Reshoring drug production
The COVID-19 pandemic opened our eyes to the fragility of our pharmaceutical supply chain. Olin research provides a path forward to secure it.
More than a medal
The Center for the Humanities’ biennial International Humanities Prize, which was awarded to Alison Bechdel in 2022, builds community and celebrates excellence in the world of arts and letters.
Shining a light on Black women physicians
From the Civil War to the 21st century, Black women have fought to become physicians. A new book by Jasmine Brown, AB ’18, tells the story of the barriers Black women pursuing a career in medicine have faced throughout history.
Advocating through stories
From WashU to GWU, Imani Cheers has documented the stories of the disenfranchised. Now she’s teaching others to do the same.
Writing the next chapter
To earn a bachelor’s degree from Washington University, students must complete at least 120 units of coursework. That number, however, does not capture the full measure of a WashU education. Many students devote just as much time and energy to clubs, sports and volunteering as they do to their academic pursuits. Through co-curricular activities, students build […]
How your mind plays tricks on you
In the seminar “Cognitive Illusions,” students in psychological and brain sciences examine the causes and consequences of errors in thinking.
Celebrating 170 years, noting many sevens
In February 1853, the institution that became Washington University came into existence. Discover a sampling of moments from WashU’s 170-year history in which the number seven plays a starring or supporting role.