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Monday, Sept. 12, 2016

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University affirms commitment to free expression

Washington University is affirming its commitment to an open exchange of ideas by strongly endorsing a statement of principle regarding freedom of expression, as written by members of its faculty.

Evidence of Zika found in tears

Researchers have found that Zika virus can live in eyes and have identified genetic material from the virus in tears, according to a study from the School of Medicine. The research, in mice, helps explain why some Zika patients develop eye disease.

Brown School conference: ‘Grand Challenges’ for America

National experts, advocates and leading academics will gather at the Brown School Wednesday through Friday, Sept. 14-16, as part of a conference designed to hammer out constructive solutions to pressing social issues facing the country and the next administration.

Debate Insider: Michelle Purdy

In 2000, Michelle Purdy was Student Union president. Now an assistant professor of education in Arts & Sciences, she offers a glimpse into her behind-the-scenes debate experience.

Public Interest Law and Policy Speakers series begins today

The School of Law’s Public Interest Law & Policy Speakers series features an outstanding lineup. The series begins with Brenda Hollis, chief prosecutor at the Residual Special Court for Sierra Leone, at noon today in Anheuser-Busch Hall.

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Campus Announcements

Faculty featured on PBS/NOVA school special

Research by psychologists Henry L. “Roddy” Roediger and Mark McDaniel, of Arts & Sciences, will be featured in a PBS/NOVA documentary on “Schools of the Future,” premiering on PBS stations nationwide Wednesday, Sept. 14.

Presidential Debate Oct. 9, 2016. Visit debate.wustl.edu for more

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WashU in the News

Mountains are home to more species than scientists imagined

The Atlantic

Microsoft’s top lawyer becomes a civil rights crusader

MIT Technology Review

New biologic drug tackles hard-to-control asthma

Arizona Daily Sun | HealthDay

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