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Alumni Weekend is one for the books

1,087 couples break Guinness world record

by Hannah Poturalski in Campus

Alumni Weekend is one for the books
Miami University has broken a world record and once it's confirmed by Guinness World Records, it will be in the books. During Alumni Weekend Saturday, 1,087 couples renewed their wedding vows near the Upham Arch, setting a new record for the highest number of wedding vow renewals at once.… 8 Comments

Trustees to approve out-of-state tuition increase

by Stephen Bell in Campus

The finance and audit committee of the board of trustees planned to submit a formal approval at Friday morning's meeting to allow a 3.5 percent tuition increase for out-of-state students for the 2009-2010 year. As Miami University President David Hodge said, the increase is vital to the preservation of current faculty and in-state tuition rates.… Post the First Comment

Five-year free speech case against Miami dismissed

by Hannah Poturalski in Campus

Five-year free speech case against Miami dismissed
Seven years ago, Christian evangelist James Gilles came onto Miami University's campus and his memory has been lingering ever since. On October 14, 2002, Gilles was preaching a Christian message outside of King Library without a permit. Miami police approached Gilles and told him he could not continue speaking, according to Robin Parker, general counsel for Miami.… Post the First Comment

Summer orientation now includes more individual attention

by Catherine Couretas in Campus

First-year students now have individual advising appointments to look forward to at summer orientation while parents can meet with an increased variety of university offices. This year, for the first time, each student is sitting down with a faculty mentor or first-year or staff adviser on day two of summer orientation for an advising appointment, according to Buffy Stoll, director of new student programs.… 1 Comment

Farmer School of Business construction wraps up

Faculty and staff to begin moving in next week

by Amelia Carpenter in Campus

Upon the arrival of students for fall semester, the new Farmer School of Business (FSB) building will be open for instruction. Starting Tuesday, June 23, faculty and staff will begin moving into their respective offices, according to Ted Pickerill, assistant dean for administration in the FSB.… Post the First Comment

1809 Room renovation to start soon

by Amelia Carpenter in Campus

The traditional feel of the 1809 Room in Miami University's Shriver Center may begin renovation Monday as 'One Eight 09,' a modern spin on an older concept, according to Don King, assistant director of the Shriver Center. "The last I heard late last week we were waiting to get the contracts back from the state," King said.… 12 Comments

Middletown dean to transition into new community liaison post

by Mary Kate Linehan in Campus

Middletown dean to transition into new community liaison post
Miami University Middletown Campus Dean Kelly Cowan announced her resignation last month after serving four years as dean. According to Janis Toennisson, director of public affairs at Middletown, Cowan has taught on microbiological education at Miami since 1993 and plans to eventually return to her position in teaching.… Post the First Comment

Communication department to cut entrance exam

by Hunter Stenback in Campus

After nearly four years of required entrance exams for communication majors, the department of communication is temporarily dropping the test beginning in January 2010. "In general, evidence suggests that (the current system) is a transparent and equitable admission process," said Gary Shulman, chair of the communication department, via email.… Post the First Comment

Athletic department invites fans to star in commercial

by Staff Report in Campus

Miami University Athletics wants to feature RedHawk fans in its upcoming advertising campaign. The department has issued a casting call for people of all ages who would like to help shoot TV commercials to promote RedHawk football across Ohio, including tailgating and stadium crowd shots.… 1 Comment

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