
The first class of graduates from KIPP St. Louis gathered for a pennant ceremony in Graham Chapel June 23. Washington University serves as sponsor to KIPP St. Louis’ four public charter schools. The graduates, most of whom joined the program in elementary school, received $2.7 million in scholarship support. (Photo by Jim Phelan)

Julio Chang mixes up a batch of boiling mud with the help of vinegar and baking soda as a friend looks on. (Photo: Joe Angeles/Washington University)
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