Campus & Community

After 101 years, the WashU bear now has a name: Forest. The new name comes with a new spirit. “Forest is really curious, really creative, a little silly and a little sly, so watch out,” says Anna Gonzalez, vice chancellor for student success.

The 1,945 students in the WashU Class of 2030 moved onto the South 40 last week. The new Bears, arriving from 29 countries and every region in the U.S., are excited to explore St. Louis’ neighborhoods, food and landmarks.

WashU architecture student Huda Abdesumad, a Pershing Fellow at Great Rivers Greenway, says the experience has allowed her to bridge her local roots with her career aspirations.

WashU Law’s judicial clerkship program continues to grow. Graduates clerk for judges across the country, with placements in 36 states and every federal circuit, including the Virgin Islands, Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands.

The Division of Student Affairs is now the Division of Student Success. The name is new, but the mission is not, said Anna Gonzalez, vice chancellor for student success.

Leading WashU experts offer first-time college students their advice on topics such as how to thrive socially and academically and how to take care of physical and emotional well-being.

WashU career expert Norma Guerra Gaier explains why students should engage with their career center early and often; how career centers have evolved in this challenging economy; and why your major matters less than you think.

Countless incoming college students are wondering if they will find “their people” at college. Fannie Bialek, a WashU philosopher and friendship expert, tells students they might not know yet who “their people” are — and that’s a good thing.

WashU clinical psychologist Kirk Dougher says new students need to learn how to manage stress, navigate the healthcare system and grow into a person who can handle what comes next. Parents can help by showing support while encouraging their child to take the lead in their own healthcare.

Thirteen graduates of the School of Continuing & Professional Studies Prison Education Project received their degrees May 28 during a commencement ceremony held at the Women’s Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center in Vandalia, Mo.