The Record Happenings

Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024

Black Rep launches 47th season

The Black Rep, founded by Ron Himes, the Henry E. Hampton Jr. Artist-in-Residence in Arts & Sciences, has kicked off its 47th season with “Hold On.” The world premiere drama, by British playwright Paul Webb, is based on his original screenplay for the Oscar-nominated film “Selma.” “Hold On” continues through Jan. 28 in Edison Theatre in the Mallinckrodt Center.

Upcoming events

JAN

‘The Business of Design’

4:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18

Sam Fox School alum and design thought leader Doug Powell will give a talk on design practice, diversity in the field and design transformation. Steinberg Hall Auditorium.

JAN

‘The Seminarian’ book club kickoff

12:30–2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19

The School of Medicine will host a monthly book club exploring and discussing Patrick Parr’s book, “The Seminarian: Martin Luther King Jr. Comes of Age,” launching during its MLK Week Commemoration. Cori Auditorium, Medical Campus.

JAN

Public scholarship workshop

Noon–1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24

The Program in Public Scholarship will offer a workshop covering the basics of public scholarship, such as understanding how to pitch, work with editors and meet deadlines. RSVP to attend. Eads Hall, Room 217.

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‘AI and Innovation in Health Care’ symposium

8–11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 25

Olin Business School’s fifth annual health-care symposium will feature health-care industry leaders discussing how the field is embracing artificial intelligence, from diagnosis to reducing costs. The event will take place in Knight Hall’s Emerson Auditorium.

Looking ahead

JAN

‘Innovation Activation: The Why of You’ with Ellie Scott

4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25

JAN

WashU Maker Resource Fair

2–5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26

JAN

Needleman Center symposium

9 a.m.–1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30

Exhibits and ongoing events

Engage Democracy 2024 launches

Join the Gephardt Institute, WashU Votes and WashU Graduate and Professional Votes for a series connecting students, faculty and staff with election-related events. The series focuses on voter education and building a culture of civic and community engagement throughout the university.

FEB

Save the Date

Love Data Week events

Monday, Feb. 12– Friday, Feb. 16