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From The Voices Of California Female High School Principals: Examining Barriers And Support Systems In A New Era Of Educational Reform Through The Lens Of Activity Theory, Janice M. Jones

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Purpose: The purpose of this phenomenological study was to examine the perceived barriers and support systems female high school principals experienced, through the lens of activity theory, while attaining and serving in their current position during the newest era of educational reform in a specific geographical region.

Methodology: Semistructured interviews were conducted with current female high school principals to gather data on the barriers and support systems they experienced. The theoretical framework of activity theory was used to analyze the subjects’ interaction with their environment as they sought the outcome of becoming and serving as high school principals. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 24, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Collins, Emma. PolitiFact Staffers Visit WKU
• Perry, Natalie. International Dialogue Informs Students About Recent Political Events
• Keltner, Bryson. Bowling Green Black Lives Matter Hosts Action Meeting
• Miller, Callie. Associate Provost Plans Awareness of Research – Cheryl Davis
• Carlson, Kylie. Student’s Work Prompts Proclamation Signing – Antibiotic Awareness Week
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Nutrition Labels
• Burgess, Kelly. Three Major Keys to Nutrition
• Kaufkins, Barry. Standing with My Muslim Students
• Johnson, Kalyn. Coming to Understand Why People Protest
• Disalvo, Ann. Bowling Green Beauties – Miss Bowling …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Kast, Monica. Two School of Journalism & Broadcasting Majors to Move Schools – Advertising, Public Relations
• Collins, Emma. Tension – Donald Trump
• Williams, Jamie. Andre Dowell – Elections
• Carlson, Kylie. Jacob Karaglanis – Elections
• Kast, Monica. eSports Team Moves Into Permanent Space
• Miller, Callie. Sophomore, International Enrollment Declines
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon: Echo Chambers
• Build Bridges: Understanding Protests, Understanding Each Other – Elections
• Carter, Brandon. There is Much Work to be Done After Election
• Chism, Kalee. Luncheon Opens Discussion on Gender – Genderations
• Austin, Emma. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Dick, Jacob. WKU Professor to Elect President – Scott Lasley
• Kast, Monica. Students Encounter Polling Confusion – Brian Wiech, Brandon Killian
• Williams, Jamie. Gary Ransdell Casts Vote at Big Red Precinct
• Dimeo, Chris. Voters Disappointed, Unable to Vote in City
• Ziesig, Kathryn. Students Protest Presidential Election Results
• Collins, Emma. University Faculty, Staff Lacks Diversity
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Election 2016
• Huff, Taylor. Sauteed Selection: After the Election, Where Do We Go From Here?
• Henderson, Andrew. A Failed Press, Other Disappointments of the Election
• Joyner, …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Scarlett, Gabriel. Bowling Green Speaks Out Ahead of Election
• Kast, Monica. Student Surrogates Debate Foreign Policy – Forensics Team
• Carlson, Kylie. More Freshmen Enrolling with Prior Credit
• Williams, Jamie. Student Groups Offer Free Rides to Voting Polls – Ride to Vote
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Political Parties
• Henderson, Andrew. Polling Pisces: Consult the Stars to Help Cast Your Ballot
• Beshear, Andy. Attorney General Continues to Fight for Education
• Schroader, Miles. Students Talk About Voting Decisions
• Schroader, Miles. Singing Groups Join to Celebrate Culture – …

State Of The University Address, Uno Office Of The Chancellor

Chancellor’s Speeches

Good morning.

I want to thank the faculty, staff, students, community members, Board of Regents members, state senators, friends and my family who were able to attend today.

The first time I stood in this spot to deliver a State of the University address, I was interim Chancellor, and I had been in that role for a total of 28 days.

In that speech, I invited you to take a journey with me.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 20, Wku Student Affairs

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

• Ares, Nicole. Potter College of Arts & Letters Undergoing Four Leadership Changes – Loup Langton, Saundra Ardrey, Robert Dietle, Michael Williams
• Dick, Jacob. Western Kentucky Orthopaedic & Neurosurgical Associates Protests Denied by State Cabinet
• Collins, Emma. Confucius Institute Open, But Not to Public
• Williams, Jamie. Equestrian Team Fundraises with Miniature Ponies
• Moore, Elisabeth. Latte Art Showdown Brews for Charitable Cause
• Miller, Callie. Candidates Narrowed for Presidential Search
• Editorial Cartoon re: Fairness Ordinance
• What’s Fair is Fair: Bowling Green to Adopt Fairness Ordinance
• Kentucky Board of …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 17 [19], Wku Student Affairs

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

• Dick, Jacob. Director of Journalism School to Step Down – Loup Langton
• Kast, Monica. As American As: Photo Exhibit – Diversity
• Collins, Emma. Candidates Debate Local, State Issues at Public Forum
• Kast, Monica. Candidates for Associate Provost Announced
• Perry, Natalie. Students Collect Aid for Hurricane Matthew Victims
• Johnson, Leah. Educational Talent Search Program Expanding its Reach
• Carlson, Kylie. Record Number of Kentucky Voters Registered Online
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Potato Chips
• Burgess, Kelly. Orange You Glad I Didn’t Say Pumpkin?
• Henderson, Andrew. Rigged Election: …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 16 [18], Wku Student Affairs

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

• Homecoming Photos
• Collins, Emma. Racial Crime Victims Disappointed with WKU Police
• Williams, Jamie. Young Visionary Receives National Recognition – Kenan Mujkanovic
• Kast, Monica. University Senate Approves Open Search Resolution – President Search
• Collins, Emma. Jim Gray Discusses Tuition at Campus Visit
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Renters’ Rights
• Lease of the Land: Bowling Green Must Pass Uniform Residential Landlord & Tenant Act
• Tegge, Samuel. Coffee to Go Extinct, A Tale of Climate Change
• Adams, Julia. Annual Event Celebrates Local Art – Pop-Up Art & Comic …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 15 [17], Wku Student Affairs

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

• Williams, Jamie. Reusable Boxes to Improve Sustainability – Dining Services
• Collins, Emma. Funds Returned to Universities after Months of Debate
• Keltner, Bryson. French Film Festival Returns to the Hill
• Kast, Monica. Faculty Creates Website to Explain Budget – University Senate
• Williams, Jamie. Student Government Association Announces Safety Polls, New Members
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Best Couple
• Ronkainen, Millie. Exorcism Off the Big Screen & in Practice
• Schwab, Edmond. Issues with Billings Office
• Huff, Taylor. Ken Bone and His Question About Energy
• Austin, Emma. Spanish …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 14 [16], Wku Student Affairs

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

• Miller, Callie. Raising the Volume – Domestic Violence
• Collins, Emma. Med Center, Western Kentucky Orthopaedic & Neurosurgical Associates Debate WKU Proposal
• Perry, Natalie. Topper Corner Celebrates Opening with Ribbon Cutting
• Carlson, Kylie. Murray State University Invites WKU to Dead Poets in London
• Williams, Jamie. Student Government Association Members Resign After Allegations of Racism – Braxton Powell, John McKinney
• Johnson, Leah. WKU Receives Grant for Principal Training – Wallace Foundation
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Suffrage for Felons
• Suffering Suffrage: Kentucky Should Automatically Allow Ex-felons Right …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 14 [15], Wku Student Affairs

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

• Keltner, Bryson. Major Redz Leave Section Due to Safety Concerns – Protests
• Miller, Callie. University to Change Internet Network
• Kast, Monica. Professor Gary Houchens Joins Kentucky Board of Education
• Carlson, Kylie. Retired Officer Joins Police Department – Lee McKinney
• Collins, Emma. New Bus Route to Service Downtown Garage – Parking & Transportation
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Donald Trump
• Repulsive Rhetoric: Donald Trump’s Comments Contribute to Rape Culture
• Johnson, Kayln. Black Hair Styles in the Professional Sphere
• Fall Festival
• Austin, Emma. Conference to Raise Human …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 13 [14], Wku Student Affairs

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

• Dick, Jacob. University Questioned in New Legal Protest – Medical Center
• Collins, Emma. Pain for Peace – Jineth Bedoya Lima
• Kast, Monica. Election Caravan from ONE VOTE Nonprofit Visits WKU
• Williams, Jamie. Student Government Association Awards First Desktop in Computer Program
• Collins, Emma. Rand Paul Talks Small Government, Socialism
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Pumpkin & Spice
• Huff, Taylor. Remember the Vice Presidential Debate?
• Beard, Craig & Phillip Singer. WKU Shouldn’t Rush with Request for Proposal – Athletics
• Sims, Adam. Guide to Fall Activities in …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 12 [13], Wku Student Affairs

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

• Ares, Nicole. Glowing Rose – Stephanie Campbell
• Collins, Emma. Search Committee Discusses Candidates
• Kast, Monica. WKU Could Receive Refund After Court Ruling – Budget
• Carlson, Kylie. International Delegates Fundraise for Refugees – International Student Diplomats
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Register to Vote
• Democracy Deadline: Kentucky Voter Registration is Ending Soon
• Henderson, Andrew. Stars Foretell an Extremely Spooky October – Horoscopes
• Cole, Megan. Purple People – Alzheimer’s Research
• Martin, Madison. No Lost Generation Begins WKU Chapter
• Austin, Emma. Campus Organization Bridges Cultural Gaps – Bridges …

Ua42/3 Regional Review, Vol. 3, No. 1, Wku Extended Campuses

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Newsletter created by and about the WKU extended campuses of WKU Elizabethtown/Ft. Knox, WKU Glasgow and WKU Owensboro.

Ua12/2/2 2016 Talisman - Identity, Wku Student Affairs

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2016 Fall Talisman.

• Street Style
• Home Sweet Home – Nashville, McKee, Bowling Green
• Doyel, Rachael. Happy Gas – Theatre & Dance
• Robb, Hayley. Stick & Poke – Tattoos
• Martin, Lindsey. Self-Made – Dexter Banks, Tattoos
• Sullivan, Abbey. Cover-Up – Tattoos
• Pettway, Shantel. Natural Roots – African American Hair
• Voorhees, Jessica. Living Laboratory – Benjamin Benton, WKU Farm
• Perry, Natalie. Frog in a Water Well – Keunsik Junk aka Brody
• Hormell, David. I Wanted to Touch Lightning
• Good, Hannah. Coffee Talks
• Reyes, Taylor. Ice Cold – Alpha Phi Alpha
• Games, Ann. Working the Desk
• Voorhees, Jessica. Killer Queen – Lane French, …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 12, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Keltner, Bryson. Major Redz, Students Protest During Game
• Perry, Natalie. Parking & Transportation Services Make Additions Due to Construction
• Kast, Monica. Search Firm Used Closed Process in Past – President Search
• Miller, Callie. Presidential Search Committee to Meet Friday
• Wegert, Sally. Local Police Officers Will Receive Body Cams
• Carlson, Kylie. New Scholarship Endorses German Culture Studies
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: United We Take a Knee
• Take a Knee: Students Organize in Protest of Oppression
• Burgess, Kelly. Apples: A Well-seasoned Staple of Fall Food
• Hornsby, Morgan. Unbreakable Spirt – …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 11, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Student Dies in Car Crash on Sunday – Stephanie Campbell
• Ares, Nicole. Graveyard Goats – Goat Browsers, Covington Cemetery
• Kast, Monica. Regents Debate RFP for Sports Complex
• Collins, Emma. U.S. Senate Candidate Jim Gray Visits Bowling Green
• Miller, Callie. Mocking Banners Gain National Attention – Vanderbilt University
• Kast, Monica. Regents Give Gary Ransdell Life-long Emeritus Position
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Kentucky Senate Election Debate
• Demand Debate: Rand Paul, Jim Gray Need to Debate Sooner than Later
• Winstead, John. In Wake of Tragedy, Values Matter More than Facts – …

A Humanizing Approach To Improving School Disciplinary Culture, Darrick Smith

Occasional Paper Series

Smith summarizes efforts to transform the negative and disrespectful culture at a small California high school with a racially diverse student population. Here a humanizing approach to discipline, rooted in an affirmation of students and their families, and entailing an alignment of school and family values with the school’s mission, has been successful.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 10, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Ares, Nicole. Man Airlifted After Fight on Center Street Late Saturday – Cory Johnson
• WKU Pulls Deal with Medical Center, Will Bid Out Project
• Dick, Jacob. WKU Police Report on Racist Letters Shows Possible Motive – Michelle Jones
• Collins, Emma. Alumni Survey Receives Few Minority Responses
• Hinderbrandt, Laryn. Department Receives Community Health Grant – Institute for Rural Health
• Keltner, Bryson. Students Work, Save Lives with Global Brigades
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Chicken Strips
• Ronkainen, Millie. Mother Teresa’s Work of Hope, Comfort
• Hicks, Sarah. How to Stay Stylish While …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 9, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Dick, Jacob. Protest Filed in Medical Center Deal by Western Kentucky Orthopedic & Neurological Associates
• Kast, Monica. Presidential Search May be Closed Process
• Kast, Monica. Broadcasting Co-cordinator Steps Down – Victoria LaPoe
• Collins, Emma. WKU Receives Bids for New Parking Structure
• Johnson, Jack. Partnership Established with Oak Ridge National Laboratory
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Presidential Search
• Clear as Mud: Board of Regents Should Vote to Keep Presidential Search Open, Transparent
• Johnson, Kalyn. Segregation in University Housing is Not New
• Sims, Adam. Kiwanis Club Hosts Zombie Walk in Annual …

Ua3/9/7 Diversity & Embracement, Wku President's Office - Ransdell

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Email from WKU president Gary Ransdell to faculty & staff regarding diversity and racial tolerance.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 8, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Carlson, Kylie. Military Students Aided by Program – Textbooks for Troops
• Collins, Emma. Candidates for City Commissioner Address Immigrant Concerns
• Kast, Monica. Search for Garrett Conference Center Renovation Contract Begins
• Carlson, Kylie. Students Embrace Rights During Constitution Week
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Pizza
• Johnson, Jack. New Thriller Was a Breath of Fresh Air – Don’t Breathe
• Burgess, Kelly. Tips for Maximizing Your Daily Cup of Coffee
• B-17 In Bowling Green
• Martin, Madison. Electoral Involvement Focus of Workshop – Kentuckians for the Commonwealth
• Moore, Elisabeth. Life Beyond Earth – …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 7, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Dick, Jacob. Campus Police Investigate Racist Letters – Michelle Jones
• Step After Step – Fraternities & Sororities
• Ares, Nicole. Intercultural Student Engagement Center, TRIO Programs Merge After Budget Cuts
• Collins, Emma. Faculty, Staff Face Tuition Discount Changes
• Kast, Monica. Applications Open for Next WKU President
• Ransdell, Gary. Open Letter from the President – Racism
• Lindsay, Caryn. You Can Study Abroad
• Candid Conversation: University Commits to Opening Dialogue in Light of Recent Events – Racism
• Balloon Classic
• Austin, Emma. Dog Days of Summer – Russell Sims Aquatic Center
• Schroader, Miles …

Ua3/9/7 Unacceptable Racial Behavior, Wku President's Office - Ransdell

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Email from WKU president Gary Ransdell to the WKU Community regarding unacceptable racial behavior.

Ua37/2 Statement About Recent Racist Events On Campus, Jane Olmsted

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Email issued by Jane Olmsted to all WKU faculty & staff regarding racist activities on campus and the appropriate response to them.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 6, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Ares, Nicole. Steve Forbes to Discuss Capitalism at Lecture
• Carlson, Kylie. TOPTalks: Academic Advising & Retention Center Hosts Monthly Student Speaker Series
• Collins, Emma. SKyTeach Thrives in Former Honors College Building
• Kast, Monica. Development Department to Undergo Changes
• Collins, Emma. Student Government Association Passes Legislation, Students Voice Concerns
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Cheesy Fries
• Winstead, John. In Support of Trigger Warnings
• Hicks, Sarah. Designing Your Wardrobe Based on Your Body
• Kenney, Weston. Culture of Worship – St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
• Adams, Julia. Happy Gas – Theatre & Dance …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 5, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Kast, Monica. eSports Curriculum Coming to University
• Dick, Jacob. Gary Ransdell Contract Includes 10-Year Payout Incentive
• Collins, Emma. Christopher Keller Begins as New Honors Associate Director
• Johnson, Jack. New Program Partners University, Kentucky YMCA – Institute for Social Responsibility & Economic Citizenship
• Ares, Nicole. Student Group Hopes to Promote Conservatism – Young Americans for Freedom
• Editorial Cartoon re: Racism
• What Happens Next? University Must Take Strong Stance After Racist Vandalism
• Carter, Brandon. College Heights Herald Stands with Kernel in Wake of Lawsuit
• Martin, Madison. Total Solar Eclipse to Stun …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 4, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Collins, Emma. Racial Slur Carved into Student’s Vehicle
• Collins, Emma. Go Phish – WKU Information Technology
• Kast, Monica. Construction on New Dorm to Begin in November – Hilltopper Hall
• Kast, Monica. Provost David Lee Will Remain to Assist New President
• Collins, Emma. Gatton Academy of Mathematics & Science Students Move In to Renovated Hall – Schneider Hall
• Hatchett, Gina. Taking the Frist Dive – Rafting
• Henderson, Andrew. Tweets I Desperately Wish to See from Matt Bevin
• Johnson, Jack. Suicide Squad: Airing DC’s The Averagers
• Johnson, Jack. Students Apply for …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 92, No. 3, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Kast, Monica. Morale, Job Satisfaction Decrease in New Faculty Survey
• Carlson, Kylie. Good to Grow – Project Grow
• Moore, Elisabeth. Interim Chief of Police Sees Potential for Department – WKU Police
• Kast, Monica. Presidential Search Forum Hosted on Campus
• Dick, Jacob. Administrators Talk Changes, Goals with College Heights Herald Editors
• King, Jennifer. Editorial Cartoon re: Financial Pressure
• Pay to Play: Fee Part of an Emerging Pattern
• Henderson, Andrew. What’s On Your Mind?
• Johnson, Kalyn. Catcalling Is a Big Problem for Everyone
• Twists, Turns & Tunes – Cirque de la …