Bear Essentials for Students 2023-2024

BEAR ESSENTIALS FOR STUDENTS

Welcome to WashU!

My name is Anna “Dr. G” Gonzalez, and I serve as the vice chancellor for student affairs. My team is here to help coordinate the WashU student experience that happens outside the classroom. In the summer of 2022, we announced our Student Affairs Strategic Plan, which is built upon the following anchors:

1. Sense of Belonging

2. Leadership

3. Career Development & Education

4. Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (EDI)

5. Healthy Excellence

Our anchors provide a foundation for our work and help us articulate the impact of a robust residential campus experience. One of the most important aspects of your experience is that you feel connected to a supportive community. Please know that our staff members are here to encourage you and introduce important resources.

Enclosed, you will find a wide range of information designed to aid your transition. In addition, this guide offers a brief overview of important tasks for you to complete over the summer. You can visit newstudents.wustl.edu for more information about your pre-arrival preparation.

Once on campus, there are many ways to get involved outside the classroom — from participating in research to joining one of our many student groups. Please see the “Getting Involved” section of this Bear Essentials guide to learn more.

Finally, as your vice chancellor for student affairs, please know I am here for you. There will be many opportunities for connection during your time at WashU, and I am cheering for you as you begin this next phase of your academic and life journey.

Warmly,

Anna “Dr.G.” Gonzalez, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs @akgonzal327 @akgonzal327

Establishing Access

WEBSTAC

Web STudent Access (WebSTAC) is an online WashU platform where you register for classes, see your grades, request official transcripts, review billing information, check your meal plan points and more.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Please check your WebSTAC account to make sure your mailing address and cell phone number are listed correctly. It’s also a good idea to make sure your parents’ and family members’ contact information is up to date, including mailing addresses, home and cell phone numbers, and email addresses. This will ensure they receive important university communications and emergency notifications.

You can make mailing address and phone number updates yourself in WebSTAC. To change the listed family member email address(es), follow the instructions in WebSTAC. You can make changes, add new family email addresses, and remove family email addresses.

PREFERRED NAME

WashU recognizes that many students prefer to use names other than their legal names to identify themselves. Any student on the Danforth Campus may choose to identify a preferred first name in addition to their official name of record. Students can add or change their preferred name on WebSTAC.

webstac.wustl.edu

WUSTL KEY

Your WUSTL Key is the set of login credentials (login ID and password) you’ll use to access WebSTAC and many other WashU online services. All entering first-year and transfer students receive an email notification from the University Registrar with information about their WUSTL Key, WebSTAC and their university email address.

wustlkey.wustl.edu

STUDENT EMAIL

It’s very important that you start using your @wustl.edu email address once you have it as it’s the primary way you’ll receive information from the university. Remember to check it several times a week!

email.wustl.edu

DUO: WASHU 2FA TWO-STEP AUTHENTICATION

WashU 2FA — a two-factor (two-step) authentication service provided by Duo, an industry leader in cybersecurity services — adds a second layer of security to your WUSTL Key account. When accessing WashU systems that may contain sensitive personal information, you’ll be asked to verify your identity through the use of a second device. This extra step prevents hackers and identity thieves from logging into these systems, even if they know your WUSTL Key credentials. Through Duo, you’ll immediately be alerted if someone tries to log in using your credentials.

it.wustl.edu.

PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects the privacy of your student records. WashU policies enforce this law. Certain pieces of directory information (such as your name, mailing address and phone number) may be publicly available unless you have placed an information restriction on your record. If you wish to restrict the release of this information, log in to WebSTAC and navigate to “Student Information,” then “FERPA Rights and Record Privacy.” Similarly, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects the privacy of your medical records. Your Student Health Services portal, including medical records, is accessed using your WUSTL Key credentials. This means anyone with your WUSTL Key can see significant personal health information, including appointments and medical tests. We strongly encourage you to keep your password protected from anyone you do not wish to have access to your personal health information.

registrar.wustl.edu

STUDENT ID CARD

Your WashU student ID card makes your affiliation with WashU official! Your card is your proof of identity on campus, holds your individual meal plan, and grants access to your residential college on the South 40 and academic buildings across the Danforth Campus.

By July 31, 2023, all first-year undergraduate students must complete a WashU Student ID Card Application at card.wustl.edu/apply in order to receive their ID upon checking into campus on Move-In Day.

JUNE

Activate your WUSTL Key.

Enroll in Duo two-factor authentication.

Activate your WashU email account.

Review and edit your WebSTAC user profile.

JULY

Apply for your WashU student ID card.

ONLINE RESOURCES

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Launching Your Academic Career

ACADEMIC DIVISIONS

We encourage you to connect with your academic division for specific questions regarding your academic experience.

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

The largest undergraduate division, the College of Arts & Sciences offers more than 70 majors and minors. Whatever your academic journey may be, you will acquire literacies and skills that will prepare you to engage critically with real-world issues and create innovative solutions to complex problems facing our rapidly changing world.

artsci.wustl.edu

MCKELVEY SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

McKelvey Engineering students earn a universal degree that prepares them to solve the challenges of a rapidly changing world. We offer classroom instruction, hands-on labs and faculty-led research as well as study abroad and student group experiences in 11 major programs and 20 second majors and minors.

engineering.wustl.edu

OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL

At Olin Business School, students learn to look beyond the bottom line and make thoughtful decisions that benefit business and society. We have a welcoming community that allows for a deeper level of engagement, collaboration and program customization. Students can choose between nine majors and six minors, with additional flexibility for interdisciplinary study between other divisions.

olin.wustl.edu

SAM FOX SCHOOL OF DESIGN & VISUAL ARTS

The Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts is a leader in architecture, art and design education. We are advancing our fields through innovative research and creative practice, excellence in teaching and a deep commitment to addressing the social and environmental challenges of our time. The Sam Fox School encompasses four academic units—the College of Architecture, the Graduate School of Architecture & Urban Design, the College of Art, and the Graduate School of Art— and the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, each of which has its own unique history.

samfoxschool.wustl.edu

BEYOND BOUNDARIES

The Beyond Boundaries Program offers students an unparalleled opportunity to cross-pollinate ideas via an interdisciplinary education. The program allows students for one year to be interdisciplinary explorers unaffiliated with any of the four primary undergraduate divisions. Students in the program make an undergraduate division decision at the end of their first year.

beyondboundaries.wustl.edu

ACADEMIC ADVISING

WashU is committed to providing students with the assistance and support needed to achieve their academic goals. As part of that commitment, WashU provides each student with an academic adviser. Your academic division will match you with an adviser who will help you plan a successful course of study, navigate course listings and assist you with choosing classes that correspond with your interests. Advisers meet with students each semester, or more if desired, to discuss academic, personal and career goals. In early June, you will receive your academic adviser’s name and contact information.

COURSE REGISTRATION

You will register for fall courses online via WebSTAC in mid-July at your assigned registration time. Your academic division will provide you with a registration time in June.

AP/IB/Transfer Credits: WashU generally accepts AP scores of a 4 or 5 for course credit. Some departments assign credit based solely upon the AP score, whereas others give credit contingent on the completion of a higher-level course. Some departments do not grant course credit but allow students to place into a higher-level class. Questions regarding International Baccalaureate (IB) and credit for college-level coursework should be referred to your academic division registrar.

Placement and Diagnostic Exams: Students interested in taking courses in one of the following areas may be required to audition or take a placement exam:

• Calculus and math

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Dance

• Languages

• Music

• Writing

You should complete the online placement and diagnostic exams prior to speaking to your academic adviser about fall course selection. When you take the exams, be sure to record your final scores and have them available when consulting with your adviser.

To learn more about the placement exams, please visit newstudents.wustl.edu.

COMBINED STUDIES

While WashU has several undergraduate academic divisions, students are not limited to a single area of study. Each academic division has different course requirements for its degrees; however, these degree programs have room for you to pursue an additional major or minor, or even a dual degree.

If you desire to pursue a combined studies curriculum, you should:

• Attend or watch the recording of the combined studies Summer Webinar Series on Tuesday, June 27 at 5:30 PM CDT. Register or view the recording on families.wustl.edu/family-webinar-series

• Speak with the school(s) or department(s) that interest you

• Seek guidance from your academic adviser

PRE-PROFESSIONAL ADVISING

Interested in a future in the health professions or a career in law? Visit the PreHealth and PreLaw program websites for more information.

PreHealth: prehealth.wustl.edu

PreLaw artsci.wustl.edu/prelaw

DISABILITY RESOURCES

Disability Resources (DR) is the designated department at WashU for ensuring the equal access and inclusion of disabled students on the Danforth Campus. DR is committed to providing qualified students with disabilities the assistance necessary to enable them to accomplish their educational goals and derive the full benefits of campus life.

Students are encouraged to visit DR’s website to review the process for requesting accommodations, including WashU’s documentation guidelines. Determinations about accommodations and other adjustments are made on an individual, case-by-case basis. DR recommends students complete a New Student Application (on the DR homepage) and submit their documentation prior to the start of the academic term to avoid delays in accessing accommodations once classes begin.

disability.wustl.edu

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Effective teaching and learning depend on the ability of members of the academic community to trust one another and the integrity of work submitted for academic credit. This mutual trust enables all students to achieve their highest potential. All students, faculty and administrative staff share the responsibility for ensuring the honesty and fairness of WashU’s learning environment. In addition to issues of academic integrity, the Student Conduct Code addresses other behaviors that interfere with the creation of a safe living and learning environment. Student Conduct and Community Standards works closely with the academic integrity deans of each college, as well as other administrators and offices, to educate students about the standards and expectations in our academic community. The Student Conduct Code can be found by visiting the Student Conduct and Community Standards website.

studentconduct.wustl.edu

THE LEARNING CENTER

The Learning Center, housed within the Center for Teaching and Learning, is WashU’s academic support hub. They offer structured, weekly study groups and drop-in help sessions for large foundational courses, including Calculus, General Chemistry, and Physics, as well as individual coaching for academic skills such as time management, notetaking, studying and managing test anxiety. The Learning Center peer coaches and staff also offer workshops on academic skills.

ctl.wustl.edu/learningcenter

STUDY ABROAD

Understanding other cultures, languages and countries is important, whether you’re an environmental engineer, artist, architect, accountant, prehealth student, or historian. WashU offers many ways to incorporate international study into your undergraduate program, placing students in more than 50 countries each year.

Each undergraduate school has developed high-quality study abroad opportunities that enhance the strengths of its undergraduate programs. We offer a variety of yearlong, semester and summer programs that allow you to earn credit toward your major, minor or general degree requirements while studying abroad.

sa.wustl.edu

Please familiarize yourself with the Student Conduct Code as well as your individual academic division’s policies.

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Many WashU students participate in independent research or as members of facultyled teams. The key to getting started is finding a subject you are passionate about and making connections with faculty who share that interest. Get to know professors, teaching assistants and upper-division students in your courses or in other departments to explore your interests and find undergraduate research opportunities. The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) supports undergraduate students in all disciplines and academic divisions. undergradresearch.wustl.edu.

Check your WashU email account several times a week for important messages from your academic division. You will receive details about course registration and connecting with your academic adviser. You may also be asked to complete important forms.

JUNE

Take any necessary online placement and diagnostic exams.

Connect with Disability Resources if you require accommodations due to an identified disability or have questions about specific disability-related concerns.

Complete the academic integrity module.

JULY

Register for classes during your assigned registration time.

Confirm your AP, IB, and transfer credits were sent to the university.

Maintaining Health, Well-Being and Safety

DIET AND NUTRITION

If you have a food allergy, sensitivity, intolerance or other dietary needs or preferences, the nutrition team at Dining Services is committed to helping you:

• Learn what’s available to meet your nutrition needs and preferences

• Navigate various dining outlets, foods, menus and staff

• Determine your level of care in relation to allergies

• Establish a resource for potential obstacles that may occur as the semester progresses

Dining Services has experience meeting the nutritional needs of students observing a wide range of diets, including allergen-free, vegetarian, vegan, Halal and Kosher, among others. If you need dietary assistance, complete the Dietary Needs Assessment at bit.ly/wustl-nutrition.

diningservices.wustl.edu/nutrition

EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS

We encourage you and your family members to sign up for emergency alerts. You can get alerts by downloading the WashU Safe app and allowing push notifications. You will then receive all campus-wide alerts issued by emergency operations.

emergency.wustl.edu

GENDER EQUITY AND TITLE IX COMPLIANCE OFFICE

The Gender Equity and Title IX Compliance Office is committed to responding to discrimination – including sexual harassment and sexual violence – in an effective, timely and transparent manner.

HABIF HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER

The Habif Health and Wellness Center provides medical and psychiatric care as well as health promotion services. Same-day medical appointments are available for urgent needs. You are required to provide Habif with important health information, such as immunization records and health history, prior to moving to campus. More information about specific requirements can be found on the Habif Health and Wellness website. In addition, you are required by university policy to have adequate health insurance coverage. If you wish to waive the university’s student health insurance plan, you must be able to demonstrate equivalent coverage and complete a waiver prior to September 5. Waiver requirements can be found on the Habif website.

habif.wustl.edu

HEALTH PROMOTION SERVICES

Health Promotion Services provides free resources and programs, as well as risk-reduction information related to alcohol and other drug use, mental health and sexual health. Resources on community health and self-care are also available.

MEDICAL SERVICES

Medical Services provides routine, preventive health care; evaluation or treatment of illnesses and injuries; and immunizations. Psychiatry Services provides ongoing medication management for students taking medication to address their mental health concerns.

It should be noted that we will not be accepting any new or transferred patients who require the prescription of stimulant medications. Stimulant medications include, but are not limited to, Adderall, Adderall XR, Ritalin, Concerta and Focalin. If you are already receiving stimulant medications, we encourage you to try to continue to work with your current provider. If you are hoping to consider starting a stimulant, we will try to assist you in finding a provider outside of Habif that accepts your insurance.

An on-site lab, radiology department and pharmacy also serve students. The Habif Health and Wellness Center is committed to providing the highest-quality care at a reasonable cost to students. Information about co-pays and insurance is available on the Habif website.

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Mental Health Services provides individual, couples and group counseling, and quick consultations called “Let’s Talk.” Students can also access tools such as Therapy Assistance Online which offers brief educational videos related to mental health, wellness and substance-use issues. Crisis services are also available. Students are encouraged to download the TimelyCare app to access 24/7 mental health support services. Learn more at students.wustl.edu/timelycare.

All full-time students who pay the university health and wellness fee as part of their tuition are eligible for services. For more information about what we provide, please visit students.wustl.edu/mental-health-services.

students.wustl.edu/mental-health-services

RECREATION

WashU Rec is dedicated to providing students, faculty and staff with a first-rate health, wellness and recreation experience. WashU Rec manages the Gary M. Sumers Recreation Center and the South 40 Fitness Center, along with developing programs and services that include intramural sports, club sports, BearFit fitness programs, personal training, massage therapy, introductory workout skills classes, swim lessons and Bear Adventures trips. The majority of programs and services are free or very low cost to students.

rec.wustl.edu

RELATIONSHIP & SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION

The Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention (RSVP) Center offers free, confidential, survivor-centered resources and services to individuals impacted by any of the following:

• Sexual harassment

• Sexual assault

• Rape

• Child sexual abuse

• Exploitation and trafficking

• Dating and domestic violence

• Stalking

Services and resources include prevention and harm reduction education, professional counseling services, consultation and connection to on- and off-campus resources. Our services are available to all students. We are committed to affirming, inclusive care and programming, and to being lifelong learners in our work. We continue to work toward a campus culture in which mutual respect, consent and choice are daily practices.

rsvp.wustl.edu

WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

WashU has developed initiatives to both enhance personal safety and protect property. The WashU Police Department, also known as WUPD, is a diverse law-enforcement team that provides foot, bicycle and vehicle patrol 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. WUPD officers possess the same authority on campus as that of a St. Louis County police officer.

police.wustl.edu

JUNE

Learn about the medical, mental health and health promotion resources available at WashU.

Learn about how to transfer mental health care to a St. Louis provider.

JULY

Complete your Habif Health and Wellness Center requirements (including health history, vaccination/immunization documentation and health insurance waiver if needed).

Transfer your prescriptions to the Habif Health and Wellness Center.

Contact Habif if you will require a referral for ongoing medical specialist care.

Contact Mental Health Services if you will require a referral for mental health care while attending WashU.

Complete the Year One College Behavior Profile.

AUGUST

Connect with the WashU Dining Services nutrition team if you have any dietary needs, including food allergies or religious and lifestyle preferences, to learn how to navigate dining on campus.

Living on Campus

One of the most important aspects of your first year at WashU will be your living experience. Our residence halls will provide many opportunities for you to live comfortably, study and build friendships that will last throughout your college career and lifetime. You will be encouraged and supported in your intellectual development by forming relationships with students, faculty and staff.

RESIDENTIAL LIVING AS A NEW STUDENT

First-year students live in one of the 10 residential colleges in a section of campus known as the South 40, located at the southwest end of the Danforth Campus. Each residence hall has a Residential College Director (RCD), a full-time staff member who lives in residence and facilitates community engagement within the college, assists in day-to-day operations, and manages the team of resident advisors (RAs). RAs are trained upper-division students who live in residence and serve as leaders and peer mentors. In addition, WashU faculty members also work closely with first-year student communities, providing significant faculty-student interaction outside the classroom. Each residential college has its own dedicated custodial and maintenance personnel. Residence halls throughout campus feature lounges and dedicated spaces for study, personal computing and collaboration.

FLOOR PLANS AND VIRTUAL TOURS

Floor plans for each building can be found online at reslife.wustl.edu (search for “South 40 Residential Colleges”). An interactive map of the South 40 can also be found at that web page. Virtual tours can also be found online at reslife.wustl.edu (search for “virtual tours”).

PACKING LIST

All rooms include the following for each resident:

• Bed and mattress (extra long twin, 36” x 80”)

• Desk and chair

• Dresser and closet space

• Central air conditioning

• Small trash and recycling bin

• Blinds

• Carpeting

A suggested packing list can be found at newstudents.wustl.edu under the Before You Arrive tab.

Wayman Crow

Residential College

Robert S. Brookings

Residential College

Shanedling, Dauten, and Rutledge (JKL)

Residential College

Lee and Beaumont

Residential College

Umrath and Zetcher

Residential College

Liggett and Koenig

Residential College

William Greenleaf Eliot

Residential College

Thomas H. Eliot

Residential College

Park and Mudd

Residential College

Hitzeman, Hurd, and Myers (HIG) Residential College

SHIPPING ITEMS TO CAMPUS

USPS, UPS, FedEx and other parcel services deliver to your WashU campus address. Remember to include your full address, which varies depending on where you live on campus, and your full name. Full and accurate shipping information will prevent delays in receiving packages. See guidelines below for creating your address label:

First and Last Name

MSC Number XXXXXX

Street Address

City State Zip Code

Your MSC number and mailing address can be found with your housing assignment on WebSTAC. We are able to accept packages for you 14 days before your move-in day.

mailservices.wustl.edu

UTRUCKING

UTrucking has been serving WashU students since 1977, providing a convenient and hasslefree move-in experience for hundreds of incoming students each year. As a proud partner of WashU, UTrucking offers early-access delivery for all its move-in services, meaning that your items will be delivered to your residential room ahead of your move-in date and be ready and waiting for you when you arrive. By choosing UTrucking, you can be confident that your move-in process will be stress-free. Join the one in two WashU students who trust UTrucking every year to take care of their belongings. UTrucking offers the following movein services.

1. Appliance Rental: With UTrucking’s most popular move-in service, you can enjoy a chilled fridge in your residential room on Move-In Day. Choose from a range of sizes and enjoy a full-year service guarantee on all appliances.

2. Ship to School: UTrucking offers a complete solution for shipping your belongings to WashU from anywhere in the country. We send boxes, packing materials and prepaid UPS labels right to your door. Simply drop off your boxes at any UPS store or arrange for a pickup, and we’ll handle the rest. Your items will be waiting for you in your room on campus.

3. Tri-State Area Home Pickups: If you are an East Coast resident, you can simplify your move to WashU with UTrucking’s doorstep pickup service. We’ll collect your belongings from your door, transport them to St. Louis, and deliver them straight to your room. Act fast — there are only 100 spots available.

utrucking.com

SHOPPING ON CAMPUS BEAR NECESSITIES

Bear Necessities is the non-profit general merchandise store located on the South 40 in Umrath House on the first floor. Based in the South 40, it’s the perfect spot to stop for snacks, school supplies, personal care items, laundry supplies and exclusive WashU swag! If you need Kleenex, a pencil or a new sweatshirt, this is a one stop shop kind of place! The store is open late (8:00 PM) on most days (Mon-Sat) so you can stop by after being on the main campus all day. During move-in weekend, the store will be open extra hours. You can also pre-order swag to pick up on move-in weekend by ordering online.

bearnecessities.wustl.edu

CAMPUS BOOKSTORE

The Washington University Campus Store is a one-stop shop for everything WashU. The WashU Campus store carries new, used, digital and rental textbooks for WashU classes and buys back books every day. The Danforth Campus Store is an authorized Apple Educational reseller and has numerous technology items in-stock.

wubookstore.com

MOVE-IN AND FALL WELCOME

Move-in will be on Friday, August 18 and Saturday, August 19. You will select your movein date and time after you receive your housing assignment in July. Bear Beginnings: Fall Welcome is the official welcome for you and your family to the university. As you begin making plans for your move to WashU, we encourage you to visit newstudents.wustl.edu for the most up-to-date information about what to expect and how to prepare. You and your family will receive the Residential Life Move-In Guide that will provide detailed instructions and information around the logistics of Move-In Day. During Fall Welcome, you will engage with faculty, staff and students connected to your residential college; learn about the experiences you will have in your academic division; participate in social programs to help you start making friends; explore St. Louis; and prepare for the first week of classes. Parent & Family Orientation will include an opportunity for your family to hear from Chancellor Andrew D. Martin and Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Anna Gonzalez, as well as the dean of your academic division. Sessions will be livestreamed and recorded for families who are unable to join us on campus. A detailed schedule is available at families.wustl.edu.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

If you are a new international student on a visa, you are expected to participate in an international orientation program designed to help you transition to both the United States and WashU. The program covers issues unique to international students and provides additional time for you to acclimate to the campus and St. Louis communities.

newstudents.wustl.edu/international

STUDENT TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (STS)

STS supports WashU residential students in addressing their technology needs. Services include hardware and software troubleshooting, support for the on-campus network (both Wi-Fi and Ethernet), printing/3D printing, residential computer labs, etc. Our Student Technology Coordinators (STCs) serve within the residential colleges as the first point of contact for tech-related questions.

sts.wustl.edu

LAPTOP REQUIREMENTS

WashU has general minimum requirements for laptops which should meet the needs of most incoming students. Some WashU schools recommend a higher level of computing power than the minimum because of special software required for programs in that school.

techden.wustl.edu/selecting-a-laptop

NETWORK CONNECTIVITY

The recommended Wi-Fi network for students is eduroam.

sts.wustl.edu/services/network

PRINTING ON CAMPUS

Students can print from their own laptops to locations across campus, including in each residential college and many academic buildings. Free 3D print services are also available at STS.

sts.wustl.edu/services/printing

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

Although first-year undergraduate students are not eligible to park on campus, there are many transportation options to help get around campus and St. Louis. WashU Rides offers many tools, like a rideboard to find others to carpool with to the airport or home over breaks, and bike commuter buddy matching. TripShot provides tools to track WashU shuttle locations, view real-time arrivals and set custom notifications, and the email list and text alerts provide shuttle updates. To protect your bike, please use our free bike registration and a U-lock. Your U-Pass provides rides on Metro buses and trains that serve the St. Louis area. CarShare offers hourly car rentals on campus for those 18+. Learn more about these transportation services on the Parking & Transportation website:

parking.wustl.edu

VOTING

If you are eligible and planning to register to vote in Missouri, please use the address and MSC number found with your housing assignment. You can register to vote at wustl.turbovote.org.

washuvotes.wustl.edu

JUNE

Complete Bear Beginnings: Get Your Bearings online orientation.

JULY

Check your housing assignment and register for a move-in timeslot.

Register your bike with Parking & Transportation.

AUGUST

Sign up for a U-Pass, a free transit card for St. Louis public transportation.

Pack for Move-In Day!

Managing College Finances

STUDENT ACCOUNTING

Student Accounting generates billing information, receives payments and maintains your student account. They are here to help you understand your invoice and payment options, as well as disburse refunds and produce your 1098-T forms.

financialservices.wustl.edu

314-935-5274

STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES

Student Financial Services (SFS) takes a personal approach. Each student is assigned a financial aid counselor who will be with you and your family from the moment you exchange hellos to graduation. Before you arrive on campus, we encourage you to check out the SFS website for information on how to view and pay your bill, your payment options and preparation for on-campus employment. Your SFS counselor is here to provide information and resource assistance.

financialaid.wustl.edu

314-935-5900

ACCESS YOUR BILLING INFORMATION

Your first billing statement will be issued electronically in early July. Login to WebSTAC, select “Billing & Bear Bucks” and then “Pay/View My Bill” to access your billing statement. Monthly billing statements are typically published on the first business day of the month. Students can view current transaction activity at any time on WebSTAC under “Billing & Bear Bucks,” “Account Inquiry.”

If you would like your parents or family members to receive your monthly billing statement, please invite them under “Billing & Bear Bucks,” then “Pay/View My Bill,” click on your name in the top left corner and then on “Send a payer invitation.” Your family member will receive an email with the user ID you created and a link to the online billing portal. All other information in WebSTAC will remain private.

financialservices.wustl.edu

314-935-5274

BANKING OPTIONS

While it may be easier to maintain a relationship with the bank you use at home, many students find that it’s convenient to have an account with a local bank. Bank of America ATMs are located at Mallinckrodt Center and Gregg House.

Getting Involved

Your first priority at WashU will be academics. Also important is how you choose to spend your time outside the classroom — whether that is participating in a student group, engaging in undergraduate research or working on campus. Co-curricular involvement is a great way to make peer connections and friendships, build skills that complement your classroom learning and explore interests beyond the classroom. We encourage you to get involved in at least one co-curricular opportunity.

ARTS ON CAMPUS

WashU enjoys a vibrant array of public arts offerings available to community and campus audiences alike. Opportunities range from world-class professional performances and exhibitions to concerts, plays, art shows and writing workshops that give students a chance to hone their talents.

arts.wustl.edu

ATHLETICS AND RECREATION

The WashU Department of Athletics competes in Division III of the NCAA with 24 NCAA team championships, 261 conference titles and 256 conference appearances. Show your spirit and cheer on the WashU Bears!

washubears.com

Intramural (IM) and club sports are a fun, engaging way to find a sense of belonging on campus as well as practice healthy excellence. IM sports is a recreational opportunity for those students wanting to participate in a wide variety of sports or activities once a week. You will be competing against other student teams formed around the university.

Club sports are a competitive opportunity for those students wanting to participate in a more demanding student-run organization. We have 42 competitive and instructional club sports. This may be more of a time and financial commitment, and most clubs will have an opportunity to compete against other universities’ club teams.

rec.wustl.edu

CAMPUS LIFE

Campus Life empowers students to discover and define themselves and their communities through advising, programs and resources. Campus Life supports leadership development, student involvement, and sorority and fraternity life.

campuslife.wustl.edu

CAREER CENTER

Career education is part of your four-year experience. During your first years, we will encourage you to get involved on campus, help you explore future possibilities, connect you with employers and alumni, and help you land a meaningful summer experience. When you’re ready, we’ll assist you in finding your first post-graduation job or preparing for graduate or professional school. Plan to set up your Handshake account and stop by our main office in the Danforth University Center to see our resources and start your journey.

careercenter.wustl.edu

CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Active civic and community engagement are central to WashU’s student culture. The university offers many opportunities, including communityengaged courses, voter engagement, community service groups, philanthropic events, internship-based cohort programs and more. We encourage you to meaningfully engage with the St. Louis community throughout your four years at WashU as you prepare to be an active citizen throughout your life.

gephardtinstitute.wustl.edu

Campus Y

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The Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion provides opportunities for students who wish to engage with topics of equity and inclusion, dialogue around social change, explore social justice education, and find affinity groups and programs. The Center’s work includes advocating for students and connecting them to resources and existing support systems on campus and in the St. Louis community.

students.wustl.edu/center-diversity-inclusion

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

The Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship is the hub of creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship at WashU. Our initiatives serve students, faculty, staff and alumni from all levels and all disciplines — because everyone can be entrepreneurial. The Skandalaris Center provides programming where anyone can explore their creative and entrepreneurial interests, develop an entrepreneurial mindset and go from idea to launch.

skandalaris.wustl.edu

The Student Entrepreneurial Program (StEP), an initiative of the Skandalaris Center, provides students the opportunity to own and operate their own businesses while serving the campus community with unique resources. Students can buy into an existing business or start a new one.

step.wustl.edu

RELIGIOUS, SPIRITUAL AND ETHICAL LIFE

The Office for Religious, Spiritual and Ethical Life (ORSEL) supports students of any or no religious background. We help students connect with on- and off-campus communities, explore religious/spiritual questions and encourage students to “pause” and take care of themselves while at WashU.

students.wustl.edu/orsel

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Student Union is WashU’s governing undergraduate student body. Its primary mission is to advocate for students, allocate funding for student groups and program events for all students.

Congress of the South 40 (CS40) is the representative and programming body for the residential colleges. It’s a great way to meet people in your community and learn about leadership.

cs40.wustl.edu

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

WashU hosts more than 450 student organizations. At the Activities Fair held at the beginning of each semester, you can learn more about student groups that align with your interests and goals.

wugo.wustl.edu

ROTC

WASHU ARMY RESERVE OFFICERS’ TRAINING CORPS (ROTC)

WashU Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) is an elective curriculum taken alongside your required college classes. It prepares you with the tools, training and experiences that will help you succeed in any competitive environment. Along with great leadership training, Army ROTC can pay for your college tuition. You will have a normal college student experience like everyone else on campus, but when you graduate, you will be an officer in the U.S. Army. You can try Army ROTC without commitment until you contract, which is normally during your junior year.

rotc.wustl.edu

AUGUST

Claim your profile on Handshake, your WashU internship and career management platform.

JUNE

Activate your WUSTL Key.

Enroll in Duo two-factor authentication.

Activate your WashU email account.

Review and edit your WebSTAC user profile.

Take any necessary online placement and diagnostic exams.

Connect with Disability Resources if you require accommodations due to an identified disability or have questions about specific disability-related concerns.

Complete the academic integrity module.

Learn about the medical, mental health and health promotion resources available at WashU.

Learn about how to transfer mental health care to a St. Louis provider.

Complete Bear Beginnings: Get Your Bearings online orientation.

JULY

Apply for your WashU student ID card.

Register for classes during your assigned registration time.

Complete your Habif Health and Wellness Center requirements (including health history, vaccination/ immunization documentation and health insurance waiver if needed).

Transfer your prescriptions to the Habif Health and Wellness Center

Contact Habif if you will require a referral for ongoing medical specialist care.

Contact Mental Health Services if you will require a referral for mental health care while attending WashU.

Complete the Year One College Behavior Profile.

Check your housing assignment and register for a move-in timeslot.

Register your bike with Parking & Transportation.

Check your WashU email account for the fall semester bill.

AUGUST

Confirm your AP, IB and transfer credits were sent to the university.

Connect with the WashU Dining Services nutrition team if you have any dietary needs, including food allergies or religious and lifestyle preferences, to learn how to navigate dining on campus.

Sign up for a U-Pass, a free transit card for St. Louis public transportation.

Claim your profile on Handshake, your WashU internship and career management platform.

Sign up for a U-Pass, a free transit card for St. Louis public transportation.

Pack for Move-In Day!