Five years of sports milestones
Senior athletes say goodbye to Wash. U.
This year has been a historic one for Washington University athletics. Volleyball recaptured the national title after a three-year hiatus, overcoming top opponents, whom that it had lost to earlier in the season in the NCAA tournament. Men’s soccer reached the Sectional Finals of the NCAA Division III Championship, ending the year as the sixth-ranked team nationally.
Stepping Out
For the Commencement issue, we decided to try a restaurant we had never been to before that would be a good choice for eating with parents. The well-reviewed Sidney Street Café seemed like the perfect place for a graduation dinner. With a large menu that changes sporadically, and truly delicious food, Sidney Street Café did not disappoint.
Word on the Street
What was the best part of your four years at Washington University in St. Louis?
Stepping Out: other graduation restaurants
A map of the best restaurants to go to before and after graduation Pomme Restaurant 40 North Central Avenue St. Louis, MO 63105 Pomme is a classic French bistro with 14 tables and impeccable service, located right in downtown Clayton. Be sure to try the lamb, duck confit and apples for Olivia.
Students organize to protest Schlafly degree
More than 30 students representing Washington University’s graduate and undergraduate schools met today to begin planning a protest of the University’s decision to award Phyllis Schlafly an honorary degree. Many of those in attendance were members of the Class of 2008, but several professors, community members and underclassmen took part in the discussion as well.
Six to receive honorary degrees at Commencement
Six scholars, each with expertise in a different field, will receive honorary degrees at Washington University’s 147th Commencement Ceremony on May 16.
The recipients include Chris Matthews, a political commentator on MSNBC who will also give the Commencement address; Quincy Jones, a music composer and film and television producer; Lee Seng Tee, a business executive and philanthropist of the arts; Washington University Professor Egon Schwarz, an expert in 19th and 20th century German literature; Jessie Ternberg, a professor emeritus of pediatrics and pediatric surgery at the University who helped open the door for women into the medical profession; and Phyllis Schlafly, a national leader of the conservative movement.
Seniors reflect on final year
Seniors took advantage of their last year at Washington University to hold special events and bond as a class.
The senior class trip to Madison, Wis. was the first big event of the school year to kick off the last semesters at Washington University. Senior Class Council organized the trip, and they provided transportation, booked hotels, and provided guidebooks.
Chris Matthews to deliver Commencement address
Chris Matthews, host of MSNBC’s “Hardball,” will deliver the keynote address at Washington University’s 147th Commencement on May 16.
Chancellor Mark Wrighton says Matthews is a good choice because he is in touch with current social and political issues.
Speakers stir controversy on campus
Around the nation, the 2007-2008 school year saw controversial speakers stirring discussion and debate on college campuses.
The trend began in September when Columbia University drew national attention after inviting Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to speak on the university’s campus in New York.