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Dr. Richard Veit’s New Book Looks at History of Gravestones
Dr. Richard Veit, an anthropology professor at the University recently published the book The Archaeology of American Cemeteries and Gravemarkers. Veit was newly elected as the Chair of the History and Anthropology Department in the spring of 2014.
Wikipedia Encouraged By West Coast Universities
All through high school, Ani Schug was told to steer clear of Wikipedia. Her teachers talked about the popular online encyclopedia “as if it wasn’t serious or trustworthy” and suggested it only be used as a tip sheet.
MU Convenience Store Opens
The new convenience store on campus, POD, Provisions on Demand, located in the ‘New Hall’ will take the place of the C-Store that was located in the Rebecca Stafford Student Center. The old C-Store is currently closed and there is much discussion with staff, on what will occupy that space.
University Welcomes Provost Moriarty
Dr. Laura Moriarty, a criminal justice scholar with over 25 years of experience leading academic programs, has been named provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at the University, effective as of Sept. 2.
The Outlook Wins ASPA Award
The University’s student-run newspaper, The Outlook, was named “Most Outstanding Newspaper,” in addition to first place with special merit, by the American Scholastic Press Association (ASPA) for the third time in the past four years in its annual national competition.
MU Professor Wins the Distinguished Teacher Award
Biology professor Dr. James Mack, EdD received the Distinguished Teacher Award on May 14, recognizing him for his teaching excellence and contributions to the University
MU Responds to National Focus on Sexual Assault
One out of five college age women will be the victim of a sexual assault according to Mary Ann Nagy, Vice President for Student Services. Of those women, only one out of 10 will report the incident. Additionally, two thirds of assaults are by someone known to the victim and 38 percent of offenders are a friend or acquaintance according to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN).
Involvement Fair Draws in Crowd
Over 100 clubs, organizations, and Greek life chapters congregated on the Murry and Leonie Guggenheim Memorial Library lawn on Friday, Sept. 5 from 4 – 6 pm for the annual Involvement Fair.
Welcome Back Letters Fall 2014
Welcome from the President
Dear Students: