St. Louis by the Dozen, a new program launched by the First Year Center this fall, aims to integrate Washington University freshmen into the greater St. Louis community. As part of the program, faculty members take groups of 12 freshmen to various attractions and public events around the city to familiarize the students with local culture and traditions.

Sharon Stahl, associate dean in the College of Arts & Sciences, will leave her position as the Director of the Life Sciences Pre-Professional Program and head up Washington University’s new First Year Center.