Student Success
Welcome!
Navigating the complexities of college simultaneous to balancing comprehensive wellness is a challenge. To ensure student success, Bryn Mawr has committed to effectively serve and support the whole student, both in and outside of the classroom, to find that balance. We want our students to thrive academically while also feeling fulfilled in all other aspects of their lives at and beyond the college. Through advising, programming, and mentorship, our student success team is dedicated to supporting them in their holistic journey.
Academic Information, Reminders, and Workshops
October 9: Last day to declare Cr/NC for full semester courses (5 p.m.).
October 10: Fall break begins.
October 19: Classes resume (8 am).
October 22: Haverford Tri-Co Philly student info session 4:30-5:30pm at Union 111.
October 23: First quarter (including PE) courses end.
October 23-24: Owls Fest Weekend
October 26: Second quarter (including PE) courses begin.
October 28: Online Tri-Co Philly student info session 7-8pm | Register here.
October 29: Bryn Mawr Tri-Co Philly student info session 4:30-5:30pm at Dalton 06.
October 30: Last day to add a second quarter courses.
November 1: Spring 2027 Tri-Co Philly application deadline.
November 2 - 13: Registration for Spring 2027.
November 2-5: Extended Class Dean drop-in hours for spring registration
November 4: Withdrawal deadline - Last day a student can withdraw from a Fall course.
November 6: Last day to drop a second quarter course.
November 13: Last day to declare Cr/NC for second quarter courses (5 p.m.).
November 25: Thanksgiving break begins after last class.
November 30: Classes resume (8 a.m.). Spring tuition bill posted.
The Tri-Co Philly Program is a semester-long program which connects Bryn Mawr and Tri-Co students, as a group, to the city. The Program will have four information sessions in October for our Spring 2027 program.
- October 22: Haverford Tri-Co Philly student info session 4:30-5:30pm at Union 111.
- October 28: Online Tri-Co Philly student info session 7-8pm | Register here.
- October 29: Bryn Mawr Tri-Co Philly student info session 4:30-5:30pm at Dalton 06.
- November 1: Spring 2027 Tri-Co Philly application deadline.
Bionic is open for spring registration November 2-13. Drop-in hours are available to assist you with your course selection and answer questions. Please check in when you arrive.
Class Dean Drop-In Hours for all class years (In Guild Hall)
- Monday, November 2: 2-4pm (all Class Deans available)
- Tuesday, November 3: 2-4pm (all Class Deans available)
- Wednesday, November 4: 2-4pm (all Class Deans available)
- Thursday, November 5: 2-4pm (all Class Deans available)
- Monday, November 9: 3-4pm (Dean MB)
- Tuesday, November 10: 3-4pm (Dean Fenimore)
- Wednesday, November 11: 3-4pm (Dean Giess)
- Thursday, November 12: 3-4pm (Dean Roberson-Hornsby)
Additional Hours for the Class of 2030 (In Guild Hall)
- Wednesday, November 4: 9-10am and 11am-12pm (Maggie Hernan)
- Friday, November 6: 9-10am and 11am-12pm (Maggie Hernan and Dean MB)
- Wednesday, November 11: 9-10am and 11am-12pm (Maggie Hernan)
- Friday, November 13: 10-11am (Maggie Hernan and Dean MB)
- Schedule an after hours advising meeting with Maggie
The following resources may be helpful as you plan your spring courses:
Registering for courses at Swarthmore or the University of Pennsylvania
The Class Deans hold drop-in hours in Guild from 3-4pm Monday through Thursday. If you need assistance please come to Guild to meet with a Class Dean!
Submit an Academic Alert
Faculty play a critical role in supporting student success, and early intervention can make a meaningful difference. If you notice a student experiencing persistent attendance concerns, struggling with coursework, performing poorly on assignments or exams, or showing other signs of academic difficulty, please submit an Academic Alert as soon as possible. Academic Alerts connect students with timely outreach from their class dean, resources, and support before challenges become barriers to their success. Your observations and prompt referrals are an essential part of helping students stay engaged, overcome obstacles, and thrive academically.
Meet the Class Deans
To contact a class dean, please call directly at their contact numbers listed below or contact the front desk of the Undergraduate Dean’s Office at 610-526-5375.
Meet Dean Horvath
Mary Beth Horvath
Associate Dean of the First-Year Experience
Drop-In Hours: Mon. 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Guild Lower Level
610-526-7332
Meet Dean Giess
Melissa Giess
Assistant Dean of the Sophomore Experience
Drop-In Hours: Wed. 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Guild Lower Level
610-526-5369
Meet Dean Roberson-Hornsby
Baru Roberson-Hornsby
Assistant Dean of the Junior Experience
Drop-In Hours: Thurs. 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Guild Lower Level
610-526-5381
Meet Dean Fenimore
Akirah Fenimore
Assistant Dean of the Senior Experience
Drop-In Hours: Tues. 3 - 4 p.m.
Location: Guild Lower Level
610-526-5368
For Faculty
The Student Success Office oversees the academic and personal well-being of undergraduates at the College. Faculty work with the Student Success Office on matters ranging from curriculum and registration to the problems encountered by individual students.