‘Let It Snow’
Undergraduate vocalists Zoe Levin and Izzy Williams join pianist Kara Mehrmann for an exclusive performance of a holiday classic.
Class Acts: David Frankel
David Frankel, who is studying computer science at the McKelvey School of Engineering and women, gender and sexuality studies in Arts & Sciences, is leveraging his studies to create technology that serves the social good. Frankel will be among the 360 students who will participate in the December degree candidate recognition ceremony Dec. 11 at the Athletic Complex.
A once-in-a lifetime opportunity
Washington University announces “Gateway to Success,” a $1 billion investment in financial aid and student support.
Olin, Poets & Quants announce business pitch competition
Aspiring entrepreneurs: Your business idea could be worth $50,000 in Olin Business School’s Big IdeaBounce, powered by Poets & Quants.
Senior Young was a Rhodes Scholar finalist
Washington University in St. Louis senior Kennedy Young was a finalist for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. She has devoted her years at Washington University to studying the history of mass incarceration and working directly with those in the prison system today.
Lembke launches a movement to help teens overwhelmed by social media
Washington University first-year student Emma Lembke didn’t need a Facebook whistleblower or neuroscience researchers to tell her social media messes with the adolescent brain. She lived it. And it led her to found Log Off.
Student featured on BBC climate special
Dakotah Jennifer, a senior majoring in English in Arts & Sciences, and a Danforth Scholar, was featured on the BBC’s “Global Climate Debate” news special, featuring leaders gathered in Glasgow, Scotland, for the United Nations’ recent COP26 climate change meeting.
University recognized for voter engagement
Washington University in St. Louis has received an award from Civic Nation’s “All In Campus Democracy Challenge,” recognizing its voter engagement efforts during the 2020 election.
Veteran Millar aims to serve veterans without homes
In 2008, Scott Millar joined the U.S. Army for the second time. Never mind that 18 years had passed since he last wore the uniform. The experience led Millar to the Brown School, where he is studying strategies to support veterans without housing.
Olin Library extends hours
Olin Library will offer extended hours beginning Monday, Nov. 8, with the building accessible until midnight Sundays-Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays and 7 p.m. on Saturdays. Olin Library also will be open 24 hours a day during reading week and final exams, Dec. 10-21.
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