
About the Center
The Weidenbaum Center is a research institute at Washington University in St. Louis that supports social scientific research in the fields of public policy, economics, political science, and sociology. The Center funds faculty research, provides administrative support for research activities, and sponsors a wide range of public affairs programs. In doing so, the Center serves as a bridge between scholars, policymakers, and the general public. Through unbiased empirical research and events, the Center addresses many of the pressing public policy issues facing America and the world today.
The Weidenbaum Center is located on the Washington University Danforth Campus in Seigle Hall, Suite 170. Click here for campus map & closest parking garage
upcoming
events
Un Día Normal Film Screening
Join us for an insightful and timely discussion on immigration through the lens of film.
View EventThe Past, Present, and Future of the Federal Reserve
Join us for a special event featuring a conversation among three distinguished leaders of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. Together, they will explore the evolving role of the Federal Reserve in the U.S. economy, drawing on decades of leadership and experience at the St. Louis Fed. This event is co-sponsored by the Purdue University Mitch Daniels School of Business.
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Trump and GOP’s tax bill would force cuts to Medicare, CBO says

Trump treats laws as obstacles, not limits − and the only real check on his rule-breaking can come from political pressure

As a Political Science PhD student, being a member of the Weidenbaum Center has been instrumental in my growth as a scholar. Through the Center’s events, I engage with cutting-edge research on some of the most pressing political issues, broadening my perspective on innovative methodologies and the future of political inquiry. Additionally, the Weidenbaum Center has directly supported my academic success, providing the resources and mentorship to elevate my research on both institutional and behavioral aspects of American politics. My collaboration with the Center has allowed me to give back to the St. Louis community through the St. Louis Policy Initiative, bridging rigorous academic research with real-world impact. The Weidenbaum Center has not only enriched my academic journey, but has also empowered me to contribute meaningfully to both scholarship and society.
―Lukas Alexander Weidenbaum Center Graduate Research Affiliate and Political Science PhD studentPast event videos
Want to see videos of our past events? Check out our YouTube page at the link below.
Past event videos