Announcements

Nominations for the 20th annual Gerry and Bob Virgil Ethic of Service Award are now open. The award recognizes people who exemplify a character of service and engagement with the St. Louis region. Nominations are due Nov. 20.

The Washington University in St. Louis Office of Information Security has completed its 2022 update of information security policies, and they are available for review.

Open enrollment to change or re-enroll for 2023 benefits, including health insurance, for Washington University faculty, staff and trainees will take place Nov. 1-16.

University employees can join colleagues at United Way of Greater St. Louis pop-up events benefiting area children Tuesday, Oct. 25, on the Danforth Campus, and Wednesday, Oct. 26, on the Medical Campus.

NameCoach, a tool that allows you to record and share the pronunciation of your name with others, is now available to Washington University in St. Louis faculty, staff and students.

The Pivot 314 Fellowship Program for graduate and professional students is accepting applications for its latest cohort. The application deadline is Nov. 14.

Nominations are now being sought for a new award which will fund community-based research promoting impact and deep engagement with St. Louis.

As part of Active Transportation Month in October, the Sustainability, Parking & Transportation, and Operations & Facilities Management offices are hosting two commuter fairs and a commuter challenge starting Monday, Oct. 17.

The university’s new strategic vision will be introduced Monday, Oct. 3. Register now for a series of special events.

Nominations are being accepted for the Jane and Whitney Harris St. Louis Community Service Award, which honors a local couple for extraordinary contributions to the culture and welfare of the metropolitan St. Louis area. The deadline is Oct. 31.