News Articles
Schoolhouse Glock
A Missouri bill would permit concealed weapons on public college campuses
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A recent Missouri House bill that allows licensed concealed weapon carriers to carry concealed guns on public college and university campuses has Webster University students and faculty in a disagreement. The bill passed 105-50 in the House April 8, the two-year anniversary of the Virginia Tech tragedy.
Thailand ambassadors visit Bangkok campus
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Three ambassadors to Thailand gathered at Webster University's Bangkok, Thailand campus to discuss nuclear weapons, the war on terror, President Barack Obama and other international relations topics on April 24. Ricardo Ortiz, professor and head of the international relations department in Bangkok, organized the "Ambassador Forum" specifically for his Topics in Foreign Policy class.
Teachers' futures look dim
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A study by the National Commission on Teaching and America's Future (NCTAF) forecasts a massive number of teacher retirements, which could potentially alter the teaching profession and career opportunities for students entering the teaching field. The April.
News Briefs
MOVE OUT SAFETY TIPS: Residents should not leave cars parked in the circle drives, fire lanes, handicap accessible spots, or other illegal parking spots. Cars could get ticketed or towed. In case of emergency, cars could be responsible for blocking emergency vehicles or personnel.
Misdemeanors and Mishaps
APRIL 20: 4:40 a.m.: The burglar alarm at 40 N. Rock Hill went off. APRIL 21: 8:07 a.m.: A vehicle was towed from University property. 6:07 p.m.: Inclement weather set off the burglar alarm at 40 N. Rock Hill Road. APRIL 22: 8:00 a.m.: Camera equipment was stolen from the media center and not returned.
Webster Groves Police Blotter
APRIL 21: •A student at Webster Groves High School stole keys to open a locked closet and steal money. The student was arrested by the school resource officer. APRIL 22: •Between April 15 - 21 in the 100 block of St. John Avenue, one license plate was taken from a vehicle.
Student Government Association Election Results
Position - No. of Votes President: Justin Raymundo - 183 Kacey Hampton - 164 Vice President: Jennifer Smith (write-in) - 8 Sergeant-at-Arms: Nick Dunne - 312 Secretary: Terrence Cotton - 296 Comptroller: Kacey Hampton (write-in) - 7 Information Technology
