Author: Diane Toroian Keaggy

In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of 9/11, members of the Washington University College Republicans will plant 2,977 flags — one for each victim of the deadly attacks — on the Danforth Campus’ Mudd Field beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10.

In many respects, Washington University was lucky. The city was spared and, in the end, no student lost a close family member in the attacks. Still, students suffered.

The Office of the Provost has launched “Return and Reset,” a collection of programs and resources designed to help faculty navigate the new academic year.  Programming kicks off Sept. 15.

Two big changes are coming to Commencement at Washington University. The annual ceremony is moving from Brookings Quadrangle to historic Francis Olympic Field. And, starting next year, Commencement will be followed by a celebration featuring lawn games, live entertainment and food from St. Louis eateries.

Ariel Carpenter, director of student life and international services at Claremont Graduate University, has joined Washington University as interim director of the Office for International Students and Scholars, announced Mark Kamimura-Jimenez, associate vice chancellor and dean of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion. 

Junior Amanda Sherman visited the South 40 on the first day of school to ask Washington University’s newest students what they’ve learned about life on campus.

Nine alumni of Washington University earned Fulbright awards to conduct research or teach English this academic year. The program recognizes talented students who are committed to promoting global collaboration and understanding through research and teaching.

All Washington University in St. Louis faculty, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers and trainees are eligible for a free membership to the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity, a national leader in professional development, training and mentoring.

The 1,994 members of the Washington University in St. Louis Class of 2025 may still be new to one another, campus and St. Louis. And still, Convocation in Brookings Quadrangle on Saturday, Aug. 28, served as a homecoming.

Anna Gonzalez, vice chancellor for student affairs at Washington University in St. Louis, has announced new titles and roles for her leadership team.