Rachel Twedt
Creative Services Manager
As the Creative Services Manager, I am responsible for the daily intake, scoping, scheduling, and prioritization of design projects, working closely with campus partners, print vendors and our internal team members. I also help evaluate and configure processes and tools we use to get work done. You might say I am the “front door” of […]
Jackie Schlarman
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications and Marketing
As the assistant vice chancellor for strategic communications and marketing at WashU, I am committed to enhancing the university’s reputation as a world-class academic and research institution with strong ties to the St. Louis region. My responsibilities include engaging and aligning stakeholders, advising and planning marketing campaigns, identifying opportunities to amplify the university’s achievements, and […]
Brandy Rustemeyer
Senior Interactive Web Designer
As interactive web designer, I collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to create engaging digital experiences that align with university brand guidelines. I work to create user-centered designs that balance business objectives with user needs while building meaningful relationships. I love what I do, and I’m happiest working with creative and passionate people. I graduated from Lindenwood University […]
Kristen Gau
Senior Creative Director of Digital Content and Design
As senior creative director, I set the vision for digital presence and emphasize alignment of digital content and design with the university’s overall mission and goals. I help ensure digital content is not only visually appealing but also strategically crafted to engage target audiences. I have spent over 20 years in marketing and design and am proud […]
Chris Amelung
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Digital Strategy
According to my job description, I manage and oversee the university’s top-level web presence (a.k.a., washu.edu) and guide strategy for the externally focused websites at WashU. For you, I’m the guy you call when you need help with a website. Before I joined the WashU community, I was a senior web developer at Yale University where I […]
Pat Bierman
Executive Assistant to the Vice Chancellor
As the executive assistant to the vice chancellor, I work closely with the vice chancellor and the senior management team. I am responsible for setting up meetings with members of Public Affairs and campus partners. I enjoy arranging events such as monthly staff luncheons, Huddles, holiday parties and welcome/departing gatherings. Those chocolate chip cookies at […]
Monica Duwel
Senior Graphic Designer
As senior graphic designer on the Office of Public Affairs creative service team, I work with campus partners to create the tactics and materials offices need to promote the amazing things that they are doing. In my time here, it’s been exciting getting to know the university through various campus projects. I have worked closely […]
Erika Ebsworth-Goold
Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives
As executive director of strategic initiatives at Washington University in St. Louis, I get to make sure everyone on campus—and beyond—is in the know about some of the university’s most important priorities. From sustainability to global outreach, to entrepreneurship plus diversity and inclusiveness, it’s my privilege to help tell the stories that truly set WashU […]
William Emery
Quality Assurance Specialist / EIT Accessibility Coordinator
As a quality assurance specialist, my role is to enable the digital communications team to produce high quality web projects. This includes ensuring that quality is built in through out the life cycle of a project, from discovery to deployment. Before joining WashU, I spent 20 years gaining experience as software testing professional. Originally from […]
Julie Hail Flory
Vice Chancellor for Marketing and Communications
Julie Hail Flory was appointed vice chancellor for marketing and communications in April 2021. As a member of the chancellor’s executive cabinet, she provides strategic counsel to university leadership and serves as the primary issues management and executive communications strategist. She leads the work of University Marketing & Communications, which defines, elevates and protects WashU’s […]