Connect with Immigrants in Our Community: Conversations with EMPOWER Students at Delmar Divine

_{Tuesday, Feb. 25, 6 - 8 p.m., Delmar Divine A100}

Rescheduled from last week! Join an EMPOWER course and participate as a conversation partner with our students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies. By participating, you will connect with a newcomer to both the US and St. Louis. Conversation partners not only help students improve their oral English proficiency, but they also help our students feel connected to their community by meeting people outside of their small social circles.

Please plan to arrive to Delmar Divine by 5:45 p.m. Following a brief welcome and program overview, we will provide you with a conversation guide, pair you with students, and help you facilitate group conversation. Following this group activity, students will participate in a Q&A with EMPOWER staff. Learn more and register.

NEW! Labor, Regulation, and the Changing Economy

_{Monday, Feb. 24, 3 - 5 p.m., Emerson Auditorium}

Join the Weidenbaum Center for a conversation on labor and regulatory policy, from a politically diverse panel of experts. This dynamic discussion will highlight workforce trends, tariffs, immigration, and the potential shifts ahead. Expect thoughtful insights, informed debate, and a range of perspectives on one of the most pressing issues shaping our economy: Labor. Panelists include Rick Barrett, Jake Rosenfeld, Jonathan Wolfson, and moderator Pauline Kim. Learn more and RSVP.

NEW! Civic Café: Learning to Disagree with John Inazu

_{Wednesday, Feb. 26, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Stix House}

In a tense cultural climate, is it possible to disagree productively and respectfully without compromising our convictions? Join us for our weekly Civic Café as we hear from Professor John Inazu, the Sally D. Danforth Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion and author of author of "Learning to Disagree: The Surprising Path to Navigating Differences with Empathy and Respect." In his book, Professor Inazu reveals the surprising path to learning how to disagree in ways that build new bridges with our neighbors, coworkers, and loved ones — and help us find better ways to live joyfully in a complex society. Learn more and RSVP.

Spring Break in St. Louis: Interfaith in Action: March 9 - 12, 2025

_{Apply to participate on a rolling basis.} 

Take part in immersive neighborhood trips, hands-on community engagement activities, and dialogue with other program participants. Graduate and undergraduate students of any or no religious backgrounds are invited to apply. The priority application deadline has passed, but applications may still be accepted on a rolling basis as spots are available. This program is hosted by the Office for Religious, Spiritual & Ethical Life in collaboration with Cross-Cultural Connections and Campus Life. Learn more and sign up.

Vision Film Screening and Panel Discussion 

_{Tuesday, March 4, 5 - 7 p.m., Steinberg Auditorium}

Come enjoy a screening and panel discussion of “Vision.” The film follows Louis, a 17-year-old visual artist from North St. Louis who meets a mysterious man who gives him a pair of sunglasses that empowers him to see the potential all around him. Louis must decide if he will use his newfound vision for his own purposes or for the greater good of the community around him. Panelists include: Bobby Norfolk, actor and activist; Lucas Rouggly, Founder of LovetheLou; Christin Simpson, FNP-C and co-founder of The Village Keepers; and Nat Hilterbrand, program manager at Sam Fox School. Learn more and RSVP.

NEW! Civic Café: Bills, Budgets, and Bans: Missouri Legislative Session Rundown

_{Wednesday, March 5, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Stix House}

Join us for a Civic Café featuring Amy Blouin, MSW, the founder, president, and CEO of the Missouri Budget Project, and Anna Shabsin, JD MSW, Assistant Dean for Social Policy at the Brown School. From bills relating to foster children, tax cuts, housing choice vouchers, education, public safety, and gender, the 2025 Missouri Legislative session has the potential to have significant impacts on all aspects of our lives. Get a rundown of the 2025 Missouri legislative session to learn about the bills with a likelihood to pass and how you can make your opinions heard. Learn more and RSVP.

NEW! Apply for the Center for the Study of Race, Ethnicity & Equity Fellowships

_{Apply by Tuesday, March 18.}

Apply for the The CRE2 Graduate Fellowship or The CRE2 Race and Ethnicity Scholars fellowship, supporting both incoming and advanced PhD students interested in the study of race and ethnicity.

The CRE2 Graduate Fellowship is a legacy program for outstanding doctoral students newly admitted to WashU who are interested in the study of race and ethnicity. The CRE2 Race and Ethnicity Scholars fellowship is offered annually to three graduate students whose works aligns with race, ethnicity, and equity. Based on a review of good-standing as fellows and progress towards the degree, the fellowship is renewable for an additional year. Learn more and apply.

NEW! Apply to be a Facilitator for "The Date" Fall 2025 

_{Apply by Monday, March 31 on Handshake}

The RSVP Center is hiring passionate undergraduate students to help facilitate their relationship and sexual violence prevention program during the 2025 Fall Freshman Orientation Week! You can learn more about this position on Handshake. Learn more and apply.

NEW! Volunteer with the St. Louis Public Schools Foundation

_{Thursday, Feb. 27 - March 7, various locations.}

The St. Louis Public Schools Foundation is looking for volunteers for their book packing and distribution project. This initiative distributes Home Library kits for over 1,200 students, helping to ensure students have additional resources to read, learn, and grow beyond the classroom. This year, the Foundation is partnering with the District in piloting this initiative at: Ashland Elementary School, Hickey Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Carr Lane Visual & Performing Arts Middle School, and Yeatman-Liddell Preparatory Middle School. Learn more and volunteer!

NEW! Volunteer for the Crossing Delmar Collaborative Project

_{Tuesday, March 4 - April 1, various locations.}

YourWords STL is seeking volunteers for "Crossing Delmar," a collaborative project bringing together students from Ritenour Middle School and St. Louis Priory. 84 seventh-graders will participate in a friendly STEAM competition and creative writing workshops, culminating in a presentation, in order to develop empathy among individuals and the community. Volunteers are needed as teaching assistants. There are multiple opportunities to support this program, and locations include COCA, Ritenour Middle School, and Priory. Learn more and register.

NEW! A Volunteer Visit Makes a Difference: VITAS Healthcare

Various dates and locations.

VITAS Healthcare is looking for volunteers who can share their time with hospice patients residing in nursing homes and their own homes. Volunteers visit VITAS patients to provide specific, non- medical care through socialization and friendly visits. Patient care volunteers offer companionship, play music and games, read to patients, and help in other meaningful ways. This volunteer position would involve visiting a patient around one to two hours a week, and days and times are flexible according to your availability. Learn more about VITAS Volunteer Services, and contact Emily for more information about the program.

NEW! Volunteer with Urban City Services: St. Louis Winter Outreach

Various dates, 711 Allen Ave.

Volunteer with Urban City Services, a local, grassroots nonprofit, to support their Winter Outreach Programs. Programs include their winter emergency pop-up shelters, which activate when temperatures are 25 degrees and below. Volunteers welcome and register guests, serve dinner, and help with clean-up. Learn more and volunteer.

Apply for a Museum Collections Internship at Jefferson Barracks

_{Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.}

Jefferson Barracks Historic Site is seeking a Museum Collections intern to begin in May 2025! The position will assist our curator in collection management and care. The position is unpaid and can fulfill course requirements for any prospective professional. Undergraduate and graduate students are both welcome to apply. If you have any questions, contact Jeffrey Edison. For those interested in being part of our summer team, please contact the JB staff at JBHistory@stlouiscountymo.gov.

NEW! 2025 Korean American Grassroots Conference Congressional Fellowship

_{Apply by Friday, March 7, 4 p.m. CT}

The Korean American Grassroots Conference (KAGC) Congressional Fellowship program operates as a launching pad for undergraduate students with an interest in learning public policy and advocating for Korean American communities. Undergraduate students serve in a congressional office in Washington D.C. for 10 weeks for the duration of summer 2025. During their internship, fellows will assist on issues related to Korea and the Korean American community; however, the scope of service is not limited to any one subject. Through this opportunity, students will gain a first-hand expectation in public service, policy-making processes, and national efforts towards civic engagement. Learn more and apply.

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities National Internship Program

_{Applications accepted on a rolling basis.}

Curious to get paid experience working in a federal agency over the summer? Consider applying for an internship with Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)! Internship placements include the NSF, NASA, the SEC, the USDA, and more. All majors, races, and ethnicities are welcome to apply. Learn more and apply.

Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership Public Service Internship

_{Applications accepted on a rolling basis.}

Interested in pursuing a career in the public sphere? Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership's (CAPAL) Public Service Internship Program places Asian American undergraduate and graduate students within the public sector in the Washington, DC area and throughout the United States. Intern duties may include policy or scientific research, project coordination and management, business, law, communications, and more. Placements may be in rural or urban areas, such as Wisconsin, Hawaii, and California. Applicants can apply for internships for Spring 2025, Summer 2025, and Fall 2025. Learn more and apply here.

Watch the "In the Lou" video
Online, anytime. 

The “New In the Lou” initiative invites you to explore St. Louis. Whether you’ve just arrived at your dorm room via Lambert International Airport, or you are a lifelong resident currently residing in University City, by way of Maplewood but originally from Collinsville, Illinois, there is much to learn and understand about this city and region. Watch it now. The video is complemented by New in the Lou: A Guide to Being and Engaged Member of St. Louis, brought to you by the Gephardt Institute. It introduces our values, key concepts of civic engagement, and opportunities to engage in St. Louis. Print copies are available. Learn more. 

United Way St. Louis Volunteer Center
Navigate local volunteer opportunities by date, location, passions, professional skills, and more. Learn More. 

Low Impact Dining at WashU
The pandemic has changed many aspects of our lives, including the way we eat. Dining Services and the Office of Sustainability are doubling down on programs that enable and encourage low impact dining. These efforts include the re-introduction of reusable to-go containers, eco2go, and the distribution of free utensil sets, among others. Learn More.

Brown School Webinars
Join Brown School faculty, alumni and community members for free webinars. You will receive Zoom meeting information by email the morning of that Open Classroom event. Learn More.

For the Culture Black-Owned Business Map
Find Black-owned businesses near you by exploring this interactive map.