William, Author at 2016 Presidential Debate

‘The eyes of the world will be upon us’: Video highlights announcing Oct. 9 debate

September 24, 2015July 26, 2016

Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton at podium delivering speech.

On Sept. 23, 2015, Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton, along with other university and student leaders, shared the news with the university community and the St. Louis media at a press conference.

Getting the call: Washington University to host presidential debate Oct. 9, 2016

September 23, 2015July 26, 2016

As the eyes of the world turn to the 2016 U.S. presidential election, Washington University in St. Louis will play a prominent role in the national political conversation when it hosts a presidential debate on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016.