TRUMBULL COLLEGE: November 10, 2025
With Thanksgiving coming late again this year, this push to the next break is rough! I’m feeling it, so I imagine you are, too! I was grateful for a mostly sunny weekend – I hope you took some time to get outside. We had a funny weekend, since we played host to Henley (a plush eagle) from Sahej’s first grade classroom, who goes home with one of the kids every weekend. Sahej had so much fun…and then realized last night that he actually had to write about his adventures in Henley’s journal! His teachers are brilliant. :)
Registration for Spring 2026 opens up next week – again, this is a good time to reach out to your College Adviser, Departmental Adviser and/or DUS, if you haven’t already! See additional notes below under “ACADEMICS” below.
TC’29 – Reminder that we have Fireside Chats starting tonight!
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, November 14th (11am-12:30pm).
Please note that I teach on Wednesday mornings during the fall term. I will also be in Admissions all day on Thursday of this week.
FroCo APPLICATIONS
TC’27: The 2026-2027 FroCo Application is now open. Please Save-the-date for our Trumbull FroCo Info Session: Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 @6pm in the Fellows’ Lounge (2nd floor of Entryway K).
ACADEMICS
English Department Spring 2026 Creative Writing and Journalism Classes. In most cases, students enroll during registration period by submitting an instructor permission request through YCS, or by enrolling on a first-come-first-served basis, depending on the course. Some courses require a separate application as well – the earliest could be noon on Friday, November 21st. Please check the English Department website and the course’s Canvas page for additional information.
Yale Degree Audit: Yale Degree Audit (YDA) is a tool that tracks your progress toward the bachelor’s degree. You can learn about – and access! – Degree Audit at https://registrar.yale.edu/student-records/degree-audit. Degree Audit displays the Yale College degree requirements that you have already completed and those that are still pending. If you believe that academic information in your degree audit is incorrect, contact our office.
UPCOMING DATES AND DEADLINES (5pm unless noted)
November 17 Spring term registration opens for Class of 2026, 8am
November 18 Spring term registration opens for Class of 2027, 8am
November 19 Spring term registration opens for Class of 2028, 8am
November 20 Spring term registration opens for Class of 2029, 8am
November 21 November recess begins after last academic obligation
November 30 Last day to relinquish on-campus housing for the spring term without charge (Undergraduate Regulations)
December 1 Classes resume
TUTORING
Advising Resources: http://advising.yalecollege.yale.edu
Academic Strategies Program: https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/academic-strategies-program
Sc/QR Tutoring: https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/learning/help-with-stem/stem-tutoring
Language Tutoring: https://cls.yale.edu/programs/language-tutoring
Writing Center/Tutors/Partners: https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/undergraduate-writing-and-tutoring; https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/undergraduates/writing-center
Trumbull Writing Tutor: Adam Reid Sexton is Trumbull’s Residential College Writing Tutor. He is eager to work one-on-one with any and all Trumbullians on writing of every kind, from academic papers to creative writing to fellowship applications. A Senior Lecturer and Course Director in English, Adam has taught at Yale since 2013 and has served as Trumbull’s Writing Tutor since 2014. He also coordinates the TC Mellon Forum. To make a tutoring appointment with Adam, go to https://www.yalewco.com
Academic Strategies Program. The Academic Strategies Program is just one of the ways that the Office of Educational Opportunity helps students identify and work towards their academic and experiential learning goals. Find out more about how the OEO and the Poorvu Center for Teaching and Learning can help you at: https://poorvucenter.yale.edu/learning.
OCS & FGLI Thrive: Interview Skills Workshop. Learn and sharpen the skills that will strengthen your interviews and help you shine! Monday, November 10, 4:30-5:30pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 121
Strategic Planning for Your Senior Thesis. Writing a senior thesis is a marathon, not a sprint. This workshop offers strategies for building momentum, working with faculty, and managing the process from start to finish. It’s a great way to launch - or relaunch - your project, especially in tandem with the Academic Strategies Program’s Senior Thesis Power Hours. Monday, November 10, 6-7pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room M104A
Senior Thesis Power Hours. Writing a Senior Thesis is HARD—but it’s way more fun with snacks, support, and friends who get it! Drop in anytime to this two-hour session, hosted by the Yale College Writing Partners and Academic Strategies Peer Mentors, for (1) facilitated & structured focus time + breaks; (2) delicious snacks + seltzer water; (3) optional 1:1 help from Writing Partners and Academic Strategies Peer Mentors; (4) the camaraderie you need to keep those ideas flowing. Monday, November 10, 7-9pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 120A
Imagining Your Summer. Thinking about summer study abroad, fellowship opportunities, or professional internships–but don’t know where to start? Come to this session to hear from students who have done these things & staff whose job it is to help you get these things! You will leave this session with a clearer idea of what is possible, and a solid understanding of what resources could be available to you to make it happen. Now is the perfect time to start planning! Tuesday, November 11, 4-5pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 120A
STEM Navigators: Empowering Students – How to Secure Your Summer Research Internship. Interested in doing a research internship this summer? Come to this STEM Navigators-sponsored workshop to learn how to optimize your applications to summer research internships! Tuesday, November 11, 5-6pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 120C
STEM Navigators x YC3: Decision Making in STEM – Determining your Path in STEM. Did you just finish your first few rounds of STEM midterms and lectures and realize you may not like the classes so far in the major that you thought you were set on doing? Unsure if your major/pathway is right for you anymore and if you should go on another path? Worried whether you are taking a path in STEM for yourself or because of outside pressures? Join STEM Navigators and YC3 in this workshop as we go through the decision-making process to help you with deciding which path/major you should take in STEM! Lunch provided. Wednesday, November 12, 12-1pm, Good Life Center
STEM Navigators: How to Join a Lab, Part 3: Write Your Proposal. So now you got into the lab of your dreams…buttt you’re struggling to write your research proposal for summer programs or research classes :( Come to this workshop where we’ll go over the process together - just bring your research interests and your laptops! This workshop is part 3 of the 3-session series, Let’s Join a Lab! Wednesday, November 12, 4-5pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 120A
FGLI Thrive: Morgan Stanley Info Session. Interested in a career in finance & banking? Come meet some of Morgan Stanley’s business representatives as they provide a brief overview of their roles and day-to-day jobs, followed by a Q&A. Preference for first & second years, but open to all years. Wednesday, November 12, 4:30-5:30pm, WLH 309
Autism Discussion Group. An inclusive community for autistic students and allies to discuss experiences, share strategies for campus life, and build meaningful connections. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been part of the autism community for years, all perspectives are welcome. Wednesday, November 12, 5-6pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 118A
Chat, how do I talk to my professor? Not sure how to start an email or what to say in office hours? You’re not the only one! In this session, Academic Strategies Peer Mentors walk you through real-life strategies for reaching out to faculty and building academic relationships that matter. Wednesday, November 12, 6-7pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room M104A
Eli Whitney Caffeinated Commons. Wrap up your week with community, conversation, and caffeine! Drop by this relaxed weekly hangout hosted by the Academic Strategies Program’s Eli Whitney peer mentors—sometimes there’s a theme or discussion, sometimes just snacks and good company. Whether you’re here to chat, decompress, connect, or set up your weekend, you’re always welcome. Thursdays, 4pm-6pm, coffee provided. Thursday, November 13, 4-6pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 118B
Financial Aid Application & FAFSA Drop-in Workshop. Every student on Financial Aid needs to reapply every year! Join us as we go over any questions you may have about reapplying for financial aid and FAFSA. Bring your laptop! Registration is not necessary, but preferred. Thursday, November 13, 5-6pm, Poorvu CTL, Room M104A
Let Me Cook: How to Eat While Giving a Presentation (Micro-Workshop). Whether you’re giving a formal talk or leading class discussion, public speaking takes practice. In this 30-minute session, you’ll learn preparation and performance strategies that help you feel more in control—and more like yourself. Want to rehearse or get feedback? Stay afterward and work with ASP Peer Mentors as long as you like. Thursday, November 13, 6-6:30pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room M104A
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! Mentors will also serve as accountability buddies to make sure you stay on track during the study hall and achieve your academic goals! NOTE: Tutoring NOT provided by mentors! Sunday, November 16, 3-4pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 120A
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. Schedule a weekly OCS newsletter tailored to your interests, check out OCS events, opportunities, resources and services at https://ocs.yale.edu/channels/student, get even more tips and announcements at https://ocs.yale.edu/blog.
Yale College OCS-Fellowships Outreach Coordinators. The OCS-Fellowships Outreach Coordinators are undergraduate students in the residential colleges, trained by the Office of Career Strategy and the Office of Fellowships to introduce their peers to the resources of these offices. Each outreach coordinator serves as the point person for two residential colleges. When classes are in session, the Outreach Coordinators host programs in the colleges, are available for resume reviews, and can answer questions about career and summer funding resources. Each also holds Open Hours once a week in each of their assigned residential colleges, which are posted on the OCS website. Students are invited to visit them during their open hours or contact them directly.
Engineering Networking Week! November 10-14. Details of all the events and a chance to win a prize at: Engineering Networking Week: November 10-14
Your Sophomore Roadmap to a Consulting Offer. In this live Management Consulted call, we’ll lay out the exact roadmap to land your junior year consulting internship. The junior year consulting internship is the most direct path to a full-time offer. Don’t leave it to chance — join us to get the step-by-step plan that keeps you ahead. While the session is geared towards sophomores, the content will be relevant for many candidate profiles. If you plan to recruit for a consulting internship in the future, please join us. Monday, November 10, 5-6pm, Online Event (register for link)
Close Concerns Associate Program - Info Session and/or Coffee Chat. Close Concerns, founded in 2002, is a healthcare information company based in San Francisco focused on diabetes, pre-diabetes, and obesity. We are currently recruiting candidates for our two-year associate program, which provides new college graduates unparalleled exposure to the ‘real world’ of healthcare and business, significant work experience and responsibility, international travel, and built-in support for graduate school applications. Please join an information and/or 20-minute coffee chat sessions with Kat Moon ’24. Tuesday, November 11, 5:30-6:30pm, 55 Whitney Avenue, 3rd Floor, Room 369 (click for sign-up and application links)
UK Visas and Immigration Information Session. Please join this information session to learn more about the UK’s High Potential Individual (HPI) visa route from a member of the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) team. The HPI visa usually gives you permission to stay in the UK for 2 years, as long as you have been awarded a degree by an eligible university, including Yale, within the past 5 years. Learn more about eligibility, how to apply, the review process, and more; there will also be time for Q&A. Wednesday, November 12, 3-4pm, 55 Whitney Avenue, 3rd floor
Polished and Prepared: Acing Your Medical School Interviews. Learn clear, practical ways to structure answers to common and behavioral interview questions; techniques for demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and program fit; and strategies to control nerves, pace your responses, and make a strong first impression both virtually and in person. You’ll also get real‑time feedback on live practice answers from an experienced admissions leader. Wednesday, November 12, 8-9pm, Online Event (register for link)
Bank of America Sessions & Coffee Chats. We are excited to invite you to learn more about and network with members of Bank of America’s Global Corporate & Investment Banking Division! These events are seeking current sophomore students interested in 2027 Summer Analyst opportunities..
One-on-One Coffee Chats. Thursday, November 13, 9am-4pm, The Graduate Hotel, 1151 Chapel Street (sign up for a 30-minute session)
Information Session & Networking. Thursday, November 13, 7-9pm, The Study Hotel, 1157 Chapel St
2025 Engineering Career Fair in Boston. Meet representatives from firms hiring for full-time and internship roles across energy, environmental services, design, medical devices, transportation, and more. Please register for this event on Yale Career Link. Friday, November 14, 2-5pm, The David Rubenstein Treehouse at Harvard University, 20 Western Avenue, Boston, MA
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.
In-Person Interview Training Series: Hot Topics in Interviews. This session will share tips for discussing current affairs and related “hot topics” in a high-pressure interview setting. Wednesday, November 12, 1-2pm, 55 Whitney Avenue, 3rd Floor, Room 305
Fox International Fellowship: Info Session. The Fox International Fellowship supports one academic year of independent research projects through exchanges with renown universities around the world. The objective of program is to identify and help develop potential world-class statesmen and women who may participate in guiding the world toward a peaceful order in the 21st century. Visit the MacMillan Center website for future sessions and presentation slides. Friday, November 14, 12-1pm, Online Event (click for link)
Yale College Postgrad Fellowships - Info Session #4. Attend this information session to learn about Yale College Postgraduate Fellowships for research, study, and projects after Yale. These are a collection of fellowships which may range in duration from 3 months to year-long (12 months) opportunities for research, study, and projects. These awards are administered by the Office of Fellowships and share a common application form. Friday, November 14, 12:30-1:30pm, Online Event (click for link)
MacMillan Center: Informational Session for Academic Year and Summer Funding. The Whitney and Betty MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies at Yale offers funding for language study, internships, dissertation research, independent projects, and presenting at conferences. All funding opportunities are listed on the Student Grants Database. Visit the MacMillan Center website for future sessions and presentation slides. Friday, November 14, 1:30-2:30pm, Online Event (click for link)
Critical Language Scholarship (CLS): Yale Alumni Panel. CLS provides immersive summer programs for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to learn languages of strategic importance to the United States’ national security and economic prosperity. Attend this panel to learn more about CLS from past Yale participants. Friday, November 14, 3:30-4:30pm, 55 Whitney Avenue, 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.
Want to go abroad this summer? AACC Info Session and Student Panel. Join the Asian American Cultural Center PLs and the Study Abroad and Fellowships Offices discussing your wide range of options for going abroad THIS SUMMER or LATER academic terms! Being abroad doesn’t just look like studying – it can include internships, independent research, or volunteering. We’re here to answer any questions you might have Light refreshments provided. Monday, November 10, 5-6pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 120A
Princeton in Beijing Information Session. Princeton in Beijing is a high-quality intensive program in beginner to advanced Chinese with a track for heritage learners. This program includes such special features as: a student pledge to speak no language other than Mandarin Chinese throughout the session; individual tutorial sessions in the afternoons; constant contact with faculty and other students in campus life; and special lectures on aspects of China studies. Attend this information to meet instructors and learn more about the program! Tuesday, November 11, 2:30-3:30pm, 55 Whitney Avenue, 3rd Floor, Room 305
Yale Study Abroad Drop-in Advising. Thinking about studying abroad? Join us for Drop-In Group Advising—no appointment needed! Hear from study abroad advisers and connect with other students who are also considering a semester or summer abroad. Tuesday, November 11, 3-4:30pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 120B
YSS Abroad in Brazil Information Session. Do you already speak Spanish, French, Italian or Romanian? Come learn about the Yale Summer Session Abroad in Brazil – an intensive elementary Portuguese language program for speakers of Romance Languages. The program starts in New Haven (3 weeks) and then spends 5 weeks in Paraty and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Meet with faculty instructors David & Beth Jackson to learn more. Thursday, November 13, 3:30-4:15pm, 82 Wall Street, Room 102
Need to Get or Renew Your Passport? 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. All passports should be valid at least 6 months beyond the end date of your anticipated study abroad program.
- Yale students, staff & faculty can get passport photos from the Yale ID Center, 55 Lock Street, by appointment
- 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. While most passports are still renewed via mail, qualified U.S. citizens and nationals may be able to renew U.S. passports online. The current estimated wait time for U.S. passport processing is 4-6 weeks.
- International students should research passport renewal procedures for their country of citizenship and be aware of how the renewal process may impact their U.S. student visa
Learn more at https://studyabroad.yale.edu/resources/travel-planning-logistics.
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10th Annual Career Networking Mixer where alumni meet current students and help explore career strategies. Register by this Wednesday, November 12th. Alumni will share their “real world” experiences in life skills and careers, including the arts, business, communications, consulting, education, entertainment, finance, health care, government, law & social justice, non-profits, public service, real estate, STEM, and more! Students will come with questions about the current job world and strategies about how to develop a career, several careers, and graduate school opportunities. Alumni really want to meet and help you Navigate your career explorations; know what skills are critical now; take advantage of all of Yale’s resources. Note: you do not need to be first-gen or from a low-income background to attend. We all celebrate being members of the Yale family. Recent grads are welcome. Dinner and dessert included. Wednesday, November 19, 6-8:30pm, Afro-American Cultural Center, 211 Park Street
Apply Now: Yale GIS Accelerator January 2026! The Yale Center for Geospatial Solutions and Yale Library are pleased to announce the Yale GIS Accelerator, a 5-day intensive training program (January 5–9, 2026) designed for Yale affiliates seeking to integrate GIS into their work but require an efficient learning schedule. This program is ideal for faculty, staff, and students across disciplines — including the humanities, sciences, law, medicine, social sciences, architecture, and environmental studies — who are working on a project involving spatial analysis or mapping. Whether you’re new to GIS or looking to refresh your skills, this course will guide you through the fundamentals of ArcGIS Pro —no prior experience required Application Deadline: Monday, November 17th | Selection Notification: Monday, November 24th | Data Interview: December 2nd, 3rd, or 5th (scheduled after acceptance)
Secret Film Society. Join us for the next gathering of the Secret Film Society where we will screen a new, unreleased film. At the Secret Film Society, the film is the secret, not our gathering. The title and genre of the film aren’t announced until the show begins. Register and attend to enjoy the surprising reveal! Tuesday, December 2, 7:30pm, 53 Wall Street
YC3
All the “Firsts” FGLI Support Group. Feeling far from home? Far from connection? First in your family to attend college? Not everyone who attends Yale begins at the. same starting line. If you’ve overcome hurdles, battled imposter. stress, and felt a lack of belonging at Yale, this is a space for you. This support space is created for anyone who self-identifies as first-generation and/or low-income and is familiar with the pride and pressures of attending an elite institution. Participants will be encouraged to give voice to their experiences and cultivate. resilience in the community. This group will meet in-person four times this semester. Tuesday, November 11, 3-4pm, GLC Lounge in Schwarzman
Navigating Conflict Workshop. Conflicts happen—but how you handle them makes all the difference. Join Brian Hamilton, Community Wellness Specialist, for this Navigating Conflict workshop that will give you practical strategies to better understand conflict and how to resolve it more effectively. Thursday, November 13, 3-3:45pm, GLC Lounge in Schwarzman
YC3XAFAM Chair Yoga event. Join Ricky from YC3, in collaboration with The House, lead an accessible, chair yoga event. This is a gentle 30-45-minute chair yoga session. All chairs will be provided; come relax, stretch, and re-charge. Please wear comfortable, loose-fitted clothing, and breathable, shoes meant for light movement. Friday, November 14, 4- 5pm, The House, 211 Park Street
Yale Library
Advanced Search Techniques. In 30 minutes, learn skills to research like a librarian, including how to use advanced search techniques to find books and articles in Quicksearch. Monday, November 10, 7-7:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
Latte with a Librarian. Meet with a librarian for a drop-in research consultation. Any student who asks a library or research-related question will receive a FREE Yale Library mug. Tuesday, November 11, 1-2:30pm, Steep Café, Kline Tower
How To Find Scholarly Articles. Are you ready to find articles thoroughly and efficiently, while also avoiding paywalls ($$)? Learn strategies to find the best possible scholarly articles from Yale Library. Tuesday, November 11, 7-7:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
Button Making with Book Covers. Take a break and learn how to hand-press 1-inch buttons using images from the library’s discarded book covers. Wednesday, November 12, 8-9:30pm, Bass Library
Reading Strategies for Writing Papers. Learn strategies – that you can begin during the research process - to efficiently read and analyze scholarly articles in preparation for a research paper, including lateral reading, selective reading, and active reading. Friday, November 14, 12-1pm, Online Event (register for link)
Library Workshop Incentive Program. Attend 3 or more library workshops in one semester to receive a free tote bag or water bottle.
Individualized Library Help and Research Support. Students may request a Personal Librarian, request a Research Consultation for a particular topic, or reach out to a Subject Specialist Librarian for individual support.