From the Desk of Dr. Anna Gonzalez
Important Dates / Deadlines
Save the Date: Parent & Family Programming
What to Expect this Summer
Course Registration
Family Webinar Series
Navigating the Families Website
Update Your Contact Information
Contact Us
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From the Desk of Dr. Anna Gonzalez |
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Dear parents and families,
Welcome to Washington University in St. Louis. My name is Dr. Anna Gonzalez, or as students call me, Dr. G!
I am the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, which means I oversee many of the departments that play significant roles in supporting students. I am so thankful your student and family have chosen WashU, and we look forward to welcoming your student to campus in a few short months.
Regular communication with our parents and families is an important emphasis for the Division of Student Affairs. Below, you will see the May edition of Family Ties, the quarterly eNewsletter written specifically for the parents and families of undergraduate students. This electronic publication is managed by Student Transitions & Family Programs and is distributed directly to your inbox during the academic year.
Below, I have outlined key resources for your review. I hope this information is useful to you and your student:
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Bear Essentials for Families will arrive at your address in mid-June. This brief guide provides an overview of the WashU first-year experience and recommends strategies and resources to aid your transition. You will also receive the companion piece, Parent & Family Habif Health & Wellness Guide.
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Student Transitions & Family Programs will serve as a resource for you during your student’s undergraduate experience. Student Transitions & Family Programs hosts important programs to help families transition into the university and stay connected throughout the year. You can find information pertinent to you as a family member on the Division of Student Affairs parent and family website.
- Student Transitions & Family Programs coordinates communications, programs, and resources to support new students. Student Transitions & Family Programs often communicates with new students directly during their first year at WashU. We have identified some important milestones to tackle this summer later in this newsletter.
While the next few months will be full of excitement and anticipation, we understand this is also a time when many questions arise. I invite you to connect with us at families@wustl.edu, or by calling 314-935-5040 or toll free at 844-935-5040. Finally, the parents and families website is a wonderful source for your most up-to-date information.
I look forward to seeing you soon!
Warmly,
Anna "Dr. G" Gonzalez
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
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Important Dates / Deadlines |
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Summer 2022
July 12 -14: Course registration
Fall 2022
August 19 and 20*: Class of 2026 move-in
August 20-28: Fall Welcome
August 29: First day of classes
September 5: Labor Day (No classes)
October 8 - 11: Fall Break (No classes)
November 23 - 25: Thanksgiving Break (No classes)
December 9: Last day of classes
December 12 - 21: Reading period and finals
*International students and fall varsity athletes have different arrival dates. Please check with the Office for International Students and Scholars or your head coach for more information.
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Save the Date: Parent & Family Programming |
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Parent & Family Orientation: Parent & Family Orientation will take place on Sunday, August 21st. Families can attend virtually or in-person. All programming will end by 3:00 PM CDT. During this time, families will learn more about resources offered at WashU and how to support their student during their transition.
Parent & Family Weekend: Parent & Family Weekend will take place October 21-October 23. A detailed schedule of events will be available at a later date.
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What to Expect this Summer |
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Be on the lookout for communication from Student Transitions & Family Programs throughout the summer.
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Visit the what to expect over the summer timeline for the full list of summer communication pieces heading your way. Digital copies of all publications will be shared in future editions of Family Ties.
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You student will receive a Before You Arrive checklist in June, July, and August. Please encourage your student to complete these items each month so their transition to the university is as smooth as possible.
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Registration for fall 2022 courses will take place between July 12-14 during your student's assigned registration time.
Your student's academic adviser will reach out to them in mid-June. Your student must have their WUSTL Key and WashU email established to have access to course listings and be able to communicate with their academic adviser. Remind your student to check their WashU email several times a week to have the most up-to-date information from their academic adviser!
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The upcoming webinars for our Summer Webinar Series can be found below! This series was designed to help your student succeed, by answering all of their and your WashU questions. A recording of the first webinar in the Summer Webinar Series, A Conversation About Housing and Dining, can be viewed on our our Family Webinar Series page. The information for our upcoming webinar and its registration link are below.
We hope you will join us for out next webinar, A Conversation with Habif Health & Wellness, Monday, June 13th at 5:30 PM CST. Registration is required.
Description: Habif Health & Wellness offers a range of services including, primary and urgent medical care, mental health services, wellness support, and health education. Stephanie Hammer, MD, Director of Clinical Services, Tom Brounk, PhD, Director for Mental Health Services, and Aaron Daughtery, Associate Director of Administration, join us for a conversation on:
- Habif services and resources
- Health forms
- Immunizations
- Mental health services
Click the following links to register and find out more information about our other upcoming webinars.
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Navigating the Families Website |
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Update Your Contact Information |
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We encourage you to work with your student to check that your contact information is correct in their WebSTAC account. This will ensure that you, as a family member, are receiving all relevant information including future editions of Family Ties. This includes cell phone number, email address, and emergency contact information.
Your student can confirm your information in WebSTAC. Your student can make updates to their contact information and emergency contact in WebSTAC. For changes to family member email addresses, your student will need to complete an updated form.
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For a springboard to help you determine the best answer to your questions, please email families@wustl.edu or call 314.935.5040 or reach us toll free at 844.935.5040.
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Student Transitions & Family Programs | Washington University in St. Louis
Umrath House, lower level, suite 0925 | One Brookings Drive, MSC 1136-0332-LL | St. Louis, MO 63130
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