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April 29, 2005 Volume 29 No. 31 Wellington University in St. Louis Antibody cures West Nile virus in mice BY MICHAEL C. PURDY survival rate after West Nile infec- "They also suggest antibody-based explore new Diamond said. "It also completely tion, scientists found that single therapeutics may have a broader possibilities for protected against death from the A newly developed monoclon- doses of the antibodies given soon utility against other infectious treating related disease." al antibody can cure mice after infection could boost sur- diseases." viruses that are Researchers will report their infected with the West Nile vival rates to 90 percent or higher. He pointed out that Macroge- more prolific results in the May issue of Nature virus, according to University sci- "To our knowledge, these ex- nics Inc. of Rockville, Md., a com- causes of hu- Medicine. entists. periments are the first successful pany that contributed to the study man disease In 2004, West Nile virus repor- If further studies confirm the demonstration of the use of a and licensed the antibody from and death. tedly caused 2,470 infections and effectiveness and safety of the humanized antibody as a post- the University, must complete "We could 88 deaths in the United States. antibody, it could become one of exposure therapy against a viral other preliminary studies before Diamond give a single Most infections with the virus are the first monoclonal antibodies disease," said senior investigator the antibody can be tested in hu- dose of this mild or symptom-free, but infec- used as a treatment for an infec- Michael S. Diamond, M.D., Ph.D., mans. But Diamond and his col- antibody to mice as long as five tions in people with weakened tious disease. assistant professor of molecular leagues are excited both by the days after infection, when West immune systems and those over In a strain of mice that nor- microbiology, of pathology and apparent potency of the antibody Nile virus had entered the brain, 50 sometimes lead to serious corn- mally has only about a 10 percent immunology and of medicine. and its potential to help them and it could still cure them," See Antibody, Page 6 Syverud is named School of Law dean BY JESSICA MARTIN that he was stepping down as Vanderbilt's law dean effective Kent D. Syverud, J.D., dean of June 30, 2005. the Vanderbilt University Law "I think we succeeded in hir- School, has been named dean of ing the most talented law school the WUSTL School of Law effec- dean candidate in the country," tive Jan. 1, according to Chancel- Keating said. "Kent Syverud has a lor Mark S. Wrighton. national reputation for excellence Syverud will also become the and integrity in everything that Ethan A.H. Shepley University he does. Professor. "While he was dean at Van- Joel Seligman, J.D, who came derbilt Law School, Kent was par- to WUSTL in 1999 to serve as law ticularly effective in reaching out dean, will become president of to alumni, in recruiting and re- the University of Rochester July 1. taining the best faculty, and in Prior to Syverud's arrival, strengthening Vanderbilt's career Daniel L. Keating, J.D, WUSTL's services opera- associate dean for academic af- tion. Joel fairs and the Tyrrell Williams Pro- Seligman is a fessor of Law, will serve as dean. very tough act "I am delighted that Kent to follow, but I Syverud has agreed to serve as am confident dean of the School of Law," Wrigh- that Kent will ton said. "Kent has been an im- oversee another pressive force at Vanderbilt. His great era at the outstanding leadership and schol- School of Law." arship will be an integral part of Syverud Keating Washington University School of chaired the Law's continued development as search committee that recom- one of the nation's premier law mended Syverud. It S 3 beautiful day University community members (from left) Yang Gao, Huiyun Shan and schools. Among his accomplishments Zihan Huang perform Qing FengXIan Qing, or Wild Wind and Happiness, a Han folk dance that "Kent is a very experienced at Vanderbilt are the complete portrays a picture of a Chinese town on a sunny spring day. The performance was part of the academic leader, and I welcome design, construction and fund- George Warren Brown School of Social Work's 11th annual International Festival April 22 in his taking on special projects and raising for a $24 million law Brown Hall. The theme of this year's event was "Crossroads: Celebrating One World." interdisciplinary initiatives for the school facility; and the creation of University, in addition to his re- a law and business program, an sponsibilities as law dean. I espe- L.L.M. program for foreign law- cially look forward to working yers, and clinical programs on do- Student Worker Alliance sit-in comes to an end with him as a member of the mestic violence and community BY ANDY CLENDENNEN nies that provide basic services to the University on a University Council." economic development. 1 contractual basis to assure conformity with the com- Syverud is looking forward to He also recruited 30 new fac- After nearly three weeks of protesting, approximate- mitments made in the "Principles and Guidelines for his new post. ulty members and launched a $40 ly 14 members of the Student Worker Alliance Basic Service Contracts," which became University "Washington University has million capital campaign that will (SWA) agreed to call off their sit-in in South Brook- policy last fall. In addition, the University is opening a great law school within a great conclude in June 2008. ings Hall and Brookings Quadrangle when presented expanded discussions to determine if improvements university, and I am honored to with a letter from Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton can be made, especially on worker health-care issues. be coming to St. Louis to join its About Kent Syverud April 22. • The University will join the Workers Rights faculty," Syverud said. "I love Van- Syverud has established an extra- In the letter, Wrighton again outlined what the Consortium, in addition to its present membership derbilt and have benefited so ordinary reputation as a scholar University has committed to do and set forth some in the Fair Labor Association, to maintain its policy much from my colleagues here. in legal education, complex litiga- additional steps to be addressed at the end of the sit-in. of supporting international and national efforts pro- I hope to be a worthy steward at tion, insurance and civil proce- The University agreed to do the following: moting respect for labor rights around the world. Washington University as well." dure. He is the author of numer- • Beginning in the 2005-06 fiscal year, the Univer- • The University respects the rights and decisions Syverud announced in 2003 See Syverud, Page 6 sity will commit $500,000 toward improving the of employees to choose to be represented by a union wages and benefits of lower-paid service workers. and to collectively bargain with their employer. The Also, beginning in the 2006-07 fiscal year, the Univer- University is committed to remaining neutral in the sity will commit an additional $500,000 annually labor-relations decisions of its independent service "I think we succeeded in hiring the most talented toward the same purpose, bringing the annual total contractors and their employees. law school dean candidate in the country.... to $1 million. • The University will strive to do business with • The University will appoint a team to review service contractors who recognize, support and re- Joel Seligman is a very tough act to follow, University priorities with the intent of identifying spect fair labor practices. In selecting service contrac- but I am confident that Kent will oversee what additional resources might be available to tors, adherence to fair labor practices will be a criteri- address the ongoing needs of lower-paid service on for selection, in addition to those criteria already another great era at the School of Law." workers. included in the "Principles and Guidelines for Basic DANIEL L KEATING • The University will soon meet with the compa- See Sit-in, Page 6 2 RECORD WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS Service award changes name to honor Virgils BY BARBARA REA He led the Olin School of Robert L. Virgil pres- Business through its biggest ents a 2005 Gerry and Seven recipients of the 2005 period of growth and develop- Bob Virgil Ethic of Gerry and Bob Virgil Ethic ment when he served as dean Service Award to of Service Award were hon- from 1977-1993. In 1992, he was Elinor Nelson, who ored at an April 21 ceremony for named executive vice chancellor works in the their dedication to improving the for university relations. University's financial St. Louis region. The Virgils continued their services department. The Ethic of Service Award joint involvement with the Uni- Nelson is the founder annually recognizes a select versity after his retirement in of 2000 Feet Inc., group of University community 1993 to join Edward Jones as a which provides shoes members who exemplify a char- general partner. Several years for children in the St. acter of service and giving to the later, he volunteered to steer a Louis area. The award St. Louis region. committee to celebrate the Uni- was initially named Created last year as part of versity's 150th anniversary. the Sesquicentennial the University's commemora- The Virgils support a number Ethic of Service tion of its 150th anniversary, the of organizations that advance the Award, but it has been award was initially named the Se- region. Gerry Virgil is a member renamed to acknowl- squicentennial Ethic of Service of the Philanthropic Educational edge the generous support of Geraldine Award. This year, the award was Organization and is an active sup- J. and Robert Virgil renamed to acknowledge the gen- porter of Kirkwood's Meals on and to recognize the erous support of Geraldine J. and Wheels program and the Glendale couple's service to Robert L. Virgil and to recognize Presbyterian Church. others. the couple's service to others. Bob Virgil has been involved Stephanie Kurtzman, director in a number of St. Louis organi- of community service and ad- zations, including the Donald ministrator of the award, sees Danforth Plant Science Center, the Virgil name as a perfect fit. The Magic House, City Academy, "The Ethic of Service Award Harris-Stowe State College, Mary is an inspiring testimony to Institute and Saint Louis Country the good work being done in Day School, and a citizens' task KEVIN LOWOER St. Louis by members of our force on the Metropolitan Sewer University community," Kurtz- District. man said. "It is so fitting that the Nominations for next year's award be attached to the Virgils' awards will be accepted until 2005 Gerry and Bob Virgil Ethic name and their years of dedicat- Feb. 10. ed service to St. Louis and to Any member of the University Washington University." community who resides in and of Service Award recipients Bob and Gerry Virgil have serves the St. Louis region is eligi- been outstanding citizens of both ble to be nominated. the University and St. Louis com- For more information on the BY NEIL SCHOENHERR architecture, started a small program for children munities for decades. award and to submit a nomina- who were living in poverty in St. Louis to teach them Bob Virgil has held a variety tion, go online to ethicofservice The following members of the University communi- how to draw and paint. In 1999, he began the Hewlett of leadership positions during his .wustl.edu or call Kurtzman at ty were honored April 21 as recipients of the Uni- Program in Architecture, which introduces under- long career at the University. 935-9659. versity's 2005 Gerry and Bob Virgil Ethic of Service graduate students — particularly incoming freshmen Award. — to cultural and social aspects of St. Louis. Stacy Brock, a senior majoring in psychology and Hansman received a World of Difference Award in in educational studies, both in Arts 8c Sciences, estab- 1996, and a Missouri Arts Award and an award from lished and manages a tutoring program at the Jackie Colin Powell's "America's Promise" campaign in 1999. "The Ethic of Service Award is an inspiring Joyner-Kersee Boys and Girls Club in East St. Louis. Sara Lawfyes, a School of Law student, serves as a testimony to the good work being done in St. Louis Brock not only runs the program, but she also regional alumni coordinator for Teach For America works to educate University students on social issues and is considering working for the Teach For America by members of our University community. in an attempt to create an understanding of her pro- organization after graduation. It is so fitting that the award be attached to the gram's mission. Through her position as chair of the community Jam! Crespo is a senior majoring in Spanish and service committee of the Student Bar Association, Virgils' name and their years of dedicated service social thought and analysis, both in Arts 8c Sciences. she has coordinated many projects, including the law She has served as an executive board member for school's blood drives, Public Service Fair, holiday giv- to St. Louis and to Washington University." Dance Marathon and as a program leader for Cam- ing tree and a team for Relay For Life. STEPHANIE KURTZMAN pus Y's WUSTL HOPE (HIV Outreach, Prevention For more than 25 years, Elinor Nelson has work- and Education). Crespo's involvement in WUSTL ed in the University's financial services department HOPE has led her to coordinate and teach HlV-edu- as a grant analyst. cation programs for her peers and St. Louis commu- In addition to her work at the University, Nelson nity members. is active in the community and in her church. In Chancellor's Concert to be staged by This year, Crespo also directed the A.I.D.S. Show 2000, she founded 2000 Feet Inc., which provides (Artistic Interpretation Designed to Stimulate), a shoes for children in the St. Louis area. After nearly chamber choir & symphony orchestra variety show that raised campus and community five years, 2000 Feet has provided 652 children with awareness. shoes. BY LIAM OTTEN gang von Goethe. Maria Esser, a 1984 alumna of the School of As the associate dean for diversity, director of the Stewart selected the piece, Engineering 8c Applied Science, was selected for her Office of Diversity Programs, and assistant professor The Washington University which includes a frenetic witches' work organizing and mentoring students to run the of medicine in the Renal Division in the School of Symphony Orchestra and the dance, to coincide with the date Washington University Marrow Registry. Medicine, Will Ross, M.D., promotes cultural diversi- Washington University Chamber of the concert: According to Ger- In 2001, she helped launch the Million Marrow ty throughout the Medical Campus. A longtime ad- Choir will present the 2005 Chan- man legend, "Walpurgisnacht" is Donor Program, which added 2,500 donors with its vocate of public health and health care for the med- cellor's Concert at 3 p.m. May 1 a nocturnal gathering of witches first drive. She has assisted with marrow drives at the ically underserved, he has produced educational in Graham Chapel. that takes place on the eve of University and helped to found B Positive, an organi- videos, public service announcements and mono- The program, which will in- May Day. zation the hosts drives and educates the public on graphs on eliminating health-care disparities. clude works by Hector Berlioz, The program will conclude bone marrow diseases. Ross was awarded the "Humanism in Medicine Felix Mendelssohn and Ottorino with Respighi's The Pines of Rome In 1993, Bob Hansman, associate professor of Award" by the medical school in 2001. Respighi, will highlight two re- (1923-24), which musically de- cently acquired instruments — a picts four stands of pine trees harp and grand piano — as well located throughout that city. Work-study seminars as Graham Chapel's newly re- Notably, the piece employs the stored Roland Quest organ. University's three new instru- offered for employers Dan Presgrave, instrumental ments, as well as eight trumpets BY ANDY CLENDENNEN music coordinator in the Depart- with full orchestra. Founded in 1905 ment of Music in Arts & Sciences, Its famous finale, "The Pines Each year, the Office of Student Washington University community news conducts the 75-member sym- of the Appian Way," dramatically Financial Services holds a phony orchestra. John Stewart, Associate Vice Chancellor Judith Jasper Leight Record (USPS 600-430; ISSN 1043-0520), reproduces the pounding foot- meeting for federal work-study Executive Editor Susan Killenberg McGinn Volume 29, Number 31/April 29, 2005. director of vocal activities, con- steps of the Roman Army. employers, of which the Univer- Editor Kevin M. Kiley Published for the faculty, staff and friends ducts the 65-member Chamber The new harp — a gift from sity is one. Associate Editor Andy Clendennen of Washington University. Produced weekly Choir. alumna Audrey Senturia — was The University receives money Assistant Editor Neil Schoenherr during the school year, except school The program will open with selected by Sue Taylor, Ph.D., in- from the U.S. Department of Edu- Medical News Editor Kim Leydig holidays, and monthly during June, July Calendar Coordinator Genevieve Podleski Berlioz's Roman Carnival Over- structor in applied music, at Lyon cation to operate a work-study and August by the Office of Public Affairs, Print Production Carl Jacobs Washington University, Campus Box 1070, ture (1844), which contains music 8c Healy in Chicago, the nation's program on campus. Online Production Alice Marre from his opera Benvenuto Cellini One Brookings Drive, St. Louis, M0 63130. most renowned maker of harps. The benefit to the University is Hews & Comments Periodicals postage paid at St. Louis, M0. (1838), about the Italian gold- The instrument, known as the the ability to use both departmen- (314)935-6603 smith and sculptor. Renowned "orchestral model," was chosen tal funds and government funds Campus Box 1070 Where to send address changes Berlioz scholar Hugh Macdonald, for both its brilliant tone and its to pay eligible student workers. [email protected] Postmaster and nommployees: Record, Ph.D., the Avis H. Blewett Profes- suitability for harp students. This year's meeting schedule is: Medical Hews Washington University, Campus Box 1070, sor of Music, noted that "of all The chapel's organ made its • Medical Campus: 9:30-11 a.m. (314)286-0119 One Brookings Drive, SL Louis, M0 63130. Campus Box 8508 Berlioz's overtures, Roman Carni- debut in January. The 9-foot May 4, Human Resource Building Employees: Office of Human Resources, [email protected] val is the one that best reveals his Steinway grand piano was recent- (4480 Clayton Ave.), Room 1140A Washington University, Campus Box 1184, brilliant, in fact breathtaking, ly acquired thanks to a gift from • Hilltop Campus: 9:30-11 a.m. Calendar Submissions One Brookings Drive, St. Louis, M0 63130. orchestral gifts." Fax: (314) 935-4259 Priscula McDonnell, former pres- May 12 and 9:30-11 a.m. June 2, Campus Box 1070 The program will continue ident of WUSTL's Friends of both in Anheuser-Busch Hall, [email protected] with Mendelssohn's Cantata Die Music. Room 305. Erste Walpurgisnacht, op. 60, with The Chancellor's Concert is A reservation is required and texts based on an early study of free and open to the public. For should be e-mailed to greg_keller@ 9 ^fehingtonUniversity in St kxiis the Faust story by Johann Wolf- more information, call 935-4841. aismail.wustl.edu.

r V record.wustl.edu WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS April 29,2005 3 School of Medicine Update Cicero to step down after decade as vice chancellor for research

BY JIM DRYDEN He also led the successful effort administrative burden on our to gain voluntary full accreditation investigators. Making sure every- Theodore J. Cicero, Ph.D., vice from the federal government for one is on the same page has been chancellor for research, will University research with human essential to any successes we've step down in June 2006 after a subjects. enjoyed." decade of leading the University's In the mid-1990s, Cicero man- Cicero came from Purdue research enterprise. aged the revamping of a decentral- University to Washington Uni- Before his appointment as the ized and inadequate animal-care versity in 1968 as a postdoctoral head of research for the University, program that was impeding ani- fellow in neurochemistry in the Cicero served as vice chairman for mal research at the University. Department of Psychiatry. research in the Department of Streamlining and improving that In 1970, he became an assistant Psychiatry, and he will return to program culminated in full professor of psychiatry, eventually that position next summer. accreditation in 1996 of what becoming a full professor in 1978 Cicero will spend the next year many now believe is the country's and a professor of neurobiology making the transition from head- best animal-care and use program. in the Department of Anatomy ing the office that coordinates the Another area of focus has in- and Neurobiology in 1982. research efforts of the entire Uni- volved technology transfer. Since 1991, Cicero has also versity to focusing on his own Cicero's office has worked to served as the associate vice chan- research. improve the capacity to identify cellor for animal affairs and associ- Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton research with commercial poten- ate dean at the medical school. said he plans to appoint an adviso- tial. He built a staff better able to Cicero's research investigates ry committee this summer to assist faculty in the effects of drugs in the brain identify candidates who might applying for and has done a great deal of work succeed Cicero. patents, identify- testing various drugs for abuse "Ted Cicero has served Wash- ing avenues of potential. ington University extraordinarily seed capital, He's also used animal models well as vice chancellor for re- approaching to study drug effects on sex hor- search," Wrighton said. "During industry about mones and the role of sex steroids his tenure in the position, he has licensing dis- in brain development, opioid anal- significantiy strengthened our coveries and gesic tolerance and physical de- research infrastructure, launched launching start- pendence. the Office of Technology Man- Cicero up businesses. Those studies have led to nu- agement and contributed to the Since Cicero merous findings suggesting dif- Sharing knowledge Faculty, staff and students enjoy the development and implementation became vice chancellor for re- ferent drugs affect males and "Managing Knowledge in the Digital Domain" symposium of policies governing all aspects of search, patent applications have females differently and that sex sponsored by the Bernard Becker Medical Library. The April our research program. tripled to a total of 117 in 2004. steroids modulate these differ- 19 event highlighted issues impacting the sharing of knowl- "He has also been a national In addition, the number of ences. edge and the many roles the Becker library plays in facilitating leader, and this community owes licensing agreements negotiated Although he's made some access to information. Speakers discussed technology, schol- Ted a great debt for his remarkable between the University and private exciting discoveries, Cicero said arly publishing and copyright law in the Kenton King Center, while demonstrations in the library atrium showcased the service to strengthen the quality industry has tripled, and the he's ready to return to his own library's impact on research, education, patient care, scholarly University's income from those research. and impact of our research enter- publishing and Web connections. prise. I wish him all the best as he agreements has grown six-fold. "As we saw recently with Vioxx, continues his distinguished career Known for his consensus build- when drugs are approved, some- here." ing, Cicero has often drawn on the times it's a few years before we Loeb fellows program seeks nominations Since Cicero became vice chan- faculty's intellectual creativity. know about their adverse event cellor for research in 1996, the When he was developing the profile including their abuse The School of Medicine is seek- thanks to support from the BJH University's research enterprise University's technology transfer potential," he said. ing nominations for the Loeb Foundation. has greatly expanded. policy, for example, he appointed a "I plan to devote a great deal of Teaching Fellows Program. The first Loeb teaching fellows In fiscal year 1996, total Uni- 26-member committee of faculty my future research to those public The program was recendy will be appointed Sept. 1. Ap- versity research funding was just from every school at the University health aspects of drug approval established by a gift from Mr. and pointments will be for two-year more than $244 million. Since so the policy would address as and monitoring for abuse in an Mrs. Jerome Loeb to honor local terms, with annual review and then, funding has more than dou- many of the faculty's key concerns effort to develop risk-management physicians committed to clinical renewal, and successful fellows bled, with research support reach- as possible. strategies." excellence, and to encourage may reapply for an additional ing almost $535 million in fiscal "When something needs to be He also added that his prior teaching that excellence to resi- two-year term. year 2004. accomplished, it is imperative to experience as chairman of a Food dents and medical students. Fellows will receive $50,000 "I believe that growth has more get the faculty on board," Cicero and Drug Administration advisory Two Leob fellows will be annually to allow for significant to do with talented faculty than said. "My job has been to preserve committee, along with his consul- selected from the clinical or time to be dedicated toward with any work on my part," Cicero the integrity of the University's tation with drug companies, pro- investigator-track faculty at the teaching clinical medicine. said. "But I hope our efforts have entire research program and to vide him with both perspectives, medical school. In addition, two Nominees must have a record made it somewhat easier for facul- insist on the highest ethical stan- allowing him to better develop other fellows will be chosen from of excellence in patient care and ty to do their research." dards, while also easing the appropriate risk-benefit ratios. the voluntary clinical faculty, clinical teaching. The following criteria will also be considered: • Loeb fellows will meet new or Kelly named alumni professor of cardiovascular diseases unmet clinical teaching needs for residents and medical students. BY GILA Z. RECKESS physician-scientist who is nation- They should invest time in both ally and internationally recog- teaching and curriculum develop- Daniel P. Kelly, M.D., director of nized as a genuine authority in ment, with direct teaching allot- the Center for Cardiovascular the field of molecular genetics ting for a substantial portion of Research and co-director of the of cardiac metabolism and who the fellowship. Cardiovascular Division, was epitomizes the power of bench- • Faculty members who already recently named the Alumni En- to-bedside research," said Michael have substantial teaching commit- dowed Professor of Cardiovas- E. Cain, M.D., the Tobias and ments should describe plans to cular Diseases. Hortense Lewin Professor of improve or expand current educa- Kelly is internationally known Cardiovascular Diseases and tional activities. for his research on the molecular director of the Cardiovascular • Innovation in teaching meth- basis of the heart's metabolism, Division. odologies or programmatic devel- or how the heart obtains energy "He has exhibited outstanding opment is desirable, and selected to function. leadership, recruited talented fac- fellows will participate in semi- As director of the Center for ulty and created a unique multi- nars, retreats and faculty develop- Cardiovascular Research, he has disciplinary research environment ment programs. helped establish an interdiscipli- that integrates faculty from diverse Fellowship applications must nary effort in which University divisions and departments." include a written description (no researchers from a wide range of Kelly joined the School of more than two pages) of the ap- disciplines combine their expert- Medicine in 1989, after complet- plicant's teaching and curriculum ise to investigate the biologic ing his postgraduate research and development plan that addresses processes underlying heart Larry J. Shapiro, M.D. (left), executive vice chancellor for medical clinical training at the University the above requirements, including disease. affairs and dean of the medical school, and Chancellor Mark S. and Barnes Hospital. the number of learners expected "Dr. Kelly's distinguished Wrighton install Daniel P. Kelly, M.D., as the Alumni Endowed His numerous awards and to benefit as well as a description research accomplishments and Professor of Cardiovascular Diseases. honors include the Midwest of expected outcomes. his superb efforts to foster col- American Federation of Medical Applicants should also include laborations within the medical helping us attract and retain tutes of Health's Roadmap for Research Outstanding Investi- a CV, documentation of excellence school and with the Hilltop renowned physician-scientists like Medical Research, the project gator Award and the American in clinical care and teaching and a Campus have helped establish Dan Kelly." brings together 13 departments Heart Association's Established nomination letter from their our institution's respected repu- Most recendy, Kelly, also a pro- at the University, as well as other Investigator Award. department head, which includes tation in cardiology," said Larry J. fesor of medicine, of molecular experts in Missouri. Kelly has also been elected to a delineation of time dedicated Shapiro, M.D., executive vice biology and pharmacology and of It reflects the medical school's several prestigious organizations, toward the fellowship. chancellor for medical affairs and pediatrics, launched an initiative strategic BioMed 21 initiative, including the American Society Applications are due May 27 to dean of the medical school. to plan a center for researching the which is dedicated to rapidly for Clinical Investigation, the the Office of Medical Student "The medical school is ex- cardiovascular effects of metabolic bringing advances in basic sci- Association of American Physi- Education, Campus Box 8073. tremely grateful for the generosi- disorders such as diabetes. ence to the patient's bedside. cians and the Association of For details, call 362-7800 or e- ty of its alumni and friends in Funded by the National Insti- "Dr. Kelly is an extraordinary University Cardiologists. mail [email protected]. 4 RECORD WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS University Events 76th Fashion Design Show at Galleria BY LIAM OTTEN about suits. It was about learning said. "So this year I invited them." to cut fabric, to make patterns, to The volunteers, each of whom The Sam Fox School of Design structure silhouettes. donated $1,000 to the fashion and Visual Arts will present "The end result may look fab- program, will wear their own The 76th Annual Fashion ulous, but the point is to master a tuxedos and accessories, and will Design Show May 1 at Saint particular set of skills and a par- receive a photograph and a video Louis Galleria. ticular way of thinking." of their modeling debut to share The fully choreographed, As in past years, the show will with family and friends. Paris-style extravaganza will fea- conclude with a single student- Outstanding student designers ture dozens of professional and designed wedding dress, chosen receive a variety of scholarships, volunteer models wearing more by competition. This year's juror cash prizes and awards, including than 100 outfits created by 13 was fashion alumna Kristin Mc- the Dominic Michael Silver Scis- seniors and five juniors from the Donough, who has worked for sors Designer of the Year Award, school's fashion design program. Anne Taylor and Calvin Klein. presented to one outstanding sen- Festivities will begin with a The winning dress, by senior ior at the end of the evening, and reception at 7:30 p.m. in the Barbara Moran, features an am- the Silver Ripper Award, spon- Galleria's Garden Court, near the bitious seam scheme inspired by sored by Block. This year, Kairuz entrance to Lord & Taylor. Pablo Picasso's cubist painting will present a new award: the The hour-long show will start Three Women (1907-08). Coordinator's Choice for Most at 8 p.m., followed by a dessert Last year, approximately 500 Inspiring Designer. reception for the designers and people attended the event, raising "Every year, there is one de- audience, during which many of about $50,000. signer who inspires me in pro- the featured couture creations ducing the show," Kairuz said. will be available for purchase. Organizers, co-sponsors "Sometimes it's their attitude, The event is chaired by 1976 sometimes it's a particular outfit Emphasis on design alumna Susan Block. or collection, sometimes it's just Jeigh Singleton, head of the fash- "Susan is the real force behind their skill at sewing or construc- ion design program, compared the show," Singleton said. "She tion. I wanted to recognize that the show to a Broadway-style knows how to get things done. person." revue, filled with lights, music, She took what had been a small, drama and, of course, glamorous traditional event and trans- Fashion design at costumes. formed it into the big, glamorous Clothing — selected by a jury production it is today." WUSTL of University faculty and profes- This year marks the show's The Fashion Design Show dates sional designers — will range 11th appearance at the Galleria. back to 1929, when Irving L. from suits and sportswear to For the 13th year, the models' Sorger — the merchandise man- dress groups inspired by fashion- hair will by done by Dominic ager for Kline's, a tony St. Louis able cities, and opera coats on the Bertani of the Dominic Michael department store — organized a theme of "Blues in the Night." Salon. show of student work for local The show will also highlight Other organizers include Mi- garment manufacturers. Eight the seniors' signature collections, chael O'Keefe of Technical Pro- dresses were selected for produc- each a fully coordinated clothing ductions and Gretchen Haffer- tion, sales surpassed all expecta- line tailored to a specific audience kamp of Premiere Rentals. The tions, and juniors' fashions and based on a specific theme. models' makeup will be done by became a staple of the city's bur- "This is a fashion design show, MAC. geoning garment industry. This ball gown, designed by senior Ashton Vines, will be among emphasis on 'design,'" Singleton Outfits are modeled by profes- In 1941, WUSTL became the couture creations on display at The 76th Annual Fashion De- said. "There's a definite learning sionals and — in a new twist this home to what is believed to be the sign Show May 1 at Saint Louis Galleria. The fully choreographed, experience associated with each year — by an exclusive group nation's first four-year, degree- Paris-style extravaganza will feature dozens of professional and project. What is a collar? What is of male supporters of the fashion granting fashion program. volunteer models wearing more than 100 outfits created by 13 sen- iors and five juniors from the school's fashion design program. a sleeve? How do you make a program. Show coordinator Jane Alumni include major designers waistband or underline a gar- Kairuz explained that what be- such as Paula Varsalona and Lepore, Lilly Pulitzer, Nike, Lands' Theatre Box Office, 935-6543, ment? How do you create shapes gan as kidding among colleagues Carolyn Roehm. End, Fitigues, Lane Bryant, The and at the Galleria concierge serv- and how do they affect a gar- became a unique way to raise Recent graduates work for May Co. and Federated Depart- ice center. A limited number of ment's structure?" funds. major fashion houses and cloth- ment Stores. tickets will be available at the For example, "the juniors did "Over the years, several of my ing retailers, including Ralph General admission to the show door. brown suits, but it wasn't about doctor friends have asked why Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin is $50, $25 for students. Tickets the color brown and it wasn't For more information, call the they're not in the show," Kairuz Klein, Christian Dior, Nanette are available through the Edison 24-hour hotline at 935-9090. Health Disparities in Diabetes • On Love and Money • The Secret life of Sheer "University Events" lists a portion of the Schaff, chairman, div. of cardiovascular sciences — electron microscopy facility, activities taking place April 29-May 12 at surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Tuesday, May 3 Stennis Space Center, Miss. (2:45 p.m. Washington University. Visit the Web for 11 a.m. Center for the Study of Ethics Barnes-Jewish Hosp. Bldg., East Pavilion coffee.) Compton Hall, Rm. 241. On Stage expanded calendars for the Hilltop Campus Aud. 362-7327. and Human Values Lecture. "A Conver- 935-9305. (calendar.wustl.edu) and the School sation with Huston Smith." Huston Noon. Cell Biology & Physiology Seminar. of Medicine (medschool.wustl.edu/ Smith, author. (Dedication ceremony "Argonaughty: The Secret Life of Slicer." Friday, April 29 calendars.html). follows) Women's Bldg. Formal Lounge. Saturday, May 7 8 p.m. OVATIONS! Series. Mystical Arts Gregory Hannon, Watson School of 935-9358. Biological Sciences, Cold Spring Harbor 7 a.m.-noon. Allergy & Immunology CME of Tibet: Sacred Music, Sacred Dance. Lab. McDonnell Medical Sciences Bldg., Noon. Program in Physical Therapy Course. "Asthma in the Inner City and (Also 8 p.m. April 30.) Cost: $28, $24 for Rm. 426. 362-4690. Research Seminar. 4444 Forest Park Suburbia." Cost: $95 for physicians, $75 senior, WUSTL faculty & staff, $18 for Blvd., Lower Lvl., Rm. B108/B109. for allied health professionals. Eric P. students and children. Edison Theatre. Exhibits 12:30-4 p.m. St. Louis STD/HIV 286-1404. Newman Education Center. To register: 935-6543. Prevention Training Center CME Course. 362-6891. Wednesday, May 11 "STD Update." (Continues April 29 & May 8 p.m. Performing Arts Department 6.) Cost: $75. U. of Mo.-St. Louis, South Wednesday, May 4 Presentation. Six Seconds in Charlack Bachelor of Fine Arts Student Show. by Brian Golden, winner of the A.E. Computer Bldg., Rm. 200A. To register: Noon. George Warren Brown School of Monday, May 9 Through May 20. Kemper Art Museum. Hotchner Student Playwriting Compe- 747-1522. Social Work Spring Lecture Series. "On Noon. Neurology Monday Noon Seminar 935-4523. tition. Jeffrey Matthews, dir. (Also 8 p.m. 2-4 p.m. Academic Publishing Services Love and Money; The Health Economics Series. Hope Center Prize Presentations. April 30, 2 p.m. April 30 & May 1.) Cost: Workshop. "Strategies for Manuscript of Aging Parents." Kenneth Langa, asst. "Novel Insights Into the Mechanism of $12, $8 for seniors and WUSTL faculty, Publishing: Going Beyond the Abstract — prof, of internal medicine, U. of Mich. Neurodegeneration in Menkes Disease: staff and students. Mallinckrodt Student How to Write a Winning Paper." Cost: Brown Hall, Rm. 124. 935-6661. Copper-dependent Excitotoxic Neuro- Center, A.E. Hotchner Studio Theatre. Film $50 for faculty & staff, $35 for fellows, protection." Michelle Schlief, graduate 4 p.m. Biochemistry & Molecular Bio- 935-6543. student in pediatrics, in genetics & residents, postdocs & students. Cori physics Seminar. "Role of Protein Dyna- genomics and in medicine; "Activation Aud., 4565 McKinley Ave. To register: mics in Enzymatic Catalysis: Lessons Saturday, April 30 747-4656. of C-Jun N-terminal Kinase Decreases From Human Detoxification Enzymes." Saturday, April 30 Noon. Film & Media Studies Children's Proteasome Activity." Shengzhou Wu, Gordon S. Rule, prof, of biological sci- 11 a.m. ovations! for young people Film Symposium Presentation. Piglet's 3 p.m. Film & Media Studies Children's postdoctoral research scholar in neurolo- ences, Carnegie Mellon U. Cori Aud., Series. Mystical Arts of Tibet. Cost: $7. Big Movie and The Powerpuff Girls' Mo Film Symposium Keynote Address. gy. Maternity Bldg., Schwarz Aud. 4565 McKinley Ave. 362-0261. Edison Theatre. 935-6543. Linguish. (2:15-4 p.m. panel discussion.) Betsy Hearne, prof, of library & informa- 747-3243. Co-sponsored by the Center for the Hu- tion science, U. of III. Co-sponsored by manities and the Program in Children's the Center for the Humanities and the Thursday, May 5 Friday, May 6 Studies. Brown Hall, Rm. 100. 935-5576. Program in Children's Studies. Women's Wednesday, May 11 Noon. Center for Health Policy Ethnic 8 p.m. OVATIONS! Series. The Passing Bldg. Formal Lounge. 935-5576. 4 p.m. Biochemistry & Molecular Bio- and Racial Disparities in Health Care Zone. (Also 8 p.m. May 7.) Cost: $28, physics Seminar. "Control of Sugar Seminar Series. "Health Disparities in $24 for seniors & WUSTL faculty & staff, Kinase/hsp70/actin Superfamily Cat- Monday, May 2 Diabetes." Wendy Auslander, prof, of $18 for students and children. Edison alysis: Does Coupling of a Distal Allo- social work. Simon Hall, Rm. 241. Theatre. 935-6543. Lectures Noon. Molecular Biology & Pharmacology steric Binding Site to the Conserved 935-9108. Seminar. "The Language of Diplomacy: ATPase Core Involve Tuning of a Back- Friday, April 29 The Establishment of the Squid-Vibrio bone Motion?" Donald W. Pettigrew, Symbiosis." Margaret McFall-Ngai, prof, Friday, May 6 prof, of biochemistry & biophysics, 9:15 a.m. Pediatric Grand Rounds. Annual of medical microbiology and immunolo- Texas ASM U. Cori Aud., 4565 McKinley 2-4 p.m. Academic Publishing Services Sports J. Neal & Lois Middlekamp Lecture. 'Try- gy, U. of Wise. South Bldg., Rm. 3907, Ave. 362-0261. ing to Understand Persistent Bacterial In- Philip Needleman Library. 362-0183. Workshop. "Strategies for Manuscript Publishing: Creating Figures, Tables, and fection." Stanley Falkow, Robert W. & Vi- Noon. Neurology Monday Noon Seminar Saturday, May 7 vian K. Cahill Professor of Microbiology References, and Considering Copyright Series. "Anti-AB Antibody Attenuates Noon. Softball vs. McKendree College. & Immunology, and of medicine, Stanford and Ethics." Cost: $50 for faculty & staff, Cognitive Impairment in a Model of $35 for fellows, residents, postdocs & WUSTL Field. 935-4705. U. Clopton Aud., 4950 Children's Place. Experimental Traumatic Brain Injury." Music 454-6006. students. Cori Aud., 4565 McKinley Ave. David L. Brody, instructor in neurology. To register: 747-4656. Noon. Cardiothoracic Surgery Lecture. Maternity Bldg., Schwarz Aud. 747-3243. Sunday, May 1 Annual Ferguson Lecture. "New Develop- 3 p.m. Physics & Center for Materials 3 p.m. Chancellor's Concert. Washington ments in the Surgical Management of Innovation Seminar. "Mechanisms and And more... University Chamber Choir and Symphony Mitral Valve Regurgitation." Hartzell Effects of Microbial Metal Reduction." Orchestra. Graham Chapel. 935-4841. Tyrone L. Daulton, dir., marine geo- Friday, April 29 3 p.m. Film & Media Studies Children's record.wustl.edu WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS April 29,2005 5 Flying chainsaws! The Passing Zone' extreme jugglers at Edison May 6-7

BYLIAMOTTEN ranges from "The Chainsaw Ballet" — a graceful marriage of From clubs and machetes to silk tights and power tools — to bowling balls and members "People-Juggling," in which three of the audience, Owen Morse members of the audience, dressed and Jon Wee — collectively as astronauts, fly about the stage known as "The Passing Zone" — to the theme from 2001: A Space boldly juggle what few jugglers Odyssey. have juggled before. The Passing Zone has been Morse and Wee will bring featured at comedy clubs across their trademark mix of sidesplit- the nation and on dozens of tele- ting comedy and gut-wrenching vision programs, including The suspense to the Edison Theatre Tonight Show, The Today Show, OVATIONS! Series with perform- Live With Regis & Kathie Lee and ances at 8 p.m. May 6-7. The Miss America Pageant. Morse and Wee began juggling Morse and Wee have per- as teenagers and were introduced formed with Bob Hope, Tony by a mutual friend in 1986, while Bennett, Bob Newhart, Penn 8c Wee was attending Luther College Teller and "Weird Al" Yankovic, and Morse was at University of among many others. California, Irvine. The duo met A performance for England's again the following year at the Prince Charles prompted him to At an April 20 ceremony in Francis Gymnasium, Chancellor Emeritus William H. Danforth (left) presents International Jugglers' Associa- remark, "Very clever, although the full-tuition Elizabeth Gray Danforth Scholarship to Shahrouz Yousefi, a graduate of Forest Park tion (IJA) convention in Akron, I'm glad I wasn't sitting in the Community College, who spoke no English when he emigrated from Iran just three years ago. He now Ohio. front row!" plans to study electrical engineering. "This is the most wonderful day of my life," he said. " ... I will They began performing pro- Edison Theatre programs are never forget your kindness and generosity to me." fessionally in 1988, making their supported by the Missouri Arts debut at the IJA Team Cham- Council, a state agency, and the pionships in Denver. Regional Arts Commission, St. Women's Society hands out annual awards Over the years, Morse and Wee Louis. BY ANDY CLENDENNEN Woolf: "I should remind you how much depends have earned a reputation as the Tickets are $28; $24 seniors upon you and what an influence you can exert world's funniest, and most ambi- and WUSTL faculty and staff; At The Women's Society of Washington University's upon the future." tious, juggling duo. They've col- and $18 for students and chil- annual meeting, student awards are presented rec- Seger will graduate with a double major in bio- lected five world records and 18 dren. Tickets are available at the ognizing leadership and academic achievement. A medical engineering in the School of Engineering & gold medals from the IJA — Edison Theatre Box Office and highlight of the program is the announcement of the Applied Science and philosophy in Arts & Sciences; more than any other team. through all MetroTix outlets. Elizabeth Gray Danforth Scholarship recipient. a master's degree in mechanical engineering; and a At the same time, their heart - For more information, call This year was not an ordinary year. On April 20, graduate certificate in biomedical engineering, all in stoppingly hilarious repertoire 935-6543. the Women's Society celebrated its 40th anniversary five years. with a special luncheon in Francis Gymnasium. Past Seger has also distinguished herself by reaching society presidents and honorees joined current mem- across academic and social barriers to create an Physics' Bender to give related lecture bers and society board members for the awarding of extraordinary legacy of achievements. the 30th Danforth Scholarship and the eighth set of She organized and found funding for what be- n conjunction with the per- for the strange behavior of leadership awards. came the Washington University Marrow Registry. formance, Carl M. Bender, objects in motion." President JoAnn Sanditz said this year's scholar- More than 1,000 people have entered the registry, Ph.D., professor of physics in The talk will be at 10 a.m. ship presentation "is filled with deep emotion as we with at least 15 lives saved as a direct result. Arts & Sciences, will present a May 7 in Crow Hall, Room join Bill Danforth and his family in mourning the Seger has also served as a member of the In- seminar on "Juggling and the 204, and is free and open to loss of dear 'Ibby' and pay tribute to her. stitutional Review Board for approval of human Mechanics of Instability," the public. "She always experienced such joy in meeting her studies at the School of Medicine, and she has been which will examine "the under- For more information, call scholar each year," Sanditz said of Elizabeth Dan- on a team developing a pain inventory for cancer lying principles that account 935-6543. forth, who died March 30. "She has left the Women's patients. Society a legacy of genuine concern for others, com- She has been a leader in the development of the mitment to service, enthusiasm for lifelong learning, Center for the Study of Ethics and Human Values, and an inspirational dedication to the people she helping to organize a national forum on medical loved and the causes in which she believed. malpractice reform, among other activities. "Our tribute to Ibby is our commitment to move Seger also plays the flute in the University orches- into the future with her values and qualities at the tra and the St. Louis Wind Symphony. forefront of the Women's Society." Sullivan will graduate with bachelor's degrees in Chancellor Emeritus William H. Danforth joined international studies and in Spanish, both in Arts 8c Sanditz in presenting the full-tuition Danforth Scho- Sciences. She has been a dynamic force in seeking larship, which is awarded to an outstanding commu- opportunities to enhance her experience at the Uni- nity-college transfer student and is named in honor versity. of his wife for her decades of contributions to the She has served as a community service adviser, University. assisting students with their community service op- This year's recipient is Shahrouz Yousefi, a grad- tions; taught English as a second language; been a uate of Forest Park Community College who emi- tutor coordinator for the Cambios tutoring program, grated from Iran just three years ago, speaking no an organization serving Latino adolescents in the English and knowing no one here. St. Louis area; and founded the St. Louis Project In Iran, he was not allowed to attend college and Democracy, which coordinates voter mobilization was fired from his job because he was not Muslim. efforts on campus and builds coalitions. He now plans to study electrical engineering. In 2004, Sullivan was selected to be the Univer- "This is the most wonderful day of my life," he sity's lead intern for Project Democracy at the na- said in receiving the award." ... I will never forget tional level. your kindness and generosity to me." Although there were specific guidelines to follow, Women's Society Leadership Awards were present- through her creativity and willingness to experiment, ed to Laura M. Seger and Teresa A. Sullivan. Sullivan demonstrated impressive skills in motivating The award recognizes one or more graduating people to participate in the process. Under her lead- senior women who have contributed significantly to ership, Project Democracy at WUSTL has become the the University community. Nominees must have most successful chapter in the country. Chainsaw jugglers Owen Morse and Jon Wee, collectively known as demonstrated effectiveness in service to others and Sullivan is a residential adviser and serves as one "The Passing Zone," will bring their trademark mix of sidesplitting exceptional potential for future leadership. of two undergraduate representatives to the Univer- comedy and gut-wrenching suspense to Edison Theatre with per- Awardees receive a cash award of $500 and a sity's Board of Trustees and to several of the board's formances at 8 p.m. May 6-7. silver clock inscribed with a quote from Virginia standing committees.

Film Symposium. Storytelling with Betsy phonic chanting as "an important Hearne, prof, of library & information Religion scholar Huston Smith to speak May 3 landmark in the study of music." science, U. of III. Co-sponsored by the Smith is the emeritus Thomas Center for the Humanities and the Program in Children's Studies. Women's BY LIAM OTTEN World's Religions (published in ately follow. J. Watson Professor of Religion Bldg. Formal Lounge. 935-5576. 1958 as The Religions of Man), a In 2001, Smith's Why Religion and Distinguished Adjunct Pro- The Center for the Study of still-widely used textbook that Matters won the Wilbur Award fessor of Philosophy at Syracuse Sunday, May 1 Ethics and Human Values will has sold more than 2 million for the best book on religion. In University. He previously served 8 p.m. Sam Fox School of Design & present "A Conversation With copies and has been translated 1996, Bill Moyers devoted a five- as professor of philosophy at Visual Arts Fashion Design Show. (7:30 Huston Smith" at 11 a.m. May 3 into 12 languages. part PBS special, The Wisdom of Massachusetts Institute of Tech- p.m. reception.) Cost: $50, $25 for stu- in the Women's Building Formal The forum will be moderated Faith With Huston Smith, to his nology for 15 years. dents. St. Louis Galleria Garden Court. Lounge. by Beata Grant, Ph.D., professor life and work. Most recently, he served as a 935-9090. Smith, who taught philosophy and director of Religious Studies Smith's own film documen- visiting professor of religious in Arts & Sciences at WUSTL and professor of Chinese, both in taries on Hinduism, Tibetan Bud- studies at the University of Cali- Friday, May 6 from 1947-1958, is a renowned Arts & Sciences. Dedication of dhism and Sufism have all won fornia, Berkeley. 5-7 p.m. Kranzberg Illustrated Book scholar of world religions. the Huston Smith Meditation international awards, while The The forum and dedication are Studio Annual Open House. West The author of 14 books, he is Garden, located on the north side Journal of Ethnomusicology lauded free and open to the public. For Campus, Kranzberg Illustrated Book Studio. 935-5495. perhaps best-known for The of Graham Chapel, will immedi- his discovery of Tibetan multi- more information, call 935-9358. 6 RECORD WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS Sit-in Advisory committee to be established matching the single-season re- - from Page 1 Track & field teams cord for victories. are UAA champions WUSTL fell, 7-3, on April 19 Services Contracts." The men's and women's track and at Illinois Wesleyan University. • In addition to the existing field teams swept the UAA Out- But on April 21, the Red and University requirement that serv- door Championships at Francis Green exploded for 21 hits and ice contractors have fair and con- Field April 23-24. 16 runs to end its three-game sistent internal grievance proce- With the two league champi- slide. Dan Rieck went 2 for 3 dures, the University will ensure onships, the University broke the with another round-tripper, his that service contractors provide UAA record for most overall con- team-leading 10th of the season. their employees with the opportu- ference tides during a single ath- His 10 home runs also tie the nity to present grievances to a letic year with 11; WUSTL also WUSTL single-season record. neutral and independent person, held the old record, nine, which Sophomore Brent Buffa went the such as an ombudsperson. had been set on three occasions. distance on the mound and • The University will establish The women tallied 13 titles improved to a team-best 9-1, as an advisory committee composed and were led by senior Maggie he allowed just four hits and of students, faculty and adminis- Grabow and freshman Danielle struck out 11. trators that will meet periodically Wadlington. Grabow won the to review how service contractor 1,500-meter run in 4:41.74, and Softball team ekes out selections and renewals are made. she followed that with a first- two narrow road wins In addition, once the sit-in place finish in the 5,000 by clock- ended, the University planned to ing a 17:36.09. The top-ranked Softball team address these issues: Wadlington displayed her ver- improved to 41-1 with two one- • The participation SWA may satility throughout the weekend, run victories against Wartburg have in the above-mentioned ef- winning the triple jump and the College April 24 in Waverly, Iowa. forts to identify what additional 200-meter dash Sunday. Addi- With the two wins, WUSTL ex- resources might be available to tionally, Wadlington led off the tended its school-record winning address the ongoing needs of Bears' winning 4x100 relay squad streak to 24 games. lower-paid service workers, and that set a UAA record by clocking In Game 1, senior Jackie Burg- on the advisory committee that a 48.79 to provisionally qualify dorf hit a two-out, two-run home will meet periodically to review for the NCAA Outdoors. run in the top of the seventh to how service contractor selections She was joined on the winning lead the Bears to a 3-2 come- and renewals were made. team by senior Hallie Hutchens, from-behind win. The home run • James E. McLeod, vice chan- junior Leah Sabin, Brookfield and for Burgdorf was the first of her cellor for students and dean of the junior Julie McDermitt. Junior career. Sophomore Laurel Sagartz College of Arts & Sciences, will Laura Ehret, sophomore Natalie picked up the win, improving to work with individual students and Livin' the magiC More than 100,000 people attended the Badowski, Wadlington and junior 20-1. administrators to resolve issues annual Thurtene Carnival April 16-17 in the Athletic Complex Michelle McCully combined to In the nightcap, the Bears parking lot. This year's carnival was themed "Dream Big: Live related to violations of the Uni- win the 4x400 relay in 4:00.37. pounded out 13 hits and held off versity's Judicial Code in connec- the Magic!" Thurtene is the oldest and largest student-run car- a late rally from the Knights to nival in the nation. Proceeds from the event, which featured Ehret also picked up the 800- tion with the sit-in and hunger meter conference tide by posting post a 7-6 victory. strike. games, rides, food and student productions, will benefit Lift for Life, a nonprofit organization that provides St. Louis city a time of 2:19.39, and McCully • McLeod will also work with at-risk children the tools they need to develop their character, won the 400 in 58.18. Hutchens Women's tennis team individual students and faculty intellect and ambition through educational and recreational made more UAA history in the sweeps Principia, 9-0 members to address issues related 100-meter hurdles, becoming the programs. More than 50 student organizations participated in The women's tennis team wrap- to missed classes and exams and the carnival, presented by members of the Thurtene Honorary, only student-athlete to win the ped up regular-season play April make-up work. Final decisions 13 juniors who bear sole responsibility for continuation of the event four consecutive years in will remain with the faculty. tradition. the league's 18-year history. 19 with a 9-0 sweep at home Sophomore Delaina Martin against Principia College. added another title by winning At No. 1 singles, senior Kacie bodies quickly, so scientists at tion prevalent in tropical cities. the discus. In the prelims she Cook rolled past Principia's Kat Macrogenics clipped out the Epidemiologists at the Centers recorded a team season-best Pomeroy, 6-0, 6-0. With the win, Antibody genetic material that controls the for Disease Control and Preven- throw of 39.34 meters and held Cook improved to 13-11 overall. - from Page 1 targeting of one of the potent tion estimate there are annually on for the win in the final (34.44 Senior Sara Kabakoff moved up antibodies and cloned it into a 100 million cases of dengue meters). Freshman Tiffany to No. 2 singles for the day and human antibody. The "human- worldwide. Barbour took home the javelin won, 6-0, 6-3, to up her record to plications or death. ized" antibody should be less like- "A lot of what we're learning championship with a throw of a team-best 19-6. Antibodies typically work by ly to induce an adverse human from the West Nile virus anti- 32.18 meters. attaching to a piece of a foreign immune system response. body will be of consequence for Junior David Skiba paced the Men's tennis team cell or substance, which causes A second round of tests in the development of a pediatric men's squad, winning both hur- takes two of three immune-system cells known as mice confirmed that the new dengue vaccine," said co-author dles events. He won the 110 hur- The No. 17 men's tennis team macrophages to pick up the sub- antibodies retained their ability Daved H. Fremont, Ph.D., associ- dles in 14.81, good for an NCAA posted a 2-1 record last week to stance and clear it from the body. to stop West Nile virus. ate professor of biochemistry and "B" cut. Skiba recorded another end its regular season with a 13-5 Binding to the invader is just Other monoclonal antibodies molecular biophysics and of provisional qualifying time in the record. the beginning of the battle, are in development or are used as pathology and immunology. 400-meter event, clocking a time The Bears opened the week though. Some antibodies bind to anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory "Currendy there are no safe vac- of 54.36 for the win. Junior Drew with a 7-0 win over Maryville invaders in ways that fail to slow treatments. An antibody against cines for dengue infections." Martin added the men's title in University on April 19 at the Tao down the invader or trigger a respiratory syncytial virus is ap- In follow-up studies, Fremont the discus, registering a throw of Tennis Center. On April 23, response from macrophages. proved for use as a prophylactic and others are detailing the pre- 42.84 meters. WUSTL split matches with 10th- From the panel of West Nile treatment in children at risk of the cise mechanisms that allow the The men, 10-time UAA out- ranked Kalamazoo College and virus antibodies they initially pro- disease in hospitals. Unlike the new West Nile antibody to block door champions, won seven indi- Coe College. duced from mouse cells, research- West Nile virus antibody, though, viral infection. vidual titles on the weekend. The Freshman Charlie Howard ers identified 46 that could bind this antibody has to be given prior Diamond and Fremont are women have totaled nine UAA posted WUSTL's only victory in to the West Nile virus' envelope to infection. looking for other areas of the outdoor titles and have won six a 5-1 loss to No. 10 Kalamazoo protein. Further testing showed West Nile virus belongs to a West Nile virus E protein that straight since 2000. that 12 could bind to the virus in family of viruses known as fla- antibodies can bind to and neu- College with a 6-0, 6-3 win. Ho- a way that consistently neutralized viviruses, several of which are tralize the virus. Baseball splits two; ward capped the week off with it, shutting down infections in cell spread by mosquito bites. Researchers at Macrogenics two victories in the Bears 5-1 win cultures and in mice. Other flaviviruses include the were co-authors on this paper, closer to wins mark over Coe College. He leads the The human immune system virus that causes dengue fever, a and Diamond now serves as a The baseball team split its two team with a 24-4 singles mark would clear out these foreign anti- potentially life-threatening infec- consultant for the company. games last week to move to 28-7 and is 20-9 in doubles for a 44-13 overall, just two wins away from overall mark.

Employment of the American Law Deans Syverud Association. Go online to hr.wustl.edu (Hilltop Campus) or medicine.wustl.edu/wumshr (Medical Campus) to obtain complete job descriptions. Prior to becoming dean at Earned law degree Vanderbilt, he was on the facul- Software Developer Administrative Asst. Associate Registrar Coord. 050205 Professional Rater I ty at the University of Michigan Hilltop 050104 050197 050213 051192 RN Staff Nurse from Univ. of Michigan School of Law, an associate Project Manager Administrative Asst. Student Resource 051095 Professional Rater II - from Page 1 Campus 050115 050198 Asst. 050214 051193 with the Washington, D.C., law For the most current Medical Asst. Ill Staff Psycholo- Data Systems Asst. firm of Wilmer, Cuder & Pick- listing of Hilltop Graduate Business 051106 Research Technician gist/Counselor/Clin. 050199 Campus position open- Registrar 050125 Medical Secretary I 1051195 ous articles on the subjects and ering, and a clerk for Supreme Soc. 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Although the Gairdners are Endel Tulving, Ph.D., the Clark usually awarded to medical scien- Way Harrison Distinguished tists, Tulving is one of two cogni- Visiting Professor of Psych- tive psychologists selected to ology and Cognitive Neuroscience receive the honor in 2005. The in Arts & Sciences, is one of six awards committee cited his "pio- individuals to be awarded the neering research in the under- 2005 Gairdner International standing of human memory, and Award for groundbreaking work providing the necessary frame- in medical research. work within which findings in Tulving, professor emeritus at neuroanatomy, neurophysiology the University of Toronto, has and neuropharmacology can be been a visiting scholar at Wash- integrated." ington University since 1996. Tulving is perhaps best known Among the most prestigious for his research on episodic mem- awards in all of science, "The ory, largely summarized in his Gairdners" recognize outstanding 1983 book, Elements of Episodic contributions by medical scien- Memory. tists worldwide whose work During the 1960s, while most will significantly improve quality research focused on how memo- of life. ries are acquired and stored, Tul- Of the 274 Gairdner winners, ving was the first to argue that 64 have gone on to win a Nobel researchers should be paying Outstanding Student mentors Senior Benjamin Allen (right) accepts his academic mentoring Prize. more attention to the equally award from Alexis Bruce-Staudt, coordinator of the Academic Mentoring Program, while Harvey Now in their 46th year, the important but often-neglected Fields, assistant director of student mentor recruitment and training, presides. More than 30 sen- awards were founded by Toronto memory retrieval processes, or iors were honored April 26 in Holmes Lounge for their involvement and contributions to the Aca- businessman James Gairdner. how stored information is ac- demic Mentoring Program. Cornerstone: The Center for Advanced Learning, located in Gregg Hall "The 2005 awards honor out- cessed. on the South 40, is home to the program, through which student volunteers provide academic standing achievements in three Tulving argued that the key help to other students. There are more than 300 academic mentors, 95 of which are scheduled to very different but important areas problem in human memory is graduate in May. For more information, go online to cornerstone.wustl.edu/acadmentoring.htm. of inquiry and discovery: obesity, retrieval of information, and he human memory and gene splic- spent much of his career in study- ing," said John Dirks, president of ing factors affecting this. the Gairdner Foundation. "Each The Gairdner awards, which of the awardees has done ground- include a cash prize of $30,000 Obituaries breaking work that is transform- (Canadian), will be presented ing our understanding of how the at a dinner held in October in body functions and how its mal- Toronto. Brandhorst, School of Dental Medicine;J 87 BY KIM LEYDIG University, where he became a full jawbones and teeth unearthed at Turetzky wins biology's Spector Award professor. the Center for American Archae- William S. Brandhorst, D.D.S., A past president of the dental ology in Kampsville, 111., where he BY TONY FITZPATRICK Turetzky's thesis and research longtime orthodontist and a school's alumni association, was judged to be the most out- served on the board of directors. professor at the former School of Brandhorst was honored as a dis- Jay Turetzky has won the 2005 standing among a group of six Throughout his life, Brand- Dental Medicine, died Tuesday, tinguished alumnus in 1989. Spector Award. students and their research proj- horst held a deep passion for March 15,2005, of complications Brandhorst was an active The Department of Biology in ects that were nominated this year. nature, especially birds, butterflies from Parkinson's disease. He was 87. member of the St. Louis Cleft Arts & Sciences awards this prize He worked with Karen O'Mal- and moths. He was born in Nashville, 111., Palate Team and served as vice every year in memory of Marion ley, Ph.D., professor of neurobiol- Brandhorst served on the and grew up in Webster Groves, Mo. president of the American Cleft Smith Spector, a 1938 graduate of ogy in the Department of Neuro- board of the St. Louis Audubon After earning a bachelor's de- Palate Association. the University who studied zool- biology and Anatomy at the Society for eight years. gree in geology from Harvard Uni- He was also a past president of ogy under Professor Viktor Ham- School of Medicine. He led butterfly walks and do- versity in 1939, Brandhorst went the Greater St. Louis Dental So- burger. He is a co-author on two pa- nated a large collection of mount- on to earn a dental degree from ciety, the Missouri Dental Asso- Hamburger was a prominent pers, and his thesis work, which ed butterflies to the Sophia M. Washington University School of ciation and the Midwest Society developmental biologist who he presented at the Society for Sachs Butterfly House. Dental Medicine in 1943. of Orthodontics as well as a fel- made many important contribu- Neuroscience meeting in fall 2004, He is survived by his wife of He served three years in the low of the American College of tions while a faculty member here. is titled "A Temporal Order-ing of 62 years, Emilie; sons, Bruce, Army Dental Corps before earning Dentists. The Spector Prize was first Events in 6-OHAD-induced Do- Robert and Mark; a sister, Helen a master's degree in orthodontics He opened his own practice in awarded in 1974 to recognize paminergic Cell Death." Krumboltz; and two grandsons. from the University of Michigan St. Louis County and developed a academic excellence and out- Turetzky will enter a doctoral Memorial contributions may in 1948. strong, removable orthodontic standing undergraduate achieve- program in neurobiology in the be made to Grace Episcopal Brandhorst came home to appliance and wrote a book titled Church, 514 E. Argonne Drive, ment in research. Students are fall. St. Louis that year to practice with The Removable Appliance, which Kirkwood, MO 63122; St. Louis nominated by their mentors. As part of the departmental his father, Otto Brandhorst, D.D.S. was published in both English Audubon Society, P.O. Box 22027, Being nominated means they recognition of his work, he will — who was also the former dean and Spanish. have done outstanding work in present a research talk May 2 at a St. Louis, MO 63122; or the Den- of the School of Dental Medicine Brandhorst also offered his research that their mentors judge special biology department semi- tal Health Theater, 727 First St., — and to teach at Washington dental expertise to research on to be beyond what is typical for nar, which will be followed by a St. Louis, MO 63102. undergraduate students. reception. Kobayashi, world-class mycologist; 78

BY KIM LEYDIG well as their industrial and med- Medicine, served on the School of Campus Watch ical significance," said Russell Medicine Admissions Committee World-class mycologist George Little Jr., M.D., WUSTL professor and worked daily in the Division The following incidents were reported to University Police April 20-26. Readers with S. Kobayashi, Ph.D., professor emeritus of medicine and of of Infectious Disease. information that could assist in investigating these incidents are urged to call 935- emeritus of medicine, died Tues- molecular microbiology. "He was In addition to publishing more 5555. This information is provided as a public service to promote safety awareness day, April 19, 2005, from a termi- indeed a world-class mycologist." than 175 research publications, he and is available on the University Police Web site at police.wustl.edu. nal illness at St. Luke's Hospital. In 1963, Kobayashi joined the received more than 50 invitations He was 78. School of Medicine faculty, where for international visiting profes- April 22 secured the vehicle. The victim Kobayashi was born in San he was a professor of medicine sorships and lectureships. 8:53 a.m. — A student reported stated that he returned to the Francisco, where his family owned and of molecular microbiology He served in various official that someone accessed her parking lot at about 4:15 p.m. and operated a store specializing until he stepped down in 1999. capacities in the American Society bank account and stole $1,800. and found that his vehicle had in imported Japanese items. From 1973-1999, Kobayashi for Microbiology and the Medical The loss was noticed on April apparently been stolen by some After the attack on Pearl Har- served as the associate director Mycology Society of Americas. He 19 and has been reported to the unknown person or persons. bor, Kobayashi's family was impris- of the Clinical Microbiology was a member of peer-review com- bank. An investigation is con- The vehicle was recovered, and oned in several U.S. concentration Laboratory. He spent many years mittees for the National Institutes tinuing. an investigation is continuing. camps created for Japanese- researching the control of cellular of Health, the Food and Drug Ad- Americans during World War II. differentiation of the pathogenic ministration and the American 11:58 a.m. — A student report- April 26 After graduation from high fungus Histoplasma capsulatum. Type Culture Collection. ed that his bicycle, a rental 12:54 p.m. — A member of the school in a Utah relocation camp, "George was an eminent scien- Among his many honors and from Bear Bikes, was stolen transportation office reported a Kobayashi earned a bachelor's tist, but he also was a wonderful achievements, Kobayashi repeat- from outside of Rubelman fraudulent daily permit on a degree in food chemistry from the storyteller," said Gerald Medoff, edly won the School of Medicine's Residence Hall sometime vehicle in the Millbrook Parking University of California, Berkeley, M.D., professor emeritus of medi- Distinguished Service and Teach- between April 18-22. An inves- Garage. The driver was contacted in 1952 and went on to earn a cine and clinical director of the ing Award. tigation is continuing. and the fraudulent permit was doctorate in 1963 from Tulane National Institute on Aging. "His He is survived by his wife, seized. University, where he became fasci- humor and good will touched a Mariko; daughters, Patricia and 5:15 p.m. — A person reported nated by the importance of patho- huge number of people, and Kimi; sons, Dale and Scott; and genic fungi in infections. everyone around him recognized his brother, Eizo. that he parked his 2004 Dodge Additionally, University Police Ram pickup truck on the "George took enormous and he was a special person." Memorial contributions may responded to two larcenies and one justifiable pride in his depth of Until the time he was hospital- be made to the Department of northeast quadrant of parking report each of found property, tres- lot No. 4 at about 6:45 a.m. and knowledge and expertise in ized, he continued to provide con- Infectious Disease, c/o Dan Korte, passing and parking violation. at that time he locked and mycology, including their use as sultation services to the depart- 660 S. Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO food delicacies, food poisons as ments of Pathology and Internal 63117. 8 RECORD WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS April 29,2005 Washington People

Steven S. Smith, Ph.D., one of the nation's premier congressional scholars, got his foot in the door of the U.S. Senate by holding it open — literally. Smith, the Kate M. Gregg Pro- fessor of Social Sciences in Arts & Sciences, got his first taste of the Senate in the early 1970s while working as a doorman for the Senate chambers, a job that came his way as part of a college intern- ship with Sen. Walter Mondale, D-Minn. "Senators were given a couple patronage positions to hand out and Mondale always gave the jobs to his interns," Smith recalls. "That was the spring of the D.C. Water- gate hearings and I spent most of my free time at the hearings, usu- ally sitting somewhere just behind Daniel Ellsberg." Ellsberg's leak of the Pentagon Papers — and the resulting scan- dals — would touch off sweeping governmental reforms and insti- gate landmark institutional changes in the rules, regulations and protocols that control how Congress conducts business. Steven S. Smith, Ph.D., conducts one of his classes on the U.S. Senate. "He's definitely 'Mr. Senate,'" Smith, the awe-struck college says Gary Miller, Ph.D., professor of political science in Arts & Sciences, who also studies Congress. kid looking over Ellsberg's shoul- "He really knows everything there is to know about the U.S. Senate, and he's made a point of familiar- der, would go on to become a pio- izing himself with all of its rules and protocols."

His latest book, The Politics of man-level course on American Institutional Choice: The Develop- government, introduced new ment of the Russian State Duma, information technologies into his explores whether competing theo- classes and developed prototype A political mind ries of parliamentary evolution software for social science research adequately explain Russia's recent methods instruction in a virtual neer in a branch of political sci- Business. His arrival marks a tran- choice of systems for political laboratory environment, a project Congressional ence focusing on the role congres- sition in which the center has refo- committees, parties, elections and funded by the National Science sional institutions play in the cused its mission on supporting agenda-setting mechanisms. Foundation. political process. He would be social science research around Smith's interest in politics be- Smith also has influenced the scholar Steven among the first to trace the devel- campus. gan much closer to home. Grow- field through his doctoral stu- opment of highly restrictive House "The center is making lots of ing up in Long Prairie, Minn., dents, many of whom are making rules, to uncover their political small grants available to support Smith had what he describes as a important contributions to con- S. Smith is motivations and to show that even research at the University," Miller "more than an average" interest in gressional research. Among alumni subtle rule changes could have says. "When you're an assistant politics. of the "Smith School of Politics" substantial long-term implica- professor or a doctoral student, a When he was in sixth grade, his are stars Sarah Binder and Forrest 'Mr. Senate' tions. Once largely overlooked by little bit of money can go a long family moved to the "big city" of Maltzman, both of whom are now scholars, these "special rules" are way toward helping establish a St. Cloud, where his political professors of political science at now an especially hot topic in con- research agenda. I consider this interests blossomed amid the George Washington University. gressional research. some of the best-spent money at unsettled days of the early 1960s. Binder is known for important In the Senate, the current battle the University." He followed the assassination work on minority rights in the over the use of filibusters to block Smith's own research has been of John F. Kennedy, the 1964 House. Maltzman has made note- judicial nominations has resulted widely published. He is the author Goldwater-Johnson presidential worthy contributions on the poli- in widely differing interpretations of seven books on congressional race, Martin Luther King speeches tics of committee assignments. of Senate rules and regulations. politics, and currently has three and the Watts race riots. By high Both carry on Smith's trademark "We're hearing a lot of self- more in the works, including school, he was working as a volun- interest in how partisan political righteous speeches about the fili- books on the development of teer in local election campaigns. calculations interact with congres- buster and tradition and constitu- party organization and leadership As a sophomore at St. Cloud sional rules and procedures. BY GERRY EVERDING tional principles, when in fact, its in the U.S. Senate and on the in- State University, Smith worked as Among his students, Smith is just partisan or narrow self-inter- fluence of institutional arrange- an intern with a newly elected, legendary for the time he spends est that's driving the positions ments on policy choices in the first-term Democratic state legis- discussing nuances of their current on these procedural matters," U.S. Congress. He's a co-editor of lator, a mass media professor research. Unknown to him, his Smith says. Legislative Studies Quarterly and with whom Smith had studied at students keep a light-hearted tally "Hardly anybody is consistent has served on the editorial boards St. Cloud State. of the length of Smith's marathon over time in real-life politics when of American Journal of Political "Working side-by-side with a advising sessions, with three hours it comes to procedural matters. It's Science and Journal of Politics. legislator gave me an appreciation being the norm and record-hold- all about the underlying issues. It's When it comes to his own poli- for the challenges elected officials ers running as long as eight hours. the group's that are pushing them tics, Smith draws a sharp fine. face," Smith says. "I saw the In his advising, Smith empha- and their interests that are driving "I no longer engage in partisan unavoidable cross pressures that sizes the need to temper abstract the process, and their attitudes politics because it's critical for me come with public office, the issues political theories and technical about procedure are all a byprod- to have access to both sides of the that test your principles against arguments with a "nuts and bolts" uct of those underlying interests. spectrum. I need both sides to realities of the political world. I understanding of how issues play "This has been the history of appreciate that I value my profes- didn't care for the lifestyle, for the out in the real world. He implores the Senate. It's been the history of sional principles very highly and lack of privacy. I realized that students to get under the hood, to most political institutions, and my that these principles lead me to be elected office was not for me." see how the legislative machine job in all this has been to point very skeptical of claims made by Smith no longer dreamed of works in action. this out, to rise above the partisan either side." becoming a politician, but his "I could not imagine having a rhetoric and show that many cur- While his early research fo- interest in studying them re- better adviser," says Jason Roberts, rent arguments — on all sides — cused primarily on the modern mained strong. He earned two a 2005 graduate of Washington "Steve doesn't treat you tend to be arguments of conven- U.S. Congress, it has evolved over degrees in political science, a University's political science doc- ience." the years to include more histori- bachelor's from St. Cloud State toral program and now an assis- like you're just another Described as one of the most cal studies of Congress and parlia- in 1975 and a doctorate from the tant professor at the University of student He makes you important and influential students ments around the world, including University of Minnesota in 1980. Minnesota. of legislative politics of his genera- the emerging Russian democracy. As a congressional fellow, Smith "Steve doesn't treat you like feel like you're one of tion, his research explores the He became interested in Russia spent a year working with Thomas you're just another student. He his close research causes and consequences of insti- as post-Soviet democratic institu- "Tip" O'Neill Jr., D-Mass., when makes you feel like you're one of tutional change. tions began to emerge, providing O'Neill was Speaker of the House. his close research colleagues, like colleagues, like you're "He's definitely 'Mr. Senate,'" the perfect laboratory for Smith's He began teaching at George you're just another scholar in the just another scholar in says Gary Miller, Ph.D., professor research. Washington University in 1979, field. It's personal with him — like of political science in Arts & Sci- "The Russian parliament offers moved to Northwestern University you're part of the family." the field. It's personal ences, who also studies Congress. research opportunities that can no in 1984 and became a senior fel- with him — like you're "He really knows everything there longer be found in the United low at the Brookings Institution in Steven S. Smith is to know about the U.S. Senate, States and most other Western 1985. He returned to the Univer- part of the family." and he's made a point of familiar- parliaments," he explains. "The sity of Minnesota in 1987 and was Hometown: St. Cloud, Minn. izing himself with all of its rules reason is that many of these key named Morse-Alumni Distingu- JASON ROBERTS Degrees: Bachelor's degree, political and protocols." institutional choices being made ished Teaching Professor of Poli- science, St. Cloud State University, Since joining the political sci- by the Russians are being made tical Science in 1996 and the 1975 ence faculty in 2001, Smith also right now while we can observe Distinguished McKnight Univer- has served as director of the Mur- them and actually speak to people sity Professor of Political Science Doctorate, political science, University ray Weidenbaum Center on the making the choices. Since I spe- in 1998. of Minnesota, 1980 Economy, Government, and Public cialize in the development of leg- At Minnesota, Smith earned a Family: Son, Tyler, 16; daughter, Policy, formerly known as the islative institutions, it's a natural reputation for innovative teach- Shannon, 13 Center for the Study of American match." ing. He led a reform of the fresh-