Lewis & Clark have new teammate: Robert Criss
The professor of earth and planetary sciences has teamed with with the explorers to provide the oldest determinations of the magnetic declination of America’s interior.
Silvers’ gift supports students of French Renaissance
The Silvers bequeathed more than $1 million in support of doctoral students in the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures in Arts & Sciences.
Student dance performances at Edison Dec. 5-7
Thirty-eight dancers selected by audition will perform seven works by faculty and guest choreographers for Washington University Dance Theatre.
International art at rock-bottom prices
Over the past 25 years, Island Press, the professional print shop in the School of Art, has published dozens of editions by internationally renowned artists, displayed work at major museums around the world and generally earned a reputation for pushing the boundaries of the printmaking medium. It has never, however, had a sale. Until now. […]
Bridge to be built at Skinker, parkway
Later in December, contractors will install a temporary “bailey bridge” over the intersection of Skinker Boulevard and Forest Park Parkway to allow for the construction of the MetroLink station that will be located under that intersection. Traffic could be reduced to one lane in each direction during non-rush hours to facilitate the placement of the […]
Ethic of service award nominations sought
The Community Service Program within the Office of Student Activities is taking nominations for the University’s first Sesquicentennial Ethic of Service Award. The Sesquicentennial Ethic of Service Award will recognize a select group of University community members who exemplify a character of service and giving to the St. Louis region. This award serves as a […]
Hadley professorship
Photo by Mary ButkusMark R. Rank installed Dec. 11 as the first Herbert S. Hadley Professor of Social Welfare.
Tumor growth requires abnormal cell neighbors
“We are quite excited about this report as it represents the first model of this type of tumor,” principal investigator David H. Gutmann said.
Political humorist Kate Clinton at Edison
Tax-paying, America-loving political satirist Kate Clinton offers savvy send-ups of American culture, fads and foibles, from Wal-Mart-ization and Disneyfication to Queer Eye, lesbian chic and presidential inaugurals. The self-described “oldest living, continuously performing lesbian author/humorist in North America” is wisecracking her way to Washington — Washington University, that is — for the Edison Theatre OVATIONS! […]
Pediatricians form research network
Jane Garbutt is directoring the Washington University Pediatric and Adolescent Ambulatory Research Consortium.
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