Division of Student Success
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October 2026 Special Edition
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Celebrate Halloween season with Student Success during Parent & Family Weekend
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Halloween Door Decorating Contest |
Monday-Friday, Oct. 26-30
Think your office door has what it takes to win? Enter our Halloween Door Decorating Contest, which opens Monday, Oct. 26, and closes Friday, Oct. 30, at 4 p.m. Submit a photo of your entry here, where you will also be able to vote. The winner will be announced at Dr. G’s Haunted Fun House.
Please decorate responsibly. Follow university policies, keep decorations inclusive and safe, maintain clear hallways and access to doors/safety equipment, and use only materials that won't damage surfaces. Only blue painter's tape is allowed; do not use Scotch tape, nails, drills, glue guns, or tape on frosted glass panels.
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Trick-or-Treating at the DUC |
Friday, Oct. 30 | Noon to 3 p.m.
Help make the DUC a little sweeter this Halloween! Student Success departments are encouraged to have candy or small giveaways on hand as students and families stop by during Parent & Family Weekend open houses. Colleagues are welcome to join the fun in costume and enjoy some trick-or-treating throughout the suites.
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Dr. G’s Haunted Fun House |
Friday, Oct. 30 | 4-7 p.m. | Mudd Field
Join us for Dr. G's Haunted Fun House! Enjoy an afternoon of food, games and Halloween fun with colleagues and students. Wear your favorite costume, celebrate the season and connect with others outside the office. Encourage your students to join in the fun!
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Halloween Costume Contest at Dr. G’s Haunted Fun House |
Friday, Oct. 30 | 4-5:30 p.m. | North side of the DUC
Show off your Halloween spirit at the Costume Contest! Whether you're rocking a solo look or coordinating with colleagues, we want to see your creativity. Enter the Individual Costume or Best Group Costume category and strike a pose at the photo booth. Winners will be decided by event attendees, so bring your best look! This event is also open to students and their parents and families.
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Friday, Oct. 30 | 4:45 p.m. | Mudd Field
Strut your stuff in the Costume Parade! Show off your favorite Halloween look, cheer on your colleagues and join the fun at Dr. G's Haunted Fun House. No special skills required, just bring your costume and Halloween spirit.
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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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