Why are superheroes so popular?
Superhero expert Peter Coogan, lecturer in American culture studies and author of the book “Superhero: the Secret Origin of a Genre,” discusses why superheroes are so popular and the origins of the superhero genre.
The shifting First Amendment
Gregory Magarian, professor of law, explains how the Supreme Court has turned the First Amendment on its head.
Big Idea: Cortex
Welcome to Cortex, an innovation community started in 2002 thanks to a lead investment from Washington University. Drone footage takes you through the formerly blighted industrial complex that is now a hip mixed-use space and home to more than 5,800 jobs. This is Cortex.
TransYouth Project: Building bridges of acceptance
Psychologist Kristina Olson, BA ’03, wins one of science’s most prestigious awards for her research on identity.
TEDx WashU Max Klapow
Max Klapow is a William H. Danforth Scholar and research assistant in the Diversity Sciences Lab. The Class of 2021 Arts & Sciences student presented at TEDxWUSTL about radical empathy in April 2019.
A trusted adviser
Chancellor Martin’s former students describe a mentor who was focused and insightful, as well as warm and thoughtful.