The Record

University comes together to support St. Louis region

As university researchers and physicians join the fight to halt COVID-19’s proliferation across the globe, our staff, students and doctors are working tirelessly to care for the St. Louis community we call home. 

Musical Postcards: ‘Love is Here to Stay’

Todd Decker and Kelly Daniel-Decker launched the Department of Music in Arts & Sciences’ new “Musical Postcards” video series. The series helps the department maintain its commitment to public performance during a time of social distancing.

Environmental analysis major launched

Arts & Sciences now offers a major in environmental analysis though the Environmental Studies program. It’s a response to the global demand for environmental experts who can think critically, communicate clearly and solve problems in collaboration with their communities.

Breast milk may help prevent sepsis in preemies

Researchers have found — in newborn mice — that a component of breast milk may help protect premature babies from developing life-threatening sepsis. The findings are published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Class explores intersection of law, race and design

Law and graphic design. Two disciplines one might not think are related. But a new class at the university is using concepts from each to help students wrestle with the challenges of race, place and inequality.