The Dunn Endowed Scholarship: ROTARY DISTRICT 7890 is inviting applications from qualified candidates for a $30,000 scholarship to study at the master’s level outside USA in a Rotary country in one of Rotary’s Areas of Focus. Candidates must have permanent residency in one of the towns covered by the Rotary District 7890. Eligibility criteria and the Application are available at RotaryDistrict7890.Org under DUNN Endowed Scholarship. Deadline for application: May 1st, 2025. Questions: contact heathergoetz@me.com or menon7890@gmail.com
Graduate Liberal Studies Program Info Session
As a current Wesleyan student, applying to the Graduate Liberal Studies program can be easy—no essays, no letters of recommendation, and no long forms. Simply complete a quick application to take the next step in expanding your academic and creative opportunities. Join Dr. Glenn Knight, Associate Director, Admissions and Student Services, on Zoom at 7 PM March 26, to learn more. Click here to register.
Graduate Liberal Studies Program
As a current Wesleyan student, applying to the Graduate Liberal Studies program can be easy—no essays, no letters of recommendation, and no long forms. Simply complete a quick application to take the next step in expanding your academic and creative opportunities. Join Dr. Glenn Knight, Associate Director, Admissions and Student Services, on Zoom at 7 PM March 12, to learn more. Click here to register.
Senior Week – Class of 2025
Hello Seniors!
Your Senior Class Officers and the Office of Student Involvement are excited to inform you that ticket sales for Senior Week will go live March 24th! Those in the Class of 2025 and December 2024 completions are eligible to participate. Tickets are required and you may purchase them at the Usdan Box Office or Online. You must show / list your WesID to purchase.
Students at the highest level of financial need (based on family contribution) will be eligible for a discounted ticket. Please wait until you receive a separate email form Student Involvement to learn how to obtain your senior week pass.
Purchase your tickets early to receive a discounted price!
Ticket sales are as follows:
March 24 – April 1: $35
April 2-May 5: $45
May 6-22: $50
Your ticket allows you access to the following:
May 20 – Movie Night on Foss
May 21 – Fountain Backyard BBQ
May 22 – Senior Prom. Theme: TBD. Dress Code: Formal
Times TBD
We would also love to hear feedback from you on Senior Week. Please complete this survey to help us make Senior Week 2025 a great experience!
We hope you are as excited as us to celebrate your many accomplishments! Stay tuned and check your email for more information in the coming weeks. If you have any questions in the meantime, please email Student Involvement at involvement@wesleyan.edu.
Best,
Student Involvement (involvement@wesleyan.edu)
Graduation Tasks & Housing After Wes Recording
Greetings, Class of 2025
I sent you an email with information about graduation regalia and diploma name confirmation. This email included a recording from our Senior Send Off Series: Housing After Wes. If you were not able to attend, review this recording to prepare for your transition out of Wesleyan housing. I also provided a link to RSVP for our final Senior Send Off Series session: Wellness After Wes.
Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance this semester. You have almost 100 days to go. You got this, Class of 2025!
- Diploma Name – Confirm how you want your name to be spelled on your diploma. Access the diploma name app in WesPortal starting 2/17.
- Graduation Regalia – Learn about options to rent or purchase your graduation attire (e.g.: cap and gown).
- Housing After Wes – Review the recording of our Senior Send Off Session: Housing After Wes. Helpful information about leaving Wesleyan housing and preparing for your next living situation after graduation. Recording here.
- Wellness After Wes – RSVP today for our final Senior Send Off Series Session: Wellness After Wes. Learn about post-grad health & wellness, from insurance to healthy habits. Includes dinner.
Take care,
Dean Dunn
Welcome Back – Let’s Get Ready to Graduate!
Greetings, Class of 2025 –
Welcome back to your first day of classes! In just 122 days, you’ll cross Denison Terrace for the 193rd Commencement ceremony. I’m incredibly proud of your achievements and excited about your future beyond Wesleyan.
Important graduation-related communications are coming this semester. Please review them carefully as you receive them. You can expect to get information about the following:
- Graduation Regalia: I’ll send details on purchasing or renting your cap and gown. Visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/rc/ for general ceremony information.
- Diploma Name: An upcoming communication will help you confirm the spelling and pronunciation of your name for your diploma and ceremony materials.
- Major Certification: The Registrar’s Office will email you in March about completing a new Major Certification form in the Stellic degree audit system.
- Binswanger Prize: You should have received an email to nominate up to 3 faculty members who’ve made a significant impact on you while at Wes. Contact Amy Raufman (araufman@wesleyan.edu) with questions.
I will continue to cheer you on this semester and as you cross that stage in May. If you need assistance with anything, please don’t hesitate to reach out or schedule an appointment.
Take care,
Dean Dunn
https://classof2025.blogs.wesleyan.edu/category/class-dean/
WesLink
Ready to explore career paths and learn from Wesleyan alumni? Apply for WesLink to connect with alumni for one-on-one virtual career conversations over winter break. Gain real-world insights into industries, roles, and organizations while building meaningful connections with alumni who’ve been where you are now!
How Does WesLink Work?
If accepted, you’ll be paired with alumni for individual conversations based on your interests. Each alum is matched with 1-3 students, and once you’re connected, you’ll arrange a virtual meeting together sometime between January 6 – 20, 2025, during the University’s winter break.
Who Can I Meet?
Browse profiles of the alumni involved to find alumni who align with your interests. In the application, select 3-10 alumni you’d like to meet, and we’ll do our best to match you with at least one. Each conversation is a valuable opportunity to gain insight and grow, so be sure to approach each with an open mind and curiosity!
How Do I Apply?
- Submit your approved* resume to the WesLink job posting on Handshake
- Complete the WesLink application form (linked in the posting above) indicating who you want to meet with by November 22 at 11:59pm.
Need Resume Support?
Review our resume writing guide and resources and schedule a resume review appointment to meet with a Peer Career Advisor for individual advice and guidance. Your resume must be approved on Handshake to participate in this program. Resumes are reviewed on Handshake within 3 business days, and most require some revision, so be sure to plan ahead.
If you have any questions, reach out to us at careercenter@wesleyan.edu.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with alumni and gain valuable insights for your future — apply today!
First Year Matters Reading – Call for Noms
Dear Wesleyan Community,
Wesleyan’s First Year Matters (FYM) Committee seeks nominations from faculty, staff, and students for next summer’s common reading program. The theme for FYM 2029 is diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome submissions of any form of media that may speak to the Class of 2029, help build community, and encourage meaningful and sustained conversations about this critical theme.
Submit your nominations here
Please submit your nominations by Tuesday, November 26th, 2024, at 5 PM. Feel free to contact Kevin Butler, Assistant Dean/Director of Community Standards, if you have any questions, and we look forward to reviewing your nominations.
Green Dot at Wesleyan!
Lunch & Learn: Student Leader Green Dot Training
November 18th at noon in Usdan 108
The goal of Green Dot is to implement a bystander intervention strategy that prevents and reduces power-based personal violence, including sexual violence. This training teaches you the skills & tools needed to help you be a proactive and reactive bystander. A Green Dot is a behavior, choice, or action that promotes safety for everyone.
Come learn these skills to bring back to your student group and help cultivate our community of care here at Wesleyan.
Lunch will be provided from Chipotle – RSVP is appreciated so we can ensure we have enough food for everyone. You can RSVP here.
Accommodation requests should be made to weswell@wesleyan.edu
Senior Send Off Series (SOS)
Graduation is approaching quickly! As you navigate the various thoughts and decisions that come with your senior year, it’s important to consider life after Wesleyan. Topics like finances, housing, and wellness are essential elements of a positive transition. To help you prepare for success in your post-Wes journey, we encourage you to attend these senior-focused sessions. Join us to gain valuable insights and kickstart your future!
All sessions held on Monday evening at 5:30pm in PAC 001 or 002. Dinner will be provided. Feel free to bring a friend.
Housing After Wes: 1/27/25
Wellness After Wes: 3/24/25