Greetings, Class of 2029 – Can you believe we are already halfway through the summer? I have enjoyed the change of pace, although I miss seeing all of you! I have had the opportunity to welcome 16 transfer students who will join your class this fall. They are wonderful and will bring so much to our … Read more
Dear Transfer Students Entering the Class of 2029, Two things on your radar this week: your intellectual welcome to Wes, and a framework for protecting your time once you get here. Common Read: Bird Girl by Mya-Rose Craig Every incoming student, including transfers, participates in our Common Read program. This year’s selection is Bird Girl: Discovering the Power of our Natural … Read more
Dear Transfer Students Entering the Class of 2029, Welcome back to your inbox! This is the second bi-weekly check-in from your Class Dean. If you missed the first one, you can find it here. A few important items as June deadlines approach. These are quick reads with action required. Housing (deadline: June 30)– Submit your Housing … Read more
Dear Transfer Students Entering the Class of 2029, Welcome to Wesleyan! You’re not new to college, but you are new to Wes, and I am thrilled to have your experienced voices in our community. You already know that your choices shape your journey; my goal is to help you navigate the specific “Wes” way. As a fellow transfer student, I … Read more
Greetings, Class of 2029 You did it! You completed your first year of college at Wesleyan. Take a moment to celebrate this important milestone. At the conclusion of your first academic year, you likely have all the feelings: excited that you are a year closer to your academic and career goals; sad that you have to say … Read more
Sharing on behalf of WSA: Brief research survey on Generative AI usage in academic spaces. The survey only takes a couple minutes to complete and all responses are 100% anonymous. Participants also have a chance to win airtags, JBL speakers, headphones, or Owalas! Survey link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCkGVeGEzBOmbiCCnnuFgcWiZpteAsMmg4eqigw3kxygoN7Q/viewform Questions? Reach out to WSA: https://www.wesleyanstudentassembly.org/.
Greetings, Class of 2029! I hope you’re finding moments to breathe amid this busy stretch. Some important dates to keep in mind as we start to close out the semester: I know how tempting it is when the warm days start showing up. Suddenly sitting through class or opening your notes feels a lot harder … Read more
All first-year Wesleyan students can receive a complimentary ticket to the Wesleyan Jazz Faculty Concert on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 7pm in Crowell Concert Hall. These outstanding musicians and teachers from Wesleyan University’s Music Department will perform together in various combinations as the featured artists of the 23rd annual Wesleyan Jazz Orchestra Weekend: Pheeroan … Read more
Greetings, Class of 2029 Can you believe you’re almost halfway through your second semester and more than halfway through your first year of college? Let that sink in because it is no small feat. You’ve Come a Long Way This semester may feel both easier and harder than fall semester. Easier because you know Wesleyan … Read more
Success in STEM: Strategies for Success After Early Setbacks is a student forum designed to help students thrive in challenging STEM coursework. Led by Academic Peer Advisors Daniel and Eleanor, this forum provides a supportive space to learn effective study strategies, note-taking techniques, and time management skills. Whether you’re looking to overcome procrastination, unlearn ineffective … Read more
