Arts & Sciences

From politics on college campuses to the economy and AI, the fall events series presented by the Weidenbaum Center at Washington University in St. Louis will address many of the most pressing policy issues facing America and the world today.  

Mikhail Tikhonov, an associate professor of physics in Arts & Sciences, is using mathematical tools to deepen our understanding of microbial ecology and evolution.

The Black Rep will launch its 49th season with “Raisin,” a lost “treasure of musical theatre” (New York Times) based on Lorraine Hansberry’s iconic family drama.

Rhonda Roby has become one of the country’s foremost experts in mitochondrial DNA, solving some of the biggest forensic questions of our time.

As the western U.S. faces decreasing water supplies, WashU alumni are helping negotiate how this precious resource will be managed and shared in years to come.

An eye-opening undergraduate education paved the way for Kirk Ogrosky’s
distinguished legal career and inspires his active involvement today.

“Present topics of interest always have a much deeper past,” says Abram Van Engen,
the new director of the Danforth Center on Religion and Politics.

Karen Ivy has excelled in aerospace and academia. Now, she uses her experiences to empower the next generation of leaders.

Mark Sawyier and his tech company, Bonfyre, call St. Louis home.

WashU connections abound at a restorative retreat in Playa El Coco, Nicaragua.