TRUMBULL COLLEGE: February 3, 2025
Hi Trumbullians! Hope you have been able to enjoy the simple pleasures that come from a fresh snowfall. I have taken so many pictures during my years in Trumbull, but every time it snows, I take more (I also take many in spring and fall…oh, and summer, too!). Here’s my little montage from this morning and thanks to the family of one of our sophomore Trumbullians who helped our little guy who make the most of his school’s delayed opening this morning!
I want to draw your attention to some upcoming non-academic deadlines:
Please note that the Peer Liaison Application deadline is on February 5th @11:59pm: https://yalecollege.yale.edu/communities/student-leadership/peer-liaisons
The applications for Summer 2025 Residential Staff Positions for YSS and FSY are due on Friday, February 14th @5:00pm. I served as Head of Summer Colleges pre-pandemic for a couple summers and loved working with the staff. Dean Galindo (Branford’s Dean) is the current HoC (and she’s awesome).
Have a good week and take care. :)
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 on THURSDAY, February 6th (9:00-10:00am). Please check the little blurb on Calendly for my latest open Zoom hours.
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 to submit this petition is Midterm, but I recommend that you do so well before that date.
Yale Degree Audit: Access Degree Audit through Yale Hub. Degree Audit displays the Yale College, major, and Certificate requirements that you have already completed and those that are still pending. You may find the “Look Ahead” feature helpful as you finetune your Spring courses; it shows you how future course enrollment might apply toward your degree. If you believe that information in your degree audit is incorrect, contact our office.
UPCOMING DATES AND DEADLINES (5pm unless noted)
February 4 (Tues) Last day to withdraw from a course offered in the first half of the spring term without the course appearing on the transcript
February 4 (Tues) Applications for Yale 2025 Summer Session Abroad close, 11:59pm
February 6 (Th) Withdrawal from Yale College on or before this date entitles a student to a rebate of one-half of spring-term tuition (Undergraduate Regulations)
HOUSING-RELATED DEADLINES
Housing Intent: Wednesday, February 5th, 5pm is the deadline to declare your intent to live on campus or off-campus for the 2025-26 Academic year. If you do not receive this month’s “Intent Invitation” from the Yale College Housing Office, please let Alice know.
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.
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.
Senior Thesis Power Hours. Time for seniors to set goals and work together on their theses! Monday, February 3, 7-9pm, Poorvu CTL Room 118A
Getting the Most Out of Mentorship. Join Yale undergraduates for a conversation on how to make the most of any mentorship opportunity, including peer, graduate student, faculty, and alumni mentorship. Monday, February 3, 8-9pm, Poorvu CTL Room M104A
Imagining Your Summer for Student Athletes (w/ Fellowships and Funding). Interested in summer study abroad, fellowships, or internships, but don’t know how to get started? Hear from students who have done these things to help you identify some possible summer opportunities. You will leave with a clearer idea of what is possible and the resources you can access to make your vision happen. Now is the perfect time to start planning! Monday, February 3, 8-9pm, Online Event (click for link)
STEM Navigators: Let’s Join a Lab: Write Your Proposal. Are you struggling to write your research proposal? Come to this workshop where we’ll go over the process together - just bring your research interests and your laptops. Part of the 3-session Let’s Join a Lab! series. Tuesday, February 4, 5-6pm, Poorvu CTL, Room 120A
Managing a Heavy Reading Load. Feeling overwhelmed by piles of reading? Learn some essential strategies to make the most of your limited reading time. Have less stress and create more free time! Tuesday, February 4, 7-8pm, Poorvu CTL, Room M104A
Chronic Illness Discussion Group. Share strategies, experiences, and support with peers who understand your experience. This is open to undergraduates and graduate students. Wednesday, February 5, 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. Wednesday, February 5, 7-8pm, Poorvu CTL, Room M104A
Summer Fellowships & Funding (with Fellowships and Funding). Planning your Summer 2025? Learn about fellowships and other funding options for independent projects, research, language study, and more! Thursday, February 6, 4-5pm, Poorvu Center, Room 120C
ADHD Discussion Group. Share strategies and support with peers who understand your experience. This is open to both undergraduates and graduate students. Thursday, February 6, 5-6pm, Poorvu CTL, Room 118A
DPMP Social: Game Night. The Disability Peer Mentorship Program is hosting a game night! Join to have fun with our community members. Mentors, mentees, and anyone interested is welcome! This event is in collaboration with the Disability Empowerment for Yale undergraduate group. Snacks will be provided! Thursday, February 6, 6-7pm, Poorvu CTL, Room 118A
How to Study the Humanities at Yale. So you want to study within the Humanities at Yale! This workshop addresses questions such as how to choose a major; how to build pathways within and outside of one’s major; imposter syndrome/lack of pre-requisites; to double-major or not to double-major; certificates at Yale; and how to get paid to study the humanities. Friday, February 7, 3-4pm, Poorvu CTL, Room M104A
FGLI Fridays @ The NACC. Take a break, unwind, and recharge at FGLI Fridays! Hosted by FGLI Thrive, this weekly hangout rotates between different campus partner locations. Stop by for a chill afternoon of board games, crafts, snacks, and great company with fellow FGLI students. Whether you’re here to relax, get creative, or connect with FGLI Ambassadors, this space is all about you—building community and taking the break you deserve. See you there! Friday, February 7, 4-6pm, NACC Lounge, 26 High Street
STEM Navigators Sunday Study Break. 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: Tutoring NOT provided by mentors. Sunday, February 9, 2-3pm, Poorvu 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. Check out OCS events, opportunities, and services at https://ocs.yale.edu/channels/student. You can even tailor a weekly OCS newsletter to match your interests. Mark your Calendar for these Spring Semester Career Fairs and Networking Events!
OCS Resource Spotlight: CareerShift. You may be familiar with OCS’s vast database of jobs and internships, Yale Career Link. But did you know you also have access to CareerShift, a job aggregator licensed by OCS? CareerShift is a powerful tool for searching internship and full-time positions posted across thousands of employer websites and other public sites. It also allows the job seeker to find millions of contacts for networking (including Yale alumni) and find recruiters for various companies or by industry.
Meet with an Outreach Coordinator! Interested in learning more about fellowships and career resources, but unsure where to start? Meet with one of our Outreach Coordinators! OCs are Yale students with first-hand experience and knowledge of fellowships and career opportunities available at Yale. OCs hold office hours in all residential colleges on biweekly basis. Check out the Office of Fellowships Instagram for locations!
OCS LinkedIn Photo Booth. OCS is excited to offer Yale College students the opportunity to reserve 30-minute sessions at the LinkedIn Photo Booth, a private room at 55 Whitney Avenue. The OCS LinkedIn Booth has a ring light, a tripod for your cell phone, multiple back drops to choose from, and is available – by reservation – every Wednesday and Friday, 10am-4pm, when classes are in session. Submit your request 1 day in advance to be considered. More information – and general LinkedIn tips! – at the OCS Build Your LinkedIn Profile page.
Applications are now open for Morgan Stanley Internships. Applications are open for Summer 2026 internships across Investment Banking, Global Capital Markets, Fixed Income, Strategy, and other business areas.
OCS Upcoming Events
Sotheby’s 2025 Associates Program: Operations Career Panel. Explore the world of Sotheby’s, a global leader in fine art and luxury, and learn about our 2025 Associates Program in New York. This session will feature Sotheby’s Operations employees, sharing their career journeys and providing a firsthand perspective on life at Sotheby’s.
Whether you’re interested in fine art, client strategy, or luxury goods, this is your opportunity to connect with industry professionals, gain insights into the art and auction world, and discover how you can launch your career with us. Wednesday, February 5, 4:30-5:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
AlphaSights Virtual Open House. Join the AlphaSights Talent Acquisition at this exclusive opportunity to learn more about the Information Services industry, the Client Services Team, and the recruiting process. Wednesday, February 5, 5- 6pm, Online Event (register for link)
UBS Information Sessions. Are you a student eager to launch your career in banking? Looking for a 2026 summer internship? Join our networking sessions to discover who we are, what we do and how you can kickstart your career with us. Sessions include first-hand insights with Yale alumni. Students graduating between December 2026 and June 2027 are invited to attend.
Thursday, February 6, 5-6pm, The Blake Hotel, 9 High Street
Thursday, February 6, 7-8pm, Payne Whitney Gym
2025 Government, Education & Non-Profit Career Fair. Our annual Government, Education & Non-Profit Career Fair brings top employers to students and alumni for internships and full-time jobs in the government, education, and non-profit sectors. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about these careers and to network with employers. Friday, February 7, 10am-3pm, Online Event (register for link & instructions)
Fox International Fellowship: Info Session. The Fox International Fellowships at the MacMillan Center provide research fellowships through exchanges with renown universities around the world. The fellowship supports one academic year of independent research projects. The objective of the Fox International Fellowship 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. Friday, February 7, 12-1pm, Online Event (click for link)
FELLOWSHIPS AND FUNDING
The Office of Fellowships and Funding helps students identify funding opportunities to support activities such as research, study abroad, low-paid/unpaid internships, independent projects - and navigate the application process. Visit https://funding.yale.edu to learn more.
- Applying to more than one fellowship? Watch the Applying to Multiple Fellowships webinar for helpful strategies and information.
- Need help writing? Pair with a Poorvu Writing Partner for feedback and help in drafting your fellowship application.
- Applying for national fellowships? Watch this recorded workshop for information on how to present your case and stand out.
Meet with an Outreach Coordinator! Interested in learning more about fellowships and career resources, but unsure where to start? Meet with one of our Outreach Coordinators! OCs are Yale students with first-hand experience and knowledge of fellowships and career opportunities available at Yale. OCs hold office hours in all residential colleges on biweekly basis. Check out the Office of Fellowships Instagram for locations!
Fellowships & Funding Upcoming Events & Deadlines
Imagining Your Summer for Student Athletes (with Poorvu). Interested in summer study abroad, fellowships, or internships, but don’t know how to get started? Hear from students who have done these things to help you identify some possible summer opportunities. You will leave with a clearer idea of what is possible and the resources you can access to make your vision happen. Now is the perfect time to start planning! Monday, February 3, 8-9pm, Online Event (click for link)
Summer Fellowships & Funding (with Poorvu). Planning your Summer 2025? Learn about fellowships and other funding options for independent projects, research, language study, and more! Thursday, February 6, 4-5pm, Poorvu Center, Room 120C
Fellowships For Filmmakers. In this session, Jill Carrera, Senior Associate Director in the Office of Fellowships, will discuss some of the fellowship opportunities available for filmmakers including summer awards/grants to consider for undergraduates and post-graduate awards to consider for seniors. The session will cover fellowships such as Fulbright, the Office of Fellowships Summer Grants, and more. There will also be time for questions. Friday, February 7, 11am-12pm, Leeds Studio, 149 York Street
[DEADLINE] Henry/Mellon/Kings Common Application. These awards for study at Oxford and Cambridge are described in separate entries in the Student Grants Database. Candidates must apply for these awards through this Henry/Mellon/Kings Common Application. Application Deadline = Friday, February 7, 1pm (Eastern)
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. Friday, February 7, 1:30-2:30pm, Online Event (click for link)
Fulbright Session: General Information Session #1. The Fulbright US Student Program allows U.S. students to pursue a year of study/research of teach English abroad around the world. Attend this information session to learn more about the Fulbright program and the Yale application process. Friday, February 7, 2-3pm, 55 Whitney Avenue, 3rd Floor, Room 369
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.
Applications are now open for Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Academic Year 2025-2026 Study Abroad! Apply by the deadlines below (11:59pm Eastern). Visit the Study Abroad website for more details and list of designated programs.
Summer 2025
Yale Summer Session Programs Abroad: February 4 (tomorrow!)
Credit for Non-Yale Summer Abroad: March 4
Petition for Summer Programs not on Yale’s Designated List: March 4
Application for Yale in London Summer Courses: March 4
Fall 2025 Abroad
Credit for Fall Term Abroad: April 1
Petition for Fall Programs not on Yale’s Designated List: April 1
Full Year 2025-2026 Abroad
Balliol College, Oxford University: Junior Year Abroad Program for Yale English Majors: April 1
Credit for Full Year Abroad: April 1
Petition for Full Year Programs not on Yale’s Designated List: April 1
Understanding Your Summer Study Abroad Options. In the summer, there are two pathways to study abroad for credit:
- Yale Summer Session Programs Abroad: Intensive, highly structured programs led by Yale instructors for Yale College credit.
- Non-Yale Summer Programs Abroad: Programs run by other institutions that have been deemed eligible for transfer credit. Note: you must apply both for Yale approval by March 4th and directly to your intended program(s) for admission. Those program deadlines vary, and many accept students on a rolling basis.
To learn more about these options, visit the Get Started page.
London School of Economics Summer School. Thinking of studying abroad this summer at the London School of Economics? Before you apply, read the LSE Program page on the Study Abroad website. It has valuable information about which courses can transfer back to Yale, how to select courses, and more!
Don’t wait to ensure you have the necessary travel documents! 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. As a point of reference, the current estimated processing time for a U.S. passport is 6-8 weeks. International students should research passport renewal for their country of citizenship and be aware of how renewal may impact their U.S. student visa. Visit the Study Abroad Office Travel Planning & Logistics for additional information.
Study Abroad Upcoming Events
APA Info Session: Explore Summer & Semester Study Abroad in the Francophone World. Join APA Dakar Director Dr. Astou Sagna and Lindsay Turlan to learn about Study and Research Opportunities in Paris, France; Dakar, Senegal; multi-country in France, Morocco, Senegal. Opportunities for summer, semester, or year. Monday, February 3, 4-5pm, 55 Whitney Ave, 3rd Floor, Room 305
College Year in Athens (CYA) Virtual Info Session. Combine academics with authentic experiences this summer. Explore Greece’s history and culture through hands-on, on-site learning. Wednesday, February 5, 5-6pm, Online Event (click for link)
OTHER
Apply to be a Peer Liaison. Peer Liaisons (PLs), are a select group of trained, caring upper-level student leaders affiliated with the residential colleges and one of several campus centers/communities. Visit https://yalecollege.yale.edu/communities/student-leadership/peer-liaisons for information on eligibility, placements, responsibilities and the application link. Application Deadline = this Wednesday, February 5th (11:59pm)
The Adrian Van Sinderen Book Collecting Prizes for Seniors and Sophomores. In order to encourage undergraduates to collect books, build their own libraries, and read for pleasure and education, Adrian Van Sinderen (YC 1910) established two prizes —one for seniors and one for sophomores— in 1957. The Senior Prize is $1,000, and the Sophomore Prize is $700. For more information, including instructions and the application form, visit http://vansinderen.yale.edu. Selected collections will be examined by appointment before spring break: please be prepared to show the judges the most significant portion of the collection. Application materials are due on Monday, February 24th (5pm)
Planetary Solutions in Clean Energy: Summer Internships. Do you believe clean energy can advance racial, economic, and environmental justice? We do too! The Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) is thrilled to begin accepting applications for the next cohort of our Planetary Solutions in Clean Energy summer internship program. Selected students will each receive a $10,000 stipend for the summer, receive supervision and guidance, and share and learn from peers in weekly meetings as a cohort. Learn more and apply by February 20th (11:59pm)
From the Yale Library
Any student who attends at least 3 library workshops this semester will be eligible for a Yale Library tote bag! Learn more about the Workshop Incentive Program. Browse all upcoming Library Workshops at https://schedule.yale.edu/calendar/instruction
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! Monday, February 3, 8-8:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
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. Tuesday, February 4, 7-7:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
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, February 6, 7-7:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
Zotero Intensive for Senior Essays. In this hands-on session we’ll guide you through using Zotero - for your specific needs for your Senior Essay - to make your bibliographies a breeze. Juniors and Seniors in Yale College are welcome to attend. Friday, February 7, 4-5pm, Bass L06A
YC’26 Information Session on the SENIOR EXHIBIT FELLOWSHIP. One rising senior (Yale College 2026) will be selected to receive a $4,200 stipend to support a summer research fellowship, mentoring, and exhibit production support over the course of nine months to create and curate a professional-quality exhibit. Learn tips for creating a successful exhibit proposal and about what goes into creating a physical exhibition. Learn more: library.yale.edu/sml-exhibition-committee/students.
Tuesday, February 4, 4-5pm, Online Event (register for link)
Friday, February 7, 12-1 pm, Online Event (register for link)