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Membership Certificate

Josie Green Washington Papers

A membership certificate for Josie Washington by the Dallas Independent School District. Presented on June 21, 1992.

1979 Weekly Appointments Book

Josie Green Washington Papers

An 1979 black planner book with handwritten pages and marked schedules. Content includes names, addresses, phone numbers, and special events.

Handwritten Piece Of Paper

Josie Green Washington Papers

Small strip of paper with multiple accounting calculations.

Written Half-Sheet Of Paper

Josie Green Washington Papers

Half a piece of paper with handwritten notes about the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority.

Ripped Booklet Sheet

Josie Green Washington Papers

Ripped sheet from a small notebook, written with notes. The backside is numbered according to the week stated in the page. Dated in 1951.

Handwritten Piece Of Paper

Josie Green Washington Papers

A small piece of paper with a handwritten numbered list of crossed out names.

Envelope With A List Of Names

Josie Green Washington Papers

An envelope with a handwritten list of names on the front and back.

Handwritten Postcard

Josie Green Washington Papers

A handwritted postcard with Mrs. Josie Washington's name and address. Multiple names and numbers are written on the front and back of the card with pen.

Leadership Conference Event Booklet, National Council Of Negro Women Incorporated

Josie Green Washington Papers

A booklet for acommemorative conference sponsored by the National Council of Negro Women. Various events scheduled alongisde a list of various people working in the ceremony and special guests. The whole event was dated from May 29-31, 1959.

Sorority Coffee Guest Card, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated

Josie Green Washington Papers

A special card from the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority for a free coffee by visiting a located Manning's Coffee Cafes. Dated from August 12-15, 1959.

Western Union Telefax Letter

Josie Green Washington Papers

A respondent mail by Telefax from Aretha B. McKinley to Mrs. Josephine Smith on the whereabouts of a received mail delivery. The letter was delivered on August 13, 1959.

Sorority Meeting Invitation Card, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated

Josie Green Washington Papers

An invitiation card from the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority for a public meeting on August 13, 1959.

Breakfast Event Pamphlet, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated

Josie Green Washington Papers

A pamphlet for a breakfast gathering with the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. The pamphlet comes with a menu and music. Dated on December 28, 1957.

Kappa Zeta Chapter Member Card, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated

Josie Green Washington Papers

A Zeta Phi Beta Sorority member card belonging to Irma Gaston, certified member of Kappa Zeta Chapter. Financial for the year of 1951-52. Expiration date on November 1, 1952.

Hand-Written Program Notes

Josie Green Washington Papers

Scraps of paper with hand-written notes of a program scheduled for March 2, 1950. Math operations are present on the back of the paper.

Dallas Symphony Orchestra Pamphlet, Dallas Symphony Orchestra

Josie Green Washington Papers

A pamphlet of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra featuring a program with all performances and board members. Dated in March 31, 1950.

Phi Beta Sigma Banquet Pamphlet, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated

Josie Green Washington Papers

A program for a banquet for the Omicron Sigma Chapter on December 11, 1948. The pamphlet includes a menu and a roster of people.

Book Review: Alliances & Armor: Communist Diplomacy And Armored Warfare During The War In Vietnam, Gregory A. Daddis

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Author: Jim Pomeroy

Reviewed by: Dr. Gregory A. Daddis, Melbern G. Glasscock Endowed Chair in American History, Texas A&M University

In Alliances & Armor, Jim Pomeroy reveals how Cold War diplomacy shaped North Vietnam’s battlefield tactics, transforming guerrilla warfare into Soviet-style armored offensives. Drawing from multi-archival sources, the book traces Hanoi’s strategic pivot from China to the USSR amid shifting global alliances and escalating US involvement. With gripping detail, Pomeroy chronicles the rise of the People’s Army of Vietnam’s tank-led campaigns, culminating in the dramatic fall of Saigon.

Book Review: Crisis And Crossfire: The United States And The Middle East Since 1945 – Second Edition, Phil Messer

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Author: Peter L. Hahn

Reviewed by: Colonel Phil Messer

From the Arab-Israeli peace process to the fight against terrorism, Hahn’s updated history reveals the forces shaping US policy in one of the world’s most volatile regions.

Book Review: World War Ii Battles Reconsidered: Game Theory And Decision Science Perspectives On Gazala, El Alamein, Falaise, And Arnhem, Andy Nichols

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Author: Mark Thompson

Reviewed by: Lieutenant Colonel Andy Nichols, US Army War College class of 2024

Former Harvard professor Mark Thompson applies cutting-edge decision science and game theory to four pivotal World War II battles, revealing how strategic missteps and psychological biases shaped their outcomes. From Gazala’s disastrous command decisions to Arnhem’s flawed reliance on surprise, each case is dissected with analytical precision and historical depth. This groundbreaking study challenges conventional military narratives and offers a fresh lens on leadership, risk, and battlefield logic.

Book Review: A Day In September: The Battle Of Antietam And The World It Left Behind, Wylie W. Johnson

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Author: Stephen Budiansky

Reviewed by: Dr. Wylie W. Johnson, US Army War College Class of 2010

A Day in September: The Battle of Antietam and the World It Left Behind analyzes the battle’s “Revolution in Military Affairs” and how it radically changed the United States and the world. It focuses on technologies, personalities, military doctrine, nongovernmental organizations, medical advances, international intrigue, and politics.

Cleft Feeding: Practical Tips For Pediatricians, Michael Smith, Leah Hunt, Brenda Fetter, Hannah J. Bergman

Pediatrics in Practice: A CME Podcast

Feeding infants with cleft lip and palate can be challenging. In this episode, a pediatric surgeon, occupational therapist, and speech pathologist share practical strategies for pediatricians—from pre- and post-surgery care to therapy techniques and key red flags. Learn how to guide families and collaborate effectively for the best outcomes.

Note: This episode is not awarded CME.

Click here to stream the podcast episode.

Menagerie: Animals In Art From The Kam Collection, Kruizenga Art Museum, Lisa Barney

Kruizenga Art Museum Posters

A poster for the exhibition Menagerie: Animals in Art from the KAM Collection held January 16–May 16, 2026.

Kruizenga Art Museum Online Collection - Exhibition Gallery

Modern Pioneers: The Artistic Collaboration Of Martha Graham And Barbara Morgan, Kruizenga Art Museum, Lisa Barney

Kruizenga Art Museum Posters

A poster for the exhibition Modern Pioneers: The Artistic Collaboration of Martha Graham and Barbara Morgan held January 16–May 16, 2026.

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Book Review: The Politics Of War And Peace: A Survey Of Thought, Isaiah Wilson Iii

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Authors: Abbott A. Brayton and Stephana J. Landwehr

Reviewed by: Dr. Isaiah “Ike” Wilson III (colonel, US Army retired); professor of practice, Arizona State University; and president emeritus, Joint Special Operations University

Spanning centuries of political and philosophical reflection, Brayton’s work explores how thinkers from ancient times to the modern era have grappled with the moral and strategic dilemmas of war and peace. Through a rich tapestry of ideas, the book reveals the enduring tensions between justice, power, and diplomacy. It’s an essential guide for understanding how past wisdom continues to shape contemporary debates on conflict and resolution.

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"Softening Heart," Song Lyrics, 1998, Bill Gessner

Bill Gessner Song Lyrics and Poems

Song lyrics for "Softening Heart" by Bill Gessner. Three pages of typed lyrics from a word processing program. The second page indicates that the end of the second page and the entirety of the last page are the original version of the song, before revisions. The second page also consists of chords for him to play on the guitar. His lyrics speak of his heart and how it is growing fonder.

Issue 478 January 15, 2026, The Local Voice

The Local Voice

Special Issue: The Townies 2026. Featured Articles: "16th Clarksdale Film & Music Festival Brings Hollywood Excitement to the Delta."; "Obituary: Jeffrey Callaway. (February 20, 1963–January 10, 2026)."; "The Pinksheets: Chewed-Up Bubblegum with a Southern Kick."

Actas Seleccionadas Del Simposio Arte 4.2: Migraciones En La Imagen Prehispánica: Transitando Territorios Del Pasado Al Presente. 58º Congreso Internacional De Americanistas, Novi Sad, Serbia, 2025, Victòria Solanilla Demestre, Annabel Villalonga Gordaliza

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El presente volumen reúne una selección de contribuciones derivadas del simposio «Migraciones en la imagen prehispánica: transitando territorios», coordinado en el marco del 58º Congreso Internacional de Americanistas (ICA58). Nuestro simposio propuso detenerse ante un fenómeno a la vez antiguo y vigente: la travesía de las imágenes. Imágenes nacidas en la América prehispánica que, a lo largo del tiempo, atravesaron paisajes, rutas y memorias para (re)aparecer en territorios distintos de aquellos que las vieron surgir. Cada autor, desde su propio territorio intelectual, contribuye a desentrañar los movimientos, apropiaciones y metamorfosis que experimentaron las imágenes amerindias al viajar de una sociedad …

Volume 34, Number 3, Winter 2025/26, Office Of Communications, Illinois Wesleyan University

Illinois Wesleyan University Magazine, 2018-present

VOLUME 34 | NUMBER 3 | Winter 2025/2026

ON OUR COVER:

Elliot Notrica '26 is developing micro-organisms that create new food products from food waste like cocoa husks and leftover bread dough.

18 Found Families. Celebrate one of the best-attended IWU Homecoming Weekends with stories of alumni friendships across the decades.

22 The Future of Food. Elliott Notrica '26 is the founder and CEO of Symbio Bioculinary where he is creating the future of food with cutting-edge genetic engineering.

26 Hope in Crisis. EmPath units, invented by Scott Zeller '82, are revolutionizing emergency care around the world.

The Indiana Statesman, January 15, 2026, Indiana State University

Student Newspaper

Remembering Rex Kendall; Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service preview