Posts Tagged ‘stroble’
Letter to the Editor: a letter to President Stroble
By David Kirkman, Webster University student President Beth Stroble of Webster University: First of all, thank you for taking the time to read this. As you probably already know, what I am about to talk about is going to be very sensitive and a very tough subject to talk about. I am a 20-year-old…
Read MoreA century of leadership
By Webster University President Beth Stroble By now, fall semester is well underway. Faculty, staff and students have returned to campuses around the globe – and many have worked and studied over the summer. While summertime lets us refresh and regroup, for increasing numbers of Webster students it is a time to take classes for…
Read MoreWebster University, Eden urge Webster Groves to table zoning changes
Webster University Chief Financial Officer Greg Gunderson urged the Webster Groves City Plan Commission to table proposed changes to Webster Groves’ zoning code at its meeting on Feb. 3. The changes would categorize Webster University and Eden Theological Seminary into different educational zoning districts — a change that could affect future university expansion.
Read MoreWhere, oh where, is your administration?
Amongst the discussion about Ritchey’s commentary on Webster’s financial decisions one presence has been missing — the administration.
Read MoreWebster administration’s arbitrary financial decisions need greater accountability
In an article on Susan Polgar’s blog, Schuster said, “For the first time in the almost 100-year history of our university, we are the national champion.” Every Webster University club, athletic team or activity participant should feel insulted by this insinuation. Unlike the prodigal chess team, the majority of Webster University’s sports teams and clubs are underfunded, but still excel on a successful level despite discomfort.
Read MoreAUDIO: Professional development unaffected by budget cuts
Webster University has placed a hold on travel and entertainment expenses in an effort to stay within its budget for the fiscal year. The hold will not affect faculty and staff’s professional development funds.
Read MoreWebster University projects $12.2 million budget shortfall, immediate budget cuts expected
Webster University is projecting a $12.2 million budget shortfall below its revenue goal for the year. Budget reductions will start immediately, according to an email the president and provost sent out Friday afternoon.
Read MoreSchwartz, Garafola lawsuits settled
Lawsuits filed by David Garafola and David Schwartz have been settled with the university.
Read MoreDecrease in tuition revenue could delay faculty pay increases
A statement by President Elizabeth Stroble called into question the implementation of the Mercer Compensation Study. With decreased enrollment, the university is faced with potential budget cuts that could impact faculty compensation.
Read MoreBREAKING NEWS: Assistant professor George Slusarz passes away
Slusarz taught accounting at Webster since 2008. The cause of his death has not been released.
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