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On a roll
Printmaker Koichi Yamamoto, assistant professor of printmaking at Utah State University, conducts a printmaking lecture/demonstration for students and faculty in the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts. Born in Osaka, Japan, Yamamoto is known for creating etchings and large-scale monoprints inspired by natural forms.
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A&S boasts three Udall, three Goldwater, two Truman scholars
Arts & Sciences undergraduates made another impressive showing in their annual quest for prestigious national scholarships and fellowships, including three students receiving the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and three receiving the Morris K. Udall Scholarship for the 2007-08 academic year. Last week, two WUSTL students also were named recipients of the prestigious Harry S. Truman Scholarship.
Thurtene Carnival continues green theme
More than 120,000 people from the St. Louis area are expected to attend the annual Thurtene Carnival from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. April 21-22 on the North Brookings parking lot. Already the oldest and largest student-run carnival in the nation, this year Thurtene aims to reach further into the St. Louis community while expanding on last year's pledge to remain environmentally friendly.
Rwandan hero Rusesabagina closes spring Assembly Series
Rwandan hero Paul Rusesabagina will speak on his experiences, his ongoing support of Rwanda, the genocide in Darfur and current issues involving international humanitarian aid at 11 a.m. April 18 in Graham Chapel for the final Assembly Series lecture of the spring semester.
Social Change Grants go to three students
The Community Service Office has announced three student winners of the Social Change Grants. Presented annually to students seeking to better their community, the three grants have a total value of $18,000.
Footsteps
National Public Radio's Mandalit del Barco, right, records a conversation with senior Alejandra Ponce de Leon after her final performance with Mariachi Cuicacalli during Footsteps Across the Americas April 12 in Whitaker Hall. Sponsored by WUSTL's Annika Rodriguez Scholars Program, the event was the third annual symposium on Latino contributions and featured 25 student exhibitions, in addition to del Barco's keynote address.
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Announcements
Metro pass renewal required
The spring U-Pass, allowing WUSTL community members free use of Metro, the region's public transportation system, expires May 21. Eligible employees may now request a summer 2007 U-Pass; eligible students beginning April 30.
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Career development programs scheduled
The April 19 course will help leaders build skills for tracking progress, providing specific, balanced feedback and conducting review discussions.
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I-64/US40 construction updated on Web
The University has added a link to its Web page for easy access to the latest information on the Interstate 64/Highway 40 construction project.
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Bears Defeat Texas-Tyler, Chicago and Coe at Home
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USA Today
William Tate, chair of the Department of Education in Arts & Sciences, says education research and application are often disconnected.
Chicago Tribune
'Space Invaders' study at WUSTL may be a key part of the future of accessible video gaming.
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