Timeline on the Student Worker Alliance Sit-In
April 22 Chancellor Wrighton responds to the SWA students in a letter outlining all the steps the University is planning to take to address mutual concerns about lower-paid workers and what additional steps could be taken if they end the sit-in. He asks them to end the sit-in and take part in the implementation process. […]
Media Advisory
Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton and members of the Student Worker Alliance will announce at a media briefing that Washington University and the Student Worker Alliance have reached an agreement and the students will end their occupation of Brookings Hall and the Quadrangle.
Adolescence can be trying times for parents, children
Balancing independence and rules can be tough for parents with teenagers.Adolescence is often viewed as a time when children regularly push their parents’ patience to the limits. However, the trials and tribulations of a mother and father may be outweighed by the drastic life changes the teenagers themselves face, and parents should bear this in mind, says WUSM physician Katie Plax in the following St. Louis Post-Dispatch article.
Weil to be honored in symposium today
The event is called “Exploring the History of Art”; Weil has been associated with the University for 47 years.
American Indian Awareness Week
Photo by Bill StoverA powwow featuring an expanded drum circle and a special stomp dance exhibit was the final event of American Indian Awareness Week.
Poet C.K. Williams to read from his work today
Williams is the author of numerous books of poetry, including 2003’s The Singing, winner of the National Book Award.
Campus Watch
The following incidents were reported to University Police April 13-20. Readers with information that could assist in investigating these incidents are urged to call 935-5555. This information is provided as a public service to promote safety awareness and is available on the University Police Web site at police.wustl.edu. April 13 10:01 a.m. — A lecturer […]
Music department concert to dedicate new grand piano
Pianist Seth Carlin, professor of music in Arts & Sciences, will dedicate the 9-foot grand piano in Graham Chapel.
McDonnell professor of physics
Photo by Mary ButkusClifford M. Will, Ph.D., was installed as the James S. McDonnell Professor of Physics in Arts & Sciences April 14 in Holmes Lounge.
Tibetan monks to bring music, dance to Edison
The concert will offer a rare opportunity to experience temple music and dance from one of the world’s most ancient sacred traditions.
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