News Articles
Fitness Center could sink pool
SGA, student groups discuss expanding Fitness Center into pool area at spring Delegates' Agenda
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Students proposed expanding the Wilkinson Fitness Center into the University Center swimming pool Feb. 12 at the Delegates' Agenda. However, no decision has been made, said John Ginsburg, director of the University Center and Student Activities. Students from campus organizations met with university administrators Feb.
Gorloks guffaw, giggle for Oliver
'Daily Show' correspondent attracts hundreds to Loretto-Hilton
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Audience members laughed and applauded for "The Daily Show" correspondent John Oliver on Feb. 18 in the Loretto-Hilton Center. His energetic on-stage antics, such as breaking the microphone stand, topical wit and courage to tackle anything - especially President Bush - entertained a crowd of 570 people.
Meyers returns to campus
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After a brief absence, former university president Richard Meyers returned to campus this week to pack up the presidential office. His abrupt Feb. 11 resignation was followed by a period of intense speculation by the Webster University community, which was compounded by Meyer's continued lack of explanation for his departure.
Beer brewer shares secrets of success
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Tom Schlafly, head of Schlafly Beer, spoke Feb. 19 in the University Center Sunnen Lounge as part of the 2008 Success to Significance Speakers Series. The speech, introduced by John Ginsburg, director of the UC and Student Activities, concerned the history of the Schlafly Beer company, with Schlafly elaborating on some of the moves he had taken to become such a success along the way.
New dental device proven effective in treating migraines
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Students who suffer from migraines may be able to put their chronic headaches behind them. A device called a nociceptive trigeminal inhibitor, or NTI, has been approved by the FDA and has an 80 percent success rate in treating migraines. Although nobody has isolated a single specific cause for migraine headaches, there are several key triggers that can start them.
Reading in decline, study shows
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Americans' reading skills and the amount of time they spend reading are showing declining rates among all age groups, especially young adults aged 15-24. Teens and young adults read less often and for shorter amounts of time compared with previous studies, according to the National Endowment for the Arts' study "To Read or Not To Read.
Globalization pioneer shares views, new book
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The Holden Public Policy forum featured Richard C. Longworth, a writer specializing in globalization issues, Feb. 19 at the Old Post Office downtown. Longworth spoke in depth about globalization's effects on the Midwest. His most recent book, "Caught in the Middle: America's Heartland in the Age of Globalism," prompted former Gov.
Professors explore wireless technology in round table discussion
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Advances in technology are constantly changing and shaping the ways in which we communicate. More and more professors are beginning to use wireless Internet devices and smart phones as a means of instantly communicating with students. It is a trend that has many teachers considering the usefulness of these devices as a tool in the educational process.
NEWS BRIEFS
BASEBALL BY THE NUMBERS: John Aleshunas, associate professor in the department of math & computer science, will be presenting "Baseball by the Numbers" from 12-1 p.m. Feb. 21 in the Emerson Library Conference Room. Participants, who will learn how to get, store and manipulate baseball data, are encouraged to bring their laptops.
MISDEMEANORS AND MISHAPS
FEBRUARY 11: 10:00 a.m.: One subject was arrested for graffiti in West Hall, and three others were named. The Webster Groves Police Department is continuing the investigation. 3:01 p.m.: Two people fell inside the Community Music School. No injuries were observed or reported.
WEBSTER GROVES POLICE BLOTTER
FEBRUARY 13: Checks and other personal items were taken from a vehicle overnight in the 10 block of Waymire Avenue. FEBRUARY 14: A vehicle was damaged while parked on a parking lot overnight at 500 North Elm Avenue. An unknown suspect was attempting to pass bad checks at 8600 Big Bend Blvd.
