In This Issue
Academics Dates & Deadlines
Apply to be a WUSA!
Department Debrief
What's Going on this Month?
Athletics
Procrastination Station

Hi Class of 2023,

Welcome back to campus! We hope you found time over winter break to reflect on your first semester and plan for the academic term ahead. With a new semester starting, many events, programs, and academic deadlines are on the horizon. Read on to begin the Spring 2020 semester in the know! 

-The First Year Center 

Academic Dates & Deadlines

Mark Your Calendars for Spring 2020
  • January 20: Martin Luther King Holiday  
  • March 9 - 15: Spring Break 
  • April 24: Last Day of Classes
  • April 27 - May 6: Reading Week and Final Exams

Important Academic Deadlines
  • Thursday, January 23: Last day to add, change sections, or drop a class 
  • Friday, February 28: Last day to change a class to pass/fail
  • Friday, April 3: 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.  
  • Friday, April 17: Registration for Fall 2020 classes
Apply to be a WUSA - APPLICATIONS LIVE!


Consider joining the First Year Center as a Washington University Student Associate (WUSA)! This is an opportunity to not only welcome incoming first-year students and make an impact on their college transition, but also experience personal leadership development and professional growth.

The First Year Center seeks candidates who are approachable, dependable, dedicated, knowledgeable, role models, and committed to welcoming new students to campus. 

The application is now open and due January 29th at noon. Visit the WUSA application page for more information.

Department Debrief: Residential Life

 
Housing Selection for 2020-2021 is underway! As you consider Residential Life as your home, we ask that you explore our housing options, which include traditional, modern, and apartment-style living. In our housing process, there are three key steps- the first being to  APPLY by January 15th. Once you've submitted your application, you will form your  GROUP so that you can participate in the last step, SELECT . 

We know that where you live is an important consideration. Our office is here should you have any questions throughout the process. Remember, as long as you submit your application by the deadline, you will secure a spot in residential life-managed housing for 2020-2021. 
What's Going on this Month?

Spring Activities Fair | January 17th 

Join Student Union and over 300 student organizations for the Spring Activities Fair on Friday, January 17th from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM in the Athletics Complex.  

Visit  WUGO for more information. Y ou can search for student groups based on interest and learn a bit more about them before or after visiting their tables at the Spring Activities Fair. 


Student Financial Services - Spring Hours in the DUC | December 9th - 11th 



Connect with a Student Financial Services Counselor!
 
Beginning January 14th - March 11th, SFS counselors will be in the DUC (Room 248) every Tuesday from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM and Wednesday from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. No appointment is needed, so feel free to stop by and chat.


Textbook Central | January 15th 


Join University Libraries on Thursday, January 16th from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM for a fun, hackathon-type event where you can learn to search for your textbooks in the libraries' collections. Free refreshments will be provided.


MLK Commemorative Celebration | January 20th 

Join the campus community 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. The celebration will take place on Monday, January 20th at 7:00 PM in Graham Chapel. 

Athletics

Check out the  spring 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. 
Procrastination Station

Need to pass the time? Check out this month's Procrastination Station:

Pastry Chef Attempts to Make Gourmet Warheads | Gourmet Makes | Bon Appétit
Pastry Chef Attempts to Make Gourmet Warheads | Gourmet Makes | Bon Appétit

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