Hi Class of 2026,

We hope you are enjoying your summer so far! We cannot wait to meet you all soon.

Read this month's Bear Bulletin for important information you need to know for your transition to WashU. If you have any questions, feel free to email, message us through the Official Class of 2026 Facebook group, or reach out on Instagram.

-Student Transitions & Family Programs

Important Dates/Deadlines

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

*Fall varsity athletes have different arrival dates. Please check with your head coach for more information.

What To Expect This Month

You will receive the following items in the mail from us this month:

1) Bear Essentials for Students

• Bear Essentials for Students is a publication that helps first-year students prepare for their time at WashU by providing a glimpse into different aspects of the university.

2) June Before You Arrive Checklist

• The June Before You Arrive Checklist contains action items that should be completed this month.

You have already received an email with information about completing the following:

3) Bear Beginnings: Get Your Bearings online orientation

• This month, you will use an orientation portal to complete modules on a number of key topics for student success at WashU. Completion of this online orientation is due by 11:59 PM on Friday, July 1, 2022. Instructions for accessing this platform are:

1. Go to orientation.wustl.edu
2. Select 'Student Login' and sign in using your WUSTL Key
3. Answer the member profile questions. Please select first-year undergraduate. International students are defined as students attending WashU on non-immigrant visas.
4. Complete the modules. Throughout the modules, you will be asked to choose a track for your academic division. Please complete the academic division to which you are currently enrolled. Beyond Boundaries students should select the academic division from which their four-year adviser belongs.

June 2022 Checklist

Each month this summer, there will be important items you need to complete to ensure you are as prepared as possible for your first year. Some items on the June checklist include:

• Reviewing and updating your WebSTAC user profile.
• Taking any necessary online placement and diagnostic exams.
• Completing the Academic Integrity (AI) module.
• Connecting with Disability Resources if you require accommodations due to an identified disability or have questions about specific disability-related concerns.

Course Registration

Registration for Fall 2022 courses will take place via WebSTAC between July 12 - 14 during your assigned registration time. 

Your adviser will reach out to schedule a virtual advising meeting soon. You must have your WUSTL key and email established to have access to course listings and to communicate with your adviser. Check your WashU email at least two times a week to have the most up-to-date information! 

Health & Wellbeing Updates

All WashU students must complete the following health and wellness requirements.

• Submit your immunization record and health history form. Students who have not completed this requirement prior to move-in will not be allowed to enter their residence hall.
• Choose a health insurance option. All students are required to have health insurance and will be automatically enrolled in the WashU student health plan. Students with personal or family health insurance coverage may waive out of the university’s plan but waiver requests must be submitted by September 5.
• Transfer prescriptions to the Quadrangle Pharmacy, located on campus in the Habif Health and Wellness Center.
• Discuss plans to continue mental health support/counseling, if appropriate. 
• Complete the Year One College Behavior Profile, designed to give personalized feedback about alcohol and marijuana.

Family Webinar Series

Our Summer Webinar Series was designed to answer parent and family members' questions about WashU. Recordings of past webinars can be viewed on our Webinar Series page. 

Encourage your family members to attend our upcoming webinar, A Conversation with Habif Health & Wellness, Monday, June 13 at 5:30 PM CDT. Registration is required.

Click the following links to register and find out more information about our other upcoming webinars.

• Monday, July 14 at 5:30 PM CDT: A Conversation with Student Financial Services
• Thursday, August 11 at 5:30 PM CDT: A Conversation About Move-In Day and Bear Beginnings: Fall Welcome