Around the WU: Coming up in sports
A list of upcoming sporting matches at Washington University.
Getting back on their feet
The Washington University men’s and women’s cross country teams look to continue last season’s success as they kick of the season this Saturday. In its only home event of the season, the Bears host the Washington University Early Bird meet at the Central Fields in Forest Park.
Health Beat
As we arrive back on campus, many “get-togethers” occur to celebrate reuniting with our friends. Much to my disappointment, it is rare to come across vegetable platters or fruit bowls at these events-you are much more likely to find dishes of the usual chips, cookies and candy.
Romance 101
A new school year is starting. You’re signing up for new classes. You’re meeting new people. You may be moving into a new apartment or dorm. You may be joining new clubs, choosing a new major, or hanging out in different places on the weekends than you did last year.
Stepping Out
Just off of the Loop near Blueberry Hill, Boosters Caf‚ is now up, running and waiting to greet its first customers.
Opened this summer, Boosters offers a casual, relaxed dining experience at low prices.
Free things to do in the lou
Whether you’re still hurting from the cost of books, or you just don’t like spending money, don’t let your cost-conscious status keep you from traveling St. Louis. There are plenty of free activities in town that can provide a few hours or even an entire day of entertainment.
Pulse
A peek at some of the events happening on campus this weekend.
Construction continued over summer
As the majority of Washington University students were away from campus this summer, construction across campus progressed and advanced the development of several capital projects currently underway.
“We make a big effort to do the stuff that is outside the project sites during the summer,” said Steve Rackers, manager of capital projects and records.
W.I.L.D. expands to include Sugarhill Gang
New group joins as fourth act to this fall’s W.I.L.D.
South 40 Sunshine offers tanning
Washington University students are known for their intelligence, work ethic and community awareness, and starting this year, for their great tans.
South 40 Sunshine, a student-run business located in the Gregg storefronts recently opened to provide sunless tans for the University community.