Hi Class of 2024,

We’re excited to welcome you to campus for the start of your second year at WashU! Whether you attended classes in-person or remotely this past academic year, we look forward to providing a more traditional introduction to campus through Sophomore Welcome, which is one week away!

Read this month's Bear Bulletin for important information you need to know for your second year. If you have any questions, feel free to email or message us through our Instagram.

-The First Year Center 
COVID-19 Protocol
All WashU students must follow certain COVID-19 protocols once you arrive on campus.

  • Complete your daily screening before leaving your residence hall each day or coming to campus if you are living off-campus.
  • Wear a mask in any indoor spaces, except when eating or drinking or when an individual is inside a private office or room.
  • All guests must complete the visitor daily screening when on campus.
Waivers
Please take a moment to fill out the relevant waiver before arriving on campus. Fill out the Second Year (minor) waiver if you are under 18. Please fill out the Second Year (18+) waiver if you are 18 or older.
Move-In Information
Formerly Remote Students:

Formerly remote students will move in on Wednesday, August 25th. Please check your email to see special instructions for move-in. You will need to check-in with Residential Life at Simon Lot. Students and those accompanying them will arrive directly to the check-in site at Simon (Lot 35) as the first stop.

Upon moving in to your room, please visit The First Year Center (located on the South 40 across Bear's Den) to receive some welcome items (including a t-shirt and wristband for Sophomore Dinner)!

All Other Sophomores:
The remaining sophomores who registered for Sophomore Welcome will move in on Thursday, August 26th. Please check your email to see special instructions for move-in. You will need to check-in with Residential Life at Simon Lot. Students and those accompanying them will arrive directly to the check-in site at Simon (Lot 35) as the first stop.

Upon moving in to your room, please visit The First Year Center (located on the South 40 across Bear's Den) to receive some welcome items (including a t-shirt and wristband for Sophomore Dinner)!
Schedule for Sophomore Welcome
The full schedule for Sophomore Welcome, including event descriptions and locations, can be located via the WashU Events App. To download the app, head to the App Store or Google Play Store and search "Events @ WashU." Once the app has downloaded, you can then click on the appropriate schedule. Here is a brief overview of each day at a glance:

Thursday, August 26th (Formerly Remote Students)

10:00 AM - Noon: WUSA Small Group and Campus Tour (you will receive an email tomorrow with information on where to go for this meeting).
Noon - 1:30 PM: Catered Lunch
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Involvement, Wellness, and Academic Success sessions
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Faculty Fellow/Associate Reception
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: City Excursion

Friday, August 27th

10:00 AM - 10:40 AM: WUSA Small Group A
10:50 AM - 11:30 AM: WUSA Small Group B
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Academic Experiences
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Tailgate (Men's WashU soccer vs. Missouri S&T)
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Athletic Scrimmage
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM: Community Building

Saturday, August 28th

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Day on the Loop
2:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Dear World
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Sophomore Dinner in the Village (events will include a speaker, a photo booth, and an all-class gift)
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Party in the Park
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM: Residential Community Building
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