Welcome to Washington University, a world-class institution where the quality of services outside the classroom equals the quality of education you will receive here. Let me tell you about a few services.
Safety and Security: Your safety on campus and in the areas around the campus is of utmost importance to us. The campus is generally a very safe environment, and the same can be said of the neighborhoods around campus where many students live. With a full-time University Police Department that patrols the campus, plus off-campus security guards employed by the University, we are committed to providing the safest environment possible. We can’t do it all, though; we need your help.
Use common sense. Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid walking alone at night. Never let strangers into your residence hall. Lock your door when you leave your room. Don’t leave personal belongings unattended. Sign up for a crime prevention program. Together, we can keep the University a safe environment.
Parking and Transportation: As a freshman you will generally not be permitted to have a car on campus. In later years, if you do bring a car, you can purchase a parking permit and observe all parking regulations in order to avoid being ticketed or towed.
The University provides a comprehensive free shuttle system that links various parts of the Hilltop Campus with the Medical School, West Campus and neighborhoods where large numbers of students reside. Schedules are available at locations throughout the campus. The shuttle service also serves local shopping and entertainment areas that are popular with students. An evening escort service around the campus is also available free of charge.
Construction of a light rail system that will connect the campus with much of the St. Louis region is now underway, with completion expected in 2005.
Dining Services: The most recent Princeton Review ranked the University’s Dining Services the best college food in the country! Your meal plan is your ticket to 16 different locations on campus, ranging from “all you can eat” dinners in Center Court at Wohl Center to a quick snack at one of our satellite locations. We have a registered dietician on staff who can help with any questions you may have about diets, nutrition or concerns about eating disorders. Bon Appetit, our contract dining services provider, is “Proud to Serve Great Food to People With Great Minds.”
We encourage you to fully experience all that the University has to offer and to contact us if we can help in any way.
Steve Hoffner is assistant vice chancellor for students and director of operations. He can be reached via e-mail at steve_hoffner@aismail.
wustl.edu.