Hey Class of 2021!
March has come so soon! We hope that you are enjoying your semesters.
It is midterm season so as you move forward, please take full advantage of the resources around you on campus.
There are a lot of exciting events and opportunities as well as important deadlines approaching this month. Check out this month's Bear Bulletin to stay updated.
The First Year Center
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Academic Dates & Deadlines
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Mark your calendar for Spring 2018
- March 11-17: Spring Break (no classes)
- April 27: Last day of classes
- April 30 - May 9: Reading Week & Exams
Important Academic Deadlines
- Friday, March 2: Last day to change a class to pass/fail
- Friday, April 6: Last day to drop a class with a W (withdrawal) on your transcript. If you are planning to take a W, we suggest meeting with your academic advisor beforehand.
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Spring Break
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For students staying on campus during Spring Break, take time to explore St. Louis! For fun, free/low-cost, and memorable things to do, you can look no further than campus or close-by Forest Park. Go farther than walking distance and take a ride on MetroLink to explore other neighborhoods and sights. We've highlighted some of our favorites below:
On-Campus
- Make note that Dining Services will offer Spring Break hours. For a listing of hours of operation, visit their website.
- Edison Theatre hosts the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company March 15-17. Tickets are available at the Box Office or online at edison.wustl.edu.
- Visit the Career Center or other campus resources. Many on-campus departments will still host regular business hours during the week of Spring Break. Consider looking into a resource you have not utilized before.
- Visit the Kemper! Take a walk through the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum on the east end of campus. Admission is free.
- Work out at Sumers Recreation Center. Take note of adjusted Spring Break hours and take some time to enjoy a great jog, game of basketball, or swim.
Forest Park
City Sights
- The National Blues Museum offers a rich history of music, live performances, and student ticket discounts.
- Perfect for a sunny day, Citygarden offers sculptures, fresh air, and a downtown bench for a picnic. Admission is free.
- Check out hundreds of orchids at the Missouri Botanical Garden. You can walk the grounds for free from 7-9 AM Wednesdays and Saturdays or enter for general admission for $6.
- These are just a few of the many things to do in St. Louis. Visit Explore St. Louis for a list of fun ideas and events.
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Residential Housing Application - General Selection
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Mark your calendars for Residential Life deadlines! The second round of housing applications will continue into the month of March. Make sure you are keeping up with all of the important dates and information. If you have any questions or concerns, review the FAQ page at reslife.wustl.edu and contact Residential Life.
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What's going on this month?
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Chase for the Championship, March 2 and 3
For more information about the games and Pep Rally, visit the
Facebook event
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Mark your calendars for TEDxWUSTL's annual TEDx events. Speakers from WashU, the St. Louis community and beyond will share their ideas that "Bend the Mend."
This year's event will feature 5 speakers and 1 performer.
Check out tedxwustl.com/speaker for more details on our amazing speakers!
Doors open at 5:00 PM and the event will begin at 5:30 PM at Hillman Hall. After the talks, a reception will be held where audience members and speakers can interact and discuss ideas.
Check out the Facebook event here.
2018 Leadershape Institue Application, March 2
Campus Life is accepting applications for the 2018 Leadershape Institute. The Institute is a six-day experience designed to help undergraduate students develop their leadership skills grounded in their values. Applications are available on the Campus Life website and are due by March 2nd at midnight.
Looking For Luke Film Screening, March 6
Join
Alpha Epsilon Delta Health Preprofessional Honor Society, Mental Health Peer Health Educators, and the Habif Health and Wellness Center for a film screening of Looking for Luke and discussion about suicide prevention/mental health promotion on Tuesday, March 6 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. in DUC 276. For more information, check out the Facebook event page here
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Assembly Series, March 7 and 20
Join the University Community for WashU's signature lecture series.
Anheuser-Busch Hall, Room 310 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Knight Hall, Emerson Auditorium from 5:30 - 6:30 PM
For more information about speakers, topics, and upcoming events, visit the Assembly Series
website.
Trending Topics: Diane Guerrero,
March 21
Join Student Union and the Association of Latin America Students for a presentation by actress Dianne Guerrero as part of the Trending Topics Series. Dianne Guerrero will arrive on campus on Wednesday, March 21st so make sure to mark your calendars and join the conversation. For more information, check out the Facebook page
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The Color Purple, March 23
CS40 will be selling subsidized $10 tickets for
The Color Purple at the Fox Theatre
during March 19 - 23.
Art+Feminism Wikipedia Edit-A-Thon, March 26
Art+Feminism is a one-day event to fight the information gender gap on Wikipedia. Join Art+Feminism in its one day event to create and improve Wikipedia articles related to gender, feminism, and the arts.
No prior Wikipedia experience is necessary. All are welcome!
Food and drinks will be provided. Bring a laptop and power cord. For more information, check out the
Facebook page.
Join a Career Interest Group!
Career Interest Groups bring together communities of students, staff, faculty, and alumni focused on highly-desired career paths.
Students interested in exploring these careers learn fundamentals, make connections, and get advice. First-year students are welcome to join. Groups include Explorers, Consulting, Engineering, Entertainment, Fashion, Finance, Government & Public Policy, Pre-Grad, Pre-Health, Pre-Law, Strategic Communications, and Sustainability. For more information and to join, check out the Career Center website
here
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The Career Center is open during spring break!
Spring Break is a great time to visit the Career Center to start the first steps of exploring, considering internships or part-time jobs, or just becoming more comfortable with the resources available. To schedule an appointment, use the
online scheduling tool
or call 314-935-5930. The online scheduling tool will help you choose an advisor based on your interests. Skype or phone advising is also available if you are away from campus.
Join Campus Life in Tisch Commons Tuesday for Tea at every Tuesday at 3:00 PM.
Each week is hosted by a new student group. Meet members of the WashU community, learn about a new group, and enjoy some tea!
Athletics
Check out the spring athletics schedule
here.
Grab a group of friends and head to the game to cheer on your fellow Bears! WashU students receive free admission.
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