Caring for ourselves and each other. WE ENSURE THAT STUDENTS HAVE THE GUIDANCE, RESOURCES AND SUPPORT THEY NEED TO SUCCEED. Each class is assigned a class dean who provides advice as students develop intellectually, socially and emotionally throughout their college careers. Class deans provide programming and support tailored to the unique opportunities and challenges that students face during each step of their W&L education. Resident Advisers assist first-year students with the academic and social transition to college while RAs in upper-division residence halls assist their peers with issues related to campus life. Peer Counselors are trained student volunteers dedicated to helping students navigate their college experience by answering questions, providing advice, offering support and connecting students with university resources. The Student Health Center provides primary medical care, both in an outpatient office setting and an infirmary for round-the-clock care. University Counseling employs highly trained and experienced counseling staff to help with a variety of issues that might impact students’ lives. The Office of Health Promotion encourages students to make safe choices by providing guidance on topics such as alcohol and other drugs, sexuality, nutrition, stress management and mental health issues.
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STUDENTS AND SUSTAINABILITY There are many ways students are engaged in sustainability practices during their time at W&L: Sustainability pre-orientation, internships, the student-run Compost Crew, and a wide array of co-curricular and classroom opportunities, from environmental service–learning courses to the Student Environmental Action League, and even theme housing.
