Green Carpet Awards
WashU recently received a Gold-level certification for STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System reporting process developed by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. More than 100 university community members contributed to this process. Advancing sustainability in university operations is one of the four strategic goals for administration and operations […]
WashU Dining Ranks #3 by Princeton Review
Washington University holds steady in Top 3 on the Princeton Review’s Best Campus Food list. This ranking is a part of Princeton Review’s 2023 edition of The Best 388 Colleges, which ranks the top 25 universities and colleges in 50 different categories for 2023. The rankings are based on surveys of 160,000 students at the […]
Going green: Five ways Dining Services is making your lunch more sustainable
From reducing waste to cooking with local produce, Dining Services at Washington University in St. Louis is striving to make its offerings and operations more sustainable. This Earth Day, Andrew Watling, associate director of dining operations, shares five ways campus kitchens are making a difference.
Washington University Police Department earns reaccreditation
The four-year reaccreditation process required the police department to meet 180 standards in the areas of crime prevention and control capabilities; management procedures; and service delivery.
New diverse business directories debut at Day of Dialogue and Action
The new directories — one focused on all industries providing goods and services, the other specifically for construction — are on the university’s Supplier Diversity website and allow comprehensive, customizable searches with just a few clicks.
Washington University joins newly formed action network
The St. Louis Anchor Action Network (STLAAN) comprises universities, institutions, businesses, community leaders and other stakeholders committed to reducing inequities through increased employment, health and wealth-building opportunities.
WUPD completes training to support people with sensory issues
The Washington University Police Department (WUPD) has completed training through the nonprofit KultureCity to recognize and support people experiencing sensory overload situations during police interactions.
Day of Dialogue and Action sessions now available online
The 2022 sessions were created and organized by students, faculty and staff, and addressed a host of topics, among them campus safety, the differences between equity and equality, campus supplier diversity efforts and the impact of flexible work policies.
New diverse business directories debut at Day of Dialogue and Action
The new directories — one focused on all industries providing goods and services, the other specifically for construction — are on the university’s Supplier Diversity website and allow comprehensive, customizable searches with just a few clicks.
WashU ranked among ‘best employers for diversity
Respondents rated their organizations based on criteria such as age, gender, ethnicity, disability and sexual orientation equality as well as general diversity.
WashU recognized as a top workplace
Washington University in St. Louis has been recognized in several recent surveys as a top workplace.
Puppies Bear, Brookie train to be therapy dogs
Rescued from a garbage dump, the puppies have a job, a home and hundreds of new friends
Leadership institute for employees established
Washington University in St. Louis is launching an Institute for Leadership Excellence, which will provide immersive professional development opportunities for employees across the university.
Green Carpet Awards
WashU recently received a Gold-level certification for STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System reporting process developed by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. More than 100 university community members contributed to this process. Advancing sustainability in university operations is one of the four strategic goals for administration and operations […]
United Way Campaign underway
United Way of Greater St. Louis supports more than 160 local agencies focused on creating a stronger, healthier and more equitable region for all – a focus that aligns with our missions and commitment to be not only for St. Louis, but most importantly with St. Louis. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in the lives […]
WashU Dining Ranks #3 by Princeton Review
Washington University holds steady in Top 3 on the Princeton Review’s Best Campus Food list. This ranking is a part of Princeton Review’s 2023 edition of The Best 388 Colleges, which ranks the top 25 universities and colleges in 50 different categories for 2023. The rankings are based on surveys of 160,000 students at the […]
Coonce appointed chief of Washington University police department
Major Angela Coonce, a 24-year veteran of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and a champion of community policing, has been appointed chief of police for the Washington University in St. Louis Police Department, announced Shantay Bolton, executive vice chancellor and chief administrative officer. Bolton called Coonce a mission-focused, values-driven and equity-centered leader.
Scot Bemis appointed vice chancellor for human resources and institutional equity
Scot R. Bemis, most recently vice president for human resources and chief human resources officer at Dartmouth College, has been named vice chancellor for human resources and institutional equity at Washington University in St. Louis, announced Shantay Bolton, executive vice chancellor for administration and chief administrative officer.