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New residence halls planned for fall 2006
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Webster University publicly announced plans Nov. 30 to build two new residence halls near Edgar Road and Interstate 44. The two new buildings, estimated to cost between $14 and $15 million, are expected to be completed by fall 2006, pending approval by the City Planning Commission and the Webster Groves City Council.
Admins say Marletto's overage was $200,000
But further work for health dept. could send cost to near $2 million
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In a press conference Nov. 18, Webster University President Richard Meyers and Vice President Neil George denied the Marletto's Marketplace budget overrun was as bad as reported in The Journal, but they could not comment beyond naming the figure. Others, however, say the project will go even further over budget before Marletto's is completely finished.
Salary figures published
President Richard Meyers' earnings average compared to area universities
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President Richard Meyers' total compensation, including benefits and expenses, for the 2002-03 academic year was more than $300,000, according to a recent report by The Chronicle of Higher Education. Meyers' compensation is higher than Fontbonne University, whose president makes $180,632, and St.
Some majors still dominated by gender
Elementary education still female at Webster, computer science still male
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Women and men are not equal in numbers when it comes to enrollment in certain academic majors. According to Student Monitor, a nationally syndicated market research company, 13 percent of female students major in education, while only 6 percent of males go into the field.
SGA OKs bike rack installations for WU
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The Student Government Association (SGA) approved plans for more than $4,000 in bicycle racks to be placed around the Webster Groves campus at its general assembly meeting Nov. 23. The 12 bicycle racks will look similar to those at the entrance of the Emerson Library and will be located at various spots around campus.
Single person may head GTV, KGLX
GTV and KGLX have both suffered dead air in fall 2004, but the problem is finding a general manager for KGLX and deciding if the student-run GTV needs a manager
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Webster University's radio and television stations may see new leadership this year as Dean of the School of Communications Debra Carpenter is looking to hire a general manager. Carpenter said the dilemma is hiring one person for the radio station or one person for both stations.
INTERNATIONAL WEEK: "ˇFESTIVAL!"
"ˇFestival!," one of the highest-attended events during Webster University's International Week, grouped Webster students from more than 15 nations in the UC Commons Nov. 18. Students dressed in the traditional garb of their countries and played music from contemporary techno to customary songs.
Visiting professor breaks down Sudan crisis
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Victor LeVine, professor of political science at Washington University, discussed the humanitarian crisis occurring in the Darfur region of western Sudan in a speech at Webster University Nov. 22. Roughly 25 students were on hand in the UC Sunnen Lounge to listen to his presentation on the alleged genocide.
Schultz Hall dedication marks WU growth
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Webster University's relationship with Eden Theological Seminary is stronger now that the religious studies department has moved to Eden's Schultz Hall, located across Lockwood Avenue from Webster Hall, according to David Carl Wilson, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
SGA could fund newspaper readership program
Trial period gave students free copies of USA Today and Post-Dispatch; if program begins, papers could be available by start of spring semester
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On Dec. 7, the Student Government Association (SGA) will decide if the USA Today College Readership Program they have been sponsoring is worthwhile. SGA has solely sponsored the program and has been running a pilot on campus for the past month. During the trial period, approximately 400 newspapers were delivered every day, Monday through Friday, to four different "newsstands," located in Marletto's Marketplace, the Sverdrup Building, the University Center and the H.
Wichita State may slap new F on cheaters
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A sort of academic scarlet letter - the XF grade - may soon adorn the transcripts of Wichita State University students caught plagiarizing or cheating. The WSU Student Government Association began pushing for the grade last year. The proposal has gained steam with additional support from the university's Faculty Senate.
Higher costs bring foreign student enrollment down
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After a recent recruitment trip to Africa, Calvin Smith, Webster University's director for international recruitment, said a major topic among the U.S. university recruiters on the tour was how to recruit more foreign students to study in the United States.
IDs redesigned
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The University Center introduced new student IDs Nov. 30, and students who purchase an ID will receive the new design. Students who want to upgrade their current ID must pay the $10 fee. The new ID has a picture of Webster Hall in the background, giving it more color and depth.
Professor pushes idea of global compassion
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As an international school, Webster University stresses the need for global awareness, but Leonard Suransky, the director of international relations at the Webster-Leiden campus, doesn't think that enough. Suransky said there is a great need for global compassion in a lecture Nov.
Transferring to WU easy, students say
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Transferring from one school to another can be stressful, but knowing the right information can make the process smoother. For students transitioning from a community college to Webster University, the process was even easier because students were able to make sure ahead of time that they would be on track once they enrolled.
WU freshman ACT rate higher than average
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A recent study by the creators of the ACT test as reported in USA Today shows that 22 percent of high school graduates are not prepared for college when they graduate. ACT Inc. used the scores of 1.2 million students who took the ACT test last year to determine the statistics.
NEWS BRIEFS
Additional Course Offerings for spring 2005
RT 2020.01 Studio Seminar: Drawing Across the Disciplines Carol Hodson 1 to 2:50 p.m., MWF Prerequisite: For non-art majors only AUDI 3150.02 Topics: Surround Sound Paul Hennerich 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., MTWTF (Mar. 14-18) BIOL 1310.01 Issues in Biology: Natural Systems & Sustainable Ecologies 3 to 4:20 p.
NEWS BRIEFS
Additional Course Offerings for spring 2005
RT 2020.01 Studio Seminar: Drawing Across the Disciplines Carol Hodson 1 to 2:50 p.m., MWF Prerequisite: For non-art majors only AUDI 3150.02 Topics: Surround Sound Paul Hennerich 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., MTWTF (Mar. 14-18) BIOL 1310.01 Issues in Biology: Natural Systems & Sustainable Ecologies 3 to 4:20 p.
