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Gladney appointed chief human resources officer
Apryle M. Gladney has been appointed vice chancellor and chief human resources officer (CHRO) effective April 1, announced Nichol Luoma, executive vice chancellor and chief administrative officer.
Boldly Go Where Your Wellness Journey Takes You
Join the spring wellness challenge, Star Trak, a 6-week journey to prioritize movement and community.
Inspiring People at WashU
We’re excited to announce and invite you to be part of “Inspiring WashU People”, WashU’s new initiative highlighting the incredible people who make our university special.
WashU Medicine Human Resources Office Relocation
WashU Medicine’s Office of Human Resources will relocate to 4511 Forest Park Ave., 2nd floor, Suite 200, effective March 7, 2025.
Spring Forward: Taking steps towards well-being at WashU
Every moment in 2025 brings a chance to focus on what matters. At WashU, we’re building a community of support as we prioritize our well-being together.
WashU HR Team Spreads Holiday Cheer While Highlighting Family Care Resources
WashU HR and Wellness Champions volunteer their time with Project Holiday Cheer, and support family care resources
Resources to Support Employee Transitions
Set yourself up for success by utilizing the resources in place through Human Resources to best support yourself, whether as a new employee, if you’re transitioning into a new role or planning to retire soon.
Going for Gold: How Shonda McDaniel and the Mesmer Eyes Team Triumphed in WashU’s Well-Being Challenge
Winning a gold medal isn’t just for those who competed in the Paris Olympics last summer. Shonda McDaniel and colleagues want to prove they’re gold medalists, too
Nourish your body and mind
Nourish your body and mind with the 2024 fall well-being challenge!
Gladney appointed interim vice chancellor and chief human resources officer
Apryle M. Gladney, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, has been appointed interim vice chancellor and chief human resources officer.
Hurricanes Milton & Helene | Employee Resources
WashU employees who been impacted by Hurricane Helene have resources available to them and eligible family members.
Carla Bailey Named Top 50 Woman Leader in St. Louis
Carla Bailey, director of learning and development for Human Resources at WashU, has been named one of Women We Admire’s “Top 50 Women Leaders of St. Louis for 2024” for her development and delivery of leadership and team-building programs and workshops.
Unleash your inner Olympian | Get active with Go Gold
Unleash your inner Olympian by joining the summer 2024 well-being challenge, Go Gold.
St. Louis CITY2 Engagement Supports Connection Across WashU
One department that has really embraced these WashU-Sponsored events is the School of Medicine’s Department of Anesthesiology.
Hurricane Beryl | Employee Resources
WashU employees who been impacted by Hurricane Beryl have resources available to them and eligible family members.
Staff Recognition and Milestone Service Awards | 2024
WashU is thrilled to honor our 2024 service award recipients and distinguished honor awardees
HR Champions Sustainability with Earth Day Cleanup
An enthusiastic group of HR employees volunteered their time for a local Earth Day cleanup initiative demonstrating their dedication to sustainability and supporting the local neighborhood.
WashU makes list of ‘America’s best large employers’ (Links to an external site)
WashU has been recognized by Forbes as one the 2024 recipients of America’s Best Large Employers.
State of the School of Medicine Address 2023 (Links to an external site)
Dean Perlmutter delivered the School of Medicine’s annual State of the School address in January, providing both a retrospective of the school’s progress over the past year and a glimpse into its future. Watch the recording
Distinguished Honors Awards Now Open
Nominate a deserving staff member through the university’s Distinguished Honor Awards, which open Feb. 5, 2024.
Thrive tip: Rest, recharge and rejuvenate this holiday season
Be proactive and reduce stress when you can with these tips during the holiday season.
Move more, live better: Embracing the power of physical activity
Meet Tyler and Jenny, two employees from WashU’s Physical Therapy Clinic who are dedicated to promoting physical activity and supporting coworkers on their well-being journey.
WashU’s Employee Recognition Platform
WashU has partnered with Awardco to provide employees recognition and appreciation.
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict | Employee Resources
WashU employees who been impacted by the war in Israel have resources available to them and eligible family members.
Staff Recognition and Milestone Service Awards | 2023
We are excited to honor our 2023 service award recipients and distinguished honor awardees
21 Fun Summer Activities to Do with Your Kids
Find some fun (and maybe new) activities in the St. Louis region to do or visit with your family this summer.
WashU recognized as a top workplace
WashU has been recognized in several recent surveys as a top workplace.
Boscan inaugural director of investigations and conflict resolution
Gillian Boscan, JD, is WashU’s new director of investigations and conflict resolution in the Office of Institutional Equity.
Free Tree Seedlings
The Human Resource Well-Being Team is partnering with Sustainability and WashU Arboretum to hand out oak, pecan, and wahoo seedlings. You can request up to 3 seedlings. Pick up at Schnuck Pavilion on March 30 from 1:30pm to 4:00pm.
Acosta new assistant vice chancellor for employee learning, development
Julie-Ellen Acosta has been named assistant vice chancellor effective March 1.
Toastmasters International
Join a WashU Toastmasters club today!
Support for International Disasters
WashU employees who been impacted by the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have resources available to them and eligible family members.
Institute for Leadership Excellence established for WashU employees
WashU has launched an Institute for Leadership Excellence, which provides immersive professional development opportunities for employees across the university.
Clark recognized for work on medical apprenticeships
Kathy Clark, Washington University School of Medicine, manager of medical apprenticeships, honored y St. Louis Business Journal
Let’s Celebrate Heart Health Month
In honor of National Heart Month, WashU’s employee Well-being Team is highlighting important steps and resources to help you take care of your heart. Eating healthier, exercising more and getting regular check-ups are key steps toward a healthy heart. In addition, reducing stress and considering our emotional connection to ourselves play a vital role in […]
University gets top score on Campus Pride Index
WashU earned five out of five stars on the Campus Pride Index, a tool run by the national nonprofit group Campus Pride that measures LGBTQ programs, policies and practices at 400 U.S. colleges and universities
Wellness Champion Fund Projects
WashU Wellness Champions are eligible to apply for start-up funds for projects that promote innovative, personalized solutions to their unique work group. HR’s Well-being team offers financial support to Wellness Champions who are in good standing and interested in start-up funds to address the wellness needs of their workgroup. Read about the Champion Fund Projects […]
How to Make Holidays Kid-Friendly
Help kids rise to the occasion, and don’t aim too high. Caroline Miller, Child Mind Institute Let’s acknowledge that the holidays can be stressful for many people for varying reasons, and this includes parents and children. Why are the holidays so fraught? Because expectations are heightened, and holidays can feel like a test of how […]
Refresh and reinvigorate with Renew
Take time to refresh and reinvigorate yourself during the fall 2022 wellness challenge, Renew.
Medical assistant apprenticeship program recognized by U.S. Department of Labor (Links to an external site)
The medical assistant apprenticeship program at Washington University in St. Louis has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor as a model program. As part of the recognition, the program has been dubbed an ambassador and will serve as a model program in that role, sharing its experiences through a national network and collaborating […]
United Way Volunteer Spotlight: Kelly Bogda
You might recognize Kelly Bogda if you’ve spent any time in the Bear Necessities Shop on WashU’s South 40 Campus; she joined the WashU community as manager there in July 2021. Bogda has spent the last two decades volunteering with youth and specifically with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri (GSEM) for the past 15 […]
Support for Traumatic Events
Resources for faculty and staff who have been affected by the Oct. 24 shooting at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School in St. Louis.
Fall Health and Wellness Updates for Employees
Open enrollment, flu vaccines and other tips to help you and your loved ones stay healthy this fall.
United Way Volunteer Spotlight: Wilmetta Toliver-Diallo
The Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition operates on the belief that every child deserves a place to call home. This could be through adoption, or by creating a stable and safe environment for youth in foster care. They provide programs to serve families, youth in foster care, and advocacy efforts so that every child has […]
‘Summertime’ Challenge Team Winners
Summertime was our four-week summer wellness challenge that aimed to empower WashU employees to incorporate movement into their daily lives while connecting with family and friends. Benefits-eligible employees were invited to participate as an individual or as part of a team to track their steps and participate in weekly social activities. Participants also had the […]
Flood Support & Resources
Find resources and support for the flooding that has impacted St. Louis.
Bemis named vice chancellor for human resources, institutional equity
Scot R. Bemis has been named vice chancellor for human resources and institutional equity at WashU.
Seize the Summertime
Enjoy the outdoors while you stay active with the 2022 Summertime activity challenge!
Wellness Champion Spotlight | Jean Fuchs in A&S Biology
Jean FuchsContract & Grants CoordinatorArts & Sciences | Biology Jean Fuchs has been an active and supportive Champion ever since she joined the Wellness Champion network in January of 2020. I’ve been particularly impressed by her efforts as Team Captain throughout the various challenges, as she promotes an inclusive and encouraging environment for her […]