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Weather Forecast - See the 5-day forecast Calendar Highlights - see the full calendar Thursday, Aug. 13 • School of Medicine Lecture — "Changing the Face of Medicine: Political Change, Personal Stories, 1849-2009" Campus Calendars - Academic calendar - Assembly Series - Graduate Professional Council calendar - Schools' calendars - 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 Decoding leukemia patient genome another step forward in cancer fight Decoding the complete DNA of cancer patients is giving School of Medicine scientists a clearer picture of the complexity of the disease and allowing them to see intriguing and unexpected genetic relationships among patients. The scientists have sequenced the genome of a second patient with acute myeloid leukemia, discovering a suite of genetic changes in the cancer cells. Helping teachers teach Tiffany Knight, Ph.D. (right), assistant professor of biology in Arts & Sciences, identifies an invasive plant to a group of high school teachers attending the Life Sciences for Global Community degree program at WUSTL this summer. Chancellor plays key role in report on energy challenges America has the potential to solve its energy crisis over the next decade, but doing so requires a substantial immediate investment in the development and deployment of emerging clean energy technologies, said Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton, vice chair of a new National Resource Council report on America's energy challenges. Orientation welcomes new students Members of the Class of 2013 and new transfer and exchange students will soon be arriving on campus and will be welcomed with a variety of activities during New Student Orientation Aug. 20-25. Ethnic profiling to be examined in series of events this fall This fall, Washington University will present "Ethnic Profiling: A Challenge to Democracy," a semester-long series exploring the history, impact and ethical issues surrounding ethnic profiling through lectures, readings, performances, panel discussions and other events. Transformative power of live theater will be hallmark of PAD's 2009-10 season For its 2009-10 season, the Performing Arts Department in Arts & Sciences will present a handful of works that together highlight both the boundless possibility and transformational power of the stage. Kharasch named interim vice chancellor for research Evan D. Kharasch, M.D., Ph.D., has been named interim vice chancellor for research. Law school admissions goes green The School of Law is leading the way in green admissions practices by committing to a paperless application process. Danforth recognized for his contributions to science Chancellor Emeritus William H. Danforth, M.D., was presented the 2009 American Society of Plant Biologists Leadership in Science Public Service Award during the annual meeting in Honolulu July 21. The award was presented in recognition of Danforth's outstanding contributions to science and society. Announcements Farmer's market at the Medical Center Local growers will bring fresh produce to a farmer's market on the School of Medicine campus each Thursday for five weeks. Whittemore House to host open house Whittemore House is hosting a member appreciation and open house event from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, with hopes of attracting new members. Theater and dance auditions The Performing Arts Department in Arts & Sciences will hold auditions for its 2009-10 theatrical season at 7 p.m. Aug. 27 and 28. Look here for 'Green Tips' from the Office of Sustainability Emergency notification sign-up Update your contact information at emergency.wustl.edu so WUSTL can reach you in an emergency. Washington People Understanding life Robert Blankenship, Ph.D., the Lucille P. Markey Distinguished Professor of Arts & Sciences, seeks to better understand one of the basics of life on earth: photosynthesis, the transformation of light, carbon dioxide and water into chemical energy in plants and some bacteria. Sports Fall sports preview More Headlines Stretch departmental funds by hiring a work-study student Warhol grant to support upcoming Kemper exhibit Tuition benefit helps juggle career and MBA program Arts & Sciences junior selected to relief initiative New Livable Lives Initiative offering faculty project grants