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 Western’s Big Brother: Ogden College Celebrates 75 Years in the Western Family
by Lynn Niedermeier
In 1877, Western’s ancestor, the Southern Normal School, was still seven years in
the future. Not even a public high school could be found in Bowling Green. Imagine
the excitement then, on Monday, Sept. 3, when about 100 boys arrived on foot or
horseback to begin their first classes in the newly formed Ogden College. more...
Higher Education: Looking Back, Looking Ahead
Colleges and universities are notorious for conflict. In fact, higher education
has long embraced an ideology that encourages the exploration of divergent
viewpoints. One point on which there seems to be universal agreement, however,
is that the academy is indeed changing. more...
No Need to Shop ‘til You Drop
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — after you finish your Christmas
shopping. Until then, it’s a mad dash for that elusive perfect gift. Worry no
more: The answer is just across campus. The Kentucky Museum store is sure to
have a unique gift for everyone on your list. more...
Western’s Newest Selling Point
A new sales concentration should give Western Kentucky University marketing
students a competitive advantage in the job market. more...
Bonus vs. Salary Increase, Which is the Better Deal?
Bob Edwards, assistant vice president of University Relations, compares the
benefits of the one-time bonus to the annual salary increase. more...
“At Home on Tour”
“At Home on Tour” begins its national exhibition and lecture tour after an
opening reception from 3-5 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8 in the Cube Gallery on the
fourth floor of the Ivan Wilson Center for Fine Arts at Western Kentucky
University. The reception marks the first anniversary of the “At Home: A
Kentucky Project with Judy Chicago and Donald Woodman.” more...
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