New book explores ways to combat economic injustice in America

New book explores ways to combat economic injustice in America

How can the United States, one of the wealthiest nations on earth, have the highest rate of poverty among industrialized nations? In a new book, “The Poverty Paradox,” based on decades of research, renowned poverty expert Mark Rank, a professor at the Brown School, develops a unique perspective for understanding this puzzle.
WashU Dance Collective to perform

WashU Dance Collective to perform

The Washington University Dance Collective, the resident dance company of the Performing Arts Department in Arts & Sciences, will present “Genesis,” an evening of new and original choreography, April 7 and 8 in Edison Theatre.
University helps launch STARS College Network

University helps launch STARS College Network

Washington University in St. Louis has teamed up with 15 of the nation’s leading public and private higher education institutions to launch STARS College Network (Small-Town And Rural Students), a new effort to help students from small-town and rural America enroll in, succeed at and graduate from the undergraduate program of their choice.
Small proteins in heart play big role

Small proteins in heart play big role

Two researchers at Washington University in St. Louis took a closer look at the signals that coordinate a heartbeat at the molecular level. What they found may provide new insights into different heart conditions and how to develop better therapies.
Violinist Augustin Hadelich to perform

Violinist Augustin Hadelich to perform

Violinist Augustin Hadelich is a “technically dazzling” (New York Times) performer who revels “in the myriad ways of making a phrase come alive” (Washington Post). On April 16, Hadelich will present an intimate recital at Washington University as part of the 2023 Great Artists Series.
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