Student Transitions & Engagement
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We hope this message finds you in good spirits and well-prepared for the last week of classes before winter break. As final exams approach, remember to use all the available resources you need for studying and support. We are rooting for your success and looking forward to celebrating your accomplishments this semester!
If you have any questions, feel free to email us or ask your WUSA!
Please check out the upcoming events in the 'What to do in the Lou' section. St. Louis has some really fun events happening in and around the city!
— Student Transitions & Engagement
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Important Dates & Deadlines |
- December 6: Last day of classes
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December 9-18: Reading period and final exams
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- January 13: First day of classes
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January 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No classes
- January 23: Last day to add/wait/change/drop with D (by 9:00 PM CT)
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WashU Student Experience Survey |
Don't miss your opportunity to share your thoughts and win! Your feedback is essential to help WashU strengthen the student experience for you and your peers. Randomly-selected participants from completed surveys will receive gifts such as WashU sweatshirts, stuffed bears, and more.
Complete the WashU student experience survey →
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Winter Break Dining Hours |
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WashU Libraries Winter Closure
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Most locations of WashU Libraries will be inaccessible from Wednesday, December 17 through Wednesday, January 1. Learn more and review remote resources at the WashU Libraries website.
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What's Happening on Campus This Month
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Multiple dates available!
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- December 6 & 7 at 7:30 PM
- December 8 at 2:00 PM
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All performances take place in Edison Theatre. PAD's annual fall dance concert explores the relationship between temporality and dance, posing the question “What is it time for?”—in dance, art, history, culture and society. Tickets are FREE for full-time WashU undergraduate students. Reserve a ticket by visiting the Edison Theatre Box Office or by calling 314-935-6543!
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The 442s present their not-to-be-missed annual Holiday Spectacular! Performing traditional and original favorites that break down boundaries between jazz, soul, pop, and classical music, this concert will get you in the perfect holiday spirit! Tickets are FREE for WashU students with your ID. Reserve a ticket by visiting the Edison Theatre Box Office or by calling 314-935-6543!
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Be sure to follow the instructions from Residential Life based on your winter break plans. Additional details can be found on the Academic Break Housing Information page. All forms referenced below are available via the WashU Housing Portal on WebSTAC. Registration for winter break opens December 2.
Staying for the entire winter break:
You must complete the Winter Housing Form to maintain access to residential facilities. You will check the box to stay for the entire break once you are inside the form.
Leaving for the entire winter break but returning in the spring semester:
Complete the Winter Checklist before leaving campus. Take your key card so you can return to your room in the spring semester. You may leave your belongings in your room.
Staying for a portion and leaving for the remainder of winter break but returning in the spring semester:
Complete the Winter Housing Form and the Winter Checklist before leaving campus. Take your key card so you can return to your room in the spring semester. You will select a specific departure date once you are inside the form. You may leave your belongings in your room.
Leaving the university permanently or not returning to ResLife Housing in the spring semester:
Complete the checklist items contained on the Check-Out Form via the WashU Housing Portal. You will need to remove your belongings from and clean your room.
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All counseling appointments will transition to Rapid Access Counseling Zoom appointments until Thursday, December 19. Using the Student Health Portal, students can schedule appointments beginning 16 hours prior to their desired appointment time.
If you have trouble scheduling, experience an emergency, or have questions, call 314-935-6695 for assistance.
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WUSA Applications open January 13! |
Interested in helping welcome the Class of 2029, transfer, or exchange students to WashU next August? Consider applying to be a WUSA! WUSA applications will open on January 13, 2025.
Student Transitions & Engagement will host one virtual and two in-person information sessions to introduce the WUSA role, explain the application and interview process, and answer questions. It is highly recommended that those interested in applying for the WUSA role attend one of the three information sessions:
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- Virtual: Monday, January 22, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Registration information will be included in the January Bear Bulletin
- Ursa's Fireside: Tuesday, February 4 and Thursday, February 6, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Career Exploration at WashU: Understand Yourself & Envision Possibilities |
Are you exploring career options? Consider enrolling in L43 GeSt 2421: Career Exploration at WashU: Understand Yourself & Envision Possibilities for the spring 2025 semester. Offered by the Center for Career Engagement, this new course is perfect for students looking to identify career options, get coaching support, and learn all the resources WashU has to offer.
Learn about the Career Exploration at WashU course →
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Get involved on- and off-campus with Campus Y, WashU's largest service organization. Members can assist with youth education and mentoring programs, as well as community wellness programs. Opportunities for leadership development are available, too!
Learn about Campus Y programs →
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South Grand Boulevard is renowned for its unmatched variety of dining options in St. Louis. Within a mere six blocks, your palate can embark on a global food tour, from Mediterranean delights and African specialties to classic American dishes.
Before or after you dig into the dining scene, be sure to explore the unique boutiques, featuring a trendy selection of locally made and ethically sourced products. There are different shops offering artisan chocolate, handmade jewelry, leather wallets, colorful crystals, and more throughout the welcoming spaces. Apotheosis Comics & Lounge also offers a wide selection of comic books, trade paperbacks and graphic novels
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Upcoming St. Louis Events
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Winter Wonderland: Throughout December (except December 24), 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Whether you’re starting a new holiday tradition or continuing a favorite one, the annual Winter Wonderland in Tilles Park is worth a stop. More than a million gleaming bulbs bring displays of festive characters and winter scenes to life, and overhead, a canopy of lights glistens throughout the 75-acre park in St. Louis County. Drive-through tickets can be purchased online; on-site tickets can be purchased with cash only.
- Delmar Cookie Crawl: Saturday, December 7, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM at various shops on the Delmar Loop
- Explore The Delmar Loop’s unique shops while sampling delicious cookies at the annual Cookie Crawl! Over fifteen local businesses will be offering tasty treats and special offers, making this the perfect way to shop, stroll, and snack through The Loop.
- Garden Glow at Missouri Botanical Garden: Most evenings until January 4; closed November 25, 28, and December 24-25
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Featuring more than two million dazzling lights, Garden Glow transforms the iconic setting of the Missouri Botanical Garden into an enchanted wonderland rich with mesmerizing displays and unforgettable moments.
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Winterfest: Throughout December; Fridays, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Saturdays & Sundays, Noon - 8:00 PM
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Gateway Arch Park hosts this winter celebration with fan favorites such as ice skating, s’more stations and igloos positioned under 100,000 twinkling lights. Winterfest continues through the month with holiday-themed karaoke and appearances by princesses and superheroes, while a New Year’s Eve fireworks display marks the end of the festivities.
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Connect with Student Transitions & Engagement
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Washington University in St. Louis
1 Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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Washington University in St. Louis
1 Brookings Drive
St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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