The co-curriculum at Westminster College is a rich one. Student organizations that support your academic studies, service opportunities offered in and out of class, leadership opportunities, and internship experiences are only a few examples of all that is offered to enhance your education at Westminster. Your introduction to the co-curriculum is “The Next Chapter,” our summer reading program for all incoming first–year students. The summer reading is a collaborative effort of the Division of Student Affairs and the Inquiry Program, and it provides an enjoyable way for our students to continue to hone their critical thinking skills during the summer through the exploration of a selected literary work. This summer, you will be reading The Girls, a remarkable novel by noted author Lori Lansens. You also will be writing about and discussing The Girls during Fresh Start Orientation and in your Inquiry 111 class.

By August 1, a website maintained by College faculty members will be operational. Using this website, students may further explore the ideas included in the summer reading book. The website will also enable them to submit questions to faculty members about the book. Faculty will respond to students' inquiries during the first three weeks of August. This website address will be included in the mailings that students will receive over the summer.