|
Quick Links
| |
University Resources
|
 | |
We want to hear from YOU!
| |
Please continue
to share any comments and ideas with us about content for upcoming issues by contacting us at FamilyTies@wustl.edu
|
 |
Need information about the Student Health Center? Check out the Parents page on their website for clinic hours and contact information.
| |
|
|
|
Career Center: Summer Plans
Your student can make the most of his or her summer by setting up informational conversations. Starting with family friends is the easiest way to practice networking and gather career-related information. For helpful tips, direct your student to our Networking & Informational Interviews Handout. Our Career Advisors are also available over the summer to meet, talk, or Skype with students to discuss networking and the career search process.
Does your student have summer 2014 plans? Encourage him or her to report summer plans by June 1 for a chance to win $100.
For more information, visit careercenter.wustl.edu.
|
|
New Summer Courses and Jobs Available
What's your son or daughter doing this summer? Make your summer count. Registration for summer school is now open, from summer institutes to online courses and more. In addition, space is available for your student to live on campus while taking courses or while working in a lab or internship.
|
Student Health Services Put on Your List of Must Dos! Action Required
Student Health Services is happy to announce that United Healthcare Student Resources will be providing a robust student health insurance policy for all students. This policy will be effective 8/1/2014. All students will be included in this policy and charged for this policy. There is a waiver process which allows a student to provide proof of adequate insurance coverage to waive out of the policy. Students on a J1 or F1 Visa status are not permitted to waive the policy. Students should monitor shs.wustl.edu for announcements about the health insurance policy and waiver process. Action is required by students if they wish to waive out of the policy and avoid the charge for the health insurance. Information will be available on July 1, 2014 at shs.wustl.edu about the policy and waiver process.
|
Calling All Parents! APAP Parent to Parent Calling Program
 Remember that call you got from a Washington University parent volunteer when your child was getting ready to begin his or her freshman year? Remember that feeling of welcome and reassurance as you became part of the Washington University family? The Parent to Parent Calling Program is your opportunity to instill that same feeling in the newest WU parents! In June, APAP parent volunteers reach out to parents of enrolling students to congratulate them on their child's admission and answer any questions they may have about WU. If you would like to learn more about APAP and assist with Parent to Parent Calling, please email us at apap@wustl.edu or call us at (314 or 800) 935-4826.
To join APAP or renew your membership for the 2014-2015 school year: http://alumni.wustl.edu/getinvolved/apap/Pages/Membership-Form-Landing-Page.aspx
|
|
Lagieski Wins 100 Breaststroke National Championship
Washington University in St. Louis freshman Michael Lagieski set a meet and school record on his way to winning the national championship in the men's 100 breaststroke March 21 at the 2014 NCAA Division III Swimming & Diving Championships at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis. Lagieski is the fourth men's swimmer in Washington University to win a national championship, joining Michael Slavik (2006, 50 freestyle), Eric Triebe (2006, 200 free) and Alex Beyer (2009 and 2010, 400 individual medley). Read more here.
|
Bear Necessities
 | |
Bear Necessities has packing supplies to get your student ready for move out
|
 | | AMAZING APRIL SALE: Save Additional 20% on All HURLEY, LEAGUE COLLEGIATE, 47 BRAND, and CHAMPION SAVE 20% TO 50+% |
|
|
Fun Times and Study Hours at the DUC
Over the next few weeks the Danforth University Center (DUC) will host high energy events created by students for students. When classes end and exam time draws near, the DUC becomes study central offering countless spaces for students to study no matter what their academic style might be. Late night study snacks will be served.
Through its innovative new grant program, "The DUC Presents" the Danforth University Center provides funds to student groups interested in developing new programs So far there has been great success with 4 programs scheduled for this semester alone. These include a collaborative storytelling/performance experience with local school children and upcoming bazaar. The goal of the program is to ensure the availability of safe and substance free weekend entertainment options. To learn more check out the DUC Facebook page.
The DUC will also serve as the official study break space for Wash U. during reading week. We are planning three nights of great programming to help students as they prepare for a stressful week. Once the schedule is finalized we will have it posted on our website and facebook page.
|
|
Celebrating Excellence in Leadership
On April 27th Holmes Lounge will be packed as members of the University community come together to celebrate and recognize an outstanding year of leadership by undergraduate students at the Excellence in Leadership awards event. Dozens of individual
student leaders and student groups have been nominated for a wide array of awards given in 4 categories: Excellence in Student Group Programming, Excellence in Social Justice, Excellence in Values Congruence and Excellence in Progressive Leadership. Nominated students and student groups are acknowledged before the actual awards are handed out to enthusiastic applause. Learn more about the awards and past recipients
here.
|
|
Washington, DC Programs
The WUSTL Washington D.C. Program, available for the spring semester, allows students to take advantage of the extraordinary opportunities in the nation's capital. This program is designed to be flexible and can accommodate the interests of WU students in all schools. In addition to an internship and course work, the program includes housing at the NYU Center and extracurricular activities planned for WU students.
The Spring 2015 program deadline is May 1st. Additional information and the application can be accessed at dc.wustl.edu.
|
|
Intern and Learn in Washington, DC
Consider spending a semester at Washington University's D.C. Program! Open to undergraduates from any major, the D.C. program combines rigorous coursework with practical internships in a wide variety of areas. As interns, WU students have a unique opportunity to apply their research, analysis, and writing skills in a professional workplace setting. Participating in D.C.'s vibrant intellectual, political, international and cultural life enhances the Washington University experience. For program details and application information, visit: dc.wustl.edu.
|
|
Olin Business School: New Course Offering!
The Olin Business School, in collaboration with the Washington University Career Center, is offering a new course: Business Fundamentals & Professional Competencies for Non-Business Students. The course is designed for Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Art and Architecture students seeking fundamental business skills essential to modern management. In an intensive three week summer program, students will work with an experienced team of faculty to learn tools and acquire skills that will facilitate success in a broad range of organizational settings including government agencies, non-profits, entrepreneurial ventures, and corporations. Students will learn the principles of strategic analysis and problem solving, data-driven decision making, financial analysis, effective communication, and team development. The course will use a combination of lectures, exercises, projects, and cases to introduce students to these topics and to assist them in applying this learning to their personal career planning process.
|
|
It's a Great Time to be a Student Entrepreneur
Has your student ever
expressed an interest in hiring U Trucking to help them move out of a dorm room at the end of the school year? What about requesting that they hire laundry services from Wash U Wash (to free up precious study time of course) or in room water cooler through Wydown Water?
These businesses are among 8 student owned and operated businesses in operation on campus through the Student Entrepreneurial Program (StEP). Through StEP undergraduates from any field of study can undertake the real world experience of creating and managing every aspect of a small business. Last year a generous donation was made to StEP to provide loans to students interested in becoming a part of the program but were barred from doing so because of cost. This year, second donor increased the loan fund and provided additional sums to create grants for the start of new businesses. Does your undergrad have the next great idea for a new business? Check out step.wustl.edu.
|
|
International Leadership Institute
The McDonnell Academy International Leadership Institute (MAILI) is now accepting applications for the 2014 summer! MAILI is a five-week summer experience for undergraduates. Students develop leadership skills, earn credit, and network with students from around the world.
Click here to learn more.
|
|
Learn Globally. Compete Globally.
Consider the Global Certificate Program
Encourage your student to internationalize their undergraduate experience with The Global Certificate, an interdisciplinary program designed to expose students to diverse perspectives and help them build the practical skills needed to thrive in today's dynamic international landscape.
Applications for Freshman and Sophomore students are currently being accepted. Deadline is May 1, 2014. For more information, visit our website.
|
|
High School Summer Experiences
Washington University's high school summer programs provide academically talented high school students with a unique opportunity-the chance to try out college, the ability to earn college credit, and the excitement of living and bonding with fellow students from around the country and the world.
Click here to learn more.
|
|
|
|
|
