The First-Year Experience immerses students into the WashU and St. Louis communities through Bear Beginnings, first-year traditions, and faculty connections.
First-Year Experience
Audience: First Year
Spring Semester Housing Application
To apply for housing for the Spring semester, students must complete the Spring Semester Housing Application on the Housing Portal. Housing during the Spring Semester is based on availability. Therefore, […]
Habif Mission Statement and Related Policies
Our mission is to foster a compassionate and inclusive environment that supports each WashU student’s physical, mental and emotional well-being.
Rachel Iverson
Rachel manages outreach and events that support transfer, exchange, and sophomore students. She oversees teams of student mentors serving a wide range of student populations. Rachel also contributes to orientation […]
First Day
Each year, WashU students celebrate the start of the fall semester by posing for a photo with a ‘First Day’ sign. First Day is Monday, August 28, 2023!
Danforth Scholars Community Internship Stipend Application
Danforth Scholars may apply for this stipend until April 1.
Designing Your First and Second Years
Resources for Summer Experiences, Campus Connection & Community Engagement We want to partner with you as you follow your curiosity and explore options. Even in your early college years, there […]
TimelyCare: Virtual care from anywhere
WashU students now get FREE 24/7 medical and mental telehealth. Download the app today.
TRIO 50th Anniversary
Join us in celebrating November 8-11. The program includes acknowledgement of First-Generation Celebration Day and discussion with TRIO alumni.
Understanding Islamophobia with Amer F. Ahmed
Join us for this virtual event on September 21 at 5:30 p.m.