TRUMBULL COLLEGE DEAN’S NOTES: March 4, 2024
I’m really hoping that every single one of you spent at least a few minutes outside yesterday – wasn’t that a treat? We spontaneously went to the beach yesterday afternoon – the first of many trips to Lighthouse Point Park this year. I take one of these little videos almost every time we go. :)
We’re approaching midterm this Friday, March 8th. Each term, during the week leading up to the midterm deadline, I talk to many students one-on-one. Those conversations are often about midterm results and/or feedback, course load considerations with Friday’s drop deadline, etc. Please know that I’m here for you if you want to talk through pretty much anything.
In addition to appointments that can be booked through Calendly, I’ll have blocks of open Zoom hours over the coming week: Monday (today) March 4th (11am-noon), Tuesday, March 5th (3:30-4:30pm), Wednesday, March 6th (4:30-5:30pm) & Friday March 8th (10am-noon & 3-4:30pm). With open hours, I’m able to talk to more than 4 students per hour, which is important during a week like this. Please know that these open hours are always listed on the TOP of my Calendly page in the little blurb!
And since there won’t be Dean’s Notes until Monday, March 25th, I will take this opportunity to say that I hope you all have an amazing break. I know that many of you have a very busy week ahead of midterm exams/papers/etc. You’re almost there.
It’s okay to use some of the break to catch up a bit, but please take time to REST and RELAX. I know I will. It’s so important. Sahej turns 5 during break, so I’ll be sure to send pictures the Monday after break. Have a great week and again, have a lovely break!! Take care, Trumbullians!
Meeting with me
To make an appointment, please use the Calendly scheduling tool, https://calendly.com/dean_c. Please reach out to Alice with any scheduling issues. For in-person meetings, please come to the office. We’re right here in Trumbull G104, which you can access across from Entryway A or through Entryway G. Zoom meetings (including open Zoom office hours) will be through my Zoom page: https://yale.zoom.us/my/skchandhoke.
My OPEN ZOOM office hours for each week are listed on the top of my Calendly page. When you click on the Zoom link, you will be placed into a waiting room. I will speak to students (one-on-one) in the order they “arrive”. My upcoming open hours are on Monday (today) March 4th (11am-noon), Tuesday, March 5th (3:30-4:30pm), Wednesday, March 6th (4:30-5:30pm) & Friday March 8th (10am-noon & 3-4:30pm).
PLEASE NOTE: I will be in an all-day meeting on Thursday, March 7th. I will be checking e-mail periodically, but please get in touch with Alice if you have time-sensitive questions. I will also be out of the office for the duration of the break – feel free to e-mail me, but please follow my auto-reply accordingly if something is time-sensitive. Thanks!
ACADEMICS
Double credit: If you are interested in petitioning to earn double credit in a single-credit course, please read the relevant section in the YCPS, and then consult with me. The deadline is Midterm (March 8th at 5pm), so if you are considering this, be in touch with me well before Friday’s deadline.
Yale Degree Audit: Yale Degree Audit (YDA) is a tool that tracks your progress toward the bachelor’s degree. You can access Degree Audit through Yale Hub. You can confirm which courses you are enrolled in by checking your Degree Audit “Class History” (click the three dots on the upper right of the page). Degree Audit also displays the Yale College degree requirements that you have already completed and those that are still pending. A “Look Ahead” feature shows you how future course enrollment might apply toward your degree. If you believe that academic information in your degree audit is incorrect, contact our office.
Enhanced Support for Data Science Literacy: Yale College recently introduced new ways for you to attain to explore quantitative methods while fulfilling your QR distributional requirement. Yale is committed to providing you with the resources and support necessary to attain an advanced level of proficiency in data science literacy. Key changes include new advising tools, core courses (S&DS 100, 123, and 230) offered every semester, additional discussion sections for S&DS 100 and 123, enhanced “data science connector courses”, and online support modules. Check out the new advising page at https://diss.yale.edu and the flier on our bulletin boards.
UPCOMING DATES AND DEADLINES deadlines fall at 5pm unless otherwise noted
| March 5 | Deadline for 2024 Non-Yale Summer Abroad, 11:59pm |
| March 8 | Midterm. |
| Spring recess begins after last academic obligation. | |
| Last day to withdraw from a spring full-term course without the course appearing on the transcript | |
| Deadline to apply for double credit in a single-credit course. | |
| Withdrawal from Yale College on or before this date entitles a student to a rebate of one-quarter of the term’s tuition (Undergraduate Regulations). | |
| March 25 | Classes resume, 8:20 am |
| April 2 | Deadline for Fall 2024 Term Abroad or 2024–2025 Year Abroad, 11:59pm |
HOUSING-RELATED DEADLINES
All deadlines for group formation and room selection are detailed at https://housing.yale.edu/undergraduate-housing/room-draw/timeline. Check Room Draw Policies and FAQs for details. Still have questions? Email %20alice.kustenbauder@yale.edu">undergraduatehousing@yale.edu (always feel free to cc Alice).
TUTORING
Advising Resources: http://advising.yalecollege.yale.edu
Sc/QR Tutoring: https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/stem-tutoring-programs/small-group-and-1-1-tutoring
Language Tutoring: http://cls.yale.edu/foreign-language-tutoring
Yale College Writing Center
https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/writing-center
Whether you are working on a reading response, research paper, application essay, or a creative piece, the Writing Center offers one-to-one consultations to help you at any stage of the writing process.
Professional Writing Tutor: Adam Reid Sexton at Trumbull. Adam teaches three courses in the English department (The Craft of Fiction, Reading and Writing the Modern Essay, and Writing About Music) and is a Critic in the graduate School of Art. During summer 2022 he taught Writing About Music for Yale in London. Adam is also a writer; his next book, Difficult Listening, is due to be published soon.
To meet with Adam, please reserve a half-hour by logging on to https://www.yalewco.com/index.php, and be sure to email him the document you want help with by 7am on the day of your appointment. Include the instructor’s prompt, your focus for the meeting, and when the paper is due. Adam looks forward to working with you! https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/residential-college-writing-tutors
Writing Partners. Writing Partners are Yale College or graduate students who are talented writers who love helping others. Writing Partners can meet with you to talk through ideas or give feedback on your draft on a first-come, first-served basis. Drop-In hours are in-person at Poorvu or over Zoom. You can also schedule a Zoom appointment. https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergrad-writing-partners
Fellowship Writing Partners. Planning to apply to a scholarship or fellowship program and would like to team up with a Writing Partner as you prepare your materials? Fellowship Writing Partners have been through the process themselves and will meet with you at least three times to help plan, revise, and polish your materials! Request a Fellowship Writing Partner here.
Weekly Writing Partners. Taking a writing intensive course or working on a long-term writing project and want to meet with the same Writing Partner each week? Request a Weekly Writing Partner here!
Office of Educational Opportunity
https://yaleconnect.yale.edu/PoorvuAcademicStrategies/club_signup
https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/academic-strategies-program
Our mission is to help all Yale undergraduate be active, empowered learners at Yale. Though peer academic mentoring, interactive workshops, and connections to resources, we hope to provide you with the tools that can propel you towards your goals.
STEM Navigators. Want to learn the best practices for succeeding in introductory STEM Courses? Join STEM Navigators, a mentoring network that provides you with information, events, and support to guide you through these crucial first courses. Sign up via this link: STEM Navigators sign up
Disability Peer Mentorship Program (DPMP). DPMP pairs students with peers of similar backgrounds to create networks of support for people with disabilities at Yale. The diverse experiences of disability in our community include physical & mobility disabilities, chronic illnesses, mental illnesses & psychiatric disabilities, neurodiversity & learning disabilities (including ADHD, dyslexia, autism), sensory disabilities & processing disorders (including vision impairments, blindness, and d/Deafness), and other conditions. You do not need to have a formal diagnosis to participate. Disability Peer Mentors help individual students develop critical self-advocacy skills, connect them to institutional resources, and find community around disability identity. Request a DPMP Mentor here.
First-year students can also request mentorship and guidance about Student Accessibility Resources through the SAS Peer Liaison Program.
Meet with our Learning Specialist. Have a learning difference or other condition that affects how you accomplish your academic work? We can talk with you about new approaches for meeting Yale’s academic challenges. Contact Karin Gosselink (karin.gosselink@yale.edu) for an appointment.
Individual Mentoring. Get organized for the semester by meeting with an Academic Strategies Mentor. Mentors will help you develop a weekly study routine, offer strategies for approaching complicated readings and p-sets, and help you develop a plan for prepping for those first exams. To request a mentor please email at academicstrategies@yale.edu.
Workshops. Our famous workshop sessions are available in person and online! Register via the YaleConnect links below. FYI: Poorvu CTL M104A is upstairs from the York Street Entrance to Sterling Memorial Library. Poorvu CTL 120 A, B, C, and 121 are the classrooms on the first floor. Poorvu North is a collection of rooms in Kline Biology Tower accessed down the stairs opposite Steep Café. Questions? Contact us at academicstrategies@yale.edu.
So You Don’t Feel Like Doing Your Work. Have trouble staying focused and on task? Learn how to get motivated and keep engaged with your work while giving yourself the time you need to be healthy and grounded. Monday, March 4, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL Room M104A
Senior Thesis Power Hours. The Academic Strategies Senior Thesis Power Hours are designed to help students stay motivated and accountable while working on their senior theses. They will be held throughout the semester to give students a chance to help each other with solidarity and accountability in the development and writing of their senior theses. The sessions are facilitated by an Academic Strategies Peer Mentor. Monday, March 4, 7-9pm, Poorvu CTL Room 120A
Getting the Most Out of Your Seminars and Lectures. Seminars and lectures make different demands on students. Learn preparation, participation, note-taking, and review strategies to help you succeed. Wednesday, March 6, 4-5 pm, Poorvu Center TBD
ADHD Discussion Group. Share strategies and support with peers who understand your experience. This is open to both undergraduates and graduate students.
Thursday, March 7, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL Room 120B
Thursday, March 7, 5-6pm, Poorvu CTL Room 120B
Approaches to Your Leave of Absence. Our online workshop provides advice for connecting with mentors as you transition into and out of your leave of absence, and for creating a purposeful leave of absence that provides meaning and personal satisfaction. Thursday, March 7, 7-8pm, Online Event (register for link)
CAREER STRATEGY
The Office of Career Strategy (OCS) offers career advising, professional school advising, employment and internship opportunities, and career development resources. The office works with students and alumni to clarify career aspirations, identify opportunities, and offer support at every stage of career development. Check out OCS events, opportunities, and services at https://ocs.yale.edu/channels/student.
OCS Upcoming Events
Exploring Congressional Internship Opportunities. Meet Patricia Russo, executive director of The Campaign School at Yale University, as she imparts her insights regarding congressional internship opportunities, campaigning, as well as working in public office on Capitol Hill and nationwide. Monday, March 4, 6-7pm, Humanities Quadrangle, 320 York Street, Room 136
Tik Tok at Yale: E-Commerce Insights and Opportunities. Students, get ready to explore the exciting world of E-Commerce with TikTok! As you may know, TikTok recently launched the TikTok Shop and there are numerous new E-Commerce full-time roles with 2024 start dates posted to our career website.While the primary audience is senior undergrads and masters students in their final year, we extend a warm welcome to all other undergrad/masters students as well. Tuesday, March 5, 12-1:30pm, The Study Hotel, 1157 Chapel Street
Dubai Business Associates Information Session. Learn more about the Dubai Business Associates program, a fully funded management and consulting training program in Dubai. Tuesday, March 5, 9-10pm, Online event (click for link)
FELLOWSHIPS AND FUNDING
Yale and outside funding options can help support research, study abroad, public service, unpaid internships, and self-designed projects, in New Haven and around the globe. Postgraduate fellowships support independent projects, graduate study, and much more. The Office of Fellowships and Funding helps students identify funding opportunities and navigate the application process. Visit https://funding.yale.edu to learn more.
Not sure where to begin the fellowships process? Refer to this step-by-step guide on How to Apply for Fellowships. The first step in planning a strong fellowship application is to identify your short-term or long-term personal and academic goals, which will help you determine the kind of project you want to pursue. Read about Yalies who have previously won fellowships.
Fellowships & Funding Upcoming Events
Info Session for UK Fellowships: Rhodes & Beyond #3. Postgraduate study in the United Kingdom or Ireland offers all kinds of exciting opportunities, but finding the right fit is key. In this information session, you will learn about available opportunities and the application process, as well as resources to strengthen your application. Monday, March 4, 4-5pm, Poorvu Writing Center, 301 York Street, Room 121
Yale-China Fellowship: Info Session. The Yale-China Fellowship is a transformative two years. Select Yale graduates become familiar with China but also make it their home. During their two years, Fellows gain an in-depth understanding of themselves, China, and Chinese language and culture, while building important professional skills and networks for future careers in various fields. Learn more and apply at yalechina.org/ycf (deadline is March 25th). Tuesday, March 5, 12-1pm, Yale-China Office, 442 Temple St
Fulbright Session: Writing Your Essays & Short Answers. Attend this information session, hosted by Senior Associate Director and Yale’s Fulbright Program Advisor, Jill Carrera, to learn more about the Fulbright application questions and how to structure your personal statements and grant proposals. Tuesday, March 5, 3-4pm, Online Event (click for link)
[DEADLINE] The Yale College First-Year Summer Research Fellowship in the Sciences and Engineering seeks to promote the academic development of promising students through engagement in original scientific and engineering research projects. Stipend support of $5,000 is granted for 10 weeks minimum of summer research under the supervision of a Yale University faculty member. Currently enrolled first-years proposing research in the natural sciences, engineering, mathematics and computer science are eligible to apply. Research must be supervised by a member of the Yale faculty, and will be conducted at Yale. Apply through the Yale Student Grants Database by Wednesday, March 6 at 3pm.
STUDY ABROAD
Yale Study Abroad helps students choose from hundreds of study abroad options including Yale Summer Session Abroad, Non-Yale Summer Abroad, and Year or Term Abroad.
Study Abroad Deadlines. Applications for Non-Yale Summer 2024 are due tomorrow, March 5th. Applications for Fall 2024 and Academic Year 2024-2025 Study Abroad are due April 2nd. All deadlines are 11:59pm ET on the date listed below. Visit the Study Abroad website for more details and list of designated programs.
Summer 2024
Credit for Non-Yale Summer Abroad: March 5
Petition for Summer Programs not on Yale’s Designated List: March 5
Full Year 2024-2025 Abroad
Credit for Full Year Abroad: April 2
Petition for Full Year Programs not on Yale’s Designated List: April 2
Balliol College, Oxford University: Junior Year Abroad Program for English Majors: April 2
Fall 2024 Abroad
Credit for Fall Term Abroad: April 2
Petition for Fall Programs not on Yale’s Designated List: April 2
International Study Award (ISA). The ISA can help fund an approved study abroad experience for eligible students. To learn more…
(1) Watch a recording of a recent ISA info session (use your Yale netID at the SSO login option)
(2) Join the Zoom Session on Tuesday, March 26, 3:30pm
(3) The ISA website is also a great resource to learn how the ISA is calculated, what it covers, what to do if you need to pay a deposit before you receive your ISA, and more.
(4) Contact isa@yale.edu with any questions about the ISA and using that funding to pay for your study abroad experience.
Need to Get or Renew Your Passport? Don’t wait to ensure you have the necessary travel documents! All passports should be valid at least 6 months beyond the end date of your anticipated study abroad program. Even if you are not yet sure that you will study abroad, you should have a valid passport at least three months in advance, if possible.
U.S. citizens should visit the U.S. Department of State’s website for information about applying for or renewing a passport. You can apply at the Yale Station post office in New Haven or the New Haven Free Public Library. Get a passport photo at the Yale ID Center (55 Lock Street).
The current estimated wait time for U.S. passport processing is 6-8 weeks. This process starts once the State Department receives your application and does not factor in mailing times. For additional information, visit our Travel Planning & Logistics page.
YALE SUMMER SESSION
Yale Summer Session (YSS) offers a broad range of courses, taught by Yale faculty, for Yale College credit in New Haven, online, and abroad. Visit https://summer.yale.edu to apply, browse courses, and more.
YSS Upcoming Events
Yale Summer Session Webinar. Ready to learn more about Yale Summer Session and the courses and programs that will be offered in summer 2024? Learn about our residential program, too. All prospective students are welcome, and information for visiting and visiting international students will provided. The information will be repeated, so pick the time that works best for you! Tuesday, March 5, 6-7pm (click for Zoom link)
OTHER
Interested in becoming a CCE? The Communication and Consent Educators are a diverse, creative group of undergraduates drawn from across campus to foster a more positive social and sexual climate. Through workshops, programs, and conversations, they collaborate within their own communities to build a culture of respect and support. The CCEs are paid employees of the Yale College Dean’s Office, working 5-10 hours per week, with longer hours during training periods in August and January. If you are interested, please complete this interest form, where you will be prompted to download & complete the CCE application: http://tinyurl.com/CCESPR24INTEREST. We are currently hiring in all residential colleges! Applications are due Friday, March 8th at 5pm. If you have any questions, please email gcc@yale.edu”
Opportunity for Seniors: Woodbridge Fellowship. Established in 2005 by President Richard C. Levin, the Woodbridge Fellowship introduces recent Yale College graduates to the work and administration of Yale. The fellowship provides valuable professional experience for potential careers in higher education and non-profit organizations, particularly for recent graduates belonging to minority communities currently underrepresented in university administration. Fellowships are full-time paid positions in the offices of university leaders, who take active interest in fellows’ professional development.
For more information on available positions and to submit applications, please visit our website. Applications are open through March 8th.
Opportunity for Seniors: SOM Silver Scholars Program. The Silver Scholars Program at the Yale School of Management allows students to earn a Yale MBA degree within three years, directly after graduation, spring-boarding them toward their career goals and leadership positions. The program is designed for exceptional students with strong leadership potential. These students enroll in our full-time MBA program where they make up about 5% of the student body. Rather than the traditional summer MBA internship, Silver Scholars complete a year-long internship, extending their experience to three years. All Yale College students receive a 50% tuition discount and an application fee waiver. If you would like to speak with an admissions representative, please email maria.derlipanska@yale.edu to schedule an appointment. Round 3: Application Deadline April 9, 2024, 5pm ET (decisions announced by May 16, 2024, 5pm ET)
2 Ways to Learn and Serve in New Haven This Summer! The Pathways Summer Scholars Programs welcome 150+ local public high school students to take part in free STEM and Arts & Humanities classes. We’re seeking Teaching Assistants & Residential Advisors for this summer!
1. Teaching Assistant: Search Job ID 25774 at yalestudentjobs.org
TAs help with logistical needs of the program, plan activities, serve as mentors and chaperones to students, and aid classroom instructors. Prospective TAs must be available from July 1st to August 2nd from 8:30am to 4:30pm, five days a week. This is a full-time position, $16.75/hour.
2. Residential Advisor: Search Job ID 14548 at yalestudentjobs.org
RAs live with rising high school seniors during the STEM program and their primary responsibility will be to supervise & mentor residential students. Prospective RAs must be available from July 1st to 19th. This is a full-time paid position with shifts starting at 3pm. Room, board, and a $1,600 stipend are provided.
Walden Peer Counseling. Walden Peer Counseling is one of the oldest anonymous and confidential hotline and walk-in peer counseling services in the US. Staffed exclusively by Yale undergraduates, we are available to talk about anything that’s on your mind. We are open every weekday and weekend night during the academic year when classes are in session; the hotline operates from 8pm to 8am every night. Our office, in the Welch B basement, is open from 8pm to 1am Sunday through Thursday. The number for the hotline is (203) 432-TALK (203-432-8255).
From YC3
Take it Easy Tuesday: March: Giving & Kindness. Take it Easy Tuesday (TIET) is a YC3 program, where we encourage students to participate in rest through creative outlets. For the month of March, our theme is Giving and Kindness and our activity will be creating natural flower bouquets. Students are invited to stay for 30 minutes, or the full time. Registration is required. Tuesday, March 5, 2-4pm, Good Life Center Lounge in Schwarzman (click to register)
Accountabity Café. Need some help getting work done before Spring Break? Need an accountability partner to finish up your lingering tasks? YC3 will be taking over the Silliman Acorn to offer an Accountability Café. A chance to get work done before you leave campus. Come and get a free drink and tell Angie Makomenaw, Community Wellness Specialist, your goal and how long you need to be there for (minimum of 1 hour). You decide how often the Angie checks in with you and what level of encouragement you would like!
Wednesday, March 6, 2-5pm, Silliman Acorn, Byers Hall 4th Floor (click to register)
Thursday, March 7, 2-5pm, Silliman Acorn, Byers Hall 4th Floor (click to register)
From the Yale Library
First Steps with Zotero. In 30 minutes, get started using Zotero, free software to help you manage your research, take notes, and create a bibliography.
Monday, March 4, 12pm noon, Online Event (click for link!)
Monday, March 4, 7pm, Online Event (click for link!)
Using the Library Remotely. This workshop is for anyone planning to do research during Spring Break or while travelling away from campus. Participants will learn:
* how to seamlessly access online resources from off-campus
* which online resources still require using VPN to access
* how to use Scan & Deliver for PDFs from the print collection
* and general troubleshooting advice
Tuesday, March 5, 10am, Online Event (click for link)
Thursday, March 7, 2pm, Online Event (click for link)
Reading Strategies for Writing Papers. Learn strategies - that you can begin during the research process - to efficiently read and analyze scholarly articles, including lateral reading, selective reading, and active reading. Tuesday, March 5, 12:30pm, Online Event (click for link)
Tour: Hidden Treasures in Sterling Library. Learn how to get around to find what you need and discover lesser-known special collections hidden in plain sight! Thursday, March 7, 12pm noon, Meet in the SML Nave & bring your Yale ID