Travel Safety Memo
July 18, 2025 We would like to alert you to the following updates to our travel guidance issued during the conflict between Israel and Iran: The university’s contracted international security provider, Crisis24 (who provides our emergency evacuation services), has indicated to us that they will resume reviewing requests for travel to Israel, Gaza, and the […]
Independent International Experiences
Know before you go For travelers who plan to participate in international experiences that are not sponsored or supported by WashU, below are questions that may help you assess the opportunity or program to see if it fits your needs. These topics may help in your personal preparation for travel. This list is not exhaustive, […]
External Health and Safety Resources
The resources below are a collection of health and safety resources from outside agencies that represent subject matter expertise in their areas. Please use these resources for a comprehensive understanding of your travel risks. Government departments Health agencies
Taiwan MOE-WashU Fellows
An esteemed group of scholars, the Taiwan Ministry of Education-Washington University Fellows, represent a select cohort from diverse disciplines. These fellows are granted tuition coverage, a monthly stipend for living expenses, and an annual travel allowance through the combined support of Washington University in St. Louis and the Taiwan Ministry of Education. Meet our current […]
Remote sensing and global modeling key to understanding pollution
In research supported by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, Randall Martin and his colleagues proposed a way to obtain a broader, more accurate view of pollution.
Taiwan MOE Fellowship
Washington University in St. Louis and the Taiwan Ministry of Education continue their partnership to attract and educate highly talented students to pursue their PhD. Since 2012, the Taiwan Ministry of Education (MOE) and WashU have jointly supported more than 55 PhD students in the Taiwan MOE-WashU Fellowship in a range of programs such as biomedical sciences, engineering and applied sciences, […]
Russ Shaw: champion of the London tech sector
For Russ Shaw, BSBA ’85, the founder of Tech London Advocates and Global Tech Advocates, achieving the honorary title Commander of the British Empire (CBE) was a shock.
La Comunidad: a cultural home for a diverse community
In 2023, a dedicated group of WashU alumni celebrated the launch of La Comunidad, or “the community,” a new alumni network focused on engaging and connecting the university’s Hispanic, Latinx, and Latin American graduates.
Gülcan Yayla expands employment opportunities for youth
Gülcan Yayla, MBA/MSW ’17, is co-founder and CEO of Patika.dev, which helps companies hire tech talent in cohorts through tailor-designed classes.
Of Dishes, Taste, and Class: History of Food in the Middle East
The course provides students with the opportunity to understand human beings and human communities from the vantage point of their food habits.