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WUSTL ponders its calling
Universities' role in democracy examined in Saturday seminar series, Feb. 7-28
Jan. 23,
2009 -- What is the proper role of American higher education in shaping the values and ambitions of a free democratic society, and more specifically, what are Washington University's responsibilities as a citizen of the greater St. Louis community, the nation and the world? Getting the campus and surrounding community to reflect on these questions is the goal of the Master of Liberal Arts program's "Democracy and the University" seminar series.
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Jazz at Holmes
Fall series begins Sept. 11 with clarinetist Scott Alberici
Sept. 4,
2008 -- Clarinetist Scott Alberici and his quartet will launch Washington University's Jazz at Holmes Series from 8 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11. The series, which was launched in 1996, features professional jazz musicians from around St. Louis and abroad performing in Holmes Lounge — a casual, coffeehouse-style setting — most Thursday evenings throughout the fall and spring semesters.
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Learn from the pros
University College offers new strategic communication program
Aug. 4,
2008 -- Working professionals looking to develop their writing and communication skills can now earn a Certificate in Strategic Communication at University College, Washington University in St. Louis' adult, continuing-education division of Arts & Sciences. The new, 21-credit program features courses in writing and strategic communication taught by well-known communication professionals in the St. Louis area.
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Hit those books
Resolving to go back to school? WUSTL dean offers tips for success
July 17,
2008 --
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| Taking classes with a friend can help adult students stay focused on their schoolwork. |
So it will soon be 2009 — the year you decided is the one to start or finish that degree you've always intended to earn. But if it's been awhile since you've stepped foot inside a classroom — or at least one that wasn't your kids' — here are some suggestions to help you follow through on your New Year's resolution.
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Enhancing your education
Party with a Purpose: Plan your future with University College
June 11,
2008 -- University College — the adult, continuing-education division of Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis — will host "Party with a Purpose" from 5:30-8 p.m. June 25 at The Grind, located at 4239 Lindell Blvd. The event, which is free and open to the public, offers partygoers the opportunity to learn about University College as they enjoy complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, mingle with current students, alumni, staff and faculty and network with like-minded individuals interested in enhancing their education.
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Hit those books
Resolving to go back to school? WUSTL dean offers tips for success
Dec. 28,
2007 --
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| Taking classes with a friend can help adult students stay focused on their schoolwork. |
So it's 2008 — the year you decided is the one to start or finish that degree you've always intended to earn. But if it's been awhile since you've stepped foot inside a classroom — or at least one that wasn't your kids' — here are some suggestions to help you follow through on your New Year's resolution.
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A fan's dream
Everything you ever wanted to know about college football — all in one book
March 1,
2006 --
On the heels of a highly acclaimed book on the NFL comes another football tome from Michael MacCambridge. In an era of stat freaks, over-analysis and just plain numbers-crunching, the literary world — and sports world — needed a book like the ESPN College Football Encyclopedia: The Complete History of the Game (ESPN Books, 2005). MacCambridge, adjunct professor of journalism in University College in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis, took three years worth of exhaustive research by several football experts and edited it into an easy-to-read format. More...
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Mike Karpowics Group
Ensemble to present free concert for Jazz at Holmes series Feb. 10
Feb. 3,
2005 -- The Mike Karpowics Group will perform from 8 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, as part of Washington University's spring Jazz at Holmes series.
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Matching age, interests
Summer programs should be 'all about fun, learning and keeping the mind active'
May 4,
2004 --
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Summer is just around the corner and that means time for barbecues, baseball and beaches. And kids home from school, sending parents on the age-old quest for finding ways to occupy their child's time. Some educational experts at Washington University in St. Louis say that opportunities abound for kids aged 2 to 18, and it's important to tailor them to the needs and abilities of the child.
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Learning to write
Workshop June 16-27 focuses on developing writing skills
June 9,
2003 -- Workshops will be held weekdays from 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. The teachers — John Dalton in fiction, Ruth Ellen Kocher in poetry and Rockwell Gray in creative nonfiction — will provide both instruction in the genre and constructive criticism of participants' work.
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