The East Loop and West Loop Special Business districts and Washington University have released the Delmar Loop Area Retail Plan & Development Strategy, the results of a study that found potential for retail growth in the Delmar Boulevard Loop area. The study was led by a steering committee of area property and business owners, residents, local government representatives and WUSTL administrators.

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In a move reflecting the wave of entrepreneurial activity happening in the region, an unprecedented three teams were selected to receive up to $50,000 each at the Olin Cup awards ceremony Feb. 1. The annual competition is sponsored by the Skandalaris Center for Entrepreneurial Studies.

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The same gene mutations linked to inherited, early-onset Alzheimer’s disease have been found in people with the more common late-onset form of the illness. The discovery by School of Medicine researchers may change the way Alzheimer’s disease is classified.

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As another presidential election year gets under way, defining and determining what makes a great leader is on the minds of many. A new, innovative course at the Olin Business School examines this question by allowing students to interact with top corporate leaders who exemplify integrity and excellence.

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Phillip Todd Chazen, a business development specialist in the Career Center at WUSTL, died Jan. 26. He was 37.

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6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3
“Wales, Land of Song.” Enjoy a tour of Wales with musicians, filmmakers and educators Monty and Marsha Brown. Sponsored by WUSTL Alumni Association. (Second show at 8:30 p.m.) Cost: $5 at the door. Lab Sciences Bldg., Room 300. For more information, contact kathy_lewis@wustl.edu or (314) 935-7378.
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Because of a collaborative staff retreat today involving Public Affairs and Medical Public Affairs employees, there will be no Record email on Monday, Feb. 6. The Record website, record.wustl.edu, will continue to be updated as needed. The Record email will return Tuesday, Feb. 7.
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The women’s soccer team is hosting a Kids’ Night Out fundraiser beginning at 6 p.m. tonight at the Athletic Complex. Children, grades K-5, are invited to enjoy a night of fun activities including swimming, basketball, soccer, board games, movies, arts and crafts and more. Cost is $15 for the first child and $12 for additional children. Reservations encouraged, but walk-ins welcome.
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