The Record: Happenings
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Jones, Page to discuss policies that affect childrenAs the final event of her WashU residency, former St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones joins St. Louis County Executive Sam Page for a conversation reflecting on the opportunities and challenges of governing at the local level, from 4:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, April 29. |
Upcoming events
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APR 23 |
Public health study in Sao Paulo, BrazilNoon Thursday, April 23 Danforth University Center, Room 233 Distinguished visiting scholar Alex Antonio Florindo, from the University of Sao Paulo, will discuss the Inquerito de Saude de Sao Paulo, a physical activity and environment study in one of the largest urban population centers in the world. |
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APR 24 |
Short film showcase3–4:15 p.m. Friday, April 24 Brown Hall, Room 100 Join the Program in Film & Media Studies in Arts & Sciences for a screening of final student projects from “Film 2250: Making Movies I.” |
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MAY 8 |
Digital innovation conference9 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Friday, May 8 Ridgley Hall, Holmes Lounge Nearly two dozen faculty will discuss their research that incorporates innovative uses of data and technology. These brief presentations offer an ideal entry point for new transdisciplinary collaborations. |
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WashU Earth Day Festival10 a.m.–1 p.m. Thursday, April 23 Learn about sustainability initiatives and meet representatives from local and regional sustainable organizations. The festival features free bike tuneups, tree giveaways and “build your own” gift bags with supplies from the Circularity Center, on the WashU Medical Campus in the McDonnell Pediatrics Building Atrium. |
Looking ahead
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APR 30 |
Lilianna Solnica-Krezel Lectureship: ‘How we are shaped’4 p.m. Thursday, April 30 |
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MAY 5 |
McDonnell Academy Cabot-Zhang Lectureship: Xun Pang5–7 p.m. Tuesday, May 5 |
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MAY 6 |
‘Saving the cheetah to change the world’11 a.m. Wednesday, May 6 |
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Exhibits and ongoing events Commencement recognition events plannedIn addition to the universitywide Commencement Ceremony on May 15, many students are recognized at smaller events planned by their schools and affinity groups. These events have begun and continue through May 15. Visit the Commencement website for details. |
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