The Division of Student Affairs
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November 2024 eNewsletter
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Dear Colleagues,
Happy voting day! I know this time can bring up a lot of emotions for our community, including our staff. Please be sure to take care of yourself, and each other, as we collectively navigate the days ahead. This morning, I shared this message with students, outlining important last-minute reminders for today, as well as resources offered by our Division, and upcoming opportunities for programming and events. It also reiterates the importance of us working together as one WashU, regardless of differences. This is why our Dialogue Across Difference initiative is so important, and why it is equally important for our staff to engage in dialogues across difference, too.
This is also a time of great celebration as yesterday marked the beginning of First-Gen Week! The Taylor Family Center for Student Success has done an excellent job planning activities taking place this week. Please see here and be sure to celebrate all members of our first-generation community.
Finally, I will not be able to attend our monthly Divisional meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 20, due to travel. I would like to offer a time of connection with me this Thursday, November 7, in DUC 200 from 4-5:30 p.m. No RSVP is required, simply stop in at my office and say hello. I look forward to connecting.
Warmly,
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Anna "Dr. G" Gonzalez
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
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Come enjoy food, activities and swag as we celebrate Election Day! Stop by before or after you vote or even if you’re not voting at all. All students, faculty, staff and community members are welcome.
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The Source sat down with Kirk Dougher, associate vice chancellor for health and well-being, to learn more about how the Division of Student Affairs supports student health holistically, especially during high stress times.
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New name for Student Health Center, formerly Habif Health & Wellness Center |
This fall, the department formerly known as the Habif Health & Wellness Center was renamed and is now known as the Student Health Center - Danforth Campus. Habif Medical Services, as part of the Student Health Center, is the primary care provider for full-time WashU students. Renaming this department more accurately captures the breadth of the services provided, which span primary care, emergency services and psychiatry, to name a few.
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Join the Office for International Student Engagement in celebrating International Education Week, which showcases the vibrant global community on campus with a variety of events that foster cultural exchange, global learning, and celebrate the diverse perspectives that enrich the university and the greater community.
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Congratulations to the WashU Athletics program, our scholar-champions and coaches on joining the North Coast Athletic Conference in the sport of football, effective Fall 2026. Go Bears!
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“Let’s Talk” meets students where they are at – no forms to fill out or appointments to make. The program offers students free, confidential, same-day, in-person, brief consultations with a Center for Counseling & Psychological Services counselor. No appointment needed, just drop in.
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Sign up for WashU’s Emergency Support Team CPR classes to learn how to effectively respond to cardiac emergencies. The Basic Life Support (BLS) course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilation and provide early use of an AED. Upon completion of all course requirements, participants receive a BLS provider Course Completion Card which is valid for two years.
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Gerry & Bob Virgil Ethic of Service Awards nominations open |
The Gerry & Bob Virgil Ethic of Service Awards recognize members of the WashU community who give their time, energy and commitment in service to the St. Louis region. Each April, the award is bestowed upon WashU students, staff, faculty, retirees and volunteers who go above and beyond their student and professional responsibilities to create a positive impact in the St. Louis community.
If you know someone who exemplifies a character of service of, and engagement with, the St. Louis region, please submit a nomination. Nominations are open until Nov. 24. Info about the awards and their criteria are at EthicofService.washu.edu including tips for nominators, past honorees and the award nomination form.
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Upcoming holiday schedule
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With the holiday season around the corner, now is a good time to review the university’s holiday schedule for FY25. As a reminder, the university observes holidays on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024 and the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 29, 2024.
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| Matt Sullivan, PhD, assistant director for WashU Disability Resources
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Congratulations to Assistant Director of WashU Disability Resources Matt Sullivan, PhD on his recent professional contributions, which include:
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Collaborating in writing a chapter in Reimagining Medical Education: The Future of Health Equity and Social Justice.
- Leading a research group of disability resource professionals who received a Teaching and Mentoring Academy Innovation Grant in the amount of $20,000 for their project, Clinical Accommodations Guide for Undergraduate Medical Education, an effort to investigate clinical accommodations for disabled students.
- Being invited, with colleagues, to write an article in a special supplement to Academic Medicine, the journal associated with the Association for American Medical Colleges, which is expected to be published in October 2025.
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| Andrea M. Giedinghagen, MD, assistant professor of psychiatry
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Assistant Professor of Psychiatry Dr. Andrea Giedinghagen was recently interviewed by KMOV about the effects of cellphones, social media and mental health of youth and young adults. Watch the interview.
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| Student Health Center – Danforth Campus recognized for providing inclusive care
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The Human Rights Campaign’s Healthcare Equality Index has recognized Student Health Center – Danforth Campus and the Center for Counseling and Psychological Services for their ongoing commitment to providing inclusive and gender-affirming care to all students. Read the full story.
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Spring 2025 Student Affairs Courses
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Dialogue Across Difference |
The Spring 2025 Dialogue Across Difference (DxD) Course is a great opportunity for students to dialogue around topics important to them, in a respectful and constructive environment. This is an eight-week, one-credit course where students learn to engage across difference, discuss difficult topics, understand other perspectives and build community. Spring ‘25 DxD courses begin the week of January 13 and end by March 7. All courses are taught by trained DxD facilitators, faculty and staff from across campus.
The topics include: Race, Gender, Politics and Interfaith. Students can find courses listed under the School of Arts and Sciences, General Studies. For more information and links to registration, visit the DxD website. Sign up for the CDI newsletter.
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Career Exploration at WashU: Understand Yourself & Envision Possibilities
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This one-credit course guides students through a personal career exploration process to increase self-confidence and personal clarity, which can eventually lead to career choices that are intentional, meaningful and healthy. This class is designed especially for sophomores, but all who are interested may enroll, and it is available on a pass/fail basis. Learn more about the program and the Center for Career Engagement.
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Student Affairs Spotlight |
Celebrate National First-Generation Week, Nov. 4-8
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The entire WashU community is invited to celebrate First-Generation Week, November 4-8. This week-long celebration will build community, support and awareness for first-gen students at WashU.
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Spread the word! Ask students to take the Student Affairs Survey
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Help us improve the WashU student experience! Starting this Sunday, November 10, students in their sophomore, junior or senior year can take a quick survey and be entered to win a WashU sweatshirt!
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November is Native American Heritage Month and Cross-Cultural Connections has a variety of events for students and staff all month long.
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| November 5, 2024, 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.
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Come enjoy food, activities and swag as we celebrate Election Day outside of our Danforth Campus polling place. All students, faculty, staff and community members are welcome!
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| November 5-6, 2024, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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Dr. Gilbert gratefully acknowledges the support of the Incubator for Transdisciplinary Futures, an Arts & Sciences Signature Initiative, through which she is working on a harp music composition grant for the Mindfulness Science & Practice Cluster.
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| November 7, 2024, 12-1 p.m.
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Danforth University Center, Room 150
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Kathryn M. Buder Center for American Indian Studies, Brown Hall Lounge
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This event features Dr. Sarah Kastelic (Alutiiq), PhD '08/MSW '97, the executive director of the National Indian Child Welfare Association and Sarah Nelson (Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians) MSW/MPH '12, the universal services manager for the Capacity Building Center for Tribes and Tribal Capacity Building Policy Associate at the University of Southern Maine.
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| November 8, 2024, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
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Danforth University Center, Rooms 239, 241 & 245
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| November 8, 2024, 9-10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m.
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Dr. G will meet with staff members in the Division of Students Affairs to explore career trajectories and discuss professional goals. Registration required.
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| Standing Together: Countering and Expelling Islamophobia
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November 12, 2024, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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As part of our training series and continued efforts to support the diversity and inclusion of our students, the Division of Student Affairs is pleased to host Dr. Usama Shaikh, the assistant chief diversity officer at Stony Brook University in the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Intercultural Initiatives.
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| November 16, 2024, 12 p.m.
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Join WashU Neighborhood C.A.R.E. as the Bears take on the Augustana College Vikings.
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| International Education Week showcases the vibrant global community on campus with a variety of exciting events, including an International Festival, International Fashion Show, Bingo, Global Trivia and more.
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| Student Affairs Divisional Meeting
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November 20, 2024, 8-9:30 a.m.
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Zetcher House, Risa Commons
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Hot breakfast begins at 8 a.m. with a formal welcome starting at 8:30 a.m.
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| December 2, 2024, 1-3 p.m.
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Dec. 6 - Last Day of Classes
Dec. 9-11 - Reading Days
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Submit an entry for the next Student Affairs eNewsletter
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The Student Affairs eNewsletter is sent the first Tuesday of each month. If your department has content you would like featured, submit via the link below at least a week prior to the edition you would like to be included in.
Examples of items to submit are highlights of new initiatives or programming; staff achievements, publications or awards; department spotlights and upcoming events you would like Student Affairs staff members to know about.
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Washington University in St. Louis
One Brookings Drive
St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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