The Record: Happenings
Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025
Sam Fox School fall Public Lecture Series begins next weekArchitecture critic and theorist Aaron Betsky, conceptual artist Mark Dion and prominent collector Komal Shah will discuss their work this fall for the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts. The series kicks off with Betsky at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, in Weil Hall’s Kuehner Court. |
Upcoming events
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SEP 8 |
WashU and Cinema St. Louis launch ‘Art House Cinema’ series7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8 Hi-Pointe Theatre The series, “Art House Cinema, 1945-2000,” is inspired by Todd Decker’s survey course “Art House Movie Music.” The screenings of classic international films include Ingmar Bergman’s “The Seventh Seal” next week. |
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SEP 9 |
Universitywide blood driveTuesday, Sept. 9– Wednesday, Sept. 10 Umrath Hall Lounge The Campus Y will host a blood drive from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, and Wednesday, Sept. 10. Students are encouraged to volunteer for a one-hour shift in support of the drive. |
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SEP 9 |
College search and financial aid webinarNoon Tuesday, Sept. 9 Virtual The Admissions and Aid team will share knowledge and insight about navigating the college admissions and financial aid process, both nationally and at WashU. This online session is exclusively for WashU faculty and staff. |
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Kasimu Taylor Quartet to launch WashU Jazz Series7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8 Veteran St. Louis trumpeter Kasimu Taylor will launch the fall Jazz Series with a performance at the 560 Music Center’s Pillsbury Theatre. Other fall events range from the WashU Jazz Band Oct. 15 to the WashU holiday concert Dec. 6. |
Looking ahead
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SEP 11 |
‘Educating for Democracy’ panel7–9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11 |
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SEP 16 |
‘Developing All of America’s Children’ virtual discussion3–4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 16 |
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SEP 17 |
‘Know Your Rights’ symposium5:30–7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17 |
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Exhibits and ongoing events 'From Quarry to Quadrangle' exhibit continuesJoin WashU Libraries for an exhibit examining the building blocks of the Danforth Campus, including the Missouri red granite, Indiana limestone and St. Louis brick surrounding the university. The exhibit remains on display through Dec. 14 in Olin Library, Level 1. |
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