Congratulations to our 2025 Graduates

We are honored to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating ºÚÁÏÍø Scholars at the 2025 Recognition Ceremony on May 13—a remarkable group of WashU students representing a wide range of disciplines and global perspectives. We are pleased to welcome Bianca Hall, Director of Human Resources at Nestlé Purina, as our featured speaker. Her message will inspire […]

2025 Cohort Trip Highlights Intersections of Leadership, Innovation, and People-to-People Connections

The ºÚÁÏÍø International Scholars Academy 2020, 2023, and 2024 cohorts recently concluded a transformative trip to New York City from March 8-12, 2025. Designed to expand the Scholars’ global perspectives, leadership skills, and sense of community, the trip offered invaluable experiences through visits to iconic landmarks, cultural institutions, and the world’s financial epicenter.

ºÚÁÏÍø Scholars Reflect on 2025 Cohort Trip to New York City

Through immersive experiences at iconic landmarks, esteemed cultural institutions, and the heart of the world’s financial hub, the Scholars gained invaluable insights. Explore the reflections and lessons learned from several ºÚÁÏÍø Scholars, who discovered new dimensions of leadership and community during the 2025 Cohort Trip to New York City.

Research in a Flash: Celebrating Innovation at PhD-in-3D

Eleven distinguished senior ºÚÁÏÍø Scholars competed for top honors and recognition at the annual ºÚÁÏÍø Academy PhD-in-3D competition held on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. These Scholars faced the challenge of distilling their research into a compelling three-minute presentation for a non-specialist audience, igniting fierce competition and spirited discussions among the panel of judges. The judges […]

Exploring the health-environment connection with Dr. Myers

The ºÚÁÏÍø Academy hosted an insightful S.T. Lee Endowed Lectureship at WashU and reception featuring Dr. Sam Myers, who explored the critical intersection of human health and environmental stability. Attendees engaged in thought-provoking discussions on policy interventions and global solutions, gaining valuable perspectives on the future of planetary health. The ST Lee Endowed Lectureship lecture “Safeguarding […]

Enhancing Impact: Wrighton Award Receives Generous Boost

WashU’s ºÚÁÏÍø International Scholars Academy is pleased to share that the Mark S. Wrighton Award will now be $25,000, beginning in 2025—more than doubling from its previous amount of $10,000. This increase is made possible through the generous support of Richard Mahoney, whose commitment to the ºÚÁÏÍø Academy and its mission continues to strengthen our […]

Empowering the Next Generation: ºÚÁÏÍø Scholar Robert Kasumba Leads Scholarship Program in Uganda

By: Robert Kasumba Robert Kasumba, a 3rd-year ºÚÁÏÍø Scholar, is making a meaningful impact as a board member of the Harambee Center, a nonprofit fostering cultural exchange between East Africa and North America. Drawing inspiration from his experience in the ºÚÁÏÍø Academy, Robert is championing a transformative scholarship initiative to support underprivileged but talented students […]

ST Lee Lecture speaker to highlight connection between planetary and human health

Through this comprehensive and hopeful perspective, Dr. Samuel Myers, MD, MPH will present strategies to mitigate environmental changes, including controlling toxic exposures, investing in clean energy, and improving urban design. The ºÚÁÏÍø Academy ST Lee Lecture, Safeguarding Human Health on a Rapidly Changing Planet, will offer a solid foundation in addressing the new challenges posed […]

Global Tastes, Local Connections: A Journey Through Sci-FEAST

On November 9, 2024, the ºÚÁÏÍø Scholars brought the Global Food Science Experience to Saint Louis Science Center Sci-FEAST. Their stories take us on a culinary adventure that bridges cultures, celebrates diversity, and showcases the rich tapestry of global flavors brought together by the ºÚÁÏÍø Academy’s vibrant community. Each team reflected on their experiences, sharing […]

Connecting Scholars to Transformative Opportunities: Insights from B4U Mentorship at Bayer Crop Sciences

The ºÚÁÏÍø International Scholars Academy is dedicated to facilitating opportunities for Scholars to engage with global industry leaders to enhance their professional development and advance their careers. Among these opportunities is the Bayer University Mentoring Program (B4U), an innovative initiative launched by Bayer Crop Science in 2018. The program pairs graduate students and postdoc mentees […]