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Planning ahead can make the whole day much easier. And here's a link to University Residences' Moving In guide. Also, don't forget Winter quarter classes start Tuesday, Jan. 3 |
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DATE: September 9, 2011 10:58:15 AM PDT
Soundings, the newsletter for WWU families, is online
Soundings, the newsletter for WWU families, is available online.
Here are some of the stories you'll see in the latest edition:
Is your student on track to graduate?
Students who haven't picked a major after they've earned 105 credits must now see an advisor. Find out why.
Plus: Academic advising for new students and online resources for academic help.
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Watch for the WWU Choice card in the mail Your student will soon receive an envelope that looks like this. Don't throw it out. It has critical information about receiving financial refunds from Western. |
| Fall Family Open House is Oct. 21 to 23
Tickets go on sale Sept. 19. Events include "Whose Live Anyway?" with Ryan Stiles and other talented improv comedians. It's also a great weekend to reconnect with your student and see what Western has to offer. |
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Explore Bellingham with your student We asked our interns where they like to take their families when they visit campus. See their ideas for local culture, great views, yummy desserts and even indoor soccer. |
| Western students shine on the national stage You can't blame us for being proud of students who win national and regional competitions for excellence in athletics, journalism, improvisational comedy and more. |
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Student Cristina Roock learned that getting around town -- and around the region -- without a car was easier than she thought.
Five innovative student projects were selected to receive a combined total of $263,900 in funding from the Associated Students Green Energy Fee grant program.
A Parent Advancement Council was recently formed to ensure increased access to the Western experience by raising scholarship dollars and increasing philanthropic support from parents.
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So much to 'like': Keep in touch with Western through Facebook In addition to the Western Washington University page, there are WWU pages for Parent and Family Programs, Athletics, and the Alumni Association. |
Make sure you're getting the latest news from Western -- including emergency text messages.
| Send your student WWU gifts from home University Catering's Gifts From Home program is a great way for friends and families to show love and support for their Western students. |
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Visit the Soundings website for more stories on Academics, Campus Life, Careers and Networking and Financial Aid.
Soundings is produced online four times a year by Western's Division of Enrollment and Student Services and the Office of University Communications. Contact us.
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