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Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting regarding gender bias, budget cuts, president for a day, radio show, red towel give away, garbage cans for recycling program, Adopt-a-Spot, talent show and equestrian team.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 20, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Poynter, Chris. Thomas Meredith’s Expenses Examined
• Johnson, J.L. Joseph Iracane Remains Chairman – Regents
• Martin, John. Doctorate Proposal On Hold
• Martin, John. Tight Budget: Western Making Cuts
• Western Helping Soviet Journalists – Society of Professional Journalists
• Lindsey, J.D. Nintendo Challenge
• Election Day
• Regents Have Edges to Smooth
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon King Joseph Iracane – Regents
• Beckles, Brunessa. Disappointed in Associated Student Government
• Rose, Jonathan. No Kegs on the Roof – Sigma Nu
• Walchek, Patty. Article Inaccurate – Lyme Disease
• Schmidt, Greg. Marijuana Ad Didn’t …

Newsletter Vol. Xv, No. 2, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate newsletter. This issue includes articles:

• Vos, Arvin. From the Chair
• Wells, Carroll. General Election - Yesterday, Today and December
• General Education Goals Statement, 1990
• Bussey, Charles. A Call to Action: You Can Make a Difference
• Vos, Arvin. Reflections on Travel Budgets
• Faculty Senate XV Minutes, Sept. 12, 1991

Newsletter Vol. Xv, No. 3, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate newsletter. This issue includes articles:

• Garrett, Jan. Editor's Note
• Leopold, Aldo. On Ecological Education
• Fiscal Affairs Committee. Reflections on Grant in Aid
• Bluhm, Georg. An Amendment to KRS 164.3 Regarding Selection & Functions of Regents
• Faculty Senate XV Minutes, Oct. 10, 1991
• Faculty Senate XV Minutes, Nov. 14, 1991

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 19, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Poynter, Chris. Associated Student Government Urges Board of Regents to Elect New Leader – Joseph Iracane
• Johnson, J.L. Regents: Voting Today for Chairman
• Johnson, J.L. & John Martin. Council on Higher Education Votes Monday on Doctorate
• Armes, Anya. Fall Kills Student, 21 – Michael O’Leary
• Wetherby Has New Phone Books
• Fife, Dana. Lotto Money Draws Big Ticket Sales
• Doctorate Deserves Approval
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon Higher Education Game
• Pelz, Karen. Credit Union Change Won’t Be Popular
• Smith, Kerry. Big Red Statue Idea Frivolous
• Baldwin, Paul. …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding budget.

Resolution 91-6-F - Board Of Regents Chair Term Limit, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Resolution requesting that Joe Iracane not be re-elected as chair of the WKU Board of Regents.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 18, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Poynter, Chris. Associated Student Government Opposes Joseph Iracane – Regents
• Martin, John. Council on Higher Education Staff Doesn’t Want New Doctorate
• Martin, John. Florida Regent Says Thomas Meredith Very Well-Received
• Activists Group State Coordinator – United Student Activists
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon Questions About Joseph Iracane
• Board of Regents Should Elect New Chair
• Weigel, Richard. Story Smeared Heather Falmlen – Regents
• Brunson, Barry. Math is More Than Facts & Formulas
• Craig, Ty. Heather Falmlen Allegations Disgrace to Associated Student Government
• Lindsey, Lenore. Vote City Commissioners …

Financial Services Committee Meeting Minutes, Wku Board Of Regents

Board of Regents Documents

Minutes of the Financial Services Committee meeting.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 17, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Poynter, Chris. Heather Falmlen Says She Wasn’t Bribed – Regents
• Poynter, Chris. Joseph Iracane Profile – Regents
• Johnson, J.L. & John Martin. Businessmen, Students Try to Persuade Thomas Meredith to Stay
• Tomorrow is International Day
• No More Night Runs for Big Red Shuttle
• Hoff, Meagan. Larry Hopkins to be at Today’s Election Forum
• Poynter, Chris. Board of Regents: What Do They Do?
• Thomas Meredith Should Stay
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon. Thomas Meredith Meets His Knight in Shining Armor
• Seiber, John. Thomas Meredith Has Served Students …

Ua11/1 On Campus, Vol. 1, No. 15, Wku University Relations

WKU Archives Records

On Campus newsletter featuring articles about faculty, staff and events at Western Kentucky University. Regular features are:

• College News
• Sponsored Programs
• Hot off the Press
• Personnel File

This issue includes articles:

• WKU Grad from National Institute of Health is 1991 Lancaster Lecturer - Gene Shearer
• Dr. Thomas Meredith Among 13 Candidates for Central Florida President
• University Places Freeze on Jobs, Purchases
• Regents Present Position Paper
• Public Radio Service Drive Nov. 2-9
• Society of Professional Journalists to Establish Moscow State Chapter
• Employee Dependent Grant Program is Success in First Semester
• Phonathon Raises Record $166,145
• Dr. Melvin Borland, Economics, Named to KERA …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding continuing education, faculty diversity and overload stipends.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting regarding homecoming and Black Tie Affair.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 16, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Martin, John. Thomas Meredith in Top 13 for Central Florida University Job
• Carter, Darla. Coalition Strives for Unity – Coalition for Unity & Social Equality
• Hadley, Kim. Diddle Arena Fire Asbestos-Related
• Johnson, J.L. Freeze out: Hiring on Hold Because of Budget Cuts
• Kappa Delta Shenanigans Thursday
• Fellowship Worth Up to $7000 – Phi Kappa Phi
• Stivers, Stephanie. Hill Loses Power Because Bowling Green Municipal Utilities Cut Line
• Diddle Arena Update Long Overdue
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon Firemen Tell Big Red to Stop, Drop & Roll …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 25, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Grundy, Julie. Dorm Forum Sparks Debate – Visitation, Housing & Residence Life
• Poynter, Chris. Trading Places – President for a Day, Ryan James
• Johnson, J.L. Student for a Day – Thomas Meredith
• Martin, John. Budget Might Make Preston Health & Activities Center Short-Staffed
• Magazine Wants Writing Entries – Zephyrus
• Scavenger Hunt Benefits Charity – Phi Beta Lambda, March of Dimes
• Athletics Faces Tough Choices Ahead Due to Budget Cus
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon – Football NCAA Division IAA Money
• Bunce, Mary, et al. Opposes Further …

Ua12/2/1 Magazine, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

Special magazine edition of the College Heights Herald:

• Anna, Cara. Last Chance at Gold – Steve Crocker, Swimming, Olympics
• Martin, John. 50 Years of School Spirit – Raymond Preston, Hattie Preston
• Wing, Chuck. Born to Ride – Missy Kremer, Equestrian Team

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 15, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Johnson, J.L. & John Martin. Thomas Meredith Likely to be on Job List
• Stewart, Nikita. Clarence Thomas: Students Say Saga isn’t Over
• Poynter, Chris. A Congregation Weeps – First Baptist Church
• Kevin Colon Wins Freshman Election
• Sexual Harassment Policy Will Improve Life at Western
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon Sexual Harassment
• Vaughan, Valerie. College Heights Herald Coverage of 10K Race Slanted
• Meredith, Thomas. Praises Students’ Generosity – First Baptist Church
• Blair, Scott & Christopher Brangers. Tabitha Defended – Cattle
• Baldwin, Paul. Math: It Just Doesn’t Add …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding updated forms, faculty degrees, adjunct faculty and externally funded programs.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting to discuss homecoming elections, attendance policy, Big Red's Roar and resolutions.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 14, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Johnson, J.L. & John Martin. Florida School Considers Thomas Meredith
• Carter, Darla. Western vs. Ku Klux Klan – Demonstrations
• Poynter, Chris. Clash of Convictions – Ku Klux Klan, Demonstrations
• Poynter, Chris. Fire Destroys Church– First Baptist Church
• Associated Student Government Freshman Elections Today
• IQ Society Seeks Members – Mensa
• AAUP Officers Elected – American Association of University Professors
• Phonathon Sets Record
• Prognosis Looks Good for Health Service
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon Student Health Service Scales
• Hopkins, Danielle. Photo was Disgusting – Cattle
• Davis, Michael. Animal …

Meeting Minutes, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Meeting to discuss attendance, newsletter, travel reimbursement, Coalition of Senate & Faculty Leadership (COSFL), credit union and budget.

Resolution R91.10.2 - Cooperation Among Faculty Senates, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Request to work with other Kentucky Faculty Senates in creating a legislative agenda.

Resolution R91.10.1 - Budget Cuts, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Resolution requesting that budget cuts reflect Western XXI priorities.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 13, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Stewart, Nikita. Party Plans Changed by Arrests – Fraternities & Sororities
• Martin, John. Budget Looks Worse Than Tight
• Poynter, Chris. Ku Klux Klan Presence Prompts Racism Forum
• Johnson, J.L. Health Service: Used Less Money Than Once Thought
• Sigma Alpha Epsilons Begin Run to Richmond
• Big Red Shuttle to Run in Evenings
• Associated Student Government Elections Tuesday
• Student Input Could Mean Better Turnout – Concerts
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon University Center Board Concerts
• Baldwin, Paul. Yul Brynner Had a Majestic Chrome Dome
• Thompkins, Harold. Racism Runs …

Ua11/1 On Campus, Vol. 1, No. 14, Wku University Relations

WKU Archives Records

On Campus newsletter featuring articles about faculty, staff and events at Western Kentucky University. Regular features are:

• College News
• Sponsored Programs
• Hot off the Press
• Personnel File

This issue includes articles:

• Eison, Sheila. National Science Foundation Awards WKU $121,691 for New Directions in Math
• National Higher Education Week - James Oliver
• Phonathon Update
• Karr, Sandra. Fall Theatre & Dance Lineup Features WKU Grad, Actor Becky Gelke Baker
• Next Week is Alcohol Awareness Week on Campus
• Gifts to Western Include Scholarship - Warren County Conservation District Board of Supervisors
• Faculty Development committee News
• Homecoming '91
• Overby, Carol. Agriculture Exposition Center's Director …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting to discuss 25th anniversary of Student Government Association, recycling program, Adopt-a-Spot, Ku Klux Klan rally in Bowling Green and Fabulous Thunderbirds concert.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 12, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Hadley, Kim. Bikers Get Cold Shoulder from City
• Grundy, Julie. Few Flock to Hear Fabulous Thunderbirds – University Center Board
• Carter, Darla. Against the Ku Klux Klan: Student Group Votes to Protest in Fountain Square – Amazing Tones of Joy
• 10 Arrested on Alcohol Charges
• Forensics Team Finishes Second
• Carter, Darla. Tomorrow’s Forum on Racism Sparked by Klu Klux Klan Rally
• Racism Here Long Before Ku Klux Klan’s Visit
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon Ku Klux Klan Rally
• Marael, Michelle. Big Red Shuttle Fee Unfair
• Alexander, …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 67, No. 11, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Armes, Anya. Potter College Dean Ward Hellstrom Resigns
• Mallon, T.J. Architect to Assess Hall – College High Hall
• Hadley, Kim. Motorcycle Rally: Bikers Coming to Town
• Johnson, J.L. Regents Call Special Meeting
• Thunderbird Tickets Costing University Center Board
• AT&T Circuit Board Went Bad
• Gibson, Karen. Speakers Show Up, Students Don’t – Young Democrats
• Harrington, Drew. Satanic Expert Should Apologize for Remarks
• Richardson, Patrick. Editorial Cartoon Dr. Seuss Tribute
• Jenkins, Dennis. Parking Should Be Priority
• Baldwin, Paul. ‘90s Parenting: King of Beers Can Make You King …

Oil In Bowling Green: A Lost Chapter In Wku's History, Jonathan Jeffrey

SCL Faculty and Staff Publications

Bowling Green became the center of a five-county oil boom in the late-1910s. Two men working on construction of Western Kentucky University’s Potter Hall were determined to not be left out of the action. Architect William J. Bray and contractor Walter Brashear formed a syndicate to lease local land for oil exploration. In August 1920, WKU’s Board of Regents granted their company, The Great Arch Oil Company, exclusive rights to drill on the school’s farm. The majority of the company’s investors were school faculty and staff. Of the three wells drilled, only one showed promise and it was soon abandoned …

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting to discuss International Day, voter registration, SGA 25th anniversary, budget, Ku Klux Klan rally in Bowling Green and homecoming.