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Washington University in St. Louis
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Where people matter and serious work is done. Share your experiences with #WashU and look for WUSTL_Official on Instagram and Snapchat.
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There will be no dirt in Tisch Park – only “engineered, scientific soil.” Composed of sand and organic matter, this soil mix will serve as a strong foundation for the lawns, trees, and rain gardens soon to come to WashU. bit.ly/2JsYJhi
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A year-long study led by @BrownSchool associate professor tested the success of a program that educates and assists survivors of gender-based violence at Ethiopian refugee camps.
The conclusion: much work is needed to help these girls.
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“eBay buyers in Montana [are] more likely to buy a clock, a bookcase or a treadmill from, say, a Nebraskan than from a Californian.”
Why might this be? Research from Olin faculty member points to wariness of others with different political viewpoints. bit.ly/2RhwxAK
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Washington University in St. Louis
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“The increasing numbers of passive investors is encouraging activism targeted at board makeup change.” @WUSTLbusiness finds that passive investors in public companies often come with activists calling for a change in company board composition bit.ly/2JtogqK
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Washington University in St. Louis
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Are you a procrastinator? #WashU student, Jordan Gonen, shares how you can channel your procrastination into productivity: just do a lot of small tasks on your to-do list in place of the large tasks that you are procrastinating. nbcnews.to/2CTjUYw
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“What we found here is that the bacteria might look the same, but they’re not doing the same thing.”
New research identifies differences in function between healthy bacteria found in baby formula and breastmilk. The implications have yet to be studied. bit.ly/2Qa15US
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Washington University in St. Louis
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Meet Bob Criss: he has championed the Mississippi, Missouri, Meramec, & more rivers; called national attention to St. Louis flooding & floodplain development through his research; & has tackled the toughest flood issues caused by man 🚣. bit.ly/2OikMYG
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From the playground to the pool, science is all around children. Everyday MySci provides parents with activities that allow children to explore, wonder at & discover all of the science in everyday life, nurturing their natural scientific curiosities. bit.ly/2SgfHmY
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ICYMI: We want to hear and celebrate your story! Tell us why you chose @WUSTL using #WhyWashU. pic.twitter.com/TnbbhenulD
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Get this! The cerebellum is important for more than just roadside sobriety tests, new research suggests. It plays a crucial role in editing and enhancing other cerebral functions, such as thinking and planning. n.pr/2AyKFAc
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Washington University in St. Louis
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1 nov. |
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Edison Theatre’s very own festival of lights: this year’s Diwali show seeks to showcase the many South Asian cultures that celebrate the holiday. The show features art forms from all over South Asia, in addition to an entertaining yet enlightening skit. bit.ly/2yHsln2
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“We are all affected by climate change, and it is imperative to work collaboratively to overcome what many regard as the biggest challenge we face.” WashU & 20 other universities across the globe pledge to reduce their collective carbon footprints. bit.ly/2J9XlQw
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Washington University in St. Louis
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What’s new at the Gateway Arch?
🏛Visitor center and museum
🚲Biking and jogging paths
🎤Free concert series
🧘Yoga classes
& more!
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Does your political leaning influence who you buy from? @WUSTLbusiness professor discovers a sales divide between red and blue states – determined by a perceived “cultural distance” between the buyer and seller. bit.ly/2RhwxAK
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Upholding St. Louis' tradition of literary excellence: Nationally and internationally acclaimed author, @WUSTLArtSci Professor Gerald Early wins the 2018 Tradition of Literary Excellence Award! bit.ly/2P0KbM5
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The mastermind behind the scenes: the cerebellum, a region in the brain previously thought to only control movement, spends most of its time coordinating and perfecting our higher-order cognitions - from attention & memory to decision making & planning. bit.ly/2SqCFIe
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A new recipe for beer: Archaeologist Xinyi Liu suggests we turn to other grains for beer production as temperatures climb and the climate becomes inhospitable for barley production. bit.ly/2Jddi8u
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When it comes to choosing a career path, take your time!
“When we focus so much of our time and efforts on understanding each career path, we are in danger of forgetting to spend time understanding ourselves.” bit.ly/2CYlY2l
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Washington University in St. Louis
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“We have an explanation for all the bad ideas people have when they’re drunk.”
Researchers determine the primary role of the cerebellum: quality control. Under the influence of alcohol, the cerebellum cannot adequately “edit” our thoughts & behaviors. n.pr/2AyKFAc
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Washington University in St. Louis
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Planes, trains, and automobiles? Check out the many forms of transportation here at #WashU!
🚇Metro Transit
🚲Biking
🚌Shuttles
🚖Guaranteed Ride Home
🚘Car sharing
🚨Noonlight
🚙Future east end parking facility
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