‘Make Good Trouble’ Multimedia Contest Calls Students to Vote
Webster students are taking part in the “Make Good Trouble: Why John Lewis Inspires Me to Vote” multimedia competition. The contest encourages students to remember Lewis’ legacy. “You want to honor...
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Social movements on the rise: Students speak out for justice
Breonna Taylor was honored by students at a vigil on Sept. 27. Junior and president of the Association for African American Collegians Savanna Hulbert said this vigil was a way to help Black students...
View ArticleBridge Builders exchange program creates connection
Webster Impact Scholars have been able to travel to Dupree, South Dakota and learn about Lakota Sioux Natives due to a partnership between Bridge Builders St. Louis and the Sioux YMCA. In 2015,...
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Webster community bands together to help others vote
Community members are trying to help others overcome obstacles that stem from voting by mail. They are holding notary drives and Webster VOTES is offering to pay for postage for mail-in ballots....
View ArticleNew IMPACT Scholars program instills civic values in students
Students in the IMPACT Scholars program are learning how to serve the community while also getting the chance to broaden their skills. The IMPACT Scholars, an honors program in its second year, strives...
View ArticleStudents launch project for pre-and-post election education
Students in Social Movements and Technology Keystone Seminar worked to educate people about voting before the election. The class will continue to spread awareness for voting rights through social...
View ArticleUpdated: Campus closes for many after Thanksgiving break
An email sent to students said most classes will move to remote format after the break. Webster University will be shifting most of its St. Louis based classes to a remote format following Thanksgiving...
View ArticleDave Chappelle speaks with Webster students at Master Class event
On Nov. 5, comedian Dave Chappelle spoke with Webster students about his documentary short, “8:46” at a Master Class event. The conversation also touched on civil rights topics and the Black Lives...
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Woody-Cooper appointed to American Psychological Association
Jameca Woody-Cooper has not only taught, but inspired students. Now, she is a member of the America Psychological Association. In December 2020, Jameca Woody-Cooper, an adjunct faculty member and...
View ArticleStudents react to Bush being first Black congresswoman in Missouri
U.S. representative Cori Bush is Missouri’s first Black congresswoman. Webster student Leatrice McNeal felt her election is an inspiration to the people Bush represents. Leatrice McNeal expressed hope...
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Students receive scholarship for working on frontlines of pandemic
Over 300 webster students attend Webster virtually while also working as nurses. Webster has introduced a scholarship as a way to thank them for the work they do. Chancellor Elizabeth Stroble sat at...
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Webster targeted by scam email
The Webster Information Technology Staff alerted students to the phishing attempt on Jan. 21. Webster University students and faculty were the targets of another phishing email scam. A series of...
View ArticleWinghaven campus to close May 31
Webster’s Winghaven campus will close not close its doors for summer break in May. Instead, it will be closing forever. A decrease in enrollment has caused other campuses to meet this fate, as well....
View ArticleSevere weather leaves students stranded at home
Severe weather impacted Webster’s St. Louis campus over the week — but classes went on as scheduled, virtually. This past week, St. Louis received a snowstorm the likes of which many Webster students...
View ArticleSummer tuition reduction affects internship program
The university announced a tuition reduction for 2021 summer courses on Feb. 10. Summer school used to sound boring as a kid, but in college, it can give you a chance to get ahead. Webster University...
View ArticleDiversity, Equity and Inclusion conference promotes productive conversations...
Students and guest speakers spoke on panels on discussions about race, gender identity, sexuality and disability during the sixth annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion conference. This week, Webster...
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Counseling and Life Development office working to offer a virtual COVID-19...
One student has expressed interest in the virtual support group so far, according to Patrick Stack. The group would meet virtually on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. if the group is developed. The Webster...
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Hulsizer focused on students and faculty during his time as interim dean
Michael Hulsizer said he will listen to students and faculty and find ways to meet their needs during his time as interim dean. He is also continuing to teach. At the beginning of the year, Michael...
View ArticleBlack Lives Matter co-founder speaks at Webster
Patrisse Cullors is a co-founder of the Black Lives Matter movement. On Feb. 24, Cullors spoke as a keynote speaker at Webster’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion conference. Over 2,000 people registered...
View ArticleDiversity, Equity and Inclusion conference has record-breaking year
The sixth annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion conference welcomed keynote speakers Charlotte Clymer and Patrisse Cullors and also had 15 student speakers. Webster hosted its sixth Annual Diversity,...
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