Old School
Progress threatens the value of the oldest and most colorful Webster buildings
September 30, 2020
Author: Carlos Restrepo
Two lawsuits against Webster now in federal court
To view new documents regarding Webster's motion to dismiss and McCarthy's answer, click here To view new documents regarding Webster's answer to Schwartz allegations, click here Two pending lawsuits…
Webster’s appeal to dismiss David Garafola case denied
Webster University was denied the dismissal of the case of David Garafola, who filed a lawsuit against the university.
Defund Israel: Stopping cash flow to the number one recipient of U.S. foriegn aid is a win-win
America has been dedicated to protecting the state of Israel for generations. It’s time to reexamine our interests.
Students march in support of Burma
On April 7, students and faculty marched in support of the oppressed people in Burma. Some students had deep connections with the country, specially through the Webster Thailand campus.
Newsletter promotes community relations
Webster University began distributing a four-page newsletter to the Webster Groves community in 2004. The purpose was to encourage more communication and promote positive relationships between the two entities, said Barb Ehnes, director of media and community relations. Stroble also mentions the possible construction of a residence for her on campus.
To Ensure Citizenship: There can be no standardized test for patriotism
A good test score does not a citizen make. At least, it shouldn’t.
Geneva hosts media convention on women’s rights, gender equality
[caption id="attachment_1844" align="alignright" width="300" caption="David Wertheimer, a Webster Geneva communications major, speaks about his photo project on gender equality titled “Androgen,” in which he compares the physical qualities imposed by…
To Ensure Citizenship: Americans are kind and decent, but you wouldn’t know it if you watch the news
Why do the angriest one percent get all of the attention?
Earthquake, tsunami devastates Japan
Webster University’s study abroad partner institution in Japan, the Kensai institute, located in the city of Osaka, was not affected by last Friday’s earthquake.
To Ensure Citizenship: The Pursuit of cholesterol, cheese and maybe a soda
An examination on the kind of food only found in America.
VIDEO: Embodying a culture
Webster student Noelani Kelly, Middle Eastern studies major, makes a living belly dancing in different venues in St. Louis. Kelly said her dance empowers her as a woman and recommends others to try it.
Former administrator sues Webster University
David Garafola, former Vice President of Finance and Administration for Webster University, has sued the university for employment discrimination. The lawsuit was served to Webster President Elizabeth Stroble on Jan. 27.
Tunisian professor tells of country’s revolt
Nabila Harig, an adjunct Arabic instructor at Webster University, sits in her living room on Skype with her nephew, Ahmed Kharrat. She holds a tissue in her hand, speaking in French and Arabic. Every once in a while she shouts the words “Tunisian revolution.”
To Ensure Citizenship: Pizza rolls, guns and everything American
“What are pizza rolls?” I asked my roommate as we shopped through the aisles of Aldis. His jaw dropped. His eyes widend. The question resonated through the frozen foods section.
High-speed chase
A high-speed pursuit ended in a two-car collision in front of the Webster University music building along Big Bend Road on the afternoon of Jan. 10.
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