Welcome (or welcome back) to Washington University in St. Louis! The Office of Residential Life is excited to have you as part of our vibrant on-campus community for the upcoming year. Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning for another year, we are committed to making your residential experience engaging, supportive, and memorable.

Living in our residential communities offers countless opportunities to connect with peers, get involved in campus life, and take advantage of the many resources available to you. Our team is here to support your academic success, personal growth, and well-being throughout the year.

This newsletter is sent monthly and contains vital updates from the Office of Residential Life. Look out for the next edition on October 1.

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Printing locations within Residential Life buildings have been condensed to a smaller number of central sites. These locations were selected based on printer usage and student demand, ensuring that printing resources are placed where they are used most often. Students can continue to send documents from their devices and pick them up at any of these designated residential printer stations, providing reliable and convenient access close to where you live.

More information on Residential Printing locations including how to submit issues involving printers can be found by clicking the button below.

Meet your future employer at the Fall Career Expo Sept. 17-18.

When: 3-6 p.m. Where: Danforth Campus, Athletic Complex

Connect with organizations from a wide range of industries, including:
Business 
Creative Industries
Entrepreneurship
Government
Health Care
Sciences
Social Impact
Technology

This premier, two-day recruiting event is open to all schools, majors, class levels, undergraduate, graduate, PhD, Post Doc and MBA students. Register on Handshake.
 
Learn more about the Career Expo.

Fall Break is Saturday October, 4 through Tuesday, October 7

Students are allowed to remain in their rooms throughout Fall Break.
Be on the lookout for special programs put on by our office and CS40 for Fall Break.

As you settle into the semester, we encourage all residents to take a few minutes to review our Residential Life policies. These guidelines are designed to support a safe, respectful, and inclusive living environment for everyone. From guest expectations to community standards, knowing the policies helps you make informed decisions and contribute to the well-being of your residential community. You can find the full set of policies on the Residential Life website.

https://reslife.washu.edu/policies-procedures/

Please avoid using magnetic card holders, sleeves, or phone cases for your WashU ID and Room Key Cards. The magnetic material can damage the technology in your cards, causing them to stop working and potentially locking you out of your room. To keep your cards working properly, store them in a non-magnetic holder or wallet. In the event that your WashU ID stops working on any Residential Life facility, stop by the nearest Residential Life office for assistance.

The Residential Life Center in Zetcher House

The Residential Life Office in Village House

If you find yourself locked out of your room, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. During business hours (8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday - Friday), please use the kiosks at your nearest Residential Life office to request assistance. If it’s after hours or on weekends, contact the Residential Life staff on duty for support.
You can reach them via phone at 314-935-5555.

Remember to always carry your WashU ID Card and Room Key to help avoid lockouts and ensure smooth access to your space.

Kiosks are located in the following locations:

The Residential Life Center in Zetcher House

The Residential Life Office in Village House

If you have an issue where you have your room key, but your lock does not work properly, please submit a Maintenance Request.

If you have any emergency maintenance need, please let your RA or RCD know. If you are unable to quickly find an RA or RCD, please call WashU Police at 314-935-5555.

Emergencies include things like overflowing water, leaks, lack of heating/AC, no power, or clogged drains.

For all other maintenance issues, please submit a Maintenance Request.