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SLU Launches William L. Clay, Sr. Institute of Civic Engagement and Economic Justice
The Clay Institute will provide immersive learning experiences and hands-on training that address the social and economic challenges facing the St. Louis region and the nation. Institute programming will be available to all students with an interest in civic engagement and democratic participation.
SLU Research Explores Depression's Ripple Effect on Diabetes
A study conducted by researchers at Saint Louis University found that patients with depression were more likely to have uncontrolled diabetes over time and that depression contributes to a heightened economic burden to diabetes management.
SLU/YouGov Poll: Statewide Cell Phone Ban for Missouri Schools Popular with Voters
Governor Mike Kehoe has signed Senate Bill 68 into law, enacting a statewide ban on the use of personal electronic devices, including cell phones, tablets, and smartwatches, throughout the school day in Missouri public and public charter schools.
SLU Vaccine Center Will Enroll Healthy Volunteers in Yellow Fever Vaccine Clinical Trial
Saint Louis University's Center for Vaccine Development will enroll up to 70 adult volunteers in a clinical trial to study the safety elicited by a new investigational vaccine for yellow fever, a potentially deadly disease that is spread by mosquitoes. The research is funded by Sanoﬁ Pasteur.
Feser Joins Global Jesuit Assembly During First Week as SLU's President
As he began his tenure as Saint Louis University's 34th president, Edward Feser, Ph.D., represented SLU as a delegate at the 2025 Assembly of the International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU).