crosses boundaries in research and teaching, as well as providing strong student support and academic advising. Prior to arriving on campus, new students will be assigned a four-year advisor in Engineering Student Services. During Bear Beginnings, students will have the opportunity to meet with faculty from their academic area of interest for continued academic advising. Over the summer, you should expect to complete and return an academic interest form indicating which major you might want to pursue (please return this form by early June). If you are not able to attend SOAR or FSAP, you will receive an email by July 1st with the name of your four-year advisor in Engineering Student Services and specific information about registering from home. You will review the online registration information thoroughly and contact your four-year advisor for more information or help with questions about course registration for your first year. You will then register for courses online during your assigned registration time in July. The online registration information emailed to you by July 1st will cover much of what you will need to know as an incoming engineering student. Information includes descriptions of student groups, communication within the School, Advanced Placement and transfer credits, as well as what courses are suggested for the different areas of interest within the School of Engineering & Applied Science. For any questions about registration, students should contact their four-year advisor in Engineering Student Services who will be happy to discuss course selection or other matters related to the School of Engineering.

TR ANSFER STUDENT REGISTR ATION Registration procedures vary depending on which academic division you are entering. You will be contacted by your academic advisor to register for classes over the summer.

PURCHASING COURSE BOOKS Once you have registered for classes, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to get your books!

WU CAMPUS STORE The WU Campus Store is the most convenient way to purchase your course books. It offers course material in several different formats: new, used, rental, and digital. New books are great for students who want a book with no markings or highlighting. For used books, shop early for the best selection.

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Digital books are also a popular option. To see if a book is available digitally, check the course shelf tag. Digital books can offer savings of up to 60% off the cost of new.

You can save 25% off the cost of new books by purchasing used books. If you don’t see any used books on the shelf, go online to wubookstore.com to shop the Follett network of stores for a used copy. There are no shipping charges for in-store pickup and the orders usually arrive within 3-5 days depending on availability. The most popular way to purchase course materials is to rent. Renting is easy to do through the Campus Store or online at wubookstore.com. Many, but not all books, are rentable. You may highlight and make notations in a rented book and check it back in when you’re finished or you can purchase it. If you have questions about textbook rental, go to wubookstore.com and search text rental.

Use your @wustl.edu email! It’s very important that you start using your WUSTL email address once you have it. It’s the main way you’ll receive a lot of information from the University.

CONNECTING WITH THE UNIVERSITY There are many ways that the University will communicate with you about important details related to items such as grades, housing, billing, etc. This section outlines the different ways you can connect digitally with WashU.

WUSTL Key Your WUSTL Key is the set of login credentials you’ll use to access WebSTAC and many other WashU online services. All entering first-year and transfer students receive notification in the summer from the University Registrar with information about WebSTAC, their WUSTL Key, and their University email address. Privacy The privacy of your student records is protected by law under the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Certain pieces of “directory information” on your record may be publicly available, such as your address and phone number, unless you have placed an information restriction on your record, which is your option under the law.

You should have already received communication from the University Registrar to set up your accounts. If you have not, please contact them at registrar.wustl.edu.

WebSTAC WebSTAC is an online WashU platform where you register for courses, see your grades, check your meal plan points and Bear Bucks activity, and much, much more! Using WebSTAC tools, you can add and drop classes, check grades, and request an official transcript, as well as review billing information and access Dining Services, Campus Card, and Residential Life program sites. You will need WebSTAC to register for classes, so we have provided a tutorial over the next few pages. It’s important you

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understand this vital tool, so if you have any additional questions or concerns, check out WebSTAC’s online help. To get to WebSTAC go to webstac.wustl.edu and log in using your WUSTL Key and password. This is the WebSTAC homepage. Unless you already used your WUSTL Key to log into the network from a different University website, you’ll see this page when you visit. Once you’ve logged in, an overview of all your Universityaffiliated information is available. The menu below also expands enabling you to keep track of your classes, billing records, housing information, activity on your campus card, and more. You should definitely take some time to explore the different menus and see how WebSTAC works.

Course Listings To view course listings, click Course Listings located in the Resources footer. This will launch a window, like the one below, which allows you to browse all courses offered by the University in a few different ways. The easiest way to look at the offerings is by picking a semester, school, and department from the “Course Listings” home page. For more advanced options, click on the “By Semester” search item in the menu. From there you can search for courses by attributes, days, and times.

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Registration Worksheet Under Courses and Registration click “Registration Worksheet” to launch a window that can help you prepare for registration and plan out your course schedule for the upcoming semester. This is a great tool for keeping track of classes you’re interested in taking, seeing what your day-to-day schedule will be like, and organizing a discussion about your course choices with your academic advisor.

Blackboard

This summer, you will use Blackboard to complete your Academic Integrity module.

Another key Washington University website is Blackboard, a course content management tool that instructors use to make information about classes available online. By using your WUSTL key ID and password, you can log on to Blackboard at bb.wustl.edu to check out class descriptions, calendars, syllabi, and assignments for some of your classes. Instructors may also use Blackboard to keep students updated on their grades and changes to the course. Information about each of your courses will not appear unless the instructor has set up the course site and made it available. Student Technology Services recommends Firefox or Chrome as the best browsers to use when accessing Blackboard. How-to guides that will help you perform many tasks, from checking grades to completing assignments, are available at sts.wustl.edu/blackboard, and Frequently Asked Questions may be viewed at libanswers.wustl.edu under Blackboard for Students.

Washington University Group Organizer (WUGO) Learn more about WUGO at wugo.wustl.edu.

Washington University Group Organizer is WashU’s online hub for student involvement. The organization directory offers a yearround, virtual student activities fair where students can explore and connect with the over 300 student groups on campus. Students can also check out what events are happening on campus, find leadership opportunities and volunteer experiences, as well as discover many other ways to get involved. The mobile version makes it even easier to get connected instantly.

PREFERRED NAMES The Preferred Name policy allows Danforth Campus students to change their first name in many university information systems without pursuing a legal name change. By allowing students to use a preferred name, the university hopes to provide students an empowering, safe and nondiscriminatory university experience. Reasons for name changes may include: students known by names that are different from their legal names, transgender or gender nonconforming identities, or international students or other students who wish to adopt an English language name. Students who list a preferred name on their admissions application will automatically have their preferred name entered into the university system. At any time, you may add, edit, or delete a preferred name in your academic record in WebSTAC by going to the Student Information tab and then clicking on the “User Profile” link. Your preferred name will be used on many university documents, systems and communications. To view the policy online, please visit: http://registrar.wustl.edu/ student-records/ssn-name-changes/preferred-name-policy/. WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

For more information about enrolling a preferred name, please visit the student information website for the Preferred Name policy: http://registrar.wustl.edu/student-records/ssn-name-changes/ preferred-name-policy/preferred-name-policy-student/

PREPARING FOR REGISTR ATION AP/IB/ TR ANSFER CREDITS Washington University generally accepts AP scores of a 4 or 5 for credit. Some departments will give you credit based solely upon your AP score, whereas other departments give “contingency credit” based upon your AP score and completion of a higher level course. Questions regarding International Baccalaureate (IB) and credit for college level course work should be referred to your school’s registrar to determine appropriate placement and credit.

PL ACEMENT E X AMS Students interested in taking math, foreign language classes, or general chemistry at WashU are required to take placement exams. Most of these exams can be taken online during the summer. Information about AP and IB Credits:

Information about Placement Exams:

College of Architecture

samfoxschool.wustl.edu/student_resources/forms

Cris Baldwin crisbaldwin@wustl.edu

College of Art

samfoxschool.wustl.edu/student_resources/forms

Cris Baldwin crisbaldwin@wustl.edu

College of Arts & Sciences college.artsci.wustl.edu/policies/placement_credit

Sarah Longo sarahlongo@wustl.edu

Olin Business School

Contact your academic advisor

School of Engineering & Applied Science

engineering.wustl.edu/ess/advancedplacement.aspx Tobin Harris tobinharris@wustl.edu

FOREIGN L ANGUAGE PL ACEMENT Unless you will be starting a language you have never studied before, you must take a foreign language placement exam. For students who are interested in pursuing the study of French, German, Italian, Latin, or Spanish, information about the placement exams is available online at the First Year Center website, firstyear.wustl.edu. Students need to complete the placement exams prior to registering for classes. For students who are interested in pursuing Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Korean, Japanese, and Russian, the placement exams will be administered on campus during Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation in August. Detailed information will be provided when you arrive to campus.

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GENER AL CHEMISTRY DIAGNOSTIC E X AM Students who plan to take General Chemistry at Washington University are required to take the General Chemistry Online Diagnostic Exam. The online exam is available from Monday, June 13, 2016 through Friday, August 12, 2016. The two-hour timed exam is available online at http://www.chemistry.wustl.edu/diagnostic. You will need your six-digit WUSTL student ID number to access this website, but no password is required. The webpage also includes a series of tutorials for review, as well as practice problems and quizzes. It is recommended that you review these materials before taking the online exam. For tutorials prior to taking the online exam, visit http://chp090. chemistry.wustl.edu/~coursedev/Online%20tutorials/ chemtutorials.htm. Questions about Chemistry should be directed to Dr. Jia Luo at jluoa@wustl.edu If registering on campus during SOAR or another summer program, complete online placement exams prior to your arrival. Be sure to save your placement score and bring it with you to your registration appointment. For all other students, be sure you complete the exam before you connect with your four-year advisor. See pages 13-14 in Bear Facts for more information about registration for your specific academic division.

COMPUTER SCIENCE PL ACEMENT Students interested in beginning with a course beyond CSE 131 should take the placement exam during Bear Beginnings. This exam is for students with significant computer science background and programming experience, regardless of intended major. The exam is used to determine proper placement in the computer science curriculum. All students are welcome to take the placement exam, including students who did not take the AP test or who are not satisfied with their AP test score and students who are uncertain about their proficiency. No books or notes are permitted. Please bring sharpened pencils to the exam. This exam determines one of the following outcomes: »» A student may be placed in CSE 131 to take the course in its entirety. »» A student may be recommended to begin in a CSE course beyond CSE 131. »» A student may be recommended to begin in a CSE course beyond CSE 131 but completion of specific CSE 131 modules may be required or recommended. Proficiency credit for CSE 131 (3 units) is awarded automatically if a student has a 4 or 5 on the AP CS “A” test. Any requirement for CSE 131 is therefore satisfied by that proficiency credit. That requirement can also be waived without credit if the student passes the proficiency exam.

MATH PL ACEMENT Students intending to take calculus at WashU must take the math placement exam online prior to registering for classes. Students who received a 4 or 5 on the AP exam do not need to take the placement exam. If you plan to attend SOAR, you should take the exam before your summer visit. Otherwise, complete the exam before course registration. Visit wumath.wustl.edu/ undergraduate/newstudents/calculus-placement-exam for more information and to take the exam.

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WRITING PL ACEMENT All first-year students should plan to take Writing 1 during their first year of study to satisfy the first-year writing requirement. Students whose records indicate they need to take the Writing Placement Exam will be notified by letter during the summer. Semester placement is determined by the Writing 1 Office and is based on a variety of factors. Students in some first-year programs (e.g., Mind-Brain, Pathfinder) take Writing 1 in the fall, while others (e.g., Text & Tradition) take it in the spring. For more information, about Writing 1 or about writing placement, visit the Writing 1 website, collegewriting.wustl.edu or contact the Writing 1 Office, collegewriting@wustl.edu.

This information is for Architecture, Art, Arts & Sciences, and Business. The School of Engineering & Applied Science has its own writing requirements, which can be found at https://engineering.wustl.edu/ current-students/student-services/ freshman-registration-guide/ Pages/english-compositionplacement-exams-requirements. aspx

Be sure to write down the scores of your placement exams and have them available when registering for courses. If registering on campus during SOAR or another summer program, complete online placement exams prior to your arrival. Be sure to save your placement score and bring it with you to your registration appointment. For all other students, be sure you complete the exam before your remote summer registration date. See pages 13-14 in Bear Facts for more information about registration for your specific academic division.

SUMMER TO-DO ITEMS EBILLING STATEMENTS Once you have access to WebSTAC, please invite your parent or family members to view your e-statements. You will need to invite them under Billing Records, Pay/View My Bill, My Profile, then select Invite Other Payer. Your family member will promptly receive an email with an activation code and a link to the parent billing portal. Your family member will also need your student ID number to complete this process. Please note, the parent-billing portal is separate from WebSTAC and only allows them access to your billing information; all other student record information will remain private. For more information regarding eBilling, please visit the FAQ’s page, studentaccounting.wustl.edu.

Washington University supports a 100% paperless billing environment with instant online access.

STUDENT ID CARDS Your WashU student identification card may be small in size but it has the power to do many things. Your ID card is not only proof of being a student at WashU, but it also holds your points for your meal plan, gives you access to buildings and computer labs on campus, and much more! Anytime you want to grab a bite or sit down for a meal with your friends, you’ll swipe your ID card at the checkout line and the points you use will be automatically deducted from your meal plan balance. If you want to check out how many meal points are left on your account, you simply log into your WebSTAC account, and there’s a link to the balance of your individual meal plan. Students also have the option to use their WashU ID card for laundry services and snack and beverage purchases at selected vending machines if Bear Bucks are added to the card. Students can go online through WebSTAC and add value to their Bear Bucks account at any time. Visit card.wustl.edu for more information. 22

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Your student ID includes your name, ID number, and a photo of you. This is the card that you make meal point and Bear Bucks transactions with, swipe into your residential hall with, use for print access, etc.

You will receive your student ID card when you arrive on campus; if you come to a summer program such as SOAR, you will pick up your ID in the summer. If you lose your ID or need it replaced, visit Campus Card Services or contact them at 314.935.8800. Your student ID includes your name, ID number, and a photo of you. This is the card that you make meal point and Bear Bucks transactions with, swipe into your residential hall with, use for print access, etc.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY All incoming students are required to watch and complete a module regarding Academic Integrity via Blackboard. You will receive an email with specific instructions to log in and view the video in June. For more information regarding the University’s commitment to academic integrity and expectations for students, please see page 52.

ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUG EDUCATION AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE RISK REDUCTION Each student is expected to complete Think About It, an online alcohol and other drug and sexual violence education course, before coming to campus for Bear Beginnings. This course provides reliable information for making responsible decisions throughout your college experience. Even if this does not pertain to you, the course can help you navigate peers’ drinking and drug use. In addition, the course highlights healthy relationships and sexual violence risk reduction. In late July/early August, you will receive instructions via your WashU email about how to log on to the course.

PACKING LIST Check out the next page for a suggested starting list of things you’ll want to pack with you as you prepare to join us on campus in August. Your campus box (CB) number can be found with your housing assignment on WebSTAC.

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SHIPPING TO CAMPUS UPS, Federal Express, and other parcel services deliver to WashU. You can send packages to your campus address. Remember to include your full address, which varies depending on where you live on campus. See below for guidelines for writing your address.

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Your Name CB ####* 6515 Wydown Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63105-2215 Your Name CB ####* 6985 Snow Way St. Louis, MO 63130-4400

for example William G. Eliot, Jr. CB 0000 6985 Snow Way St. Louis, MO 63130-4400

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PACKING LIST You don’t need to pack your whole room to come to college, but you’ll want to make sure that you have some odds and ends covered. This list isn’t inclusive, but there are some things we couldn’t live without once we got here.

Download and print a PDF of this list at firstyear.wustl.edu.

Must Bring

Also Consider

○○ Alarm clock ○○ Backpack ○○ Calendar ○○ Calling card or cell phone and charger ○○ Cleaning supplies ○○ Clothes and shoes that can get dirty (for projects you may get involved in) ○○ Clothes hangers ○○ Comforter, blankets, and pillows ○○ Credit or debit card ○○ Desk lamp ○○ Dry erase board and markers ○○ Envelopes and stamps ○○ First-aid kit ○○ Flashlight ○○ Hammer and tools ○○ Hangers, shoe rack, and plastic hooks ○○ Health insurance information ○○ Heavy winter coat ○○ ID/Driver’s license ○○ Laundry bag and detergent ○○ Painter’s tape ○○ Power strips and extension cords ○○ Prescription medication(s) ○○ Reusable grocery totes ○○ Reusable water bottle ○○ School supplies ○○ Shampoo and body wash ○○ Sheets (twin, extra long) ○○ Shower shoes and shower caddy ○○ Small fan ○○ Toiletries ○○ Towels (more than one!) ○○ Trash can ○○ Umbrella

○○ Air freshener ○○ Bed raisers ○○ Bicycle and bike lock ○○ Board games ○○ Closet organizers ○○ Computer or laptop ○○ Cooking utensils ○○ Decorations for your room ○○ Desk-chair cushion ○○ Desk organizer ○○ Camera ○○ Ethernet cord ○○ Extra shelving units, crates, plastic containers, filing cabinet ○○ Hair dryer ○○ Headphones ○○ Iron and ironing board ○○ Microwave ○○ Plastic drawers ○○ Portable vacuum ○○ Reusable cups, plates, and utensils ○○ Sewing kit ○○ Small refrigerator (no larger than 4 cubic feet) ○○ Sponge and dish soap ○○ Stereo or computer speakers ○○ Suit and/or semi-formal attire for special events you may attend ○○ Television (and DVDs) ○○ Tissues ○○ Under-bed storage bins

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Air-conditioning units Candles Electric appliances with exposed coils Gas grills or charcoal grills Guns/weapons Halogen lamps Hot plates Incense Pets (other than fish) Toasters Water beds Wireless routers

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What’s in a standard room? Rooms for first year students include an XL twin bed, desk, chair, dresser, blinds, and a recycling bin.

Packing Tips »» Talk with your roommate(s) prior to packing so you can avoid bringing duplicate items »» Save the boxes you bring your stuff in for when you have to pack up again in May »» Label boxes with your name, your room number and campus box number for Move-In Day »» You can do a lot of shopping after you arrive and have seen your room

UTRUCKING, INC ., A STUDENT-RUN BUSINESS University Trucking makes the transition from home to school easy. It has been a one-stop shop for student moving needs for more than 35 years. UTrucking offers two unique shipping services for WashU students: East Coast Ship to School: If you live on the East Coast — between Washington D.C. and Boston — UTrucking can pick up your belongings right from your home and deliver them straight to your door at WashU. Nationwide Ship to School: If you do not live on the East Coast, or if you want to ship items from online retailers, you can send UTrucking your packages using UPS, FedEx, or any other carrier, and it will deliver them straight to your room. For more information, visit utrucking.com or contact info@ utrucking.com, 314.266.8878.

A NOTE FOR PARENTS & FAMILY MEMBERS

KEEP IN TOUCH Sign up for Family Ties, a quarterly newsletter keeping you up to date on what’s happening around campus, at firstyear.wustl.edu

Vist the Parent & Family Resource section of firstyear.wustl.edu. Also, be on the lookout for the Parent & Family Resource Calendar, arriving to your house in July.

The time before coming to campus is both stressful and exciting; the transition to college introduces many changes to your daily life as a student and young adult. Try to picture all of the emotions you are feeling at this moment and multiply them by some variable A (for anxiety), and you might start to understand just how your parents are feeling. As Karen Levin Coburn, senior consultant in residence and co-author of Letting Go: A Parents’ Guide to Understanding the College Years, explains, “The summer before college is an exciting time, but it can also be a time of high stress. There is a desire for more freedom among incoming students, and this can lead to tension in the family. As the summer progresses, students often feel pulled between spending time with friends and time with family. They may also feel pressured by all the decisions they have to make and all the things on their ‘to-do list’ as the days fly by.” The important thing to remember is that the more your family understands and is made aware of what is going on in your life, the smoother this transition will be. As much as you need your family’s support, they need your support in return. To facilitate an open dialogue between you and your family, Parent Programs publishes the Parent & Family Resource Calendar and the First Year Center plans Parent & Family Orientation to parallel the student orientation program during the first days of your arrival. The calendar will be sent out during the summer, along with other useful information for your family members. In August, Parent & Family Orientation will introduce your family members to the people and resources available for you and will help them get an insider’s view of student life at Washington University. More information, including a tentative Parent & Family Orientation schedule, is available at firstyear.wustl.edu, so check it out!

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A MESSAGE TO FAMILY MEMBERS FROM FYC STUDENTS We caught you! That’s right. We know that even though the title of this publication is Bear Facts: a guide for students by students, you, being the loving, interested, and caring family member that you are, have started reading this guide in hopes of gaining a little insight into the changing life of your student. Your motives are perfectly understandable, so rather than stopping you, we invite you to read on including the following comments from us at the FYC regarding what we wish our parents realized when we started at WashU. First, you have not lost your student. At times, it may feel as though you have, but understanding that your students are simply looking to branch out from home, not separate entirely, is key to understanding them.

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Second, respect your students. They are in the process of attaining a new level of independence unparalleled in any other time in their lives. Respect that they would like to make their own decisions — offer your input but refrain from mandating things. It’s amazing how many families have argued over what color comforter to purchase, or how often you expect your students to call versus how often they intend on calling.

Parent and Family Weekend Friday, October 28th – Sunday, October 30th

Next, learn from your students. They can teach you things you may have never realized before. Be open to their new experiences, and you may have the delightful experience of learning a thing or two from them. Remember that WashU is a place with students from everywhere. Therefore, your students will make friends of all backgrounds and beliefs. Listen as they share experiences about new friends. Support your students’ stepping outside of comfort zones while they are in an environment that encourages this. Try to understand your students’ changes. You are sending them to college to gain knowledge and to experience new things in life. They will grow and learn, and they will change. Sometimes these changes are unexpected; they may change their major three times, and for a while, they might not know what they want anymore. It is important to see them as the people they are becoming, and not as the people they were when they started, or as the people you think they ought to be. Also, keep in mind that family is still important. No matter how far away you are, we students need to know that you still care about us. Your support is incredibly important to our success at school, and we need every ounce of it. Nothing will replace your love and support. Last, send care packages or encouraging snail-mail once in awhile. We love getting little reminders of home!

PRE-ORIENTATION Pre-Orientation (Pre-O) programs are a great way to start your WashU experience. It is your opportunity to work closely with a campus organization, gain valuable leadership skills, get a jump start on being involved on campus, and meet other students with similar interests. You will also be able to move in early and begin 26

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Parent & Family Orientation Thursday, August 25th – Friday, August 26th

to learn the ins and outs of Washington University’s campus before the formal orientation program.

WHY PRE- O? So you’ve gotten a couple of emails about Pre-O, and maybe you heard about the programs from an upperclass student, but why should you really do one? Want to attend a Pre-Orientation program? Register by August 1, 2016 at firstyear.wustl.edu. They fill quickly, so register soon!

Benefits of doing a Pre-Orientation program »» Fun, exciting way to start out the year »» Meet friends who share an interest or passion with you »» Get to know the campus; and for those off-campus programs, it allows you to see St. Louis and the greater community in which you will be living for the next four years »» Allows you more time to get settled

“Pre-O gave me a chance to acclimate myself to WashU’s campus and engage in the St. ARRIVAL LOGISTICS Louis community as well as meet some of my new classmates Pre-Orientation program participants will arrive on Sunday, before starting Bear Beginnings. August 21, 2016*, and move into the residence house room to Being able to move in early which they have been assigned for the year. If you are arriving by plane, WUSAs will meet you at Lambert-St. Louis airport and do something I love with and guide you to the free shuttle that will be available for Pre-O other passionate people set the participants on August 21 from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM. If you are tone for the rest of my WashU arriving by car, we will meet you as you enter the South 40 residential area and give you information about parking and experience.” unloading your vehicle.

LIA DOWNING Leadership Through Service participant College of Arts & Sciences, Class of 2018

* Wilderness Project participants will arrive on campus Thursday, August 18. You will need to ship your belongings for your residence house room or have someone bring them on Move-In Day, August 25th, as you will not have access to your room until the 25th.

PARENT & FAMILY MEMBER ORIENTATION Wondering when you should arrive on campus if you’re attending Parent & Family Orientation? (We know you’re reading!) If your student comes to a Pre-O program, we encourage you to send him or her ahead with enough necessities to get through the first three days, such as bedding, toiletries, and clothing. The students will be tremendously busy with the programs and won’t have much time, if any, to spend with you. Therefore, we suggest you join us for Parent & Family Orientation from Thursday, August 25th through Friday, August 26th and assist your student with setting up his or her room on the 25th. More information regarding Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation, including a sample schedule is available on the First Year Center website, firstyear. wustl.edu.

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students should plan to arrive before the start date on their I-20s/ DS-2019s. For additional information, please visit oiss.wustl.edu/ students/planning-for-u-s-arrival/.

INTERNATIONAL ORIENTATION PROGR AMS New international students are expected to participate in an international orientation program. First-year international students coming to WashU from a high school outside the U.S. are required to participate in the Explore Program. Explore is recommended for first-year international students coming from a high school within the U.S. and for exchange students. If these recommended students choose not to participate in Explore, they must participate in the Discover Orientation Program instead. International transfer students are encouraged to participate in the Discover Orientation Program.

Explore Program Explore will help you adjust to cultural differences and ease your transition to both the United States and to Washington University. Students participating in the Explore Program should arrive between August 16, 2016 and August 17, 2016. Campus housing will not be available for Explore students arriving before August 16, 2016. The Explore Program, which begins on the evening of August 18, 2016, includes participation in a Pre-O program. You will register for a Pre-O program (see pages 29-31) at the same time you register for Explore. Please do not submit a separate PreOrientation registration form to the First Year Center. For more information, or to register online, visit oiss.wustl.edu/students/ orientation/explore/.

Discover Program Discover is an introduction to the people, places, resources and activities that will help you transition both academically and socially as WashU. Students participating in Discover should arrive on August 22, 2016. For those living on campus, housing will not be available for Discover students arriving before August 22, 2016. For more information, or to register online, visit oiss. wustl.edu/students/orientation/discover/. You can also contact the OISS at 314.935.5910 or oiss@wustl.edu. You will receive information from the Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS) throughout the summer. Make sure to read everything so you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss important information regarding deadlines and government regulations. International students should plan to arrive before the start date on their I-20s/DS-2019s. New international students are expected to participate in an international orientation program.

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PRE-ORIENTATION PROGR AMS FOR AUGUST 2016 BURNING KUMQUAT: ST. LOUIS URBAN FARMS BY BIKE Cost $290 Enrollment 20

CONNECTIONS IN RESEARCH AND HEALTH Cost $350 Enrollment 75

Okay, we don’t grow kumquats. Or burn them. But we are Burning Kumquat, a student-run urban garden on Washington University’s campus. We want to share with you the joy of learning about and living with the land at WashU and around St. Louis. You’ll work hard, get your hands dirty, and enjoy the food we grow. Traveling by bicycle, we tour several St. Louis urban farms, and learn about different forms of sustainable agriculture and socially responsible food practices. Finally, you will find a home in our campus garden, and sprout new friendships that will never stop growing. Peas and love! Find out more about the Burning Kumquat and what we’ve been growing on our website, BurningKumquat.wustl.edu, and visit us on Facebook at The Burning Kumquat.

This unique program introduces you to cutting-edge medical practice and research conducted at WashU and in St. Louis. You will hear from physicians, scientists, and faculty members. The program also provides an opportunity for you to talk with patients, tour research facilities, and participate in fun teambuilding exercises. You will learn about the latest medical research and practice, from high-tech surgical techniques to cochlear implants, as well as how physicians evaluate patients and review actual emergency medicine cases. Students may tour the Medical School, Center for Advanced Medicine, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Surgical Vivarium and Genome Sequence Center.

CAMPUS Y – L.A.U.N.C.H.: LEARNING AND UNDERSTANDING NEW CHALLENGING Cost $375 Enrollment 189 New perspectives, new friends, new beginnings and new horizons! Join us for three days and two nights at Camp Lakewood, a beautiful 350-acre lake and resort in the foothills of the Ozarks, just two hours from WashU’s campus. While at LAUNCH, you will participate in small group activities, interactive workshops, team building activities, a service project and you will have free time to enjoy the amenities at Camp Lakewood. Not only is LAUNCH WashU’s largest pre-orientation program, but it is also the oldest and the one with the most traditions. Come join us and become part of the LAUNCH tradition! CONNECT 4 Cost $325

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Have you ever wanted to design and build your own engineering project? If so, here’s your chance! In EnDesign, you will receive a project proposal and work with a team of students and counselors to design, build, and test your ideas. Have you always wanted to work with power tools? Now you can! The excitement and fun of designing and implementing an engineering project awaits you! Other things to look forward to include visiting local engineering companies and hearing from professional engineers and WashU professors about the engineering industry and its opportunities. Come experience real engineering! FRESHMEN PRESS Cost $265 Enrollment 30

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At Connect 4, students explore their values, discovering how to better live those out on a daily basis in college, find the courage to take off masks, get past small talk, let go of fear, and give fullest expression to who they most deeply are. In a retreat-like setting, students enjoy personal talks from leaders, small-group conversations, individual reflection, activities, and games, exploring topics such as love, vulnerability, suffering, personalities, busyness, solitude, religion, and self-compassion. Hosted by Catholic Student Union, Connect 4 is an interfaith program organized by, open to, and absolutely loved by religious and non-religious students alike! Learn more at tinyurl.com/WUconnect4.

Freshmen Press is an exciting opportunity for students to jump straight into the world of student journalism. You will get to interact with current members of Student Life, Washington University’s independent newspaper, and with local alumni who work as professional journalists. You will learn about the different sections of the paper and choose what you would like to experience firsthand: reporting news or sports, writing features or arts/entertainment pieces, crafting editorials, or working in multimedia/ photo. You will also gain copy or design experience and produce your own full issue, which will appear as an insert in Student Life’s first paper of the semester. Learn more at www.StudLife.com.

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GATEWAY TO GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP Cost $275 Enrollment 40

KWUR: ADVENTURES IN RADIOLAND Cost $285 Enrollment 20

Welcome to St. Louis, your new home for the next four years! Break the “WashU Bubble” before your first year even begins with the Gateway to Global Citizenship program. St. Louis and its neighborhoods boast a rich history of welcoming, diverse people and cultures, which allows us to explore the world in our own backyard. Together we will munch on tapas and dim sum, investigate how media portrays culture, and delve into the ways culture influences communities and individuals to help form identity. Through engaging discussion, guest speakers, volunteering, workshops, and excursions to local cultural centers, this four-day experience is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to get to know yourself, your peers, the WashU community, and this city. Join us to become a part of your first of many St. Louis families, made up of peers, professors, and upperclass students who will help you find your place in your new home.

KWUR 90.3 FM is the University’s entirely studentrun, freeform, non-commercial radio station. This program will immerse you in the alternative St. Louis and campus music communities, as well as the KWUR community. You will receive all the necessary training to be eligible for your own radio show in the fall semester; you will not need to go through the normal semester-long training process. Over the course of the program you will be exposed to staples of the St. Louis music scene including a show at a local venue, a tour of the KDHX St. Louis community radio station, and record shopping at Vintage Vinyl. This program provides a great introduction to the St. Louis and WashU communities through the lens of music and a valuable jumping-off point if you wish to pursue college radio.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Cost $260 Enrollment 25 WashU’s campus chapter of Habitat for Humanity offers a program for students interested in learning more about the struggles of St. Louis’ homeless community, understanding substandard housing, and getting to know a small, but passionate group of students. You will spend four days exploring campus and St. Louis City while learning about community, homelessness, affordable housing, and poverty. If you are interested in service work and Habitat for Humanity, this program will give you a great opportunity to get involved on campus and in the community before you even have your first class as a student at WashU! INNOVATION NATION: SOCIAL IMPACT THROUGH DESIGN Cost $290 Enrollment 24 Begin your WashU experience by applying classroom skills to tackle real issues in the community! Create change in St. Louis through design thinking! Our experienced student leaders will guide your interdisciplinary team through an empathy-driven process to research, brainstorm, prototype, and test a solution for an issue within the St. Louis community. No prior design experience required and people of all backgrounds are needed! Along with way too many Post-It Notes, Innovation Nation includes St. Louis excursions, insightful speakers, and the opportunity to be part of a community creating social impact. Want to generate some change? Become part of Innovation Nation!

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LEAD STRONG Cost $275

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Do you want to begin college with a jump start as a leader? Lead Strong will give you just that! It’s a brand new program hosted by Student Involvement and Leadership. Lead Strong includes three days on campus (and a few nearby excursions). The first few days will be spent connecting with each other and established student leaders through a variety of interactive activities and workshops focused on values, diversity and inclusion, and leadership. You will get the inside scoop on campus resources and University life, and finish on a high at a low/high ropes course. All four days will encourage you to make new friends, learn about your leadership strengths, explore involvement opportunities, and find support in establishing your unique path at WashU. Lead Strong is a chance to have fun while challenging yourself to discover who you want to be and how you will create a positive impact at WashU. LEADERSHIP THROUGH SERVICE Cost $320 Enrollment 90 Leadership Through Service (LTS) offers a rare opportunity to explore and engage with the St. Louis community while acclimating to college life. The program includes daily community service projects, city excursions, inspiring discussions, and amazing memories. Join upperclass counselors eager to support your college transition with a perfect combination of eye-opening experiences and pure fun! You’ll see the “real” St. Louis, deepen your understanding of pressing social justice issues, build a network of like-minded friends, gain a solid connection to the Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement, and learn about opportunities to get involved through your four years. Join the fun as the city becomes your classroom.

RAISE YOUR VOICE Cost $265 Enrollment 45 What do Tina Fey and Kanye West have in common? Aside from being talented performers, they both would love this program! Fey started her comedy career in improv, and before he was chart-topping rapper, West was a slam poet. With Raise Your Voice, you can get a first taste of the performing arts on campus and make new college friends while you’re at it! Choose which performance style you prefer (improv comedy or slam poetry), work in teams playing games and workshopping your art, and see both acts culminate in a show! STARTUP (W)U Cost $300

that the natural environment provides a neutral space for facilitating life’s transitions, promoting personal growth, and discussing social issues. Outside the context of everyday routines, you will gain a powerful perspective on your life, your communities, and how you fit into a global society. The project is designed to challenge you to be effective socially and environmentally conscious leaders. No previous backpacking or climbing experience is necessary; however, participants should be capable of carrying a 30-40 pound pack for four to six miles per day throughout the weeklong program. WORLD OF POLITICS Cost $275 Enrollment 30

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Have an idea? Innovative thinker? Jump right into innovation & entrepreneurship with Startup (W)U through the Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation & Entrepreneurship! Whether you’re planning to major in art, science, engineering, business or the humanities, you’ll experience the journey from idea to venture. You’ll also explore the entrepreneurial community around WashU and St. Louis through site visits and networking with innovative leaders. Most importantly, you’ll learn the value of interdisciplinary collaboration and discover how much a group of passionate people can accomplish in a few short days. Join us to see how innovation can change the world! STUDENT UNION: LEAD WASHU Cost $235 Enrollment 50

General-election junkies and national-level novices alike should find more than enough to enjoy in this year’s World of Politics program. Between learning first-hand about WashU’s very own presidential debate, participating in an immersive multi-day simulation of a presidential campaign, and learning countless opportunities to get involved on campus – any budding politico can have a blast with us. World of Politics is offered through a joint partnership between the Washington University Political Review, WashU’s premier political magazine and the Washington University International Relations Council, home to WashU’s nationally-recognized Model United Nations team. So sign up for World of Politics today – it’s your civic duty.

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Participating in Student Union: LEAD WashU is a great way to get a head start on leadership at WashU. In this program, you’ll work alongside current student leaders to develop your personal leadership style and enhance your leadership skills. In addition to getting a firsthand look at Student Union, you’ll meet and connect with peers, leaders, and administrators involved in SU’s 350+ student organizations. You’ll also explore some of St. Louis’ best attractions and historic districts. All in all, this program will give you a great understanding of your potential leadership roles at WashU and in the St. Louis community.

Even if you aren’t attending Pre-Orientation through the First Year Center, there may be a reason for your early arrival. Those programs that commonly require early arrival, along with a campus representative for each, are below. Danforth Scholars Program Jeffery Matthews, jmatthew@wustl.edu Ervin Scholars Program Robyn Hadley, robyn.hadley@wustl.edu Langsdorf Scholars Program Kim Selle, kselle@wustl.edu

WILDERNESS PROJECT Cost $375 Enrollment Hiking: 32, Climbing: 10

Honorary Scholars Programs Jennifer Romney, jlromney@wustl.edu Includes Compton, Mylonas, Moog, and Lien

In Wilderness Project, you will backpack or rock climb in the beautiful Ozarks for a week. This program serves either to fuel outdoor passion or as a gentle introduction to outdoor recreation. Regardless of your outdoor experience, Wilderness Project will introduce you to a tightly knit community before the school year begins. The program was founded on the philosophy

Rodriguez Scholars Program Julia Macias, julia.macias@wustl.edu Varsity sports Please contact your individual coach

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LETTERS FROM HOME I distinctly remember the months leading up to my official arrival on WashU’s campus. My summer was characterized by sporting plenty of Washington University apparel so that everywhere I went, friends and strangers alike would know how excited I was to be amongst those selected to attend WashU. I was so eager for this next chapter in my life. I had lived in the same city and attended school with the same peers all my life. I was ready for this change; I welcomed the idea of a new environment with open arms, even though it was filled with many unknowns. One event that significantly stands out to me over summer was the moment when a lot of that excitement gave way to apprehension. I had just said goodbye to my parents who were dropping me off at the airport for my flight to St. Louis so that I could attend SOAR. I was waiting to board the plane when the reality of the situation hit me—maybe I’m not ready for this transition? I found myself questioning whether I was ready to SOFIA JOISON leave the comforts of home. Would I make new friends? Would I School of Engineering & Applied Science, find subjects and activities that sparked my passions? And most Class of 2018 importantly, will I even be able to wake up in time on my own? I gazed off into the line of remaining passengers trying to find their seats, and was shocked when I saw a familiar face. One of my favorite high school teachers was on my flight, and she took the spare seat next to me. I quickly told her of my destination as well as these newfound thoughts swirling through my mind, and her response couldn’t have been more perfect. For those of you who may not bump into your high schools teachers during your journey to WashU’s campus, here is a bit of the wisdom that I can pass on from that conversation and my time thus far at WashU. First, it’s natural to be nervous and worry about this new chapter in your life, but try not to worry too much! One quote that resonates deeply with me is from Sandra Bullock’s speech to a graduating class where she said, “Anything I worried about didn’t happen. Other stuff happened. But not what I worried about.” Next, embrace the uncertainty. Friendships and passions will reveal themselves over time, take this chance to explore new things and really venture outside your comfort zone. And lastly, truly take in your summer before college. Although it may be hard to think about, this is the last summer before a lot of things in your life may change. I promise you that it’s not going to be the last time that you are going to have your favorite dish from your favorite local restaurant and it’s not going to be the last time that you will ever see your friends’ faces, but those moments will become less frequent, so appreciate them a little bit more than you did before. I spent the remaining weeks after SOAR hanging out with my family and friends. We passed our days by visiting our favorite places in Dallas, making trips to the store, and discussing visions of what college will be like. The day had finally come to say goodbye, and although I was ready for this moment, it was still hard to watch my family go home without me. Soon after, school was in full swing and weeks away from home gave way to months. The intricate support system at WashU made my transition to college smooth, which reassured my parents. I met people who I can’t imagine my life without, got involved in organizations that matched my passions, and could even wake up on my own each morning. These four years at WashU are ones to look forward to. And although these new experiences are ones that happen far away from home, I always love bringing them back to share with my family.

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MOM’S PERSPECTIVE

DAD’S PERSPECTIVE

MELANIE JOISON, DALLAS, TX

JORGE JOISON, DALLAS, TX

As I sat in a hotel room in Clayton ready to move Sofia, our youngest daughter, into her residential hall, I could not help but think of the bittersweet feelings in my heart. I was happy for her because she was about to embark on the next exciting chapter of her life, yet I felt pangs of sadness as this departure made it clear that she no longer was my little girl. My moment had arrived in which I was shifting from the front lines of her life to a role that resembled more of a spectator. We were both about to undergo two very different transitions—on one hand, I would have much less laundry to do, and on the other hand she will have much more to do.

I vividly remember the year before Sofia left for college. It was a busy period not only with her school activities, but also with completing college applications, visiting campuses, and making the final college decision. At home, we had already been through a similar experience with our oldest daughter when she left for college two years earlier. This time, we faced less uncertainty but the same level of excitement towards the future of our youngest daughter. During the days and occasional late nights throughout her senior year, we had meaningful conversations about the choices she will face during her college years and life in general. In retrospect, those moments brought me closer to Sofia, so when my friends and co-workers started teasing me about my soon to be new status as a dad without “live in” children I must confess, I had mixed emotions. On one hand we had “survived” the experience of raising two daughters, but on the other hand I could already feel the void she was leaving behind. My mind was starting to adjust to the fact that my relationship with Sofia was going to evolve into one that will more closely resemble the interactions between adults.

When we dropped our first daughter off at college, it was not an easy thing to do. When the time came for Sofia to go, I thought I would be able to handle this better, having “been there, done that”—not true at all. The weeks that lead up to her departure were filled with moments of heartache. How could I let Sofia see me cry when she was so excited about going off to her dream school? There was, however, a sense of familiarity and comfort for me when Sofia was heading off to college. Not only would she be joining her older sister at WashU, but also each time Sofia arrived back home from a trip to campus, she was eager to return, and this gave me peace of mind. Upon our arrival on Move-In Day, we were welcomed by a group of friendly students who carried Sofia’s belongings from the car to her new home. Decorating Sofia’s room was helpful in dealing with our goodbyes, but when it came time for the inevitable parting, it was still difficult to say our farewells and leave despite my mental preparation. I won’t lie, I still miss hearing her voice everyday and her singing in the shower echoing throughout the halls. Our interactions occur less frequently, but I do know with certainty that she is happy and doing great, and that makes me a happy mom. Sofia has transformed and developed into a responsible young leader with a great sense of passion for her community. I love having her home after each break, and as hard as it is to say goodbye, I know that she is returning to a supportive place where she can continue to flourish.

Having both my daughters at WashU, I have witnessed their growth socially and academically. They have developed friendships with students from near and far and with hard work, have achieved great things in the classroom setting. In addition, WashU’s extracurricular activities have given them a strong connection to their campus and an opportunity to develop social and leadership skills. As I had anticipated, my relationship with Sofia has changed. I now practice more active listening during our conversations and enjoy hearing her stories about the great people she has met along the way and the classes that fascinate her. It has been a humbling experience for me to acknowledge that I’m no longer keeping up with her knowledge of differential equations… from now on, I’ll leave the math to her. The one thing that remains constant is the great pride I feel as my daughter will soon join the new generation of WashU graduates that will play a part in solving the many challenges that we face today, and judging by the achievements of past graduating classes, we can expect great things to come.

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MOVE-IN & BEAR BEGINNINGS So your luggage and boxes are packed, painter’s tape across the front of each piece with your name, residence hall and room number labeled clearly in Sharpie. You had your final meal at your favorite restaurant with friends and family and hugged the family pet goodbye. It is time to set out on your journey to campus, and we know you have a lot of questions… “How will I know what to do when I get to campus? Where is my residence hall located on the South 40? Am I going to get lost? How am I going to get my TV and 10 boxes of clothes up to my room on the third floor? Who will I eat dinner with the first night my family is gone? How am I going to be ready for classes? What books should I buy?”

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Don’t worry! The First Year Center, Office of Residential Life, your academic division, and the entire WashU community are ready to answer all of your questions and help you every step of the way. This section will give you step-by-step instructions on how to get to campus, how to navigate Move-In Day, and what Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation has to offer as you prepare for learning and life on campus.

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MOVE-IN DAY We at the First Year Center think that Move-In Day at WashU is one of the most exciting days of the year. We know you are nervous about the days ahead, but we have been preparing for your arrival all summer! Move-In Day is your chance to get settled into your room; finally meet your roommates, your RA, and your WUSA; eat in Bear’s Den; pick up some great giveaways by the Clocktower; have your first official floor meeting; and chant your way to Convocation.

GE T TING TO CAMPUS

Driving to Campus for Move-In Day If you are using a GPS, be sure to use one of the following addresses to get to the right location on campus: If you’re living on the South 40, you’ll want directions to: 6614 Shepley Drive Clayton*, MO 63105 If you’re on the North Side, you’ll want directions to: 6985 Snow Way University City*, MO 63130 NOTE: On Move-In Day, you must enter the South 40 via Shepley Drive from Big Bend Boulevard. The South 40 entrance from Wallace Drive is closed on Move-In Day. The Wydown Boulevard entrance is always closed. Your GPS may not reflect this. * Some navigation systems may also recognize Saint Louis or St. Louis as the city for both of the above addresses, but these are the official names of the cities WashU is in.

Washington University is easily accessible by car, plane, train, and public transportation. You’ll want to talk with your family this summer to plan out what the best way for you to arrive will be. Detailed instructions and directions for arrival by car, plane, train, or MetroLink are available at firstyear.wustl.edu.

Plane Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is about a 20-minute drive from campus and connects you with major cities across the country. The airport is served by Air Canada, Air Choice One, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Southwest, and United, along with some smaller carriers. You can get to campus by either MetroLink or car.

Train Union Station serves as a connection point for Amtrak, making it easy to reach Chicago and Kansas City. The station is about 15 minutes east of campus in downtown St. Louis.

Car Whether you’re driving from your house (wherever that may be) to WashU or coming from the airport, campus is easy to get to by car. Located just off of I-64, Washington University’s suburban location is very car friendly and many parking areas are located across campus. You can park anywhere on campus while Bear Beginnings is in session, so you won’t need to worry about a parking pass unless you are a commuter or transfer student with a parking pass. You cannot, however, park in a red-zone spot at any time.

ARRIVING TO CAMPUS

In order to have the smoothest move possible, we suggest you pack all belongings in boxes or plastic bins. Label each box or bin with your name, residential college building, and room number.

Although the residence halls will officially open at 8:30 AM, we encourage you to consider coming a little later in the morning. Move-In Day often leads to heavy traffic. We do our best to keep lines moving and make your arrival as smooth as possible, but please be prepared to wait in traffic prior to turning onto campus. Arriving later in the day may allow for a shorter wait time. When turning onto Shepley Drive from Big Bend Boulevard, you will be immediately greeted by staff who will give you directions about where and how to unload your vehicle. At your unloading zone, a team of students will help unload your car and assist you in moving all of your belongings to your room. As soon as your car is unloaded, we ask that the driver park in a more permanent space on campus. WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

WHERE TO UNLOAD YOUR CAR First-Year Students

Shepley Drive (one-way travel, west to east)

1 Enter Here Living on the South 40? On Move-In Day, you’ll enter from Big Bend Blvd. and proceed through the checkpoint where you’ll receive directions to the unloading zone for your residential college.

Wallace Drive (two-way Travel)

Transfer students living on the South 40 will check in at Residential Life, located in the South 40 House. If you are living in the Village House, Village East, Lopata House, Millbrook apartments, or in off-campus Residential Life buildings, check-in will be located on the north side of campus in the Village House living room. You must enter campus via Snow Way Drive, located off of Big Bend Boulevard. For details, visit firstyear.wustl.edu

Big Bend Boulevard (two-way travel)

Transfer Students

Forsyth Boulevard (two-way travel)

Foot Path to main Cam pus

If you are living on the South 40, you must enter campus via Shepley Drive, located off of Big Bend Boulevard. First-year student check-in will be located in the lobby of your residential college. For details, visit firstyear. wustl.edu.

Wydown Boulevard (two-way travel)

2 Shepley Garage This garage will offer some short term parking on Move-In Day. 3 Wallace Garage This garage will also offer some short term parking on Move-In Day.

Note: Long-term parking will be available near Brookings Hall, where all students and families will end the day after Convocation.

PARKING After unloading your vehicle, we encourage the driver to park in the lot east of Brookings Hall as this is where events will end Thursday evening. For the duration of Bear Beginnings and Parent & Family Orientation, you will not need a parking permit, and you are allowed to park in any space available on campus except for designated red parking spaces. If you park at a meter, you must pay for parking. First-year students living on-campus are not permitted to have cars. This regulation is taken very seriously and violations will have serious implications. For more information, visit parking. wustl.edu.

CHECK-IN Check-in is located in the lobby of your residence house. Please be sure to bring a photo ID. At check-in, you will receive your Bear Beginnings packet, which includes the orientation schedule, your student ID and your U-Pass (a city public transportation pass). You will also receive your room key and other important information and documentation from the Office of Residential Life. Don’t forget to pick up your shirt for Convocation! 38

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OK, you have settled into your room — now what? Get ready for an amazing four days of Bear Beginnings!

BEAR BEGINNINGS: NEW STUDENT FALL ORIENTATION First-Year Students For first-year, your first mandatory event at Bear Beginnings is your residential floor meeting at 5:30 PM on Thursday, August 25th. The location of your meeting will be posted on your residential floor — and don’t forget to wear your Convocation shirt! Be sure that you are settled in, you have eaten dinner, and you are ready to go by 5:15 PM. Transfer Students For transfer students, your first mandatory event at Bear Beginnings is the Transfer & Exchange Student Welcome on the afternoon of Thursday, August 25th. The time and location of the meeting will be emailed to you in early August.

The FYRP holds a contest each year based on the text you’ve read. To learn more and enter it, check out fyrp. wustl.edu.

YOUR OFFICIAL INTRODUCTION TO WASHINGTON UNIVERSIT Y Bear Beginnings, held from August 25th through August 28th, will aid you with your academic, social, cultural, and personal transition to Washington University and St. Louis. Our programs and events will provide you with an opportunity to learn about the University and meet your peers before classes begin on Monday, August 29th. During this time, you will have the chance to meet with your advisor and finalize your course schedule. You will also attend programs and events where you can explore what it means to be a WashU student both inside and outside of the classroom, while meeting others who are new to WashU. By fully participating in Bear Beginnings, you’ll have an opportunity to not only discover the campus community but also begin to prepare for a successful first year.

FIRST YE AR RE ADING PROGR AM Keep an eye out for your First Year Reading Program book, Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates, which you will receive from the University in the summer. Chosen by a selection committee of students, faculty, and staff, the First Year Reading Program book is an interesting and stimulating read, one that underpins your first academic experience at Washington University. Read the book before your arrival on campus and think about its themes. What are your opinions? What would you like to ask your new classmates or professors? During Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation, you will participate in a lively group discussion of the book led by a member of the WashU faculty or staff. We urge you to approach the First Year Reading Program discussions in a spirit of openness. This is a unique and valuable opportunity to challenge yourself, share your ideas, learn about other viewpoints, and meet and engage in dialogue with your classmates. There are no right or wrong answers, no grades, and diverse viewpoints and perspectives will be encouraged and respected. The more involved you choose to be, the more you will take away from this experience. Throughout the first semester, you will encounter themes from the book in classes, discussions, and engaging oncampus programming. For more information, check out the First Year Reading Program website, fyrp.wustl.edu. Happy reading!

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MAKING THE MOST OF BEAR BEGINNINGS Move-In Day is one of the most exciting and memorable days of the year. It’s the beginning of a new part of your life! It can also be a little overwhelming—people are running around with boxes and there are so many new people. Not to worry—over the next few days you will participate in an exciting orientation program called Bear Beginnings. You will be introduced to the university as a whole through several events that will bring you closer to your peers and allow you to explore what your new school will have to offer. Let’s look a little closer at some of the major aspects of Bear Beginnings. Convocation At the end of Move-In Day you will gather with your residential college or transfer and exchange community and head to the official academic welcome: Convocation. Filled with cheers, mascots, speeches, and more, this event will get you pumped for the start of your career at WashU and bring you closer to your residential college or transfer/exchange community. The more engaged you are, the more fun it will be, so don’t be afraid to get loud and proud! Floor Meetings There will be a mandatory floor meeting each day of Bear Beginnings for first-year students living on the South 40 that will be run by each floor’s RAs and WUSAs. These are a great opportunity to get to know the people you will be living with and to get information on what the day will entail. Floor meetings are very important for establishing the type of community the floor wants to foster, as well as for answering any questions you may have about life at WashU or Bear Beginnings logistics. First Year Reading Program The First Year Reading Program will also occur during Bear Beginnings! This event will bring together a group of first-year students from your floor, an RA or WUSA, and a faculty member to discuss the book that all new students read before school starts. It is a refreshing opportunity to have an intellectually stimulating conversation with your peers after all of the small talk and ice breakers that fill the start of the year. The books for this program are selected by students and faculty and are meant to start conversations about differing perspectives and allow for your floor to discuss new ideas. Please make sure you read the book so that you can engage in this great discussion! Faculty Spotlights Scattered throughout Bear Beginnings are Faculty Spotlights! The faculty members that speak at these events are nominated by upper-class students and will give a brief talk about their passions, academic fields, research, and other interests. Faculty Spotlights will provide you with excellent opportunities to get to know some of the amazing faculty members at WashU, especially those you might not be able to take a class with during your first year. Make sure you pay attention for information about these events, because you will not want to miss them!

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CHRIS EDWARDS College of Arts & Sciences, Class of 2018

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR FIRST FEW DAYS When you arrive on campus in August, you will receive a complete schedule of events happening during your first few days. Here’s a simplified version of that schedule to give you a sense of how much is planned for you.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 25TH Morning

Move-In Day begins at 8:30 AM giving you plenty of time to get unpacked before the evening’s activities begin.

Afternoon

You should plan to arrive no later than 4:00 PM (the earlier the better). When you are not unpacking, check out the groups and departments around the Clocktower or attend one of our many cultural receptions.

Evening

Your first official floor meeting at 5:30 PM introduces you to your Residential College, RCD, RAs, and WUSAs. You will then head over to the Athletic Complex for Convocation, the signature event of Bear Beginnings. Don’t forget to wear your Convocation shirt!

FRIDAY, AUGUST 26TH Morning

The first full day of Bear Beginnings starts with the First Year Reading Program discussion. Individual meetings also begin in certain academic divisions.

Afternoon

Language placement exams are held this afternoon. Also, check out the open houses for academic departments of interest to you. Several student services departments will also have open houses and information sessions.

Evening

You will have some free time for dinner before meeting with the rest of your floor for a meeting where you will learn important information as well as policies and procedures in the residence halls. After that, head over to the Athletic Complex for WUFC: The Ultimate Floor Challenge and prove to everyone that you have the best floor on the 40!

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27TH Morning

You’ll attend one of three WU Life series experiences to learn how college differs from high school and the expectations of being a WashU student. Each performance will be followed by a discussion with members of your residential floor.

Afternoon

Learn more about your school’s curriculum at the Dean’s Meeting and other important sessions through your academic division.

Evening

You’ll attend one of the three WU Life series you didn’t see this morning. After the discussion, head over to the Danforth University Center for SUp All Night and get a fun introduction to student life.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28TH Morning

You will attend the third WU Life series—whichever one you didn’t attend yesterday.

Afternoon

School-specific events and meetings happen throughout the afternoon.

Evening

Classes begin tomorrow! You’ll take some time with your WUSAs and RAs to review some last minute tips for success and logistics of being a WU student. Afterwards, head over to the Swamp for a movie.

Bear Beginnings schedules will be on the First Year Center website, firstyear.wustl.edu, this summer. You’ll receive an official welcome packet with finalized details when you arrive on campus in August, too.

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PEOPLE YOUWILL MEET Move-In Day is by far one of my best memories at WashU. I was a ball of nerves and excitement as my family and I drove up Shepley Drive that very, very warm August morning. Of course I was concerned about how I was going to get all of my stuff into my room, but my fears faded away as soon as I saw the mass of people helping unload cars and carry boxes. The second you pull up to your residential hall you will be greeted by smiles and cheers from people in matching shirts, who called themselves WUSAs (pronounced WOO-sah), RAs, and many more acronyms that I struggled to remember. In the exciting whirlwind of Move-In Day, I picked up on what a lot of the acronyms stood for. The wonderful teams that will help you move in include WUSAs (Washington University Student Associates) and RAs (Residential Advisors), who work together throughout the year to build a great floor community. When you check in you will meet you RCD (Residential College Director) and you may even encounter you FA (Faculty Associate) of FF (Faculty Fellow). These professional staff members manage residential college events and will help guide you in your first year away from home. Once in your room, you’ll meet your roommate(s), suitemates, or floormates. Everyone was so friendly and helpful that the day went by in a blur. As Move-In Day comes to a close and you settle in, Bear Beginnings starts and you are introduced to more important people who will help you throughout you time at WashU. During Bear Beginnings, you will meet the Dean of your academic division, faculty members who lead discussions for the FYRP (First Year Reading Program), and your academic advisors! At floor meetings you will be introduced to even more members of your WashU support team, including your Residential College’s RPMs (Residential Peer Mentors) and STC (Student Technology Coordinator). So you may be thinking, “Wow! That’s a lot of people and acronyms to get to know!” It may seem a little confusing and overwhelming at first, but don’t worry about memorizing all of the acronyms and the role of each specific person. You’ll have plenty of time to learn all of the names and become acclimated. Don’t hesitate to reach out to them and ask them any questions, because everyone in the WashU community is there to help ease you through the college transition. Take time to get to know your support team, the people on your floor, and your fellow classmates. Cherish all of these amazing relationships you will form with your peers and mentors. But most importantly, have fun!

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LAUREN MOLINA College of Arts & Sciences, Class of 2018

LIFE AFTER BEAR BEGINNINGS Bear Beginnings was a program-packed experience that connected me to many of the people and places I would soon see regularly. After memorizing the names of my floormates, RAs, and WUSAs and hearing from representatives of other resources around campus, I felt confident to start life as a WashU Bear.

GAVIN RACKOFF College of Arts & Sciences, Class of 2018

My confidence dropped about one hour into my first day of classes. My first class went a few minutes past the hour, and I had to rush across campus to Intro to Psychology, the first large lecture of my college career. I fumbled with my campus map and found Simon Hall, but I knew I was already late. I searched the first floor for my classroom and panicked with each step as I grew later and later. After making a lap around the floor, I saw a staircase to the lower level and followed it to the elusive lecture hall. I felt terrified as I pulled open the door to room, expecting everyone to turn back and glare at me, and the professor to berate me in front of the crowd. Thankfully, no one looked and the professor continued the lecture. I found a seat in the back row of the classroom, and felt reassured that I wasn’t the only one feeling unprepared when the person next to me asked to borrow a sheet of paper. After my first day, I developed a better sense of how to get to classes on time. My first few weeks were filled with experiences like this — uncertainty about where and with whom to eat lunch, which seat to take in the library, how to study and write about unfamiliar academic subjects, and more. With time, I found what worked best for me. I had regular lunch buddies throughout the week, found my favorite floor of Olin Library (third, of course), and visited professors in office hours for help. My WUSAs also helped me to find my groove. They connected me with people from my building for study groups and spent time with us on and away from the floor (especially at Ibby’s), which helped me to foster close friendships. Becoming involved on campus helped me to engage with people beyond my building community. In the fall, I participated in Men’s Project, a discussion-based program that examined masculinity in the context of various issues such as gender-based violence and gender representation in the media. The program connected me with students and professional staff who all brought unique experiences and views to the discussion. I have remained friends with my cohort members, and my staff facilitators have been great mentors to know on campus. Even into the spring and beyond my first year, my life at WashU continues to change. I am still making new friends and facing new challenges in the classroom. Despite these constant changes, I feel happy, confident, and cared for as a member of the community. Although Bear Beginnings felt busy, and I didn’t initially see how all the information I received would come together for me, the connections I made then continually play a part in my experience as a student.

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LEARNING ON CAMPUS After Bear Beginnings, it’ll be Day 1 of your academic career at Washington University. As you walk from the South 40 through the Underpass, you will be greeted by faculty and staff who will hand out morning snacks and school supplies. There will even be a chance to take a “first day of school” photo to send home — just like the kind you might have taken on your first day of kindergarten. (Trust us: the throwback is actually pretty cool.) Once you walk through the Underpass, the incredible academic opportunities of WashU will be ready and waiting for you. You can explore 87 majors and 99 minors. You’ll take classes from world-renowned experts in their fields. You will engage, you will learn, you will discover. You will also experience a transition period. The first few days of the fall semester may be the first time you’ve ever been in a large lecture class with 50, 100, or even 300 of your peers. You might also be in your first small seminar with only a dozen classmates and your professor. You may have your first science laboratory section or foreign language practice section. You may find that courses don’t necessarily unfold in the traditional classroom and find yourself on a bus traveling around St. Louis to see the evolution of architecture across more than two and a half centuries. We hope that whatever your first semester brings, you lean in and take full advantage of every experience. While you’re discovering all the incredible academic opportunities at WashU, know that there are also a plethora of resources available to support you — The Writing Center, Cornerstone: The Learning Center, and the Office of Undergraduate Research are just a few of the departments available to help ensure you have a successful academic career. Continues on page 48. 46

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SECTION CONTENTS »» Welcome from Provost Thorp »» Academic Divisions »» Meet the Deans »» Academic Integrity »» Academic Advising »» Succeeding in the Classroom »» Contemplating Your Major? »» Letter from a Faculty Member »» Academic Opportunities »» Getting a “B” »» Study Abroad »» Academic Resources »» Getting to Know Your Faculty

WELCOME FROM PROVOST THORP As the provost of Washington University, let me be one of the first to welcome you to St. Louis. “Great,” you think, “what is a provost?” The provost is the chief academic officer, so I’m responsible for all of the schools, classes, student life, research, and, well, pretty much everything that will be part of your life at WashU. But I’m not as famous as my boss, the chancellor, so I mostly work behind the scenes. If you see someone in a suit on campus whom you don’t recognize, that’s probably me.

HOLDEN THORP, PH.D. Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Professor of Chemistry and Medicine

You made two bold decisions when you decided to come to WashU. The first was to attend a research university. That means that the faculty who teach in your classes are also involved in original research — in doing and trying and writing things that have never been done before. Don’t leave WashU without taking advantage of that. Be part of making the history of knowledge. Ask your professors about their research and get involved in undergraduate research.

The second bold decision was to come to a place that was smaller and more committed to undergraduate education than most other major research universities. Yes, your faculty members are very involved in their research, but they chose to be here because they wanted to be at a place where they could be active scholars and heavily engaged in undergraduate teaching. When you put these two things together, there’s something else that is likely to happen that is more serious — you’re going to learn a lot about the great problems facing the world: climate change, poverty, conflict, inequality, disease. We like problems at WashU, because we believe that all of you have the energy and brainpower needed to get them fixed, particularly when you’re in this intimate and innovative environment. And whether you study engineering, biology, or the humanities, you’re going to think a lot about these problems. I know our brochures are filled with smiling students sitting in the Quad and enjoying ThurtenE Carnival. Don’t worry, there’s plenty of all that here. But we’re going to challenge you, too. We’re going to invite you into the messy, complicated world of problems we live in. We want you debating these problems with your fellow students and the faculty and staff, because when you leave here, you’re the ones we’re counting on to do something about it. We want you to challenge us as well. If you see something at WashU that you don’t like, let us know. Push us to do the best for you and your education. We don’t know it all. Sometimes the questions you ask make our research better or make our university better. Put your hand up. You probably thought you were coming here to learn the answers to questions. Actually, you can find the answers to most questions on your iPhone. We want you to learn what questions to ask. Questions like, “Why do things have to be this way?” and, “What can I do to create change?” Of course, you probably also want to ask, “Did Chancellor Wrighton really invent glow sticks?” You can’t find the answer to that on your phone. You’ll have to ask him yourself. Welcome, Bears. We can’t wait to see what you folks come up with.

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More than anything, we hope you will take this time to try new things and, through your learning, discover what might become your passion or career.

ACADEMIC DIVISIONS COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES Your first year in Arts & Sciences will be one of discovery and exploration as you lay the foundation for areas of interest you’ve already identified and try out subjects that are new to you. We encourage you to take advantage of the course offerings designed specifically for first-year students. First-year seminars allow you to dive deeply into a topic or wrestle with an idea or concept from multiple perspectives as you build a relationship with your professor in a small class environment. Some seminars introduce you to multiple faculty members and their research interests; they’re great ways to learn about the cutting-edge work your professors are doing when they’re not in the classroom. FOCUS programs and other guided curricula (e.g., Medicine and Society, Text and Tradition) provide more sustained introductions over your first year or two to a topic or a field, while also providing many opportunities for you to get to know other students who share your interests. In a number of fields, you can also begin getting involved in research in your first year — it’s not too early!

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By the time you reach the end of your first year, we hope your world will be a lot bigger, more complicated (in a good way!), and more challenging than when you started.

OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL Welcome to the Olin Business School! Your experience at Olin will be a stepping-stone to the world of business. Starting from day one you will have an opportunity to learn about business innovation and collaboration and fundamental business practices. In “Management 100: Individual in a Managerial Environment,” you will learn to think critically about business’s role in society and the world and about the individual as an employee, customer, and manager of a business firm. “Management 150A: Foundations of Business,” will allow you to flex your entrepreneurial muscles by creating a consumer product idea. Your team’s product and strategy will develop over the course of the semester as you learn about each major business function. The Olin Business School fosters a collaborative atmosphere amongst peers. We provide occasions to engage with Olin administration and faculty members. There are more than 25 Olin Business School groups and organizations to get involved in and ample opportunities to hear from and interact with alumni and business leaders. All these things create a rigorous and supportive undergraduate experience. We are excited to welcome you to Washington University in St. Louis and the Olin family!

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SAM FOX SCHOOL OF DESIGN & VISUAL ARTS We’re glad you’ve decided to join our diverse community of architects, artists, and designers at the Sam Fox School.

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As an architecture student, your first year will be centered on a foundation studio in design — you’ll even get the chance to design a small building. In addition, you’ll take a drawing class with art students and a lecture course taught by our deans. And you will begin to explore your interests beyond architecture by taking classes in Arts & Sciences. Art students will begin to build awareness, competence, and confidence through studio experiences in 2-D and 3-D design. Like the architecture students, you will take a drawing class and a lecture course taught by our deans, and take classes in other academic areas. For all Sam Fox School students, the first year is a time to explore a number of activities. You can join one of the student councils for art or architecture or participate in the WashU chapter of a professional organization like AIGA, AIA, or NOMAS. Take advantage of a free student membership at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum. Join the Kemper Student Council and attend special student-focused events, exhibition openings, and gallery talks. The Museum also hosts film series and Friday evening concerts throughout the year. Your first year at the Sam Fox School will be exciting, challenging, and rewarding, and you’ll have the support of your faculty, advisors, and fellow classmates to help make it all happen.

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New students in the School of Engineering & Applied Science can be “hands on” right from the start. While we know that you will likely have a challenging set of classes first semester, there are still many opportunities to balance the course load with exciting and stimulating activities. The National Society of Black Engineers and Society of Women Engineers host social and mentorship events. Engineers without Borders, Engineering World Health, and the WU Racing Team develop leadership ability by putting building skills to good use. EnCouncil, the student council of the School of Engineering, supports students as a liaison to faculty and administration and hosts School– and University-wide events. Invention and entrepreneurship programs are another way to get involved quickly in practical learning. The School of Engineering sponsors a Discovery Competition that nurtures prototype development and awards $25,000 to winning teams. First-year students are serious contenders every year. The school’s atmosphere is active and collaborative. This collective spirit begins student-to-student and extends to relationship-building with faculty and staff. A two-tier advising system with an Engineering Student Services four-year advisor and a faculty advisor in your major support your experience from arrival to graduation and beyond.

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SAM FOX SCHOOL OF DESIGN & VISUAL ARTS CARMON COLANGELO B.F.A. University of Windsor M.F.A. Louisiana State University How could a student make the most of their time at WashU? It’s simple. Pursue your passion.

AARON BOBICK B.S. & Ph.D. Massachusetts Institute of Technology How can you make the most out of your first year at WashU? Start to become the person you want to be, which might not be the one who left home.

MEET THE DEANS At Washington University, deans of the various schools and colleges serve as the leaders of their respective programs. You’ll meet the dean unique to your school (and quite possibly the deans of other schools) during Bear Beginnings. Each school and college has several assistant and associate deans, as well. Their responsibilities vary, but they often oversee specific programs and initiatives for students or serve as academic advisors.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY At Washington University, academic integrity is strongly valued. Effective learning, teaching, and research all depend upon the ability of members of the academic community to trust one another and to trust the integrity of work that is submitted in classes for academic credit or conducted in the wider arena of scholarly research. When such an atmosphere of mutual trust exists, the free exchange of ideas is fostered, and all members of the community are able to work to achieve their highest potential. 50

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COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES JENNIFER SMITH A.B. Harvard College Sc.M. University of Pennsylvania Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania How can you make the most of your first year at WashU? Explore! Socially and academically. You don’t yet know the limits of your interests and abilities. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & APPLIED SCIENCE

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES BARBARA A. SCHAAL B.S. University of Illinois, Chicago M.Phil. Yale University Ph.D. Yale University What do you remember most about your first year in school? A general chemistry lab experiment gone awry that resulted in a (small) fire.

MARK TAYLOR B.A. Oxford University M.A. Oxford University M.A. Liverpool University M.Sc. Birkbeck College, University of London M.B.A. London University Ph.D. Birkbeck College, University of London Olin Business School looks forward to welcoming Dean Taylor on December 1st, 2016.

In all academic work, it is important that the ideas and contributions of others be appropriately acknowledged, and that work that is presented as original is in fact original. Ensuring the honesty and fairness of the intellectual environment at Washington University is a responsibility that is shared by faculty, students, and administrative staff.

Were you aware that these actions constitute a breach of academic integrity? »» Placing false information on your résumé »» Unauthorized collaboration on course assignments »» Copying items from the Internet without proper citations or rephrasing published or unpublished material without providing proper citation »» Changing data in your lab notebook »» Accessing back files or examinations without express permission from the professor

The expectations of Washington University may be different from your high school or previous institution and it is not uncommon for new students to feel stressed or overwhelmed at some point during their first year. It is often in these situations that students violate the principles of academic integrity. The university takes the academic integrity policy very seriously. All violations will be reported on your graduate and professional school applications. To help avoid and manage the stress that may lead a student to violate these principles, many academic resources are available.

THE OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF OFFENSE Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, fabrication of data or records, unauthorized collaboration on assignments, misrepresentations of student status, and résumé falsification, or otherwise violating the Academic Integrity Policy. Knowingly making false allegations of academic misconduct against any student will itself be considered a form of academic misconduct. It’s a good policy to always ask your professors for clarification on their specific expectations before submitting any course work. It is always better to ask for an extension or simply turn in a late assignment rather than violate the Academic Integrity Policy. If you are confused about methods of citation or research techniques, check out the many resources listed in this book. There is always someone you can turn to for help.

ACADEMIC ADVISING ROLE OF THE ACADEMIC ADVISOR Washington University is committed to providing students with the assistance and support needed to achieve their academic goals. As part of that commitment, WashU provides each student with an academic advisor. Your academic division will match you with an advisor who will help you plan a successful course of study, navigate course listings, and assist you with choosing classes that correspond with your interests. Advisors meet with students each semester, or more if desired, to discuss academic, personal, and career goals.

An academic advisor can... »» Work with you on the broad issues of academic planning. »» Help you sort through the options to build a successful academic plan. »» Advise you on semester-by-semester details of course selection. »» Explain general academic requirements. »» Suggest courses that meet your needs and suit your interests. »» Let you know about special opportunities

such as study abroad, undergraduate research, and Career Center events. »» Connect you with additional resources across campus, including academic support and involvement beyond the classroom. »» Monitor progress towards the degree.

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SUCCEEDING IN THE CLASSROOM Welcome to campus, Class of 2020! You are about to embark on your first semester here, and we are so excited for you! Here are some tips for finding your footing as a student in a college classroom! BE PREPARED AND STAY ORGANIZED In the first week, you should get a syllabus from each one of your professors. These syllabi will give you an idea of what will be expected of you for the coming semester. Cramming for a test is never the ideal way to prepare, and almost never yields your best performance. What I found super helpful was to sit down with all of my syllabi, grab my calendar and planner, and fill in all the dates when there was a test, quiz, or paper due in any of my classes. This allowed me to see my semester laid out. At the start of the semester, I was aware when I would have busy weeks way ahead of time so I could plan accordingly. GET TO KNOW YOUR PROFESSORS

KIERSTEN WEST Olin Business School, Class of 2018

You will find the faculty here to be incredibly talented and unbelievably friendly. If you have questions on the material, going to your professor is a wonderful option. Every professor on the campus holds office hours for students each week. If the office hours of your professor conflict with your schedule, reach out to your professor after class or in an email suggesting an alternate time. I’ve always found my professors are willing to help. I remember going into my professor’s office hours quite often when taking Calculus II in the fall of my first year. Not only did going in to see my professor help answer my questions, but through talking with my professor about his research, I became more invested in the subject. Even if you don’t have questions, feel free to reach out to your professors anyway. Many of them have great stories or experiences they are more than willing to share. SEEK OUT RESOURCES AND ASK FOR HELP Know that if you are struggling, you’re not alone. It is okay to ask for help, and at Washington University, your professors are far from your only resource. Most firstyear courses and general requirements also have teaching assistants you can reach out to. Tutors for calculus, physics, and chemistry courses can be found in your own residence hall. Known as Residential Peer Mentors, they are students who excelled in these subjects and have dedicated time in their schedules to answer your questions and help you better understand the material. Cornerstone, WashU’s learning center, is located on the South 40, where all first year students reside. Here you will find walk-in hours for calculus, physics, and chemistry, as well as a writing help desk, one-on-one tutors, and group tutors for other courses. The individual academic divisions also offer their own resources to students, so be sure to explore what your school has to offer. TAKE “YOU” TIME Eat. Sleep. Exercise. College is a marathon and not a sprint. I cannot stress enough how important self-care is. It is essential that while you are putting time into your studies that you also put time into yourself and your well-being. Academics are highly stressed at the university level, but keep in mind there is so much more to experience while you are here. Have a good time! Get involved in extracurricular activities you care about and make time for lunch with friends. St. Louis has so much fun and great food to offer, so don’t forget to discover it. The Delmar Loop, full of trendy shops and delicious restaurants, is only a short walk from campus and your U-Pass can take you many other exciting places.

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CONTEMPLATING YOUR MAJOR? Being undecided may be your best decision. When I was a junior in high school, I really thought I had it all figured out. I had taken AP Biology and had decided to take Anatomy senior year. Once I decided to attend WashU, I thought I was going down the pre-health track, probably with a science major. No one in my family was a physician and I thought for sure I would be the first.

JANE ZANKMAN College of Arts & Sciences, Class of 2018

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After speaking with my academic advisor, I realized my interests were a little more widespread than I initially anticipated. He encouraged me to take a chance and try out a few classes out of my comfort zone. So off I went to take not only Med Prep and Writing 1, but also American History, FOCUS Ireland, and Intro to Human Evolution. Throughout the semester, these classes reminded me how much I enjoyed writing and history, and I continued to appreciate the sciences. Having the freedom to pick courses in which I was passionate gave me freedom. I wasn’t trying to take classes to just “fill a requirement,” I was exploring topics and interests that I loved. In addition to enjoying my course work, early in my first year, I applied for and was accepted as a member of the Emergency Support Team. This position allowed me to interact in the medical field first hand, providing me with lifelong skills. I took an EMT course and participate in ride-along throughout my second semester. These experiences solidified that I wanted to make an impact on my community whether it here at WashU or out in the world in four years. For a while, I did not even think about my major, I was just reveling in all of the amazing moments I was having my first year. One class that drew me in was Intro to Linguistics. After the first day, I couldn’t get enough of it; I felt excited again and wanted to continue to learn more. Pretty early on in that course, I started considering a major in Linguistics, and by the end of the semester, I had declared. In addition, I now have a minor in Speech and Hearing Sciences, and hopefully another in Educational Studies. I never imagined I would end up with these incredible experiences, and I could not be happier. Now I have realized I didn’t need to major in a hard science to do what I loved. I am now on a path that is best for me and that I am truly happy with my decision. So go out and try something new and different, even if it is just one course or student organization. You never know, you might find something that you never knew you could have so much passion for.

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LETTER FROM A FACULTY MEMBER BRIAN D. CARPENTER, PH.D. Associate Professor, Psychology Department Former Faculty Fellow, Eliot Residential College Professor Snape, Professor Xavier, Professor Farnsworth — are these the only professors you’ve known? If so, we’ve got a surprise for you when you arrive on the WashU campus. We don’t wear capes. We can’t read your minds. Our careers are not focused on creating doomsday devices and atomic supermen. Instead, what you’re going to find is a group of bright, energetic scholars ready to share their enthusiasm for learning about the world. Still, you may have questions about who these professors are and what they actually do. What is the life of a WashU professor really like, and how will you interact with them?

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25-39 Students As professors on the WashU campus, we have multifaceted jobs. 9% First, we’re all researchers discovering new things and adding 40-64 Students to the knowledge in our respective disciplines. Faculty conduct 8% groundbreaking research in every school on campus, on such 65-100 Students 3% diverse topics as gamma-rays emanating from quasars, the politics of natural resources, nanoparticles designed to deliver medications, 3% Over 100 Students interventions to reduce obesity in pregnant women, the impact of the occult sciences on the fine arts, the genetics of breast cancer, the psychology of negotiations, and more. The faculty brings in millions of dollars in grants every year to support that research, and we mentor graduate students who are pursuing advanced study in a particular area. We’re also eager to get undergraduates involved in research too. You’ll find opportunities throughout the university to collaborate with professors on their research, work side by side with the faculty in developing and executing research, and maybe even design your own research project. The second major role of a professor is, well, to “profess,” to teach. We spend many hours preparing lectures, planning discussions, choosing books and articles and films and music to share with you, and figuring out how to present it all in a way that will test you intellectually, stretch your mind, and prepare you for an ever more complicated world. Just as our research is diverse in its focus, so too is our teaching. With just a brief glance at the course catalog, you’ll see the faculty have prepared compelling classes that touch a large universe of topics. Here’s a sampling: The Archaeology of Climate Change, The Century of Picasso, Organometallic Chemistry, Fundamentals of Jazz Dance, Buddhist Traditions, Banned Books, Methods of Theoretical Physics, Global Justice, The Quest for Racial Reconciliation, Population Ecology, and more. Four years may seem like a long time to spend in college, but it’s not going to be nearly long enough for you to take all the classes you’ll want to take. You’re going to learn from world-class leaders in their field, professors who have thought long and hard about how to teach and what to teach. The third major role we play on campus is to help run the place. Professors serve on committees, boards, panels, and other groups that help shape what your college experience will be like and what it must evolve into for the students who will follow you. We take great pride in this place, and we work hard to make it even better. So that’s what professors do on campus. But you may be surprised to learn that we have very rich lives beyond the classroom and lab, just as you will. The professor who leads your discussion in the afternoon about political theory sits down at night to revel in classic British television comedies. The professor who lectures about the neuroscience of film just spent last weekend bicycling across Missouri. The professor who taught your class on graphic novels heads out to hear jazz whenever she can in the evenings. Yes, we’re all accomplished scholars, but we’re also parents, golfers, painters, gardeners, cooks, occasional nappers, chocolate lovers, bird watchers, swimmers, daydreamers, and more. We’re people who want to get to know you in the classroom and want to get to know you beyond the classroom. And it’s OK to get to know us too. So visit your professors during office hours. Talk with us in and after class. Say hello when you pass us on the sidewalk. We’re a big community of people who love ideas and love to learn, and we’re eager for you to join us. See you soon on campus!

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ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES COMBINED STUDIES Are you in the Olin Business School but want to unleash your inner artist? Are you in the Engineering School but think you have a knack for business? Well, good thing you are at Washington University. Despite having four separate undergraduate schools, WashU does not limit students to just one area of study. Each of the four schools has different course requirements for its degree; however, these requirements do have room for you get an additional major/minor, or even a dual degree. In fact, it is not uncommon to meet a Washington University student with a double major and/or minor.

Definitions MAJOR: n. also used as a v. — your main area of study; credit requirements vary from school to school and department to department. Your major, or majors if you pursue more than one, will be acknowledged on your official transcript. The second major does not need to be from the same school. Example: Taylor is double majoring in biology and accounting.

MINOR: n. also used as a v. — your second area of study; requires fewer credit hours than a major but you still get to explore that field. Your minor, or minors if you pursue more than one, will also be acknowledged on your official transcript. Your minor does not need to be from your main school. Example: Jordan is majoring in biology and minoring in painting.

DUAL DEGREE: adj. also used as a n. — a student wishing to receive two degrees must complete the degree requirements for both degrees. Check with the schools for requirements. Example: Alex is a dual degree (student) in the Olin Business School and College of Arts & Sciences. Students wishing to pursue multiple undergraduate degrees may discuss this option with their advisors during Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation

If you desire to pursue a combined studies curriculum, you should: »» Attend the combined studies program on Saturday during Bear Beginnings »» Speak with the school(s) and/or department(s) that interest you »» Seek guidance from your academic advisor, who is extremely knowledgeable about his or her school’s program

PRE-PROFESSIONAL ADVISING Thinking about a future in the health professions?

Students who are interested in a future in the health professions should email Liz Heidger, prehealth@wustl.edu, with any questions and to get on the prehealth mailing list.

Many students at Washington University show a strong interest in dentistry, health care administration, medicine, MD/PhD, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and public health, just to name a few. Students interested in pre-health should discuss these interests with their academic advisors. Pre-health students will take a course load rich in the natural sciences. Requirements will vary by the students’ intended professional school. The Pre-Health Team stresses the importance of reviewing all information sent to you via the listserv, in the Pre-Health Handbook, and on the Pre-Health website, prehealth.wustl.edu.

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Are you considering law school? Law is a diverse field, offering opportunities in a wide variety of civil and criminal practice areas to those who choose this profession. If you believe law school may be in your future, use this first year to investigate possibilities for your major, recognizing that law schools do not favor any particular field over another. What’s important is to find an academic discipline you enjoy and can do well in, as grades are an important factor in law school admission. Over the next four years, take classes that will hone your communication skills (oral and written) and require you to critically analyze complex materials, as those are skills you will need as a lawyer. Sign up for the pre-law mailing list by responding to the email that will be sent to all first-year students in August. Throughout the academic year, you will then receive weekly bulletins of events of interest to the pre-law community. First-year students should also plan to attend the Pre-Law Information Session held early in the fall semester where they will meet the pre-law advisors and get answers to some FAQs about preparing for law school. Information sessions are also offered each year for sophomores, juniors, and seniors. The weekly bulletin will alert you to those sessions.

For more information about prelaw, to sign up for the listserv, and for a listing of advisors please visit college.artsci.wustl.edu/pre_law.

Pre-law advising is available for all students who are thinking about pursuing a law degree. You may meet with a pre-law advisor to talk about your plans for law school, but individual appointments are generally not necessary until junior or senior year.

STUDY ABROAD Understanding other cultures, languages, and countries is important, whether you’re an environmental engineer, artist, architect, accountant, or historian. Washington University offers many ways to incorporate international study into your undergraduate program. Each undergraduate school has developed an array of highquality study abroad opportunities that enhance the strengths of our undergraduate programs. We offer a variety of full-year, semester, and summer programs that allow you to earn credit toward your major or minor while studying abroad. Each year, WashU undergraduates study in more than 50 different countries. These include Milan, Italy; Florence, Italy; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Shanghai, China; Santiago, Chile; Tübingen, Germany; London, England; Herzliya, Israel; Sydney, Australia; Cape Town, South Africa; Mumbai, India.

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GETTING A “B” Doing well in high school was pretty easy. It’s not that it took no effort, but I knew exactly how much work I needed to put in to get the grades I wanted. If I went to class, paid attention and did some reviewing the night before an exam, everything turned out fine. I figured WashU was going to be harder than high school had been, but that my AP classes had given me some idea of what to expect. When I thought about what made me nervous about going to college, I spent way more time worrying about making friends and not getting lost around campus than I ever did about doing well in my classes.

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I felt ready to take on my first lecture class by the time Bear Beginnings ended. I kept up with textbook readings, wrote out a study guide for each chapter and did every practice problem I could get my hands on. I wasn’t totally confident in the course material by the time the first test rolled around, but I had done more work for this class than I ever had for one in high school. My study methods had always worked for me before, so I thought just doing more of the same would work in college too. I walked into my first exam feeling nervous, but as though there was nothing more I could have done to prepare. However when I finally opened the exam, it felt like my whole mind was blank. By the time I handed in my test to the TA, I felt so dejected. How could I have worked so hard and still not felt confident in my answers? I felt even worse when I finally got my score back. When I talked to my parents about it, they told me my actual grade wasn’t as important as long as I had tried my hardest. That wasn’t good enough for me. I still wanted to know what had gone wrong so I decided to talk with my professor about it. Her suggestions about what other students who had struggled had done to do better were super helpful. She recommended things like going to office hours and creating study groups. Although I still had difficulties with the class and didn’t end up doing as well as high school me would have hoped, I did make steady improvements. Ultimately, I am really proud of my B because it represents a lot more hard work than any of the easy A’s I got in high school. Getting a B has taught me one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned so far in college: although grades are certainly important, they aren’t the end all, be all. College is really different from high school, and the study techniques I used previously aren’t always going to work as well. Thankfully WashU has plenty to offer in terms of academic resources and there are tons of people on campus, like WUSAs and RAs, who are there to help students find what works best for them.

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ACADEMIC RESOURCES CAREER CENTER Whether you are a first-year or a transfer student, the Washington University Career Center is here to help you. The Career Center offers a variety of services and resources to help you find an internship, engineering co-op, or full-time job; connect with employers and alumni; and prepare for graduate or professional school. The Career Center is open to all undergraduate students. No matter what the future looks like, the Career Center believes that one-on-one career advising is a critical component to your success. Meet with a Career Advisor early to develop your individualized plan. We can also help you find meaningful summer experiences — as early as your first year — to test potential career options. To schedule an appointment with an advisor, call or stop by our main office. Throughout the year, the Career Center offers career fairs, industry-specific events, workshops, networking events in cities around the country, and Road Shows to help you learn about different jobs and make connections. In addition, first-year students have an opportunity to meet with Career Advisors in the spring during FRESHstart. This fun program allows students to hear about opportunities and resources available at the Career Center. Plus, it will give you a head start on planning for your summer. Lastly, all undergraduate students have access to CAREERlink, an interactive database of jobs, information sessions, and upcoming events. CAREERlink provides students with an opportunity to connect with employers, apply for on-campus interviews, and sign up for events, workshops, and information sessions.

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CORNERSTONE: THE LE ARNING CENTER Be sure to check out Cornerstone: The Learning Center. Located on the first floor of Gregg House on the South 40, Cornerstone is the hub of academic support at Washington University. Services include peer mentors — students recommended by faculty because of their expertise and training — flexible study space, advising, writing assistance, study skills workshops, and many other useful academic resources. Specific programs – including Peer Led Team Learning (PLTL), Help Desks, and Summer/January Intensive Programs — are designed to help improve student understanding of materials in any subject. In addition, Cornerstone conducts graduate and professional exam prep courses (including the MCAT and LSAT). Cornerstone also administers TRiO, a federally-funded program that offers advising, leadership development, financial assistance, and other support to students who are low-income, the first in their family to go to college, and/or have a documented disability. Finally, Cornerstone includes Disability Resources (see the next page for more information) for students with disabilities or suspected disabilities. Every year, Cornerstone interacts with more than 2,000 students, making it one of the most highly utilized services on campus. Whether you want an intensive preparation for organic chemistry, or are just looking for some quick advising, Cornerstone can be an 58

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invaluable part of your academic life. Come in to meet your goals for academic success!

DISABILIT Y RESOURCES Disability Resources (DR), located in Cornerstone: The Learning Center, provides resources for students with disabilities and suspected disabilities. It is important for incoming students and their families to know that the laws governing disability status eligibility differ between high school and college. To be eligible in college, students must have an impairment that substantially limits them in a major life activity in comparison to most people. DR helps students determine whether they are eligible for accommodations. DR is the official resource for students with learning, attention, visual, hearing, psychiatric, mobility, or medical disorders. Students can visit the DR website, disability. wustl.edu, to review the requirements for documenting their disability and requesting accommodations. Students should submit their documentation well before course registration to be sure there is no delay in getting accommodations once classes begin. Accommodations are determined on a caseby-case basis.

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At Washington University, you will find a plethora of resources for research papers, class projects, preparing for volunteer activities, or a fun read. You will also find friendly staff that are eager to help. Washington University’s main library, Olin Library, and the 11 school and departmental libraries, offer extensive collections of books, e-books, journal articles (accessible through our extensive list of journal databases), CDs, LPs, DVDs, microforms, maps, printed music, and other unique resources available in our Special Collections. Many of the library’s resources are available to students any place, anytime. Subject Librarians and staff at each of the libraries’ Help Desks are happy to provide you with personalized service. You can enjoy peace and quiet in one of the many areas throughout Olin Library with padded chairs and desks or tables. If you need to write a paper or put together a presentation, the Arc, a hightech center, has computers, scanners, and AV equipment for you. In addition, Olin Library houses group study rooms that are a great place for a group of students to work on projects or study with friends. Olin group study rooms can be reserved online. In addition, the other campus libraries also offer attractive places to study. Can’t find a needed item in the library’s collections? The Washington University Libraries have ILIAD and MOBIUS accounts that allow you to borrow materials from other libraries across the country. Do you need a vast and efficient search? The libraries’ new search tool, Primo, provides one-stop access to the libraries’ collections by searching across hundreds of catalogs, indexes, and databases. Another useful resource, ARES, allows students to access electronic course reserves materials such as articles and book chapters. Library staff are available to help you use these and many other resources. During Bear Beginnings, you can take a tour of Olin Library or attend a brief presentation that shows you how to use the library’s resources effectively. You can also visit the departmental and school libraries. See the libraries’ WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

website for brief tutorials on resources, research strategies, a map of all the campus libraries and their hours, and much more. There is always a comfortable, welcoming space for you at the Washington University Libraries.

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OFFICE OF UNDERGR ADUATE RESE ARCH Research is the systematic gathering of information to help you answer a question or solve a problem. Research is going on right now all over the university and all over the world in libraries and laboratories, in rainforests and hospitals, and in courtrooms and archaeological sites. Undergraduate students who want to build a relationship with faculty, develop creativity and problem-solving skills, and eventually contribute new knowledge to the world are encouraged to participate in research at Washington University. The key to getting started in research is finding a subject you are passionate about and making connections with faculty who share that interest. Get to know professors, teaching assistants, and upperclass students in your classes or department; talk to them about their research. Take advantage of whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on around you. Every week the University hosts lectures, workshops, and colloquia that are open to undergraduates. You never know what topic might spark your interest! When you have identified your intellectual spark, Washington University has resources to help you take the next step. The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) supports the larger mission of the university to advance and protect the process of inquiry by facilitating and promoting faculty-mentored undergraduate research experiences in all schools and all disciplines. As a firstyear student, the Office of Undergraduate Research encourages you to learn more about research in different academic disciplines 60

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Library Map Key 1 Olin Library 2 Chemistry (Louderman Hall) 3 Law (Anheuser-Busch Hall) 4 Business (Simon Hall) 5 Music (Gaylord Hall) 6 East Asian (January Hall) 7 Social Work (Brown Hall) 8 Art & Architecture (Kemper Art Museum) 9 Earth & Planetary Sciences (Rudolph Hall) 10 Physics (Compton Hall)

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and think about strategies for developing a research topic. Click “Getting Started” on the OUR homepage (ur.wustl.edu) and read about Identifying Your Area of Interest and Finding a Mentor. The most fulfilling and sustainable projects are ones that emerge from insatiable curiosity. We are here to help guide you on your path.

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WASHINGTON UNIVERSIT Y STUDENT ASSOCIATES (WUSAs) WUSAs are upperclass students who work through the First Year Center and will be able to help you understand important academic policies, procedures, and deadlines and assist you with your transition into the University. There are two WUSAs assigned to each first-year floor and WUSAs who work with exchange and transfer students. These fun and amazing students will guide you through Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation and then throughout the rest of your first year. They’re here to help you with anything and everything!

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The Writing Center, a free service, offers writing advice to all Washington University students. Tutors will read and discuss any kind of work in progress, including student papers, senior theses, graduate school application essays, and oral presentations. The average tutorial session lasts one hour. The Writing Center staff is trained to help you at any stage of the writing process, including brainstorming, developing and clarifying an argument, organizing evidence, and improving style. Rather than editing or proofreading, the tutors will emphasize the process of revision and teach you how to edit your own papers. Students are seen primarily by appointment, although walkins will be accommodated as the schedule allows. To make an appointment, students should go online to writingcenter.wustl. edu.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FACULTY In my first semester at WashU, I took a seminar called “The Color of Modern Life.” It was an Art History class that was all about color, and I was excited to take it. The only problem was that I had zero prior knowledge of art history, and didn’t know where to start when writing about a painting. I felt nervous approaching my professor to ask for help on my first paper, but I could not have made a better decision. We discussed the painting and artist I was writing about, which helped me to see how I could organize my thoughts into a compelling paper. Throughout the semester, I continued to speak to my professor after class and in office hours about all aspects of writing, or even simply about art that I found interesting. Speaking to my professor gave me useful insights and confidence in a new academic discipline that I have continued to enjoy exploring. My story is not unique. Professors at WashU love to see interested students and want to help them thrive academically. They are happy to have students come to their office hours, where they offer guidance in classes and will talk more broadly about their academic fields. Professors can connect you to interesting classes and research opportunities, and will write letters of recommendation for students they know well. Even outside of office hours and the classroom, there are plenty opportunities to get to know professors. At Lunch by the Dozen, coordinated by the First Year Center for large classes of mostly first-year students, you and eleven other students eat lunch with your professor. These lunches help your instructors get to know you more individually and can make you more comfortable when you need to approach them with a question. This can be a great way make a large lecture class become more personal. Your Faculty Associate (FA) is another professor you will have the opportunity to get to know on a personal level. Each floor has an FA, who conducts programs year-round that can range from a make-your-own-pizza night at their home to a paper editing session. FAs are committed to helping you in your first year at WashU in academics and beyond. Throughout your time at WashU, you will also be connected to a number of advisors. You will have an advisor upon your arrival at WashU, who will assist with general academic goals. You also receive an advisor when you declare a major or minor, and these professors are knowledgeable about their academic disciplines and opportunities in their fields. If you become involved in research or student groups, you’ll have other faculty advisors who are committed to helping you. It may seem daunting to approach a professor in a new academic environment, but getting to know faculty can be rewarding in so many ways. They are happy to offer help in courses, and are extremely knowledgeable and interested in their fields. Speaking to them can open windows in coursework and research that you may never have imagined, so do not hesitate to reach out to them as soon as you arrive at WashU. In the fall, be sure to watch for emails from the First Year Center about Lunch by the Dozen opportunities. 62

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LIVING ON CAMPUS One of the most important aspects of your first year at Washington University is the residential community you will join. The variety of living environments in our residential colleges will make it easy for you to live comfortably, study hard, and build friendships that will last throughout your college career and your lifetime. As a member of the residential college community, you’ll form close bonds with others and become involved in numerous activities and organizations. You will be encouraged and supported in your intellectual development and form relationships with others — students, faculty, and staff.

RESIDENTIAL LIVING AS A NEW STUDENT Washington University’s residential areas include 10 residential colleges on the part of campus we call the South 40, located at the southwest end of the Danforth Campus. One, two, or three separate houses comprise each residential college, which forms a single community. Our residential colleges have social lounges, study rooms, personal computing labs, and recreation rooms. As you become more familiar with your residential college, you will find a dedicated group of people willing and able to help with your questions. Resident Advisors (RAs) are highly trained upperclass students who live in the residence houses and act as leaders, confidants, resources, and friends to their peers. In addition, each college has a Residential College Director (RCD), a professional staff member who manages the day-to-day operations. The RCD works with the RAs and interacts with students in the colleges. Each college also has its own dedicated housekeeping and maintenance personnel. 66

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SECTION CONTENTS »» Residential Living as a New Student »» The South Forty »» Residential Colleges »» Residence House Room Details »» Faculty & Your Living Experience »» Receiving Mail Houses vs. Halls: Breaking Down WashU’s Repetitive Naming System »» Roommate Relations »» Dining on Campus »» Home Plate »» Safety »» WashU Nightlife »» A Healthy First Year »» Sustainability »» Finances »» Technology on Campus »» University Stores

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The South 40 is a great place to begin your experience at Washington University and to meet people and get involved. All first-year students are required to reside on campus. Living on campus is so much more than sleeping and studying. The South 40 is like a small town with its own fitness center, dining facilities, technology center, meeting rooms, intramural fields, basketball and sand volleyball courts, recreation and game rooms, and music practice rooms. In addition, you will find the following services Continues on page 69.

THE SOUTH 40

Umrath/South Forty Residential College

Wayman Crow Residential College

Liggett/Koenig Residential College

Robert S. Brookings Residential College

Lee/Beaumont Residential College

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Shanedling, Dauten, and Rutledge (JKL) Residential College

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Brinner (Breakfast for Dinner), Scorch on the Porch Grill-Out, Brookings Week, Making the Grade, Brookings to the Fox, Brookies Nights

2004

175 First-year Students 310 Total

Modern

Crow Cakes, Bar-B-Crow, Sundaes on Sunday, WayCrow Bonfires, and Nathan Dardick Visits

Thomas H. Eliot Eliot and Eliot B Houses

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150 First-year Students 310 Total

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Gator Welcome Week, Weekly Sunday Snack, Family-Style Meal with Faculty Family, Eliot Lawn Games, Eliot Spirit Week, Eliot Soup Night

HIG Hitzeman, Hurd, and Myers Houses

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Traditional Alphabet Bowl Flag Football Game against JKL , HIGriddle, HIGfest, & HIGapalooza

JKL Shanedling, Dauten, and Rutledge Halls

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Traditional Alphabet Bowl Flag Football Game against HIG, BBQs in the Plaza, Ping Pong Dominance, LateNight Study Breaks, JKLephant Ears, Residential College Dinners, Brunch with FAs

Lee/Beaumont Lee and Beaumont Houses

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285 First-year Students 300 Total

Traditional BLeeBQ, Lee/Beau Cocoa, Lee/ Beau Love Week, Concrete Wall Appreciation Day, Heads Above the Rest

Liggett/Koenig Liggett and Koenig Houses

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150 First-year Students 260 Total

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WeLKome Week, miLK & Cookies with Faculty, Fabulous Fox Theatre trips, Faculty Fellow Brunches

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Tye Dye - 1st Day!, Pirate Week, Mudd Matters, Annual Park Mudd Regatta, “Move Ya Body” Health and Wellness initiative, Dinner Derby, Open Mic Night, Earth Day Camping Trip

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located on the South 40: Bear Necessities, a gift shop; Paws & Go, a convenience store; the mailroom; and several student-run businesses.

RESIDENCE HOUSE ROOM DETAILS Average room sizes: »» Single 8.5’ x 11.5’ »» Double 11.5’ x 14’ »» Triple 11.5’ x 16.5’ Please note that each room will vary slightly and these are estimates. Floor plans for every building can be found online at reslife.wustl.edu

All rooms include the following for each resident: »» Bed and mattress (extra long twin, 36” x 80”) »» Desk and chair »» Dresser and closet space »» Central air conditioning »» Small recycling bin Rooms may also have: »» Mini-blinds »» Adjustable height beds (allowing for more storage space) »» Carpeting

RECEIVING MAIL Each student living on campus is assigned a campus mailbox. South 40 residents will find their mailboxes on the ground floor of Hitzeman Hall. If you live on the North Side, your mailbox is on the ground floor of Village House. Information about your mailbox can be found in the Residential Life section of WebSTAC. Wondering what your address is? See page 25.

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Residential college capacity numbers on page 68 are approximate.

As a Washington University student, you will have the opportunity to interact with faculty members in your Residential Colleges, outside of the formal classroom setting, through the Faculty Associates and Faculty Fellows Program. Faculty Associates are faculty members who collaborate with Resident Advisors to plan exciting programs for a floor of first-year students. Faculty Fellows live in Residential Colleges, and you can visit their families and sometimes even pets in your residence hall. This program engenders a strong sense of community and encourages a positive social, cultural, and intellectual atmosphere within a given College. Faculty Associates and Fellows plan engaging and meaningful programs in the comfortable environment of your Residential College. The Faculty Associate/Fellows Program will help you get to know faculty members and help them get to know you outside of classes. It intentionally provides more contact between students and faculty members, increases your understanding of faculty roles, provides you with role models and academic resources, WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

and enhances the intellectual environment of your Washington University Residential College community. Sample programs you can participate in with Faculty Fellows and Associates include floor trips to the zoo, home-cooked meals at the Faculty Fellow or Faculty Associate’s home, pumpkin-carving parties, informative panels on how to navigate college and communicate effectively with faculty, excursions to see a theater or musical performance downtown, ice skating in Forest Park, canoe trips, and a variety of other programs and experiences. Several of the Faculty Associates and Fellows often bring their children and/or pets to the Residential Colleges, which allows you to get to know faculty members and their families in an informal, homelike environment. This program will greatly enhance your Residential Life experience.

DINING ON CAMPUS ME AL PL ANS All meals and food items bought on campus may be paid for with your meal plan that you purchase at the beginning of each semester. Your points are accessed through your WashU ID card — all you have to do is swipe your card and the designated points for the food you buy will be deducted. The meal plans at Washington University operate on a “declining balance” program, which offers you flexibility in your spending options. Points may be used at WU Dining Services locations on main campus, on the South 40, in the Village, and for food and beverage purchases in Paws & Go or Millbrook Market, the two convenience stores on campus. Your points are awarded on a semester basis, and unused points expire at the end of the academic year. In the event that you exhaust your meal plan, you can purchase your meals using the (optional) Bear Bucks account. Meal purchases remain tax-exempt when using Bear Bucks. Here is the breakdown of the meal plans that you can opt for in 2016-2017: Plan Name Points Cost Platinum 4,858 $6,231 Gold 4,355 $5,729 Silver 3,551 $4,926 Bronze 2,750 $4,124 Apartment 1,261 $1,856 Off-campus 744 $1,147 To help you decide which plan is best for you, review the following descriptions of the main plans: Platinum Plan This plan is designed for only those involved in intramurals, club sports, or other high intensity activity.

Gold Plan This plan is designed for the individual that requires more calories due to a very active lifestyle. If this describes you, then the Gold Plan is for you.

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Important Notes »» First-year students must have a Gold or Silver meal plan during the academic year. »» Upperclass, transfer, and commuter students can choose any meal plan. »» Residents of the Millbrook Square or Village East apartments must have the On-Campus Apartment plan or larger. »» The Off-Campus meal plan is available to students living in offcampus Residential Life housing or commuting to campus.

HOUSES VS. HALLS: BREAKING DOWN WASHU’S REPETITIVE NAMING SYSTEM Imagine this: It’s the first day of classes and you finally feel like a real WashU student. You leave your room in search of your classes with a campus map and your WebSTAC schedule clutched tightly in hand. Already late, you pray that there is at least one upperclass student around who can tell you how to get to Lopata. Unfortunately, the first lesson you learn as a WashU student is that not only do most of the campus buildings look the same, but some apparently share the same name as well. To avoid confusion, here is a list of the places on campus that have similar names and a description of the traits that distinguish them.

Danforth Campus The Danforth Campus includes main campus (academic buildings), the South 40, and the North Side residential area. Since undergraduates spend most of their time on the Danforth Campus, students don’t really use “Danforth” to refer to WashU’s main campus. Danforth House Danforth House on the South 40 is one of the first-year residence houses. This is usually what students are referring to when they say “Danforth.” Danforth University Center The Danforth University Center, usually referred to as the DUC (pronounced “duck”), is home to dining areas, lounges, meeting rooms, and offices for several student services. Bauer Hall One of the newest additions to the Olin Business School, located across from the Danforth University Center. Brauer Hall One of the newest additions to the School of Engineering, located near Skinker and Forest Park Parkway. Urbauer Hall Urbauer is another building in the School of Engineering and hosts the Department of Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering. Brookings Hall The big castle-like structure on the east side of campus. It serves as an administration building for the University, housing the offices of the Chancellor, Student Financial Services, Undergraduate Admissions, and more. When people say the word “Brookings” by itself, they generally mean this location. Brookings Residential College Brookings Residential College is located on the South 40, adjacent to the Clock Tower. Brookings Residential College includes Lien House and Gregg House. Eliot House Eliot House is what students generally mean when they say the word “Eliot” by itself. Eliot House is located on the South 40 and is made up of Thomas Eliot House and Eliot B. Eliot Residential College William Greenleaf Eliot Residential College, named for the University co-founder, is hardly ever referred to by the name “Eliot.” Instead you will frequently hear the nickname WGE (pronounced “wiggy”) used for this residential

college. WGE consists of Shepley House, Wheeler House, and Danforth House. It is located on the South 40. Crow Hall Crow Hall, houses the Department of Physics in the College of Arts & Sciences. When people say “Crow” they are usually referring to this location. Crow Residential College Wayman Crow Residential College is located on the South 40. It consists of Dardick House and Nemerov House. People generally refer to this location by its full name, “Wayman Crow.” Cupples I Part of the Engineering complex, located next to the Quad Cupples II Cupples II houses the College of Arts & Sciences and Office of Undergraduate Research; it’s located near Olin Library McMillen Lab McMillen Lab is a chemistry building located near the Engineering complex and is connected to Bryan Hall by a lounge. People will generally say the entire name, “McMillen Lab,” when referring to this location. McMillan Hall McMillan Hall is also located on the Danforth Campus. It houses departments such as Anthropology and Overseas Programs. People will refer to this location as simply “McMillan” or by its full name “McMillan Hall.” Knight Center An executive conference center and hotel.

on the North Side residential area and is part of the Village. It also has a suite of classrooms; there are sections of Writing I and other classes that meet in Lopata House. Olin Library This is the main library on the Danforth campus. Olin School This is the name for the Business School, located in Simon, Knight, and Bauer Halls. It’s commonly referred to as “the B school.” Shepley Drive The main road through the South 40, where the Clock Tower is located. Shepley House An upperclass student residence hall that is paired with Danforth and Wheeler to make WGE Residential College. South 40 The southern-most 40 acres of campus where 3,000 students reside. All first-year students live on the South 40. South 40 House An upperclass student residence hall where Bear’s Den and College Hall are located. Commonly referred to as “So-Fo-Ho”. Umrath Hall Umrath Hall is located on the Danforth campus and houses a number of Arts & Sciences academic departments, as well as the Campus Y and the Danforth Center for Religion and Politics. Umrath House Umrath House is a residence house on the South 40, and sits just west of South 40 Center.

Knight Hall One of the newest additions to the Olin Business School; it’s located across from the Danforth University Center. Lee House A first-year residence hall that is paired with Beaumont House to make “Lee/Beau” Residential College. Lien House A first-year residence hall that is paired with Gregg House to make Brookings Residential College. Lopata Hall Lopata Hall is the main entrance to the Engineering complex and is located across from Sever Hall and Duncker Hall. Engineering IT and the undergraduate Linux labs are located here. Lopata House Lopata House is located

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ROOMMATE RELATIONS I was a bit nervous coming to WashU, particularly when I thought about getting a roommate. I was already not going to the same school as my twin sister. While she decided to room with one of our mutual friends from high school, I was still waiting to find out whom I would be living with for the next few months. I knew from the beginning that I wanted a roommate. I had been to summer camp for years and have two sisters, so I was used to living with other people. The big question was if my roommate should be random or not. Due to the fact that I’m not very funny on paper, I decided against posting anything on the Class of 2018 Facebook page in the hopes of finding a roommate. After deciding to be randomly matched with my roommate, I saw many of my peers looking for roommates and commenting on someone’s 20 Facts how they would be a perfect pair. I began to worry that maybe I should have taken the plunge and posted about myself or put out a roommate ad. While I waited to see my future roommate’s name pop up on my WebSTAC, I began to realize one of the experiences of college is to meet new and exciting people, to make new connections. I started thinking about how much fun it would be to make a new friend and share our first year at WashU together.

JANE ZANKMAN College of Arts & Sciences, Class of 2018

Finally after refreshing the page multiple times I got her name Emma. I debated for a while if I should message her on Facebook but then she decided to message me. We hit it off right away! We started talking about how we were both in Arts & Sciences and also soon found out that we got our own bathroom (perks of living next door to the RA)! On Move-In Day, we both ran around running errands, offering to grab last minute things from Target or Schnucks. She quickly introduced me to the mighty Trader Joe’s peanut butter cups while I got her obsessed with Keurig apple cider. Despite having pretty different class schedules, we came up with our routines of cleaning or snack grabbing and were always there to help when either of us got locked out (which happened more often than I would like to admit). When I was selected for the University’s emergency support team (EST), she cheered me on and checked up on me during my first on-call shift. In January, we had both decided to go through sorority recruitment so we ended up arriving back on campus earlier than many of our peers. It was nice to come back and have someone to talk, especially when not all the students had returned from Winter Break yet. We had an opportunity to bond over the early mornings and the huge amount of coffee we both drank. From celebrating the highs of our first-year to helping each other out on a rough day, my roommate and I were able to connect despite not knowing one another prior to being placed together. I honestly could not have asked for a better roommate!

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Silver Plan This is our most popular plan. This plan will best meet the needs of those students who eat three meals a day and enjoy an occasional snack. This meal plan is the minimum required for first-year students and is the most popular plan for our returning students. For more information, visit diningservices.wustl.edu.

What options are available for students with dietary restrictions?

Whether you’ve been a vegetarian for years, keep kosher, have a gluten allergy, or another dietary restriction, have no fear, your personal eating plan is easy to follow on campus if you plan ahead. On the menu pages of the Dining Services website, diningservices.wustl.edu, you will find options for whatever you need — kosher, lacto-ovo, lacto, vegan, and many other eating plans. In addition, you will find the nutritional content of these items.

HOME PLATE “ Home Plate has been a staple of my WashU experience. I have made amazing connections with both WashU students and local St. Louis families. My experience has grown beyond the occasional home cooked meal into a true home away from home.” JUDAH BURSTEIN College of Arts & Sciences, Class of 2018

Enjoy dinner with a local family! Being settled in at school does not mean you stop yearning for a home-cooked meal and the sounds of home. If you want to make a connection with a St. Louis family for home cooking and friendship, the Home Plate program is just the thing. Sponsored by Risa Zwerling Wrighton, wife of Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton, Home Plate matches you with an area family with whom you can visit several times throughout the school year for informal meals and dinnertime conversation. Over 800 students participate in Home Plate and more than 300 families enjoy being hosts. If you are interested in participating in this program, please visit homeplate.wustl.edu or e-mail homeplate@wustl.edu. You may also visit our Facebook page at Home Plate – Washington University.

»» Don’t come to college with the expectation of either loving or hating your roommate. Take things as they come and be flexible and willing to compromise. Be patient and exercise tolerance, but don’t let yourself be taken advantage of. »» Don’t compare your relationship with your roommate to that of your friends’ roommate relationships. Each roommate interaction is unique and what works in one room won’t necessarily fly two doors down. »» Approach differences in opinion and lifestyle as learning experiences. Don’t be quick to make judgments. Just because your roommate approaches certain aspects of life in a different way than you do does not mean you will not get along. »» Find a place away from your floor, on or around campus, where you can go when you need some alone time. The rush of college life is fun and exhilarating, but sometimes you may need to have time for you.

»» Don’t be afraid to let people who hang out in your room know when it’s time to leave. Your room is your personal space, and you decide when people come and go. »» With the aid of your resident advisors, you will work with your roommate or suitemates to complete an agreement — discussing your preferences and expectations for living in a shared space. Take the roommate agreement seriously. You and your roommate may have similar interests, but this doesn’t mean you necessarily have similar living styles. Consider things like cleanliness (is the floor just another shelf or would you prefer it neat?), sleep (is background noise OK? Do you like to sleep in?), guests (so as to avoid coming home to a party you didn’t know about), and temperature (many people have preferences — try to find a compromise if your preference and your roommate’s contrast).

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WHERE CAN YOU EAT ON CAMPUS? The short answer — almost anywhere.

Forest Park Parkway

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Buildings in red house dining locations. They are numbered so you can learn a little more about them in the descriptions that follow.

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Wydown Boulevard

VILL AGE HOUSE The Village Coffee Connection and Millbrook Market Serves fresh pastries, breads, bagels, Kaldi’s coffee, and has a convenience store option. The Village Cafe Offers international and grilled specialties, a changing menu, Kaldi’s coffee, and more. Open for lunch, dinner, and brunch Saturday and Sunday.

Hours of operation and additional information are posted on the dining website at diningservices.wustl.edu.

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SOUTH FORT Y HOUSE (SOFOHO) Bear’s Den (BD) This is the most popular place on campus! Offerings in BD include grilled favorites at Grizzly Grill, Latin-inspired treats at ¡Oso Good!, Eastern-influenced eats at World Fusion, pizza and pasta at Ciao Down, hot Kosher meals at L’Chaim, and the very popular Mongolian grill at Sizzle & Stir. Paws & Go The South 40’s mini-supermarket provides basic convenience items such as milk, cereal, fresh fruit, macaroni and cheese, ice cream, chips and salsa, cookies, crackers, spreads, etc. Cherry Tree Café Favorite coffee drinks are available to accompany an early morning bagel or late night treat. The café also offers deli sandwiches, soups, and is home to WebFood on the South 40 — our online meal ordering system.

ANHEUSER-BUSCH HALL Law Cafeteria This dining hall, located in the atrium of the Law School, serves as the dedicated eatery for students enrolled in the law program. The location is open to all members of the community. Bear Bucks are accepted, but they do not participate in the Undergraduate Meal Plan.

Subway Across from the WU Bookstore, Subway offers fresh sub sandwiches, salads, and more. Sandwiches can come on a variety of breads baked fresh daily.

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10 DANFORTH UNIVER SIT Y CENTER Café Bergson It’s the place to go for an early morning espresso, coffee, pastries, or breakfast sandwich. Later in the day, stop in for a Jamba Juice smoothie, hot sandwich, and a cold beverage.

RIDGLE Y HALL Holmes Lounge This absolutely stunning café area is a place to relax with fresh food and good company. Provides freshly carved meat selections, paninis, soups, pastries, and Kaldi’s coffee.

Starbucks Serving custom coffee drinks and to-go pastries and snacks. Bear Bucks are accepted but they do not participate in the Undergraduate Meal Plan.

LOPATA HALL , LOWER LE VEL Stanley’s Café Offers a wide variety of lunch foods such as fresh sandwiches, salads, meat and veggie paninis, soups, and hot dogs, as well as baked goods and beverages.

Einstein Bros. Bagels Serving great bagels, sandwiches, and gourmet coffee. Bear Bucks are accepted, but they do not participate in the Undergraduate Meal Plan.

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STEINBERG HALL Etta’s Café The café offers fresh salads, baked goods, soups, sandwiches, and features Kaldi’s Coffee.

Danforth University Center Servery The main dining location on central campus features four serveries: Trattoria Verde, WashU Wok, 1853 Diner, and DeliciOSO. Also located in the servery is George’s Express, a pick-up point for our WebFood online ordering system. Ibby’s This full-service, sit-down restaurant offers a great atmosphere and unique menu offerings. It’s a great place to unwind at the end of the day.

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SAFETY WASHINGTON UNIVERSIT Y POLICE DEPARTMENT The Washington University Police Department, also known as WUPD, is a diverse law enforcement team that provides foot, bicycle and vehicle patrol 24 hours a day, seven days a week. WUPD officers possess the same authority on campus as that of a St. Louis County police officer. According to WUPD, we have a very safe campus, but no place is immune from crime. The key to reducing crime is responsibility for oneself, others, and one’s personal property. Most crimes committed are “crimes of opportunity”, which can be avoided by taking some simple preventative steps.

WASHU POLICE Put this number in your phone!

314.935.5555

To help you feel safe and secure on campus, Washington University has also developed initiatives to both enhance your personal safety and protect your property. Some of these programs include: BEAR PATROL: Bear Patrol is a team of students who patrol the Washington University campus at night and provide escorts to students, faculty, and staff. This service is especially convenient for escorts from Olin Library. BICYCLE REGISTRATION AND LOCK PROGRAM: Bicycles may be registered free of charge through WUPD. Kryptonite U-Bolt bike locks can be purchased from WUPD at a low cost. Students who purchase a lock are automatically entered into the Bicycle Registration program. EMERGENCY TELEPHONES: The blue light emergency telephone system is a series of highly visible telephones strategically located throughout the Danforth Campus and extending into areas of University-owned off-campus housing. Pushing the red button connects the phone to the Washington University Police Department and help is dispatched immediately. FIST FULL OF FIVES: Both WUPD and EST (Emergency Support Team) can be reached on campus by dialing 5-5555. Easy to remember, easy to use. From off campus or using your cell phone, dial 314.935.5555. LOST AND FOUND: WUPD administers the online Lost and Found program. This site gives the campus community the ability to report lost property, view a list of found items, or register their personal items online. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to register their serialized property for ease of identification in the event the item is ever lost or stolen. This site can be found on the WUPD website. OPERATION ID: This program encourages students to record the serial numbers of their valuables on an inventory card to give to a parent or a friend for safe storage, and to engrave their student ID number or driver’s license number on the property. WUPD has inscribing devices available in their office free of charge. RAPE AGGRESSION DEFENSE SYSTEMS (RAD): RAD for Women, RAD for Men, and Advance RAD are 12-hour self-defense programs offered free to students and staff. The programs teach awareness, risk reduction, avoidance, prevention, and basic selfdefense techniques — all led by certified instructors. For more information, visit wupd.wustl.edu or call 314.935.5043.

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Washington University Police Department LOCATION

Lien House, Lower Level Enter on Shepley Drive PHON E

(314) 935-5555 W EB SIT E

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Top Safety Tips »» Lock your room door whenever you leave and when you’re sleeping. »» Never prop open exterior building doors. »» Don’t allow people to tailgate (follow behind you) into your building. »» Call the potlice at first sight of a suspicious person in the building. »» Never leave your valuables unattended, even in common study areas. »» Avoid walking or jogging alone, especially after dark.

STOP TAGS: The most popular targets for both casual and experienced thieves are computers, in particular laptops. WUPD provides a low-cost option for deterring theft of your computer or other valuables by putting a patented security plate on your equipment that is so strong that removal of the security plate will alter the item, making it easy to identify, but without damaging it. Each plate bears a unique barcode and a toll-free telephone number to call in case lost or stolen equipment is found. Also, a permanent tattoo bearing the number is chemically etched into the equipment and all vital information regarding your equipment, such as make, model, serial number, and owner, is registered with STOP. TRANSPORTATION: The University provides a variety of transportation services, both on and off campus. For more details about these options, please see the Parking and Transportation section of this publication (page 126). WHISTLE ALERT PROGRAM: WUPD offers a metal whistle for University students, faculty, and staff. The whistle can signal for help and alert others to call the police. Whistles are available in the Communications Center of the Police Department. Upon receipt of the whistle, you are instructed to refrain from blowing it except for emergencies.

KNOW “ WHERE TO GO” IN AN EMERGENCY

Sign Up for Emergency Alerts Students and their families can get alerts by downloading the WUSTL Mobile App and “allow notifications.” You will then receive all campus-wide alerts that our emergency operations team pushes out to the campus. Additional information about the WUSTLAlert System is available via emergency.wustl.edu. To download the app: iOS (iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch): https:// itunes.apple.com/us/app/wustlmobile/id786410936?mt=8 Android (Tablets, Smartphones): https://play.google.com/store/apps/ details?id=edu.wustl.gateway

Washington University is committed to protecting the safety and security of our community. Emergencies or disasters can happen at any time and usually occur without warning. When an emergency strikes at WashU, our safe and prompt recovery will depend on existing levels of preparedness and a thoughtful response among students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

WHEN A CRISIS OCCURS You will have multiple ways to obtain information about the status of a crisis, when one takes place at Washington University. »» WEBSITE: Visit the University’s website emergency.wustl. edu. New information will be posted to the site continuously. If there is no current emergency, the site will say so. »» HOTLINE: You can listen to frequently updated voice messages by calling the University hotline: 314.935.9000 (5-9000 from a campus phone), or 888.234.2863 (out of area) »» EMAIL: Check your email for updated information. »» EMERGENCY MESSAGES: Washington University has established a service to have emergency text and voice messages sent to your cellular, campus, and/or home phone. If you have not already done so, register at emergency.wustl.edu.

Keeping Information Current Washington University can only get emergency information to you if the University knows how to reach you. Confirm that your contact information is correct, including home phone number, cell phone number, email and campus address, and who to contact if you are ever injured. Confirm your information on the WebSTAC site at webstac.wustl.edu.

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A HEALTHY FIRST YEAR STUDENT HE ALTH Student Health Services provides state-of-the-art health care for students needing a variety of medical and mental health services. While we hope you do not get sick while you are here, at some point you may find that you are not feeling well, or you need advice on some health-related issues once the school year starts. If so, you can visit Student Health Services (SHS) in the Habif Health and Wellness Center located in Dardick House on the South 40. The center houses Medical, Mental Health, and Health Promotion Services. All three services can help you with issues that may come up during your time at WashU. MEDICAL SERVICES provides skilled routine care, preventive health care, evaluation and treatment of illnesses and injuries, immunizations and on-site lab, radiology and pharmacy services. MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES provides counseling for individuals, groups, and couples, as well as crisis counseling. Psychiatrists are available to prescribe and monitor medications for several mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety. HEALTH PROMOTION SERVICES provides free consultation, programs, and information on issues including stress and sleep, alcohol and other drugs, fitness and nutrition, and sexual health. Also, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on the resource library. If you find youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not feeling well, you should seek treatment at SHS before attempting to go somewhere else. Staff members are committed to taking excellent care of students while supporting your academic experience at Washington University. Also, your WashU student health insurance plan requires a referral any time care is not provided at SHS. SHS staff members hold all necessary degrees, licenses, and certifications to practice in Missouri. They have particular training and experience in working with university students. They are committed to the growth and personal development of each student within the University community. In addition, they provide consultation to various health-related student organizations and assist with training of faculty and staff who deal extensively with students. Read more about each service and staff member at shs.wustl.edu.

STUDENT HE ALTH INSUR ANCE PL AN All students are required to have adequate health insurance coverage. Information concerning the insurance requirement can be found at shs.wustl.edu. Students wishing to participate in the student health insurance plan should go to shs.wustl.edu for information about the plan and costs. Students wishing to waive the student health insurance plan must complete a waiver prior to September 5th.

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WASHU NIGHTLIFE Coming to college, I found myself immersed in a community that has allowed me to thrive not only academically, but also socially. The friends I made across campus, from my floor to various clubs and organizations were all very committed to their studies, but we still had a variety of fun nighttime adventures to de-stress, some of which I have catalogued for you. Movie Night: My first year, movies were always a popular topic of conversation. We often would make plans to go see a movie at the theatre but sometimes, people ended up being too busy or the weather was not ideal for the trek. One of these nights, we were all sitting in the common room and decided, “Why not bring the theatre here?” Couches were moved, popcorn was popped, and a computer was set up. We all snuggled up with blankets in the common room and enjoyed our own personal theatre. It became the perfect winter night go-to. AYESHA HARISINGHANI College of Arts & Sciences, Class of 2018

Impromptu Dance Party: During a particularly rough study session, nothing was better than a little break; especially when it involved top 40 hits and showing off some of our best dance Toves. Impromptu dance parties were fun and provided the perfect amount of stress release and energy boost!

Ted Drewes: One spring night my first year, my friend was able to get CarShare and we decided to try out Ted Drewes. I remember having to look at the menu for a solid five minutes before even narrowing down what I might want. After trying it, I only had three words: It. was. DELICIOUS. Their custard is a must-have and I always found it to be a great post-exams treat. Crepes at Cherry Tree: “Crepes?” All it took was one floormate to say the word for us to head down to Cherry Tree for crepes. It was a delicious, fruit-filled and chocolate-drizzled way to catch up with friends and floormates on-campus during the mid-week busyness, not to mention a great study break. Board Game Night: Life? Monopoly? Or maybe some Bananagrams? Sometimes the best remedy after a stressful week would be to gather in our common room with some snacks and a good board game. A simple game of Apples to Apples could turn into a night filled with memories, laughs, and maybe even a little bit of competition. Snowball Fight: After the first snowfall of my first year, everyone was excited. For a few floormates it was their first snow, while for others, it was nice to see familiar winter scenery. So we thought, what better way to celebrate than a classic snowball fight? Although there was only an inch or two of snow, this was a great bonding experience and was followed by some much needed piping hot chocolate from Cherry Tree. Ursa’s Nite Life: Ursa’s is a fun spot on the South 40 where late-night events are held. There are six different events each month. Each event has free food. Some of the events Ursa’s has done in the past: DIY craft nights, movie nights, hangout Fridays (board games and video games), a cappella shows, and music by student bands. Events are held on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, usually after 9PM. Campus Night Exploring: Everyone always raves about the beauty of campus in the daylight, but few get the full experience at night time. One night, a few of my floormates and I decided to made the trek from the South 40 to Brookings Arch. We were able to see an amazing side of the campus which we hadn’t experienced before and even threw in a photo shoot here and there. Poetry slams: One of my first floor bonding experiences was attending a poetry slam with my floor to support our WUSA who was performing in it. We made a giant sign with his name on it and cheered him on together. Many of us never been able to attend a slam before, so this experience was super fun and definitely made us want to go to even more! Meal on the Loop: Craving a pulled pork sandwich? How about some pancakes? Maybe even some deep-dish pizza? The Loop has countless delicious restaurants with all different types of cuisines! My floormates and I would try to go to a different restaurant each time we went and were never disappointed. After eating, we would browse some of the quirky shops scattered throughout the Loop to walk off our post-delicious-foodsleepiness, which always was an adventure. WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

STUDENTS HELP PEERS WITH HE ALTH ISSUES Peer Health Educators (PHEs) are student volunteers interested in health promotion who share their knowledge with the larger campus community through programming. PHEs are nationally certified and receive additional training from SHS staff on specific health topics including Sexual Health, Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs, and Fitness and Nutrition. Several other student groups dedicated to peer health education include Phi Lambda Psi (Greek women’s health and wellness honorary), Pride Alliance and Safe Zones (LGBTQIA), Reflections (body image concerns), Uncle Joe’s and Active Minds (mental health), and several groups devoted to sexual violence risk reduction and survivor support (SARAH, LIVE, and CARE). Most of these groups will be at the Activities Fair in September to tell you more about what they do and how you can become involved. In addition, you can find them online via wugo.wustl.edu.

EMERGENCY SUPPORT TE AM (EST) Alan I. Glass, M.D., director of Habif Health and Wellness Center, is the medical director of EST, a student organization that serves as first responder when there is an emergency on campus. EST is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during the academic year. Students who join the team go through an intensive training process and become licensed Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in the state of Missouri. All medical treatment provided through EST is confidential. To contact EST, dial 314.935.5555. For information on membership and more, visit est.wustl.edu.

Health Tips for a Successful First Year: »» Join the South 40 Fitness Center, a team, or an intramural (IM) or club sport (great ways to make friends, keep moving, and relieve stress) »» Check out the foods marked “Connie’s Choice” and other healthy food choices served throughout campus »» Get your flu shot this fall »» Wash your hands! »» Sign up for free stress management sessions through Health Promotion Services »» If you are sexually active, get tested for sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, through Student Health Services »» Consider less caffeine and more sleep

SUMERS RECRE ATION CENTER Scheduled to open in October 2016, the state-of-the-art Sumers Recreation Center will be a modern and dynamic space along the west end of campus for students to congregate and engage in recreational pursuits. Whether your workout includes strength training, running, group exercise or recreational sports, the Sumers Rec Center has something for everyone. Sumers Rec features a three-court gymnasium, a suspended running track, a weight room, a cardio floor, a cycling studio, two multipurpose rooms for group exercise, a wellness wing and a self-care suite. The three-court gym will serve as the primary indoor location for intramural and open-play sports such as basketball and volleyball. The cycling studio and the multipurpose rooms in the Sumers Fitness Center will host a variety of group exercise classes such as cycling, yoga, Zumba, Pilates and kickboxing. Upon its opening, Sumers Rec will also serve as the primary access point for students seeking to use the pool and racquet courts located inside the Athletics Complex. For more information, visit bearsports.wustl.edu/facilities/athletics-complex.

ATHLE TICS COMPLE X The Athletics Complex, or AC, is attached to the north end of the Sumers Recreation Center. Inside, the AC houses a 25-meter pool as well as racquetball and squash courts for student use. The outdoor facilities include six tennis courts, a 400-meter track and recreational fields. Students will also continue to have access to the weight room and the Varsity Gym located inside the AC until the opening of the Sumers Rec Center in October. 80

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Make sure you visit Student Health Services’ Incoming Students website to provide information that ensures you receive the best possible care while at WashU. Visit shs.wustl.edu/ incomingstudents.htm to complete forms and learn more about offerings at SHS.

SOUTH 40 FITNESS CENTER A satellite facility for the Sumers Recreation Center, the South 40 Fitness Center is located in the South 40 House above the Bears Den dining area. South 40 Fitness features cardio equipment with personal televisions, a stretching/core area, a weight area with strength machines and dumbbells and a lobby with lockers to store belongings while you exercise. Until the opening of the Sumers Rec Center during the fall 2016, South 40 Fitness will continue to offer group exercise classes in its dance studio. For more information, visit s40fitness.wustl.edu.

SUSTAINABILITY

Learn more and sign up to receive the Office of Sustainability’s newsletter at sustain.wustl.edu.

Washington University’s commitment to being a sustainability leader is woven throughout all aspects of the undergraduate experience — from the courses you will take, to faculty research, to the way you will live on campus. Sustainability is a major part of the WashU culture. Here are some important ways you can be part of this commitment: »» Study sustainability. Consider majoring or minoring in one of WashU’s sustainability-related programs. Regardless of your major, explore how your field can help develop sustainable solutions. »» Refuse single-use. Carry a reusable water bottle. Eat on dishware at major campus eateries. If you need to take your food/drink to-go, use the reusable Eco To-Go box or a reusable mug and get discounts! The Eco To-Go program is free and serves as the default to-go option in WashU Dining Services locations. »» Conserve Energy. Bring LED or CFL lights and Energy Star appliances to campus. Always turn off lights when you leave rooms on campus. Coordinate with your roommate(s) to share appliances and turn off or unplug devices when not in use. Set thermostats between 67 and 70 degrees during cold months and 73 to 76 during warm months. Wash clothes with cold water and use a drying rack to reduce GHG emissions and make them last. »» Recycle. Campus has an easy single-stream recycling system – all paper, cans, glass, and plastic go in the same bin. Almost everything can be recycled. If in doubt, recycle! Go to tinyurl. com/WasteSorting for more information. »» Compost. Look for waste sorting stations at participating campus dining areas. Follow the signs to help WashU move towards being zero landfill. »» Go Car-Free. Use low-carbon transportation throughout your time at WashU. Bring a bike and register it with WUPD to get a discounted U-Lock, use public transit with your all-access U-Pass, and sign-up for the super convenient and cheap Enterprise CarShare program for the times when you need a car. »» Shop at the Trading Post. The Trading Post is a student-run free thrift store on the South 40. Be sure to visit their SWAP sale early on move-in day for room essentials. tpswap.org »» Less is More. Remember, the greenest thing you can do is consume less energy, water, and stuff. Renewable energy, “green” products, recycling, and composting are all secondary to using less. »» Join a student organization. WashU has 15+ organizations focused on various aspects of sustainability. Run to become your Residential College’s Eco Rep. WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

FINANCES FINANCIAL SERVICES Student Financial Services (SFS) is a student resource for financial assistance information and general money management topics. Located in the lower level of North Brookings Hall, SFS provides services to help students manage their money wisely. These services and resources include: »» Meet with the counselor on duty. If you have questions about financial assistance or would like help planning your budget, just walk in, call, or email to speak with a counselor. »» Pay your Student Accounting Billing Statement. SFS is available to answer questions and accept payments; however, it may be more convenient to pay your bill electronically. »» Obtain an Interest-Free Emergency Loan. An emergency loan may be helpful in some situations. Stop by SFS to discuss your situation with a counselor. »» Research student employment opportunities. If you are looking for a part-time job, use the SFS job board or login to ‘My FA Access’ at sfs.wustl.edu and select ‘Student Employment.’ »» Establish a Budget. Use the Student Budget Planning Worksheet at sfs.wustl.edu and select Budget Worksheet to help plan some of your variable costs and get a clearer picture of the money you will need throughout the academic year. »» Consider your payment options. In addition to need-based financial assistance, Washington University offers simple, innovative payment options your family may want to consider. Use the Financial Planning Comparison Worksheet at sfs. wustl.edu to compare and consider what works best for you.

Student Financial Services HOU R S

8:30AM-5PM, Monday-Friday PHON E

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STUDENT ACCOUNTING Student Accounting generates billing information, receives payments and maintains your student account. They are here to help you understand your invoice and payment options as well as disburse refunds and produce your 1098-T forms.

ACCESS YOUR BILLING INFORMATION Login to WebSTAC and select Billing Records. Select Pay/View My Bill to access your billing statement.

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Invite other payers to receive your monthly billing statement under My Profile/Invite Other Payer. All other information in WebSTAC will remain private.

8AM-5PM, Monday-Friday

Students can view current transaction activity on WebSTAC under Billing Records/Account Inquiry at any time. Your first billing statement will be issued electronically in early July. Billing statements are generated on the last business day of the month for accounts with a balance. There are many methods of payment available. Visit our website at studentaccounting. wustl.edu to learn more.

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BEAR BUCKS

Bear Bucks is accepted at over 50 off-campus locations as well as the following places on campus: »» »» »» »» »» »» »» »» »» »»

Bear Necessities Charles Knight Center Dining Room CS40 Edison Theatre Einstein Bros Bagels South 40 Fitness Center Student Union Wash-U-Wash WU Campus Store Wydown Water

Visit card.wustl.edu/bear-bucks for a complete list of locations that accept Bear Bucks.

The Bear Bucks account is an optional cashless system for purchasing select on-campus and off-campus services. Bear Bucks can be used for undergraduate residential laundry services, at select vending machines, for various printing services, and at all dining locations. Bear Bucks may be used at several campus businesses including the WU Campus Store, Edison Theatre, Bear Necessities, Wash-U-Wash, and a variety of student group events and activities. Select businesses off campus also accept Bear Bucks. Bear Bucks is accessed through your Washington University ID card; the same card that you will use for identification, building access, and your meal plan. Students can initially purchase Bear Bucks on their housing application and manage their Bear Bucks account through WebSTAC. Up to $1,000 may be billed to a student account through WebSTAC each semester. Other Bear Bucks facts: »» Ninety-eight percent of all undergraduate students have a Bear Bucks account. »» Funds remain available until you leave the University. »» Additional funds may be added to the account with a credit or debit card via Guest Deposit on card.wustl.edu.

BANKING OPTIONS While it may be easier to maintain a relationship with the bank you use at home, many students find that it works in their favor to have an account with a local bank. Bank of America has a fullservice branch located right on campus on the second floor of Mallinckrodt Center (close to the Bunny). In addition, Bank of America ATMs are located on the South 40, the Village, and by Seigle Hall.

TIPS ON MANAGING YOUR MONE Y »» Record all checking account transactions as you make them »» Reconcile your checking account at least once a month and check your online bank statement »» Establish a savings plan, and try to set money aside for emergencies »» Avoid unnecessary purchases, especially with credit cards »» For help, contact a Student Financial Services counselor, at sfs. wustl.edu

A Note on Credit Cards A credit card can be convenient, but be sure to use it wisely. Carry only the minimum number of credit cards you actually need. Be aware of your credit account balance at all times, make your monthly payments on time, and make sure you have a plan to pay off your charges before making a purchase using credit. To prevent being a victim of credit card fraud, you must do all you can to guard yourself and your funds. Always check to make sure you know exactly where your credit cards are, and consistently check the statements. In the event that your credit card is lost or stolen, immediately notify the credit card company.

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TECHNOLOGY ON CAMPUS STUDENT TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (STS) STS supports Washington University students in addressing their technology needs and services. STS provides support services for the technology used by all WashU students. Those services include virus removal, high speed internet connectivity (both wired and wireless), telephone services (including emergency text messaging), cable television, printing, computer labs, and a variety of service desk answers for student questions. Our Student Technology Coordinators (STCs) serve within the residential colleges as the “first face” of STS for student residents.

STUDENT TECHNOLOGY COORDINATORS Each residential college has a Student Technology Coordinator (STC) who resides in the college and provides quick answers to technology questions for residents. This person is the liaison between STS and students and can provide you with updated information about current and future technology initiatives. It is strongly suggested you get to know your STC as soon as you move in. His/her complete contact information is available at sts.wustl. edu as well as in your residential computer lab.

RESIDENTIAL COMPUTER L AB SERVICES There are computer labs in each residential college where students may get access to printing and to the Internet if they do not have personal computers. For a complete list of residential computer labs and locations please visit sts.wustl.edu/services/ residential-computer-labs. Students may print from their room or on the go, by emailing documents to print@wustl.edu, to any network printer in the residential area. The STS website has directions for how to set up your computer to reach any printer so you do not need to worry about bringing a printer from home. For more information about printing please visit sts.wustl.edu/ services/printing.

STUDENT TELEPHONE SERVICES All rooms are wired to connect to the University’s telephone system. You may request to have the line activated and a telephone set placed in your room once you arrive on campus. There is no charge for local telephone service, and you may contract with Telephone Services to use the University’s lowcost long-distance network, as well as other services. The system allows you to make direct calls, place collect calls, or use a calling card, depending on the services you choose.

CELL PHONE SERVICE E XPECTATIONS Five major cell phone providers have cell sites on or near Washington University’s Danforth Campus. If you do not 84

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Gregg House, Lower Level (service desk, academic year) Sunday - Thursday: 12PM - 12AM Friday and Saturday: 12PM - 6PM PHON E

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currently have a cell phone plan, we recommend making cell phone arrangements while on campus during Bear Beginnings. The advantages of local cell phone service include: »» A local telephone number will make connecting with the University and local services easier and less expensive. »» A local carrier contact can answer specific questions about coverage and be responsive to issues while you are here. »» Pricing terms are available to students and staff and that may be advantageous to other plans. For those families that already have a cell phone plan, we recognize it may not be best for your circumstances to make additional local cell phone arrangements. We do, however, recommend you check with your current cellular service provider for details and commitments for their coverage within the University residential area.

HELPFUL TECHNOLOGY TIPS AND INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS Technology and Copyright: Is copying ever right? It is important to understand copyright laws apply to all intellectual works. We aren’t just talking about music and movies, but also software, photos, articles, and websites, for example. Only the copyright owner has the right to reproduce and distribute his or her work. Sharing copyrighted material without the owner’s permission is a violation of the law and can lead to serious legal sanctions. Washington University takes violations of copyright laws seriously, but it does so in the best interest of the students. Even if you don’t agree with the stance Washington University and other institutions have taken on this matter, it is in your best interest to refrain from engaging in this illegal activity. First of all, many of the methods used to share copyrighted material can cause serious problems to your computer, such as viruses and the installation of spyware software. Secondly, a blemish such as a violation of the law on your permanent record is less than desirable. If you are caught, you will be notified immediately and will have to speak with the appropriate authorities. File sharing is dangerous, both for your computer and yourself, and it simply isn’t worth it. For your sake and the sake of others, please find legal ways to acquire copyrighted material.

Microsoft Office for WashU Students All current students now have access to download the full Microsoft Office suite of applications for free through their Office 365 account. You can install Microsoft Office on up to five devices and may choose to install Windows and/or Mac OS versions. For detailed instructions on how to download and install Microsoft Office through Office 365, please review the installation instructions for Windows or Mac OS on email.wustl.edu/office-apps.

What to Bring With You This summer, remember to pack all the cables, cords, connections, manuals, and CDs for all the software installed on your machine. Remember to bring the information about your computer’s warranty (who to call) so you can get warranty service. STS WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

cannot provide any hardware support for your machine (which could violate your warranty) but can assist you with getting connected to a vendor for help.

What if I Don’t Bring a Computer? Labs equipped with a printer, a scanner, and multiple computers are located in each residential college (see the STS web page for a complete listing). An additional print-release station with color-printing capabilities is centrally located in the South Forty inside the Bear’s Den. On the Danforth Campus, each school has a computing center. Plus, there are multiple computing locations within Olin Library including public computers on each level and the Arc Technology Center.

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The Washington University Campus Store, located in Mallinckrodt Center provides key academic resources and services to the Washington University community. This is the place to purchase your course books as well as general and reference books. If you don’t see the book you need in the store, go to wubookstore. com to shop the Follett network of stores. There are no shipping charges for in store pick-up. Since we stock a wide variety of Washington University licensed apparel and gifts, you can be assured of the finest quality and selection. You can also find school, art, and architecture supplies, as well as technology hardware, supplies, and peripherals. The WU Campus Store gives back to WashU by providing course book scholarships and supporting on-campus organizations, campus events, charities, and student groups. You can get everything you need at the WU Campus Store in store or online at wubookstore.com!

Course Materials The WU Campus Store can assist you with all your course material needs. (See page 16.)

Computer & Technology Department Located within the Campus Store, the computer and technology department carries an expanded selection of computer hardware, software, peripherals, and supplies.

Apple Service Center The Technology Department provides diagnostic service and repair to Apple laptops and desktops. The Service Center does not repair iPads or iPhones. Service Center hours are 10AM-6PM. It is located at the Technology Information Counter.

Software The Campus Stores offers the newest software available in academic licenses, including major releases from Adobe, Norton, and EndNote. MS Office 365 is available for PC and Mac to students for free and can be downloaded through email.wustl.edu. Hundreds more academic software titles are available to be shipped through wubookstore.com.

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Hardware Apple. As an Apple reseller, the Campus Store stocks the latest in Apple laptops and desktops at educational discounts (academic ID is required). Computers are available in-stock or configuredto-order. The iPad is available at the Campus Store, and we are still the place to go for all your iPod and iPhone accessories. Dell. The Campus Store offers select Dell configurations at educational discounts (academic ID is required) as a PC option on campus. Tablets. In addition to the iPad, the Campus Store also offer Aesus and Samsung Galaxy! Peripherals and Supplies. The Campus Store carries a complete line of mice, keyboards, laptop sleeves, protective gear for tablets and phones, bags and locks, and external hard drives. They also stock everything you need to complete your assignments from printers, paper, and ink to flash drives and CD/ DVD-Rs. We even carry Echo Smartpens and Wacom Tablets!

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Need to grab a notebook, pen, or some medicine? Looking for WashU gifts or great WashU attire for you or your friends? Check out Bear Necessities, a not-for-profit gift and convenience store, operated by the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society of Washington University in St. Louis, located on the South 40. The store specializes in Washington University logo apparel, school supplies, health and beauty aids, and yummy custom-made birthday cakes. It can also make balloon bouquets for any occasion. You can order gifts online, call and talk with a personal shopper, or shop between classes. All proceeds fund student projects and scholarships. Bear Necessities is not affiliated with the WU Campus Store. Bear Necessities proceeds fund 4 full scholarships every year PLUS funding contributions to over 30 WashU student projects through the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society of Washington University.

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OUR NAMES, OUR STORIES At Washington University, we strive to know all students by name and story. While some of us may share names, we all have our own unique story to tell. This section aims to share some of those stories with you. The university aspires to be a supportive, inclusive, and diverse community. To this end, we hold the following values for our campus.

SECTION CONTENTS »» The WashU Bubble »» Starting School As »» Getting Connected »» A New and Diverse Community »» Cultural Connections

COMMUNIT Y VALUES STATEMENT FOR WASHINGTON UNIVERSIT Y IN ST. LOUIS We, as members of the Washington University community, strive to ENGAGE, LEARN, RESPECT, and INCLUDE to know each other by name and story. ENGAGE »» We are valued members of the »» Washington University community. »» We seek out different perspectives experiences. »» We share our stories and listen to others.

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LEARN »» We hold the courage to speak up, take risks and make mistakes. »» We challenge ourselves to think critically and reflect upon our actions and words. »» We discover and explore identity.

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RESPECT »» We act with kindness and empathy. »» We are responsible to our community and for our actions. »» We will forgive and be forgiven. INCLUDE »» We welcome differences as well as commonalities. »» We learn from others. »» We value others.

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A WORLD - CL ASS RESE ARCH UNIVERSIT Y WITH THE FEEL OF A SMALL COLLEGE. WashU might be a campus of 13,000 students (about 6,400 undergraduates), but our medium-size research university often feels like a smaller liberal arts college thanks to all of the opportunities you’ll have to get to know other students and faculty members. See what we mean:

WUSAs for the same floor Reuben Carter

Lock and Chain Honorary Lived on the same first-year floor

Courtney So A

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Social Programming Board Michael

Lived on the same first-year floor

Fraternity brothers Jackie

Dr. Shanti Parikh is the faculty fellow for Max’s Res College (Eliot)

WUSAs for the same floor. Andres Suitemates Jane

Jane was Taylor’s first-year WUSA

Dr. Shanti Parikh

WUSAs for the same floor.

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Kappa Delta

Steph was Hanusia’s RCD in Wayman Crow Taylor

Max Traveled to Ireland together for the FOCUS program

Fraternity brothers Ayesha

Taylor is an RA on Dardick 4; Steph is the RCD for that ResCollege Stephanie Meyer

Lived on the same first-year floor

Wesley was Elise’s first-year WUSA

Ayesha was Shaun’s first-year WUSA Ben

Studied abroad together in Spain

Wesley Shaun and Elise are WUSAs together on Lee 3

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STARTING SCHOOL AS... Hey there! It’s the First Year Center Executive Board again. We each arrived at WashU with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences, and we know the same is true for you as well. These experiences influenced our expectations about starting school at WashU. We wanted to share some of our reflections and the reflections of our peers with you as you prepare to arrive on campus. We hope these stories will help you frame your own expectations and alleviate some of the nervousness you may be feeling. Each of these stories was written by a student here at WashU. Enjoy!

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A STUDENT FROM A SMALL TOWN

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Everyone who is from a small town has their own view of what it’s really like. For me, it meant going to a high school larger than the population of the town, having one post office open for just a few hours a day, and having a single gas station that also served as the local hangout. Since my small town technically only had enough people to be considered a village, I certainly had some concerns moving to such a large city. Since the residents of the South 40 outnumber the population of my town, I was definitely worried about getting lost in the everyday hustle. Fortunately, my biggest fears were immediately proved wrong once I got to campus. Going from knowing everyone around to literally not knowing a soul, I was extremely worried about being alone and never finding my niche. These fears evaporated the second I arrived when I was overcome by the sincere kindness of everyone I met. Everyone had on a happy face and was genuinely excited to meet each incoming first year student. From the support of my RAs and WUSAs and bonding with my floor, I immediately built a community that reminded me of the one I left at home.

A Student from a Small Town A Student from a Small High School A Student with Dietary Restrictions A Student on Financial Aid A Student with a Learning Disability A Spiritual Student An LGBT Student A Multicultural Student The First Child to Go to College An International Student A Student from the South A Student from the West Coast A Student from the East Coast

Visit firstyear.wustl.edu for additional student stories and insights. Other Starting School As stories include: »» A Pre-Health Student »» A Non-Pre-Health Student »» A Student from St. Louis »» A Student from the Midwest »» A Student from a Close-Knit Family »» A Student from a Large High School »» A Student from a Public School »» A Student from an All-Girls High School »» A Student the First Time Away from Home »» An Only Child »» The Youngest Child

The move was certainly an intimidating transition, but it was shocking to me how quickly I really adjusted to my new home. St. Louis exceeded all my expectations because it perfectly combines the intimacy of a small town with the adventure of a large one. Not only was I able to recreate the tight community I left behind, but I also broadened my horizons and experienced more than I ever could have imagined. For everyone who shares the same fears I had being from a small town, I hope that you fall in love with the great city of St. Louis as much as I did. A STUDENT FROM A SMALL HIGH SCHOOL My high school graduating class had 94 people. I had attended that school since pre-kindergarten, so I grew quite close with the community. Coming to WashU, where I would be part of a large student body made me both excited and nervous. On one hand, I couldn’t wait to make new friends from different backgrounds and learn from experts on various subjects, but on the other hand, I was worried that I would be unable to find my niche socially or enjoy close support from professors like I had received from my instructors in high school. Bear Beginnings helped to ease my apprehension about coming to a large and unfamiliar environment. Getting to know my RAs and WUSAs reassured me that there

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were older students who knew me personally and who would support me in my transition. Furthermore, I got to know a number of people from my building, who were great friends into my first year and beyond. Once classes began, I felt that my professors cared for me, even though I was one of many. Professors encouraged students to come to office hours or their Lunch by the Dozen events, and when I made these efforts, they knew who I was and were constantly available for advice regarding their classes or my overall academic goals. My experience at WashU has been characterized by both the individual care I received in high school and also constant opportunities to connect to new people and groups on campus, which has been exciting and rewarding. A STUDENT WITH DIETARY RESTRICTIONS Being gluten-intolerant, I came to school very nervous about what my diet would look like. I figured all the regular “college food” like hamburgers and fries and chicken tenders would be off limits to me and I would be left eating salads all day every day. As much as my mom was for the idea of vegetables for every meal, I was not thrilled by the thought. Luckily, my mom pulled through for me when she scheduled a meeting for me to meet with the Director of University Nutrition at Washington University, Connie Diekman. It was a very simple process. My mom simply emailed Connie explaining the situation and Connie said she would be more than happy to meet with us. In our meeting, Connie walked me around the main eatery on campus known as the DUC and showed me what I could and could not have at each station with my allergy. She also introduced me to a few of the chefs who I could always go to if I had questions or wanted something made special. A few times, I’ve used this resource for the occasional, necessary, and very “college” gluten-free grilled cheese. The university also has an online ordering system called WebFood. You can pick from many of the foods served in both the DUC and Bears Den, the dining area on the South 40. You have the option to order pasta, stir fry, taco salad, sandwiches and more. You get to choose what goes in them and there is the option to check a box next to many common dietary restrictions.If you are coming to school with a dietary restriction, don’t worry. Washington University does a great job accommodating many eating restrictions including gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, kosher, lactose intolerant, food-related allergies and more. If you have any questions or concerns, reach out to Dining Services on campus and they will help you find a diet to keep you energized and healthy. A STUDENT ON FINANCIAL AID At a private institution like WashU, it can be a bit daunting to come in as a student on financial aid who just wants to find her niche in a new community. At first, I was genuinely scared that people would see right through me and know that I had to be receiving financial aid to be able to attend a school like WashU.

I thought I would miss out on aspects of college life because I didn’t have the same resources as my peers. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Not a single person has ever treated me differently, and I don’t foresee that happening. In fact, people have no idea who receives scholarship money and who doesn’t, and they don’t invade your privacy to interrogate you just to find out. There are students receiving financial aid across a very wide spectrum and whether you choose to share where you fall in that spectrum is completely up to you. For the most part, your peers just want to learn from you and understand how your unique background has impacted your life and how you want it to shape your future. I am not the primary person in my family that deals with paying for college, but my parents rave about how incredible the staff at Student Financial Services (SFS) is. Despite my family’s financial needs changing, my financial package has always kept pace. SFS has helped alleviate some of the stress that paying for college can bring and has allowed me to focus on enjoying my time at WashU. While here, I have never felt left out of any meaningful or fun opportunities. I received help from SFS to get a job on campus that fits my schedule, and I have actively participated in countless entertaining and unforgettable events that WashU puts on throughout the year that never cost a cent. So while college as a whole may seem a bit overwhelming, your financial aid status should not get in the way of defining your college experience with the resources WashU provides. A STUDENT WITH A LEARNING DISABILITY Growing up with dyslexia, I was never personally responsible for making sure I got the accommodations I needed. My school and my parents took care of everything; I just needed to use the resources they put in place for me. In college, however, that all changed for me (and it likely will for you too). If you will be 18 or older when you come to WashU, your parents will not be able to secure accommodations for you. In college and beyond, you must take the initiative and be your own advocate. For me this was a big shift; no longer did everything just fall into my lap. I had to take responsibility so that I could receive the resources that I needed to succeed. I was, of course, afraid that I would mess up and wouldn’t get the help and accommodations that I needed. Luckily, WashU has an amazing place called Cornerstone: The Learning Center, which houses Disability Resources. Cornerstone has a large full-time staff whose sole purpose is to help students succeed. As soon as I went to Disability Resources, all my anxieties disappeared. They sat down with me, asked me what I needed to succeed, and then told me exactly what to do so I could receive the proper accommodations. I have never once felt ashamed of my learning disability or of the resources I receive. Students and faculty alike have all been respectful of my needs and courteous of my accommodations. Because of the hard work of the Cornerstone staff and the initiative that I took,

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I have been able to succeed at a higher level than I ever thought possible. Finally, here are some tips if you think you may qualify for accommodations: › Be proactive and don’t procrastinate. As soon as you know you are coming to WashU, contact Cornerstone (cornerstone.wustl.edu) so you can begin the process and everything can be set up by the time classes begin. › Follow deadlines. If you qualify for accommodations, you need to meet deadlines in order to receive them for classes or tests. › If you have a question or concern, speak up. This is the easiest way to make sure everything goes smoothly for you. A SPIRITUAL STUDENT Before coming to WashU, I went to Catholic school from pre-school to 12th grade. While I went to three different Catholic schools by the end, they were all incredibly similar in the beliefs and values we lived and were taught about. When I found out I would be coming to WashU, I was worried that I would lose my connection to my faith since I would be surrounded by people of many different faiths and beliefs. Contrary to my previous thoughts, my faith has deepened since I have come here, not only from interacting with other Catholics, but also from interacting with others of different belief practices. I met my first (and now best) friend at WashU on the first day of my Pre-Orientation program. He’s Jewish, and while I knew Jewish people from my hometown, we never really talked about their customs and traditions. As our friendship grew, I learned things about the Jewish religion that I had never known before, and in turn, I told my friend about some Catholic traditions that he did not know about. It was quite exciting to meet people from another religion that I did not know much about, such as Judaism or Hinduism, and hearing their experiences and traditions from a personal perspective. WashU has organizations for many religions and faiths, and I know at least one person involved in each of them, whether it be the Catholic Student Center, Chabad, Hillel, or the Muslim Student Association, and these are only a few of the many different religious and spiritual student organizations that are part of WashU. Overall, WashU ensures that practicing your faith is incredibly feasible on campus, from offering Kosher or Halal certified meals, hosting Interfaith week, or supporting student groups. Through being close friends with many others of diverse faiths, I have found that most religions share similar core values, and this has been such a wonderful learning experience for me. Being at WashU has allowed me to explore the traditions that others hold, all the while keeping the traditions that are important to me.

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AN LGBT STUDENT When I came to WashU, I had only come out to one person, and I wasn’t so sure I accepted myself for who I was. I also had trepidations about going to college in Missouri, which (as a big city boy) I thought would be a very conservative place. I wasn’t expecting to openly embrace my sexuality. Lo and behold, I was completely wrong. From the start, I was instantly more comfortable than I had ever been in New York City. I came out to 50 other students my first day during Step-in, Step-out (a popular icebreaker that you will undoubtedly play at some point during college). This was a crazy and exhilarating experience for me; two months before, I had never told anyone I was gay, and now I was coming out to a whole group of new people. Unsurprisingly, they treated me the same. I was no longer afraid to express who I truly was. WashU has excellent resources for all LGBTQIA* students. Pride Alliance, the largest related student group, has a very diverse membership and puts on great events like Trans‡ Awareness Week, which brought Janet Mock to campus. Other groups include Queer People of Color, Open, Transcending Gender, and Safe Zones. All the LGBTQIA groups and the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership provide great resources to all students and foster a strong community. These resources and a supportive and open-minded student body make WashU an amazing place to be yourself and gain acceptance. *LGBTQIA: Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Questioning Intersex Asexual ‡Trans: Transgender A MULTICULTURAL STUDENT Growing up in a half-Chinese, half-Italian household, I always celebrated a host of holidays with my family. We had barbecues for the 4th of July and turkey on Thanksgiving, but also red envelopes for Chinese New Year, presents from a Befana on Little Christmas, homemade pasta sauce, and plates upon plates of dumplings. My heritage and all its traditions, customs, and foods have always been of tremendous importance to me, and I wanted to be sure to bring them with me to college. Luckily, WashU and St. Louis have made that easier than I had ever expected. WashU has a host of multicultural student groups that celebrate the various cultural heritages of the diverse student body. These groups are open to all students who wish to join, and they put on some incredible events in honor of various holidays and special occasions. Coming from such a food-centric family, it’s also nice to know that I can always venture out into St. Louis for a taste of home. I’ve also met students from a wide variety of backgrounds, who are eager to share aspects of both the heritage we have in common and that which we do not. WashU has been a wonderful place to celebrate where I come from and to learn about where others do as well.

THE FIRST CHILD TO GO TO COLLEGE As the oldest child in the family, I always had certain expectations resting on my shoulders. I was always the responsible one, taking care of my younger sibling and setting an example for him to follow over the years. When my parents needed something to be done, they would call on me to do it. Always. While my brother played his Wii or played catch with his friends, I would pick up the groceries, call Expedia, talk to the neighbors, etc. Over the years, I began to assume that the family depended on me, and that I was self-sufficient enough to do everything by myself. So, naturally, when I came to WashU, I was not worried about the college experience. After all, how hard could it really be? Calling a doctor when necessary, eating healthy meals, doing my own laundry, and taking advantage of the resources around me: These are the things that I had been doing for years for my family. Yet as easy as it may have seemed, the most difficult part about the college transition was the very quality that I had assumed I had — readiness. As the oldest child, you may feel like you’re completely prepared for whatever is about to come. You may know what classes to take, how to take care of yourself, and how to use the resources at hand. But just know that no one can be 100 percent ready for college. Whether it’s living with strangers, modifying or completely scrapping your master plan, or even living by yourself, you’ll always encounter something unexpected. But never be afraid of unexpected experiences. Enjoy them! It is college, after all. Also, don’t be afraid to ask others for help. There are countless resources dedicated solely to helping you (yes, you!) in these unexpected situations. You will encounter new experiences every step of the way so expect some chaos, cherish these moments, and be comfortable relying on others for help. AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT When I started at WashU, even the word “international student” caused stress and fear for me. I felt as if I was expected to complete two seemingly overwhelming tasks simultaneously: go to college and learn the American way. Sure, I was not the only international student on campus; there were kids from all over the world. Still, I had to learn how to make myself comfortable here. Part of getting comfortable was reconnecting with the people back home and easing the homesickness. I video-chatted with my family and called my friends to see how they were. I hung photos and paintings that I had brought with me so that I could remind myself of home. I even ordered local snacks and drinks from Amazon. Doing these little things reminded me of who I am and where I’m from. But I also knew I had to take a risk. Reminding myself of home was good, but coming to WashU allowed me the opportunity to expand my horizons and try new things. There were hundreds of clubs and organizations for me to try out, and students were so eager to listen to stories about my experiences, my

culture, and my history. So here’s my advice: branch out, take risks, and talk to some new people. Share your story because others will listen to you. If you need help adjusting, Stix International House, home of the Office for International Students and Scholars (oiss.wustl.edu), is also a great resource. They have different programs that allow international students to meet one another and form great friendships. All in all, think of WashU as your new home — meet new people, talk to family and friends, and don’t be afraid to get outside your comfort zone. Don’t worry; we’re all friends here. A STUDENT FROM THE SOUTH Starting school in St. Louis, Missouri as someone from the South has presented its own challenges, but there are some things you can do to prepare for confronting these. My greatest fear when coming to school was winter. In my home town, if it snowed at all, school was canceled with no questions asked. Here, I’ve had to trudge through the wind and snow to get to class in 20 degree weather. Please do yourself a favor and get quality winter wear. Bundle up before heading outside. It will make going to class on an icy January day much more bearable! The transition has been a very eye opening and educational experience. It has definitely been very fun to get to know people from so many backgrounds that differ from my own and learn about life elsewhere. Bringing these different perspectives and experiences together makes the WashU experience so meaningful and exciting. A STUDENT FROM THE WEST COAST Oftentimes, people from the West Coast cannot imagine abandoning the Pacific in exchange for flat lands and changeable weather. I’m so glad you’ve made the decision to broaden your horizons by choosing WashU! Now that you’ve come this far, here are some things you may notice while adjusting to your new home. If you’re like me, the weather is the main aspect of the Midwest that your friends and family have been shivering just thinking about. However, you have nothing to fear as long as you come prepared. Some personal recommendations of mine include a quality winter coat, thick socks, and warm gloves. Though there may be some mornings when putting on the extra layers seems pointless, it will certainly help keep you toasty on your walk to class. The weather is also notorious for changing overnight, so if you don’t like the current temperature, just cross your fingers and wait a bit. I personally loved the changing leaves in the fall and will always remember frolicking in the snow with friends once winter rolled around. After surviving this real weather, you may also discover a newfound appreciation for your hometown climate. Another aspect of the Midwest that struck me immediately was the genuine and friendly demeanor that this part of the country prides itself on. At times, it may feel like people around you are fighting to open doors for you! Though it may take some getting used to, you’ll come to see that this is

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no ruse and Midwesterners simply enjoy meeting new people and striking up a good conversation. Simply put on a big smile and give yourself extra time when walking around campus, just in case you run into some particularly chatty friends. There’s no denying that some aspects of the West Coast are irreplaceable; however, I assure you there are a multitude of new and exciting locations to discover, snow-filled adventures to embark on, and friendly Midwesterners to meet at your new home. In fact, after a little while, you may even find yourself longing to be back in wonderful St. Louis during long semester breaks. A STUDENT FROM THE EAST COAST When the dust of the college application season finally settled and everyone had officially chosen where they would be heading to school the next fall, it seemed like most of my friends from high school were only going to be a few hours’ drive from our Connecticut hometown. They were all planning road trips to go and visit each other in New York and Pennsylvania and Massachusetts while I was trying to figure out exactly how to book a Southwest flight. I was one of a small number venturing beyond the East Coast, and even the others who were going to far off places seemed to be going somewhere more exciting, like the sunny West Coast or even to other countries. I had always thought I knew I wanted to explore a new region when I went to school, but I still found myself questioning if I had made the right decision. I had heard of Midwestern hospitality before but that was really all I had to go off so I wasn’t sure what to expect when I stepped off my plane in St. Louis. From the cab driver striking up a conversation on the ride to campus, to my RAs and WUSAs greeting me at my new home, I felt welcomed right from the start. Today, I couldn’t imagine going to school anywhere else. Toasted ravioli is to die for, and being away from home gives me a real feeling of independence. There is so much to do and see in St. Louis, from museums in Forest Park and concerts at the Pageant, to trying out new restaurants like Pappy’s famous BBQ and Jilly’s award winning cupcakes. I’m close enough to Connecticut that the plane ride home for breaks and holidays is short, but I still get to explore a new city, so I really feel like I’m getting the best of both worlds while I build an incredible community here in St. Louis.

GETTING CONNECTED CENTER FOR DIVERSIT Y AND INCLUSION The Center for Diversity and Inclusion enhances and strengthens Washington University in St. Louis’ commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. The Center’s staff supports and advocates for students from traditionally underrepresented or marginalized populations and creates collaborative partnerships with campus and community members to promote dialogue and social change. The Center is an integral part of the University’s core mission to develop students as future leaders in the diverse global community of the 21st Century. The Center’s pillars are: advocacy, support, collaboration, and education and outreach. The Center for Diversity and Inclusion is located on the 2nd floor of Olin Library (Danforth Campus). More information is available at diversity.wustl.edu or by contacting diversityandinclusion@wustl.edu. 96

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Multicultural Student Organizations: African Students Association, AltaVoz, Ashoka, Asian American Association, Asian Multicultural Council, Asian Music Association, Association of Black Students, Association of Latin American Students, Black Anthology, Black PreLaw Association, Black Senior Alliance, Chinese Students Association, Hawaii Club, Hong Kong Students Association, Iranian Cultural Society, ITALO, Japan Peer Network, Korean International Student Society, Korean Students Association, Lunar New Year Festival, Minority Association of PreMedical Students, Mariachi Cuicacalli, Mixed, National Black MBA Association, National Organization of Minority Architecture Students, National Society of Black Engineers, PL4Y, Russian Club, Sensasians, Singapore Students Association, Taiwanese Students Organization, Thai Student Association, TRUTH: Teaching Racial Understanding Through Honesty, Turkish Students Association, Vietnamese Students Association, WU Bhangra, WU Chaahat, WU RAAS, YoWU

MULTICULTUR AL GROUPS Washington University prides itself on being a diverse and inclusive environment. In creating that environment, it provides students with the chance to join organizations that appeal to many different cultural needs and interests. Washington University has many groups aimed at ensuring a welcoming, engaging, and safe environment for students. Many cultures are represented and celebrated. You can find more information about all the different groups and their activities by visiting wugo.wustl.edu, meeting with a staff member in Student Involvement and Leadership, or by viewing more information online at studentinvolvement. wustl.edu. LGBT Student Organizations Alternative Lifestyles Association, Athlete Allies, Connections*, Open, People like us (+plus), Pride Alliance, Proud Connections, Safe Zones: Transcending Gender, WashU Ace & Aro

LGBT Washington University is committed to providing a welcoming learning and living environment for all. The staff coordinator for LGBT Student Involvement and Leadership works with students, faculty, and staff to create such an environment for members of the LGBT community and advises undergraduate student organizations.

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Religious & Spiritual Student Organizations Asian Christian Fellowship, Association of Christian Truth Seekers, Baptist Student Union, Bhakti Yoga Club, Campus Outreach, Catholic Student Union, Chabad Student Association, Christians on Campus, College Central, Episcopal Campus Ministries, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, First Year Students of Hillel, Grace Fellowship, Harambee Christian Ministries, Hillel Leadership Council, InterBeliefs Council, LeChayim, Latter Day Saints Student Association, Lutheran Campus Ministry, Muslim Students Association, Overflow, STAMM United Methodist Campus Ministries

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Washington University is interested in the growth and development of the whole student, including one’s spiritual or religious life. There are many religious groups and opportunities for you on campus as well as a multitude of local worship places to explore. For a list of faith organizations and their contact information, visit wustl.edu/community/students/religiouslife. html. If you are interested in finding student groups involved in faith-based activities and programs, visit wugo.wustl.edu.

SOCIAL JUSTICE CENTER The Social Justice Center is the product of a shared vision and a collaborative effort by Residential Life, Washington University administrators, faculty, and students. The SJC serves to centralize the efforts within the university community to combat prejudice and promote social justice. The SJC promotes awareness and understanding of social justice and diversity issues by providing education, skill-building, and advocacy opportunities to the Washington University community. The Social Justice Center focuses on: »» Providing meaningful engagement with social justice issues for students within the Residential Life communities. »» Involving Resident Advisors as liaisons to the Social Justice Center from their residential areas »» Maintaining an up-to-date, exciting library of books, magazines, and film resources on social justice issues. »» Providing opportunities for dialogue on important issues and current events through the monthly Java & Justice discussion series as well as our Community Table series. »» Increasing involvement with and collaboration between other diversity-related groups on campus through lasting and meaningful relationships. »» Connecting the Social Justice Center to other aspects of campus life including academic departments. WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

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BIAS REPORT AND SUPPORT SYSTEM Washington University values diversity, inclusion, and human dignity, and strives to foster an environment in which all community members are respected and able to take part in academic, co-curricular, and social activities. Unfortunately, though, there are times when an incident may occur that doesn’t fall in line with those values and expectations. The University developed a system through which students, faculty, staff, and community members who have experienced or witnessed incidents of bias, prejudice, or discrimination involving a student can report their experiences to the University’s Bias Report and Support System (BRSS) team.

The BRSS team is comprised of trained Washington University faculty and staff who work to: »» Support students who have witnessed or been the target of bias-related incidents »» Refer community members to campus partners, groups, or individuals who can provide ongoing support »» Inform the community about the frequency and nature of bias incidents reported through the BRSS.

Housed in the Center for Diversity & Inclusion, the Bias Report and Support System (BRSS) promotes an inclusive community at Washington University by providing a central, streamlined process for reporting incidents of hate, bias, and/or discrimination involving students.

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Some of WashU’s greatest traditions are the campus-wide cultural shows held throughout the academic year. The four signature events include Diwali, Lunar New Year Festival, Black Anthology, and Carnaval. These performances are put on throughout the year by various student groups and often sell out Edison Theatre. They include skits, dances, and other performances by students.

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Diwali is a major Hindu holiday known as the “Festival of Lights” and it is celebrated not only by Hindus but also by Jains and Sikhs all across India. At Washington University, Diwali is one of the most widely anticipated and largest student-run productions, drawing participants from many different backgrounds in order to make the show an integrated experience of cultures.

Black Anthology was founded in 1989 to commemorate the history and progress of African Americans. Since its creation, the program has been totally student run. Over the years, however, the production has evolved from a compilation of skits to a fully scripted play.

Carnaval Carnaval is the annual Latin cultural show organized by the Association of Latin American Students. The show is named after the grand festivals of music and dancing that occur throughout the world on the eve of Lent with the most popular carnavales being the ones in Brazil. The show features several dances as well as a skit.

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Lunar New Year Festival The Lunar New Year Festival is an annual production celebrating the Lunar New Year and promoting awareness of East Asian culture through traditional and contemporary performances. Interspersed throughout the show is a skit seeking to engage the community in a social justice issue affecting the Asian American community, and fundraising throughout the year aims to give back to the community around us. Completely student-run, this show brings together performances from various parts of East Asia for an exhilarating cultural celebration!

A NEW AND DIVERSE COMMUNITY At the start of my first year, I struggled a lot with feelings of isolation and anxiety. I really wanted to make friends, and although I made an effort to strike up conversations during floor meetings and in the halls, at first it felt like I wasn’t making genuine connections. Before coming to WashU, I had all these impressions of what college would be like, of immediately connecting with people, going to parties, and finding a community on my floor. I desperately wanted to fit this image of what I thought college should’ve been, and it was really discouraging when none of those things really happened. However, what did happen and what I have experienced has been more valuable than I could have ever expected.

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The summer before college, I got really into spoken word poetry, and watched a ton of slam poetry videos online. I was really excited when I heard that WashU had a large slam poetry group on campus, so I started going to their weekly poetry workshops. Basically, we go through a few writing prompts, sit and write for an hour, and then gather in a circle to share our poems. As we read our poetry, people would snap their fingers in support, and make a conscious effort to affirm one another as we shared our experiences. I was suddenly surrounded by people not only devoted to telling their own stories, but also dedicated to supporting their peers’ voices. In entering that space, I got to share my story. But more importantly, I got to listen. Those weekly poetry workshops were so incredible because they gave me the opportunity to listen to such a diverse group of people, as they expressed their identities and shared their unique perspectives. I heard so much about people’s experiences with family, race, gender, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status. This in turn taught me how to better support others as they express their identities, and helped me navigate through my own. I’ve met many of my best friends through this amazing student group, but as you’ll quickly find out, WashU has so many different, amazing things to offer. As I began to branch out into other spaces, one of the most heartwarming things I discovered is that this openness and willingness to listen to one another’s experiences can be found anywhere. It pervades the campus climate, to an extent that is truly uplifting. WashU did not turn out how I expected. I didn’t immediately connect with my residential floor, or go to any wild parties, or immerse myself into the social circles I thought I wanted, but the communities I joined were so fulfilling. I found people to play board games with. To do slam poetry with. I had long conversations about Gen Chem- not just the workload, but the beauty of the subject too. I got to tell my story and listened to friends tell theirs. And all the while, I was constantly learning about myself and the people around me. Pursue the things that interest you and do the things you find fulfilling, because WashU is also filled with so many unique, wonderful people who are interested in you, your story, and what you want to bring to the table.

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BEYOND THE CLASSROOM Create your story here. As a college student, academics are your first priority. Also important is how you choose to complement your learning with opportunities and experiences outside the classroom. What are your current interests? What would you like to try? How and where do you want to leave your mark at WashU? You have many choices ahead of you. In this section, we have created a snapshot of many of the opportunities available to you. Whether your interests lie in student government, fraternity or sorority life, sports, religious organizations, or even Quidditch, WashU has something for you. Your co-curricular life is just as important as your academic life. So again, we challenge you to create your story here and be remarkable!

FIRST YEAR CENTER The First Year Center supports new students through their transition into the Washington University community to ensure that they build and sustain their academic and personal goals. The Center brings together people, programs, and resources to provide an undergraduate experience of exceptional quality where all students are known by name and story and where they prepare themselves for lives of purpose and meaning.

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SECTION CONTENTS »» A Day in the Life »» First Year Center »» A Backstage Pass to the First 40 Experience »» Campus Life »» When to Get Involved »» Student Government »» Co-Curricular Activities »» Community and Civic Engagement »» School Spirit and Traditions »» Sports on Campus »» Arts on Campus »» WashU at Your Fingertips

WELCOME FROM LORI S. WHITE, Ph.D. VICE CHANCELLOR FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS

I am the lady who wears pink tennis shoes on campus; is the selfappointed school spirit police officer who will “call you out” if she sees you wearing anything but WashU Swag on campus; and will invite you to lunch if you stop her on campus and introduce yourself. So who am I? I am the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. As the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, my colleagues and I focus primarily on your outside-of-the classroom life at Washington University. We are the folks who: coordinate orientation; work in your residence halls, the Danforth University Center, the Sumers Center for Recreation; get you connected with leadership and other involvement opportunities; make sure you are make sure you are staying healthy physically and mentally, and, and are making good choices related to your personal and community behavior; support WashU spirit and traditions including 17 varsity sports; provide you with a range of academic and other support services; and help you chart your post-graduation path. Once your family and friends congratulated you on your acceptance to Washington University in St. Louis, I am sure the next phrase you heard was “college will be the best years of your life!” I know you will have many “best years” and sincerely hope the time you spend at WashU is among them. You have decided to attend a university that is a top academic institution and one that will provide a range of opportunities and experiences that will prepare you for a successful and satisfying future. I look forward to personally welcoming you to WashU and to learning your name and story. Go Bears!

JUNE & JULY SOAR: Summer Orientation Advising Registration This on-campus, three-day, overnight experience includes meeting with an advisor and registering for classes, getting to know upperclass student leaders, exploring campus and the St. Louis community, as well as meeting some of your new classmates. First Year Center PHON E

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A DAY IN THE LIFE My alarm goes off at 8:00 AM and I immediately remain in bed and prepare to ignore it for the next twenty minutes until I can slowly convince myself to get up. Although you can probably tell that I’m not a morning person, I would much rather maximize my day! I hop in the shower, grab my books, and wait for my suitemate, Sarah, to finish getting ready before we head over to Einstein’s in Simon Hall1. We chat for a bit over our bagels and coffee, but before we know it, it’s already 9:00 am, and time for us to go our separate ways. Sarah heads to Seigle2 for her Environmental Policy class, and I head over to Olin Library3 to check my WashU email, Blackboard, and WebSTAC4. I sit at a table while I look over my planner to make sure I’m prepared for everything that’s in store for the day, and to tie up any loose ends that I didn’t get to the night before. At 10:00 AM I pack up my things and walk towards Brown Hall5 for my first class of the day, Biology6. I find my friends Jasmine and Jonny, whom I met from my first-year residence hall, and we snag our usual seats. As soon as lecture ends I’m out the door and making my way towards SOFIA JOISON Brookings Archway7 for my 11:00 AM tour that I will be leading. School of Engineering & Applied Science, For the next hour, I guide a group of prospective students and Class of 2018 families throughout campus before returning to the archway and ending the tour. As I’m leaving Brookings Quad8, I get a text to meet up with my friends Ingrid and Sophie for lunch, so I make my way to the DUC9. We grab food from our respective favorite stations and bring it outside to enjoy the beautiful fall day. After lunch I meet up with my friend Tom, who I met during Pre-O10, and we head over to Louderman11 for our En Math A12 class at 1:00 PM. When class ends at 2:30, I quickly say bye and head over to my third and final class of the day, Data Structures and Algorithms. I sit next to my friend Will, my computer science lab partner from last semester, as we listen to a lecture taught by one of our favorite professors. After class ends at 4:30, I go to Bauer13 and grab a table to start my work. I see my good friends Kat and Abby walking in and I motion them to come sit at my table. We spend the next couple of hours working on our independent projects. Kat is finishing up her lab report for Earth Materials, Abby is editing her paper for Survey of Latin American Culture, and I’m working on my En Math problem set. As the time nears 6:00 PM, Abby and I say goodbye to Kat and head over to the DUC for our Relay For Life14 steering meeting. After Relay, a few of the steering members and I decide to go to BD15 back on the 4016 to grab dinner. We snatch an open booth (a hot commodity) and exchange stories from our week as we eat. As I’m walking out of BD I run into my COSA17, Sandy, and we quickly chat about our upcoming WUSA18 hours this week. I finally arrive back to my room at 9:30 pm, where I continue studying. I finish preparing for my bio lab19, study for a quiz, and read a chapter in my Algorithms textbook. By the time I’m done, it’s 1:30 AM and I’m ready to sleep. I leave my room, quickly catch up with my suitemates as our nights are coming to an end, and jump in bed. I set my alarm clock, put my head down, and am fast asleep within minutes. Goodnight! 1. Simon Hall houses the Olin Business School and has lecture and seminar classrooms, study rooms, a library, a courtyard, open study spaces, and an Einsteins Bros Bagels. / 2. Seigle Hall houses the departments of Political Science, Economics, and Education, as well as a portion of the Law School and a variety of lecture and seminar classrooms. / 3. Olin library is the main library located at the center of the Danforth Campus. / 4. Blackboard is the website used by WashU professors to post syllabi, assignments, course documents, and grades that students need for their classes. WebSTAC is the website that students use to register for courses, view their course schedule, see their transcript, and much more. / 5. Brown Hall has lecture classrooms that are utilized by a variety of departments, including biology and computer science. / 6. Biology is one of the large introductory science classes that many students will take. / 7. Brookings Archway is the castle-like building that is often photographed when you see pictures of WashU. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Student Financial Services are housed within Brookings Hall to the sides of the archway. / 8. Brookings Quad is the courtyard just behind the iconic Brookings archway. Significant events such as Celebration in the Quad and W.I.L.D. occur here, but on a normal day it’s a nice spot for students to hang, eat, and throw a Frisbee. / 9. The Danforth University Center, referred to as the DUC (pronounced “duck”), is a major student center on campus. It houses the largest campus eatery, Ibby’s Campus Bistro, the Career Center, Student Involvement and Leadership, and Student Union, just to name a few. It’s where a lot of students have lunch. / 10. Pre-O, short for Pre-Orientation, is a great way to kick-start your WashU experience for the four days before Bear Beginnings. WashU has a variety of optional, interest-based programs for new students to choose from. / 11. Although Louderman Hall houses the Department of Chemistry, it contains a large lecture hall that is utilized by a variety of departments. / 12. En Math A is short for Engineering Mathematics . Engineering Mathematics A and B are upper-level math courses required for a variety of engineering majors. / 13. Bauer Hall is one of the newest buildings on campus that houses the Olin Business School. It has a variety of high-tech study rooms, lecture halls, specialized service facilities, and a beautiful atrium surrounding a Starbucks and café. / 14. Relay for Life is an all night campus event to raise money for the American Cancer Society. / 15. Bear’s Den, or BD, is the main dining facility located on the South 40, and offers a variety of food options. It also houses Paws & Go, an amazing on-campus market. / 16. The South 40, commonly shortened to “The 40”, is the southernmost 40 acres of the WashU campus that boasts our residential community. / 17. COSA is an abbreviation for co-WUSA. WUSA (pronounced “woo-sa”) stands for Washington University Student Associates, and they are the group of students that aid with the transition of first year students to WashU. WUSAs generally work in pairs, and Sandy is my partner. / 18. WUSA hours are the regular two hours a week that WUSAs spend with their first year students. / 19. Most introductory science courses will have a laboratory component to them. Students will prepare for the lab, execute the lab instructions, and then come to conclusions based on the lab.

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AUGUST Pre-Orientation Pre-Orientation programs are a great start to your WashU experience. Held before Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation, they provide you with the opportunity to work closely with a campus organization, gain valuable leadership skills, get a jump start on getting involved on campus, and meet other students with similar interests. See pages 29-31 for more information.

Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation This welcome week officially introduces Washington University to new students and their families. You will learn more about the academic opportunities in your school and the residential college experience, as well as participate in social activities with your classmates. See page 41 for more information.

First Year Reading Program Each entering class reads a book sent to them over the summer. When you arrive at WashU, you will join intellectual, small-group discussions led by a faculty or staff member to discuss the book. See page 39 for more information.

SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER First 40 Foundations First 40 Foundations, informational sessions held on the South 40, introduce you to various campus resources and tackle topics critical for new student success, such as approaching the college classroom.

First 40 The First 40 is a series of fun events and activities on campus and in the community that are open to new students during their first 40 days at Washington University in St. Louis. Visit first40. wustl.edu for more information.

JANUARY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MARCH Emerging Leaders Program In the spring semester, new students can take part in the Emerging Leaders Program, a seven-week leadership development experience. Each week focuses on a different area of leadership. In this program, you will learn how to strengthen your personal leadership style and skills. Working in small groups, you are paired with an upperclass peer mentor.

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APRIL First-Year Finale First-Year Finale is a celebration held at the end of the first year to allow students to reflect on their first-year experiences and recognize outstanding members of the university community who contributed to their first-year success.

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Home Plate Founded and run by Risa Zwerling Wrighton, wife of Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton, the Home Plate program matches you with a host family you can visit several times a year for home cooked meals and enjoyable dinnertime conversation. (See page 73 for more information.)

Lunch By The Dozen You have the opportunity to participate in a series of lunches and dinners throughout the year hosted by faculty who teach large introductory courses in fields such as chemistry, psychology, physics, history, math, and art history. Get to know a professor outside of the large student lecture hall. SAVE THE DATE FOR A FEW OF FALLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EXCITING EVENTS August 25 August 25 - 28 August 29 August 30 September 2 September 5 September 9 September 16 October 2 October 15-18 October 28-30 November 23-27 December 9 December 12-21

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Move-In Day Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation Day 1 and First Day of Classes First 40 Foundations begins First Friday & Fall Activities Fair Labor Day (no classes) First Floor Dinner & All-Class Event Balloon Glow in Forest Park Carnival on the Swamp Fall Break (no classes) and Bike-In Movie in Forest Park Parent & Family Weekend Thanksgiving break (no classes) Last day of classes Reading period & final exams

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A BACKSTAGE PASS TO THE FIRST 40 EXPERIENCE The first 40 days of your college experience will be full of all sorts of different emotions: the eagerness to start classes, the fear of leaving home, and the excitement of beginning a new chapter in your life, to name a few. With all of these unknowns, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure about what you should be doing and when you should be doing it. Fortunately, the First Year Center provides the support and encouragement students will need as they transition into life at WashU. The First 40 Experience, spanning the first forty days on campus for new students, implements unique and memorable events welcoming students to campus. These events allow first-year students to form relationships with their peers, feel comfortable in their new environment, and explore some of the incredible opportunities that St. Louis has to offer. DAVID RASO School of Engineering & Applied Science, Class of 2018

Understandably, the premier First 40 event is Day 1: a celebration both before and after the first day of classes to help transition students into their first-ever college courses with ease. Beginning in the Underpass, upperclass students wearing bright WUSA shirts will be passing out school supplies and taking pictures to commemorate the occasion. The WUSAs will be around all day guiding you to classes and answering any questions you may have, so finding your way around on that first day should be a breeze! Two weeks later, new students will have their First Floor Dinner where you and your floormates will come together to enjoy a delicious meal. Following that, you will head out to celebrate WashU’s annual Night at the Museum. It’s a fantastic night of music, student performances, and fun. In the past, the event has been held at various St. Louis venues including the Arch, Science Center, Missouri History Museum, and City Museum. It really is an exciting way to explore the great new city you call home and strengthen your relationships with new friends. Symphony on the South 40 soon follows which brings an integral part of the St. Louis arts scene to campus. Some extremely talented professional musicians come straight to you and perform a set of incredible pieces. It’s a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the fall weather outside while listening to beautiful music. In addition to these, there is a multitude of other exciting events put on by other organizations. The fall Activities Fair is a highlight of the first few weeks of classes and allows new students an opportunity to experience the hundreds of clubs and organizations in one space. It’s an excellent opportunity to see what is offered and decide how you want to get involved. Congress of the South 40 also puts on various events for firstyear students mainly through each Residential College’s College Council. Many of these take place on the South 40, so it allows easy access and is always an enjoyable time. These are just a few highlights of the First 40 Experience, but hopefully you get a taste of what there is to look forward to. There are so many other events put on by your WUSAs, RAs, and RCDs in addition to these, so there should be a never-ending amount of fulfilling events for you to enjoy. Hopefully you can make the most of every single First 40 event which will help make your first year experience as fun-filled as possible.

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GETTING INVOLVED You can find countless opportunities to quickly get involved in meaningful co-curricular activities. Both staff and students are here to help you find the right connection for you.

LE ARNING TO LE AD In addition to finding fun and interesting ways to spend your free time, we want to challenge you to understand what constitutes good leadership. While you are here, you will learn how to apply that knowledge to your experiences. To support this effort, Student Involvement and Leadership invites you to participate in leadership development opportunities including the Leadership Summit, Redefining Community Experience, and the Emerging Leaders Program. For more information, please visit studentinvolvement.wustl.edu.

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Student Involvement and Leadership (SIL) sponsors several programs to promote student engagement on campus. To help you make decisions about your involvement, SIL holds Advisor of the Day hours, which gives you the chance to meet with staff, learn about co-curricular opportunities, and make the most of your time here.

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There are countless ways to become involved at WashU. Check out Student Union’s list of student organizations and their contact information by visiting su.wustl.edu. Additional information on student groups can be found at wugo.wustl.edu. An Activities Fair will be held in early September and again in January. Approximately 300 student groups will be represented, and members will share information about what they do and how new students can become involved.

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Alpha Delta Phi

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Alpha Epsilon Pi

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Phi Delta Theta

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SORORITIES AND FR ATERNITIES WashU is home to eleven fraternities and nine sororities, all of which help foster scholarship, service, and leadership. Nearly 30% of WashU students are involved in Greek letter organizations and, through their affiliation, make positive contributions to campus and the greater community. Greek students manage to juggle the demands of the classroom with the expectations of their chapters. If you think you would like to “Go Greek,” first-year students wait until January for the recruitment process to begin. There is limited recruitment for upperclass students in the fall.

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Many student organizations and performance groups welcome students throughout the year. Others require commitments or elections at certain times of the year. To help you prepare for the year ahead, here’s a timeline of what to expect and when. PERFORMANCE GROUPS, like a cappella and improv, host auditions during the first two weeks of school. Look for fliers around campus when you arrive for more information about auditions. CULTURAL SHOWS, including Diwali, Lunar New Year Festival, Black Anthology, and Carnaval, are sponsored by various student groups. These shows often sell out Edison Theatre and include skits, dances, and other performances by students. There are many ways to get involved, so be sure to look for these groups during the Activities Fair on Friday, September 2nd to learn more about the shows and audition dates. STUDENT UNION (SU) is the undergraduate student government. New students can get involved with SU from their first semester on campus as senators, treasurers, or on First-Year Class Council. Elections for senators and treasurers happen each semester; class council is elected in September for the first-year class and then in March for subsequent years su.wustl.edu. CONGRESS OF THE SOUTH 40 (CS40) is the student board that oversees life in the South 40 residential area. New students can get involved at the residential college-level by becoming a part of your college council or an assembly representative. CS40 is responsible for many events including CS40 Week, WUStock, and more. DANCE MARATHON (DM) is a major fundraiser on campus, raising money for Children’s Miracle Network of Greater St. Louis. This year’s DM is on November 12. You can register as a dancer and form teams with your floors or friends or can show up on the day of to participate in this 12-hour dance party FRATERNITY AND SORORITY INVOLVEMENT is an opportunity close to 30% of students choose. Men and women in the Class of 2020 may go through recruitment in the spring; transfer students may go through recruitment in the fall. WUSAs are the students who guide you through your first year at WashU. By around this time of the year, you may realize that you also want to help new students transition to college (we think it’s the best role on campus). The WUSA application process happens early in the spring semester firstyear.wustl.edu.

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SU SPRING ELECTIONS are held for the upcoming year’s executive council, class councils, senate, and treasury. Election packets are available in February and ballots are cast during the first week of March. If you missed the opportunity to run for a position in the fall, you can always run in the spring! RELAY FOR LIFE is another major fundraiser on campus held on Francis Field each April to benefit the American Cancer Society. Similar to Dance Marathon, you can register early to walk and raise money with a team, or arrive on the night of the event and participate in the Relay

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STUDENT GOVERNMENT STUDENT UNION Advocate. Allocate. Program. Student Union is Washington University’s undergraduate student government. The mission of Student Union is to create a vibrant campus community by advocating for the needs and interests of undergraduate students, developing and implementing both innovative and traditional programs, and allocating the student activity fee for unique and engaging activities, programs, and initiatives. Visit su.wustl.edu for information. Student Union’s offices are on the first floor of the Danforth University Center. CONGRESS OF THE SOUTH 40 Congress of the South 40 (CS40) is the programming board for students residing in the residential colleges on the South 40. CS40 creates an engaged and active community through a variety of interactive programs and events that it plans and co-sponsors each semester. Two of CS40’s traditions are the South 40 Formal and the Residential College Olympics (RCO). CS40 is made up of officers, boards, and college councils. CS40 also owns and operates a rental car for use by South 40 residents. Running for an officer or college council position or joining one of the boards is a great way to get involved in your Residential College and on campus. We invite everyone to participate! Visit CS40.wustl.edu for more information or stop by one of our many events during Bear Beginnings as we welcome you to your new home. SCHOOL COUNCILS All five undergraduate academic divisions (Architecture, Art, Arts & Sciences, Business, and Engineering) are represented by their own council. Each council offers programming specific to the school, acts as a channel of communication between students and its school administrators, and gives students a social outlet. Council events have included Bauhaus, Vertigo, Art Prom, and Olinpalooza. CLASS COUNCILS Each class (first-year, sophomore, junior, senior) elects a class council of five representatives. The primary goal is to develop class unity through a variety of programs and activities. STUDENT ENTREPRENEURIAL PROGRAM (StEP) The Student Entrepreneurial Program (StEP) provides students with the opportunity to run their own businesses and provide the campus community with resources that may otherwise be unavailable. New business ideas are always welcome. Funding is available for students interested in starting a new venture or buying existing businesses. Students interested in learning more are encouraged to contact Mary Zabriskie, mary. zabriskie@wustl.edu, and visit the StEP website at step.wustl.edu. Gregg Walkway (right), which connects the South 40 with Main Campus via the Underpass, serves as home to many StEP businesses. You can also find Student Technology Services (STS), Uncle Joe’s Peer Counseling, and Cornerstone: The Learning Center along this row of storefronts in the lower level of Gregg House. 110

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First-Year Class Council elections are held during the first few weeks of school; be sure to look for more information when you arrive in August.

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COMMUNITY AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT Active civic and community involvement is a central part of WashU’s student culture. By engaging in the local community, you can explore and positively impact St. Louis, meet peers who share a common interest, and develop the leadership skills necessary to lead change at the national or international level. Many opportunities are available, from one-day projects and philanthropy events to community partnerships that involve a greater commitment and a deeper exploration of your role as a civic agent.

THE GEPHARDT INSTITUTE FOR CIVIC AND COMMUNIT Y ENGAGEMENT

The Gephardt Institute for Civic & Community Engagement PHON E

(314) 935-5599 W EB SIT E

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The Gephardt Institute is your resource for understanding and navigating the many ways you can be engaged with the community and issues beyond our campus through service and other civic initiatives. Our programming provides dynamic, powerful experiences that will help you understand how to align civic and community engagement with your own passions and skills, now and in the future. You can join one of the 57 studentled community service groups, explore courses that apply inclass learning to address community needs, tutor K-12 students through Each One Teach One, gain skills to advocate for causes you believe in, register to vote, learn about ballot initiatives and candidates, attend our St. Louis Up Close dialogues with local leaders, and be immersed in an issue through a service trip or nonprofit internship. When you arrive on campus, be on the lookout for information on Meet St. Louis, half-day experiences that will help you discover and explore the richness of your new hometown. Find us at oncampus events such as our Community Service Fair to learn about the many programs and options available to you. Later, you might need funding or transportation assistance as you pursue projects that are important to you; the Civic Engagement Fund and the CarShare Fund are available to support those expenses. Additionally the Goldman Fellows Program and Civic Scholars Program provide excellent opportunities to grow as a civic leader; you’ll begin hearing about these competitive programs in the spring. If you know you want to be involved in the community but you aren’t sure how to begin, just stop by our office and we’ll be glad to help you navigate your options. At Washington University, the opportunities to be engaged in the community are endless!

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CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES At the beginning of my first year at WashU, I was apprehensive about joining clubs because I wanted to make sure I could handle all of my classes first. Like most incoming students, I had been overloaded with activities in high school, and I wanted to finally relax and take a step back. After a semester of getting settled, I realized that I needed more variety in my life, and I wanted to find ways to get involved on campus and meet new people. I tried out a bunch of groups ranging from community service to club sports before I found what I wanted to do. Now, I am involved in a few student groups and have a job that I really enjoy. Although these activities require a significant time commitment, I have found that having a busy schedule helps me work more efficiently. There is something for everyone at WashU. There are a variety of organizations offering all levels of commitment and involvement. Community service groups are available for anyone who is interested in making a difference around campus and/ or the greater St. Louis area. Club sports and intramurals are offered for students of all levels of athletic experience. There are also performing arts groups, cultural groups, and religious organizations on campus. If you already know what you want to study, you might be able to find research opportunities or organizations related to your academic interests as well. There are paid positions through a variety of campus departments if you want to find a job. If you really cannot find a group that suits your particular interests, you can pull together a group of friends and start it yourself! My advice to first-year students is to be adventurous. As a friend or family member has probably already told you at least once, college is a time to explore! You might eventually find a club that sparks an interest you didn’t even know you had. The activities fair, held on Mudd Field in both the fall and the spring, is a great way to find out more about the different co-curricular options available at WashU. You can also use the website WUGO to peruse the different organizations on your own time. Whether you join alone or join with friends, you are guaranteed to meet new people who share your interests when you get involved on campus. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t find something that you are passionate about right away. Sometimes it takes time to find your niche, and that is perfectly okay. Your years at WashU will go by faster than you think, so take advantage of all of the incredible opportunities you have here!

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Campus Y PHON E

(314) 935-5010 W EB SIT E

campusY.wustl.edu facebook.com/wucampusy

Check out campusY.wustl.edu to learn about all of their programs.

Learn. Lead. Serve. Join the Campus Y and be part of an organization that has been on campus for over 100 years! The Campus Y has more than 25 student-led programs serving the Washington University community and the greater St. Louis community. Their programs span a wide range of issues and have something for everyone. The Campus Y organizes programs such as Safe Trick-or-Treat in partnership with the CS40 that provides an opportunity for school-age children to trick-or-treat throughout the residential colleges; Greg Delos Y-Tutor, a program organized to help St. Louis students develop academically; and W.A.G.S. (Working so Animals Get Support), a program that supports and socializes dogs and cats at local animal shelters, just to name a few. Whatever you are interested in, the Campus Y is an excellent opportunity for students to find their niche. Be sure to check out our website at campusY.wustl.edu to learn about all our programs or stop by their office in the basement of Umrath Hall, next to Mallinckrodt Center, to learn about all of their programs.

SPORTS ON CAMPUS VARSIT Y ATHLE TICS

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As a founding member of the University Athletic Association, Washington University competes in Division III of the NCAA. Bears athletics have developed a very strong reputation both in our conference and nationally, winning 19 NCAA National Team Championships, 180 UAA Titles, and making 206 NCAA team appearances. Additionally, WashU annually finishes in the top 10 of the Learfield Sports Director’s Cup, an award that ranks the best athletics programs in each NCAA and NAIA Division. WashU’s student-only fan group, Red Alert, supports Washington University athletics by encouraging all students to come out to the games. Membership in Red Alert is free and you can sign up at the beginning of the year or at most of the athletic events during the year. Along with receiving free pizza and prizes from Red Alert, you will be promoting school spirit and cheering on your fellow classmates. For more information and updates on athletics as well as team schedules please visit WashU Athletics’ website: bearsports.wustl.edu.

INTR AMUR AL SPORTS Intramural (IM) sports are an enjoyable and relaxing way to get to know a lot of people through organized recreational activities. The Intramural Sports Program offers 34 team, individual, and special events throughout the academic year for all members of the Washington University community. You do not have to have prior experience or be an athlete to participate in IM sports. Participants may choose to play at a recreational or highly competitive level. Anyone with a WashU ID is eligible to participate in men’s, women’s, and coed events. Traditional sports such as flag football, volleyball, basketball, and softball are staples of the intramural calendar, while sports such as ultimate frisbee, inner tube water polo, and Euchre offer nontraditional options. The Intramural Sports Program offers a free agent list for individuals in search of a team to play on, as well as managers who need extra players. WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

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Additionally, the Intramural Sports program is always looking for officials in basketball, flag football, soccer, softball, and volleyball. Intramural officials work in a fun and social environment (while making some money) with a flexible work schedule. For more information about participating in IM sports or student employment opportunities, please call 314.935.5193, visit the Intramural Office located on the 4th floor of the Athletics Complex, or check out the “Intramural Sports” tab at bearsports. wustl.edu.

SPORTS CLUBS Sports Club Board (SCB), one of the largest student groups at WashU, is a Student Union–recognized student group of 40 different sports club teams. While the SCB oversees the clubs, each team is run independently by student athletes. In the 2014-2015 academic year, there were sports clubs ranging from badminton to wrestling, serving more than 1,100 students. Many students choose to participate in sports clubs, which are more competitive than intramural sports, but do not require as much of a time commitment as varsity sports. It is very easy to join a sports club, and if you do not find a team that interests you, you may be able to start your own! Click on the “Intramural Sports” tab at bearsports.wustl.edu, then click on “Sports Clubs” to get up-to-date contact information about all the sports clubs at the University.

Archery Badminton Baseball Basketball Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Climbing Crew Cycling Equestrian Fencing Field Hockey Figure Skating Golf Gymnastics Ice Hockey Lacrosse Okinawan Karate-Do

Roller Hockey Rugby Running Sailing Ski & Snowboard Soccer Softball Squash Table Tennis Tae Kwon Do Tennis Triathlon Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball Water Polo Wrestling

ARTS ON CAMPUS Washington University enjoys a vibrant array of public arts offerings available to community and campus audiences alike. Opportunities range from world-class professional performances and exhibitions to concerts, plays, art shows, and writing workshops that give students a chance to hone their talents, WashU is a leading resource for engaging and inspiring cultural opportunities in the St. Louis region and beyond.

PERFORMING ARTS Edison Theatre presents a season of varied and acclaimed professional performances each year, including Ovations and Ovations for Young People series. The Performing Arts Department in Arts & Sciences stages world-class performances and offers rigorous academics for anyone interested in theater and performance studies, dance or drama. The Department of Music in Arts & Sciences also presents an extensive lineup of public concerts each year including student, faculty, and guest performances, in addition to opportunities for students to enrich their education through the study of music.

VISUAL ARTS Washington University boasts a diverse array of opportunities for exploring the visual arts. From the outstanding collection and special exhibitions at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum to the numerous galleries and installation spaces around campus to rigorous and interdisciplinary academic offerings, anyone— whether casual visitor or dedicated artist—will find a host of excellent visual arts resources on campus. 114

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EXPLORE THE ARTS AT WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY 560 Music Center Assembly Series Department of Music Edison Theatre Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Performing Arts Department arts.wustl.edu

LITER ARY ARTS Washington University offers a number of opportunities for anyone interested in the literary arts to engage with instructors and other writers on campus. Anyone can apply to be part of the intensive and energetic Young Writers or Summer Writers programs. A number of academic departments on campus emphasize the literary arts, including the Department of English and the Center for the Humanities. Playwriting opportunities include the annual A.E. Hotchner Playwriting Competition and Festival sponsored by the Performing Arts Department, the student-sponsored Day O’ Shame, a 24-hour playwriting slam, and Thyrmetition, a competition sponsored by Thyrsus, a student organization. Current students can also receive help and develop writing skills at the Writing Center.

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SCHOOL SPIRIT AND TRADITIONS Washington University has over 150 years of history, school pride, and some incredible traditions our students love to participate in! CONVOCATION Convocation is one of the most memorable nights of your first year on campus. Walking to the Athletics Complex decked out in the swag from your residential college and cheering chants you learned five minutes before, you feel united with the rest of your class as you fill the bleachers. You get to hear amazing messages from the Chancellor, a faculty member, and a student speaker before being sent to a path lighted by thousands of glow sticks held by parents and family members as you make your way to Brookings Quadrangle. Here, you are greeted with smiles and a favorite St. Louis treat! The night is truly one of a kind and a great way to begin your WashU experience! SPORTING EVENTS Washington University Athletics are top dogs in NCAA Division III sports. With 19 national championships, it is always a great time to go cheer on the Bears to a victory. Red Alert is the student-based fan group for WashU Athletics and they promote great school spirit at athletic events, giving away t-shirts, prizes and food at many of the games. You can join Red Alert by going to the WashU Athletics website and signing up. Be sure to come out and support your student-athletes and friends in their home games! THURTENE Overseen by ThurtenE Junior Honorary, ThurtenE is the largest and oldest student-run carnival in the country! Each spring semester in front of Brookings Hall, students put on plays, build facades, organize games, and sell food (we leaving putting up the Tilt-A-Whirl and other rides to the professionals) to create an unforgettable WashU experience. UNIVERSITY RING Students and alumni wear Washington University rings to symbolize the shared experience and achievements on campus and beyond. All WashU rings bear the University emblem (featuring stars, a book, and fleurs-de-lis). University rings can be ordered at any time; typically, juniors choose to order their ring in preparation for their final year at WashU. Students, along with alumni, are invited to a special ring ceremony in April. CULTURAL EVENTS The diversity of Washington University comes to life through the many cultural groups present on campus. Some of these groups put on shows in Edison Theatre each year to share with the student body. Diwali, sponsored by Ashoka, the South Asian Student Organization, showcases South Asian tradition in the fall, while the Association of Latin American Students (ALAS) puts on Carnaval in the spring to celebrate Latin American heritage through exhilarating dance numbers. Black Anthology is a student-written play that highlights both Black history and 116

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modern-day life and the Lunar New Year Festival showcases East Asian culture through skits and dancing. These events are the main attractions on campus the weekend they show. It is so much fun to watch your friends, or even perform up on the stage yourself. COMMUNITY SERVICE Community service is an integral part of the Washington University community. A great way to get involved is through our program Meet St. Louis. First year students are given the opportunity to explore and give back to St. Louis through trips of service with Washington University faculty. In the fall semester, a team of students puts on Dance Marathon for the entire campus. A 12-hour dance party fills up the DUC to raise funds for local hospitals through Children’s Miracle Network. In the spring semester, Relay for Life is held, in support of the American Cancer Society. Also a 12-hour event, the night spent on Francis Field honors cancer victims, survivors and current patients.

LIVING ON THE 40 All first year students will live on the 40 acre area to the south of campus, appropriately known as the “South 40.” Many of the university’s traditions are held only a few steps from these residence halls. One tradition held in the spring is known as WUStock. Student performers show their skills as openers for the main artist. Past artists have included MKTO, Walk the Moon, and Macklemore and Ryan Lewis. Another spring tradition on the South 40 is Residential College Olympics. Students show their spirit by sporting their residential college colors and participating in Olympic and non-Olympic events, from soccer to three-legged races, in order to earn points for their residential college team. The champions of the Olympics win a trophy and bragging rights until the next spring.

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EXPLORING ST. LOUIS Washington University in St. Louis... located in Missouri. How SECTION CONTENTS many people have you had to explain that to since you decided »» The St. Louis Experience WashU was the place for you? »» Things to See & Do in St. Louis »» Map of St. Louis While some of your friends and family may be confused about »» Bucket List: 50 Things to Do our location, St. Louis is an exciting and energetic city with a wide »» Transportation & Parking array of attractions and opportunities. And you’re coming at the right time. In 2014, the city is celebrated its 250th anniversary with a yearlong birthday celebration. Look out for fiberglass cakes around town commemorating St. Louis’s most important historical events and landmarks. It’s your chance to get to know this city on the river, which was once home to Scott Joplin, is still home to the grandfather of Rock and Roll, Chuck Berry, and hosted the 1904 World’s Fair and Olympics. Residents and visitors alike laud this city for its beautiful brick architecture, amazing hospitality, great restaurants, and low cost of living. Plus, with tons of concert venues, museums (many of which are free), a world-class zoo and botanical garden, and one of the the nation’s biggest parks right at WashU’s doorstep, you won’t be short on off-campus activities to keep you busy. The articles in this chapter will highlight just some of what St. Louis has to offer, explain how you can navigate the city, and introduce you to a few of our favorite neighborhoods. You’re going to be here for a few years; we encourage you to get out and explore your new home!

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THE ST. LOUIS EXPERIENCE Throughout your first year, it can be easy to get stuck in the “WashU Bubble” and forget about all the opportunities just a few steps outside of campus. WashU offers a lot and it’s easy to fill time with classes, extra-curricular activities, and other on-campus events, but it is equally important and rewarding to spread your wings and explore some of the incredible things that St. Louis has to offer.

DAVID RASO School of Engineering & Applied Science, Class of 2018

One of the best places to explore is Forest Park, and it is even more appealing since it’s right next door to campus. A favorite for people of all ages, the over- 1000 acre park offers a natural escape from city life through its offer of endless activities. Not only does it house an art museum and history museum, but its miles of paved trail serve the perfect path for a stunning walk, run, or ride outside. For just a couple more ideas of a way to spend a fun day in Forest Park, there is a zoo, ice skating rink, and variety of special events that come to the park throughout the year. If those suggestions still don’t convince you, the best thing about Forest Park is that admittance to most of these great attractions is free! Forest Park is the perfect place to find a place to relax and recharge escape as a busy WashU student. For a quick adventure walking distance from campus, the Delmar Loop offers an eccentric variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment. You can find nearly every cuisine, including Italian, Mexican, and Thai, and some St. Louis favorites such as Fitz’s and Blueberry Hill. If you’re not in the mood to dine, check out Vintage Vinyl or other local boutiques for some unique items. If that still doesn’t tempt you, there are a number of different social activities, including bowling and the famous Tivoli movie theater to enjoy a great night with friends. To top it all off, there is an overpass connected to campus that allows easy walking access straight the Loop. The Loop is a wonderful part of St. Louis that should not be passed up. With a number of opportunities so close to campus, many students may not consider venturing out farther than walking distance. However, the public transit system in St. Louis is topnotch. Students can have a free U-Pass delivered to their campus box which allows access to the Metro Transit System’s bus and trains. This free ticket enables you to travel pretty much anywhere. There are two stops on campus: Skinker and University City-Big Bend, which provide quick travel to places all around St. Louis like the airport, downtown, and even straight to the Gateway Arch. Your U-Pass should certainly be taken advantage of because there is nothing better than exploring the city. St. Louis is a city full of unique neighborhoods, great food, rich history, excitement and adventure. Even though there are a number of fantastic opportunities on campus, I encourage every one of you to explore St. Louis and try something new to get a sense of your new home.

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Saint Louis’s Forest Park is one of the country’s largest urban parks. At 1,371 acres, it is more than 50 percent larger than New York’s Central Park, and it includes a variety of (mostly free) attractions, including museums, a boathouse with paddle boats for rent, golf courses, tennis courts, and even an ice-skating rink. // While you’re in Forest Park, you can stop by The Muny. With 11,000 seats, it is the largest outdoor amphitheater in the country. It stages seven different musicals each summer, and for every performance there are 1,500 free seats that are claimed on a first-come, first-served basis. // In addition, Forest Park is home to the Saint Louis Zoo, a free zoo that houses 19,000 animals across 655 species, and the Saint Louis Art Museum, a free museum that contains more than 30,000 works of art, including three mummies from Ancient Egypt and original paintings by Matisse, Gauguin, Monet, Picasso, and Van Gogh. // In September, you can catch the Balloon Glow in Forest Park, an event that happens every year the night before the Great Forest Park Balloon Race. At the Balloon Glow, all of the balloons that will appear in the race are inflated and lit up by their burners. // If you head to midtown, don’t miss Pappy’s Smokehouse, which serves Memphis-style barbecued brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and more. Pappy’s has been profiled in The Huffington Post and by the Travel Channel; just make sure you get there before they run out! // When going further downtown, be sure to visit Citygarden, an urban park and sculpture garden spread over two full city blocks. It includes fountains, pools, a restaurant, and beautiful trees and flowers right in the middle of downtown St. Louis. // From Citygarden, you will be able to see the Gateway Arch, St. Louis’s most recognizable landmark. The Arch is 630-feet tall, covered in stainless steel, and positioned perfectly to provide views of the entire city of St. Louis, as well as the Mississippi River and nearby Illinois. // After your trip to the Arch, you can relax with a drink and some gooey butter cake from Park Avenue Coffee. Gooey butter cake is a special St. Louis treat that resulted from a baker’s mistake during the Great Depression, and a stay in St. Louis would not be complete without a stop at Park Avenue Coffee, where they have 76 different

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gooey butter cake flavors — everything from blueberry to banana split to white chocolate raspberry. // Also downtown is City Museum, a surrealistic adult-size playground with enchanted caves, a 10-story slide, and a towering playground made of old airplane fuselages, metal tunnels, and catwalks. The museum has been designated a “great public space” by the Project for Public Spaces. // For a completely different experience, head to the Cathedral Basilica, the 5,000-seat, 100-year-old mother church of the Archdiocese of St. Louis. The basilica includes a variety of burial crypts, an outdoor sculpture structure, and the world’s largest mosaic installation. // Near the basilica is the Fabulous Fox Theatre in midtown St. Louis. A former movie palace originally built in the 1920s, the 4,500-seat theatre has been entirely renovated and now attracts some of Saint Louis’ biggest shows including musicals fresh off of Broadway, concerts, comedians, and dance companies. // For a taste of Italy, head to The Hill, a historically Italian-American neighborhood with a variety of fantastic Italian restaurants. This is also the best place to get toasted ravioli, a local dish of fried breaded ravioli and marinara dipping sauce. // Just minutes from The Hill, the Missouri Botanical Garden is a 79-acre garden and botanical research center. Its many features include a Japanese strolling garden, a playground and fountain area, and a geodesic dome conservatory. // Staying in St. Louis over winter break? Keep a look out for the Loop Ice Carnival, an event that incudes carnival games, performers, face painters, and 5k and 10k runs. There are also a variety of ice sculptures and ice carving demonstrations. // Despite the cool temperature, St. Louis also has one of the nation’s largest Mardi Gras celebrations, which usually takes place in late February or early March. Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, is a day of revelry before the beginning of Christian Lent and is celebrated with parades, music, and tons of beads. // Throughout the spring and summer, you can visit Ted Drewes, an iconic frozen custard chain in south St. Louis. It’s most famous for the concrete, a custard blend so thick that you can stick a spoon in it and turn it upside down without the spoon falling out. // Finally, you can visit the Saint Louis Science Center, a collection of buildings that includes a science museum and planetarium. It’s one of the largest science centers in the country. WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

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MAP OF ST. LOUIS Clayton 6 minutes by MetroLink Home to the Clayton business district, this area has some great restaurants and parks you’ll want to check out. It’s also a great place to take a walk!

Downtown St. Louis 17 minutes by MetroLink In Downtown St. Louis, you’ll find the Gateway Arch, Busch Stadium (home of the 2011 World Champion Cardinals), and more.

Delmar Loop 10-minute walk from the Clock Tower “The Loop” has a host of restaurants and shops, including Thai and Middle Eastern food, as well as vintage clothing stores. Central West End 10 minutes by MetroLink The Central West End has lots of restaurants and provides a great opportunity for you to get off campus. The Medical School is also here. University City Delmar Loop

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The Hill Tower Grove Park

Brentwood 10 minutes by MetroLink Brentwood is a shopping area that includes some essential stores you’ll want to visit, including Target, Trader Joe’s, and several great restaurants.

Forest Park 15-minute walk from the Clock Tower Forest Park is one of the largest urban parks in the country and the majority of the activities inside are free! Check out the zoo, a WashU student favorite.

Soulard

Midtown 12 minutes by MetroLink Midtown is home to cultural landmarks like the Fabulous Fox Theatre and Powell Hall (home of the St. Louis Symphony).

DON’ T FORGE T Tower Grove Park This neighborhood, south of Forest Park, is home to lots of cool restaurants and parks, and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Soulard

Close to the river, this neighborhood is known for its historic farmer’s market and John Donut.

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STL BUCKET LIST: 50 THINGS TO DO St. Louis will be your new home for the next four years. We hope you’ll take time to explore and discover all this great city has to offer. Not sure where to start? The students in the First Year Center have compiled a bucket list of can’t-miss Washington University in St. Louis noshes, experiences, and events. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

Eat a BLT at Crown Candy Kitchen. Play in the water at City Garden and climb on the statues (don’t worry, it’s allowed). Order and wear the WashU ring with pride. Snuggle up on the couches and enjoy a movie on the enormous screen at the Moolah Theatre and Lounge. Try to spot WashU’s campus from the top of the Arch. Go down the 10-story slide at the City Museum. Watch a movie on Art Hill with friends. Pet a stingray at the zoo. Get a hotdog at a Cardinal’s game. Watch the St. Louis Symphony at Powell Hall. Eat toasted ravioli at a restaurant on the Hill. Get a savory crepe and a sweet crepe from City Coffee House & Creperie and Crepes Etc. and decide which is better. See a show at The Pageant and sing along at the top of your lungs. Sled down Art Hill in the snow. Check out an a cappella concert at the 560 Music Center. Have a root beer float at Fitz’s. See Chuck Berry perform at Blueberry Hill. Satisfy a late-night donut craving with an apple fritter from John Donut. Do the downward dog during yoga at the Arch. Enjoy a warm plate of chicken tikka masala from House of India. Watch a shooting star go by from the hammocks on the South 40. Taste a “Delmar” at President Barack Obama’s favorite deep-dish pizza place, Pi. Have a picnic while watching a free play at Shakespeare Festival St. Louis. Paint the giant sphere at the Underpass. Go to the steps at Brookings Hall and watch the sunrise. Go to The Cup and try every cupcake flavor. Confetti is obviously the best. Head to the Saint Louis Art Museum and locate Vincent van Gogh’s “Stairway at Auvers.” Go to Jilly’s Cupcake Bar and Cafe for brunch and try all of the fancy food Collect your four best friends and eat pancakes at Uncle Bill’s. (Put strawberry jam on them. It’s amazing.) At the Missouri History Museum, locate images of the 1904 Olympics being held on Francis Field. Eat the bread pudding at Cyranos. Buy apples at the farmer’s market in Soulard. Eat a taco from Seoul Taco’s food truck on Food Truck Friday Locate Jupiter from the telescope at the Crow Observatory. Discover which of the four froyo places near WashU is the best. We think it’s Tutti Frutti. Drink an avocado slush from St. Louis Bubble Tea. Bowl a strike at Pin-Up Bowl. Buy Tiger’s Blood flavored shaved ice with Pop Rocks from TroMo (Tropical Moose). Run all the way around Forest Park. Toss a frisbee on Mudd Field. Get fries on your burger at Bailey’s Range. Learn to ice skate at Steinberg Skating Rink in Forest Park. Eat funnel cake at the Forest Park Balloon Glow. Have the mango-and-habanero barbecue sauce at The Shaved Duck. Try something from every stand at Taste of St. Louis. Try king cake at Mardi Gras. Run in the Go! St. Louis Marathon. Hike in Castlewood State Park and find your inner peace with nature. Get together with a special friend and go paddle boating at twilight in Forest Park. Graduate from WashU and stomp on that seal. WA S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y I N S T. LO U I S

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TR ANSPORTATION AND PARKING NAVIGATING CAMPUS Bus service is provided for travel exclusively around the Danforth Campus. The Circulator shuttle service operates on an approximately 20-minute frequency, seven days a week from 7:40 AM to 2:00 AM, during the academic year. Bikes are also a great way to get around campus. For your convenience, there are bike racks and bike repair stations located across campus.

E XPLORING ST. LOUIS Metro Transit Wondering how you are going to explore St. Louis or get your shopping done without a car? Metro Transit St. Louis provides transportation around the St. Louis region by MetroBus or MetroLink light rail. It also offers special services for registered ADA-eligible customers. Washington University works with Metro Transit in order to coordinate the U-Pass program, which allows all full-time undergraduate students to use any St. Louis Metro Transit service for free. With the U-Pass, students have the ability to work, intern, volunteer, and explore all of the area’s cultural and entertainment venues. Ordering your U-Pass before arriving on campus in August, will ensure that it is included in your move-in packet. More specific instructions are available on the First Year Center website, firstyear.wustl.edu. Questions may be directed to parktrans@wustl.edu or 314.935.5601.

EASY U-PASS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS If possible, you will want to order your U-Pass before arriving on campus in August. Ordering early will ensure your U-Pass is included in your movein packet. Visit firstyear.wustl.edu for information about ordering your U-Pass. Questions may be directed to parktrans@wustl.edu or 314.935.5601

Biking Bikes are a great way to get around (and get off) campus, especially if you don’t have access to a car. The Washington University Police Department (WUPD) offers Kryptonite bike locks for a low cost, and you can buy them during Bear Beginnings or throughout the rest of the year at the WUPD Office on the South 40. In addition, you must register your bike through WUPD for free to get a decal and registration number. For more information, you can go to WUPD’s website at police.wustl.edu.

Carshare As an alternative to using public transportation, the University, in conjunction with Enterprise, provides the WashU community access to a car-sharing program. Car sharing is when members of a community share a fleet of vehicles. For an hourly rental fee, you can have access to a vehicle when you need one without all the hassle of having a car on campus. All Washington University community members over the age of 18 with a valid driver’s license are eligible to participate in this program. To find out more about the CarShare program and complete your registration, go to parking.wustl.edu/transportation/Pages/car-share.aspx.

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GET OUT AND EXPLORE! Ask your WUSA or RA about the Office of Sustainability’s St. Louis Neighborhood Guides, which can aid your off-campus exploration of St. Louis neighborhoods and favorite local attractions, including vintage clothing stores, haunted mansions, and eclectic restaurants.

TR ANSPORTATION TO AND FROM WASHU AMTRAK—Amtrak runs trains through Gateway Station, a train and bus terminal in St. Louis. The terminal is very accessible from campus; it is only a 10-minute car ride or a 15-minute MetroLink trip from WashU. Trains run from St. Louis to a variety of Midwestern cities. It is particularly easy to get to Chicago, Kansas City, and Little Rock (as well as to places between St. Louis and those cities), and one-way or round-trip fares are available. You can purchase tickets or get more information at amtrak.com.

Parking Services LOCATION & HOU R S

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MEGABUS—Like Amtrak, Megabus stops in St. Louis at Gateway Station. It provides direct service from St. Louis to Chicago; Columbia, MO; Kansas City, MO; and Memphis, TN although it is possible to continue on to a variety of other cities from those destinations. One-way and round-trip fares are available, and you can purchase tickets or get more information at megabus.com. GREYHOUND—Greyhound also runs through Gateway Station. It provides direct service from St. Louis to Kansas City, Memphis, Chicago, Indianapolis, and Oklahoma City, although it is possible to continue on to other cities from those destinations. One-way and round-trip fares are available, and you can purchase tickets or get more information at greyhound.com.

PARKING SERVICES First-year students are not allowed to have cars on campus. This regulation is taken very seriously and violations will have serious implications. Transfer students should check with Parking and Transportation about having a car on campus.

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You’ve made it to the end of Bear Facts! We hope that this guide has helped you feel prepared for your arrival to campus in August and that you’re excited to see what’s in store over the next four years at WashU. Be sure to keep an eye out for messages from students you’ll meet when you get to campus. WUSAs and RAs will be in touch this summer and have started groups on Facebook for each first-year floor so you can start connecting with your future floormates. You can also join the Class of 2020 or WashU transfer student group on Facebook to meet more of your peers, get questions answered, and stay up to date on news from The First Year Center and other campus offices as you get ready for college. Always feel free to reach out directly to The First Year Center (by now you’ve seen our contact information everywhere). We’re here to help make your first year of college great. The page that follows is meant to be a reference for your family as you leave home for school. The scissors are there for a reason: feel free to cut out the page and fill it in with your contact information so that your family can stay in touch with you during the year. Good luck and have a great summer. We can’t wait to meet you!

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CONTACTING YOUR STUDENT Parent and family members! Use this page to keep track of your student’s contact information while at WashU. You can cut along the line on the left to keep this page in an easy-to-find location around your house or office.

NAME ROOM Residence House

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See page 23 for more information

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IMPORTANT CONTACTS First Year Center

firstyear.wustl.edu

314.935.5040

Residential Life (ResLife)

reslife.wustl.edu

314.935.5050

Dining Services

diningservices.wustl.edu

314.935.7098

Student Health Services (SHS)

shs.wustl.edu

314.935.6666

Student Financial Services (SFS)

sfs.wustl.edu

314.935.5900

University Registrar

studentrecords.wustl.edu

314.935.5959

2016-2017 CALENDAR OVERVIEW FA L L S E M E S T E R

SPRING SEMESTER

August 23

Fall tuition and fees due

August 25

Move-in Day; Bear Beginnings

August 25 - 26

Parent & Family Orientation

August 29

First day of classes

September 5

Labor Day (No classes)

October 15 - 18

Fall Break (No classes)

October 28 – 30

Parent and Family Weekend

November 23 - 27 Thanksgiving Break (No classes) December 9

Last day of classes

December 12 – 21

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January 16

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (No classes)

January 17

First day of classes

March 12 – 18 Spring Break (No classes) April 28

Last day of classes

May 1-10

Reading period and final exams

May 19

156th Commencement

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ABBREVIATIONS & OTHER ESSENTIAL WASHU EXPRESSIONS

We tried to avoid using abbreviations and WashU lingo throughout Bear Facts, but once you’re on campus you’ll be hearing a lot of the following expressions.

40, The

The South 40, where all first-year students and many sophomores find their home. Occasionally abbreviated, but rarely heard, as S40. 560, The 560 Music Center, home to a concert hall, performance spaces, and practice rooms on The Loop. AC, The The Athletic Complex, a set of buildings houses the Field House, recreational courts, a weight room, cardio room, pool, squash courts, a spinning studio, and an ergometer room. ACAC A Cappella Advisory Council, the group responsible for organizing a cappella auditions in the fall. ArtSci The College of Arts & Sciences, the largest of WashU’s five undergraduate programs. B-School Olin Business School. BD Bear’s Den, the main eating area on the South 40 located in the basement of South Forty House. Circ The Circulator, a bus making trips around campus in 20 minute intervals. CS40 Congress of the South 40, responsible for planning events for residents of the South 40. CSO Community Service Office, located in the DUC. DUC Danforth University Center, a major hub of activity on Main Campus. (Sounds like: duck) FYC First Year Center, responsible for connecting you with the people, programs, and resources you’ll need to make the most of your time at WashU. GenChem General Chemistry I (Chemistry 111A), one of WashU’s largest classes. Half & Half Half order of chicken, half order of fries, a favorite in Bear’s Den and The Village. IFC Interfraternity Council, the governing organization for fraternities on campus. IM Intramural Sports, a fun way to compete against your peers (see page 113-114). IQ Integrated inQuiry, the core curriculum requirements for those in the College of Arts & Sciences. LabSci Laboratory Sciences Building, home of Chemistry and the largest lecture hall on campus: LabSci 300. Main Campus is generally distinguished from the two residential areas as the location where nearly Main all classes and administrative offices are. Campus Olin When used alone, could either refer to Olin Library or Olin Business School. Use context clues. PAD Performing Arts Department, housed on the second floor of Mallinckrodt. PanHel Panhellenic Council, the governing organization for sororities on campus. Peer-led Team Learning, a collaborative way of conquering certain subjects. Offered by PLTL Cornerstone. Pre-O Pre-Orientation Program. (See page 26 for more information.) RA Resident Advisor, two of which are found on each first-year floor. Residential College Director, the professional living in your ResCollege who is responsible for RCD managing all day-to-day operations, working with RAs, and getting to know you and your peers. Residential College Olympics, a competitive event held each spring by CS40 where all ResColleges RCO (and the North Side) compete in various activities held on the South 40. ResCollege Residential College, a community of buildings, often housing both freshmen and sophomores. ResHall Residence Hall, the place where you live on campus. ResLife The Office of Residential Life. RPM Residential Peer Mentor, who provides academic support to your ResCollege in a particular areas. SAC Student Admissions Committee, the student group responsible for conducting campus tours. Student Financial Services, the office responsible for awarding financial aid packages and find SFS scholarships for which you can apply. SFS is located in North Brookings. SLAM St. Louis Art Museum, a large (free) art museum located steps away from campus in Forest Park. SoFoHo South Forty House, housing sophomores, Bear’s Den, and ResLife. STC Student Technology Coordinator, a go-to resource for technology support in your ResCollege. STS Student Technology Services, located along the Gregg Walkway and offering tech support. StudLife Student Life, the independent newspaper of WashU available Mondays and Thursdays. SU Student Union, which serves as the voice of students in the university community. T/X Transfer/Exchange, students joining or visiting the WashU community from another school. Underpass The Underpass, a pathway under Forsyth Blvd. connecting main campus with the South 40. WCC Weston Career Center, the career center dedicated to students in the business school. WILD Walk In, Lay Down, a music festival held each semester in Brookings Quadrangle. WUSA Washington University Student Associate, students responsible for making your transition to life at WashU as smooth as possible. (Sounds like WOO-sah) WUSTL Washington University in St. Louis! Often called WashU or WUSTL. (Sounds like: WOO-still). 132

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DEAR ALMA MATER, THY NAME IS SWEET TO ME. OUR HEARTS ARE ALL FOR THEE FAIR WASHINGTON. THY HALLS SHALL HONORED BE THROUGHOUT THIS GREAT COUNTRY FOR ALL ETERNITY, OUR WASHINGTON. THOSE DAYS OF YOUTH WHICH ALL OF US SPENT WITH THEE FORM A DEAR HISTORY, FAIR WASHINGTON. COULD THEY RENEWED BE, WE’D LIVE OUR DAYS WITH THEE FOR ALL ETERNITY, OUR WASHINGTON. ALMA MATER GEORGE LOGAN & MILTON ROSENHEIM CLASS OF 1908

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