MEDIA ADVISORY

Washington University Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton to be honored as Citizen of the Year March 25

WHAT: 2007 Citizen of the Year celebration

WHO: WUSTL Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton will be honored as the 2007 Citizen of the Year. Sponsored and administered by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the annual award honors outstanding individuals who have made lasting contributions to the greater St. Louis area.

The award is presented to the individual who best exemplifies an inspirational level of citizenship, leadership in generating civic pride, and dedication to the growth and vitality of St. Louis.

In his remarks, Chancellor Wrighton will outline his vision for the future direction of Washington University in St. Louis.

WHEN: 4-5 p.m., Tuesday, March 25

WHERE: Graham Chapel. Mult boxes will be available.

PARKING: Parking is available in the lot to the south and east of Whitaker Hall, located east of Forest Park Parkway and Hoyt Drive.

For more information, call Steve Givens at (314) 935-5408 or (314) 401-2072.