The Record Happenings

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Metzler’s ‘Cry It Out’ in Hotchner Theatre April 18-21

The Performing Arts Department in Arts & Sciences will present “Cry It Out,” Molly Smith Metzler’s darkly comic exploration of class, friendship and motherhood, today through Sunday, April 21, in the A.E. Hotchner Studio Theatre in Mallinckrodt Center.

Upcoming events

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‘The war on Black birthing bodies’

4:30–6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18

WashU alumna Heather Skanes, MD, will lead a conversation about the historical and present harm that Black women face in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. Skanes earned her bachelor’s degree in 2010 from Arts & Sciences. Hillman Hall, Room 60.

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‘With heart and humor’ screening with alumna Julia Lindon

4 p.m. Friday, April 19

Attend a presentation by comedy writer Julia Lindon, a 2013 graduate of Arts & Sciences. Lindon has worked on the shows “Saturday Night Live,” “Ted Lasso,” “Survival of the Thickest” and “In the Know,” among others. Umrath Hall, Room 140.

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Virtual workshop on accuracy of AI-generated content

Noon Tuesday, April 23

Given the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) writing tools into the academic and research environments, it’s important to ensure such content’s accuracy and reliability. Faculty and students are invited to this comprehensive workshop to address hallucinations in large language models.

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Thurtene returns to campus — and its roots

Friday, April 19– Sunday, April 21

Thurtene Carnival organizers are infusing new life into WashU’s oldest tradition. This weekend’s fair, which takes place near Francis Olympic Field, will feature a reimagined stage, new attractions and a fresh take on favorite fair foods.

Looking ahead

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‘Eras of the Microbiome’ symposium

8 a.m. Thursday, April 25–5 p.m. Friday, April 26

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WashU Earth Day Festival, Medical Campus

10 a.m.–2 p.m. Thursday, April 25

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Diversity Perspectives: ‘The shared road to equality’

8:30–10 a.m. Friday, April 26

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Celebration of life for Philip Needleman, emeritus trustee

11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Sunday, April 28

Exhibits and ongoing events

‘Bend it Like Beckhoff’ exhibition explores illustrator’s work

The “Bend it Like Beckhoff” exhibition explores the work of illustrator Harry Beckhoff, who had a sly wit and was known for his expressive character silhouettes. The materials are part of WashU’s Walt Reed Illustration Archive. The exhibit remains on display in Olin Library, Level 1, through May 31.

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Save the Date

Commencement celebrations for affinity groups

Wednesday, May 8– Wednesday, May 15