An aquatic journey

Lobby to new St. Louis Aquarium
PGAV Destinations, led by alumnus Mike Konzen, has created an enthralling and educational indoor attraction with the new St. Louis Aquarium.

The transformers

The St. Louis Wheel includes 1,600 LED lights, and Union Station turned the wheel green and red for Christmas. (Courtesy of St. Louis Union Station)
George Bauer and Robert O’Loughlin revive one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, St. Louis Union Station, anchoring it with a beautifully restored Grand Hall, stunning new aquarium and 200-foot-tall lighted Ferris wheel.

‘Echoes’: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter

In 1991, former President Jimmy Carter visited campus, where he addressed the opportunities WashU students have to change the world. (Courtesy of Washington University Archives)
Our new audio series reflects on the lives and words of inspiring figures who’ve visited the university through the years. In this edition, you’ll hear from the oldest living president and first lady about their commitment to serve.

‘Where We’re Heading’

Chancellor Andrew D. Martin delivers his inauguration address in which he announced, among other commitments, the WashU Pledge, a bold new financial aid program for regional students.
Oct. 3, 2019, was an extraordinary day for Washington University as Andrew D. Martin was inaugurated as our 15th chancellor. The day centered around Martin’s message of building on the university’s momentum, detailing successes of the past and present, and outlining his vision for the future.