Tips for Class of 2025 jobseekers
The jobs outlook for new grads looks much more uncertain as federal layoffs, hiring freezes and new tariffs ripple across the economy. Still, WashU’s Norma Guerra Gaier said there are concrete steps graduating students can take today to stand out in this competitive job market.
Four students named Goldwater Scholars
WashU juniors Omar Abdelmoity, Cedric Bruges, Noah Kabbaj and Marilee Karinshak have received the Barry Goldwater Scholarship, a prestigious award that honors students who conduct research in the natural sciences, mathematics and engineering.
Cheluget wins Critical Language Scholarship
Daniel Cheluget, a junior in Arts & Sciences, has won a 2025 Critical Language Scholarship in Swahili from the U.S. Department of State.
Robaina named Gaither Junior Fellow
Andy Robaina, a senior studying mathematics and philosophy in Arts & Sciences, has been named a Gaither Junior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
Redefining leadership
WashU believes every person has a leading role to play in building a better world.
From brain science to basketball: WashU students engage and educate St. Louis children
Many WashU students volunteer with clubs committed to supporting St. Louis kids. Projects range from teaching hospital patients the science of slime to introducing elementary students to the joys of dance. All aim to get the next generation excited about learning.
WashU prepares for fall ’25 class registration in Workday
Most WashU students are gearing up to register for fall 2025 classes next week using a new student information system, Workday. Many have prepared already, but administrators say to expect some bumps in this first cycle.
Student selected for Clinton Award for Peace and Reconciliation
Riley Novak, a senior majoring in global studies and in Spanish in Arts & Sciences at WashU, has been named a recipient of the Hillary Rodham Clinton Award for Peace and Reconciliation at Queen’s University Belfast.
Simone Biles to give WashU’s 164th Commencement address
Simone Biles, widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes of all time, will deliver the May 12 Commencement address at Washington University in St. Louis, according to Chancellor Andrew D. Martin.
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