Here is some advice I was given before coming to college, as well as when I made my way to WashU. I hope these tips can help you like they helped me. Stay Connected to Professors You might have already been told a bunch of times to go to office hours to speak with your […]
Stress & University, Pt. I
With my undergrad career finally reaching its final chapter, I’ve been looking back on the past three to four years with a different perspective. Most students go into university prepared for a high stress level and more difficult academics. However, each student’s college experience is different and college is much more than academic stress. I’m starting this mini series called “Stress & University” to reflect on my highest peaks of stress in university. Each part will recount how I dealt with stress and how I learned from it. My goal with releasing these articles not only is to educate those entering university, but as a form of self regulation as well.
Published by Allana
on October 18, 2021
Busting myths about demonstrated interest
Our decision to eliminate demonstrated interest doesn’t change our commitment to understanding your unique circumstances, and shouldn’t change how you approach sharing your story with us in your application. Instead, it supports our commitment to create an equitable and accessible process for all applicants. And it puts you in the driver’s seat, navigating our programming based on your true interests in an effort to get to know us better. As a result, you’re able to craft the strongest application you can in a highly selective environment.
Published by Victor Thomas
on October 8, 2021
Finally: A Letter to Senior Year
I feel like I’m living in the future even writing this. It feels like it was yesterday that I was applying for colleges aimlessly, worried about what would become of me after high school, and unsure of what the next steps were.
Published by Allana
on September 13, 2021
Top 25 Things to Do and See at WashU (for the Class of ’25!)
Hello to the incoming WashU Class of 2025! It’s hard to believe that summer is starting to wind down and in a few short weeks, you’ll all be coming to campus. In honor of you all being the Class of ‘25, the other student admissions interns and I have come up with a list of the Top 25 things to do and see during your time at WashU. We hope you enjoy!
Published by Alex
on August 12, 2021
Summers in University (A Reflection and Guide)
The first summer break after my first year of college was one of the most shell-shocking seasons of my academic career. Some of my classmates were already doing internships while others pursed jobs. I, on the other hand, just used my summer break as a break! Is there a correct way to spend the summers […]
Published by Allana
on August 6, 2021
Little Lessons from Undergrad, Part I
I came into my undergraduate career bright-eyed, bushy tailed, and with no idea what to expect. I was full of hope and even some expectations. Even though college isn’t wilding different than what I originally imagined, I’ve learned and experienced many new things. These new things were a mixture of good moments, bad moments, and even some that fall on neither side. In this article, I will be sharing little lessons I’ve learned over the course of my undergrad years.
Published by Allana
on August 4, 2021
How to Choose Your Major
It’s the first question I hear when meeting someone new on campus: what’s your major? For me, this question didn’t have an answer until my second-year at WashU. I came in undecided in Arts and Sciences, and officially decided in the Fall of my sophomore year to major in Political Science.
Published by Rachel
on July 7, 2021
A new blogger saying hi!
Hi everyone! My name is Rebecca, and I am a rising senior (which is crazy, I can’t believe I’m that old). I am from the suburbs of Chicago (go Sox) and am majoring in Psychology with a minor in Spanish. At WashU I am really involved in the outdoors community, and run an orientation backpacking trip for first years. I also am training to be a DJ for our school radio show- my roommate and I are planning on mainly talking for an hour and seeing who listens.
Published by Rebecca
on July 7, 2021
All on My Own
So, you’ve made it. Congratulations! Even though there is still a good two months before the fall semester, as an incoming freshman, that first semester of your college journey is probably all you can think about right now (that’s all I did summer 2019 c:). For some, this is the first time you will be away from home for a long period of time, something that seems daunting. For others, this distance from home is something that you have been longing for. Whatever the case may be, it is important to create your own home while in college.
Published by Leandra
on July 2, 2021
Welcoming visitors back to WashU
After not having prospective students or families on campus for over a year, we are thrilled to welcome visitors back to campus this summer for WashU Walk-Through through August 13, 2021! Exciting right? You probably have questions. I have some answers.
Published by Tiara Wair
on June 29, 2021
Meet a New Blogger
My name’s Rachel and it’s wonderful to meet you! You’ll see my name pop up a few times this summer on our blog, so let me take a moment to introduce myself.
Published by Rachel
on June 25, 2021
An Introduction To Me
Hi readers! My name is Ashutosh, and I am originally from the Bay Area in California. I am a rising sophomore in the College of Arts and Sciences, planning to major in biology (undecided on track) and maybe minor in healthcare management.
Published by Ashutosh
on June 10, 2021
Introducing a new blogger!
Hi everyone! I’m looking forward to this being the first of many post as part of the WashU360 blogging team!
Published by Charlie
on June 10, 2021
Meet a new blogger!
My name is Sadie, and I am a rising junior in the College of Arts & Sciences, double-majoring in Political Science and Educational Studies. My hometown lies in the suburbs of San Diego, California – you could say I’m a long way from home!
Published by Sadie
on June 8, 2021
My Life at WashU – An Introduction
Hi everyone!
My name is Alex and I’m a current student at WashU. I’m a rising senior in the Olin Business School with a double major in Marketing and English (with a creative writing concentration). I’m originally from St. Louis, and I’m super excited to share my WashU experiences with you all!
Published by Alex
on June 8, 2021
Where are they now? Henry Barry
When Henry Barry – College of Arts & Sciences class of 2015 – was a student blogger, he wrote about his classes, life on campus, and all of the things he was glad he did, or wish he had done sooner, at WashU.
Published by Admissions
on April 29, 2021
Navigating College Life During a Pandemic, Part I: An Introduction
As the spring semester of 2021 comes to a close, I’d like to share with everyone how my junior year in quarantine has been. What did I like about it? What was unexpectedly hard? How did I spend my day to day life? And what can an incoming student expect academic life to be like going forward?
Published by Allana
on April 1, 2021
