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Hi Class of 2023!
Congratulations on completing your first full month of college! We know there was a lot going on during the first month, but we hope you've started to settle into a routine. Read on for this month's
Bear Bulletin because there are some exciting updates.
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| Academic Dates & Deadlines |
Mark Your Calendars for Fall 2019
- October 12-15: Fall Break
- November 27 - December 1: Thanksgiving Break
- December 6: Last Day of Classes
- December 9-18: Reading Week and Final Exams
Important Academic Deadlines
- Friday, October 11: Last day to change a class to pass/fail
- Wednesday, November 13: Course Registration Day
- Friday, November 15: Last day to drop a class with a W (withdrawal) on your transcript or change grade option on course to "C" (letter grade). If you are planning to take a W, we suggest meeting with your academic adviser beforehand
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| Department Debrief: The Learning Center |
With midterm exams starting, check out this advice from The Learning Center:
The Learning Center's peer coaches offer one-on-one coaching in the areas of time management, learning strategies, managing procrastination, etc. Access information about our coaches and make an appointment with them online.
The Learning Center also provides a video series with advice on how to structure time for effective learning via spaced-practice, which is also found on the academic skills page.
Remember:
- Don't cram for long-term retention
- Make a study plan by using your planner
- Schedule to study for 1 hr for 1 hr of class time/week
- Include alternating subjects and breaks into your study plan
- Find an environment where you can focus
- To increase motivation, set rewards for daily goals, weekly goals, and end of the semester goals
In addition to general study skills and time management for spaced-practice, students should drop-in to one of the content-specific resources such as: Residential Peer Mentor sessions or Academic Mentor sessions.
Don't forget - additional support exists outside of the Learning Center. Some departments offer content related support, professor hours, AI/TA hours, and taped lectures.
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| Parent & Family Weekend |
Parent & Family Weekend is Friday, November 1st through Sunday, November 3rd. We are excited to welcome all parent and family members back to campus!
We encourage you to check out the Parent & Family Weekend event page to register, learn more about events, and purchase tickets for optional activities.
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| What's Going on This Month? |
Midterm Pop-Up | Wednesday, October 2nd
Stop by the Clocktower between 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM on your way to class and restock your school supplies before midterm exams!
Fall 2019 Study Abroad Showcase | Wednesday, October 2nd
From 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM in Bowles Plaza (rain location: Umrath Lounge), join Overseas Programs to learn more about semester, summer, and academic year study abroad programs available to students! Visit with recent study abroad participants, representatives from partner departments on campus, and the Overseas Programs staff to discover available study abroad opportunities.
Inauguration of Chancellor Andrew D. Martin | Thursday, October 3rd
On October 3rd Washington University will celebrate the inauguration of Andrew D. Martin as our new Chancellor. Chancellor Martin will be the 15th Chancellor in WashU's 165 year history. Be sure to check out the full
schedule of events!
Major-Minor Fair | Monday, October 7th
From 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the Varsity Gym (inside the Athletic Complex), come to the College of Arts & Sciences Major-Minor Fair to:
- Gather information about all majors and minors in Arts & Sciences and other colleges in one place!
- Meet important faculty and staff in those fields.
- Get information related to certain majors from the Career Center, Overseas Programs, University Libraries, and the Office of Undergraduate Research.
- Learn about opportunities to double major or minor in other schools or to complete a 3-2 master's program in Business, Occupational Therapy, Public Health, or Social Work at WashU.
Emerging Leaders | Apply NOW!
C
ampus Life's
Emerging Leaders
program is a leadership development, cohort-based experience for first-year students taking place in November 2019.
The participant application is LIVE and will be due on Monday, October 14th at midnight. Folks interested in applying may access the application form now!
The Writing Center | Fall 2019 Hours
The Writing Center has released their Fall 2019 hours:
- Sunday-Thursday: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
- Friday: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday Tea | Every Tuesday
Join Campus Life in Tisch Commons
every Tuesday for Tea at 3:00 PM! Bring your own mug or use one of theirs.
Each week is hosted by a new student group. Meet members of the WashU community, learn about a new group, and enjoy some tea!
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| Athletics |
Check out the
fall athletics schedule, grab a group of friends, and head to the game to cheer on your fellow Bears! Show some school pride by wearing the red spirit shirt you were given during Bear Beginnings! WashU students receive free admission.
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| Procrastination Station |
Need to pass the time? Check out this month's Procrastination Station:
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