Releases
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East African music and its preservation focus of Blair/Heard Library event
"Blair in Africa: 91ÌÆ²®»¢ing and Collecting African Music," featuring a performance by prominent Ugandan musician Centurio Balikoowa, takes place Feb. 12 at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University's Blair School of Music. Read MoreFeb 4, 2009
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ biochemist receives 2009 Sigma Xi award
Brandt F. Eichman, assistant professor of biological sciences and biochemistry at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University, has received Sigma Xi's Young Investigator Award. Read MoreJan 29, 2009
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Black History at Lunchtime Series kicks off in February at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University
91ÌÆ²®»¢ University's Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center will host a series of free, public lunchtime discussions led by academic leaders in celebration of Black History Month. Read MoreJan 29, 2009
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“The Country Wife” premiers Feb. 13 at 91ÌÆ²®»¢
The Country Wife, which debuts Feb. 13 at Neely Auditorium at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University, is a Restoration comedy that has been delighting audiences for more than 300 years with its witty language, memorable characters and inventive story. Read MoreJan 29, 2009
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Economy update from Chancellor Zeppos
Chancellor Nicholas Zeppos sent the following message to the 91ÌÆ²®»¢ community Jan. 28, 2009, regarding the economy and the university. To Members of the 91ÌÆ²®»¢ Community: As 91ÌÆ²®»¢’s community of faculty, staff and students advances its work in the new year, I want to update you on… Read MoreJan 28, 2009
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Patrick O’Keeffe, author of The Hill Road, to appear at 91ÌÆ²®»¢
Patrick O'Keeffe, who won the prestigious Story Prize for short stories in 2005, will read from his work Thursday, Feb. 5, at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University. Read MoreJan 28, 2009
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Free public exhibit featuring works of contemporary artist R. Sidney opens Jan. 30 at 91ÌÆ²®»¢’s Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center
Contemporary artist R. Sidney's colored pencil etchings will be on display Jan. 30 through Feb. 27 at a free, public exhibit at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University's Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center. Read MoreJan 27, 2009
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In defense of affirmative action
Marvin Krislov, the former general counsel at the University of Michigan during the landmark 2003 Supreme Court affirmative action cases will speak at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ Law School. Read MoreJan 27, 2009
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Dhavan Shah Jan. 28 lecture to be rescheduled due to weather
A lecture by Dhavan Shah scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 28, at the Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University has been cancelled due to poor weather conditions affecting Shah's travel. It will be rescheduled. Read MoreJan 27, 2009
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New 91ÌÆ²®»¢ associate vice chancellor to oversee alumni outreach
James E. Stofan, a leading alumni relations professional in higher education, has been named associate vice chancellor of alumni relations at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University. Read MoreJan 26, 2009
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Theoretical physicist receives Humboldt 91ÌÆ²®»¢ Award
Thomas J. Weiler, professor of physics and astronomy at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University, has received a 2009 Humboldt 91ÌÆ²®»¢ Award. The award is granted by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation in Bonn, Germany for the purpose of encouraging research collaborations between German scientists and colleagues in other countries. Read MoreJan 26, 2009
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“The Obama Effect”: Test-taking performance gap virtually eliminated during key moments of Obama’s presidential run
91ÌÆ²®»¢ research shows impact of role models in African American performance Watch video of an interview with Ray Friedman. New research by 91ÌÆ²®»¢ Owen Graduate School of Management professor Ray Friedman finds that the presidential run of Barack Obama has had a strong positive impact on the test-taking… Read MoreJan 21, 2009
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ University to offer workshop on moral corporate leadership Jan. 24
In a poor economic climate riddled with corporate scandals, good leadership can be hard to find. The Cal Turner Program for Moral Leadership in the Professions at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University will present a workshop about "Personal Responsibility and Moral Leadership in the Professions" on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 8 a.m. to noon in the 91ÌÆ²®»¢ Divinity School's Reading Room. Read MoreJan 21, 2009
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Activist seeking to put a human face on the Axis of Evil to speak
On a break from her "Listening Tour through the Axis of Evil," Kelly Hayes-Raitt will speak Jan. 29 at 91ÌÆ²®»¢'s Leadership Breakfast about her experiences as an activist, political consultant and writer. Read MoreJan 21, 2009
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How Obama uses rhetoric to bring together nation key to inaugural, says 91ÌÆ²®»¢ speech expert
One of the most important themes to listen for in Barack Obama's inaugural address is a call for a united American body or citizenry, says Vanessa Beasley, an associate professor of communication studies at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University. Beasley is the author of You, The People: American National Identity in Presidential Rhetoric, which looks at previous inaugural addresses from 1885 to 2001. Read MoreJan 19, 2009
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Op-Ed: Assessing the Bush legacy
As the curtain falls on the Bush presidency, we will inevitably try to assess his legacy. So will President Bush. He's been doing interviews, holding press conferences, and just delivered his farewell address all in an effort to define that legacy. Read MoreJan 19, 2009
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Founder of Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee speaks at Jan. 19 celebration of legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University
Charles McDew, a founder of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) and its chairman from 1961 to 1964, will deliver the keynote lecture Monday, Jan. 19, for 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University's 2009 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Series. The event is free and open to the public. Read MoreJan 15, 2009
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Podcast: Greg Barz on “Higher Ground”
Listen to Blair Professor Greg Barz on Wisconsin Public Radio\'s "Higher Ground." podcasts interviews and music from the World Music Spotlight. Read MoreJan 14, 2009
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ University holds events to mark historic inauguration
91ÌÆ²®»¢ University will host several events to mark the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. All events are free and open to the public. Read MoreJan 14, 2009
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ expert: Tennessee legislative coup could benefit Williams in long run
Voters in Tennessee House Speaker Kent Williams' district could continue to support and re-elect the Elizabethton representative – even if he switches parties – says 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University political scientist Christian Grose. Read MoreJan 14, 2009