Parent & Family Weekend 2016 by WashU Student Transitions & Family Programs

WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS

PARENT & FAMILY WEEKEND GUIDE OCTOBER 28-30, 2016

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Welcome from the Chancellor Welcome from the First Year Center

2016 PARENT & FAMILY WEEKEND EVENTS Friday, October 28, 2016 Saturday, October 29, 2016 Sunday, October 30, 2016 St. Louis Highlights Places to Eat

RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

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Ways to stay informed, involved, connected 40 First Year Center Parents Programs Parents Annual Fund How can you become part of Alumni and Parent Admission Program

Welcome from the Chancellor Welcome to Parent and Family Weekend 2016! We are very pleased to have you on campus. The last time many of you were here was on Move-In Day, and a great deal has happened since then. We are well along in the fall semester, and our student organizations have been planning a variety of interesting and diverse events and programs. Students are engaged in their academic pursuits and are spending time in our campus libraries, residence hall study rooms, or studios, where they are diligently reading, writing, and working together on projects. By now, our new students have established new friendships, and our returning students have reconnected with their classmates. Parent & Family Weekend is a time for us to share our community with you, our families. As a parent myself, I'm sure you are primarily here to spend time with 4

your students, but I hope you have the chance to experience the Washington University community during your short visit. You can attend a course taught by one of our internationally recognized faculty members, visit Edison Theatre to watch the Performing Arts Department's presentation of Passing Strange, or cheer on the Washington University Bears in football against Case Western Reserve University. There is a wide variety of things to do and see on our campus, and I am delighted that you are able to join us. I offer you my best wishes for a stimulating and rewarding visit. Sincerely yours,

Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton

Welcome from the First Year Center We are thrilled to welcome you to Washington University’s Parent & Family Weekend! We look forward to hosting you on campus and we know your student is excited to see you and show you around their new home. Over the next couple of days, you will see how full your students’ lives have become and how they are getting connected to our Washington University community. There are a variety of events planned for your time on campus. Feel free to visit a classroom, take one of our tours, learn about the various academic and experiential opportunities available, or hear our outstanding a cappella groups. We also understand this is a chance for you to spend time with your student and their friends so we have provided recommendations for a few of our favorite St. Louis restaurants and attractions in this publication. To assist you with planning your weekend, we have marked the schedule with the following icons:

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EXPLORE ST. LOUIS

I nterested in exploring the unique city of St. Louis? We are providing tours of the city and a few of our favorite areas. Find those by looking for this icon in the schedule. * Tours require pre-paid tickets which you may purchase in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu. Capacities are limited.

Please visit us at the Parent & Family Weekend Welcome Center while you are here on campus. We look forward to meeting you!

- The First Year Center Rob Wild, Associate Vice-Chancellor for Students and Dean of The First Year Center Katharine Pei, Director Andrea Farnan, Assistant Director Terri Brennan, Department Secretary Sofia Joison, Parent & Family Chair, First Year Center Executive Board

Friday, October 28 PARENT & FAMILY WEEKEND WELCOME CENTER

8:30 AM-5:00 PM Mallinckrodt Center, Lobby Please stop by to pick up your registration packet including any prepurchased tickets, a finalized schedule, and a complimentary Parent and Family Weekend gift. Your student may check in for you.

BACK TO THE CLASSROOM

8:30 AM-5:00 PM Various Locations Join your student in a class or visit a variety of other Friday classes. Class listings are available at check-in.

ENGINEERING: ENERGY, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND & CHEMICAL ENGINEERING LAB TOURS

9:00-10:00 AM Brauer Hall, room 12 The Department of Energy, Environmental and Chemical Engineering offers students numerous opportunities to engage with faculty in cutting edge research. Meet with Prof. Jay Turner and learn about such opportunities. Following this brief session, join a group of PhD students and UG researchers for a tour of the state-of-art facilities in Brauer Hall and learn more about students’ research options. 6

OVERCOMING ACADEMIC CHALLENGES AT WASHU

9:30-10:20 AM Cornerstone: The Learning Center, First floor of Gregg House, South 40 Cornerstone: The Learning Center works closely with academic departments and other campus partners to support students in their academic transition to Washington University. It’s not uncommon for first-year students’ academic performance to fall short of their expectations. Learn how Cornerstone and its campus partners help students overcome common academic challenges at Washington University.

EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CAREER CENTER BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK YOUR STUDENT: ADVICE FOR FAMILIES

9:30-10:30 AM Danforth University Center, room 276 Mark Smith, Director of the Career Center, will share information on services and resources available as well as provide advice for families.

MEET THE DEAN: SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & APPLIED SCIENCE

10:00-11:00 AM Whitaker Hall, Room 100 Take this opportunity to meet Dean Aaron Bobick and learn more about the exciting developments taking place within the school.

GOD TALK AND AMERICAN POLITICS: RELIGION IN THE 2016 PRESIDENTIAL RACE

Marie Griffith 10:00-11:00 AM Busch Hall, room 100 Director of the John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics,

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CENTRAL WEST END WALKING TOUR

10:00 AM-12:00 PM Buses board in front of Brookings Hall The Central West End is a vibrant and sophisticated neighborhood combining residential and commercial opportunities with splendid architecture and a lively walkable streetscape. Please note: This is a 2 hour+ walking tour. **Requires a pre-paid ticket; may be purchased in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu.

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10:00 AM-12:00 PM Buses board in front of Brookings Hall St. Louis is a city rich in tradition and committed to progress. Enjoy the architecture, history and stories of St. Louis. **Requires a pre-paid ticket; may be purchased in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu.

EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CAREER CENTER BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK YOUR STUDENT: ADVICE FOR FAMILIES

10:30-11:30 AM Danforth University Center, room 276 Mark Smith, Director of the Career Center, will share information on services and resources available as well as provide advice for families.

STUDENT ENTREPRENEURIAL PROGRAM PANEL

10:30-11:30 AM Eads Hall, room 204 The Student Entrepreneurial Program (StEP) will present a panel discussion led by representatives from Washington University’s student-run businesses. The discussion will cover a number of topics, including the challenge of balancing school and business responsibilities, the knowledge and skills gained from running a business, and how prospective student-entrepreneurs can 8

get involved with a business of their own. After the presentation we will open the floor for questions from the audience.

ENGINEERING: NANO PHOTONICS RESEARCH LAB TOUR

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Green Hall, Room 2104 Join a tour of ESE’s nano/ microphotonics laboratory, in which students fabricate, evaluate and demonstrate on-chip micro-lasers. Presented by the postdoc of Lan Yang.

FIRST YEAR READING PROGRAM RECAP AND DISCUSSION FOR PARENTS/FAMILIES

11:00 AM-12:00 PM Danforth University Center, room 234 In this year’s selection, Between the World and Me, acclaimed author and journalist for The Atlantic, Ta-Nehisi Coates, speaks through a letter to his son to explore the many—often tragic—experiences of being black in the United States of America. Coates blends elements of memoir, symbolism, and historical ruminations to convey the fear black parents feel for their children, the fragility of the black body in the face of systemic violence, and the chances of achieving substantive racial progress in the 21st century. Faculty members who participated in the First Year Reading

Starting college, there’s probably a lot on your student’s mind.

Friday, October 28 Program discussions will provide parents and families with an inside view of what transpired during the discussions with students. Please join in the conversation, even if you have not had the opportunity to read the book!

ENGINEERING: BRAIN DYNAMICS RESEARCH GROUP VISIT

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Green Hall, Room 0102 Visit the Brain Dynamics and Control Research Group, in which researchers are using engineering models to understand the workings of the brain in health and disease. Presented by ShiNung Ching.

JOHN B. ERVIN SCHOLARS PARENT AND FAMILY LUNCHEON

Noon-1:30 PM Holmes Lounge, Ridgely Hall Join the John B. Ervin Scholars for a family luncheon. This event is for current John B. Ervin Scholars and their families only.

PARENT AND FAMILY REST STOP

Noon-5:00 PM Danforth University Center, Millstone Visitors Lounge Stop in anytime for refreshment and campus/community information. Located by the south entrance of the Danforth University Center. 10

CAMPUS TOUR

1:00 PM-1:45 PM Departs from the front steps of Brookings Hall

COOKIES AND COFFEE WITH ENGINEERING STUDENT SERVICES: SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & APPLIED SCIENCE

1:00-2:00 PM Lopata Hall, Room 303 Stop by and meet the staff in Engineering Student Services. Learn more about our academic support programs, pre-med advising, four- year advising, study abroad and other services offered to Engineering students from this one-stop resource office.

FINANCING A MEDICAL EDUCATION

1:00-2:00 PM McDonnell Hall, room 162 Bridget O’Neal, Assistant Dean & Director of Financial Aid of the Washington University School of Medicine, will speak about various avenues through which one might finance a medical education including through scholarships, both merit and need-based, government and military scholarships, bank loans, and the role families play. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.

IS YOUR STUDENT CONSIDERING A MASTER’S OR PHD?

1:00-2:00 PM Seigle Hall, room 208 Learn more about the current elements of applying to and taking part in a Master’s or PhD program. Mary Laurita, PhD (Assistant Dean, Director of PreGraduate Advising in the College of Arts & Sciences) will discuss timing, financial, educational, and personal questions that often concern parents about this process. She’ll also describe the many

resources available at Washington University to help your student expand his horizons or reach her full potential.

MILDRED LANE KEMPER ART MUSEUM TOUR

1:00-2:00 PM Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Visit the Kemper Art Museum for a guided tour of the permanent collection led by Washington University student docents.

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ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, LABS, AND TOURS Various Locations Take this opportunity to meet with representatives from various departments, learn more about specific curriculum and academic support services, and explore the exciting research happening in labs on campus. Refer to pages 32-27 for detailed descriptions of each session.

DEPARTMENT

TIME

Biomedical Engineering Open Teaching Lab

2:00-3:30 PM

Brauer Hall, room 2011

Career Center

1:00-2:30 PM

Danforth University Center, room 110

Center for Diversity and Inclusion

1:00-2:30 PM

Olin Library, Level 2, suite 20

Chemistry

1:00-2:00 PM

Laboratory Sciences, room 300

Classics

1:30-2:30 PM

Umrath Hall, room 224

Comparative Literature and Comparative Arts

1:00-2:30 PM

Umrath Hall, room 224

Computer Science & Engineering 3:00-3:45 PM Open House and Round Robin

Jolley Hall, various rooms (see descriptions and locations on page 36)

Computer Science & Engineering 2:15-3:00 PM Presentation

Jolley Hall, room 309

East Asian Languages and Cultures

1:00-2:00 PM

Busch Hall, room 126

Education

1:00-2:00 PM

Seigle Hall, room 107

Electrical & Systems Engineering 2:00-3:00 PM

LOCATION

Green Hall, Rodin Auditorium

Engineering: Brain Dynamics Research Group Visit

11:30 AM-Noon Green Hall, room 0102

Engineering: Energy, Environmental, and & Chemical Engineering Lab Tours

9:00-10:00 AM

Brauer Hall, room 12

Film and Media Studies

1:00-2:30 PM

Seigle Hall, room 400

Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement

1:00-2:30 PM

Danforth University Center, room 150

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ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, PRESENTATIONS, AND TOURS CONT’D Various Locations

DEPARTMENT

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German

1:30-2:30 PM

Ridgley Hall, room 317

Interdisciplinary Project in the Humanities and Text & Tradition

1:30-2:30 PM

Umrath Hall, room 224

International & Area Studies/ Global Citizenship Program/ Sigma Iota Rho

1:00-2:30 PM

McMillan Hall, room 259

Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science

2:00-3:30 PM

Urbauer Hall, room 318

Nano Photonics Research Lab Tour

11:00-11:30 AM Green Hall, room 2104

Olin Business School’s Weston Career Center

3:00-4:00 PM

Knight Hall, suite 250

Spanish

1:00-2:30 PM

Duncker Hall, room 109 13

Friday, October 28 ARTS & SCIENCES: STUDY ABROAD INFORMATION SESSION

1:00-2:30 PM January Hall, room 110 Come hear about the range of study abroad programs open to Arts & Sciences students from Overseas Programs staff and returned students. An overview of the philosophy, policies, and application procedures will be provided, with plenty of time for questions.

HARVEY MEDIA CENTER OPEN HOUSE

1:00-2:30 PM Danforth University Center, room 340 (Harvey Media Center) room 330 (Student Life) Tour the premiere media facilities while speaking to staff and student leaders about getting involved with print media magazines and journals, campus radio (KWUR 90.3 FM), campus television (WUTV), and Student Life newspaper.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM SPECIAL COLLECTIONS AND THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES

1:00-2:30 PM Olin Library, Lobby Come see and interact with general library resources and unique primary source material including artist books, medieval illuminated manuscript 14

book, various author’s manuscripts and drafts, yearbooks, memorabilia from presidential debates at WashU, original art by WashU alums and major illustrators Al Parker and Jack Unruh, a letter of condolence from President Bill Clinton to Henry Hampton’s sister, and more. Curators, archivists, and librarians will be on hand to discuss resources and services and answer questions.

INNOVATION & ICE CREAM

1:00-2:30 PM Mallinckrodt Center, Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation & Entrepreneurship Create your own ice cream sundae while learning about the programs and resources available in the Skandalaris Center, the place where creative minds connect.

STUDENT TRANSFORMATION THROUGH CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: DROP BY THE GEPHARDT INSTITUTE

1:00-2:30 PM Danforth University Center, room 150 Visit the Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement to learn about programs, activities, and resources available to undergraduate and graduate students. Explore how parents and families can support students in the development of their civic identity

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DENEB STARS STUDENTS AND FAMILY OPEN HOUSE

1:00-3:30 PM Women’s Building, suite 117 Come enjoy light refreshments, celebrate the inaugural opening of the Deneb STARS lounge, and meet the staff of the Office of Student Success:

Dr. Harvey R. Fields, Jr., Assistant Dean, and Mr. Scott H. Jacobs, Coordinator and WashU ‘16 alumnus.

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT: READING SOCIETY WITH MEXICAN ROMANTIC COMEDIES

1:30-2:30PM McDonnell Hall, room 362 Ignacio Sánchez Prado, Romance Languages and Literature Romantic comedies are one of the most popular and beloved genres of cinema worldwide. What many fans and viewers

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FACULTY SPOTLIGHT: SOCIAL JUSTICE MEETS THE DIGITAL HUMANITIES

1:30-2:30 PM McDonnell Hall, room 361 Jamie Ake, Interdisciplinary Program in the Humanities Washington Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gender Violence Database is an innovative web-based tool designed to connect researchers and practitioners working in the field of gender violence to the most current available research. We will talk about the crucial role that undergraduates in the humanities and social sciences have played in the design, construction, and implementation of the database and feature the project as a model for student-faculty collaboration across disciplines and as a way for passionate students to mobilize the resources of a research university.

LGBTQIA OPEN HOUSE

2:00-3:00 PM Danforth University Center, room 248 Drop by and meet student leaders, faculty, and staff who are a part of and/ or support the LGBTQIA community on campus, while getting your questions answered about LGBTQIA campus life and resources. Light refreshments will be served. Questions? Email: stephanie.weiskopf@wustl.edu

MILDRED LANE KEMPER ART MUSEUM TOUR

2:00-3:00 PM Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Visit the Kemper Art Museum for a guided tour of the permanent collection led by Washington University student docents.

OPEN HOUSE: ELECTRICAL & SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

2:00-3:00 PM Green Hall, Rodin Auditorium Speak with department faculty about courses, their research and opportunities for your student. Presented by Hiro Mukai and the ESE Faculty.

CAMPUS TOUR

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Friday, October 28 BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING OPEN TEACHING LAB

2:00-3:30 PM Brauer Hall, room 2011 The past few years in our department have seen great growth in the variety and quality of hands-on learning opportunities for our students. Please join us for an open lab where you can try these experiments. On hand will be teaching assistants from your students’ classes, led by Lecturer Patricia Widder, to guide you in explorations of physiology, instrumentation, and

thermodynamics. We aim for you both to learn more about your students’ education and to learn a healthy sampling of biomedical engineering yourself.

OPEN HOUSE: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING & MATERIALS SCIENCE

2:00-3:30 PM Urbauer Hall, room 318 Join professors and students in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science for light refreshments and

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COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING: NOW MORE THAN EVER

2:15-3:00 PM Jolley Hall, room 309 The popularity of computer science and engineering has soared nationwide.Â Faculty here will discuss this trend and our response to growing numbers in our courses and increasingly diverse student background.

MEET THE DEANS 2:30-3:30 PM

College of Arts & Sciences: Duncker Hall, room 101 Olin Business School: Knight Hall Forum Take this opportunity to meet the deans of the College of Arts & Sciences and Olin Business School and learn more

about the exciting developments taking place within each school.

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COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING: OPEN HOUSE

3:00-3:45 PM Jolley Hall, various locations Join us for one or more of the offerings below to hear about exciting and cutting edge research by CSE faculty and students: Jolley Hall, 5th Floor Lobby: Â Join Professor Yasu Furukawa as he presents techniques to recover 3D models of building interiors from a set of images and 3D laser points. Generated 3D models allow for virtual navigation through the reconstructed building interiors. Work on big-data artificial intelligence, which has been making revolutionary improvements in the past few years, will be presented. 19

Friday, October 28 Jolley Hall, Room 425: Join Professor Chris Gill and students to hear about research that harnesses the power of modern parallel computers and offers revolutionary insights into how buildings, bridges, and other physical structures may behave in earthquakes and other adverse situations, including integration of part of a physical structure driven by a shake table. Jolley Hall, 3rd Floor Lobby: Join Professor Ruth Miller and students to learn about our popular Research Experiences for Undergraduates program (REU), and see posters of work presented at this year’s REU Summer Symposium.

FRATERNITY/SORORITY LIFE INFORMATION SESSION

3:00-4:00 PM Seigle Hall, room L006 Come learn about the Fraternity/ Sorority Life community at Washington University. Information will be provided about the undergraduate experience, how to join, fraternity housing, and more. Presenters include Campus Life staff as well as student leaders from Women’s Panhellenic Association, Interfraternity Council, and National Pan-Hellenic Council.

SUMERS RECREATION CENTER DEDICATION

4:00-6:00 PM Field House, Athletics Complex The Gary M. Sumers Recreation Center is a game changer for the Washington University community, providing students, faculty, staff, and alumni with a place to exercise, play, socialize, and find balance. Programming at the Sumers Recreation Center will promote and encourage healthy lifestyles, physical fitness, emotional and social well-being, leadership, and athletic performance. Join us as we dedicate this dynamic space and tour the brand new facility following the ceremony. Reception to follow the dedication ceremony. **Requires pre-registration. Please register for a free ticket to the event on on the Parent and Family Weekend website in advance.

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT: BOND IS BACK! THE MULTIMEDIA LIFE OF 007

4:00-5:00 PM Seigle Hall, room L006 Colin Burnett, Film and Media Studies Today, James Bond is a multimedia phenomenon. Fans can access the 007 world through movies, comics, video games, novels, and young adult and online fan fiction. How, if all, do these various incarnations come together to create a coherent 007 narrative?

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Friday, October 28 In this talk, Professor Burnett argues that what makes the Bond franchise worth studying today is that, unlike the coordinated and consistent transmedia experience of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Bond is an instance of threaded serialism, which consists of competing, contradictory, and interwoven chronologies and story arcs. If the Marvel Cinematic Universe aspires to textual unity, Bond is an improvised “polytext,” incorporating a plethora of conflicting and intersecting narratives, sustained by a multitude of authors, some authorized and some not.

HILLEL OPEN HOUSE & SHABBAT SERVICES

4:45-5:30 PM WashU Hillel, 6300 Forsyth Blvd. Meet the Hillel staff and tour our beautiful house while enjoying hors d’oeuvres. We will also be hosting services at 5:00pm to usher in Shabbat.

WU OBSERVATORY: SEE STARS AND PLANETS

7:00-9:00 PM Crow Hall, Observatory Come to the roof of Crow Hall (weather permitting!) to look at the sky with a high-quality telescope that was donated to the University over 150 years ago. See stars and Mars (which will be up all evening) and, if you arrive before 7:30 PM, see Saturn and Venus which will be setting around 8:00 PM. Enter the south door of Crow Hall and follow the signs up three flights of stairs. Please note, if the sky is cloudy, the Observatory will not be open.

PARENT & FAMILY SHABBAT DINNER: A TASTE OF HOME

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VOICES AND SOUNDS OF WASHU: A CAPPELLA CONCERT

7:30-9:30 PM 560 Music Center, Delmar & Trinity Enjoy an evening of musical entertainment by some of Washington University’s most talented performers including the Washington University a cappella groups, and student soloists and ensembles. Consider enjoying dinner with your student on the Delmar Loop at 6:00 PM before walking over to the concert. Please note the show will start promptly at 7:30 PM. Parking on the Loop is limited. Allow at least 15 minutes to

All Undergraduates All Disciplines All Schools more. find parking and walk to the 560 Music Center. **Requires a ticket; may be purchased in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu or at the door.

PASSING STRANGE: PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT STUDENT PERFORMANCE

8:00 PM Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre Passing Strange is a semiautobiographical account of a young brother’s encounters with sex, drugs, and rock and roll as he searches for “the real.” A rock musical that is equal parts comedy and drama, Passing Strange follows “the Youth” on his pilgrimage of self-discovery from Los Angeles to Amsterdam, Berlin, and beyond. Passing Strange breaks theatrical boundaries, crosses musical genres, and ultimately brings the audience home with a new understanding of personal and creative authenticity. Please call the Edison Theatre Box Office for tickets, 314.935.6543.

Saturday, October 29 PARENT & FAMILY WEEKEND WELCOME CENTER

8:30 AM-3:00 PM Mallinckrodt Center, Lobby Please stop by to pick up your registration packet including any prepurchased tickets, a finalized schedule, and a complimentary Parent and Family Weekend gift. Your student may check in for you.

GRAND OPENING OF THE GARY M. SUMERS RECREATION CENTER

9:00 AM-9:00 PM Sumers Recreation Center Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of the Gary M. Sumers Recreation Center with a full slate of sport and fitness activities and giveaways. This day-long event is open to the entire WashU community including parents and families. Street clothing is acceptable for a general facility walk-through but athletic clothing is required for activity participation. For a full list of program offerings, please see the insert schedule.

SHABBAT MORNING SERVICES

9:45 AM-Noon WashU Hillel, 6300 Forsyth Blvd. Join us for student-led services before Shabbat lunch.

CHANCELLOR WRIGHTON: THE UNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCE

10:00-11:00 AM Laboratory Sciences, room 300 Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton will discuss the educational experience of the Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s undergraduate students.

SOULARD WALKING TOUR

10:00 AM-1:00 PM Buses board in front of Brookings Hall Exploring the Soulard neighborhood offers almost two centuries of St. Louis history - from French landowners to the diverse immigrants of our Industrial Age to present-day rehabbers and urbanists. This walking tour follows the steps of thousands who have resided, worked, and worshipped in the preserved streetscapes. You will walk approximately two miles, with time to shop in Soulard Market, a Farmers Market operating since 1845. Tour time includes a round trip bus ride from WU campus to the site. **Requires a pre-paid ticket; may be purchased in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu

FALL FESTIVAL

10:00 AM-12:00 PM Athletics Complex, Fieldhouse Come for brunch and stay to watch as the Washington University Bears take on the Case Western Reserve University Spartans. Bring the entire family!

Children’s activities will include face painting, pumpkin decorating, a juggler and balloon artists. Requires a pre-paid ticket; may be purchased in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu. $15/Adult, $5/Children 6-12, $5 WashU student (Student I.D. must be presented for entry into the football game).

FALL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE: 9:00 AM Sumer Recreation Center Open House 10:00 AM Brunch and Children’s Activities, Athletics Complex Noon Kickoff: WU Bears vs. Case Spartans, Francis Field

NOT YOUR PARENT’S LIBRARY

10:30-11:00 AM Olin Library, Arc Presentation Room Many of today’s students keep the library in their pocket and access it with their cell phone. Journal articles appear at the click of a mouse. Some newspapers from the 1800s are now digitized and can be searched instantaneously. No longer is the library merely a repository for books. Come see the resources and services provided by the Library to today’s Washington University students. Light refreshments will be available.

Saturday, October 29 BRIEF TOUR OF THE OLIN LIBRARY

11:00-11:30 AM Olin Library, Level 1 Lobby Tours will begin in the Olin Library Level 1 Lobby and visit the following: the Information Desk and other major service areas, computer labs and instructional areas, individual and group study areas, the New Book and Pop Lit areas, and our Special Collections area, which includes our “Ginkgo Room.”

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT: KNEE SURGERY WITH THE HELP OF SEA CREATURES? HOW BIOINSPIRED IMAGING IS IMPROVING THE BIOMECHANICS OF LIGAMENT REPAIR

11:00 AM-Noon Laboratory Sciences, room 250 Spence Lake, Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science Knee ligament injuries (e.g., ACL tears) are extremely common, particularly among active teenagers and young adults. While surgeons can surgically reconstruct these tissues, long-term problems like arthritis often develop, suggesting that treatment strategies are still in need of improvement. In this talk, Professor Lake will describe how bioinspired imaging techniques adapted from the eyes of mantis 26

shrimp, coupled with fundamental concepts from mechanical engineering, are being used to evaluate ligaments in new ways in order to help guide orthopaedic surgeons performing knee surgery.

BRUNCH ON CAMPUS

11:00 AM-2:00 PM Bear’s Den, South 40 Village House Dining Bear’s Den: All-you-care-to-eat brunch, $9.99 meal points/$11.95 cash or credit The Village: A la carte, price varies depending on purchase.

FAMILY FUN SATURDAY AT THE KEMPER 11:00 AM-3:00 PM Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Celebrating ten years in the Museum’s current building, this Family Fun Saturday will have interactive artmaking experiences inspired by the permanent collection. A special treat will be a spoken word and hip-hop performance by Saint Louis Story Stitchers.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: STARTING A CONVERSATION WITH YOUR COLLEGE STUDENT 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Danforth University Center, room 276 Now is a good time to start a conversation with your student about

Welcome Parents and Family Hours Extended for Parent & Family Weekend Friday & Saturday 10am-8pm • Sunday 10am-6pm

LOCATED ON THE SOUTH 40, NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE CAMPUS STORE.

SUPPORT BEAR NECESSITIES, OPERATED BY THE WOMEN’S SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY. ALL OF OUR PROCEEDS FUND SCHOLARSHIPS AND STUDENT PROJECTS. financial responsibility. For many students, the college experience provides an opportunity to be in charge of their finances for the first time. Conversations about budgeting, the use of student loans, the importance of building good credit, the use of debit and credit cards, and saving for the future are fundamental to establishing sound financial habits. Amy Kweskin, Vice Chancellor for Finance and Chief Financial Officer will speak about financial topics that should be discussed and the important role parents play in helping their student develop financial responsibility. Amy will be joined by Mia Kweskin, LA 2017, who will share the student’s perspective.

FOOTBALL CASE AGAINST CASE WESTERN

Noon Francis Field Fall Festival and WashU Football go hand in hand. Come cheer on the Bears as they take on UAA conference rival Case Western Reserve University. Kickoff is at noon. Gates open one hour before kickoff and tickets are available as part of the Fall Festival package (online pre-purchase) and at the gate. Tickets purchased at the gate are $5.00 (adult), $2.00 (children, seniors). Cash sales only. Students and staff with their WashU ID receive free admission.

Saturday, October 29 UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM

Noon-4:00 PM Olin Library Laboratory Sciences, room 300 Learn about the relationships between the quality of educational institutions and rates of local sex trafficking; find out what happens to trace metals when manganese oxides react in soils; explore how politics, the economy, and other social issues influence the debate on public arts-spending and much more! Stop by to hear talks and to view posters showcasing research conducted by over 175 WashU undergraduates in all disciplines.

COMMUNITY SHABBAT LUNCH

12:30-2:00 PM Mudd House, Mudd Multipurpose Room One of the best examples of our vibrant campus Jewish community is the Shabbat Lunch program hosted by Hillel, Chabad on Campus and Bais Abraham Congregation on a rotation each week. In this spirit of bringing our community together for Shabbat, all three organizations are co-hosting a special Shabbat Lunch over Parent & Family Weekend. It will be a wonderful opportunity to get to know the Hillel and Chabad staff and meet some of your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friends! We hope youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll join us!

EL MERCADO

1:00-3:00 PM South 40, Clocktower El Mercado is a yearly event hosted by the Association of Latin American Students that features a variety of student groups selling food from St. Louis area restaurants and student performances. Be sure to stop by for good food, entertainment, and to support a good cause!

THE OTHER ST. LOUIS TOUR

1:00-4:30 PM Buses board in front of Brookings Hall Join us to learn about St. Louis beyond the tourist hot spots. Bob Hansman, Professor of Architecture and Community Engagement Fellow with the Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement, will lead his highly regarded tour exploring the racial, sociocultural, and political context of St. Louis city and county, including the north county city of Ferguson. **Requires a pre-paid ticket; may be purchased in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu

MILDRED LANE KEMPER ART MUSEUM TOUR

2:00-3:00 PM Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Visit the Kemper Art Museum for a guided tour of the permanent collection led by Washington University student docents.

MUSIC DEPARTMENT SHOWCASE

2:00-4:00 PM 560 Music Center, E. Desmond Lee Concert Hall Spend an afternoon enjoying the musical talents of students from all over Washington University. The Music Department Showcase is an exciting event featuring some of the University’s most gifted singers and instrumentalists, as soloists and in small and large ensembles. Free admission. Reception to follow. No reservations or registration required. **Please note the concert will start promptly at 2:00 PM. Parking on the Delmar Loop is limited. Allow at least 15 minutes to find parking and walk to the 560 Music Center.

POLITICS 365: GEPHARDT INSTITUTE FOR CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT’S APPROACH TO VOTER ENGAGEMENT

3:30-4:30 PM Danforth University Center, room 232 Discussing politics at the dinner table can be uncomfortable, but engaging your student in discussion around the election, even about voting in general, dramatically increases the chance that your student will become an active engaged citizen. As a parent or family member, join the Gephardt Institute for a presentation on WashU voter engagement efforts and how you can encourage your student to engage in this important political process.

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Saturday, October 29 STL BUS TOUR

3:30 PM-5:30 PM Buses board in front of Brookings Hall St. Louis is a city rich in tradition and committed to progress. Enjoy the architecture, history and stories of St. Louis. **Requires a pre-paid ticket; may be purchased in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu.

COMEDY NIGHT AT THE DUC

7:00-9:00 PM Danforth University Center, Tisch Commons Come relax in the Danforth University Center (DUC) while a student improv group engages the audience in a lively comedy show that is sure to please. *Seating is limited in Tisch Commons

WU JUGGLING SHOWCASE

7:00-9:00 PM Graham Chapel Come join the WU Juggling Club for our annual juggling showcase. This spectacular show features internationally acclaimed performances by some of the world’s best jugglers for a night of awe-inspiring entertainment. **Requires a pre-paid ticket; may be purchased in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu or at the door.

PASSING STRANGE: PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT STUDENT PERFORMANCE

JAZZ CONCERT

8:30 PM-10:30 PM Goldberg Formal Lounge, Danforth University Center Enjoy live music by local jazz artists and good conversation with other WashU families and students. Complimentary coffee and desserts will be served.

Sunday, October 30 FOREST PARK BUS TOUR

9:00-11:00 AM Buses board in front of Brookings Hall Join us for a morning ride through Forest Park, one of the oldest and largest urban parks in the United States. Our tour will include the spectacular Grand Basin and the foot of Art Hill, The Muny, one of the world’s largest outdoor theaters, seating over 12,000, and the St. Louis Art Museum designed by Cass Gilbert.**Requires a pre-paid ticket; may be purchased in advance at firstyear.wustl.edu.

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PASSING STRANGE: PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT STUDENT PERFORMANCE

of self-discovery from Los Angeles to Amsterdam, Berlin, and beyond. Passing Strange breaks theatrical boundaries, crosses musical genres, and ultimately brings the audience home with a new understanding of personal and creative authenticity. Please call the Edison Theatre Box Office for tickets, 314.935.6543.

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERT

3:00-4:00 PM 560 Music Center, E. Desmond Lee Concert Hall Join the Washington University Symphony Orchestra for an afternoon concert featuring works by Wagner, MacDowell, and Hummel. Free Admission. No reservations or registration required. **Please note the concert will start promptly at 3:00 PM. Parking on the Delmar Loop is limited. Allow at least 15 minutes to find parking and walk to the 560 Music Center.

2:00 PM Mallinckrodt Center, Edison Theatre Passing Strange is a semiautobiographical account of a young brother’s encounters with sex, drugs, and rock and roll as he searches for “the real.” A rock musical that is equal parts comedy and drama, Passing Strange follows “the Youth” on his pilgrimage 31

ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, LABS, AND TOURS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 ENGINEERING: ENERGY, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND & CHEMICAL ENGINEERING LAB TOURS

9:00-10:00 AM | Brauer Hall, room 12 The Department of Energy, Environmental and Chemical Engineering offers students numerous opportunities to engage with faculty in cutting edge research. Meet with Prof. Jay Turner and learn about such opportunities. Following this brief session, join a group of PhD students and UG researchers for a tour of the state-of-art facilities in Brauer Hall and learn more about students’ research options.

ENGINEERING NANO PHOTONICS RESEARCH LAB TOUR

11:00-11:30 AM | Green Hall, room 2104 Join a tour of ESE’s nano/microphotonics laboratory, in which students fabricate, evaluate and demonstrate on-chip micro-lasers. Presented by the postdoc of Lan Yang.

ENGINEERING: BRAIN DYNAMICS RESEARCH GROUP VISIT

11:30 AM-NOON Green Hall, room 0102 Visit the Brain Dynamics and Control Research Group, in which researchers are using engineering models to understand the workings of the brain in health and disease. Presented by ShiNung Ching.

CAREER CENTER

1:00-2:30 PM | Danforth University Center, room 110 Parents and families, meet Career Center staff and learn about the services and resources available to your student.

CENTER FOR DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

1:00-2:30 PM | Olin Library, Level 2, suite 202 Please join the staff of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion for an open house.

CHEMISTRY

1:00-2:00 PM | Laboratory Sciences, room 300 Families are invited to meet with the faculty members teaching Chemistry 111 and 151, and to learn about our objectives for the course and our philosophies for

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ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, LABS, AND TOURS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 teaching and learning. We will briefly describe course policies and standards, and the supplementary-support programs that are available for your students. We look forward to meeting you and to answering your questions.

COMPARATIVE LITERATURE AND COMPARATIVE ARTS

1:00-2:30 PM | Umrath Hall, room 224 Comparative Literature and Comparative Arts faculty will be available to chat with students and parents. Light refreshments will be available.

EAST ASIAN LANGUAGES AND CULTURES

1:00-2:00 PM | Busch Hall, room 126 Come meet the faculty of the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures to discover more about our undergraduate programs in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. Light refreshments provided.

EDUCATION

1:00-2:00 PM | Seigle Hall, room 107 Please join representatives from the Department of Education for a meet and greet.

FILM AND MEDIA STUDIES

1:00-2:30 PM | Seigle Hall, room 400 Please join the faculty of Film & Media for an informal meet and greet. Refreshments provided.

INTERNATIONAL & AREA STUDIES/GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP PROGRAM/ SIGMA IOTA RHO 1:00-2:30 PM | McMillan Hall, room 259 International and Area Studies majors, potential majors, members of the Global Citizenship Program, and members of Sigma Iota Rho and their families are welcome. Please join us for a brief presentation about our major, our students, and study abroad options within our program followed by light refreshments. This will be a chance to chat with faculty and students from our programs.

ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, LABS, AND TOURS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 SPANISH

1:00-2:30 PM | Duncker Hall, room 109 Please join representatives from the Spanish Department for a meet and greet.

CLASSICS

1:30-2:30 PM | Umrath Hall, room 224 Please join representatives from the Classics Department for a meet and greet.

GERMAN

1:30-2:30 PM | Ridgley Hall, room 317 Come meet the faculty of the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures to discover how our undergraduate program combines excellent language instruction with courses in a wide range of historical, political, cultural and literary areas of interest. Light refreshments provided.

INTERDISCIPLINARY PROJECT IN THE HUMANITIES AND TEXT & TRADITION

1:30-2:30 PM | Umrath Hall, room 224 Come meet the faculty of Text & Tradition and the Interdisciplinary Program in Humanities. Refreshments will be served.

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING OPEN TEACHING LAB

2:00-3:30 PM | Brauer Hall, room 2011 The past few years in our department have seen great growth in the variety and quality of hands-on learning opportunities for our students. Please join us for an open lab where you can try these experiments. On hand will be teaching assistants from your students’ classes, led by Lecturer Patricia Widder, to guide you in explorations of physiology, instrumentation, and thermodynamics. We aim for you both to learn more about your students’ education and to learn a healthy sampling of biomedical engineering yourself.

ELECTRICAL & SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

2:00-3:00 PM | Green Hall, Rodin Auditorium Speak with department faculty about courses, their research and opportunities for your student. Presented by Hiro Mukai and the ESE Faculty. 35

ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, LABS, AND TOURS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING & MATERIALS SCIENCE

2:00-3:30 PM | Urbauer Hall, room 318 Join professors and students in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science for light refreshments and discussion of classes, projects, and student life at Washington University. The event will include poster presentations by undergraduate students on their research.

COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING: NOW MORE THAN EVER

2:15-3:00 PM | Jolley Hall, room 309 The popularity of computer science and engineering has soared nationwide. Faculty here will discuss this trend and our response to growing numbers in our courses and increasingly diverse student background.

COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING: OPEN HOUSE AND ROUND ROBIN

3:00-3:45 PM | Jolley Hall, Various Locations Join us for one or more of the offerings below to hear about exciting and cutting edge research by CSE faculty and students: Jolley Hall, 5th Floor Lobby: Join Professor Yasu Furukawa as he presents techniques to recover 3D models of building interiors from a set of images and 3D laser points. Generated 3D models allow for virtual navigation through the reconstructed building interiors. Work on big-data artificial intelligence, which has been making revolutionary improvements in the past few years, will be presented. Jolley Hall, Room 425: Join Professor Chris Gill and students to hear about research that harnesses the power of modern parallel computers and offers revolutionary insights into how buildings, bridges, and other physical structures may behave in earthquakes and other adverse situations, including integration of part of a physical structure driven by a shake table. Jolley Hall, 3rd Floor Lobby: Join Professor Ruth Miller and students to learn about our popular Research Experiences for Undergraduates program (REU), and see posters of work presented at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s REU Summer Symposium.

ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES, LABS, AND TOURS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL’S WESTON CAREER CENTER

3:00-4:00 PM | Knight Hall, suite 210 Families are invited to meet with the staff members and advisors of the Weston Career Center. The Weston Career Center helps business students make the most of their college experience as they prepare for the future. Stop by to learn more about all career-related topics, including resume writing, interviewing, internships, and full-time jobs. We look forward to meeting you and to answering your questions.

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ST. LOUIS HIGHLIGHTS We hope you have an opportunity to explore the St. Louis area through the various tours provided during Parent & Family Weekend. The city has so much to offer outside of campus – here are some of our favorite spots!

FOREST PARK

Located in the heart of St. Louis, Forest Park is one of the largest public parks in the country. Along with great running and walking trails, Forest Park contains many St. Louis attractions including the Saint Louis Art Museum, Missouri History Museum, Saint Louis Science Center, Saint Louis Zoo, and The Muny, which is the U.S.’s biggest outdoor theatre. If you have time, take your family to explore this city treasure. Tip: Check out the Grand Basin near the Art Museum. It’s a beautiful remnant from the 1904 World’s Fair held in St. Louis.

CITY MUSEUM

Not your typical museum, City Museum is often characterized as a playground for adults. Formerly an abandoned shoe factory, you will find a five-story jungle gym, monster slide, rooftop ferris wheel and so much more. Tip: Check out the rooftop Ferris wheel and school bus!

DOWNTOWN ST. LOUIS

Of course you will need to visit the Gateway Arch, but there are many other things to do in Downtown St. Louis. Throughout downtown you will find Citygarden, the award-winning urban oasis with unique sculptures and Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals. Tip: Directly across from the Arch is the Old Courthouse, site of the historic Dred Scott trials.

RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES Ways to stay informed, involved, and connected.

THE FIRST YEAR CENTER

The First Year Center brings together people, programs, and resources to assist new students in their transition to Washington University. We recognize that family members often play a critical role in a student’s transition to college life. The First Year Center supports family members beyond the first year through hosting Parent & Family Weekend, coordinating the Family Ties publication, and serving as a resource for questions you may have. We recommend visiting our website firstyear.wustl.edu and click on the “Parent & Family Resources” tab at the top of the page.

FAMILY TIES

Looking for a way to stay connected with campus? Family Ties is a quarterly e-newsletter coordinated by The First Year Center and Parent Programs that bridges the information gap between Washington University family members and life on campus. Family Ties focuses its content on aspects of student life occurring on campus at four major times of year. Sign up online at wustl.edu/parentinfo and view previous Family Ties issues at firstyear.wustl.edu.

PARENT PROGRAMS

Although geographically scattered, Washington University parents share a central value: they want their students to have the very best undergraduate experience possible. As a parent of a Washington University student, it is important you have opportunities to connect with fellow parents and with the University. Here are some of the ways parents can stay informed, involved, and connected: • Alumni & Parents Admission Program (APAP): Parent members have the opportunity to host or attend receptions for admitted and enrolling students, represent the University at college fairs, and be resources for parents for recently admitted students. • Career Center: Parents can become part of the WashU professional community by posting any co-op, internship, or full-time positions your organization may have available. You can also help by introducing Career Center staff to the Human Resources or recruiting team in your company.

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RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES Ways to stay informed, involved, and connected.

• Be a Hometown Ambassador: Many parent volunteers host events in their homes for alumni, parents, and friends of the University. Attending events in your hometown is also a wonderful way to connect with the University. The Parent Programs team works to serve the needs of all Washington University parents. If you are ever in need of assistance, please contact the Parent Programs Office at (800) 247-8517.

PARENTS ANNUAL FUND

The Parents Annual Fund is a vital part of the Washington University Annual Fund. Annual gifts provide unrestricted resources that enhance the experience for every student. Why Give? Gifts to the Parents Annual Fund directly support the school or college in which your student is enrolled or any other Annual Fund program that you choose. The Parents Annual Fund allows deans the flexibility to fund the top priorities of their respective school or college. Gifts are often earmarked for projects such as enhancing and maintaining technology or providing career development services for students. William Greenleaf Eliot Society Your gift of $1,000 or more to the Parents Annual Fund will qualify you for membership in the William Greenleaf Eliot Society. Eliot Society members are the leaders who help ensure Washington University’s stature as one of the world’s leading institutions of teaching and research. Eliot Society funds are used for student assistance programs, educational resources, scholarships and faculty development and recruitment. Members may receive benefits, including parking privileges on the Danforth Campus. For more information please call Parent Programs at (800) 247-8517 or e-mail parentprograms@wustl.edu. How to Give? To contribute to the Parents Annual Fund, please visit: http://alumni.wustl.edu/parents/support/Pages/Parents-Annual-Fund.aspx or call the Parent Programs Office at (800) 247-8517. 42

RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES Ways to stay informed, involved, and connected.

ALUMNI AND PARENTS ADMISSION PROGRAM How Can You Become Part of APAP? The Alumni and Parents Admission Program (APAP) is a group of dedicated Washington University alumni and parents who assist with the undergraduate admissions process. APAP members help the University recruit, interview, and enroll talented students. Washington University parents are in a special position to communicate undergraduate student experiences, as well as what is to be gained from a WashU education. In addition, they help to personalize what might otherwise seem like a formal and form-laden process. Few people are better qualified to promote Washington University than parents of current students. Parent members of APAP have an important perspective to share with prospective parents and students as they consider Washington University. APAP parent members may host and attend receptions; staff college fairs; participate in Parent to Parent Calling, the Parents Resource List, and the International Resource List; and help to spread the word about WashU in their communities. APAP allows parent and alumni to make a significant contribution to the University community from their local communities. It also enables parents and alumni to make connections with one another in cities all over the world. For information about how to get involved with APAP or to join, please visit apap.wustl.edu, or contact us at (800 or 314) 935-4826 or apap@wustl.edu.