New Online Degree Programs for Working Adults

New Online Degree Programs for Working Adults
For students considering an online program for an associate’s degree, or students who already have credits from another institution, CAPS offers the right fit for a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

The Most Interesting Career You’ve Never Heard Of

The Most Interesting Career You’ve Never Heard Of
Annette Crymes discusses her career working in foreign countries—Botswana, South Africa, Jordan, Turkey, Greece, and Peru, to name a few—collaborating with native populations to help them make use of their valuable indigenous plants.

Why This Prolific Data Scientist Chose WashU

Why This Prolific Data Scientist Chose WashU
We spoke with recent alumni Bryan Goggin, a first-generation college graduate who decided to go back to school and finish his degree at WashU. Goggin is now a data analyst at Bayer.

How To Become A Power Woman In Business

How To Become A Power Woman In Business
We recently sat down with Valerie Davisson, chief people officer of At Home and alum of WashU. Read about her story and journey to success.

The Future of the Environment and Workforce Sustainability

The Future of the Environment and Workforce Sustainability
We recently sat down and spoke with our sustainability program coordinator, Mary Ann Lazarus, to discuss available sustainability programs, offerings, and options at the School of Continuing & Professional Studies.

How a Professional Writer Crafts a Short Story

How a Professional Writer Crafts a Short Story
We sat down with David Schuman, Director of the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program in creative writing, who broke down how writers make effective storytelling choices, the mechanics of craft, and the elements of creative writing that can be taught.

Spotlight on Summer School Classes

Spotlight on Summer School Classes
The variety of classes available at WashU during the summer range far and wide, from beer brewing, dance and history to required prerequisites. Learn more about our summer school experience in this recent interview with the director of Summer School.

Ignite Your Creativity With an Inspiring Class

Ignite Your Creativity With an Inspiring Class
Third Degree Glass Factory features several highly popular glassworking courses offered as electives to students, where students can take glassblowing, flameworking, fused glass, or a sampler course that’s an introduction to all three.

Here’s What A Mid-Career Shift Really Looks Like

Here’s What A Mid-Career Shift Really Looks Like
Alumna Paula Carey recently discussed her journey in higher education and how WashU helped her successfully evolve into the leader she is today, making the shift from real estate to nonprofit work.