Division of Student Affairs
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We hope your midterms are going well and you are looking forward to a fun and restful spring break. As the semester progresses, remember the importance of finding a healthy balance between your academic responsibilities and relaxation time. We encourage you to use the many resources WashU offers to pursue your healthy excellence! In this issue, we’ve pulled together helpful resources, events, and tips to support you throughout the month.
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Important dates and deadlines |
- March 9 - 13: Spring Break (no classes)
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April 3: Last day to drop with a "W" (withdrawal) or change grade option on regular session classes
- April 24: Last day of classes
- April 27 - 29: Reading days
- April 30 - May 6: Final exams
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What's happening on campus this month |
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Make well-being a habit every Wednesday |
March 4, 11, 18 & 25; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Mudd Field*
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Join us for Well-being Wednesdays to hang out with WashU Comfort Dogs Bear and Brookie, grab lunch, and check out the farmers market, local health and wellness vendors, and campus resources to learn how we can all make well-being a habit.
*Rain location: Fun Room on second floor of the DUC
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| Wednesday, March 4; 7-10 p.m.
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Galleria 6 Cinemas (30 Saint Louis Galleria, St. Louis, MO)
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Join Campus Life's In the Lou Programming and watch Scream 7, the latest entry in the long-running slasher series. All participants will receive a ticket and a large popcorn and drink combo. Register to attend.
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| Monday, March 9 - Thursday, March 12; various times
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Looking for a meaningful way to spend Spring Break? Register for Spring Alternative Break, a week of hands-on service experiences with opportunities to support local organizations doing incredible work across St. Louis. These service opportunities are free and open to all WashU students. Opportunities include:
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The Green Center; Monday, March 9; 9 a.m.-Noon
- Greenwood Cemetary; Tuesday, March 10; 9 a.m.-Noon
- Home Sweet Home; Wednesday, March 11; 1-3 p.m.
- Forest ReLeaf; Thursday, March 12; 9 a.m.-Noon
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Wednesday, March 25; 5-7 p.m.
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Risa Commons, Zetcher House
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Join the Center for Career Engagement for an immersive event on etiquette basics, introductions, small talk, professional attire and dining. While all are welcome, this event is ideal for helping first- and second-year students build confidence and practical skills. Food is provided. RSVP to attend!
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Save the date for Dr. G's Fun House! |
Wednesday, April 8 and Friday, April 17; 2:30-5:30 p.m. | Mudd Field
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Save the date for these two opportunities for fun! Brought to you by Anna "Dr. G" Gonzalez, vice chancellor for student affairs, the Fun House has FREE food, games, music and more. Join us on Mudd Field and bring some easy fun into your routine!
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Recharge, connect and explore with Bear Adventures |
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Level up your semester! With , you’ll recharge outdoors, meet new people, and try experiences you won’t get in a classroom like teaming up for paintball battles, tackling a six-mile bluff hike, or paddling the Mississippi River at sunset. Each 3-6 hour trip gives you a boost of confidence, connection and fun. Plus, they handle the transportation!
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The Center for Counseling & Psychological Services is offering several new support group experiences for students. These semi-structured and unstructured groups focus on one topic or a shared experience and provide an opportunity to give and receive support and validation. They are ideal for anyone interested in talking with others who have had similar lived experiences.
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Injured & Recovering Athletes |
An open support group for student athletes recovering from medium to long-term injuries. Focused on increasing social support, facilitating recovery, and coping with the impact of injuries in healthy ways.
Contact Luke Evans or call CCPS at 314-935-6695 for more information and to schedule an initial group screening.
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First Generation Student Support |
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Radiance Recovery for Healthier Romantic Relationships |
An eight-week psychoeducational support group for all who fall on the spectrum of womanhood (trans-femme and non-binary identities welcome). Group members will explore themes of truth telling, finding effective support, understanding emotions, self-help strategies and crafting new ways of living that honor the self.
Contact Karolyn Senter or Maggie Gross-Eldridge for more information. Pre-group screening is required.
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New Campus Life text service |
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Campus Life updates are now just a text away! Text CAMPUSLIFEPROGRAMS to 71444 to sign up to receive event news, reminders, and important announcements. You'll also get early notifications for certain first-come, first-served events.
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| Get nominated for the Outstanding Student Employee Award |
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Spread the word to your supervisor! As part of National Student Employment Week, April 13–17, the Center for Career Engagement is seeking nominations for WashU’s Outstanding Student Employee Award. Nominations are due March 2 at 11:59 p.m. and are open to supervisors of student employees.
Additionally, student employees are invited to attend daily celebrations in DUC 110 from 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. throughout the week for FREE food, fun activities, raffle prizes, and community with fellow student workers. Supervisors and departments can also participate in several ways. Please visit this website for more information.
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March means Spring Break, St. Patrick's Day and the countdown to graduation.
is the official supplier of flowers and gifts for graduates, as well as diploma frames. Order early to have your frame on hand for grad photos or to get a gift for a graduating friend.
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| Department debrief: Overseas Programs |
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Washington University in St. Louis
One Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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Washington University in St. Louis
One Brookings Drive
St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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