TRUMBULL COLLEGE: February 23, 2026
Hope you’re all hanging in there with this pretty relentless winter we’re having! Sahej has a snow day tomorrow, too! Might have to do some morning sledding. :)
As some of you know a bit too well, the flu and other bugs are going around – please take care. If symptoms are severe or persistent, or if you need advice, contact Student Health promptly at 203-432-0312 (nurse advice is available 24 hours).
Keeping this in from last week: I understand that when coursework picks up, other things slip, like getting enough sleep, eating well and exercising. This is when it is most important to take care of yourselves, so please do just that. I strongly encourage you to check out the amazing resources available to you at the Good Life Center, over at Poorvu with Academic Strategies, and of course, YC3. I’m here, too, so please don’t hesitate to set up a meeting with me or visit my open Zoom hours (see below).
Take care everyone and have a good rest of your 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 Tuesday, February 24th (4-5pm) and Friday, February 27th (10-11:30am).
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 (March 6th), but I recommend that you do so well before that date.
Yale Degree Audit: Yale Degree Audit 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. 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)
February 25 (W) Last day of courses offered in the first half of the spring term
February 25 (W) Last day to withdraw from a course offered in the first half of the spring term
February 25 (W) Last day to convert from a letter grade to Cr/D/F option for a course offered in the first half of the spring term
February 26 (Th) Courses offered in the second half of the spring term begin
March 3 (T) Applications close for 2026 Non-Yale Summer Abroad
March 6 (F) Midterm
March 6 (F) Last day to withdraw from a spring full-term course without the course appearing on the transcript
March 6 (F) Deadline to apply for double credit in a single-credit course
March 6 (F) 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 6 (F) Final ABX exam grades are due
March 6 (F) Spring recess begins after last academic obligation.
March 23 (M) 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.
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 Facilitated & structured focus time + breaks; Delicious snacks + seltzer water; 1:1 help from Writing Partners and Academic Strategies Peer Mentors (optional!); The camaraderie you need to keep those ideas flowing. A splendid time is guaranteed for all. Monday, February 23, 7-9pm, Poorvu Center, Room 120A
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. Tuesday, February 24, 4-6pm, Poorvu Center, Room 118B
Organize Your Time (30-minute version) + Work Time. When’s the last time you looked at your schedule and thought, how am I supposed to do all this? This 30-minute workshop helps you learn time management strategies and begin applying them to your own week, helping you feel more in control of getting everything done. Afterward, stick around for optional quiet work time with Academic Strategies Peer Mentors on hand to support you. Tuesday, February 24, 4-5pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room M104A
STEM Navigators: How to Prep for the Internship Interview. Did your internship application move forward? Have an interview and not sure how to prepare for it? Join STEM Navigators for a workshop on how to prepare for internship interviews. Learn strategies so you can confidently answer common interview questions, portray your skills, and stand out! Tuesday, February 24, 5-6pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 120C
How to Lock In: Working Through Procrastination. We all procrastinate—but when it gets in the way of your goals, it’s time for a shift. In this workshop, we’ll explore what’s really driving your procrastination and share strategies to help you break out of the cycle. You’ll leave with tools to reset your habits and move forward—one doable step at a time. Tuesday, February 24, 6-7pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room M104A
How to Take Notes. Not sure what’s worth writing down—or how to use your notes later? You’re not alone. This workshop breaks down different note-taking approaches and helps you find a system that actually supports your learning. With guidance from Academic Strategies Peer Mentors, you’ll explore how to take notes that make studying easier, keep you focused in class, and work across different types of courses. Wednesday, February 25, 4-4:30pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room M104A
Autism Discussion Group. A supportive discussion group for sharing experiences and strategies related to autism while navigating your journey at Yale. Thursday, February 26, 5-6pm, Poorvu Center, Room 118A
Office of Educational Opportunity Drop-in Hours. Join us for our in-person drop-in hours where OEO mentors are available to answer questions and provide guidance on a range of topics, including: getting organized for your classes and making a weekly schedule | planning ahead for job and internship applications | thinking through summer opportunities and next steps | how to get started on work/executive function | managing your time | navigating Yale resources | general questions for when you don’t know where to go. Friday, February 27, 12:30-2:30pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Genius Bar
STEM Navigators: Exploring STEM Careers Panel + Networking Reception. We’ll have a panel of FGLI Yale alumni in various STEM fields who will talk about their journeys to their careers, navigating being FGLI and entering STEM fields, and will answer any questions that you have! There will also be a networking reception where attendees can have time to get to know the panelists and other alumni one-on-one and network with them! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with alumni and learn about the various career paths you can take with your STEM degree! Pastries will be provided. Saturday, February 28, 2-4pm, Poorvu Center CTL, Room 120A + B
STEM Navigators: Monthly Sunday Study Break – Overcooked and Pastries. Take a break from studying and join STEM Navigators for our Overcooked and Pastries Study Break! We’ll have assorted pastries for everyone to enjoy while playing Overcooked on the Switch (board games will also be available)! Sunday, March 1, 2-3pm, 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.
Resume Reviews in Trumbull – Offered Every Week. The OCS Marketing Outreach Coordinators have office hours in every single Residential College every week! Stop by to get your resume reviewed. No appointment needed.
Upcoming Career Fairs. Be sure to check https://ocs.yale.edu/channels/career-fairs-networking-events for on-campus career fairs in February, March, and April. Many request advanced registration.
Leadership/Teamwork Workshop. Trade notes with Johnnie Bird ’22 MAR. He’s learned leadership the hard way. Johnnie is an author and business owner who earned his master’s degree from Yale Divinity. Johnnie serves as Finance and Operations Manager at the Yale Alumni Association. His book “The Toughest Two” details the difficult transition from adolescence to young adulthood, using his experience as a division I basketball player at the University of Connecticut. Being a part of former national championship program has taught Johnnie the power of persistence. It is this persistence that has led to several speaking engagements (including a TED talk) and to the birth of his DoMode apparel brand. Monday, February 23, 7:30-8:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
Boston Consulting Group. At Boston Consulting Group (BCG), we partner with leaders across industries and society to tackle our clients’ most important challenges and unlock their greatest opportunities. If you’re curious about consulting, want to learn what the Associate Consultant role is like, or would like to connect with BCG consultants, join one of this week’s events.
* Information Session. Meet Black@BCG & Latin@BCG & Indigenous@BCG (open to all). Tuesday, February 24, 4-5pm, Linsly-Chittenden Hall (please register)
* Information Session. Students of all years and majors are welcome. Tuesday, February 24, 6:30-8pm, The Study Hotel (please register)
* Full-time Associate Coffee Chats. Juniors graduating December 2026 - June 2027. Wednesday, February 25, 9am-3pm, The Study Hotel (register for a timeslot)
* Information Session. Meet Women@BCG (open to all). Wednesday, February 25, 5-6pm, Register for Location
* Coffee Chats. Sophomores graduating December 2027 - June 2028. Thursday, February 26, 9am - 3pm, The Study Hotel (register for a timeslot)
* Summer Associate Coffee Chats. Thursday, February 26, 9am - 3pm, The Study Hotel (register for a timeslot)
Cove Hill Partners Information Session. Paths to Private Equity: Consultig vs. Banking: several of our private equity associates & analysts will debate the benefits of pursuing a consulting vs. banking career and which best prepares you for a PE associate job. This event is hosted by Cove Hill Partners, a $5bn private equity firm based in Boston and focused on partnering with outstanding management teams to build market-leading technology companies. Tuesday, February 24, 5:30-6:30pm, Online Event (click for link)
Penguin Random House Virtual Info Session. Love reading books and curious about careers working with them? Great! This info is for you! Join this Penguin Random House hosted info session where you will learn a bit about the book publishing industry, internship opportunities and tips for applying. Whether you’re dreaming of becoming an editor, intrigued by marketing, or don’t know where to start, this session is for you. No matter your academic background—be it English, Publishing, Journalism, or any other field—there’s a place for you in publishing. Wednesday, February 25, 12-1pm, Online Event (click for link)
2026 Common Good & Creative Careers Employer Networking Event. This in-person networking event is similar to a career fair, but smaller in scale, offering more opportunity to network with participating organizations. Learn about their work in: education, nonprofit, government, energy and the environment, think tanks, the arts, entertainment, publishing, journalism and more. Over 30 employers attending! Thursday, February 26, 4-6pm, Dwight Hall, 67 High Street
Skill-Building: Mindset Management. Gain self-clarity for making decisions. Discover your strengths and values to avoid relying on external expectations. Learn practical tools to manage stress. Use evidence-based techniques to reframe unhelpful thought patterns related to grades and career pressures. Understand and challenge distorted internal narratives, find clarity under pressure, increase resilience through setbacks, learn how to grow confidence, and connect self-assessment to real-world choices with frameworks provided by a Yale alum. Hosted by Yale Alum Robin Barstow ’94 Ph.D. Friday, February 27, 11:30am-12:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
Game Industry Alumni Panel w/ Amoriem Labs. The panel will feature alumni working across the game industry who will discuss their career paths after graduation, lessons learned along the way, and how their academic experiences helped shape their growth in the field. Designed to give students a real-world perspective, this session offers the opportunity to ask candid questions, learn from those already in the industry, and feel informed and inspired while preparing for their own next steps. Friday, February 27, 5-6pm, Online Event (register for link)
Harvard Business School Summer Venture in Management Program Info Session. Harvard Business School’s The Summer Venture in Management Program is an educational program designed to increase opportunity in business education for high-potential college students making an impact in their school or community. If you are interested in learning more about this program, feel free to join this zoom call for an information session. Friday, February 27, 7-8pm, Online Event (click for link)
2026 Business & the Environment Conference. Attendees will have the opportunity to network directly with established professionals as well as passionate students from top-tier schools, while learning about the latest challenges in industry. Saturday, February 28, 8am-5pm, Kroon Hall, 195 Prospect Street.
Renting In New York – A Practical Guide Zoom Workshop + Q&A. In this webinar (~45 minutes, then Q&A), we discuss the NYC rental market (pricing & floorplan sizes), highlight the steps in the rental process, review paperwork & landlord requirements and answer all questions. FREE with Promo Code Yale226. Saturday, February 28, 12:45-2pm, Online Event (register for link)
[Deadline] Opportunity for First-Years: Goldman Sachs Possibilities Series Freshmen Day. Goldman Sachs is excited to bring an on‑campus component to our annual Possibilities Series to Yale – an immersive, educational experience designed specifically for first‑year undergraduate students interested in exploring the financial services industry. Apply by March 1st to participate in “Freshmen Day”: an educational, workshop‑style experience intended to help you feel informed and confident as you think about your professional development and future recruiting seasons. Application Deadline = Sunday, March 1, 11:55pm
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.
Summer Fellowships and Funding: Office Hours. Applying for Summer fellowships? Come by during the Fellowships Office Hours for last-minute questions and help with your application! Tuesday, February 24, 7-8pm, Online Event (click for link)
Summer Fellowships and Funding: Let’s Click Submit Together! Have last-minute questions about your Summer Fellowship application? Come by for answers and help so that you can click that “submit” button ahead of the deadline! Friday, February 27, 11am-12:30pm, Online Event (click for link)
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.
Non-Yale Summer Study Abroad: Application Deadline is next Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Applications are open for Non-Yale Summer Abroad. You can apply to receive general transfer credit for a program run by another institution, choosing from more than 100 options on our designated list. Note: In addition to applying for Yale’s approval to earn transfer credit, you will also need to apply directly to your intended Non-Yale program for admission. Program deadlines vary.
Study Abroad next fall or academic year. Applications are now open for study abroad for Fall 2026 and/or for the full academic year 2026-2027! Search Yale’s study abroad database for eligible programs, or meet with an adviser specializing in your region of interest. The application deadline is April 1, 2026.
Year or Fall Term Abroad Panel & Info Session. With the upcoming deadline, learn about year- and fall-term study abroad opportunities, application tips, and hear from students who’ve gone abroad. Thursday, February 26, 5-6pm, Poorvu Center Room 120B (register for location updates)
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.
TAKE NOTE
Afro-American Cultural Center’s Black History Month 2026 calendar is here! The theme this year is Honoring the Past, Rewriting the Future. From book talks and documentary screenings to the keynote address featuring Brigadier General Enoch “Woody” Woodhouse II ’52 and Peabody Award winner Kahlil Greene ’22, they’ve got events for everyone to enjoy.
Chase Coggins Memorial Scholarship 2025. The Chase Coggins Memorial Fund is named for Chase Frederick Coggins ’79 Timothy Dwight College. The Scholarship is to assist undergraduates in (1) wilderness exploration with philosophical, artistic or scientific intent, and (2) traveling to rural areas or developing countries to study. There is no application form, but proposals are expected to contain a brief summary of academic background, a statement of objectives, an itinerary, a budget, and two recommendations. See full application and submission details at https://saintanthonyhallsigma.org/chase-coggins-memorial-fund. Submission deadline = March 15th
The Richard Maxwell Prize for Translation and Translation Studies. A $500 prize, open to any undergraduate student in Yale College, shall be awarded annually to the best Literary Translation or to the best essay in Translation Studies. “Literary Translation” encompasses all genres, so long as the chosen work is substantial, while “Translation Studies” is understood to include theoretical and historical questions involving language, culture, and medium. Submissions that combine actual translation and reflections on issues raised or exemplified by the process are welcome. Submissions must include: (1) a cover letter with basic information about the student’s studies/major and about the context in which the essay/translation was written; (2) a translator’s introduction describing the intellectual and historical context of the translated text, along with some consideration of its technical features; (3) a copy of the translated text(s) in the original language, as an appendix to your translation; (4) annotation, as deemed relevant, for literary translations. All submissions for consideration should be sent as a PDF file to sabrina.whiteman@yale.edu by Friday, May 1st at 3pm. The prize will be presented along with other Comparative Literature prizes at the department’s Spring reception in early May. The Richard Maxwell prize for Translation and Translation Studies commemorates the scholarly and pedagogical legacy of Richard Maxwell (1948-2010), an exceptionally wide-ranging undergraduate teacher, scholar and critic. Submission Deadline = May 1st
YC3
Take it Easy Tuesday: Essential Oil Roller Making. Take it Easy Tuesdays is a monthly series hosted by YC3 for students to take a break and engage in artistic activities. This Tuesday, we’re focusing on essential oils. Giving students the chance to make their own essential oil rollers. While focusing on the importance of rest, this program aims to create a culture of wellness in an environment where all students can feel as open, expressive, and creative as they would like to be. Tuesday, February 24, 2-4pm, Schwarzman Center, GLC Lounge
Queer Mindfulness Group (Part 3 of 4). Come as you are and engage in this 4-part series in collaboration with YC3 and the LGBTQ Center! This 4-part series will meet for 75 minutes weekly, incorporating mindful meditation and skill techniques that will not only enhance your well-being, but is designed to help build resilience. Utilizing the text Queer Dharma, by Jacoby Ballard, we will also explore practices and philosophies that can help us navigate uncertainty, offer compassion and healing, and allow us to experience joy. Tuesday, February 24, 4-5:15pm, Register for Location
Yale Library
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. Monday, February 23, 7-7:30m, Online event (register for link)
First Steps with Zotero. Don’t wait until the end to make your bibliography! Zotero can help you manage your research, take notes, and create citations as you go. Yale users can sign up for a free account with unlimited storage. Tuesday, February 24, 7-7:30pm, Online Event (register for link)
What’s in a Word? Introduction to Text Analysis. Join us for an introduction to text analysis in this concepts-driven session. Wednesday, February 25, 10:30am-12pm, Bass L06A + L06B
Cookies & Questions. Get answers to your most pressing library questions (and a free Insomnia cookie!) from a Library Peer Mentor. Wednesday, February 25, 8-9:30pm, Bass Library, Thain Café (register if you want a reminder)
Next Steps with Zotero. Learn how to get the most out of Zotero’s advanced research management features for your unique needs, including how to read and annotate PDFs, remove duplicate citations, filter with tags, and how to integrate Zotero with Microsoft Word and Google Docs. Thursday, February 26, 7:30-8pm, Online Event (register for link)
Tour of Sterling Memorial Library. A one-hour walking tour of Sterling Memorial Library, where you will learn about the building’s history, collections, as well as useful library services for students, staff, and faculty. Registration required; bring your Yale ID. Friday, February 27, 3-4pm, Sterling Memorial Library (meet in Nave)
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.