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All systems go
How alumnus Walter Evans left a lasting mark on control systems engineering — and everyday electronic systems in use today — with the creation of a method called root locus.
In the latest issue
March 2026
Featured
stories
Featured
stories
WashU scholars wrote the textbook on dissemination and implementation and have been building on that expertise ever since. Their work is needed now more than ever.
Evidence from a small island in Indonesia points to the successful elimination of a parasitic worm that causes a devastating tropical disease.
Third baseman Caleb Durbin mapped out his path to becoming a Major League Baseball player – by way of WashU.
Alumna Erin Blumer brings her distinct artistic sensibilities to WashU’s growing Medical Campus.
From the Chancellor
With you, we can make a world of difference
WashU kicks off With You: The WashU Campaign to secure resources needed to continue generating lasting change through vital research, patient care and educational access.
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A welcome instance of hope
Evidence from a small island in Indonesia points to the successful elimination of a parasitic worm that causes a devastating tropical disease.
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Susannah Cahalan’s third book,
The Acid Queen,
sheds light on the nearly forgotten life of Rosemary Woodruff Leary.
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Class Notes
James Demetri Kolokotronis
James Demetri Kolokotronis,
BFA ’53, received his 50-year pin from the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA). He is a Level 3-Gold instructor, the highest level of certification PSIA offers, and is certified to teach all levels of skiers and riders. To maintain the certification, Kolokotronis is required to earn continuing education units each season.
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Features
All systems go
How alumnus Walter Evans left a lasting mark on control systems engineering — and everyday electronic systems in use today — with the creation of a method called root locus.
In the latest issue
March 2026
Featured
stories
Featured
stories
WashU scholars wrote the textbook on dissemination and implementation and have been building on that expertise ever since. Their work is needed now more than ever.
Evidence from a small island in Indonesia points to the successful elimination of a parasitic worm that causes a devastating tropical disease.
Third baseman Caleb Durbin mapped out his path to becoming a Major League Baseball player – by way of WashU.
Alumna Erin Blumer brings her distinct artistic sensibilities to WashU’s growing Medical Campus.
From the Chancellor
With you, we can make a world of difference
WashU kicks off With You: The WashU Campaign to secure resources needed to continue generating lasting change through vital research, patient care and educational access.
Videos
A welcome instance of hope
Evidence from a small island in Indonesia points to the successful elimination of a parasitic worm that causes a devastating tropical disease.
Read more
View all videos
Also in this
issue
Also in this
issue
VIEW MORE FROM THIS ISSUE
Subscribe to the WashU Magazine email
On the
bookshelf
Browse the bookshelf
Susannah Cahalan’s third book,
The Acid Queen,
sheds light on the nearly forgotten life of Rosemary Woodruff Leary.
Faculty Books
Alumni Books
Alumni
Community
Alumni
Community
Class Notes
James Demetri Kolokotronis
James Demetri Kolokotronis,
BFA ’53, received his 50-year pin from the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA). He is a Level 3-Gold instructor, the highest level of certification PSIA offers, and is certified to teach all levels of skiers and riders. To maintain the certification, Kolokotronis is required to earn continuing education units each season.
View all class notes
See all upcoming events
Visit Happenings at WashU
Past issues of
WashU Magazine
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We want to hear from you
PLEASE SEND FEEDBACK TO
Magazine Editor
Washington University in St. Louis
MSC 1070-0390-02
One Brookings Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63130-4899
wustlmageditor@wustl.edu
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Advancement Services
Washington University in St. Louis
MSC 1082-414-2555
7425 Forsyth Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63105-2161
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