Policy changes planned for Commencement
The university has made significant changes to 2024 Commencement that all graduates and attendees should be aware of.
Public university directory to remain
Washington University in St. Louis’ online directory will remain available after all. The university had announced plans to remove it May 1, but after additional analysis, administrators have determined it is required to conduct university business.
Parking shares April update
Parking & Transportation Services shares an update, including details about 2024-25 parking permit and U-Pass availability, Active Transportation Month and reminders about upcoming events, such as Thurtene and Commencement, that will affect parking.
McKelvey Engineering offers graduate certificate in financial engineering
Graduate students in the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University now can earn a graduate certificate in financial engineering.
Public university directory being phased out
Washington University in St. Louis’ online directory is being phased out, a move designed to protect community members’ privacy and security.
Apply to join Danforth Staff Council, attend spring forum
The Danforth Staff Council seeks new members. Applications are open until March 29. Also, the council will hold its spring forum 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, in person and online.
MetroLink updates schedules, reopens platforms
Nearly two years after flash flooding caused major damage to Metro St. Louis’ Forest Park station, westbound platforms at Skinker and University City stops, near Washington University in St. Louis’ Danforth Campus, have reopened. Scheduled route times also have been adjusted.
Faculty Achievement Award nominations sought
Nominations are being accepted for Washington University in St. Louis’ annual Faculty Achievement Awards, known as the Arthur Holly Compton Faculty Achievement Award and the Carl and Gerty Cori Faculty Achievement Award.
Annual harassment prevention training due
Washington University in St. Louis employees are required to complete annual harassment prevention training. The training, based on job roles and locations, is to be completed in Workday Learning by April 12.
State of the University address planned
Chancellor Andrew D. Martin’s annual State of the University address will be available to view online March 7.
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