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Robert I. Bolla, Ph.D.: 1943-2025
Robert I. Bolla, Ph.D., former chair of the Department of Biology at Saint Louis University, died Sunday, July 27, 2025. He was 81. Bolla worked at SLU from 1989 to 2001.
SLU Welcomes 175 New Medical Students at White Coat Ceremony
Saint Louis University’s School of Medicine marked a pivotal milestone for 175 incoming medical students at its annual White Coat Ceremony. On Sunday, July 27, faculty, family, and friends convened at St. Francis Xavier College Church to honor the students' achievements and their forthcoming pledge to the medical profession.
Saint Louis University Hosts National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference
Saint Louis University hosted student government leaders from Jesuit colleges and universities on campus July 22-26. This was the first time SLU hosted the National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference.
James Hitchcock, Ph.D.: 1938-2025
James F. Hitchcock, Ph.D., professor emeritus of history, died Monday, July 14, 2025. He was 87. Hitchcock authored several books on the history of the Catholic Church.
Lentine Receives Award of Merit for Outstanding Contributions to Scientific Medicine
Krista Lentine, M.D., Ph.D., professor of medicine at Saint Louis University's School of Medicine, is the 2024 recipient of the St. Louis Metropolitan Medicine Society Award of Merit for Outstanding Contributions to Scientific Medicine.