News Articles
University president selected
In a twist of an ending, the board of trustees picks Stroble as president, George as first chancellor
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In a surprise ending to a 10-month presidential search, the Webster University board of trustees appointed both finalists to executive positions Feb. 10. Elizabeth Stroble will take over as WU's new president July 1, while Interim President Neil George will be the university's first chancellor, an advisory position the board created to ease the new president's transition.
Pools works toward compliance
A federal safety law requires drain covers that aren't easy to find
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Following a partial closure caused by a federal pool safety act, the University Center swimming pool will soon reopen to children 11 and under. The pool closed to children 11 and under Dec. 23, 2008. Although the university pool did not comply with the law, WU students, teams and staff could still use the pool.
Under-enrolled class policy intends to benefit adjuncts
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The enactment of Webster University's under-enrolled classes policy is one of several things WU has done to improve the standards for adjuncts. In the spring of 2006, Interim President and newly chosen Chancellor Neil George, organized the Adjunct Faculty Task Force (AFTF), a committee of faculty and administrators, to discuss how to be more equitable to adjuncts, said Debra Carpenter, dean of the School of Communications.
Recruiters check networking sites to screen potential employees
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Social networking Web sites such as Facebook and MySpace have become a staple in the lives of college students. But those too careless about what they post on their blog or Facebook wall risk not getting the dream job they've been going to college for. Hiring managers are increasingly using social networking Web sites to research potential employees.
Students kick off new business group
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Webster Global Business Scholars (WGBS), Webster University's business club, celebrated its launch Feb. 5 in the University Center. The club's first meeting invited speakers to present on the importance of networking, a central goal of WGBS. Founders of WGBS aim to give Webster University students - even non-business majors - an edge in the business world.
Undergraduate enrollment falls, graduate rate spikes; numbers indicative of times
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With the economy continuing to look bleak, and Congress in disagreement over a second economic stimulus package, private university officials are concerned about their enrollment dropping. Webster University is no exception, and has reason to worry. Undergraduate enrollment is down from last year, according to Don Morris, a university registrar.
News Briefs
PUBLICATION BOARD MEETING: The Journal's editorial staff and members of the publication board will meet at noon Friday, Feb. 20 in the University Center Conference Room. Publication board meetings are open forums for Webster University stakeholders to communicate with reporters and editors.
Misdemeanors and Mishaps
FEBRUARY 3: 9 a.m.: A staff member at 8300 Big Bend Blvd. injured herself. No medical attention was required. FEBRUARY 5: 11:40 a.m.: Public Safety Officers referred two students, who were arguing at Marletto's Marketplace, to the Student Affairs office. 11:19 p.
Memorial honors those killed in 2008 shooting
b y Matt Blic kens taff Staff Writer The Kirkwood tragedy spread beyond the town's borders and affected the lives Webster University students. One year later, two Journal reporters looked back at the shooting. "Covering that event was just atrocious," sai
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The Kirkwood community came together to remember what it had lost and gained a year after a devastating shooting spree. A service was held in front of the Kirkwood City Hall on Feb. 8 remembered the fallen-Mayor Mike Swoboda, Police Officer Tom Ballman, Police Sergeant Bill Biggs, Council Member Connie Karr, Council Member Mike Lynch and Public Works Director Ken Yost.
Former Journal staff reflects on shooting
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The Kirkwood tragedy spread beyond the town's borders and affected the lives Webster University students. One year later, two Journal reporters looked back at the shooting. "Covering that event was just atrocious," said Lanz Christian Bañes, a WU alumnus and former editor-in-chief of The Journal.
