Bear Beginnings 2018 First-Year Student Schedule by WashU Student Transitions & Family Programs

BEAR BEGINNINGS 2018 First-Year Student Schedule

WELCOME, CLASS OF 2022! Welcome to Washington University! As you prepare to begin life at college, you will share many similar experiences with other new students, starting with Bear Beginnings: New Student Fall Orientation. Events such as Convocation, the Common Reading Program, WU Life Series, and SUp All Night are designed to promote a consistent experience for the Class of 2022. At the same time, Washington University recognizes the individuality of its students and we encourage you to tailor your orientation experience to your own personal needs and preferences. Your four-day orientation experience comprises programs designed for the entire first-year class, events related to your undergraduate school, and additional activities tailored to your specific interests. Each undergraduate school has its own programs for students in that academic division. Please pay particular attention to REQUIRED EVENTS as they may pertain to academic requirements. Make note of programs without school affiliations, such as placement exams, social events, and residential college activities and floor meetings. Some of the events are REQUIRED, while others are optional; however, we strongly encourage you to participate in all programs in order to make the most of your Bear Beginnings experience. The most important thing to remember during Bear Beginnings is that you are not alone in this new experience. Everyone on campus is excited to help you learn all you need to know about being a student at Washington University, so don’t ever hesitate to ask questions as you begin to discover your place in the Washington University community! Throughout the schedule, the following abbreviations are used to indicate mandatory programs and events; attendance is required:

ALL

All Students

School of Engineering & Applied Science

A&S

College of Arts & Sciences

Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts

Olin Business School

We are very excited to welcome you to the Washington University community! FIRST YEAR CENTER firstyear.wustl.edu | firstyearcenter@wustl.edu | 314.935.5040

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1. DOWNLOAD THE “WASHUEVENTS” APPLICATION through the app store on your phone or tablet. search “washu events” in your app store. select “get” and “install” to obtain on your phone. The application is free. 2. CLICK DOWNLOAD GUIDES AND SEARCH FOR “BEAR BEGINNINGS 2018” to access the schedule. 3. SELECT TRACK: Choose from the following to access the full schedule: • • • •

First-Year Student Transfer Student Exchange Student Parents & Families

4. ADD EVENTS TO YOUR PERSONAL SCHEDULE 5. MOBILE APPLICATION RESOURCES: The resources listed below are only available on the WashU Events App and not in this printed schedule. If you require a printed copy, please visit the Information Station. • • • • • •

Faculty Spotlight Descriptions Academic Open Houses, Presentations, and Tours Placement Exams and Auditions Religious Services Dining Hours and Information Additional Campus Resources

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 23RD FRIDAY, AUGUST 24TH SATURDAY, AUGUST 25TH SUNDAY, AUGUST 26TH MONDAY, AUGUST 27TH NOTES

THURSDAY, AUGUST 23rd INFORMATION STATION 8:30 AM–4:00 PM | SOUTH 40, CLOCKTOWER Staff from the First Year Center will be available to answer any questions. Printed schedules, resources, and maps, including directions to local St. Louis shopping and dining locations will be available. Look for the First Year Center tent next to the Clocktower.

CELEBRATE #WASHU22 8:30 AM–4:00 PM | ADMISSIONS GREETING CENTER, DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER You did it! You’re here! Swing by the Admissions Greeting Center in the Danforth University Center to celebrate with us. Take a picture and begin to make your mark on campus!

RESOURCE FAIR 9:00 AM–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40 Welcome to Washington University! Once you are settled, take some time to stop by and visit with the campus departments and organizations that will be present on the South 40 in the Gregg House storefronts, around the Clocktower, and outside South 40 House. Alumni Association Bear Cuts Bear Discounts Bears Bikes Bear-y Sweet Shoppe Campus Card Services College of Arts & Sciences Cornerstone: The Learning Center EnCouncil First Year Center Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement Interfaith Campus Ministries Association

Off the Row Parking & Transportation Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship Student Technology Services Student Conduct & Community Standards Sustainability University Trucking Inc. U-Shuttle Wash-U-Wash Weekend Wear Rental Wydown Water

SWAP: SHARING WITH A PURPOSE 9:00 AM–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40, BASKETBALL COURTS SWAP is holding a sale of reusable room items, including furniture, fridges, and microwaves, on the Swamp basketball courts starting on Move-In Day. SWAP is a student-run nonprofit that works to keep items in reuse on campus. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Trading Post, an on-campus freecycling center. Be sure to stop by before popular items sell out! Limited inventory; first come, first served.

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CAMPUS SAFETY AND PROPERTY PROTECTION INFORMATION 11:00 AM–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40, LIEN HOUSE, URSA’S FIRESIDE The Washington University Police Department will be on hand to provide safety information, register bicycles, and sell bicycle locks and computer anti-theft tags.

CAMPUS TOURS 11:00 AM–3:30 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, GRAND STAIRCASE Tours of the Danforth Campus, not including the South 40, will be provided by the Washington University Student Associates (WUSAs). WUSAs work for the First Year Center serving as orientation leaders during Bear Beginnings, and then as academic mentors throughout the first year. Tours depart every half-hour. The last tour will leave at 3:30 PM.

CULTURAL OPEN HOUSES Stop in and meet staff, faculty, and student leaders while learning about the community of support, student organizations, and activities planned for this year. Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton will make brief remarks 10 minutes after the start of each open house. Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Students and Families 1:00–2:00 PM | WOMEN’S BUILDING, FORMAL LOUNGE Latino Students and Families 1:45–2:45 PM | U MRATH HALL, UMRATH LOUNGE Black Students and Families 2:30–3:30 PM | BAUER HALL, FRICK FORUM

CHANCELLOR’S RECEPTION FOR NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES 3:00–4:00 PM | RIDGLEY HALL, HOLMES LOUNGE Meet Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton and enjoy food and conversation with university administrators, other new international students, and their families.

WELCOME RECEPTION FOR GAP YEAR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES 3:00–4:00 PM | D ANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ROOM 276 Join other students who took a year off after high school before coming to Washington University, as well as their family members. Share your experiences and hear about what other people did during their time away from school.

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THURSDAY EARLY DINNER 4:00–5:15 PM | LOCATION OF YOUR CHOOSING Please make sure you eat early today. You have a required residential floor meeting at 5:30 PM followed by Convocation. For a listing of on-campus dining options, please see the resources section of the WashUEvents app.

RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETINGS 5:30–7:30 PM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS

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Welcome to your residential college community! Meet other residents, your resident advisors, and your WUSAs, and learn how to make the most out of your Bear Beginnings experience! Be sure to wear your new residential college shirt!

CONVOCATION

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7:30–9:00 PM | ATHLETIC COMPLEX Join students, faculty, and administrators at this memorable event as Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton welcomes all new students and families to the university. Speakers will include both a faculty member and a Washington University senior. Doors will open at 6:45 PM for parent and family seating. Seating in the Athletic Complex for families and guests is extremely limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note, the majority of seating in the Athletic Complex is limited to bleachers and requires the ability to climb stairs. Additional viewing locations with a live televised broadcast of the ceremony are available in Graham Chapel, Mallinckrodt Center’s Edison Theatre, Danforth University Center Tisch Commons, and Simon Hall’s May Auditorium. Guests with small children or mobility limitations, requiring the use of wheelchairs or chairs with back support, may want to consider these additional viewing areas. Families in the additional viewing areas will be closer to the Brookings Quadrangle where all new students will gather with their families to close the Convocation Ceremony.

CELEBRATION IN THE QUAD 9:00–10:00 PM | BROOKINGS QUADRANGLE Immediately following Convocation, join the chancellor’s procession to Brookings Quad for entertainment and a special St. Louis treat, Ted Drewes frozen custard. Water generously supported by Wydown Water. Thank you to the Office of Sustainability and Green Ambassadors for staffing the Waste Stations and helping us work towards a waste-free event.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 24th INFORMATION STATION 7:30 AM–5:00 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, GRAND STAIRCASE Staff from the First Year Center will be available to answer any questions. Printed schedules, resources, and maps, including directions to local St. Louis shopping and dining locations will be available.

ARCHITECTURE, ART, ARTS & SCIENCES, AND BUSINESS: WRITING PLACEMENT EXAM (NOT ENGINEERING) 8:00–10:00 AM | DUNCKER HALL, ROOM 101

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Students who received notification in late May that they are required to take the Writing Placement Exam MUST report for this examination only if they have not completed the exam online via Blackboard. Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early in order to check in. Please bring pens or sharpened pencils.

ENGINEERING: ASSOCIATE DEAN’S MEETING 8:00–9:45 AM | BROWN HALL, ROOM 100

Associate Dean Chris Kroeger will review academic policies as well as curriculum information and discuss the services and resources provided by Engineering Student Services and other School of Engineering & Applied Science offices.

CAMPUS TOURS 9:00 AM–3:30 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, GRAND STAIRCASE Tours of the Danforth Campus, not including the South 40, will be provided by the Washington University Student Associates (WUSAs). WUSAs work for the First Year Center serving as orientation leaders during Bear Beginnings, and then as academic mentors throughout the first year. Tours depart every half-hour. The last tour will leave at 3:30 PM.

RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETING 10:00 AM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Gather with your residential college floor, your RAs and your WUSAs to walk together to meet your faculty discussion leader for the Common Reading Program. Please check in with your WUSAs and bring any notes from Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress. Your RAs and WUSAs provided you with the location of your Common Reading Program discussion at your Thursday evening residential floor meeting.

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COMMON READING PROGRAM

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10:30 AM–NOON| VARIOUS LOCATIONS See your RAs or WUSAs for details. This is your opportunity to engage a faculty member and your floormates in a lively discussion of the book Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress by Dai Sijie. Come prepared with your notes, perspective, ideas, questions, and an open mind.

CAMPUS SAFETY AND PROPERTY PROTECTION INFORMATION NOON–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40, LIEN HOUSE, URSA’S FIRESIDE The Washington University Police Department will be on hand to provide safety information, register bicycles, and sell bicycle locks and computer anti-theft tags.

SWAP: SHARING WITH A PURPOSE NOON–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40, BASKETBALL COURTS SWAP is holding a sale of reusable room items, including furniture, fridges, and microwaves, on the Swamp basketball courts starting on Move-In Day. SWAP is a student-run nonprofit that works to keep items in reuse on campus. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Trading Post, an on-campus freecycling center. Be sure to stop by before popular items sell out! Limited inventory; first come, first served.

ENGINEERING: ACADEMIC MEETING AND LUNCH WITH FACULTY ADVISORS 12:15–1:30 PM | L OCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED AT THE ASSOCIATE DEAN’S MEETING

During this important lunch, you will meet with your faculty advisor to discuss engineering-specific academics, research, and student life.

FREE TIME FOR LUNCH 12:15–1:30 PM | SUGGESTED LOCATIONS LISTED BELOW Architecture, Art, and Business: Danforth University Center, Dains Dining Arts & Sciences: South 40, Bear’s Den Engineering: Please see directly above for information about the Academic Meeting and Lunch with your Engineering Faculty Advisor Please make sure you take time for lunch while keeping in mind your personal schedule and potential academic advising appointments. In order to facilitate lunch during a busier than usual time, we invite you to eat at your designated academic division location. If your family is still on campus, please arrange for them to meet you.

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BUSINESS: OLIN ADVISING HOURS 1:00–3:00 PM | SIMON HALL, VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please refer to an email from your academic advisor that includes your personalized schedule and your required meeting time and location.

ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX OPEN ADVISING HOURS 1:00–3:00 PM | BIXBY HALL, ROOM 1 Meet with either Associate Dean of Students Georgia Binnington or Undergraduate Academic Advising Coordinator John Early to adjust your fall schedule or discuss any concerns you might have.

ENGINEERING: DEPARTMENTAL OPEN HOUSES AND PRESENTATIONS 1:30–2:30 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Faculty will discuss academic opportunities for students interested in each specific field. All sessions will repeat at 2:45 PM. Biomedical Engineering WHITAKER HALL, ROOM 100 Chemical Engineering and students interested in Environmental & Energy Engineering BRAUER HALL, ROOM 012 Computer Science and Computer Engineering CROW HALL, ROOM 201 Electrical and Systems Engineering GREEN HALL, ROOM 0120 Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science LOPATA HALL, ROOM 101

FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS 1:30–2:15 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Get a sneak preview of the classroom atmosphere at Washington University. Professors will introduce you to their areas of expertise. These faculty members were nominated by WUSAs to represent the spirit of academics at Washington University. See the WashUEvents app for lecture topics and locations.

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FRIDAY FOREIGN LANGUAGE PLACEMENT EXAMS 1:30–3:30 PM

Arabic SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 103

Japanese SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 304

Chinese SEIGLE HALL, ROOM L006

Korean SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 109

Hebrew SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 306

Russian SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 106

Hindi SEIGLE HALL, ROOM 301 Students interested in pursuing course work in one of the languages listed above, who have previous knowledge or experience of the language, should plan to take a written and/or oral exam. If you are starting a new language, no placement exam is required. French, Spanish, Italian, Latin, and German language placement exams should be taken online. Visit firstyear.wustl.edu for more information.

FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS 2:30–3:15 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Get a sneak preview of the classroom atmosphere at WashU. Several professors will introduce you to their areas of expertise. These faculty members were nominated by WUSAs to represent the spirit of academics at WashU. See the WashUEvents App for specific lectures and locations.

ENGINEERING: DEPARTMENTAL OPEN HOUSES AND PRESENTATIONS 2:45–3:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Faculty will discuss academic opportunities for students interested in each specific field. Biomedical Engineering WHITAKER HALL, ROOM 100 Chemical Engineering and students interested in Environmental & Energy Engineering BRAUER HALL, ROOM 012 Computer Science and Computer Engineering CROW HALL, ROOM 201 Electrical and Systems Engineering GREEN HALL, ROOM 0120 Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science LOPATA HALL, ROOM 101

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ACADEMIC SUPPORT OPEN HOUSES 3:00–5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Stop in to learn about the resources available to students to ensure they have a successful WashU academic career. Career Center DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ROOM 110 Cornerstone: The Learning Center SOUTH 40, GREGG HOUSE, CORNERSTONE, TECH LAB Undergraduate Research CUPPLES II, SUITE 306 University Libraries OLIN LIBRARY, MAIN ENTRANCE

ARTS & SCIENCES: ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, PRESENTATIONS, AND TOURS 3:00–5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS All students are strongly encouraged to attend at least one academic open house, presentation, or tour. This is your opportunity to meet with professors from Arts & Sciences departments and programs to learn more about courses, majors, minors, and research opportunities. For students who are exploring many paths, this time should be used to learn more about potential areas of interest. Consider stopping by sessions from different disciplines- humanities, social science, and natural sciences- to learn more about each area and what students in those fields go on to do post-graduation. For students who have a more focused path, use this time to connect with the departments you may be considering for a major or course of study.

BUSINESS: OLIN UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES OPEN HOUSE 3:00–4:00 PM | SIMON HALL, ROOM 118 Hosted by Senior Associate Dean Steve Malter. Visit the Business Undergraduate office and meet the staff that will be working with you over the next four years.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR STUDENT UNION 3:00–4:00 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ROOM 234 Interested in finding ways in which you can advocate, allocate, and program for the WashU student body? Stop by to learn about Student Union! There are many ways for new students to become active members of SU, even as early as fall elections held this semester. Come by to meet and talk with your current student leaders and learn more about SU and how you can get involved. Hosted by Student Union.

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FRIDAY INTERFAITH CAMPUS MINISTRY OPEN HOUSES 3:00â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Visit with representatives from various Washington University Interfaith Campus Ministries Association groups. VARIOUS LOCATIONS Association of Christian Truth Seekers (ACTS) SOUTH 40, LIEN HOUSE SEMINAR, ROOM 1 Catholic Student Center 6352 FORSYTH BLVD

Wash U Hillel 6300 FORSYTH BLVD Muslim Student Association NORTHSIDE, LOPATA HOUSE, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM

Chabad on Campus 7018 FORSYTH BLVD UMRATH HALL, UMRATH LOUNGE Bhakti Yoga Club Christian Science Organization Coalition for Christian Outreach (CCO) Episcopal Campus Ministry InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Lutheran Christian Ministry (ELCA)

Lutheran Student Fellowship (LCMS) Orthodox Christian Fellowship Overflow Reformed University Fellowship (PCA) UKirk (PC-USA)

For a listing of religious services and events happening during Bear Beginnings, please see the WashUEvents app.

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LGBTQIAA OPEN HOUSE 3:00–4:00 PM | D ANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, GOLDBERG FORMAL LOUNGE Want to find out about the LGBTQIAA resources Washington University has to offer? Drop by and meet student leaders, faculty, and staff who are a part of and/or support the LGBTQIAA community on campus, while getting your questions answered about LGBTQIAA campus life. Light refreshments will be served. LGBTQIAA: Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Questioning Intersex Asexual Ally

MILITARY AND VETERAN SERVICES OPEN HOUSE 3:00–5:00 PM | UMRATH HALL, ROOM 121 Learn more about the services the Office of Military and Veteran Services provides to our U.S. military-connected students, which includes veterans, active duty, Guard and Reserve service members, military spouses and dependent children, surviving spouses and children, and Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets. Ask questions about military and veteran educational benefits and learn how students can connect with other military-connected students on campus.

INFORMATION SESSIONS 3:15–4:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS These sessions will repeat at 4:15 PM. Disability Resources SOUTH 40, GREGG HOUSE, CORNERSTONE SEMINAR ROOM isability Resources staff will discuss the university’s policies and procedures for D students with disabilities. They will explain the process for disability resource registration, accommodation determination, and available services. There will be an opportunity for questions. Managing Your Food Allergies and Intolerances on Campus DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ORCHID ROOM ashington University Dining Services strives to provide an enjoyable and safe dining W experience for those who dine on campus. Meeting the needs of those with food allergies and intolerances is an important part of that goal. This session will introduce you to Dining Services team members and allow you to ask questions to help make your campus dining experience comfortable.

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FRIDAY BALLET, JAZZ, AND MODERN DANCE PLACEMENT CLASS 4:00–6:00 PM | M ALLINCKRODT CENTER, ANNELISE MERTZ DANCE STUDIO, ROOM 207, MAIN LEVEL New students wishing to enter dance classes above the beginning level must attend the placement class. Any preregistered student who signed up for a course beyond the introductory level based on summer conversation with an advisor is tentatively enrolled. These students need to take the placement class as well. The class begins with a short ballet barre, followed by modern dance and a jazz combination to determine appropriate placement for any of these courses. You do not need to sign up for the placement class in advance. Questions about the Dance Placement Class should be directed to Professor Cecil Slaughter, cslaught@wustl.edu.

INFORMATION SESSIONS 4:15–5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please see descriptions from 3:15 PM sessions. Disability Resources SOUTH 40, GREGG HOUSE, CORNERSTONE SEMINAR ROOM Managing Your Food Allergies and Intolerances on Campus DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER, ORCHID ROOM

FREE TIME FOR DINNER 5:30–7:45 PM | LOCATION OF YOUR CHOOSING This time is open on both student and family schedules. You may choose to spend time with family or other new students. For a listing of on-campus dining options, please see the resources section of the WashU events app. There also are many locations in nearby neighborhoods where you can enjoy a bite to eat before the next required floor meeting. Be sure that you are back by 7:45 PM for your required residential floor meeting at 8:00 PM.

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RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETING 8:00–9:15 PM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Learn what resident advisors do, how they can help you, and the policies and programs of the residential colleges.

LATE NIGHT AT THE REC 9:30–11:00 PM | SUMERS RECREATION CENTER Games, giveaways, prizes, and food! Your night is about to get even better. At the new Sumers Recreation Center, you’ll learn about our recreation programs, wellness services, and varsity athletic teams, while having an opportunity to participate in a variety of fun activities, fitness classes, and facility tours. Casual, athletic clothing and footwear is recommended.

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 25th RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETING

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8:45 AM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Meet your WUSAs, resident advisors, and your floormates to gather for this morning’s mandatory events. Please check in with your WUSAs.

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9:30–11:30 AM Bearings | Various locations DANFORTH HOUSE

BROWN HALL, ROOM 100

DARDICK HOUSE

LOUDERMAN HALL, ROOM 458

DAUTEN HALL

MCMILLAN HALL, ROOM G052

LIEN HOUSE

WILSON HALL, ROOM 214

This brief film depicts a series of common experiences during the first year. After the screening, students hear from their Residential College Director and then participate in a discussion led by the RAs and WUSAs. The Date | Graham Chapel BEAUMONT HALL ELIOT HOUSE KOENIG HOUSE LEE HALL This show examines the issues surrounding sexual violence on college campuses. Following the performance, students will break into discussion groups by gender. A gender-inclusive discussion will take place in the Relationship & Sexual Violence Prevention center located in Seigle Hall, Suite 435. Our Names, Our Stories | Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre HURD HALL MYERS HALL PARK HOUSE UMRATH HOUSE Building on the tenet of knowing every student by name and story, Our Names, Our Stories shares student reflections of their experiences at WashU and illustrates the values of our community, specifically those related to fostering a supportive, diverse, and inclusive community. After the performance, RAs and WUSAs will lead a discussion on the stories presented.

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CAMPUS SAFETY & PROPERTY PROTECTION 11:30 AM–3:30 PM | SOUTH 40, LIEN HOUSE, POLICE DEPARTMENT LOBBY The Washington University Police Department will be on hand to provide safety information, register bicycles, and sell bicycle locks and computer anti-theft tags.

BUSINESS: LUNCH AND LECTURE WITH THE DEAN 11:45 AM–1:30 PM | CHARLES F. KNIGHT CENTER, ROOM 351

Hosted by Dean Mark Taylor, with Senior Associate Dean Steve Malter, Olin Undergraduate Advisors, and the Olin Business Council President, Apurva Kejriwal. Business casual attire required.

ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX LUNCH NOON–1:00 PM | STEINBERG HALL, NORTH TERRACE

Meet students and enjoy lunch.

ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX DEANS/DIRECTORS MEETING 1:15–2:15 PM | STEINBERG HALL, STEINBERG AUDITORIUM The deans and directors will provide you with an introduction to academic life at Washington University and offer ideas about planning your program of study.

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SATURDAY ARTS & SCIENCES: COLLEGE ROTATIONS

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1:00 – 1:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please attend the rotation that corresponds with the first letter of your last name. These sessions will repeat at 2:00 PM & 3:00 PM to ensure you can attend all rotations. Dean’s Meeting A-Ha MALLINCKRODT CENTER, EDISON THEATRE Dean Jennifer Smith will introduce you to intellectual opportunities in Arts & Sciences and offer ideas about how to make academic choices that will help you find your path— in college and beyond. What’s Your WU IQ? He-O SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM Required for any student who did NOT attend a SOAR session. This presentation by Dean Jennifer Romney will familiarize students with the College of Arts & Sciences degree requirements and demonstrate some of the unique qualities of the curriculum. Meet the Faculty P-Z MALLINKRODT CENTER, THE GARGOYLE; UMRATH HALL, UMRATH LOUNGE Just who are these people who will be at the front of your classrooms next week? How and why does one become a professor of Biological Anthropology? What is Biological Anthropology, anyway? Getting to know your professors is one of the best ways to guarantee a great college experience. At this event, you’ll have the opportunity to interact informally with professors from across Arts & Sciences disciplines, many of whom teach first- and second-year classes.

BUSINESS: OLIN ADVISING HOURS

1:30–5:00 PM | SIMON HALL, VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please refer to an email from your academic advisor that includes your personalized schedule and your required meeting time and location.

ENGINEERING: ACTIVITIES FAIR, INDUCTION CEREMONY, AND ICE CREAM TRUCK 1:30–3:30 PM | BROWN HALL, ROOM 100

Hear an all Engineering Student Group SLAM and then join your fellow new students for Induction, a school tradition. Enjoy an ice cream treat, some giveaways, and tie-dying your Engineering T-shirt.

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FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS 2:00–2:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Come get a sneak preview of the classroom atmosphere at Washington University. Several professors will introduce you to their areas of expertise. These faculty members were nominated by WUSAs to represent the spirit of academics at Washington University. See the WashUEvents app for lecture topics and locations.

ARTS & SCIENCES: COLLEGE ROTATIONS 2:00–2:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS

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Please attend the rotation that corresponds with the first letter of your last name. Please see description from 1:00 PM session. Dean’s Meeting He-O MALLINCKRODT CENTER, EDISON THEATRE What’s Your WU IQ? P-Z SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM Meet the Faculty A-Ha MALLINKRODT CENTER, THE GARGOYLE; UMRATH HALL, UMRATH LOUNGE

ARCHITECTURE: SAM FOX STUDIO MOVE-IN AND DESK ASSIGNMENTS (ONLY THOSE ENROLLED IN A46 ARCH 111) 2:30–4:00 PM | GIVENS HALL, ROOM 116

Studio spaces will be assigned; supplies and drafting boards will be distributed.

ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX OPEN ADVISING HOURS 2:30–5:00 PM | BIXBY HALL, ROOM 1 Meet with either Associate Dean of Students Georgia Binnington or Undergraduate Academic Advising Coordinator John Early to adjust your fall schedule or discuss any concerns you might have.

ARTS & SCIENCES: COLLEGE ROTATIONS 3:00–3:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please attend the rotation that corresponds with the first letter of your last name. Please see description from 1:00 PM session. Dean’s Meeting P-Z MALLINCKRODT HALL, ROOM 302 What’s Your WU IQ? A-Ha SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM Meet the Faculty He-O MALLINKRODT CENTER; UMRATH HALL, UMRATH LOUNGE 16 | BEAR BEGINNINGS

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SATURDAY FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS 4:00–4:45 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Get a sneak preview of the classroom atmosphere at WashU. Several professors will introduce you to their areas of expertise. These faculty members were nominated by WUSAs to represent the spirit of academics at WashU. See the WashU Events App for specific lectures and locations.

INTERESTED IN COMBINED STUDIES? 4:30–5:30 PM | SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM For all first-year students interested in learning more about combined studies, i.e., students considering degrees from two schools or majors in two schools, there will be a general information meeting followed by breakout sessions with presentations by each of the five undergraduate schools.

FREE TIME FOR DINNER 5:30–6:30 PM | LOCATION OF YOUR CHOOSING Please make sure you take time for dinner before tonight’s required activities. Be sure you return to your Residential College in time for your required Residential Floor Meeting at 6:45 PM.

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6:45 PM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Meet your WUSAs, resident advisors, and your floormates to gather for this evening’s mandatory events. Please check in with your WUSAs.

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WU LIFE SERIES 7:30–9:30 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS For event descriptions, see Saturday 9:30 AM performance information on page 13. Bearings | Various locations BEAUMONT HALL

SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM

ELIOT HOUSE

MCMILLAN HALL, ROOM G052

LEE HALL

SIMON HALL, MAY AUDITORIUM

KOENIG HOUSE

LOUDERMAN HALL, ROOM 458

The Date | Graham Chapel HURD HALL MYERS HALL PARK HOUSE UMRATH HOUSE A gender-inclusive discussion will take place in the Relationship & Sexual Violence Prevention center located in Seigle Hall, Suite 435. Our Names, Our Stories | Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre DANFORTH HOUSE DARDICK HOUSE DAUTEN HALL LIEN HOUSE

SUP ALL NIGHT 9:00–11:00 PM | DANFORTH UNIVERSITY CENTER AND EDISON COURTYARD Come and meet other new students and members of Student Union! Enjoy some delicious popcorn, listen to music, and play lawn games (with prizes)! Have fun and make some memories with your new friends! Brought to you by Student Union, Dining Services, and Campus Life.

INFORMATION SESSION ON AUDITIONS FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT 9:45–10:45 PM | M ALLINCKRODT CENTER, A.E. HOTCHNER STUDIO THEATRE, ROOM 208 This session is an opportunity for new students to learn about auditioning for the Performing Arts Department (PAD) Drama productions. PAD strongly encourages firstyear students to audition. Auditions for all productions will be held on the the evenings of August 30th and 31st. Jeffery Matthews, professor of practice, will talk about the audition process and answer any questions you may have about theater on campus.

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 26th RESIDENTIAL FLOOR MEETING

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8:45 AM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS Meet your WUSAs, resident advisors, and your floormates to gather for this morning’s mandatory events. Please check in with your WUSAs.

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9:30–11:30 AM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS For event descriptions, see Saturday 9:30 AM performance information on page 13. Bearings | Various locations HURD HALL

WILSON HALL, ROOM 214

MYERS HALL

WILSON HALL, ROOM 214

PARK HOUSE

LOUDERMAN HALL, ROOM 458

UMRATH HOUSE

BROWN HALL, ROOM 100

The Date | Graham Chapel DANFORTH HOUSE DARDICK HOUSE DAUTEN HALL LIEN HOUSE A gender-inclusive discussion will take place in the Relationship & Sexual Violence Prevention center located in Seigle Hall, Suite 435. Our Names, Our Stories | Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre BEAUMONT HALL ELIOT HOUSE KOENIG HOUSE LEE HALL

ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX OPEN ADVISING HOURS 11:30 AM–2:00 PM | BIXBY HALL, ROOM 1 Meet with either Associate Dean of Students Georgia Binnington or Undergraduate Academic Advising Coordinator John Early to adjust your fall schedule or discuss any concerns you might have.

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ENGINEERING: PRE-MED MEETING 1:30–2:30 PM | LOPATA HALL, ROOM 101 Thinking ahead to medical school? Explore your options and learn how your undergraduate years can prepare you with Dr. Dennis Barbour of Biomedical Engineering. Ron Laue, assistant dean and health professions advisor for Engineering, will also be on hand to answer your questions.

BUSINESS: OLIN ADVISING HOURS 1:30–6:00 PM | SIMON HALL, VARIOUS LOCATIONS Please refer to an email from your academic advisor that includes your personalized schedule and required meeting time and location.

ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX ASSOCIATE DEAN’S MEETING 2:30–3:30 PM | STEINBERG HALL, STEINBERG AUDITORIUM

This program is specially designed to introduce new students to the university and the Sam Fox School.

COMPUTER SCIENCE PLACEMENT EXAM 2:45–4:15 PM | LOPATA HALL, ROOM 101 This exam is for students with computer science background or programming experience, regardless of intended major. Students with a score of 4 or 5 on the CS AP test automatically receive credit for CSE 131; those students need not take the placement exam, but if they want to reassess their readiness, they are welcome to take it. Students with a lower score on the CS AP test will not receive credit for CSE 131, but as with all students, CSE 131 will be waived completely or in part by passing all or some of the placement exam (see below). The placement exam determines one of the following outcomes: 1) A student may be recommended to take CSE131 in its entirety. 2) A student may be recommended to begin in a CSE course beyond CSE131. 3) Same as (2), but completion of specific CSE131 modules may be required or recommended. Questions about the Computer Science Placement Exam should be directed to Professor Ron Cytron, cytron@wustl.edu.

ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX FACULTY PRESENTATIONS 3:30–4:30 PM | STEINBERG HALL, AUDITORIUM Members of the Sam Fox faculty will present images and discuss their work as architects, artists and designers.

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ARTS & SCIENCES: GROUP ADVISING MEETING

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4:00–5:00 PM | VARIOUS LOCATIONS See email from the College of Arts & Sciences for your assigned time and location or ask your academic advisor for more information. All Arts & Sciences students must attend this mandatory group advising meeting.

ARCHITECTURE & ART: SAM FOX PICNIC

4:30–5:30 PM | STEINBERG HALL, NORTH TERRACE Relax with administrators, faculty, and other students from the Sam Fox School.

BUSINESS: OLIN PEER AMBASSADOR SOCIAL 6:00–7:00 PM | BSBA UNDERGRADUATE LOUNGE, SIMON HALL, ROOM 120

An opportunity for you to meet your Olin Peer Ambassador and join them in the first BSBA social of the year. Dinner will be served. You’ll leave directly from the social for your mandatory meeting on the South 40.

FREE TIME FOR DINNER 6:00–7:00 PM | LOCATION OF YOUR CHOOSING Please make sure you take time for dinner before tonight’s required activities. Be sure you return to your Residential College in time for your required Residential Floor Meeting at 7:15 PM. Business: Business students have the Olin Peer Ambassador Social where dinner will be served.

CLASSES ARE TOMORROW, GET READY! 7:15–9:15 PM | SOUTH 40, RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE FLOORS

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Join your WUSAs and residential advisors for an important discussion about how to best prepare for your first week of classes. Come with any last minute questions before classes start tomorrow.

MOVIE ON THE SWAMP 9:30 PM | SOUTH 40, THE SWAMP (RAIN SITE: MUDD HOUSE, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM) Come spread out a blanket, enjoy free refreshments, and watch a movie with your new friends at the outdoor theatre setup. Brought to you by Congress of the South 40 (CS40).

MONDAY, AUGUST 27th FIRST DAY 8:30–10:00 AM | UNDERPASS First Day welcomes you to your first day of classes at WashU! Stop by the Underpass for a quick snack and free school supplies on the first day of classes. You can even have a picture taken to send home—priceless. Washington University in St. Louis | 21

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