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These periodic updates are sent from the Dean of Students Office to all student staff in the Student Affairs Division, along with other student leaders. They offer an at-a-glance look at what the Division of Student Affairs is up to during the semester. 

January 23, 2024 Update

January 23, 2024

1. Upcoming events:
  • Maroon Mayhem is Back! This Friday, Jan 26 at both the Women's and Men's Basketball games, come out for a free limited edition t-shirt and Grizz socks! In the Fieldhouse at 6pm and 8pm, Free throw competition during half-time!
  • First Pause for Paws of the semester is on Wed, Jan 24 at 11:45am in the Rotunda. Stop by for therapy dogs!
2. Reminder: If you need to request accommodation to fully participate in religious observances this semester, please remember to write that request to your professors (individually!) no later than 5pm on Wed, January 31. If you have questions, please consult with Chaplain Dave Wright (dwright@pugetsound.edu) as soon as possible. 
 
3. Do you have an event or announcement to promote to all students? You can submit to the weekly Logger Student Happenings newsletter, which goes out on Mondays to the full student body.
 
4. Involvement opportunities:

  • Informal fraternity and sorority recruitment will be taking place in late January/early February. This is a great opportunity to explore the option of fraternity or sorority membership in a laid back setting. Follow Interfraternity Council (@pugetsound_ifc) and Panhellenic (@ups_panhellenic) on Instagram for more information. Details will also be posted on the Greek Life page on our website as they are announced.

  • Res Life Student Leader applications are due at 11:59pm on Monday, January 29. Visit this link to apply.

  • Last chance to apply to be a Passages Leader! Click here to apply. New leaders are required to interview and enroll in STAF 102 Leadership Foundations this spring. The new leader team is shaping up to be an awesome group. We hope you'll consider becoming a Passages leader and helping shape the welcome new students receive as they become Loggers. Returning leader applications are also live. Returners must apply by Feb 1 for the best chance at getting to lead their preferred IEs. Returning Passages leaders can apply here. Returners do not need to interview or take the STAF 102 course.

5. Don't forget about the Master Plan Campus Open Session this Thursday, Jan 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Wheelock Student Center Rotunda. More details can be found in the reminder email you received earlier today from Kim Kvaal, Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer.

 

October 23, 2023

1. TODAY - Presentation by Professor Brad Dillman - The War in Gaza and Israel: Implications for US Policy in the Middle East. October 23 from 5-6pm in Murray Boardroom. Open to all campus members, refreshments provided. 

2. The Puget Sound Board of Trustees are on campus this week, and they will hold an open business meeting on Friday, Oct 27 from 1-2:30pm in the Thomas Hall Tahoma Room which is open to the full campus community. You are welcome and encouraged to attend.

3. Spooky events coming up: 

- Oct. 24: Cultural Appropriation Prevention Seminar 6-7 pm in the Tahoma Room. Desserts will be provided!
October 31: Haunted Wheelock! Wheelock Town has been haunted. Come navigate your way through the apotho-scary, Wheelock Town pumpkin patch, the haunted school house, and more.  Dress the part in your culturally aware Halloween costume and come get your treat (or tricks) throughout Wheelock Town. Visiting the haunted town is possible during the limited time of 2-4 p.m. on October 31, but throughout Wheelock on October 31 you may find Halloween-themed rubber duckies. Find one and return it to the swamp by the haunted school house/Dean of Students Office (Wheelock 208) to win a prize. Don’t forget to trick or treat at President Crawford’s house after visiting Wheelock Town.

4. Cheer on our Logger athletes at these upcoming home games:

- Thurs Oct 26: 4pm - Men's Tennis vs. Bellevue
- Fri Oct 27: 7pm - Women's Volleyball vs. Whitworth
- Sat Oct 28: 12pm - Women's Soccer vs. George Fox, 2:30pm - Men's Soccer vs. George Fox, 6pm - Women's Volleyball vs. Whitman
- Sun Oct 29: 12pm - Women's Soccer vs. Pacific U, 2:30pm - Men's Soccer vs. Pacific U

5. It's Logger Arts Week! Check out the flyer attached for all of the wonderful ways you can experience the arts on campus this week.

P.S. Registration for spring classes is November 6-10. If you have questions on what you should be registering for, reach out to your academic advisor. If you have logistical questions about class registration, email registrar@pugetsound.edu.

September 19, 2023

1. Opportunity to take part in University photography: Capture the spirit of the University of Puget Sound! Register today to participate in ongoing photoshoots and showcase your school pride. Join us in creating a vibrant collection of images that represent our diverse student body. Sign up to become a part of our collective story.

2. Don't forget the all-campus lockdown drill taking place tomorrow, Sept 20 at 10:45am. Important campus communications will go out via cell - please review and update your cell phone number through the portal at https://my.pugetsound.edu/ by selecting My Information → Personal Information and making the necessary changes.

3. Tomorrow - Come pet therapy dogs at Pause for Paws in the Wheelock Rotunda from 11:45am-1:15pm on Wednesday Sept 20, brought to you by Student Involvement & Programs!

4. Other great events hosted by Student Involvement & Programs coming up this week. No RSVP required! 

  • National Voter Registration Celebration - Thurs 9/21 from 5-6pm in the Rotunda (featuring free swag and refreshments) 
  • Drag show planning team meeting - Thurs 9/21 from 4-5pm in Wheelock 201 - all are welcome
  • Lego free build - Thurs 9/21 from 6:30-8:30pm in Murray Boardroom - relieve stress by building with Legos
  • Painting with Bob Ross event - Thurs 9/21 at 8:00pm in the Den (Wheelock basement)

5. Upcoming School of Music events:

  • Jabcobsen Series: An Evening of Chamber Music for Strings - Sept 22 at 7:30pm. Tickets here.
  • Collage: 13th Annual Faculty & Student Music Showcase - Sept 29 at 7:30pm. Tickets here.

September 1, 2023

  1. Take a moment to make sure your emergency contact information is updated in our records, as well as your pronouns and preferred name. Navigate to myPugetSound > My Information > Personal Information, and select the Emergency Contacts tab to ensure the university has accurate emergency information for you. Select the Personal Details tab to update your pronouns and preferred name.

  2. First Donuts with the Dean of the year is Wednesday, Sept. 6 from 9-10 a.m.. Stop by Wheelock Lobby on your way to class for free coffee, hot chocolate, and donuts.

  3. Join us tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 2 at 1 p.m. to watch the football team face off against Lewis & Clark college! Bring your Logger ID for free admission to the game. Weather will be beautiful!

  4. There is a new, free telehealth program this year for students. Uwill offers free immediate access to teletherapy, a direct crisis connection, and wellness programming through its easy to use online platform. To schedule teletherapy, create a profile with Uwill using your @pugetsound.edu email address. Uwill also offers a direct crisis connection. If  you are experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available 24/7/365. Call 833.646.1526.

  5. Don't miss Are You Smarter than a Dean from noon-1 p.m. in Marshall Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 13. Watch Student Affairs staff face off in a trivia battle with students and see who comes out on top.

  6. Don't miss an important fundraiser organized by APISC and Hawaii Club. I'm pleased to be able to pass along their message about the fundraiser:

    Last month, Maui was devastated by wildfires, leaving many locals with just the clothes on their backs. On the news and on the ground, we can see an island rich with history and culture now suffering from the effects of colonization and destructive tourism. Come by the Wheelock student center on Friday, Sept. 15, from 3-7 p.m. to support Maui by purchasing scrunchies, wrist lanyards, and musubi. All proceeds will go to the Hawaii Community Foundation, supporting the 34 organizations working on rebuilding efforts.