University College at Washington University in St. Louis is now the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS). The new name reflects the university’s commitment to serve adult learners of all ages and backgrounds through focused degrees and custom programs that align with the St. Louis job market. “At Washington University, we believe that education […]
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Alumnus Jamie Kenyon featured as 2023 WashU Class Act
When Jamie Kenyon says sustainability matters, what he means is St. Louisans matter. “The planet is going to be fine. It’s the people who will suffer if we don’t take steps to make St. Louis a more sustainable place,” said Kenyon, who is scheduled to graduate from Washington University in St. Louis in May with […]
Program prepares employees for high-demand, high-paying nursing jobs
Pre-nursing program, in partnership with Goldfarb School of Nursing, meets needs of working adults with little or no college Erica Jenkins’ path to nursing started 19 years ago in the Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. That’s where she spent day and night with her son Jaylon, a 26-week preemie who weighed less […]
Two International Affairs students report findings in NGA open source publication
Western sanctions targeting Russia have stalled Russian-Chinese energy projects in the Arctic and stymied China’s attempts to establish a foothold in the region, according to a new report by WashU former University College, now the School of Continuing & Professional Studies, students Matt Jones and Seth Stevenson, in partnership with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Through the use […]
WashU alumna among selected for 2022 Young Leaders Awards
Terri Williams, School of Continuing & Professional Studies (formerly University College) alumna and Development Manager Marian Middle School, was inducted into the 2022 class of Salute to Young Leader award recipients, along with 24 accomplished African-American professionals under age 40. Nominated by colleagues, friends, and family, they are chosen by their peers and will be […]