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Life at the Sam Fox School


What’s it really like to be a Sam Fox School student? Scroll down to get a glimpse of studio life, meet our students, and see what’s happening right now on our side of campus.

Tour our campus

We’re located in an ideal spot on the East End of the Danforth Campus, right across from beautiful Forest Park.

See why we love St. Louis

St. Louis is a vibrant, exciting place to practice architecture, art, and design.

Sam Fox School...abroad!

In our study abroad programs, our students take their practice across the globe.

Get to Know Our Students


Join a Student Group

Students have numerous opportunities to make their mark on campus—including through student groups and student chapters of professional organizations based out of the Sam Fox School.


Take a Fox Fridays Workshop


Fox Fridays is a weekly, no-stress workshop series where students from across campus can learn new tools, techniques, and processes.

Oct 6, 1 – 3:50pm • Caleres Fabrication Studio, Weil Hall

Oct 13, 1 – 3:50pm • Nancy Spirtas Kranzberg Studio for the Illustrated Book, Bixby Hall


Upcoming Events


Sep 28, 5:30 – 7:30pm • Kemper Art Museum

WashU grad students are invited to join us for happy hour at the Museum! FREE food and drinks, and live music by the Daniel Herrera Trio. Explore the galleries and view artworks in the permanent collection and the exhibition Adam Pendleton: To Divide By. Learn about connecting with your campus art museum through events, paid internships, and research opportunities.

Bring your ID for 21+ drinks.

This event is limited to Washington University graduate students.