Dear Washington University Freshman Students,

Although you are a freshman in college, things you do NOW will affect your success when it's time to leave WU. Because of this, I offer some advice on how to get the job or attend the professional school you want after graduation:
There are lots of resources at WU that will help you succeed both academically and personally. Your residence hall mentors, your professors, your academic advisors, and all the other support staff at WU can help you and want you to be successful. Make sure you use your support network to the fullest, and enjoy your first year at WU!

For any other information, please contact the student resource center and you can take a related booklet here.

Dr. John Roses
Professor in WU
Roses@wu.edu

INTRODUCTION

1. GRADES ARE IMPORTANT. Employers and graduate programs use grades as a screening tool for interviews and applications. Get off to a strong start on your first year by working on your study skills.

2. IT'S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START PLANNING. Begin exploring your options for the future now. Visit the Natural Science Career Web at http://www.ns.wu.edu/acrc/careexploration/index.asp to learn more about career options. There will be many career events this semester.You can find the list at http://events.csp.wu.edu/

3. DEVELOP YOUR WRITING AND SPEAKING SKILLS. Good communication skills are the number one personal trait desired these days, according to the National Association of Collegiate Employers. The Writing Center (http://writing.wu.edu) can help you with writing assignments or even creating a PowerPoint presentation.

Dr. John Roses
Professor in WU

To: Roses@wu.edu
From: TS0330@wu.edu
Sub: Dr. Roses, where can I apply for scholarships?

Dear Dr. Roses,

As I was reading your writing, I thought that you would also be glad to help me with my financial situation. Right now, I desperately need scholarships to pay for my tuition, and I was wondering if you could direct me to where I can find and apply for the scholarships I need.

I greatly appreciate your advice. I want to study hard and later be able to give back what Washington University has given me.

Thank you very much.

Sincerely,
Tomas

Practice Quiz 83 | A1 – Beginner

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