More than a play
As a first-year student attending orientation, Marielle Hinrichs-Morrow stepped into Edison Theatre not knowing the performance she was about to see would leave a lasting mark on her WashU journey. Written, performed and directed by WashU students, The Date is a theatrical performance presented by the Relationship & Sexual Violence Prevention Center that addresses the […]
Building connection through leadership
For Naima Pyarali, community has been the defining thread of her WashU experience. Originally from Albuquerque, N. M., she came to the university drawn to its tight-knit culture—something she has since helped strengthen for others through her work as a resident advisor (RA). “I knew since my first year that I wanted to be an […]
WashU Student Affairs to host campus-wide Halloween Costume Contest
Get ready to get spooky! WashU Student Affairs invites all students, faculty and staff to join the Campus-wide Halloween Costume Contest on Fri., Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the north side of the Danforth University Center (DUC). Participants can showcase their most creative, funny or haunting costumes for a chance to […]
WashU Leadership Week slated for Oct. 20-25
WashU’s Division of Student Affairs invites students, faculty, and staff to join Leadership Week, a weeklong series of events designed to uplift leadership capacity, spark new ideas, and build stronger connections across the WashU community. Organized by the Bauer Leaders Academy in collaboration with campus partners, Leadership Week offers interactive workshops, keynote talks, experiential challenges, […]
Well-being Wednesdays make wellness a habit
Student Affairs is making well-being a weekly habit. Every Wednesday, students can gather on Mudd Field for Well-being Wednesdays, a series of programs designed to center the eight dimensions of well-being and provide practical tools for student success. The events include a farmer’s market, workshops, wellness-focused activities, healthy vendors, swag and giveaways, and a contest […]
From uncertainty to impact
Through mentorship, internships, and hands-on guidance, students like Mason Shaver and Asia Brantley turned uncertainty into opportunity with help through the Center for Career Engagement.
The WashU edge
WashU graduates are making their mark in industries across the globe and employers consistently cite their strong academic preparation, problem-solving skills and ability to adapt in dynamic environments as reasons they seek out WashU talent.
WashU tops national rankings for residence halls and quality of life
When it comes to making college feel like home, WashU sets the standard. In the Princeton Review’s most recent rankings, the university once again claimed the #1 spot in the nation for Best College Dorms and #1 for Best Quality of Life, affirmations of the university’s ongoing commitment to creating an exceptional living and learning […]
Hundreds of employers to meet with students on Sept. 17 and 18
The Career Expo brings hundreds of employers to WashU to meet directly with our students because employers want to hire WashU students and graduates; they stand out in the job market.