Geophysicist Michael Wysession, PhD, is leading a team of scholars that is helping the nation’s top science agencies develop national standards for K-12 science education. The core disciplines covered by the new standards include engineering and Earth and planetary sciences, which have never before been a standard part of the K-12 curriculum.

Students and faculty in the Sam Fox School completed design-build projects at two urban locations under the auspices of CityStudioSTL, a new program offering community service and architectural outreach projects throughout the St. Louis area. On Oct. 19, visiting artist Theaster Gates Jr., who led one of the projects, will discuss his work in a public lecture.

University College in Arts & Sciences alumnae Rebecca Dirks (left) and Emily Hills chat during the fourth annual University College M.I.L.D. (Mosey In, Lie Down) celebration in Holmes Lounge Oct. 13. The event gives UCollege students, faculty, staff and alumni an opportunity to enjoy an evening of socializing, refreshments and live music.

The Department of Cell Biology and Physiology at the School of Medicine marks its 100th anniversary this month with a series of events, including lectures and a symposium featuring some of today’s most visionary scientific thinkers.

Nestlé Purina’s latest commercial for its Beneful dog food, aimed directly at canines by using high-frequency noises inaudible to humans, should serve to increase the bond owners feel with their pets, says marketing expert Carol Johanek, adjunct professor at Olin Business School.

10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18

Dept. of Jewish, Islamic, and Near Eastern Languages and Cultures Lecture

“Being an Iranian Woman Writer.” Discussion with Iranian author Shahrnush Parsipur. Co-sponsored by Comparative Literature Program. Free and open to the public. Busch Hall, Rm. 18. jinelc@artsci.wustl.edu or (314) 935-5110.

Celebrate Sustainability Week on both campuses

Both the Danforth and Medical Campus are celebrating Sustainability Week all this week. Events are scheduled to bring attention to the achievements and challenges for students, faculty and staff in working to instill sustainability principles in higher education institutions and their surrounding communities.

Amy Kweskin

University treasurer manages the funds that keep WUSTL running. FULL STORY

Football snaps losing streak

The football team snapped a three-game losing streak with a 24-20 win over the College of Wooster Oct. 15 at Francis Field. Senior Chris LaBarge had a fumble return for a touchdown, while younger brother Trevor LaBarge added two TDs in the win. WUSTL (3-3) closes out non-conference play at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at Oberlin College.