News
20 April 2007
Volume 119, Issue 17
Monmouth
looks forward to bright future with new Vice President for
Advancement
Raising large sums of money for college advancement projects is a difficult job, but with more than 25 years of fundraising experience, J. Lance Cavanagh is up to the challenge.
Cavanagh, one of four candidates interviewed by the Monmouth College Vice President for Advancement search committee, recently accepted the position as Vice President for Advancement and will begin his duties May 1.
“Lance seemed like such a good fit for the campus,” Monmouth College President Mauri Ditzler said, and “we’re hoping he’ll build an effective advancement organization on campus.” Read More...
Monmouth
helps fight cancer one step at a time at “Marga-Relay-ville”
What do hoola hoops, bagpipes and duct tape have in common? They were all part of the festivities for this year’s Relay for Life, conducted Friday, April 13 in the Huff Athletic Center.
Every year, students, survivors and active citizens unite for the annual event for one purpose: to find a cure for cancer. Read More...
Greeks
recall fondest memories of Greek Week
Each year, Greek Week is filled with events supporting unity of all Greek parties across campus. Penny wars, games and a Greek Week show are staples of the week’s program. Several members of the Greek community contribute their favorite experiences during Greek Week each year.
Erik Hoffer, a junior member of Alpha Tau Omega shares his favorite memories of Greek Week. Read More...
Turning tragedy into a learning experience: things we should take away from the Virginia Tech tragedy
Monday, April 16, 2007, is one of those days most of us will not soon forget.
Like September 11, 2001, or November 22, 1963, people will talk about where they were when they heard the “news.” They will recount what news stations they were watching or listening to when they found out certain details. And there were people glued to their televisions for days at a time, watching... Read More...
Monmouth College - What college should NOT become?
Has Monmouth College failed to deliver on their promises? It seems that the faculty and administration are dumbfounded as to why Monmouth has such a poor retention rate and why they have consistently lowered standards in order to keep enrollment up. I have spoken to many students about this issue and a few members of the faculty as well. The consensus is clear that the college administrators, in their pursuance of obscure policies, have lost sight of what college was meant to be. Read More...
Annual Whiteman lecture features plans for small-town development
The Whitemans are a prominent family in the Monmouth area because of the work each member does for the town and surrounding communities. It is only appropriate, then, for the lecturer at this year’s Wendell Whiteman Memorial Lecture, Jack Schultz, will talk about developing projects and creating jobs in small rural towns at 11 a.m. Monday, April 23 in the Dahl Chapel and Auditorium. Read More...
Senior wins top prize at conference
The end of the year typically marks the period where most colleges and universities host academic conferences for students. This year is no different. Recently, a history paper written by Monmouth College senior Patrick McGuire won first place at the Phi Alpha Theta regional conference, earning a $50 prize. Read More...
Students’
hands-on experience create many job opportunities
Six poster presentations were displayed by Monmouth College students at the 233rd National Meeting and Exposition of the American Chemical Society over the weekend of March 25-29 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago. Read More...
The buzz on alcohol
The recent articles regarding alcohol use and the policies governing them have sparked some conversations regarding the implementation of the alcohol policy on Monmouth College campus.
Judging by the responses on the matter, the students at Monmouth College seem to have greatly differing opinions regarding the alcohol policy. Read More...
The
Wackerle Corner:
Surviving the first year on the job
As seniors graduate, one chapter will close and another will open. Some are attending graduate school and many others are entering the professional world. Surviving the first year after college is the next big step following graduation. Read More...