WINTER WELCOME EXCHANGE STUDENT SCHEDULE 2020
WELCOME, EXCHANGE STUDENTS! Welcome to Washington University in St. Louis! As you prepare for your semester at WashU, you will share many similar experiences with other new students, beginning with Winter Welcome. This orientation program will help you become acclimated to our campus and introduce you to many people and resources that will assist you. Most importantly, orientation is a time to meet and socialize with other students new to WashU. Your orientation experience will be comprised of events related to your WashU academic division as well as social events. Please pay particular attention to REQUIRED EVENTS as they may pertain to advising and your courses. Some of our social 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 WashU orientation experience. The most important thing to remember during orientation 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 WashU, so don’t hesitate to ask questions as you begin to discover your place in the Washington University community! Legend: Throughout the schedule, the following abbreviations are used to indicate mandatory programs and events; attendance is required: ALL
All Students
BU
Olin Business School
A&S
College of Arts & Sciences
EN
McKelvey School of Engineering
We are very excited to welcome you to the Washington University community!
The First Year Center
newstudents.wustl.edu | firstyearcenter@wustl.edu | 314-935-5040
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Wednesday, January 8 .............................3 Thursday, January 9 .................................4-5 Friday, January 10 .....................................6-7 Saturday, January 11 .................................8-9 Sunday, January 12 ...................................9 Monday, January 20 ..................................9 Dining Hours .............................................10
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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8th Optional events for students who have already arrived on campus: All Day Your To-Do List Complete tasks that may reqiure more time prior to the beginning of WashU’s orientation programming. You can find our Shopping in STL Guide on the new students website with a list of local shopping and department stores. • Check-in at OISS (3rd floor of the Danforth University Center) with your immigration documents • Set up a bank account • Set up a mobile phone • If you have your phone and back account set up, you may have time for shopping. We have provdided you a copy of our Shopping in St. Louis Guide with this schedule. • Bedding • Towels • Winter coat and warm clothing • Toiletries • Food and snacks • Basic kitchen supplies (depending on residence) • Textbooks and school supplies 7:00 PM
Dinner with Exchange Students (Optional) Umrath House, First Year Center Join us for an optional meal in the First Year Center (located on the South 40 across from Bear’s Den [BD]). All campus eateries are closed at 3:00PM today, so we will have some catered food options for students who have already arrived to St. Louis and are looking for a meal.
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 9th 9:15 AM – 9:45 AM
Check-In (Required) ALL Seigle Hall, Room 109 Check-in with your students leaders. They will review today’s schedule with you and answer any questions you may have. Your student leaders will also provide you with a nametag, t-shirt, and welcome bag.
9:45 AM – 10:30 AM
Welcome and Introduction (Required) ALL Seigle Hall, Room 109 Meet the leadership of the Office for International Students and Scholars and get to know other new exchange students. Hosted by the Office for International Students & Scholars
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Dimensions of Friendship (Required) ALL Seigle Hall, Room 109 An exploration of the cultural differences related to friendships and how you can use this information to make friends across cultures. Hosted by the Office for International Students and Scholars
11:15 AM – Noon
Community Expectations and Student Conduct (Required) ALL Seigle Hall, Room 109 A discussion of community expectations and student conduct at Washington University. Hosted by the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards
Noon – 1:00 PM
Exchange Student Welcome Lunch (Required) ALL Danforth Universtiy Center, Orchid Room Join the First Year Center, Office for International Students and Scholars, deans of your academic divisions, and your student leaders for a catered lunch.
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1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Cohort Welcome (Required) ALL Danforth Universtiy Center, Orchid Room Meet your fellow Exchange Student Cohort as we do get to know you activities. Our student leaders will walk through the schedule in detail with you to prepare you for the days ahead.
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Shopping Trip Danforth University Center, Meet at the Grand Staircase Travel with your student leaders to purchase essentials for living on campus. Walk from the Danforth University Center to the Metro and travel to shopping areas in St. Louis. Groups will travel to Target, Bed Bath and Beyond, as well as the Galleria Mall. Bring your UPass and student leaders will teach you how to use public transportation in St. Louis as you take Metro to and from your shopping destinations.
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Dinner on the Loop Danforth University Center, Meet Outside the North Entrance by Mudd Field Join the First Year Center, student leaders, and current exchange students for dinner on the Delmar Loop. We will walk to the Loop from the Danforth University Center. The First Year Center will pay for your dinner costs.
8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Game Night Social Umrath House, First Year Center Spend time getting to know your classmates in this informal setting. Snacks and board games will be provided!
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 10th 9:15 AM – 9:30 AM
Check-in Meeting (Required) ALL Danforth University Center, Room 234 Check-in with your student leaders. They will review today’s schedule with you and answer any questions you may have.
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
OISS Immigration Essentials (Required) ALL Danforth University Center, Room 234 Learn how to maintain legal status as a non-immigrant student. Hosted by the Office for International Students and Scholars
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Olin Business School Academic Meeting and Lunch (Required) BU Simon Hall, Room 118 Get to know more about the Olin Business School, expectations for the classroom experience, and make key connections with faculty and staff. Paige LaRose, Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs, will lead this session. Hosted by Olin Business School
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Coffee Chat (Required) A&S EN Danforth University Center, Café Bergson Join your student leaders for some hot beverages and conversation before heading to your academic division meeting. The First Year Center will pay for your hot beverages.
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11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Arts & Sciences and Engineering Academic Meetings and Lunch (Required) A&S EN Eads Hall, Room 207 Get to know more about your academic division, expectations for the classroom experience, and make key connections with faculty and staff. Amy Suelzer, Director of Overseas Programs for the College of Arts & Sciences, and Melanie Osborn, Senior Assistant Dean for the McKelvey School of Engineering, and will lead this session. Hosted by College of Arts & Sciences & McKelvey School of Engineering
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Safety and Security (Required) ALL Danforth University Center, Room 234 Learn about safety and security on campus and in the surrounding areas. Hosted by Washington University Police Department (WUPD)
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
The Date (Required) ALL Danforth University Center, Room 234 A dynamic presentation and discussion with the Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention (RSVP) Center on sexual violence, consent, and healthy relationships. Hosted by Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention (RSVP) Center
5:15 PM – 6:15 PM
Dinner at Bear’s Den South 40 House, Bear’s Den Meet at Bear’s Den for a dinner with First Year Center student leaders and fellow exchange students. Your meal plans will be turned on and you will use it to cover the cost of this dinner.
6:30 PM
Ice Skating Simon Hall Parking Lot Join us for ice skating at Steinberg Skating Rink in Forest Park. A chartered bus will take you to and from the skating rink. Be ready to board the bus back to campus at 9:00 pm. The First Year Center will pay for your skate rental and hot cocoa. Don’t forget to dress warmly, in layers, and wear/bring warm socks!
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SATURDAY, JANUARY 11th 9:45 AM
Meet Student Leaders for St. Louis Immersive Experience Simon Hall Parking Lot Meet outside Simon Hall for the St. Louis Immersive Experience. We leave promptly at 10:00AM. Bring your UPass and student leaders will teach you how to use public transportation in St. Louis as you take the Metro back to campus after the day’s festivities.
10:00 AM – Noon
St. Louis City Bus Tour St. Louis Take part in a St. Louis Immersive Experience as we explore various neighborhoods and engage with St. Louis culture and community. Join your student leaders on a guided tour of St. Louis with RenegadeSTL. This experience will include a fun and energetic tour of the whole city – past and present. We will be on a bus for the majority of this tour but will get off at a few select landmarks. Be sure to dress comfortably!
Noon – 1:00 PM
Lunch Bailey’s Range, Downtown Enjoy a catered lunch with your student leaders and tour guide from this morning’s bus tour! This will be your chance to ask your tour guide for more information or to clarify any information you received during this morning’s tour. The First Year Center will pay for your lunch.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Tram Ride to the top of the Gateway Arch Gateway Arch, Downtown Enjoy a ride to the top of the Gateway Arch! Your student leaders will provide you with your ticket. Not interested in riding to the top? Tour the newly-renovated museum underneath the Arch. Closed-toed shoes and sunglasses are suggested. Also be sure to bring your water bottle!
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2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Travel Back to Campus via Metro Bring your UPass and student leaders will teach you how to use public transportation in St. Louis as you take the Metro back to campus after the day’s festivities.
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
WashU Basketball Game Athletics Complex Cheer on the WashU men’s basketball team as they take on the University of Chicago! Wear your WashU spirit shirt to show school pride! Snacks from the concession stand will be provided as well.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 12th 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Classes are tomorrow, get ready! (Required) ALL Danforth University Center, Room 234 Meet your student leaders to learn how to succeed academically at WashU. Your student leaders will provide you with academic resources, deadlines, study tips, and more. You will also receive your Transfer & Exchange (TX) shirt at the end of this session!
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Find Your Classes Campus Tours Danforth University Center, Meet at the Grand Staircase Tours led by your student leaders will help familiarize you with campus and help you to find your classrooms.
MONDAY, JANUARY 20th 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Pre-Event Pizza Party Danforth University Center, Room 276
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
MLK Commemorative Celebration Graham Chapel Join the Office for International Students and Scholars for the 33rd annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. commemoration, honoring the legacy of Dr. King and the impact he has made on those who carry the torch for humanity.
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DINING Wednesday, January 8th
Thursday, January 9th
Friday, January 10th
Saturday, January 11th
Sunday, January 12th
Danforth University Center
11:30 AM – 6:30 PM
11:30 AM – 6:30 PM
11:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Closed
Closed
DUC Cafe Bergson
7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Closed
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
South 40 Bear’s Den
Closed
Closed
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
7:30 AM – 1:00 AM
South 40 Cherry Tree Cafe
Closed
Closed
8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Village Cafe
Closed
Closed
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Village Coffee & Millbrook Market
Closed
Closed
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
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Umrath House, Lower Level Room L925