Announcements

University Libraries wants to hear from students, via an online survey, about what they like, or don’t, about its spaces, services and collections.

The U.S. and university flags over Brookings Hall are lowered to half-staff until sunset today to honor Shimon Peres, former president and prime minister of Israel.

The goal of Washington University’s Active Transportation Month is to motivate faculty, staff and students to try methods of transportation other than cars. The month kicks off Saturday, Oct. 1, with a bike ride to Grove Fest.

Applications for the Women’s Leadership Institute for faculty are open, the Office of the Provost announced. Information sessions will be held Oct. 18 and 25. Those interested should apply by Oct. 31.

Researchers will discuss the latest in clinical trials in cancer, Alzheimer’s and more at a symposium Oct. 21 at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center.

A Health Happenings fair for Danforth Campus employees will be held from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, at Mallinckrodt Center. Take part in health screenings, get your flu shot or enjoy free samples.

Free seasonal flu vaccines are available for Washington University employees starting next week.

The Olin Library Transformation project, a renovation of John M. Olin Library, has been delayed due to the discovery of a rock shelf beneath the building. The renovated library now is expected to open in spring 2018.

The St. Louis Net Impact conference for undergraduate students will be held from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, in Bauer Hall. The event aims to educate students about business sustainability and corporate social responsibility.

Research by Washington University psychologists Henry L. “Roddy” Roediger and Mark McDaniel will be featured in a PBS/NOVA documentary on “Schools of the Future,” which premieres on PBS stations nationwide Wednesday, Sept. 14.