Announcements

WashU Information Technology is offering a tool, DocuSign, that provides a secure method for collecting electronic signatures on documents shared between colleagues within or outside the university. The method can save time and resources.

The Danforth Staff Council invites staff members to take part in one of four chat sessions, starting next week. The council wants to ensure that it can accurately represent staff needs and experiences to university administrators.

The Office of Human Resources is offering Spring into Motion, a wellness challenge running from March 7-May 1. Registration begins Feb. 18.

This year’s Day of Dialogue and Action sessions will be held virtually March 29 and 30. They will address the university’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Women’s Society of Washington University seeks nominations for the Harriet K. Switzer Leadership Award, given to graduating senior women who have made a significant contribution to WashU. The nomination deadline is Feb. 11.

Washington University Libraries is now accepting applications for the 2022 Newman Exploration Travel (NEXT) Fund, which provides travel funds of up to $10,000 per recipient. Applications are due by March 6.

Undergraduate members of the Class of 2022 are invited to apply to be the student speaker at the universitywide Commencement ceremony May 20.

The Performing Arts Department in Arts & Sciences is now accepting submissions for the 2022 A.E. Hotchner Playwriting Competition. All WashU graduate and undergraduate students are eligible. The deadline is Jan. 28.

Student Technology Services has announced new services are available for students.

Members of the university community are urged to participate in upcoming blood drives to help restore the blood supply. The next one is Wednesday, Jan. 19, on the Medical Campus.