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Post-Brexit UK Announces Largest Military Spending Since Cold War

Thursday, November 19, 2020, By News Staff

Britain announced its biggest military spending increase since the Cold War on Thursday, pledging to end the “era of retreat” as it seeks a post-Brexit role in a world Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned was more perilous than for decades….

The Boston Globe

“‘The Corruption is Unprecedented,’ ‘CHAOS,’ and other love notes to America from the Trump campaign.” 

Thursday, November 19, 2020, By Lily Datz

Jennifer Stromer-Galley, professor in the School of Information Studies and Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, was interviewed by the Boston Globe for the story “‘The Corruption is Unprecedented,’ ‘CHAOS,’ and other love notes to America from the…

USA Today

“As COVID surges, Americans remain divided on the threat. What will it take to bring them together?”

Thursday, November 19, 2020, By Lily Datz

Shana Kushner Gadarian, associate professor of political science in the Maxwell School, was interviewed by USA Today for the story “As COVID surges, Americans remain divided on the threat. What will it take to bring them together?” Gadarian, who researches…

Campus & Community

Wellness Leadership Institute Workshops Boost Students’ Well-being

Thursday, November 19, 2020, By Noah Lowy

In a semester where health and wellness have become even more important, the Wellness Leadership Institute at the Barnes Center at The Arch centers around the complete well-being of students—mind and body. The Wellness Leadership Institute’s educational workshops are helping…

Campus & Community

‘Music and Message’ Provides Space of Grace for Campus Community

Thursday, November 19, 2020, By News Staff

On a beautiful autumn afternoon in October, students, faculty and staff gathered in Hendricks Chapel for what has become a regular Sunday ritual: “Music and Message.” Members of the Hendricks Chapel Choir wore masks, remaining 16 feet apart, and performed…

Media, Law & Policy

Martin Bandier ’62 to Establish Marquee Scholarship Program for Students Pursuing Careers in the Music Industry

Thursday, November 19, 2020, By News Staff

Legendary music publishing executive and Life Trustee Martin Bandier ’62 has made a substantial gift to establish the most prestigious scholarship program available to students aspiring to careers in the music industry. The gift, the latest in support of Forever…

Veterans

Stories of Service: Mike Frasciello and Scott Taylor

Wednesday, November 18, 2020, By News Staff

In celebration of veterans, the University recognizes the experiences and stories of student, faculty and staff veterans. These stories are just some of the many from among the veteran and military-connected community members on campus whom the University is dedicated…

Campus & Community

Chancellor Addresses University Senate, Discusses Transition to Online Learning and Spring 2021 Planning

Wednesday, November 18, 2020, By News Staff

In his remarks to the University Senate Meeting, held virtually, Chancellor Kent Syverud addressed last week’s transition to online learning and planning for the Spring 2021 semester, among other items. Thank you, Marcelle. Good afternoon everyone. I will keep my…

Arts & Culture

Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics Professor Awarded for Outstanding Research of a Medieval Monastic Text

Wednesday, November 18, 2020, By Dan Bernardi

Few things in life excite Matthieu Herman van der Meer more than digging into a 1,000-year-old handwritten anonymous text. “I have always had a fascination for medieval manuscripts,” says van der Meer, assistant teaching professor of classics in the College…

US News & World Report

“How to Get FAFSA Completion Help During COVID-19.”

Wednesday, November 18, 2020, By Lily Datz

KC Woods, associate director in the Financial Aid Office, was interviewed by US News & World Report for the story “How to Get FAFSA Completion Help During COVID-19.” Woods says that both current and prospective college students should utilize online…