Check out 10 must-see east end highlights

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 […]

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

Brookings Hall on the campus of Washington University in St. Louis is lit fed to celebrate Convocation.

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.

A new ‘Way’

Architectural rendering of Wrighton Way, part of the transformation of the east end of Danforth Campus at Washington University in St. Louis

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

A scene from Commencement at Washington University in St. Louis

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.

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

Architectural rendering of Wrighton Way, part of the transformation of the east end of Danforth Campus at Washington University in St. Louis

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.

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.