Author: Diane Toroian Keaggy

Live Near Your Work, Washington University in St. Louis’ employee housing assistance program, is increasing its annual budget, the number of neighborhoods where employees may buy a home and, in some cases, the size of forgivable loans. Employees may learn more about their options at housing summits set for May 3 and 8.

The Ethic of Service Award celebrated 15 years of civic engagement and service April 17. Founded during Washington University in St. Louis’ sesquicentennial year by Bob Virgil, dean emeritus of Olin Business School, and his wife, Gerry, the awards have honored some 100 members of the Washington University community.

On the eve of Washington University in St. Louis’ 157th Commencement, featuring renowned foreign policy expert Anne-Marie Slaughter, we look back at a decade of wise words from some of America’s greatest thinkers.

In honor of Arbor Day on Friday, April 27, Washington University in St. Louis is celebrating its four allées — tree-lined paths that shade walkways, clean our air and make walking on campus one of the great joys of working and studying at the university. 

Washington University in St. Louis will celebrate the graduation of the second cohort of its College Prep Program, a unique initiative that prepares low-income, first-generation students for college. Admitted to the three-year program in the aftermath of Ferguson, Cohort 2 comprises 34 high-achieving students poised to thrive in college and improve their communities.  

Thurtene Carnival, one of Washington University’s most time-honored traditions, runs Friday through Sunday, April 13-15, in its new location near Simon Hall and Sumers Recreation Center. Highlights include thrilling rides, student-constructed theaters and attractions, wacky food and entertaining performances.

Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton encourages others to support students through Our Washington, the faculty and staff component of Leading Together: The Campaign for Washington University.

After three years of preparation, the Washington University Police Department has been awarded full accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. The process required the department to meet 189 standards in crime prevention and control capabilities; management procedures; and service delivery.

Washington University faculty and staff are invited to participate in Relay For Life beginning the evening of Saturday, April 7, at Francis Field on the Danforth Campus. The annual 12-hour student-run fundraiser for the American Cancer Society celebrates and honors members of the university and St. Louis communities affected by cancer.

Ishak Hossain, president of the Muslim Student Association, is used to being the only Muslim in the room. He knows his friends have questions. This week, he hopes to answer them and help students deepen their understanding of his religion with the annual Islam Awareness Week.