Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few frequently asked questions about the details of the Institute:
Where will I be living?
During the course of the Institute, students will be living in a residence hall on campus called Gebbie, which is one of the newest dorms on campus. During the academic year Gebbie is one of Wheaton≠s Special Interest/Living Learning Halls. Students should be prepared to live with a roommate of the same-sex. The dorms themselves will be co-ed. Rooms will have enough Internet connections for every student. The dorm has its own kitchen and lounge area. For a short virtual tour of Gebbie, go here and click on "Tour Residence Halls" in the upper right corner.
Can I bring a computer?
Laptops with wireless capabilities are strongly recommended but not required. Our library is equipped with enough computers for everyone. While Gebbie does not have wireless Internet, the library and other common buildings on campus do.
Can I bring a car?
Wheaton has plenty of free parking during the summer near the dorms.
Is there a gym?
Wheaton has both a fitness center and an athletic center. Our fitness center is equipped with an array of weight training equipment and cardio machines. The athletic center contains a nearly Olympic sized pool, indoor tennis courts and track, and an indoor basketball court.
Are meals provided in this program?
All meals are provided free of charge in one of Wheaton's dining areas. Students with special dietary needs should contact us ahead of time to make special arrangements.
What will our schedule be like?
The four weeks of the Institute are highly scheduled. Students will have class every morning from 9-12. Guest professors will lecture in the afternoons two or three times a week. Students will also work one-on-one with writing tutors during the afternoons. In the evenings several times a week there will be informal activities with the guest lecturers. Once or twice a week, students will visit local colleges and universities such as Brown and Yale to tour their graduate programs. Weekends are also full of trips, activities and lectures. Sundays are free for study or personal activities.
Will my stipend go towards paying for the Institute?
All expenses for the Institute are already paid at no expense to the student. Students will receive a $2,500 stipend that is theirs to use.
Have more questions? Email them to Lindsay Davignon at [silcs at wheatonma dot edu]