The project features new buildings, an expansive park and world-class art. Sweeping views. An expansive park. And a killer turkey wrap. These are just a few of highlights of the newly completed east end project, Washington University in St. Louis’ largest capital project in recent history. The newly completed east end encompasses 18 acres of […]
Author: Campus Next
While you were away
Changes happened at lightning speed this summer as the East End Transformation raced toward the finish line. Watch these videos to see where we’ve been and how far we’ve come.
Party in the Park
The mood was celebratory in the freshly minted Ann and Andrew Tisch Park Aug. 17 as 1,736 members of the Washington University in St. Louis Class of 2023, along with their parents, gathered for Party in the Park following Convocation. The new buildings surrounding The Tisch park helped to light the way as the newest […]
East End Transformation: A two-year time lapse
The east end of the Danforth Campus has undergone astounding changes since the project’s inception two years ago. This time lapse — from the project’s beginning to the near-present — shows the exhilarating transformation.
Six months in 60 seconds: part 4
Work on the East End Transformation of the Danforth Campus may be winding down, but there’s still a lot of activity. Take in some of the sights and sounds of the past six months.
Progress in pictures: the home stretch
It’s been two years since the transformation of the east end of the Danforth campus began. A lot has changed.
A new ‘Way’
It’s official! The former location of south Hoyt Drive is now Wrighton Way in honor of Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton and his many contributions to the university.
Commencement 2019: What to expect
The happiest day of the year is almost upon us. Here’s what you need to know about the east end during Commencement.
Beauty and biodiversity
In early March, workers planted more than 250 trees as part of the East End Transformation project — a number that will grow to nearly 400 by spring 2020.
Women in Construction Week: Washington University women at work
To mark WIC Week, Washington University in St. Louis is profiling women who are helping to transform the east end of the Danforth Campus through their roles in construction.
Progress in pictures: The past six months
The past few months have seen a lot of changes to the east end of the Danforth campus. Public Affairs photographer Joe Angeles captured the progress.
A preview of what’s to come
These 360-degree videos offer a glimpse into a more connected campus experience and a physical environment that will enhance the university’s core missions.
What’s happening here? Under the Big Top
No, the circus hasn’t come to town. The giant white tent you see on the East End site will allow landscape work to continue whether rain, snow, sleet or shine.
Wrighton Way: Honoring a legacy
A special addition to the East End, Wrighton Way, was announced Dec. 7 at a gala honoring Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton and his wife, Risa Zwerling Wrighton. The new walkway and court will honor the couple for their contributions to the university during his more than 23-year tenure.
Six months in 60 seconds: Part 3
East-end construction progress from July through December 2018 at Washington University in St. Louis is highlighted in this video.
Hoyt Drive to close for construction Jan. 11
Beginning Friday, Jan. 11, Hoyt Drive will be closed to vehicular traffic for improvements to the north entry to the east end of campus.
Webcam added at McKelvey building site
A web camera has been installed at the southeast corner of the McKelvey Hall footprint, giving viewers now four webcam options on the East End construction site.
Video: University architect Jamie Kolker on the campus experience
University architect Jamie Kolker shares why this is a great time to visit Washington University and St. Louis.
What lies beneath: from ‘Brookings Beach’ to Tisch Park
Landscape architect Jeffrey Bruce gives us the scoop on the soil for Tisch Park. But first, a crash course on what’s happened below the surface.
Sam Fox students win award for ‘One Tree Project’
Learn about the mesmerizing “One Tree Project,” which earned Sam Fox students an award of excellence from the American Society of Landscape Architects.