Cornerstone:
The Center for Advanced Learning
Our Mission
- Helping to ensure that all WU undergraduates succeed and persist to graduation in their chosen fields
- Enriching and supporting the individual student’s educational experience
- Offering active and collaborative learning opportunities to help students make the transition to college
- Helping students master class materials in foundational courses and prepare for advanced courses and major-related courses
Academic Mentoring 
- Mentor-led study groups, workshops, and help sessions for designated courses
- One-on-one academic mentoring and coaching
- Time-management and study skills instruction
- Evening help-desks and residential hall-based peer mentors in writing, calculus, chemistry; and more.
Disability Resources
The University’s official source for students with disabilities or suspected disabilities. If you have received accommodations in the past or have any physical or learning or attention disorder, you may request accommodations and services to ensure equal access in the classroom.
Trio
Trio is a federally-funded program administered by Cornerstone offering academic support, financial aid, assistance in preparing for graduate school admissions examinations, and student leadership training programs. In addition, cultural programs, summer internship assistance, and personal relationships with students are part of Washington University’s commitment to the TRIO Program. Eligible students include those who meet one or more of the following requirements:
- First-generation college students
- Students from low income families (based on federal guidelines)
- Students who have a documented disability
The Cornerstone Technology Lab
Cornerstone also houses a Technology Lab with PC and Macintosh workstations, a printer, specialized software, tech support, and quiet, comfortable study spaces that also include wireless connections for laptop use.
Fall 2009: Important Forms
Disability Resources Student Registration and Exam Form
Upcoming Events & Opportunities
January Intensive Program in Chemistry and Calculus
Apply by 11/23!
Incoming Freshmen Initiatives
Mastery Peer-Led Team Learning (MPLTL) Fall 2009
Opportunities for Health Science Majors
2009-2010 MCAT Preparation Course
2009-2010
Pre-Health Personal Statement Workshops