Aidan Strassmann

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The college patron’s guide to dining out

As a formerly shy and awkward customer at restaurants, here are my tips for how to be the best damn patron in the dining room:

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LA Philharmonic violinist discusses music’s role in mental health

Vijay Gupta, a violinist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and a mental health advocate, spoke about his visits to marginalized communities—like homeless shelters, prisons and mental health facilities— in Graham Chapel on Tuesday.

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Men’s soccer battles to stalemate against No. 1 Chicago

In a quiet conclusion to what has been a roller coaster of regular season play, the Washington University men’s soccer team posted a 0-0 tie against undefeated No. 1 University of Chicago in double overtime Saturday night.

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‘Oy with the Poodles already!’: A day at Coffee Cartel in Stars Hollow

As fans of “Gilmore Girls” know, hundreds of coffee shops across the country transformed into Luke’s Diner last week, including Coffee Cartel in the Central West End.

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Physics homework in Spin Alley

Behind the glitz and glamor of talk shows lies a dizzying maze of cables, monitors and recording stations.

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New course evaluation system aims to increase student responses

A new course evaluations program is coming to the College of Arts & Sciences, the School of Engineering & Applied Science and the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts starting this fall.

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Phyllis Schlafly, recipient of Wash. U. honorary degree, dies at the age of 92

Phyllis Schlafly, a Washington University alumna and prominent St. Louis politicial activist, died of cancer Monday at her home in Ladue, Mo. at age 92.

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RSVP Center begins ‘Stand By Me’ relationship violence prevention program for sophomores

The Washington University Rape and Sexual Violence Prevention Center has pledged to train all sophomores living in Residential Life housing in relationship violence prevention through a new online program entitled Stand By Me.

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OWN IT discussion highlights positive psychology, community engagement

Over 30 students discussed community involvement at OWN IT: WashU’s spring event Tuesday in a way that mirrored the “break-out session” structure of their upcoming fall summit.

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