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Bang wins University City literary award

Mary Jo Bang, a professor of English in Arts & Sciences, will receive the 2024 Tradition of Literary Excellence Award from the University City Municipal Commission on Arts & Letters.

Health & Society

Creating healthier futures: The science behind public health

People in Latin America exercise in a publicly available fitness area.

The Prevention Research Center is tackling health disparities with evidence-based solutions that improve outcomes in underserved communities. From expanding Brazil’s “Academia da Saude” to over 1,000 cities, to training 4,000 public health professionals worldwide, the center is driving lasting improvements.

Obituaries

Hylarie McMahon, professor emerita, artist, 94

Hylarie McMahon, a professor emerita of art in the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts at Washington University in St. Louis, died in hospice Oct. 1 following a short illness. She was 94.

Economy

Olin Brookings Commission recommends policies to manage ‘silver tsunami’ impact

Seated panel of Bart Hamilton, Mike Mazzeo and Lynn Gorguze with Peter Boumgarden speaking at the commission presentation at the Brookings Institution.

With thoughtful planning and policy interventions, the impending wave of small business ownership transitions coming as baby boomers retire can create opportunities for expanded employee ownership and greater inclusivity in business leadership, according to a new report from WashU Olin Business School and the Brookings Institution.

Academics

2025 Confluence Award submissions sought

Submissions are sought for the third annual William H. Danforth St. Louis Confluence Award. The deadline is Nov. 22.

Appointments & Promotions

Nickolas to lead Division of Bone and Mineral Diseases

Thomas Nickolas, MD, a respected clinical nephrologist and researcher focused on kidney disease and bone health, has been named the next director of the Division of Bone and Mineral Diseases in the Department of Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.

Students

Student Health Center recognized for providing inclusive care

The Human Rights Campaign’s Healthcare Equality Index has recognized Student Health Center – Danforth Campus and the Center for Counseling and Psychological Services for their ongoing commitment to providing inclusive and gender-affirming care to all students.

NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft launches

Europa Clipper will conduct a detailed survey of Jupiter’s moon Europa to determine whether there are places below the moon’s surface that could support life. WashU’s William B. McKinnon, a member of the Europa Clipper science team, has studied Europa for more than 40 years.

Aging

Falling for fall prevention

Simple interventions like the addition of handrails can greatly reduce a person's risk of falling. (Photo: Shutterstock/Sasirin Pamai)

Through low-cost, personalized home modifications, occupational therapist Susy Stark helps elderly residents stay safe and independent.

Campus & Community

Committed to expanding WashU connections

Reginald Binford Jr. is co-chair of the New York City chapter of WashU's Black Alumni Council, among other volunteer roles. (Courtesy photo)

Reginald Binford Jr. uses his voice as an alumni leader to increase engagement and advocate for today’s students.