St. Louis Ranked #4 Nationally Among Top 10 U.S. Biopharma Clusters

August 24, 2026

by GEN (Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News)

The days of biotech businesses and institutions limiting their research and commercial activity to top clusters like Boston/Cambridge, MA, and the San Francisco Bay Area are passing, as the life …

By Amanda Martin
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How to Ask for a Recommendation Letter From a Professor in 2026

Asking a professor for a recommendation letter feels bigger than it needs to be. Most professors write these regularly and expect the ask. What actually matters is asking the right professor, in the right way, with enough time and enough …

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The Ultimate Job Search Checklist for College Seniors in 2026

Senior year is a lot. Classes, capstone projects, maybe a thesis — and somewhere in the middle of all that, you’re supposed to figure out your entire career. No pressure, right?

Here’s what’s actually true: the seniors who land great …

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What Is Consulting? A Plain-English Guide for Students in 2026

You’ve heard the word a hundred times. Your professor mentioned it. That one upperclassman on LinkedIn keeps posting about their “consulting internship.” And now you’re wondering: what does consulting actually mean, and is it something worth pursuing?

Here’s the thing, …

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New Minor in Systems Engineering for Social Good Offered at Washington University in St. Louis

Channing Suhl  05.28.2026

As complex, engineered systems become deeply integrated into our professional and personal lives, it is critical that engineers possess the ability to consider the social implications of these systems, connecting technical decisions with ethical and societal outcomes.

Beginning …

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Career Resources

WashU has partnered with Exponent, a platform designed to help students excel in technical interviews for roles in software engineering, …

WashU CNX is a mentor-focused online community where you can build connections with fellow students, alumni, and friends of the university …