Mission and History

WSWU engages women in the life of the university through education, scholarships, student projects, and leadership. We carry out our mission through support of university programs, full-tuition scholarships, and lectures. To forward its mission, the Women’s Society initiated several small businesses in 1966 to serve students, faculty, and staff. The Bear Necessities shop, located in Umrath […]

BAC Leadership

Atlanta Chapter Co-Chairs Monique Childress, BSBA ’10wubac@wustl.edu Justin Nicks, BSBA ’13wubac@wustl.edu Chicago Chapter Co-Chairs Sacha Coupet, AB ’91bac.chicago@wustl.edu Kandyc​e St. Clair, AB ’07bac.chicago@wustl.edu New York Chapter Co-Chairs Reginald Binford, BS ’03 bac.ny@wustl.edu Lori Davis-West, AB ’84bac.ny@wustl.edu San Francisco Bay Area Chapter Co-Chairs Jared Joiner, AB ’05 bac.bayarea@wustl.edu Donald Nichols, AB ’91bac.bayarea@wustl.edu St. Louis Chapter Co-Chairs ​Harry Moppins Jr., […]

Washington University Pride Alumni Network

In 2013, Lars Etzkorn, AB ’87, founded the Washington University Pride Alumni Network (WUpan) to support and cultivate community amongst LGBTQIA+ students and alumni. Today, WUpan honors Etzkorn’s original vision with its mission to foster fellowship and promote well being across the WashU LGBTQIA+ community, from current students and alumni to faculty and staff.  WUpan hosts […]

Board and Committee Chairs

Officers and Executive Committee PresidentJulie Sward Vice President (Business)Judy Geczi Vice President (Education)Barbara Wilkinson Vice President (Funding)Nancy Garvey Vice President (Membership)Callie Raspberry SecretaryBarbara Swalina Treasurer/FinanceLaura Boedges Composing a LifeLori Sullivan Leadership AwardKathy Fulstone Marketing-CommunicationsAixa Martinez NominatingAngie Bernardi ScholarshipCarol Armstrong Vice Chairs Business: Becky Brown Education: Susanne Franza Valdez Finance: Florence Terry Pullen Funding: Barbara Bindler Membership: Renee Bennett […]

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La Comunidad at WashU

A conversation with Mario Treto, AB ’07 Stay in the know Update your alumni profile to stay connected. STEERING COMMITTEE Isabel Acevedo, BS ’06Jorge Castillo, AB ’06Julia Macias, PhD ’20Jocelyn Meraz, AB ’18Carol Pazos, AB ’20Andrea Straccia, BSBA ’06, MA ’09 A note on terminology In order to be in alignment with our values and […]

Women’s Society Membership

Become a member today! To join the Women’s Society, please click the button below and select “Women’s Society Membership” under “Designation.“ MEMBERSHIP LEVELS: Standard Annual Membership: $100 – For those living in St. Louis area. This membership level provides access to all Women’s Society lectures and special events. Sustaining Annual Membership: $250– This membership level […]

The Elizabeth Gray Danforth Garden and Butterfly Guide (Ibby’s Garden)

Ibby’s Garden was designed by June Hutson, the outdoor project coordinator at the Missouri Botanical Garden. The Woman’s Club was the primary donor for the project. The Club was involved in all parts of the developmental process, from original designs to physical planting and continues to maintain the garden. The Woman’s Club of Washington University […]

Woman’s Club Events

Join the Woman’s Club at one of our special events held throughout the year. We pride ourselves in providing enriching programs and opportunities for building friendships. Spring 2025 Upcoming Events Nature Playscape Tour Friday, May 9, 2025 9 a.m. Join the Enjoying Nature group for a tour of the Anne O’C. Albrecht Nature Playscape in […]

Membership and Support

Membership is open to all who are interested in joining the Woman’s Club and supporting our mission. Your fully tax-deductible membership contribution supports the ongoing educational activities of the Woman’s Club including the Risa Zwerling Wrighton Endowed Scholarship Fund, the Elizabeth Danforth Butterfly Garden Fund, Learning Endowment Fund, and Assembly Series Endowment Fund. The Woman’s […]

Special Interest Groups and Programming

Special Interest Groups The Woman’s Club boasts a wide variety of opportunities for members to get involved in. All club members are invited to attend Special Interest Group meetings. If you are not a regular group member but wish to attend a meeting, please contact the group chair and ask to be added to their […]