Vice presidential debate 2008

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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.

2008 Vice Presidential Debate Steering Committee 52 WUSTL staff lead year-long debate planning process Oct. 6, 2008 -- The WUSTL 2008 Vice Presidential Debate Steering Committee, led by Rob Wild, assistant to the chanceller, was comprised of 50 key administrators and support staff from across the university.

The inside view The vice presidential debate as seen from inside the hall Oct. 3, 2008 -- Go inside the debate hall for what you didn't see on television.

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On campus, the debates continue USA Today online and 4 others Oct. 17, 2008 -- The three presidential and one vice presidential debates traversed regions, traditions and history. Belmont proved that small places with big ambitions could be world-class stages. WUSTL, which has hosted more debates in the modern age than any other place, became part of history by hosting the first vice presidential debate involving a Republican woman.

Schools Spend on Debates, but Gain Prestige The New York Times and 1 others Oct. 16, 2008 -- Financial outlays to host a debate, not to mention the strain on human resources on campus, might seem a lot for a university to pay for some visibility and a one-time enhancement of its student experience. But consider the potential payoff, especially for smaller schools. WUSTL spokesman Steve Givens comments on the subject.

While spending millions on debates, universities hope to draw attention and educate students Los Angeles Times and 11 others Oct. 6, 2008 -- WUSTL officials comment on support measures in place to cover production expenses, facilities work and campus grounds maintenance related to hosting the vice presidential debate.

Palin - Biden: The Main Event/ Behind the Scenes ABC News 'Good Morning America' Oct. 3, 2008 -- Kate Snow reports on pre-debate preparations of both VP candidates. Snow asks WUSTL psychology professor and memory expert Mark McDaniel if there's any risk to cramming too much.

Unusually high stakes in vice presidential debate The Christian Science Monitor Oct. 2, 2008 -- On Thursday, Sarah Palin has a chance to restore her image, while Joe Biden must avoid being long-winded or aggressive.