The WashU College Prep Program primarily serves what type of students?
High school students from underrepresented communities.
What year was Washington University in St. Louis founded?
1853
What is the name of the iconic, 630-foot tall monument in St. Louis?
The Gateway Arch.
What animal has the longest lifespan of any mammal, often living over 200 years?
The bowhead whale.
This WashU College Prep Program helps students prepare for what type of exam?
The ACT
What is the official mascot of WashU?
The Bear (WashU Bear).
St. Louis is known for a unique local food, often served as a pizza. What is it called?
St. Louis-style pizza.
Which country is home to the world’s largest pyramid, not Egypt?
Mexico (The Great Pyramid of Cholula).
The program is designed to introduce students to college-level experiences. Which university department is the College Prep Program part of?
The AAA team
WashU is known for having a world-class medical school. What is the name of this school?
The Washington University School of Medicine.
Which professional baseball team calls St. Louis home?
The St. Louis Cardinals.
What is the only planet in our solar system that rotates clockwise on its axis?
Venus.
What is one key feature of the WashU College Prep Program's curriculum?
College preparation, academic workshops, and exposure to university life
What prestigious academic organization is WashU a member of, known for its elite universities in the U.S.?
The Association of American Universities (AAU).
St. Louis is located along which major river?
The Mississippi River.
The longest running TV show in history, which premiered in 1960, is called what?
"The Simpsons."
Name the CPP leadership team and their roles
Tashanna Stanciel-Program Director
Raven Swingler-Program coordinator for recruitment and events management
Jenisha McDonald-Program Manager, communications and training
WashU has a highly ranked business school. What is its official name?
The Olin Business School.
Name three Nelly Songs.
This is the largest living organism on Earth, covering over 2,385 acres. What is it?
A fungus (Armillaria ostoyae) in Oregon.