News topic: Politics

Students protest state policy on homeless shelters Students protest state policy on homeless shelters
A group of 15-20 bundled-up university students sat cross-legged in a circle next to the tents that would serve as their bedrooms for the night. Though it was a Saturday night, this was no fall break camping… Read »

Author highlights conflict in Middle East Author highlights conflict in Middle East
The university welcomed Vali Nasr, one of the world’s leading experts on the Islamic world and politics, as he spoke about one of the most important struggles facing the Muslim world. Read »

CBS newsman Bob Schieffer speaks about politics CBS newsman Bob Schieffer speaks about politics
About a thousand people came out on a cold, rainy night Oct. 18 to hear longtime CBS newsman Bob Schieffer speak at Wait Chapel for the Voices of Our Time series. The well-known journalist also spent most… Read »

News veteran speaks on experience in journalism News veteran speaks on experience in journalism
Veteran CBS newsman Bob Schieffer has seen a lot in his five decades reporting the news. He has covered great debates and scandals, wars and elections, from the field as a correspondent, from the Evening… Read »

Immigration debate to tackle issues Immigration debate to tackle issues
The university will be hosting a three-day conference Oct. 3-5 on one of the most controversial issues confronting America today – immigration. As part of the “Voices of Our Time” series,… Read »

University submits bid for ‘08 debate
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Eager for elections?
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Provost committee established
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Marijuana legislation debate held in Pugh
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Administration seeks to realign with mission
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