Lohmann installed as the George Engelmann Professor of Botany
Lúcia Lohmann has been installed as the George Engelmann Professor of Botany at Washington University in St. Louis.
Global projects win seed funding
Eleven WashU research teams recently received Global Incubator Seed Grants to kick-start international projects.
WashU-sponsored Thursday Nights at the Museum celebrate St. Louis
Every week, the Missouri History Museum hosts free and family-friendly Thursday Nights at the Museum. Sponsored by WashU, the series explores the full array of life and culture in St. Louis through storytelling, panel discussions, film and performances.
WashU students challenge Missouri air pollution findings
Two students from Washington University in St. Louis’ Interdisciplinary Environmental Clinic recently took aim at the state’s arguments about who bears responsibility for harmful air pollution in the St. Louis region.
Roberts named fellow of American Mathematical Society
Rachel Roberts, a professor of mathematics at Washington University in St. Louis, has been named a fellow of the American Mathematical Society for 2026.
Seniors Abdelmoity, Karinshak were Rhodes Scholars finalists
Washington University in St. Louis seniors Omar Abdelmoity and Marilee Karinshak were finalists for the Rhodes Scholarship, one of the globe’s highest academic honors.
Brian Van Tine, professor of medicine, 53
Brian A. Van Tine, MD, PhD, a nationally recognized leader in sarcoma research at WashU Medicine, died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital following an acute illness. He was 53.
Knight installed as Bank of America Professor
Andrew Knight, an expert in organizational behavior at Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis, was recently installed as the Bank of America Professor.
WashU Medicine students treat patients at Pro Bono Health Clinic
The WashU Medicine Pro Bono Health Clinic offers free occupational therapy, physical therapy and medical services to uninsured community members in the St. Louis area.
Leahy honored for commitment to tax community
Angie L. Leahy, associate vice chancellor for finance and controller at WashU, is the recipient of the prestigious National Association of College and University Business Officers Tax Award.
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