Barke named director of Campus Y
Tiffany Barke has been named executive director of the Campus Y on the Danforth Campus.
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Obituary: Glynn, founding father of the Newman Center, 94
Monsignor Gerard Glynn, considered the founding father of the Newman Center at Washington University — also known as the Catholic Student Center — died Feb. 4, 2009. He was 94.
Of note
John C. Aerni,
Anders E. Carlsson, Ph.D.,
Eric Choi, M.D.,
and more…
Campus Watch
The following incidents were reported to University Police Feb. 3-16. 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. Feb. 6 9:01 a.m. — A facilities […]
Government and public policy job fair Feb. 19
Representatives from regional and national government and public policy agencies will be on campus Thursday, Feb. 19, for “Making the Difference Day: Careers in Government and Public Policy.”
Presidential photo op
Photo by Joe AngelesGeorge Washington, portrayed by sophomore Nate Maslak, poses with students on campus Feb. 16. The carriage rides were part of a weeklong celebration, sponsored by sophomore honorary Lock & Chain, that celebrated the University’s namesake.
Historic international justice meeting at WUSTL
105 years after a historic meeting in St. Louis, a distinguished group of international law experts from around the world will gather at the School of Law from April 12-15 to begin work on a Specialized Convention on Crimes Against Humanity as part of the Whitney R. Harris World Law Institute’s Crimes Against Humanity Initiative.
Olin abroad
Photo by Jock FistikWUSTL students debate the financial implications of Croatia’s and Turkey’s application to join the European Union and further enlargement of EU membership in a mock parliament exercise in Brussels, Belgium Jan. 30. Three dozen BSBA students interviewed government officials and experts in 18 European cities to prepare for the exercise.
Biologist presents ‘sacred’ nature of sustainability
Global warming and environmental sustainability are concerns that fit neatly within the precepts of religious naturalism, according to Ursula Goodenough, Ph.D., professor of biology in Arts & Sciences.
Speaking frankly about race and identity in America
Photo by David KilperAt 4 p.m.Wednesday, Feb. 25, in the Danforth University Center, several WUSTL students and faculty will gather for a frank, open conversation about race and identity.