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Thursday, May 3
Physics Theory Seminar

Friday, May 4
The International Symposium on Energy and Environment

Sunday, May 6
Fashion Show
St. Louis Hillel 60th Anniversary Dinner

Friday, May 11
Mathematics Lecture
Sam Fox School Annual MFA Thesis Exhibition

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MySci Program

I spy MySci


Program Specialist Darlene Norfleet leads a hands-on session on insects aboard the MySci Investigation Station April 20 at Edgar Road Elementary School in Webster Groves, Mo.

University to award six honorary degrees at 146th Commencement

Six prominent people, including a legendary radio broadcaster and the first woman president of the country's fourth oldest university, will receive honorary degrees during the University's 146th Commencement ceremony May 18. The University will also bestow academic degrees on more than 2,300 students during the ceremony, which begins at 8:30 a.m. in Brookings Quadrangle.

'Ansel Adams: Reverence for Life'

The Kemper Art Museum will present "Ansel Adams: Reverence for Life," an exhibition of photographs showcasing works from the personal collections of the Adams family, in conjunction with the International Symposium on Energy and Environment, sponsored by the McDonnell International Scholars Academy.

Metabolic syndrome poses same risk in HIV-infected people, general population

Metabolic syndrome among the HIV-infected population is about 26 percent, the same as in those not infected with the virus, a new study shows.

Charity evaluator gives WUSTL its top rating

For the sixth consecutive year, the University has been recognized by Charity Navigator — America's premier charity evaluator — as one of its top-rated, four-star institutions, according to David T. Blasingame, executive vice chancellor for Alumni & Development Programs.

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Dean's Award [thumb]
Arts & Sciences graduate teaching assistants receive Dean's Awards for Teaching Excellence April 26 in the Ann W. Olin Women's Building Formal Lounge.

Seitter 25-years [thumb]
Gladys Seitter, reserves assistant with University Libraries, receives a silver platter from Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton in recognition of her 25 years of service to the University April 25 at a Harbison House ceremony.



Announcements


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.
Sports

Softball extends winning streak to 18

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Catholic Student Center celebrates renovation

Senior Stevens wins biology prize