For the next year, Candice Jones will be part of America’s most prestigious programs for leadership and public service.
Alumni
No Universal Chin Type is Attractive
From: TheDartmouth.com
Dobson researched the evolution of chin shape during the transition from archaic to modern humans while at graduate school at the Washington University in St. Louis.
Philosophy alum named chief ethics officer at Prudential
From: 4-traders.com
Previously, Doi held senior legal positions with major financial institutions in Tokyo, including State Street Bank and Trust Company and CIGNA/ACE Insurance.
Josh Bleicher awarded Sokolof Scholarship
From: The Jewish Press
Josh Bleicher is selected as one of six recipents to receive the Sokolof scholarship, which is based on personal achievement, scholastic performance, community service and overall good character.
Alumnus runs across Israel for charity
From: Times Union
On March 12, Marc Hendel will attempt a 9 day, 470 km run across the full length of Israel to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri and for Youth Futures, a Jewish mentorship program.
Our Alumni: Anita Diamant
“As a transfer student, I had a different experience at Washington University than most,” says Anita Diamant, renowned author and 1973 graduate of the university.
A Year of Service
Recent alums join City Year to battle drop out rate
Five recent graduates of Washington University in St. Louis are acting on a passion of service after graduation. These alumni have committed to 1,700 hours, by giving a year of service with City Year.
NASA names Bob Behnken as Chief Astronaut
NASA’s Director of Flight Crew Operations Janet Kavandi has named Air Force Col. Robert L. Behnken as the chief of the Astronaut Office.
Stephen Easley elected to the New Mexico House of Representatives
On Nov 6th, Steven Easley was elected to the New Mexico State Legislature as the Representative for House District 50. He will be sworn in January 1, 2013.
Memory Elvin-Lewis
Alumni Award of Distinction
Memory Elvin-Lewis (microbiologist and ethnobotanist) enjoyed a multifaceted career but is best known for her research into the traditional plant-based medical and dental practices of indigenous peoples.