Won Ro Lee and Kyung Ja Shin Lee are advancing teaching and research in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Medicine, where their daughter serves as chief.
WashU launches public health institute to accelerate real-world impact
Funding from Tony Ryan, a university trustee, and his wife, Ann, will establish the Ryan Institute for Interdisciplinary Health Solutions to drive applied research that addresses pressing global health challenges.
Support for pancreatic cancer research honors late patriarch
Spendable fund created by the Nussbaum family is fueling breakthroughs that may lead to novel treatments and better outcomes for pancreatic cancer patients.
Undergraduate scholarship pledge promotes access
Commitment from alumni Brian and Dana Hirsch reflects an appreciation for their alma mater and a desire to teach their daughters the importance of philanthropy.
With you, this is what WashU can do
Launched May 1, With You is an ambitious fundraising and engagement campaign that encourages alumni, parents, and friends to partner with WashU to build a better world for all. Read more below about donors whose philanthropy is already driving progress in four impact areas: healthier lives, greater access, flourishing communities, and future-ready leaders.
Halting Alzheimer’s progression
Funding from parent and entrepreneur Ron Shaich is helping WashU Medicine investigators test potential interventions to treat and prevent neurodegenerative diseases.
Opening doors to opportunity
Alumna Stacey Price and her husband, Brian, establish annual and endowed undergraduate scholarships honoring the power of family and the impact of a WashU education.
Alleviating global hunger
Support from George and Debra Couch advances efforts led by Jeffrey Gordon to combat childhood malnutrition by producing therapeutic foods that target the gut microbiome.