The McDonnell Academy Cabot Corporation-Xinsheng Zhang Endowed Lectureship at WashU hosted a discussion with Ali Wyne. As Crisis Group’s Senior Research and Advocacy Adviser, U.S.-China, Ali reports on and analyses the development of U.S. policy toward China in the U.S. Congress and the executive branch. October 10, 2024 | Knight Center | Danforth Campus | WashU A […]
The McDonnell Scholars Academy is thrilled to partner with the Saint Louis Science Center to bring the “Global Food Science Experience” to the St. Louis community on Nov 9th, aligning with WashU’s commitment to deepen and strengthen the longstanding ties with our region. We are WashU in St. Louis, for St. Louis, and with St. Louis Saint Louis Science Center’s […]
Changqing Chen An expert in multi-functional materials, Changqing Chen advances the digital transformation globally by developing mechanical meta-materials that function as mechanical computers and store memory. He heads the Department of Engineering Mechanics at Tsinghua University, where he serves as Professor of Mechanics and formerly directed the Institute of Solid Mechanics. Prior to Tsinghua, he […]
The McDonnell Academy Cabot Corporation-Xinsheng Zhang Endowed Lectureship at Washington University in St. Louis presents a discussion on US-China relations. A U.S. “Consensus” on China Policy? Moving Beyond a Misguided Narrative Thursday, October 10, 3:30 PM Anheuser Busch Dining RoomCharles F. Knight Executive Education & Conference CenterDanforth Campus, WashU A reception will immediately follow the presentation and […]
Together, We Lead Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) and the McDonnell Scholars Academy are dedicated to fostering global engagement and international partnerships. The McDonnell Scholars Academy at WashU exemplifies our commitment to global education. Nurturing Global Leaders for a Better Tomorrow For nearly 20 years, the McDonnell Scholars Academy has a dual mission. First, we […]
The day after WashU’s 2024 commencement, the McDonnell Academy hosted a recognition ceremony to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of our graduating Scholars. The event was marked by a sense of celebration and accomplishment as each Scholar received their recognition certificate, marking their transition from students to Scholars for Life. These Scholars have excelled in various […]
Welcome to Recognition Ceremony 2024. The McDonnell Scholars Academy at Washington University will host its annual recognition ceremony. Tuesday, May 14, 2024Charles F. Knight Center Danforth Campus Our graduating students, Scholars for Life, will give brief remarks during the ceremony and will be individually recognized as they receive their certificates. Registration is closed. Meet the […]
Celebrating Connections: Highlighting the St. Louis McDonnell Academy Alumni Reception We recently had the pleasure of hosting the St. Louis McDonnell Academy Alumni Reception, a great event that brought together a wonderful group St. Louis alumni, along with their families. The event facilitated the reconnection of old friends and the formation of new connections amid […]
Join the McDonnell Academy 5th-year PhD students at the upcoming PhDin3D Competition. Similar to the University of Queensland’s 3MT Competition, this event promises an evening of engaging presentations based on research being conducted at WashU. April 10, 2024 | 5:30 PM Charles F. Knight Center, Room 210Danforth Campus Brilliant minds, groundbreaking research, and just three […]
This spring, McDonnell Scholars from the 2022 and 2023 cohorts visited the nation’s capital to experience first-hand Washington, D.C.’s political and cultural landscape, expand their professional network, and build personal connections through their shared experience. Joining them on the trip were founding benefactor, John McDonnell, and Chancellor Emeritus Mark Wrighton, both of whom remain actively […]