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When Jack Furman left sunny Miami for WashU, his car was loaded with the usual college essentials—bedding, clothes, snacks. But tucked among those essentials was something a little unusual—a large, wooden book box and a five-foot post, materials for a Little Free Library he planned to install in St. Louis. “I’ve always wanted to be […]

The Reverend Cara Rockhill has been appointed director for the Office of Religious, Spiritual, and Ethical Life (ORSEL) within the Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI). She succeeds The Rev. Callista Isabelle, who previously served in the role. Rockhill brings deep experience in chaplaincy, pastoral leadership, and interfaith engagement to her position at WashU. Prior […]

WashU Recreation is launching “Take A Class, Move Your 🍑,” a special five-week complimentary membership program designed to encourage health and wellness among WashU faculty and staff. Starting February 1, 2026, all WashU employees who do not currently hold memberships are invited to experience Sumers Recreation Center and South 40 Fitness Center at no cost […]

Whether in a dark room cycling class or a high-energy Tread & Shred session, instructors like Ari Lerner, Keysha Gem Patel, Sadra Marjai and Blair Franciscus are discovering that leading workouts is about more than fitness. For the instructors, each class reinforces the idea that campus isn’t just a place to study; it’s a community […]

The Division of Student Affairs at Washington University in St. Louis proudly announces that Norma Guerra Gaier, associate vice chancellor for career development and education, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Founders Award by the Southern Association of Colleges and Employers (SoACE). This honor, considered the most prestigious award bestowed by SoACE, recognizes […]