Class Acts: Joshin Kumar

Class Acts: Joshin Kumar

Graduate student Joshin Kumar is set to complete his PhD. He then will continue his engineering work at WashU, designing sensors that can detect pathogens.
Class Acts: Jeremiah ‘Jay’ Truel

Class Acts: Jeremiah ‘Jay’ Truel

Jeremiah “Jay” Truel co-founded StreetMedSTL, a nonprofit that sends interdisciplinary physicians to encampments and shelters to provide medical care, support and illness-prevention strategies. Since it began in 2022, StreetMedSTL has treated more than 1,000 patients. Truel soon will earn a medical degree from WashU Medicine.
The Class of 2025: Ready to lead

The Class of 2025: Ready to lead

The Class of 2025 Class Acts say the leadership lessons they have learned through their coursework, co-curricular activities and pre-professional experiences have prepared them to be better scientists, policymakers, artists and community members. Chancellor Andrew D. Martin has positioned WashU to be the nation’s premier university for developing leaders of character and conviction. 
Interpreting the music

Interpreting the music

“Retina Burn,” the Performing Arts Department’s annual student lighting design and digital media concert, will take place at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, in Edison Theatre.
How researchers can influence policy today

How researchers can influence policy today

University researchers can play a vital role in shaping policy — when they combine solid science with smart communication, compelling stories and political awareness. WashU policy expert Ross Brownson explains how.
Tips for Class of 2025 jobseekers

Tips for Class of 2025 jobseekers

The jobs outlook for new grads looks much more uncertain as federal layoffs, hiring freezes and new tariffs ripple across the economy. Still, WashU’s Norma Guerra Gaier said there are concrete steps graduating students can take today to stand out in this competitive job market.
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