Mentors for Bear Cub Fund program to help WUSTL scientists commercialize discoveries
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Rootedness, Mobility and Migration
Mary Lou’s Mass is like a prayer on stage: a spirited homily rooted in the southern church, an uplifting sermon on life’s trials and ecstasies. On Nov. 30-Dec. 2, students from the Performing Arts Department in Arts & Sciences will perform excerpts from this groundbreaking collaboration between choreographer Alvin Ailey and jazz pianist Mary Lou Williams as part of Rootedness, Mobility and Migration, the 2012 Washington University Dance Theatre concert.
Post-election, George Will assesses relationship between religion and politics in America
Less than a month after national elections, veteran political journalist George Will delivers the fall keynote lecture for the John C. Danforth Center on Religion & Politics. His talk, “Religion and Politics in the First Modern Nation,” begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 4, in Graham Chapel.
Two Washington University students are Rhodes finalists
Two Arts & Sciences seniors from Washington University in St. Louis were among 232 U.S. finalists for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. They are Madeleine Daepp, an enomics and mathematics student with an interest in agrigultural policy, and Jeremy Pivor, an environmental biology major with a passion for ocean conservation.
Social Change Grant showcase to be held Dec. 5
A showcase featuring three student projects selected by the Community Service Office to receive Social Change grants last summer will be held from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5, in Danforth University Center, Room 234.
Sports update Nov. 20: Cross country and women’s soccer concludes season in NCAA Tournament
The season came to an end last week for three teams — men’s and women’s cross country and women’s soccer — after appearances in the NCAA Tournament.
Record on hiatus for Thanksgiving holidays
The Record daily email takes a break for the Thanksgiving holidays after Nov. 20 and resumes publication Tuesday, Nov. 27. The Record staff wishes everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving holiday.
Washington People: John F. DiPersio
Every year, Siteman Cancer Center hosts a gathering for former bone marrow transplant patients, their families and the staff who helped care for them. It’s a celebration of survival. And every year, John F. DiPersio, MD, PhD, chief of the Division of Oncology, looks out over the audience and marvels. From the lab to the clinic, DiPersio’s work is guided by his commitment to his patients.
Campus Store hosts faculty, staff appreciation event Nov. 28
The 15th annual WU Campus Store Faculty and Staff Appreciation Event will be 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, at the store in Mallinckrodt Center. Faculty and staff will receive a 30 percent discount on most items (apparel, gifts, books, supplies).
Nominations sought for Civic Scholars Program; info sessions Nov. 27, 29
The Gephardt Institute for Public Service is accepting nominations for the Civic Scholars Program, which recognizes undergraduate students who exemplify future potential for civic leadership. Information sessions for interested students are scheduled for 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, and 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29, at the Gephardt Institute for Public Service in Danforth University Center, Room 340.