Sports participation shields against suicide risk in teens, preteens — but fewer are taking the field
Public health researcher Massy Mutumba finds sports participation lowers suicide risk for teens — but warns access is shrinking just as mental health needs are surging.
All in for With You
Co-chairs for WashU’s newly launched fundraising and engagement campaign invite the university community to envision a brighter future.
A superhero league like none other
Alumna Lisa Kollins partners with artists to help kids with illnesses see themselves as heroes.
Access Points: Going Beyond a Campus
What is the role of a university? They not only educate students and provide research hubs for scholars but can be a vital part of a local community. WashU professors, students and deans discuss the evolving role of a college during a campus tour. Speakers discuss initiatives to expand access to local students, bolster the regional economy, connect with adult learners and address health care needs.
Simone Biles’ 2025 Commencement address
Simone Biles gave her Commencement address to the Class of 2025 at Washington University in St. Louis during the May 12 Commencement ceremony on Francis Olympic Field.
MEDIA ADVISORY: WashU Commencement is 9 a.m. Monday, May 12
Simone Biles, widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes of all time, will deliver the May 12, 2025, Commencement address at Washington University in St. Louis, according to Chancellor Andrew D. Martin.
Photo opportunity: Thurtene Carnival
Thurtene Carnival, WashU’s student-run carnival, returns to campus this weekend with new attractions, new performances and new safety measures. Visitors are asked to keep their bags at home. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Tuition-related Frequently Asked Questions
Here’s a list of frequently asked questions and answers about WashU’s 2025-26 tuition, room and meal plans and fees.
WashU launches FARM to drive food system transformation
Rooted in public health, WashU’s new FARM initiative reimagines agriculture to improve nutrition, sustainability and food access for communities worldwide.
Sean McWilliams, senior change manager for Student Sunrise project, 55
Sean McWilliams, a 29-year employee of Washington University in St. Louis, died at his home Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025. He was 55. A celebration of life will be held March 7.
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