WUSTL hosts Campus Compact conference
Washington University will host the Missouri Campus Compact conference this weekend, Oct. 17-18, at the Knight Center. Campus Compact is a national coalition of more than 1,100 college and university presidents — representing some 6 million students — dedicated to promoting community service, civic engagement and service-learning in higher education. This is the first year […]
Campus Watch
The following incidents were reported to University Police Oct. 8-14. Readers with information that could assist in investigating these incidents are urged to call 935-5555. This information is provided as a public service to promote safety awareness and is available on the University Police Web site at police.wustl.edu. Oct. 8 10:27 a.m. — A person […]
Looking into the future
Photo by David KilperCalifornia Institute of Technology Professor Nathan Lewis, Ph.D. (right), spoke to a large crowd Sept. 23 for the International Center for Advanced Renewable Energy and Sustainability (I-CARES).
Charting the waters
Photo by Michael WorfulFaculty discuss women in science and medicine at the Spotlight on Women in Medicine and Science symposium and panel Sept. 26 at the Farrell Learning and Teaching Center.
Time to give thanks, give back
Now in its sixth year, WUSTL’s Give Thanks Give Back campaign again will strive to make the holiday season a bit merrier for some needy St. Louis families.
University expects financial stability
In the midst of a national financial crisis, colleges and universities across the United States are grappling with their own economic realities and challenges related to operating budgets, financial aid for students and endowment spending.
Of note
Yousef Abu-Amer, Ph.D.,
Jeffrey G. Catalano, Ph.D.,
Joseph C. Corbo, M.D., Ph.D.
Calorie restriction may affect people differently than animals
Calorie restriction may not be as effective at extending life in people as it is in rodents, according to School of Medicine scientists.
Excited about discovery
Photo by Robert BostonKevin E. Yarasheski, Ph.D., professor of medicine, of cell biology and physiology and of physical therapy, says his decision to pursue science as a career began with an interest in the biochemistry of physical activity.
Brauers’ generosity to support engineering for years to come
Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton announced that WUSTL has received a major commitment from Stephen and Camilla Brauer to help implement the long-range, strategic plan of its School of Engineering & Applied Science.
Older Stories