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A GUIDE TO YOUR NEXT STOP...GW!
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Personal information sheet:
My NetID
My GW email
My GWid
My residence hall and room number
Message About COVID-19As we monitor the evolving situation around COVID-19 we will be making adjustments to the summer and fall schedule. When we have more information about dates and deadlines we will communicate via email and post these updates to our website. We thank you for your continued patience and cooperation.
Connect With Us: @StudentLifeatGW @HomeatGW
go.gwu.edu/orientation
Contact Us: 202-994-6555 [email protected]
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A Message from GW’s Orientation Staff
From left to right: Alex Groth, Asher Price, Foon Nguyen
Congratulations on officially becoming a member of our GW family! This handbook serves as a guide as you navigate the summer and prepare for the fall. Information included is reminders of tasks for you to complete and campus resources. We encourage you to hang onto this and refer to it as needed. We cannot wait to meet you soon. Until then, take a moment to learn a little more about your new home!
The year was 1821...GW was founded in 1821 as “Columbian College.” In 1904, the name changed to the George Washington University. At the same time, the university's colors changed to “buff and blue” to commemorate George Washington. The colors matched the uniform he wore when he resigned his position as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army in 1783.
GW Fight SongHail to the Buff!Hail to the Blue!Hail to the Buff and Blue!All our lives we'll be proud to say,"We hail from GW" (GO BIG BLUE!)Oh, by George we're happy we can say,"We're GW, here to show the way!"So raise high the Buff (BUFF!)Raise high the Blue (BLUE!)Loyal to GWYou bet we‘reLoyal to GW (FIGHT!)
Raise High!Alex Groth (ESIA, ‘22)Asher Price (MISPH, ‘21)Foon Nguyen (ESIA, ‘21)2020 Student Coordinators, Orientation
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Welcome to the George Washington University! You are embarking on an exciting journey, and I am thrilled that you are joining the GW family.
GW is a community of scholars, artists, scientists, visionaries, and athletes. We come from all over the world and across the United States. We embrace the diversity of our community while celebrating individuality. We take care of each other in times of need and we “Raise High” to celebrate successes. GW faculty and staff will be with you each step of the way.
During these times of uncertainty, we have seen more than ever before our GW community come together to take care of one another, and to continue our mission to educate the next generation of global leaders.
Over the summer, we hope to be able to send you more information that will help you prepare for move-in and orientation. I encourage you to review the materials, but remember that there is no “typical” GW experience and there is no “right way” to approach your time here. You will have no shortage of options to discover and create new knowledge in your chosen field, make friends, try new activities and explore the nation’s capital.
As we all manage and respond to the evolving COVID-19 situation, we will need to be flexible in our preparations for the fall, and we will communicate with you regularly to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information. There may be questions that remain unanswerable at this time, but if you have any questions or concerns as you prepare for the fall semester, please reach out to the Orientation team at 202-994-6555 or [email protected]. They will do the best they can to respond. The faculty and staff of GW are here to support your transition and your success.
I hope that we will soon be able to meet in person and on campus. Until then, Raise High!
Thomas J. LeBlancPresident
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Table of Contents
6 Communication from GW
7 A Note to Future You
8 Financial Aid and Student Accounts
9 Orientation
10-12 Navigating GW Systems
13 Dining at GW
14–15 Campus Maps
16–17 Residential Living at GW
18 Academic Life
19 GW Libraries and Academic Innovation
20 Modules & Training
21 Mandatory Health Information
22–23 Colonial Health Center
24 Student Rights & Responsibilities
25 Disability Support Services
26 Technology at GW
27–28 Campus Resources
29–30 GW Jargon
31–32 Notes
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aUpon Deposit, Please Complete The Following:• Bookmark your admitted student portal (go.gwu.edu/portal) to access important
and relevant information before classes start.• Claim your NetID and password (GW email) • Submit final transcripts• Submit AP/IB scores• Register for New Student Orientation via your admitted student portal• Apply for first-year housing (living.gwu.edu/first-year-admits). The application
opens on May 14 and closes on June 8.• If you are a student with a documented disability, register with Disability Support
Services at disabilitysupport.gwu.edu. It is best to provide documentation as soon as possible to avoid delays in the availability of accommodations. Accommodations are not retroactive.
Communication Over the Summer Next Stop GW is an electronic newsletter providing timely and relevant information, dates, deadlines, and reminders required to complete over the summer, before, and upon arrival to GW. In addition, this communication tool provides an introduction to important campus resources, campus living and learning, and overall student life. Keep your eye on your email inbox for this newsletter arriving every other week throughout the summer.
Here's what else you can expect for communication between May and August:• Introduction to academic school and undergraduate advising team (emails from
respective advising offices to student GW email) (May)• Request to submit photo for GWorld card (GW student ID) (email from GWorld
Card Office to student GW email) (May)• Information about student health insurance (waiver deadline) (included in Next
Stop GW communication and emails) (starting in May with ongoing reminders throughout the summer)
• Tuesday Talks Webinar Series covering topics such as paying your bill, living on-campus, GWorld card usage and perks, and more (schedule posted to the website mid-May) (scheduled topics throughout the summer)
• Preliminary invoices issued by Student Accounts (email from Student Accounts to student GW email) (June)
• First-year group advising webinars and class registration communication (emails from respective advising offices to student GW email). Note: timeline for webinars varies by individual school. Check your admitted student portal for details. (Beginning in June and ongoing throughout the summer)
• Orientation information (email from Orientation and advising offices to student GW email) (August)
• Next Stop GW’s Move-In Guide - information, tips, and other details sent right to your inbox. This is emailed to both students and families in August.
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A Note to Future YouUse this space to write a letter to your future self.
What are you feeling right now? What are you excited about? Nervous about? Hang on to this note (and book) and read it again at the end of your first year. You might be surprised with what you learned.
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Financial Aid and Student AccountsPayment PlansGW‘s Office of Student Accounts offers several ways to pay semester fees, including tuition, room, board, and insurance charges. View all methods at studentaccounts.gwu.edu/how-pay.
GW offers a monthly payment plan that splits semester charges into four equal monthly payments. This plan has an application fee and is interest free as long as monthly payments are paid in full and on time. Payments must be scheduled on the 10th of each month from July through October for the fall semester, December through March for the spring semester, and April through June for the summer semester. Enrollment is required for each semester in which you participate in the plan. If your parent or guardian is making payments on your behalf, please provide them access to your account using the link on the plan website. View details at studentaccounts.gwu.edu/monthly-payment-plan.
FERPA PolicyThe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.
Once enrolled at GW, students have the right to inspect and review their own education records, as well as designate who has access to their student records outside of GW.
We encourage you to have conversations with your family members about FERPA prior to arriving in August. You can access the Student Consent for Release of Information to Parents/Third Parties form (go.gwu.edu/ferpa) via the Registrar‘s website.
Planning for Financial Aid for 2021-2022To apply for financial aid, students must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and supporting documents for each year of enrollment (first-year students should submit a FAFSA by March 1 to apply for aid for their sophomore year). Please note that undergraduate students must be degree-seeking in order to qualify for financial assistance. Most institutional sources of funding require full-time status (12 or more credits) each semester.
Eligibility for need-based financial assistance is based on the student‘s demonstrated need on the financial assistance application. The need may be funded by institutional and federal grants, scholarships, and federal loans. While GW offers significant amounts of need-based aid, we are not able to fund 100% of need. Some families also utilize the monthly payment plan or additional federal and/or private alternative loans to supplement the awards that are offered.
Need-based awards are not guaranteed every year and must be applied for by the March 1 deadline for the following academic year. For step-by-step instructions, please see financialaid.gwu.edu.
For all your financial aid, billing, and registration needs, please reach out via phone, email, or in person to Student Financial and Registration Services, which is GW’s customer service organization bringing together the offices of Student Financial Assistance, Student Accounts, and Registrar in a friendly, centralized, service-culture setting.
The Student Services Hub, located on the Ground Floor of the Marvin Center, provides a personalized experience for students looking for service support in person.
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Orientation New Student Orientation aims to aid in the academic, personal, social, and cultural transition of new undergraduate students and their families to the GW and D.C. community. The programming you participate in is designed to introduce you to the academic culture and class registration process, community expectations and resources, and involvement opportunities on-campus and in the city. We hope you take advantage of all that GW has to offer and utilize the people around you for support and guidance as you begin your journey.
For the latest, go to your student portal or our orientation site (go.gwu.edu/orientation).
Pre-Orientation ProgramsExisting Pre-Orientation Programs will no longer occur before Orientation, but will still take place in some form during Orientation and throughout the first semester. As plans develop, more information and details about these co-curricular experiences will be shared.
Class RegistrationInformation about preparing for class registration and online class registration date sign-ups is available in your admitted student portal (go.gwu.edu/portal). Class registration will take place in early August.
Orientation Snapshot• Opportunities for engagement with fellow students, staff, academic advisors,
and faculty in a variety of different settings• Opportunities to get to know your peers and learn more about your residence
hall community• Opportunities to learn more about getting involved in campus life, campus
resources, and the first-year experience program, District Connections• Opportunities for intentional engagement within affinity groups and living-
learning communities to create closer bonds with classmates.
Getting to CampusGW is conveniently located near three major airports (DCA: Ronald Reagan Washington National, IAD: Washington Dulles International, and BWI: Baltimore Washington International) and D.C.’s Union Station. Public transit is available from each airport and train station. The Foggy Bottom/GWU Metro Stop is located right on campus, with service to the Orange, Blue, and Silver Metro lines.
Stay Informed This SummerOver the summer, you will receive Next Stop GW newsletters with reminders of things to do, and updates from GW community members, as well as, emails from school advising offices. Keep an eye on your GW email inbox for these editions (and more)!
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Navigating GW SystemsTransitioning to college is an exciting time, but it also comes with a lot of new processes, concepts, and systems. While you’re here, you will be using a variety of different platforms to do business, like checking your email, paying your bill online, and completing assignments for class. We want to introduce you to these commonly used systems so you’ll be familiar with them come August.
myGW - The George Washington University Web Portal (my.gwu.edu)myGW provides you with a landing page to navigate other systems at the university, namely email, Blackboard, and GWeb Information System. Log in using your NetID (first part of your GW email) and password.
GW Email and Calendar (www.gwu.edu/email)Access your GW email and calendar by logging in with your GW email address ([email protected]).
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GWeb Information System (it.gwu.edu/gweb) GWeb Information System (also referred to as BanWeb or GWeb) allows access to important processes such as student accounts management, financial aid communication, and course registration. Log in using your GW email address ([email protected]) and email password. GWeb is accessed via it.gwu.edu/gweb.
Once you are logged in, you will see tabs for the following information:• Registration Menu brings you to the registration portal and your schedule• Student Records Information Menu brings you to transcripts, grades, and
DegreeMAP• Student Accounts Menu brings you to the eBill Portal where you can view your
account, set up a refund profile, and make payments or grant access to others tomake payments for you
• Financial Aid Menu brings you to your financial aid package, cost of attendance,and Federal Work Study information
Note: If someone other than the student will be making payments to the university, the student should add them as an authorized user on the account. The student is the only one with the ability to grant access to the eBill system (studentaccounts.gwu.edu/how-access-ebill-system)
Please note: Completing a FERPA form does not give online access to the eBill; the student grants access through the eBill system.
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Blackboard (blackboard.gwu.edu) Blackboard is a learning management system that faculty and staff use to share information and post class materials. As a student, you will use Blackboard to complete GW 101 prior to arriving to campus in August, as well as for classes throughout your time at GW. Log in with your NetID ([email protected]) and password.
FixIt (go.gwu.edu/fixit) FixIt is GW‘s facilities request portal, which you can use to submit facilities issues in your residence hall. A facilities issue can be anything from an overflowing sink to a large pile of trash in a common space. You‘ll be prompted to provide your GW NetID and password. Check the webpage icons and choose the service area that best fits your need. If you have questions or need to update your request, use the Comment Stream and a GW Facilities representative will get back to you.
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WA Different Approach to DiningWe’re embedded in the heart of D.C. and the food options in our city are boundless. Whether you want to explore the D.C. food scene with friends on a Saturday night, shop for your own seasonal ingredients and cook with friends, order delivery through the GET mobile app, or grab a quick bite to eat between classes, our open dining plan has you covered no matter your tastes or dietary needs. View dining options at dining.gwu.edu/where-eat.
Visit go.gwu.edu/dining to learn more and download popular dining apps such as the GET app and Twenty-Two Tables.
GWorld Dining and Grocery PartnersWith so many grocery and dining partners located on, or close to, our Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon campuses, you have the freedom to choose what you want to eat and when.
Our partner list (gworld.gwu.edu/gworld-merchants) includes restaurants and grocery stores that accept Dining Cash and Colonial Cash. Remember, Dining Cash (required for all undergraduate students in GW residence halls) can only be used at dining and grocery partners and cannot be used for retail or service purchases. Colonial Cash is accepted at all dining locations as well as at partner retail stores, vending machines, laundry machines, and
more. Colonial Cash may be purchased at any time and is not required.
Don't see your favorite pizza place? Want to use GWorld at your favorite Chinese restaurant? We are always looking to expand our dining options to best meet the needs and taste buds of all GW students. Suggest new dining partners at dining.gwu.edu/suggest-dining-partner.
Dining Cash v. Colonial CashDining Cash is the primary fund for the meal plan and is required for all on-campus students. The amount of dining cash added each year depends on whether you live in a residence hall with or without a kitchen. Costs for 2020 dining can be found on the student's eBill account.Our dining partner network includes more than 105 food and grocery locations. With options including table service, delivery, food trucks, regional cuisines, and grocery stores, you’ll have easy access to food that meets your tastes and needs. Our open plan offers variety and freedom of choice to meet students‘ dietary preferences, including vegan, vegetarian, nut-free, kosher, Halal, gluten-free options, and more. *Dining funds roll over semester-to-semester and year-to-year.
Colonial Cash is a voluntary account that can be used in addition to Dining Cash, and can be used with GWorld dining and retail partners, both on-campus and off-campus, as well as laundry and printing. Money can be added to Colonial Cash through the GWeb system.
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WResidential Living @ GWGW aims to promote residential experiences rooted in strong communities where students develop meaningful healthy relationships, support one another, and are empowered to make decisions that advance their personal, academic, and career goals. You're encouraged to connect with your roommates ahead of move-in to coordinate items for the room.
Foggy Bottom Campus - First-Year Residence Halls
Fulbright Hall Lafayette Hall Madison Hall
Mitchell Hall Potomac House Guthridge Hall
Mount Vernon Campus - First-Year Residence Halls
Clark Hall Cole Hall Hensley Hall
Merriweather Hall Somers Hall West Hall
Move-InWhat to Bring:
This is a short list of what to bring to campus. A more detailed list, including items recommended by public health experts will be provided at a later date.
Toiletries, prescription medication, first aid kit, cleaning supplies, fan, desk lamp
Full-length mirror, posters, throw rugs, calendar, message board
Sheets (twin XL), towels, pillows, blankets, mattress pad, mattress cover, and laundry bag
Detergent, dryer sheets, drying rack
Reusable utensils, dishes, and food containers, reusable grocery bags, reusable water bottle
Computer, cell phone, headphones, power strip w/ surge protector
Thermometer, mask, Clorox and Lysol products
What is included:• Twin XL (80”) mattress• Microwave and refrigerator• Wireless Internet• Adjustable height bed frame, desk, desk
chair, two chests with two drawers each• One trash bin per student
What Not to Bring:• Candles, halogen lamps, lanterns/oil lamps, and flammable liquids• Non-surge protected extension cords• Weapons, chemical mace, pepper spray, fireworks• Hazardous material• Live animals• Cooking appliances in non-cooking areas, microwaves, refrigerators• Alcohol or other drugs, including marijuana, which is prohibited on
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Who’s Who In Residential LifeResident Advisors (RAs): student leaders assigned to a floor to support and advise residents and promote a residential community.
Community Directors (CDs): full-time professional staff who live in a residence hall, plan activities, provide crisis response, and supervise RAs.
Area Coordinators (ACs): full-time professional staff who live in a residence hall, provide planning and oversight of students’ residential experience, advise hall councils, provide crisis response, and supervise RAs and CDs.
Faculty in Residence (FiR): GW faculty who live in a residence hall, mentor students, and provide intellectual experiences for residents.
Faculty Guides (FGs): GW faculty assigned to a residence hall who mentor students and provide intellectual experiences for residents.
Hall Council: Student-led hall government that advocates on behalf of a configuration of buildings and provides social experiences. All Hall Councils together form GW’s Residence Hall Association (RHA).
Mailing & PackagesYou may use a vendor of your choosing to ship belongings directly to campus. Items must be clearly labeled and sent to the appropriate mailing address for your residence hall.
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Student Name (as it appears on your University ID)
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Washington, D.C. 20052
George Washington#302, Potomac House
2021 F Street, NWWashington, D.C. 20052
MOUNT VERNONMAILING ADDRESS/EXAMPLE
Student Name (as it appears on your University ID)The George Washington University
2100 Foxhall Road, NWResidence HallRoom Number
Washington, D.C. 20007
Martha WashingtonThe George Washington2100 Foxhall Road, NW
West Hall201
Washington, D.C. 20007
Belongings may be shipped to campus prior to move-in. Details about this process will be provided at a later date and communicated via email to the student.
Colonial Bellhop is an optional move-in service in which members of GW Spirit meet you curbside at your residence hall and carry everything up to your room in under 20 minutes! All proceeds benefit the GW Spirit teams and any participating Club Sport teams. To register, visit GWsports.com/Spirit. For additional information, contact our Bellhop Coordinator at [email protected].
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Academic LifeThe George Washington University’s academic life is defined not only by the ability of faculty and students to put knowledge in action, but also by the ability to take full advantage of GW’s vast access to world-class partnerships, policy-research initiatives, and one-of-a-kind learning opportunities.
Refer to GW 101 in Blackboard to learn more about your academic school, advising structure, curriculum requirements, guidance for course registration, and more!
Undergraduate Academic Schools: Snapshot
Columbian College of Arts and Sciences (CCAS) — Our oldest and largest college, Columbian is home to both generalists and specialists. At Columbian, we emphasize perspective, analysis, and communication; encourage collaboration with external partners; and inspire lasting change.
Corcoran School of the Arts and Design (CSAD) — The Corcoran School embodies what Columbian has defined as the “engaged liberal arts” by providing a platform for engagement, bridging creative expression and practical application, linking disparate fields, and preparing students for rich and multi-dimensional careers. We challenge students to investigate how art functions as a form of creative and intellectual inquiry. CSAD is a school within the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences.
School of Media and Public Affairs (SMPA) — SMPA is a trailblazer in the study of political communication, journalism, and media. Graduates of the SMPA program are leaders in advocacy, politics, business, and journalism. Students engage with the world around them through internships and access to decision-makers, community leaders, and power brokers. SMPA is a school within the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences.
Elliott School of International Affairs (ESIA) — When you study international affairs at Elliott, you won’t just study it, you’ll experience it. You’ll understand and engage with the world, building knowledge of economics, history, political science, and relevant areas of anthropology and geography.
School of Business (GWSB) — This school offers a distinctive educational experience to prepare global business leaders through a portfolio of niche programs that emphasize academic rigor, learning outcomes, and teaching excellence in both delivery and content.
School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) — SEAS strongly supports co-curricular activities to broaden and deepen its students’ overall educational programs. The school also offers a highly collaborative approach that enables students to cultivate expertise in laboratories and influence in government.
Milken Institute School of Public Health (GWSPH) — We advance population health, well-being, and social justice locally, nationally, and globally by applying public health knowledge to enhance policy, practice, and management; conducting rigorous, basic, applied, and translational research; and educating the next generation of public health leaders, policy makers, practitioners, scientists, advocates, and managers.
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GW Libraries and Academic InnovationGW LibrariesGW Libraries serve the research and learning goals of all undergraduate and graduate students and faculty of the university, regardless of department or major.
Highlights of GW Libraries:• 24-hour study in a wide variety of study
spaces at Gelman Library• PC & Mac computers, Colonial Printing,
and scanners• New digital media studio• Top Textbooks
Top Textbooks allows students to access all required textbooks for a select group of high-enrollment courses. Before you buy, check go.gwu.edu/TopTextbooks to see if your textbooks are available.
Libraries available to all GW students:• Gelman Library (Foggy Bottom campus)• Eckles Library (Mount Vernon campus)• Virginia Science and Technology
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Specialized Libraries (services tailored to specific disciplines):• Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library• Jacob Burns Law Library• Arthur D. Jenkins Library
Academic CommonsAcademic Commons is a one-stop shop for all academic services and resources available at GW. Visit academiccommons.gwu.edu or see us in person at the Ask Us Desk on the entrance floor of Gelman Library.
Study Spaces:See all of the study spaces available to you on all three of GW’s campuses and filter based on your favorite features at studyspaces.gwu.edu.
Writing Help:Dedicated attention to writing and research projects at all stages of the writing process is available through The Writing Center. Make an appointment (recommended) at writingcenter.gwu.edu.
Research Assistance:Personalized help in strategizing and finding resources for any project or paper is available by appointment at go.gwu.edu/consultations.
Workshops and Consultations:Free workshops and consultations are available in programming, coding, data organization, statistical analysis, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, and more at go.gwu.edu/libworkshops.
Tutoring and Review Sessions:Course-specific peer tutoring and review sessions are free for GW students through Academic Commons. Find your course and make an appointment at go.gwu.edu/tutoring.
Undergraduate Research:Get hands-on experience in your field of interest by participating in the undergraduate research opportunities available on researchcommons.gwu.edu.
Be sure to check out academiccommons.gwu.edu to learn about academic services and resources available throughout the university.
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Online Modules and Trainings for Incoming First-Year StudentsAlcoholEdu for College — facilitated by Health Promotion and EducationIn an effort to reduce negative alcohol-related consequences among GW students, Health Promotion and Education offers incoming first-year students AlcoholEdu for College. This online module covers alcohol and motivation, standard drink size, blood alcohol concentration, and key strategies
for those that choose to drink along with those that choose not to drink.
This training will be made available on July 20, 2020. A link will be emailed to students. For questions, please contact [email protected].
“Think About It” Sexual Assault Prevention Training and Workshops — facilitated by the Title IX OfficeThe Title IX Office provides resources, training, and reporting options to students, faculty, and staff to address concerns related to sexual harassment and sexual violence prohibited by both Title IX and related university policies. Each fall semester, all incoming undergraduate students are required to participate in an online and in-person sexual assault prevention program to be able to register for spring semester classes.
Steps to Complete: 1 Part 1 — “Think About It” is completed online (should be completed prior to the in-person workshop)
2 Part 2a — In-person workshop — takes place during Orientation. Link to sign up for a workshop available on the Haven website in late summer (July/August).
3 Part 2b — online (complete after the workshop)
For more information, please visit Title IX’s Haven website (haven.gwu.edu).
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Online Educational Module — facilitated by the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Community EngagementGW is committed to providing educational opportunities to students, staff, and faculty that challenge us to learn more about ourselves and others. As first-year students at GW, you have an amazing journey ahead of you filled with curiosity and exploration. While you will grow each semester as GW students, we want to provide you with a foundation in your first year that offers you language, tools, and resources to engage in thoughtful conversations about diversity, identity, equity, justice, and inclusion.
You will receive an email invitation from the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement in August to complete the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Online Educational Module. Every first-year student at GW is invited to participate in this experience, and we encourage you to connect your learning with your experiences inside and outside of the classroom.
We are eager for you to engage in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Online Educational Module, and welcome you to share any questions with the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement ([email protected] or 202-994-7297).
These modules and trainings are a requirement for all first-year students to complete in order to register for spring 2021 courses.
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Mandatory Health Immunization Form: DUE AUGUST 1ALL new students under the age of 26 must submit proof of immunizations as required by DC Code. Details are available at healthcenter.gwu.edu/immunizations. Visit the Colonial Health Center (CHC) patient portal at mychc.gwu.edu and follow the instructions below:
1 Access the patient portal and sign in with your GW email address ([email protected]) and password
2 Click on the “Medical Clearances” tab on the left side of the screen.
3 Under “Medical Clearances” click on the green “Update” button to upload a photo or scan of your immunization record. Please ensure that all documents are legible.
4 Click on each green “Update” button next to each type of immunization and enter in the dates of immunization. You must enter in all of your dates for the required immunizations in order for us to verify your record.
5 Once you have updated all of your immunization dates, a staff member at CHC will review your record. Please check back to see if your immunization clearance was satisfied or not.
For questions, please email [email protected] or call 202-994-5300 (option #3).
Student Health Insurance PlanIn alignment with the Affordable Care Act, the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) guarantees that you can obtain necessary treatment if you develop a serious illness or injury. Domestic undergraduates, international students with a J1 or F1 Visa, on-campus health sciences, and on-campus nursing students will be automatically enrolled in SHIP. Detailed iInformation about the 2020–2021 academic year (August–August) plan, including waiver requirements and waiver steps, will be shared over the summer months via email. The waiver period is August 1–September 30.
For questions about SHIP, visit the Colonial Health Center Website at healthcenter.gwu.edu or email [email protected].
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Colonial Health CenterGW’s Colonial Health Center (CHC) provides multidisciplinary, integrated, student-centered services in a safe, accessible, culturally inclusive, and supportive environment. The CHC seeks to promote healthy lifestyle choices and to holistically support the physical and emotional well-being of students in order to achieve academic success.
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)Our counselors provide an environment for students to overcome challenges and difficulties that may interfere with academic, emotional, and personal success. Counseling services are free, confidential, and short-term. After an initial consultation, counselors and students work together to determine the best course of treatment to address individual mental health needs. Counselors utilize a multifaceted approach to provide various options for treatment through the Stepped Care Model (as shown below).
WALK-IN CONSULTATION
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Self-help resources
Short-term individual counseling
Group counseling
Accessing Services: Students can access CAPS for support by walking in to the CHC and requesting to speak with the next available counselor—no appointments necessary. Students and the walk-in counselor will determine if any of CAPS follow-up services would be a fit for the student’s individual needs.
On-Call Services We provide 24/7 counseling care and medical advice to students through an after-hours hotline. Students should call 202-994-5300. A mental health clinician and advice nurses are both available.
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Medical Services CHC’s medical providers are available to support students’ physical health and well-being. Staffed by a team of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, psychiatrists, and registered nurses, we offer primary care and urgent care visits.
Accessing Services: • Primary Care visits are usually available within 48 hours. Schedule an
appointment online via the medical portal at mychc.gwu.edu or by calling 202-994-5300.
• Urgent Care visits, intended for medical or health issues that require immediate attention when a timely Primary Care appointment is not available, are available on a first-come, first-served basis during clinic hours. Students should notify the receptionist upon arrival. Medical clinicians can be reached at 202-994-8951 during clinic hours.
Colonial Health Center LocationsFoggy Bottom Campus
Marvin Center – Ground Floor 800 21st St., NW, Washington, D.C. 20052
Phone: 202-994-5300 (24/7)
Mount Vernon CampusMerriweather Hall
2100 Foxhall Rd., NW, Washington, D.C. 20007Phone: 202-242-6120
Wellness Initiative – Raise Up GWTo be well at GW is to honor the dynamic process of change and growth that involves building resilience, persistence, and positivity in the face of challenges. Raise Up GW is our initiative dedicated to helping students engage in comprehensive well-being experiences across campus. We empower our students to actively engage in wellbeing activities that are supportive of holistic lifestyles. Through this initiative, students will gain an understanding of campus resources and learn how to help others in need.
Physical Emotional Environmental Financial
Cultural Social Intellectual Spiritual
Visit students.gwu.edu/wellbeing for more information about our Wellness Initiatives!
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Know the CodeBefore you become a GW community member, you’ll want to know what GW expects of you and what you can expect from GW. The Code of Academic Integrity and the Code of Student Conduct (both available at studentconduct.gwu.edu) provide the expectations for GW students' behavior both in class, out of class, and online.
I’m a good person, I promise. Why should I read the Codes?• Do you want to study abroad, work on campus, or be an elected student leader?
Those opportunities depend upon being in good standing with the Codes.• Know your rights. The Codes don’t just tell you what to do, they provide
information about your rights and options if you’re accused or if someone harms you.
• Whether you’re from the D.C. area or halfway around the world, GW will be a new culture with different expectations to learn about issues like marijuana, academic citations, and discrimination.
• You’re civically engaged and looking forward to protests in D.C. Read the Codes to learn how it applies to your conduct off-campus and how it supports your rights to free expression.
• You want to join the University Hearing Panel, a group of students trained to resolve the university’s most serious allegations. Read up before you apply.
What are the most important decisions I can make to stay in good standing?
• Avoid alcohol and other drug violations—the most common Code violations. If you’re under 21, alcohol use/possession is prohibited. Marijuana and other drugs are prohibited on campus.
• Be kind and inclusive. Enthusiastic disagreement and difference are an important part of civic engagement at GW. Disorderly conduct, harassment, and discriminatory misconduct are prohibited.
• Plan ahead. Most students who commit academic integrity violations didn’t plan to do that—they got behind and took a shortcut. Time management is a key skill in college and the Library and Academic Commons can help you improve.
• Talk to your professor. Not understanding class expectations for collaboration and citation is also a regular issue with academic integrity cases. If you’re not sure, ask your instructor.
What if I get in trouble anyway—should I just pack my bags?Almost certainly not. College is about learning academics and how to be a positively engaged citizen. Student Rights and Responsibilities will reach out, share the incident report, and help you understand your rights and options to respond. You can reach out to us anytime.studentconduct.gwu.edu | [email protected] | 202-994-6757
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Disability Support Services (DSS)Did you know in college that it is on YOU (the student) to disclose a disability in order to receive accommodations? Don’t worry—we’ve broken it down for you below.
What do you mean by disability?Maybe you had a Section 504 plan or IEP in high school? While that is usually indicative of a need to register with us, it is not a prerequisite. You could be someone with a physical, cognitive, mental, or chronic health impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. We must have documentation of an impairment to determine accommodations. Check the instructions below on the relevant documentation we need and on the DSS website disabilitysupport.gwu.edu/document-your-disability.
The determination of whether a student has a physical, cognitive, medical, or mental health impairment that substantially limits a major life activity (and therefore has a disability) must be made on a case-by-case basis. How do we do that? By examining the documentation you provide! Check the instructions below on the relevant documentation we need.
Okay, that’s me… Now what? I want to register with DSS.1. Submit a DSS Online Registration Form, which includes your supporting disability documentation, at disabilitysupport.gwu.edu/register-disability-support-services. Eligibility criteria for disability-related support services include the below. Please do not send us your Section 504 or IEP plan, as these do not count as verified documentation.
a. Recent verification of diagnosis prepared by a qualified professional that includes recommendations for reasonable accommodations.b. Documentation that is current and relevant, substantiates how the condition impacts the student in a postsecondary academic environment, and illustrates a connection between the impact of the disability and the requested accommodation.
2. You will be notified of your eligibility status and will receive a plan of approved accommodations by email (at your GW email address).
3. Once your registration is established, you must attend a session during Orientation to review DSS policies and procedures.
What does DSS do?
Assistive TechnologyAlternative Format Text MaterialsClassroom AccessHousing Accommodations
Interpreting ServicesLetters to ProfessorsNote-Taking TechnologyTest Accommodations
CONTACT DSS: Rome Hall, Suite 102 | 801 22nd St., NW | Washington, D.C. 20052Telephone: 202-994-8250 | Email: [email protected]
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Internet Access: Wireless internet access is available through your GW NetID and password. Networks are also available for certain guests. Find out more at it.gwu.edu/internet-access.
Equipment is available for wired internet in residence halls. Sign out the equipment through the IT Support Center at it.gwu.edu/support. Streaming devices (Apple TV, Playstation 4s, Roku devices, Nintendo Switches, and Xbox Ones) may connect to GW‘s wireless entertainment network. You may learn more about connecting your entertainment devices at it.gwu.edu/gw-play.
Email: GW uses GWMail for student email accounts. GWMail features enhanced storage capabilities and access to GWCalendar. Visit it.gwu.edu/email-calendar to learn more.
Printing: Colonial Printing is a wireless printing service enabling you to print from anywhere on or off campus, and even from your smartphone or tablet. A print credit is allocated to each enrolled GW student at the beginning of the academic year to make printing affordable. Learn more at printing.gwu.edu.
Support: GW Information Technology (GW IT) offers several options for technology support, making it easy to get the help you need when you need it most.Visit it.gwu.edu/support for walk-in hours, phone number, and email contact. Submit an online ticket at go.gwu.edu/itrequest.
Academic Software and Technology: Software packages like Microsoft Office 365, SAS (Statistical Analysis System), Adobe Creative Cloud applications, and communications apps are available to all GW students through GW IT. Learn more
at it.gwu.edu/software. Some software is made available by your school. Learn where to access these applications at go.gwu.edu/academicsoftware.
Digital media equipment, including digital video and audio recorders, is available to all GW students, regardless of school affiliation. Learn more at acadtech.gwu.edu/equipment.
Computer Labs: Computer labs, often with specialized software and higher computing power are available to all GW students in Gelman Library, Eckles Library, and some academic buildings. Learn more at go.gwu.edu/academicsoftware.
Specialized digital media computers, a video production studio, interactive experience area, and more are available to all GW students in the Gelman Library digital media studio. Equipment such as cameras and recorders are available for check out. Staff are available to assist.
GW students in need of a laptop can request one for up to one full semester on a first come, first served basis at go.gwu.edu/laptops.
Streaming Cable TV and HBO Go: GW students living in on-campus housing can watch and record live high-definition TV. You can access streaming services from a variety of devices. Learn more at it.gwu.edu/tv.
Technology Purchase RecommendationsGW provides minimum hardware specifications as suggestions when you are considering purchasing a device for your time at the university. Learn more at go.gwu.edu/GWtech.
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Academic Commons [email protected]
- One-stop to access all of GW’s academic services- Peer tutoring and course reviews- Writing and research help- Workshops - Guide to GW study spaces
The CARE Network students.gwu.edu/[email protected]
Are you or someone you know in need of some support? The CARE Network is an online form that you can submit to get connected to support resources on campus. Students are connected through inter-departmental collaboration to provide them with appropriate and personalized outreach.
Campus Advisories [email protected]
- Incident-related and non-incident-related information to the GW community- Real-time information on current GW alerts, weather, and Metro status
Campus Living and Residential Education
- Residence halls- Move-in and out- Housing on- and off-campus (fall, spring, and summer) - Policies (such as housing exemptions or housing accommodations)- Residential engagement opportunities
Center for Career Services [email protected]
Student EmploymentWebsite: [email protected]
- Finding Federal Work Study (FWS) and non-FWS student positions- Student employee hiring, on-the-job requirements & assistance, and pay information - Major and career exploration - Self-assessment and career coaching
Colonial Health Center healthcenter.gwu.eduPhone: 202-994-5300 (24/7)
- Medical, psychiatry, counseling, and psychological services- 24/7 Counselor On Call- Student health insurance- Required immunizations- Self-help resource library
Disability Support Services [email protected]
- Register for accommodations- Learn more about types of accommodations available
Division of Safety and Security safety.gwu.eduHealth and Safety (202) 994-4347Emergency Mgmt (202) 994-4936
- Residence hall safety and security- Health and emergency management safety- GW Police- Office of Advocacy & Support
GW Campus Bookstore gwshops.com - Books- Apparel and accessories- Gifts and collectibles- Supplies- Technology
GW Dining [email protected]
- Locations to eat on or around campus with a GWorld card- Special events or discounts- Contact for assistance if you have special dietary restrictions or needs
GW Information Technology [email protected]
- Email and calendar- Software- Internet connectivity- IT security- Martha: GWs self help knowledgebase and artificial intelligence agent
GW Libraries [email protected]@gwu.edu
- 24-hour study at Gelman Library (Foggy Bottom)- Comfortable, light-filled study at Eckles Library (Mount Vernon) - Computers & printers- Research help- New digital media studio
GWorld Card Office [email protected]
- Replace a lost GWorld card- Questions about reloading money, accessing funds, and general card use- Trouble with tap access to academic or other campus buildings
GW Police Department safety.gwu.edu/policeEmergency: (202) 994-6111Non-Emergency: (202) 994-6110
- Provides residential hall security and patrol services to the Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon campuses
- Coordinates safety and security for a variety of on-campus special events- Provides crime prevention education to the GW community- Crime prevention education
International Services Office [email protected]
- Questions about documents and forms (I-20, F and J Visas, etc.)- Programming opportunities to connect with other international students - Primary point of contact for administrative and programming for the
GW international community (serving both incoming and current undergraduate and graduate students).
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Campus ResourcesResource Name Contact Information Reasons You Might Use This Resource
Lerner Health and Wellness Center
Available to faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community affiliates featuring:- Cardio and strength training equipment- Two large gymnasia with a suspended track and four courts for drop-in and
scheduled events- Large multipurpose room for group fitness and dance- Three-lane lap pool- Two racquetball courts- One multipurpose court- Locker rooms and rental equipment
Multicultural Student Services Center
- Learn more about communities and identities- Signature events- Training- LGBTQIA resource center
Office of Advocacy & Support safety.gwu.edu/[email protected]
- Information about rights- Space to discuss and process feelings and reactions in confidence- Support to individuals who have been victimized- Reporting options (on and off campus)
Office for Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement
- Education and learning opportunities - Campus climate- Diversity Summit- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Online Educational Module
Office of Student Financial Assistance
- Financial aid packaging- Information about types of financial assistance available- Financial literacy resources
Office of the Registrar [email protected]
- Scheduling- DegreeMAP- Registration- Transcripts and certifications- Transfer credits, internal transfer- Graduation- Resources and forms
Office of Student Rights & Responsibilities
- Understand your rights and options in the Codes of Academic Integrity and Student Conduct- Seek conflict management resources and support- Report a policy violation, including discriminatory misconduct- Become a member of the University Hearing Panel
Student Accounts Office [email protected] user access: studentaccounts.gwu.edu/authorized-user-access
- Tuition and fees- Understanding and paying your bill- Payment plans and methods- Awards and benefits- Refunds- Forms and resources- Tuition Insurance
Speech and Hearing Center speechhearing.columbian.gwu.edu/[email protected]
- The Center provides a full range of speech, language and hearing services and offers discounts to GW family, students, and staff members
- Comprehensive assessment, treatments and home programs are availableVisit the website for a full list of services.
Student Financial and Registration Services
- Hub for student financial and registration services- Questions about financial aid, registration, and billingLocated in Marvin Center, Ground Floor
Title IX - Haven haven.gwu.edu/gw-policies-title-ix24/7 Sexual Assault Response and Consultation (SARC): 202-994-7222
- GW policies and Title IX- Prevention and training- Reporting and resources
Make a Plan to VoteMake your voice heard by creating a plan for voting during your time at GW. If you are an out-of-state student, decide if you plan to register in your home state or in the District of Columbia. GW students can sign up to receive election reminders, register to vote, and apply for their absentee ballot at gwu.turbovote.org. TurboVote makes sure students always know when elections are happening and have the information they need to vote with confidence.
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GW Jargon#OnlyatGW A phrase used by GW students, faculty, and staff to describe events that one can only experience at GW, such as attending an event with Joe
Biden or Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor
Academic Advisor An advisor assigned by an academic school who can answer questions and provide guidance about academic requirements
Academic Commons A one-stop shop for all academic services and resources at GW, including free tutoring, course review sessions, and writing help
Add/Drop A period of time after registration when students can change their course schedules online
BanWeb or GWeb GW‘s online system that holds students' academic, financial, and employment records
Blackboard GW‘s online software used by professors to organize classes, syllabi, assignments, grades, and discussions
Blue Light There are 39 blue light phones across campus, which enable people to reach the GW police in case of an emergency
Buff & Blue GW‘s official school colors
CAPS Counseling and Psychological Services; part of the Colonial Health Center that offers free, short-term mental health services
Campus Advisories Maintained by Health & Emergency Management Safety; Campus Advisories is the university's primary website used for communicating incident-related and nonincident-related information to the GW community. We also provide real-time information on current GW alerts, weather, and Metro status
CCAS or Columbian Columbian College of Arts and Sciences
CHC Colonial Health Center, GW‘s on-campus medical facility
Colonials GW's official mascot is George and Colonials is the moniker.
CSAD or Corcoran Corcoran School of the Arts and Design, which is housed within the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences
Credit Hours The amount of course credits that a student is enrolled in. To be full-time, students must register for at least 12 and a maximum of 18 (exceptions do exist)
CRN Course Registration Number; A six-digit number used to register for a class online
Dean’s Seminar A small seminar course offered exclusively to first-year students in Columbian on topics of interest to professors
Discussion/Reflection Usually a 50-minute class meeting run by the class TA(s) to help reinforce the material discussed during lecture that week
District District House; Residence hall for upperclassmen that is located above a food court. It also houses The Store
DSS Disability Support Services
Eckles Eckles Library; GW's Mount Vernon campus Library
EMeRG GW Emergency Medical Response Group is a student run and operated volunteer EMS agency providing quality, professional care when you need it most around the greater Foggy Bottom community and GW Mount Vernon campus
Elliott or ESIA Elliott School of International Affairs
FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid; Application filled out by students to apply for financial aid
Fight Song The official song of GW that is sung at every major sporting event
First-Gen First-generation college students; students whose parents or guardians did not complete a four-year degree
FixIt GW‘s online maintenance portal where students, staff, and faculty members can submit maintenance issues
FWS Federal Work-Study Program; a federally-funded work program that allows students who qualify to earn money while working at a pre-approved organization: GW departments, local nonprofits, government agencies, and community service employers
Gelbucks Starbucks located underneath Gelman Library
Gelman Gelman Library; GW's Foggy Bottom campus Library
GPAC General education requirements for Columbian (CCAS) students
GWID 8-digit student ID number
GWorld GWorld Card; student ID that is used to tap into residence halls and pay for meals, laundry, printing, and other items
GWSB GW School of Business
HelWell Lerner Health and Wellness Center; GW‘s on-campus fitness center with a variety of cardio and strength training equipment, including two large gymnasia and four courts for drop-in recreation and scheduled events including basketball, volleyball, and Intramural Sports. There is a larger multipurpose room for group fitness, dance, and sport conditioning, as well as, a three-lane lap pool, two racquetball courts, full locker rooms and an equipment rental desk.
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Hilltern A student with an internship on Capitol Hill
Hippo GW’s unofficial mascot
HPE Health Promotion and Education; offers health education and wellness activities
Kogan Plaza GW’s center of campus
Learning Assistant A Learning Assistant (LA) is an undergraduate student who works closely with the instructor of a course to run small group sessions in class and review sessions outside of class. They differ from TAs in that they don’t share grading responsibility
Marvin Center Student center that contains student organization meeting space, administrative offices, the CHC, the Campus Store, study rooms, and a dining option
Milken or GWSPH or Public Health
Milken Institute School of Public Health
MSSC Multicultural Student Services Center; an integral part of the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement in the Office of the Provost, the MSSC offers students a welcoming and inclusive environment through its physical space on G Street and as community builders across campus
MWF and TR Indicate when a class meets during the week:MWF = Monday, Wednesday, FridayTR = Tuesday, Thursday
NetID First part of your GW email ([email protected])
Office Hours Times when professors are free for students to come in and discuss materials in class that were unclear or to talk. A great time to build connections with professors
Prerequisite Classes required to be taken before you can take a corresponding upper-level class
Provost The senior academic officer of a university who oversees all academic policies and curriculum-related matters
Raise High! GW's rally cry that unites and encourages all students, alumni, faculty, and staff to strive for excellence
Raise Up A University-wide initiative dedicated to helping students engage in comprehensive well-being experiences across campus
Registrar The university official responsible for registering students and keeping their academic records
RTF-EZ form Registration Transaction Form; A form that students can fill and have signed by a professor and an advisor to register for a class that is full
SA Student Association; GW’s student government
Safe Ride Provides a free and safe ride to/from locations on/near the Foggy Bottom campus during late night hours for students who prefer to not walk alone
SEAS School of Engineering and Applied Science
SEH Science and Engineering Hall; Contains labs, offices for STEM departments and professors, and study spaces
SFRS Student Financial & Registration Services and Student Services Hub; GW's customer service organization bringing together the offices of Student Financial Assistance, Student Accounts, and Registrar in a friendly, centralized, service-culture setting. Located on the Ground Floor of the Marvin Center, the Student Services Hub provides a personalized experience for students looking for service support in person
SHIP Student Health Insurance Plan; required for ALL undergraduate, medical, on-campus nursing, on-campus Health Science, and ALL international students holding a J1 or F1 visa unless they have comparable health insurance and waive out of the program
SMPA School of Media and Public Affairs, which is housed within CCAS
The Store A student-run food pantry at GW managed by the Store student organization and the Office for Student Life, providing resources and support for students living with food insecurity
Syllabus A packet given to students during the first week of classes that contains general expectations, important dates, required materials, grading criteria, office hours, contact information, and other important information
TA/ULA Teaching Assistant or Undergraduate Learning Assistant; Graduate or undergraduate students who help professors with grading and teaching and hold their own office hours to help answer student questions
U-Yard University Yard; GW’s quad on Foggy Bottom
UW University Writing; Introductory writing course required for all first-year students on the Mount Vernon campus
The Vern The Mount Vernon campus; GW's second campus located in D.C.’s Foxhall neighborhood. The Vern houses about 1/3 of the first-year population.
The Vex The Mount Vernon Express; the shuttle that goes between the Mount Vernon and Foggy Bottom campuses
Waitlist A virtual list offered at a professor's discretion of students waiting to register for a full class. If a spot becomes available, students have 24 hours to accept the spot before it’s offered to the next person on the list.
GW Jargon
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