LGBTQ+ students find support on campus while encouraging growth
Senior John Wallis credits some of his comfortability with coming out to Webster. Yet, he wants to see Webster continue to have tough conversations...
McPherson Community Garden brings fresh food and fellowship
The McPherson Community Garden started as a way to make the area look nice, but has since grown into a source of fresh, healthy...
Winterfest 2021 brings ice skating and S’mores to Kiener Plaza
The event began on Nov. 20, after being held virtually last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
On Nov. 20, Winterfest 2021 opened at...
College of Arts and Sciences throws first Ugly Sweater Party
According to organizer Kathryn Watkins, more than 75 students attended the Ugly Sweater Party on Dec. 9.
Students roasted S’mores over an open fire,...
Webster professor Julie Smith works to make classroom unique for students
Julie Smith, a professor at Webster University's School of Communications, will bring her dog Millie to class. She also incorporates games and scavenger hunts...
Webster Art Coalition brings back print sale after absence
The Webster Art Coalition hosted the print sale on Dec. 9 and 10, giving student artists the ability to connect with peers and sell...
Witchcraft gains popularity through TikTok
Throughout history, witches have turned to seclusion and faced being hunted and killed. Today, Gen Z has embraced witchcraft and is sharing their knowledge...
Local Elementary Students Pull “Wagon Train of Food” to Fight Hunger
Second-and-third-graders from The college School delivered over 3,000 nonperishable food items to Emmanuel Episcopal Food Ministry on Nov. 19.
The sun was shining. The...
Old Webster Holiday Open House features Santa and carriage rides
On Nov. 14, Old Webster had its Holiday Open House. Visitors could see Santa, stop by local shops and hop on carriage rides.
If...
Opinions on tattoos differ by religion
Though religions take various stances on tattoos, Webster students sometimes do not take their beliefs into account.
Remembering Terry, Kirk and Tony
The families of Terry Jackson, Kirk Cappello and Tony Saputo reflect on their time with the three before their tragic deaths.
Webster University Orchestra To Debut Composer Jorge Morel’s Aquarelle Latino
The Webster University Orchestra played the concerto for two guitars with a full string orchestra in a grant theatre hall. This was the way...
Student finds quiet places to take Zoom classes
Commuter student Logan Nguyen takes an online class the same day as an in-person class. Over the first few weeks, Nguyen explored places to...
Local holiday light attractions go up for the season
Throughout this month, both big businesses and small shops alike are celebrating the holiday season with extravagant light shows and decorations.
If you’re looking to...
Tattoos of Webster
In the spring of 2016, The Journal set out to create a gallery chronicling the different tattoos that students and employees at Webster have on their bodies. Every tattoo holds significant meaning to those that get ink, and The Journal wants their stories to be heard.
Webster Groves restaurants find ways to adapt in spite of pandemic
Ghost kitchens. Delivery service. Curbside services. These are just some ways restaurant owners have had to get creative in the face of the COVID-19...