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Weather Forecast - See the 5-day forecast Calendar Highlights - See the full calendar Thursday, Aug. 9 • "Horse Series" Photography Exhibit • Jazz at Holmes Summer Nights Concert Tuesday, Aug. 14 • MBCH Professional Development Institute Workshop Campus Calendars - Academic calendar - Assembly Series - Graduate Professional Council calendar - Schools' calendars - Spark student calendar - University calendar The Record, a twice-weekly electronic newspaper for Washington University faculty, staff and students, is the official source for news and information of vital importance to all members of the campus community. Click below to contact us about: - Record staff - Comments, story ideas - Technical web/email issues - To subscribe - To unsubscribe Concert in the quad The Gateway Festival Orchestra's July 22 concert featured music by Franz Schubert and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Seniors don't always get the joke, study shows It's no laughing matter that older adults have a tougher time understanding basic jokes than do younger adults. It's partially due to a cognitive decline associated with age, according to University researchers Wingyun Mak, a graduate student in psychology in Arts & Sciences, and Brian Carpenter, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology. Mouse model lung transplant could pave way for preventing rejection School of Medicine surgeons have developed the first mouse model of lung transplantation, which may explain why the procedure in humans has a high rate of rejection. The origins of human bipedalism In the first study to fully examine why humans began walking upright, a team of researchers led by a WUSTL anthropologist has found that human walking is around 75 percent less costly, in terms of energy and caloric expenditure, than quadrupedal and bipedal walking in chimpanzees. Taber named Kessler professor in biomedical engineering June 5 On June 5, Larry A. Taber, Ph.D. became the first Dennis and Barbara Kessler Professor of Biomedical Engineering (BME) in the School of Engineering. The ceremony, which capped the department's 10th anniversary celebration, was held in Uncas A. Whitaker Hall. Blankenship named Markey professor Robert E. Blankenship, Ph.D., professor of biology and chemistry in Arts & Sciences, was installed as the first Lucille P. Markey Distinguished Professor March 6 in Holmes Lounge. Freund Fellows selected for academic years 2007-08 and 2008-09 The Saint Louis Art Museum and the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts have announced the selection of artists Sarah Oppenheimer and Claudia Schmacke as Henry L. and Natalie E. Freund Teaching Fellows for academic years 2007-08 and 2008-09 respectively. Bermúdez named director of Center for Programs José Luis Bermúdez, Ph.D., professor of philosophy in Arts & Sciences, has been named director of the University's Center for Programs effective July 1. HRNews summer issue available online In addition to the main articles, included are many other resources to help with the day-to-day management of employees. PAD's 2007-08 season will travel the globe From classic comedy to cutting-edge drama to original works by students and faculty artists, the Performing Arts Department (PAD) in Arts & Sciences' 2007-08 season has something for everyone. Photos of Record - click on the photo to view a larger version and full caption Bill Rosser, a biology teacher from Fayetteville, Ark., and Barbara Schaal, Ph.D., the Spencer T. Olin Professor of Biology in Arts & Sciences, gather aquatic invertebrates from a pond at Tyson Research Center during the ecology component of the inaugural Life Sciences for a Global Community summer institute, held at various parts of campus July 8-27. Carolina Reiter, a 2007 WUSTL graduate, auditions for Celise Hicks (right), dance supervisor, and Jennifer Rudin Pearson, director of casting and talent development for Disney Theatrical Productions Ltd. Announcements Renovated McDonnell Sciences Shell Café opens Aug. 13 The cafe will feature an abundance of new items, a new and renovated atmosphere and a friendly staff. Forest Park Parkway closures During Phase One construction, the pedestrian overpass will be closed from 7 p.m.-5 a.m. nightly, except Friday and Saturday evenings. University College preview night In one hour, attendees will learn about the programs, the place and the people at University College. Washington People Juggling challenges with ease Barbara Sapienza's natural people skills help relieve concerns brought to the dean Sports Returning letter-winners to build on last year's successes More Headlines U-Pass program enhancements announced Updated MBA program at Olin reflects school's core principles WUSTL students excel in national satellite competition Huestis named associate dean for technology Expanded eligibility for retiree benefits offered Law receives National Science Foundation grant