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Hey Class of 2021!

We hope you have adjusted well into your second semester and life back on campus. There are a lot of exciting events and opportunities as well as important deadlines approaching this month so please check out this month's Bear Bulletin to stay updated.

Don't forget to follow the  First Year Center on Facebook for updates and information about our events!

The First Year Center 

Academic Dates & Deadlines

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.

Residential Housing Application - Open Now!

                           
Mark your calendars for Residential Life deadlines! Residents wishing to live with students from their current Residential College will have the opportunity to participate in the Residential College Process by submitting an Online Housing Application by February 9, 2018

The Residential College Time Slots will be posted on February 12, 2018. In this round, up to 60% of upperclass rooms in the Residential College will be available for assignment to groups of students who all currently reside in that college.
 
First-year students who want to live with other students from other Residential Colleges can select the General Room Selection process. In the General Room Selection process, first-year students are given priority to select suites, which include the suites on the Northside. 

As you prepare to submit your housing application or explore your options for residential life housing, review the FAQ page on the Residential Life website:  reslife.wustl.edu . You also should have received an email newsletter directly from Residential Life with information about housing options, important dates, and more.

What's going on this month? 

 
Green Cup, all of February
Green Cup, the annual energy reduction competition, is beginning this month. Get ready to help your residential college win by incorporating these easy changes into your lifestyle! 



DUC N Donuts, February 2 
Grab some free coffee and donuts and start off your morning right! Campus Life will be tabling from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM in front of the DUC. 

Trending Topics, February 2 and 22 
Student Union will be welcoming Masha Gessen and Michio Kaku as speakers for Trending Topics series. Masha Gessen will arrive on campus this Friday, February 2nd so make sure to mark your calendars and join the conversation. The rest of the lineup for Spring 2018's Trending Topics is available at wugo.wustl.edu.




Lunar New Year Festival 2018: Side by Side, February 2nd and 3rd
Every year, students at Washington University in St. Louis put on a grand show to celebrate the Lunar New Year. The show includes many colorful performances, from Lion dance to Dai Umbrella, all woven together by a play which tells a story of this year's theme, "Side by Side". With the show, LNYF hopes to give Washington University and the St. Louis community a better understanding of Asian culture. All proceeds from the show will benefit Food Outreach, a program which provides nutritional support to low income people living with HIV/AIDS. 

Tickets can be purchased at the Edison Theatre Box Office, or online here:
edison.wustl.edu

 
 
Neuroweek Mind Melt, February 5 
Readjusting back into the hustle and bustle of student life can be stressful, so Synapse is partnering with Stressbusters and putting on an event where you relax with some cookies and  chocolate . The event will be held in Tisch Commons from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. 

Annual Summer Opportunities Fair, February 7
The Summer Outreach Community is holding the 2018 Summer Opportunities Fair next Wednesday, February 7th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM in Tisch Commons at the DUC. It gives students a chance to learn more about jobs, opportunities and other resources available at WashU over the summer. Attend and prepare for your summer!

FRESHstart, February 12
Join the Career Center for pizza and planning for your summer from 6:00 - 7:00 PM on Monday, February 12th! RSVP in CAREERlink for this helpful and fun workshop.



Emerging Voices, Submit by March 1
Submit your original creative writing for the Emerging Voices Program in late March! Submissions are due by March 1st to  epgsell@wustl.edu.




Tuesday Tea
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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