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WashU Police’s Gentilini graduates from FBI National Academy

WashU Police Lt. Nicole Gentilini was among 253 law enforcement officers who graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Va., March 18.

St. Louis Region

Thurtene to host 5K April 4

To kick off carnival season, Thurtene Junior Honorary is hosting a community 5K run/walk at 9 a.m. April 4 on the WashU Danforth Campus. The run starts and finishes at Francis Olympic Field and loops twice around campus.

Obituaries

Richard Roloff, former administrator and trustee, 96

Richard “Dick” Roloff, a former administrator and trustee of Washington University in St. Louis, died Friday, March 6, 2026. He was 96.

Medicine

Stopping GLP-1 drugs can quickly erase cardiovascular benefits

WashU Medicine researchers found that stopping GLP-1 drugs such as semaglutide and tirzepatide — even temporarily — elevates the risk of heart attack, stroke and death compared to staying on the medication continuously.

Students

Karinshak named a Harris Social Impact Fellow

WashU senior Marilee Karinshak has received the Harris Social Impact Fellowship from the University of Chicago. The highly selective fellowship blends intensive training in policy analysis, critical reasoning and data analytics with a hands-on placement at a top research center or policy institute.

Performing Arts

Great Artists Series presents Isabel Leonard

Three-time Grammy winner Isabel Leonard will join celebrated accompanist John Arida for an evening of works by Spanish composers and classic mid-century American songs March 29 as part of WashU’s Great Artists Series.

Students

2026-27 tuition, housing, meal plans, fees announced

Beginning with the 2026 fall semester, WashU’s undergraduate tuition before financial aid will be $71,310, an increase of $3,070 over the current charge of $68,240. Charges for a double room will range between $14,530 and $15,150, and meal plans will range from $6,032 to $9,122.

Tuition-related Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to some of the frequently asked questions about WashU’s 2026-27 tuition, room and meal plans and fees.

Performing Arts

MFA Dance Concert March 20 and 21

Christopher J. Salango and Lorraine “Rain” Stippec, second-year candidates in the Master of Fine Arts in Dance program, will present new and original works in Edison Theatre March 20 and 21.

Appointments & Promotions

Levy appointed executive vice chancellor for medical affairs, dean of WashU Medicine

Bruce D. Levy, MD, a highly regarded leader in academic medicine and an accomplished physician-scientist, has been named executive vice chancellor for medical affairs and dean of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He begins his new role July 1, announced Chancellor Andrew D. Martin.