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Returning to Campus

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You can check-in to your residence on Saturday, September 3rd and Sunday, September 4th. Depending on which day you are arriving check-in will have different hours and locations:

Saturday, September 3, 2022
9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
North College, first floor lobby, access the lobby through the side door located between North and South College.

Keys will not be available for pick up after 9pm. Call Public Safety and they will let you in.

Sunday, September 4, 2022
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Office of Residential Life, North College, Lower Level

After 5 p.m.:  Public Safety, 208 High Street

Keys will not be available for pick up between 4:30pm-5pm on September 4th.  We need this time to organize the keys for distribution by Public Safety at 5pm.  Please refrain from coming to either Public Safety or Residential Life during this transition period.

Please note:

  • You must bring your Wesleyan ID for check in.  If you have lost your ID, you will need to bring a photo ID and request a replacement from the WesCard office.
  • Any student permitted to arrive early was notified via email by Residential Life. We ask that if you have not been granted permission to arrive early, that you remain off campus until key pick up on either September 3rd or 4th. Student(s) found in their residence early without Residential Life approval will be asked to leave campus and will be referred to the Community Standards Board.

Some additional reminders as you prepare to return to campus.

Parking

  • All students who bring a vehicle to campus must register their car with Public Safety:
    http://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/vehicles/index.html
  • Parking in driveways near your house or street parking in front of your residence is not guaranteed for Wesleyan students. Other students, faculty, staff and Middletown residents can also use these parking areas. Please only park on paved areas as parking on the grass not only destroys it, it can also lead to fines from University or town officials. Vehicles should not obstruct any part of the sidewalk.

Pets
The only pets permitted in a University residence (including all wood frames and apartments) are fish in a 10 gallon or less tank.  Students are not permitted to pet sit or have an animal at any time in their residence unless they are approved for a service or emotional support animal. Emotional support animals are only permitted in the owner’s residence. The full University pet policy can be found here.

Room Exchanges

If you live in an apartment or woodframe and want to exchange rooms when you arrive, you must come to ResLife and complete a room exchange form. All residents involved need to sign off on the form before we can make any changes. Living in a room other than the one you are assigned will result in a $250 fine for an illegal move.  Additionally, you will not be able to be let into a room other than the one you are assigned by Public Safety or Residential Life staff.

If you live in a residence hall or program house: The room change process beings two weeks after the start of classes.

Renter’s Insurance
If you do not have renter’s insurance, it is something you will want to look into before you arrive. Renter’s insurance covers theft and damage. If a pipe bursts or there is another issue in the house, the University does not reimburse or replace student belongings. Renter’s Insurance is relatively low in cost if your belongings are not covered by your family’s policy while you are at college.  One option is http://www.nssi.com/ if you need to sign up for your own policy.

Air-Conditioners
Window and portable air-conditioner units are not permitted in University residences. Any student that needs a unit for medical reasons must go through the housing accommodation process prior to their arrival and receive approval from Accessibility Services. Students found with unapproved units will be charged $100 by Physical Plant for each sighting and if approval is given after the initial sighting, the fine(s) is not removed.

Furniture

  • All furniture (including bedroom furniture) that is in the apartment must remain in the apartment. The University is not able to store any furniture. The only beds that are changed are for those with medical conditions and who have gone through the housing accommodations process with Accessibility Services prior to their arrival.
  • University furniture must stay inside residences and may not be placed on porches or other outdoor areas.

Physical Condition of Residence

  • Please contact Physical Plant at either 860-685-3400 or work_order@wesleyan.edu if you notice anything that is broken, damaged or not clean when you arrive.
  • Please complete a Room Condition Form within 10 days of receiving access to your space. If you do not fill out the form in the allowed timeline you forfeit your ability to appeal any fines for damages found when you move out.

Fire and Physical Plant Guidelines
For additional information on what you can and cannot bring to campus, please visit the following pages:

http://www.wesleyan.edu/physicalplant/housing-guidelines.html
http://www.wesleyan.edu/firesafety/guidelines.html

Trash and Recycling
The City of Middletown, On March 3, 2014 the Common Council adopted new ordinances, Sections 253-23 to 253-26 Requiring all garbage carts and recycling carts be removed from the curbside within 24 hours of pick-up.  A fine of $25 will be issued for each violation. Please note, each continuing day of noncompliance shall constitute a separate violation. You can find the City of Middletown’s sanitation guidelines/routes/recycling schedule here.

Personal Emergency Plan
FEMA and the American Red Cross recommend that all individuals have a personal response plan to be used in the event of an emergency.  We recommend that students discuss these considerations with their families before coming to campus for the new academic year. For more information on how to create a plan, please visit our personal emergency response plan page.

Should you have any questions, please use the “Submit a ResLife Inquiry” link in your wesportal.

Volunteer for Waste Not

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Are you interested in sorting STUFF? Love thrifting or garage sales? Want to be part of a great team and help carry on one of Wesleyan’s greatest traditions? Then apply to volunteer for Waste Not! Waste Not is Wesleyan’s student-run fall tag sale.  Join the volunteer team to help reduce waste, avoid capitalistic consumption, and provide affordable goods to other students.

Perks include:

  • free housing from Tuesday 8/30 – Sunday 9/4
  • free food
  • first dibs on free stuff from Waste Not and discounts on big items
  • opportunity to be PAID to help with move-in cardboard collection on 8/31 (optional)

You’ll move in on Tuesday, August 30 and volunteer about 28 hours between Wednesday, August 31 and Sunday, September 4.  When you sign up for Waste Not, you’ll be required to work at all volunteer shifts and will sign an agreement noting that you’ll be charged if you do not show up on the Saturday or Sunday of the sale.

If you’re interested, fill out this form by Saturday, June 25 at 11:59 PM: https://forms.gle/7giYnxhwfAkN6GQC7. Please email wesustainability@gmail.com with any questions.

Fulbright Information Session 4/27

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Have you thought about applying for a Fulbright? Through the Fulbright U.S. Student program, U.S. citizens who hold a bachelors or Masters degree can travel to 140+ countries to undertake a graduate degree program, conduct independent research, pursue a creative or performing arts project, or teach English abroad.

The final Fulbright Info Session of Spring 2022 is coming up on Wednesday, April 27 at 12:15-1:15pm at the Career Center in Boger Hall.

At this event, a general introduction to the program will be followed by advice and insight from students from Class of 2022 who have just recently been named English Teaching Assistants. They will offer tips on the application process for those who are planning an application for the September 2022 deadline.

The info session is open to all class years (it’s never too early to get inspired!) and we will serve pizza for lunch.

Any questions can be directed to Erica Kowsz at fellowships@wesleyan.edu.

(Please note that the Fulbright U.S. Student Program is only open to U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals—other opportunities are open students of other citizenships. Encourage them to email fellowships@wesleyan.edu.)

Scholarships for Graduate Study Abroad 4/25

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Are you thinking of going to graduate school? Did you know there are fellowships and scholarships that pay for US students to pursue graduate degrees abroad? At this info session, Assistant Director for Fellowships, Dr. Erica Kowsz, will give an overview of the opportunities available, including fellowships for graduate study in the UK, Ireland, China, and more! Students from all class years are welcome to attend. We will meet on Monday April 25 at 4:30pm in Fisk 201 for snacks, a short presentation, and plenty of time for Q&A!

TEDxWesleyanU 2022 Conference

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Don’t miss the TEDxWesleyanU 2022 conference! Tickets are on sale now for $15 for students and $20 for non-students and can be purchased at TEDxWesleyanU.com. A ticket purchase includes a free sweet treat, free event merch, access to our photo booth, exclusive student group performances and more!

Apply for the Wesleyan Black Alumni Council Memorial Prize Summer Stipend

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****DEADLINE EXTENDED TO SUNDAY, APRIL 10TH****

In April 1986, the Wesleyan Black Alumni Council (WBAC) established a memorial fund to honor late alumni of African descent. The memorial honors the memory and spirit of Bruce D. Hall ’77, James “Donnie” Rochester ’74, and Dwight L. Greene ’70 through a summer experience grant to support students interested in projects or research pertaining to the African American experience. Stipends are typically $5,000.

APPLICATION

A student who wishes to apply for the Wesleyan Black Alumni Council Memorial Prize must submit an application that includes all of the following:

  1. A personal statement sharing your motivation for and interest in the proposed project. This statement must also include information about your preparation for the proposed project (for example, coursework or extracurricular projects that have helped you to develop the skills or background knowledge you need to engage this work).
    (limit: 500 words)

  2. A description of your project, including your research question or project aim, some background information on the topic, and the specific approach, structure, and/or methodology you will use in your project. Please be sure to include information on dates and time commitment. (limit: 750 words)

  3. An itemized budget that describes how the stipend will be used.

  4. The name of a faculty mentor with whom you have discussed your research proposal, or the name of a professional connected with your project.

  5. An unofficial academic history.

The application documents must be submitted through this form by the extended deadline of Sunday, April 10th.

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Research involving participants who could be individually identified, audio or video recordings of participants, sensitive data, vulnerable populations, or the observation of behavioral tasks in a laboratory setting will require IRB approval. If you are not sure whether your research requires IRB approval, please consult with your faculty mentor and/or the Wesleyan Institutional Review Board.

  • As we work to support as many students as possible in their summer plans, recipients of other summer funding and/or students engaging in full-pay internships or jobs are not eligible to receive the WBAC Memorial Prize. A student will not be permitted to accept another award that meets their full summer funding need (e.g., a Wesleyan Summer Grant) or full-time paid summer internship in conjunction with the WBAC Prize. A student may, however, use proposals that were submitted for other funding to apply for the WBAC Prize. And a student may combine partial awards to meet full need. The student will be expected to inform all funding bodies if multiple awards have been offered so that students on waitlists on either side might be awarded.

In addition to the funding provided by the WBAC Memorial Prize, recipients are traditionally highlighted during the annual Dwight L. Greene Symposium during Homecoming/ Family Weekend, and typically present their project at the Alumni and Students of Color Reception. Should this traditional format not be possible, prize recipients will present their projects in another way, as determined by the prize organizers.

By submitting your application materials, you agree to allow the Office for Equity & Inclusion to use these documents — in whole or in part — for archival, promotion, or assessment purposes. 

If you have any questions about this summer grant, please contact April Ruiz, Dean for Academic Equity, Inclusion, & Success: aruiz01@wesleyan.edu. 

The Wesleyan Black Alumni Council Memorial Prize Selection Committee looks forward to reading your application!

Class of 2024 Photo and Event, Friday 3/25 @ 4:30

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Assemble for the 2024 Class Photo on Foss Hill on Friday, 3/25, at 4:30 pm on Foss Hill

After the class photo, enjoy music and comedy performances in the Memorial Chapel.

Sponsored by CoCo and the Office of Student Affairs

Peter Morgenstern-Clarren ’03 Social Justice Employee Recognition Award 

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Nominations are now being accepted for the Peter Morgenstern-Clarren ’03 Employee Recognition Award. Eligible Wesleyan employees include custodians, dining staff, grounds crew, and building maintenance staff (e.g., electricians, plumbers). The award is to honor and thank the people whose everyday work is central to student life at Wesleyan. Nominators may submit only one person for consideration; you are welcome to nominate yourself. The winner(s) will receive an award of $2,500.

The Peter Morgenstern-Clarren ’03 Employee Recognition Award was created in memory of Peter Morgenstern-Clarren, who pursued social justice as a student at Wesleyan.  His activism included securing benefits for Wesleyan custodial staff, participating in the United Student and Labor Action Coalition, and contributing his leadership to the campus chapter of Amnesty International.  We are grateful to Dr. Hadley Morgenstern-Clarren and The Honorable Pat Morgenstern-Clarren for their generosity in sponsoring this award that honors their son’s activism for the public good and his care for the staff community at the university.

To nominate a staff member (you may nominate yourself) for this award, please submit a letter or essay that explains how the nominee contributes positively to student life at Wesleyan. If possible, please share specific examples. Please be sure to include the nominee’s name and job on campus. The document you submit should be no longer than 500 words, and may be much shorter.

Submit nominations to inclusion@wesleyan.edu by 5:00pm ET on Thursday, March 31, 2022.
** Please use the subject line “Employee award nomination” **

If you have any questions, please contact April Ruiz, Dean for Academic Equity, Inclusion, & Success at aruiz01@wesleyan.edu