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March 2019
@WashingtonUniversity
What's happening on and off campus today. For alumni, parents, and friends.
 

 SPOTLIGHT

ON CAMPUS
University Launches Grants for Low-Income First-Year Students
Chancellor-elect Andrew D. Martin has introduced two pilot grants to ensure that all students have the resources they need to succeed at Washington University.

 NEWS & FEATURES

ON CAMPUS
 Trustees Establish Fund to Honor Wrightons’ Visionary Leadership
 The Wrighton Tribute Fund commemorates the chancellor’s and his wife’s outstanding achievements and dedicated service.

RESEARCH
 Chemical in Consumer Products Impairs Antibiotic Treatment
Arts & Sciences study concludes that antibacterial substance added to toothpaste and cosmetics strengthens bacteria cells.

PEOPLE
 Amy Hauft to Lead Sam Fox School College & Graduate School of Art
Internationally renowned sculptor is a distinguished educator with a proven track record of building top-ranked programs.

ON CAMPUS
Needlemans Commit $15 Million
to Catalyze Drug Discovery
Gift establishes two centers at the School of Medicine to prevent and treat age-related illnesses and neurodegenerative disorders.

RESEARCH
 WashU Expert: Mars Opportunity Rover Exceeded Expectations
WashU professor and deputy principal investigator for the Mars Exploration mission reflects on the vehicle’s surprising longevity.

RESEARCH
 Professor Creating Hydrogel to Repair Damage After Heart Attack
McKelvey Engineering researcher is developing a material that will prompt regeneration of organ’s dead tissue.

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