Dear parents and families,
I hope you all were able to enjoy your loved ones over the Thanksgiving weekend. For many, the holiday is a time for reflection on what makes us thankful and for me, I am grateful for the incredible WashU community. I am especially thankful that my work allows me to spend my days with your students.
As the semester winds down, I know your student will be busy wrapping up their coursework, papers, and exams. I hope they, and you, will take some time over winter break to rest and reconnect.
Warmly,
Anna "Dr. G" Gonzalez
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
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Important Dates/Deadlines |
- December 6: Last day of classes
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December 9-11: Reading period
- December 12-18: Final exams
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| What's Happening on Campus |
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| Center for Counseling & Psychological Services |
Beginning Monday November 25 through Wednesday, December 18, all counseling appointments will transition to Rapid Access Zoom Appointments. Your student will be able to schedule both return and new appointments online with a counselor beginning 16 hours prior to the time they would like to be seen.
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| Center for Career Engagement |
The Center for Career Engagement is offering a new course in spring 2025, perfect for students looking to identify career options, get coaching support, and learn all the resources WashU has to offer. Learn more about L43 GeSt 2421.
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| Winter Break Housing and Dining |
If your student lives in Residential Life housing, remind them to review the ResLife Reporter about Winter Break housing. Students must register for Winter Break housing if they intend on staying. There is no additional charge for housing over Winter Break if students register before the respective deadlines.
Encourage your student to check out information about dining hours and available services over break periods.
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Is your student driving home for winter break? On Saturday, December 7 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM in Shepley Garage, Washington University Police Department will be hosting free winter car inspections. They can check your student's tires and tire pressure, windshield fluid, oil levels, and battery. This free check is available for WashU students, faculty and staff.
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- A Conversation about Housing Renewal and Application: January 15 at 5:30 PM CT
- A Conversation about Career Engagement: February 5 at 5:30 PM CT
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Encourage your student to explore St. Louis or build an itinerary for your next visit! Check out Campus Life's In the Lou website to learn about opportunities for all students to participate and engage in the St. Louis region through unique events and service-learning.
Neighborhood Spotlight: Maplewood
Maplewood is one of St. Louis' most vibrant and innovative suburbs. The neighborhood is the nation's first-ever Green Dining District, where restaurants specialize in delicious food made using sustainable practices. Be sure to explore the historic downtown's diverse mix of small businesses; from independent bookstores to unique artisan shops.
Upcoming St. Louis Events:
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Now through December 29: Check out the annual Wild Lights at the Saint Louis Zoo. The display begins at 5:00 PM CT and features a variety of twinkling lights, themed areas, festive menus, Zoo attractions, and more!
- Throughout December: Bring your holiday cheer to Kiener Plaza in Downtown St. Louis for the annual Winterfest celebration. There will be an ice-skating rink, holiday lights, igloo rentals and seasonal food and drink vendors.
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Throughout December: The annual Garden Glow transforms the Missouri Botanical Garden into an enchanted winter wonderland. The mesmerizing display features over two million dazzling lights, a holiday flower and train show, and themed concessions!
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For a springboard to help you determine the best answer to your questions, please email families@wustl.edu or call 314.935.5040 or reach us toll free at 844.935.5040.
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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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