CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Names Barbara Schneider To Be New Executive Director Of Enrollment Management Services

Nov. 11, 1999

Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Phil DiStefano has selected Barbara Schneider as the new executive director of enrollment management services and admissions at the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø. The appointment will be considered at the Dec. 9 Board of Regents' meeting in Â鶹¹ÙÍø and will be effective upon approval.

Expert On Communications Standards To Speak At CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø

Nov. 11, 1999

Ken Krechmer, an internationally recognized authority on standards and founder of Communications Standards Review, will present a series of public lectures at the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø beginning Tuesday, Nov. 16. The series is designed to help build a broad understanding of how technical standards are developed, a topic that has sparked widespread interest in recent years due to rapid developments in information and communication technology. Krechmer is expected to address the standards aspects of the U.S. government's antitrust suit against Microsoft.

Former Congressman Skaggs Opens Friends Of CU Libraries Series

Nov. 11, 1999

Former Colorado congressman David Skaggs will open the Friends of the University of Colorado Libraries' Treasures series with a lecture on Monday, Nov. 15, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Old Main Chapel on the Â鶹¹ÙÍø campus. A reception at the CU Heritage Center will follow the free event, which is open to the public. The Heritage Center is on the third floor of Old Main. Skaggs will speak on "Journalism and Democracy in the 21st Century: Can Politicians and Journalists be Adults Together?" A question-and-answer session will follow.

Society Benefits From College-Educated Citizens

Nov. 10, 1999

Note to Editors: CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø has joined with the U.S. Department of Education, the American Council on Education and other organizations to participate in "National College Week" Nov. 15-19. The goal of the campaign is to inform the American public that with the proper academic preparation and informed financial planning it is possible for Americans to achieve their dreams of a college education.

Financial Aid Programs Make College Affordable For Students And Families

Nov. 10, 1999

Editors: CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø has joined with the U.S. Department of Education, the American Council on Education and other nationwide organizations to participate in "National College Week" Nov. 15-19. The campaign aims to inform Americans that, with proper academic preparation and financial planning, it is possible to achieve your college dreams. The following is designed to explain options and sources of assistance for student aid.

CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Offers Underrepresented Groups Access To High Quality Education

Nov. 10, 1999

At the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø, value is placed on a climate of healthy diversity, one in which people value individual and group differences, respect the perspectives of others and communicate openly, according to Ofelia Miramontes, associate vice chancellor for diversity and equity.

New Faculty Bring Global And Multicultural Expertise To CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø

Nov. 9, 1999

Three new faculty members in the department of ethnic studies at the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø are helping students prepare to live and work in a global community. Lisa Sun-Hee Park, David Pellow and Kenneth Orona bring expertise in interdisciplinary teaching and research, with an emphasis on global issues and multiracial thought and experiences, to the Â鶹¹ÙÍø campus.

New Humanities Building To Be Dedicated At Nov. 15 Ceremony

Nov. 9, 1999

MEDIA ADVISORY New Humanities Building To Be Dedicated At Nov. 15 Ceremony WHO: CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø President John Buechner, Chancellor Richard Byyny and Arts and Sciences Dean Peter Spear. WHAT: A dedication ceremony for the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍøÂ’s new $10.8 million Humanities Building, which is consistent with the other nationally recognized Norlin quadrangle buildings. WHEN: Monday, Nov. 15, 2 p.m. WHERE: The auditorium in the Humanities Building

Nov. 10 Talk By Professor Patricia Limerick Is Cancelled Due To Illness

Nov. 8, 1999

A lecture by CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø history Professor Patricia Limerick scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 7:30 p.m., has been cancelled due to illness. The talk was to be on "Worlds of Possibility: Exploring Ethnicity in Environmental Thought." For more information, call Jaisy Jardine at (303) 492-8384.

Science Scholar Award Luncheon To Be Held At CU-Â鶹¹ÙÍø Nov. 12

Nov. 4, 1999

The Achievement Rewards for College Scientists, or ARCS Foundation, Inc., Denver Chapter, is holding its annual scholar luncheon at the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø on Friday, Nov. 12, at 11:30 a.m., in the University Club. At the luncheon, the foundation will give $105,000 to 21 science students from the University of Colorado at Â鶹¹ÙÍø and other Colorado schools. The ARCS awards go to students who demonstrate strong character, excellence in their work and financial need.

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