Volcano discovered smoldering under a kilometer of ice in West Antarctica
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School of Medicine, VA ophthalmologist honored at White House
A Washington University ophthalmologist was one of 31 finalists for the Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal. David E. Vollman, MD, and the other finalists recently were honored in a White House ceremony praising the country’s civil servants.
School of Law’s trial team wins prestigious National Institute of Trial Advocacy 2013 Tournament of Champions
Washington University in St. Louis School of Law’s trial competition team placed first at the National Institute of Trial Advocacy 2013 Tournament of Champions, held in Birmingham, Ala.
Air Force salutes Brown School students
Amanda Moore McBride, PhD, associate dean of the Brown School, was on hand Nov. 11 to congratulate two Brown School students on receiving commissions in the United States Air Force as part of the Air Force Health Professions Scholarship Program. The Brown School was the only school with two recipients — only 11 were given nationwide out of 152 applicants. “The military is the No. 1 employer of social workers, and this is real tribute to both our students and the Brown School that it has found the best and the brightest right here,” McBride said.
Geography Awareness Week kicks off with lectures, geocaching competition
In celebration of Geography Awareness Week, the Data and GIS Services unit at Washington University Libraries, is hosting lectures, workshops and the GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Challenge Nov. 18-22.
‘Through darkest winds, I will fly to him.’
“John-John,” a new aria by playwright Carter W. Lewis and composer Kamala Sankaram, debuted recently as part of “November 21, 1963: The Day Before,” a multidisciplinary event marking the 50th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination.
Holobaugh ceremony honors those who’ve contributed to LGBT equality
Holobaugh Honors is an annual LGBTQIA community recognition and awards ceremony that honors undergraduate and graduate Washington University students, staff, faculty and area community members who have contributed to LGBTQIA visibility, equality and community.
Gene testing for heart diseases now available
Offerman, of television’s Parks and Recreation, offers Edison crowd tips for a ‘prosperous life’
Nick Offerman, who plays Ron Swanson on the television show Parks and Recreation, offered Washington University in St. Louis students “tips for a prosperous life” during a free comedy show Nov. 10 at Edison Theatre. Tips included “Eat red meat” and “Go outside … remain there.” Student Union’s Social Programming Board hosted the show.
Concert pays homage to John F. Kennedy Nov. 22
The U.S. Air Force Band of Mid-America and the Washington University in St. Louis Wind Ensemble will mark the anniversary of John F. Kennedy’s assassination with a free concert Nov. 22 in the 560 Music Center.