University expects financial stability

In the midst of a national financial crisis, colleges and universities across the United States are grappling with their own economic realities and challenges related to operating budgets, financial aid for students and endowment spending.

Of note

Yousef Abu-Amer, Ph.D., Jeffrey G. Catalano, Ph.D., Joseph C. Corbo, M.D., Ph.D.

Excited about discovery

Photo by Robert BostonKevin E. Yarasheski, Ph.D., professor of medicine, of cell biology and physiology and of physical therapy, says his decision to pursue science as a career began with an interest in the biochemistry of physical activity.

Construction update

Construction Update is published periodically and provides information about the progress of major building and renovation projects. Information is provided to the Record by facilities management.

Obituary: Phillip, 70

Lorna Marcelline Phillip, film librarian at the School of Medicine from 1971-79, died Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, at Strafford Care Center in Strafford, Mo. She was 70.

A job well done

Photo by Whitney CurtisChancellor Mark S. Wrighton offers his thanks to the hundreds of faculty, student and staff debate volunteers gathered for an appreciation lunch at the Field House in the Athletic Complex Oct. 10.