Faculty Express Shock and Bewilderment When Candidate Rejects Job Offer
by Clara Webb Freelance The faculty of the Department of Interdisciplinary, Applied Professional Studies at Eastern Atlantic State University expressed bewildered disbelief this week when Alicia Johnson turned down their offer of a tenure-track position in favor of another job. Johnson accepted an offer from River University, a liberal arts school in River View, Iowa. [...]
University Cuts Mental Health Benefits; Replaces with Committees
by Irma Pelt Senior Staff Writer Haupine University announced plans last week to eliminate mental health and cognitive psychological services from its employee benefit package effective immediately. “This does not undermine the importance of mental health and wellness,” said Brantley Peppers, Human Resources Director at Haupine. “I think you’ll find that our new plan supports [...]
International Food Fest Recognized for Inspiring Cultural Competence
Posted on Tuesday, May 4th 2010
Tags: competency, cultural, food, global, international, multicultural, program, residence hall
Tags: competency, cultural, food, global, international, multicultural, program, residence hall
by Dash Phillips Freelance Rutherford University received top honors at the annual meeting of the Housing Officers Association Knowledge and Education Exchange (HOAKEE) for its innovative residence hall programming. Colleges and universities around the United States are invited to compete for the “Most Innovative Residence Hall Program” by submitting elaborate documentation demonstrating outstanding efforts. Rutherford [...]
Arizona Legislation Ruins Cinco de Mayo Parties
Posted on Monday, May 3rd 2010
Tags: activism, arizona, campus, cinco de mayo, college, protests, university
Tags: activism, arizona, campus, cinco de mayo, college, protests, university
by Brody Truce Senior Staff Writer Last week, Arizona Governor Jan Brewer signed legislation that will allow law enforcement officers in her state to detain people suspected of being in the country illegally. While controversy erupts nationally over issues of civil rights, harassment and racial profiling, college students in Arizona are asking one important question: [...]


