TRUMBULL COLLEGE: October 1, 2024
Well, we finally had a gloomy stretch, and now October is here! Sorry that Dean’s Notes are a little late this week.
I hope you enjoyed Family Weekend, whether you spent time with your family, your Trumbull family, or both! It was so nice to meet many families at the reception at the HoC house on Saturday. What I love about this reception is that I have no idea who will be there, unlike the Move-in Reception (first-years’ families) and the Class Day Reception (graduating seniors’ families). I love those receptions, too, but the unpredictability of this reception is particularly fun for me. Thank you for bringing your families on what was a drizzly, gloomy afternoon!
As we are in the middle of the first wave of big papers/projects/exams, I want to remind you that YC3 is available for 1:1 support to students. You can book appointments with their Wellness Specialists (shoutout to Whitney Simmons, who is affiliated with Trumbull) or College Care Clinicians directly on their website. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to them: https://yalecollege.yale.edu/getting-help/yale-college-community-care-yc3. Please also see info under “Other” about the //calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=sj6p5kbb0o0o2k4b6n50jt1bds@group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/New_York">Well-Being Resource Fair tomorrow at 4pm!
It’s also not too early to start counting down to October break! ;) Hang in there with everything and have a great week!
Meeting with me
To make an appointment, please use the Calendly scheduling tool, https://calendly.com/dean_c, or 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 FRIDAY, 10/4 (10am-noon).
Please note that I teach on Wednesday mornings during the fall term.
ACADEMICS
Double Credit for a Single-Credit Course: 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 to submit this petition is Midterm, but I recommend that you do so well before that date.
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. Degree Audit 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.
UPCOMING DATES AND DEADLINES (5pm unless noted)
October 1 Applications for Spring 2025 Term Abroad close, 11:59 pm
October 11 Deadlines courses offered in the first half of the fall term (only) …
… Last day of courses offered in the first half of the fall term.
… Last day to withdraw from a course offered in the first half of the fall term.
… Last day to convert from a letter grade to the Cr/D/F option in a course offered in the first half of the fall term.
October 14 Courses offered in the second half of the fall term begin.
October 15 October recess begins after last academic obligation.
October 21 Classes resume.
October 25 Midterm.
… Last day to withdraw from a fall 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.
… Final ABX exam grades are due.
TUTORING
Advising Resources: http://advising.yalecollege.yale.edu
Sc/QR Tutoring: https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/stem-tutoring-programs
Language Tutoring: https://cls.yale.edu/programs/language-tutoring
Yale College Writing Center:
https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/undergraduate-writing-and-tutoring. The Yale College Writing Center offers a variety of resources available to all students looking for support as they complete writing tasks during their time at Yale:
- Adam Reid Sexton is the Trumbull College Writing Tutor. His office is in room Basement 29. 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 share a Google doc of the material 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!
- Writing Partners are Yale College or graduate school students selected for both their writing skills and their ability to talk about writing.
- The Writing Advice webpage offers a range of information and resources related to writing in Yale College. It includes sample student essays from a wide range of disciplines, allowing you to read good models as you learn to write in a new field, and also features extensive advice about writing with Turnitin.
Yale Academic Strategies Program/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 undergraduates be active, empowered learners at Yale. Through 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 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. 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 Geoffrey Canales (geoffrey.canales@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. Our online mentoring schedule is live. If you’d like to schedule a meeting before then, please email us 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. Questions? Contact us at academicstrategies@yale.edu.
Essentials for First-Years & FGLI Thrive: Intro to International and Professional Experience. Come to this session to find out what CIPE can do for YOU! You will leave with a clearer idea of what is possible in terms of fellowships, funding, and programs, and the resources you can access from the Center for International and Professional Experience. Choose ONE time below to attend this week:
Tuesday, October 1, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL Room 120B
Wednesday, October 2, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL Room 118A
Thursday, October 3, 2:30-3:30pmm Poorvu CTL Room 120A
Friday, October 4, 1-2pm, Poorvu CTL Room 120B
FGLI Thrive: How to Talk to Professors. Join Dr. Karin Gosselink as she demystifies office hours and offers valuable advice on building stronger relationships with your professors. Learn how to communicate effectively, be open about your understanding of course materials, and know that professors are approachable, relatable, and just as passionate about learning as you are. Tuesday, Oct 1, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL Room M104A
Exam Study Strategies. Reduce exam stress by learning new strategies for preparing and studying for midterms and finals. This workshop offers suggestions for preparing for and taking problem-based, short answer, and essay exams. Tuesday, October 1, 5-6pm, Poorvu CTL Room 118A
The Psychology of Time Management. Ever wondered why it can be hard to manage your time–even when you have already learned the experts’ tips and tricks? Come to this workshop to find out why! You will learn about some of the major cognitive obstacles to organizing your time and take away a set of mental tools for increasing your awareness of these common thought processes so that they can be prevented or interrupted. Tuesday, October 1, 7-8pm, Poorvu CTL Room M104A
How to Study on a Bus. Learn strategies for studying and managing your time as you navigate your academic and athletic commitments. Tuesday, October 1, 8-9pm, Online Event (register for link)
FGLI Thrive: College Budgeting. Take control of your finances with our College Budgeting workshop! Learn how to navigate your financial aid package, make the most of your Startup Grant, and budget smartly for each semester. We’ll also cover practical techniques to develop strong, forward-thinking budgeting habits to help you manage your money wisely. Wednesday, October 2, 6-7pm, Poorvu CTL Room 118A
Fresh Start: Midterm Edition. Want to refresh your approaches to your academic work? Our mentors will lead you through a series of activities to help you identify your current strengths and develop new strategies for meeting the new challenges presented by your current semester’s courses. Wednesday, October 2, 7-8pm, Poorvu CTL Room M104A
Exam Study Strategies. Reduce exam stress by learning new strategies for preparing and studying for midterms and finals. This workshop offers suggestions for preparing for and taking problem-based, short answer, and essay exams. Wednesday, October 2, 8-9pm, Online Event (register for link)
Academic and Professional Communication. Learn strategies for writing for professional and formal academic audiences. Thursday, October 3, 4-5pm, Poorvu CTL Room M104A
DPMP Movie Night. Join us for a movie night in Silliman theater to watch The Nightmare Before Christmas! Thursday, October 3, 6-8pm, Silliman Theater
Cultivating Faculty Mentors/Recommendations. Initiate conversations, ask for assistance, request recommendations, and build mentoring relationships with Yale faculty, teaching fellows and staff. Thursday, October 3, 7-8pm, Poorvu CTL Room M104A
FGLI Feel Good Fridays. Unwind and recharge at our weekly Feel Good Fridays! Drop in for a laid-back afternoon of board games, crafts, and connections with fellow FGLI students. Whether you want to relax or chat with FGLI mentors, this is your space to build community and take a well-deserved break. Friday, October 4, 3-5pm, Poorvu CTL Room 121
STEM Navigators Study Hall. Snacks? While studying and meeting peers? Come complete your p-sets, study, and meet your peers in your STEM courses. Snacks and peer mentors are here to help you with any questions about majors, summer opportunities, or classes to take in the future! (Note: this is studying together–not tutoring! See your Canvas course pages for tutoring resources). Sunday, October 6, 2-5pm, Poorvu CTL Room 120B
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
Insight Partners Information Session. We invite Yale undergraduate students across all majors to come learn what a career in Venture Capital & Private Equity looks like straight out of undergrad! The event will include a presentation with an interactive case study, followed by networking with members of the Investment and Onsite Diligence & Growth Strategy Teams. Tuesday, October 1, 6-8pm, Location TBD (click to register)
diiVe, Summer Consulting Internships - Coffee Chats. Interested in a hands-on, impactful summer consulting internship? diiVe is your answer. Kickstart your consulting career, learn from BCG, EY, and McKinsey consultants, and consult on a real client challenge in teams, either remotely or while exploring Cape Town. All years and majors are eligible to apply. SEA funding may be available to eligible students. Wednesday, October 2, 1-3.30pm, 15 minute coffee chats with Program Manager, Koffee? 104 Audubon Street, New Haven
Case Interview Prep with diiVe. Are you interested in consulting but anxious about case interviews? Join diiVe for a consulting case workshop on campus and learn how to ace the recruitment process! Wednesday, October 2, 4-5pm, Office of Career Strategy, 55 Whitney Ave, 3rd floor
FELLOWSHIPS AND FUNDING
What are Fellowships? Fellowships are competitive, merit-based monetary awards that support activities such as research, study abroad, low-paid/unpaid internships, independent projects. The Office of Fellowships and Funding helps students identify funding opportunities and navigate the application process. Visit https://funding.yale.edu to learn more.
Fellowships & Funding Upcoming Events & Deadlines
Goldwater Scholarship: General Overview. The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation operates an educational scholarship program designed to provide opportunities for American undergraduate students with excellent academic records and outstanding research potential. Each award covers eligible undergraduate expenses, including tuition, fees, books, and room and board, up to a maximum of $7,500 per year. Goldwater Scholars are eligible for one or two years of support. Attend this information session to learn about Goldwater requirements and the application process. Tuesday, October 1, 12-1pm, Online Event (click for link)
Yale College Postgrad Fellowships - Info Session #1. Attend this information session to learn about Yale College Postgraduate Fellowships for research, study, and projects after Yale. The Yale College Postgraduate Fellowships are a collection of fellowships which may range in duration from 3 months to year-long (12 months) opportunities. These awards are administered by the Office of Fellowships and share a common application form. Thursday, October 3, 12:30-1:30pm, 55 Whitney Ave, 3rd Floor, Room 369
STUDY ABROAD
Thinking about studying abroad? Head to the Get Started tab to search programs that fit your personal and academic interests, check application deadlines, review costs and funding options, get advice on your plans, and more. Learn about fulfilling distributional and major requirements with study abroad coursework. The Study Abroad Office is here to support you through the process from start to finish, and it’s never too early to begin planning.
Applications for Yale Credit for Spring 2025 Abroad
Spring 2025 Credit for Spring Term Abroad applications and Petitions for Spring Programs not on Yale’s Designated List are due TODAY, October 1st, 2024 at 11:59PM. You must both apply directly to your intended study abroad program by their deadline and complete the Yale Credit for Spring Term Abroad or Petition application by October 1st.
Tip: Don’t wait until the last minute to submit your application in case you have personal or technical difficulties. Emails received after 4:30pm on October 1st will not be responded to until the following day.
See the Gilman website or meet with a Yale Fellowships adviser to learn more about these two awards…
Gilman Scholarship. Are you a U.S. citizen or national receiving a federal Pell grant who plans to study abroad during Spring 2025, Summer 2025, or Fall 2025? You may be eligible for the Gilman Scholarship to help fund your study abroad experience! The Gilman application is due October 10, 2024
Gilman-McCain Scholarship. Are you a child or spousal dependent of an active or activated military member who receives Title IV Federal Financial Aid? You could be eligible for the Gilman-McCain Scholarship, which offers up to $5,000 to support your study abroad plans. Additionally, applicants can apply for the Critical Need Language Award (up to $3,000) and the STEM Supplemental Award (up to $1,000). The Gilman-McCain Scholarship applications are due October 10, 2024.
OTHER
From YC3
YC3 Well-Being Resource Fair. For the 2nd year in a row, YC3 is conducting a resource fair. The YC3 Well-Being Resource Fair is for undergraduate students to be able to connect to all of the well-being resources that are available to them as Yale College students! This program is primarily for first year students, those returning from leave, and transfer students. Join us for FREE giveaways, food, prizes and more! Registration is not required, but highly encouraged. Wednesday, October 2, 4-6pm, Schwarzman Center, 2nd Floor Outside of the President’s Room
From the Yale Library
Any student who attends at least 3 library workshops this semester will be eligible to receive a Yale Library tote bag. Learn more about the Workshop Incentive Program.
First Steps with Zotero. Learn how to manage your research, take notes, and create a bibliography with Zotero. Yale users can create a free account with unlimited storage!
Wednesday, October 2, 7-7:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
Next Steps With Zotero. Learn how to get the most out of Zotero’s advanced research management features for your unique needs, including removing duplicate citations, filtering citations with tags, creating annotations, and integrating Zotero with Microsoft Word and Google Docs. Friday, October 4, 5-5:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
*Library Tour* Hidden Treasures in Sterling Library: Discover hidden rooms and lesser-known special collections while learning the ins and outs of the 16-story book stacks Sterling Memorial Library! Registration Required; bring your Yale ID. Thursday, October 3, 4-4:45pm, SML Nave, 120 High Street (click to register)
How to Find Scholarly Articles. Are you ready to find articles thoroughly and efficiently – without relying on Google Scholar, while also avoiding paywalls ($$)? Learn strategies to find the best possible scholarly articles from Yale Library.
Thursday, October 3, 7:30-8pm, Online Event (click to register)
Sunday, October 6, 1:30-2pm, Online Event (click to register)
Button Making with Book Covers. Take a break and learn how to hand-press 1” buttons using images from the library’s discarded book covers. Friday, October 4, 8-9pm, Bass Library, Thain Café Hight Tables