Who Knew WashU?
In recognition of Presidents Day this week, a question: A bronze statue of the nation’s first president, who is the university’s namesake, stands outside Olin Library. Who designed the original marble statue?
Answer: B) French sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon created the original statue, which is in the Virginia state Capitol building. WashU’s version also includes a base with several quotes from George Washington.
Congrats to this week’s winner, Tayler Murguia, who works in University Advancement and will receive an “I Knew WashU” luggage tag!
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Notables
WashU named Fulbright Top Producing Institution
WashU once again has been named a Fulbright Top Producing Institution for U.S. students. Last year, 12 students and recent alumni earned Fulbright awards to travel abroad to conduct research or to teach English.
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Videos
2024: The year in video
WashU videographers captured the discoveries and perspectives of campus newsmakers. Highlights include a trip to Ecuador where one WashU professor is working to halt hidden hunger, one instructor’s reflections on his Hollywood career and a deep dive into the Mississippi River system.
