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January 2018
@WashingtonUniversity
What’s happening on and off campus today. For alumni, parents, and friends.
 
 SPOTLIGHT

RESEARCH
 Deadly Heart Rhythm Halted by Noninvasive Radiation Therapy
School of Medicine researchers have successfully tested a game-changing treatment for the leading cause of sudden cardiac death in the United States.

 NEWS & FEATURES

RESEARCH
For a Healthier Lifestyle in 2018, Find a Purpose
Arts & Sciences professor links habits like exercise, eating vegetables, and flossing to an overall sense of purpose in life.

PEOPLE
 Obituary: William Gass, Professor Emeritus, 93
One of the most acclaimed and influential writers of his generation, Gass joined the WashU philosophy department in 1969.

RESEARCH
 Olin Business School Professor Decodes Workplace Emotions
Hillary Anger Elfenbein says psychological dynamics predict a project’s success better than inventive ideas or hard work.

IN ACTION
 WashU Students Create Clothing for Athletes With Disabilities
The multidisciplinary group researched, designed, and constructed prototype garments for a wheelchair rugby team.

RESEARCH
Studies Spur New WHO Guidelines for Disabling Disease
A drug regimen developed by the School of Medicine could accelerate global elimination of lymphatic filariasis.

PEOPLE
 Fostering Lifelong Connections With Each Other—and WashU
A new network model helps alumni, parents, and friends stay connected to and engaged with the university.

Leading Together: The Campaign for Washington University is a historic effort to raise $2.5 billion in support of scholarships, life-changing research, and much more.

We invite you to:

•  View photo galleries from campaign events across the country.
•  Learn how the Seeman Holtz Football Locker Room will memorialize two former teammates’ time at WashU and their ensuing success as business partners.
 
GET INVOLVED!
Would you like to help Washington University build community, support students, and continue its groundbreaking research?
•  Volunteer your time and talent.
•  Make a gift of any amount.
•  Join the conversation at events or in your community.

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