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SLU Welcomes Home Newest Billikens at Convocation

President Edward Feser smiles as he walks past a crowd of cheering and clapping Oriflamme students. They are wearing orange shirts.

President Edward Feser, Ph.D., is cheered by Oriflamme during Convocation on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Sarah Conroy.

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Priests pray over SLU's new President Edward Feser, Ph.D.
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Leadership
University Celebrates Mass of the Holy Spirit

Saint Louis University marked the beginning of the new academic year with its traditional Mass of the Holy Spirit. This year's liturgy took place on Thursday, Aug. 21, at Saint Francis Xavier College Church. New President Edward Feser, Ph.D., was officially missioned during the Mass.

Olu Owoeye, Ph.D., leans against a railing for a photo on a bright sunny day. He is smiling and wearing a long-sleeve pink shirt.
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Research
SLU Study Highlights Pickleball's Safety for Overweight Players, Ideal for Weight Control

A recent study conducted by researchers at Saint Louis University has uncovered new insights into the injury patterns among pickleball players across the U.S., highlighting a significant finding: increased Body Mass Index (BMI) did not increase the odds of injury among pickleball players.

Students walking on SLU's campus.
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Campus Life
Photo Gallery: Fall 2025 Semester Begins at SLU

Saint Louis University began the fall 2025 semester on Wednesday, Aug. 20. Check out some pictures from the first day of classes.

A blue graphic that says, "Saint Louis University".
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Alumni
An Alumna’s Journey to Empower Others with Autoimmune Diseases

Saint Louis University alumna Melissa Marquis (GRAD PH ’09) faced the daunting challenge of unexplained and relentless pain that overshadowed her life for almost 15 years. Despite often feeling isolated and invisible as she sought a diagnosis and battled confusing symptoms, however, she turned her suffering into strength.

A headshot SangNam Ahn, Ph.D. against a gray background.
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Research
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.

A priest stands behind a student as he plays the piano.
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Mission
SLU Doctoral Student Connects Ugandan Students With Pianos, Other Musical Instruments

Fr. Thomas Sserwadda, a doctoral student studying higher education administration at Saint Louis University, sent musical instruments to the Bukalasa Minor Seminary in Masaka Diocese, Uganda.

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