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Barry P. Sleckman, M.D., Ph.D., associate professor of pathology and immunology, has been named director of the Division of Laboratory and Genomic Medicine. Skip Virgin, M.D., Ph.D., the Edward Mallinckrodt Professor and head of pathology and immunology, made the announcement. “Dr. Sleckman is an outstanding fundamental scientist interested in a range of basic processes that […]

Washington University in St. Louis has a rich tradition, dating back to the 1992 presidential debate, of providing debate tickets only to its students. The tradition began when then-Chancellor William H. Danforth decreed that he would prefer to give his ticket to a student rather than attend himself. Since then, hundreds of WUSTL students have been able to witness history first hand through the debate ticket lottery.

Terry Smith, J.D., professor of law at Fordham University and nationally recognized expert on race and politics, will kick off the School of Law’s 11th annual Public Interest Law & Policy Speakers Series at noon Sept. 23 with a timely talk on politics and racism. The fall lineup of speakers also includes an international peace […]

In preparation for the construction of a new building for the School of Engineering and Applied Science, a portion of Lot 4 — located at the east end of the Danforth Campus near Whitaker Hall — will close today.

Photo by David KilperWashington University’s 2008 United Way of Greater St. Louis campaign began Sept. 2 with a kickoff breakfast at Whittemore House. The United Way of Greater St. Louis supports nearly 200 health and human-service organizations in the St. Louis region and provides an array of services to a large, diverse population.

Terry Smith, J.D., professor of law at Fordham University and nationally recognized expert on race and politics, will kick off the School of Law’s 11th annual Public Interest Law & Policy Speakers Series with a talk on “Politics and Post-Racialism: Reflections on the Meaning of a Black President” September 23.

Providing fruits for snacks and serving vegetables at dinner can shape a preschooler’s eating patterns for his or her lifetime.

Photo by Whitney CurtisFreshmen Natalie Rufat (top, center) and Cici Coquillette (bottom, center) paint a mural at Ford Elementary School in St. Louis during the 10th annual Service First event Aug. 30.

Photo by Ray MarklinLesley Rankin was part of the Young Scientist Program designed to attract high-school students primarily from disadvantaged backgrounds into scientific careers.

The City of New Orleans and the American Bar Association have adopted two major planning and land-use projects of Daniel R. Mandelker, J.D., the Howard A. Stamper Professor of Law. The projects are designed to help ensure sound land-use management.