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

Connecting student life at WashU
The First-Year Experience immerses students into the WashU and St. Louis communities through Bear Beginnings, first-year traditions, and faculty connections.
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, […]
Our mission is to foster a compassionate and inclusive environment that supports each WashU student’s physical, mental and emotional well-being.
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 […]
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 may apply for this stipend until April 1.
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 […]
WashU students now get FREE 24/7 medical and mental telehealth. Download the app today.
Join us in celebrating November 8-11. The program includes acknowledgement of First-Generation Celebration Day and discussion with TRIO alumni.
Join us for this virtual event on September 21 at 5:30 p.m.