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Asian students prepare traditional lunch at WWU

April 24, 2012

East met west recently when nine Asian students prepared lunch for some of their teachers and others at William Woods University. “The luncheon was... READ MORE »»

Caption: Asian students pose with some of the dishes they prepared at William Woods University. Front row: Hung-Yi Shen (Henry), Yu-Ju Liu (Iris), Mark Lai, Xia Gu (Eva), Ching-Lung Wu (Ching) and back row: I-Han, Chen (Ryan) , Shen-Cong Ma (Edward), Chin-Cheng Chiu (Sven), Shuo-Tong Wu (S.T.)

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WWU current and incoming students stuff buddy packs

Brooke Thibodaux, staff writer

April 24, 2012

Each spring, students who plan to attend William Woods University in the fall attend an event called Woods 101. It is usually a time to register for classes,... READ MORE »»

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WWU Plans Second Red Carpet Showcase to Celebrate Student Films

Becky Roberts, staff writer

April 20, 2012

The Academy Awards are over for the year, and the Oscars have been handed out. But William Woods University is sponsoring its own Red Carpet Showcase,... READ MORE »»

Caption: Students arrive for last year’s William Woods University’s Red Carpet Showcase in a limo.

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Val Kilmer brings one-man show, ‘Citizen Twain,’ to William Woods University

April 16, 2012

Val Kilmer and Mark Twain fans are in for a treat, thanks to William Woods University and Central Bank. Playing to what is expected to be a sell-out crowd,... READ MORE »»

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Bikers tell WWU students how they protect children

Dani Moritz, editor-in-chief

April 15, 2012

Imagine being alone in a dark alley while a stereotypical biker walks toward you—a large man covered in tattoos, wearing dark clothes with a vest and... READ MORE »»

Caption: William Woods University social work students and faculty with BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE (B.A.C.A.) members

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‘The Lucky One’—A movie for hopeless romantics

Erin Crooks, news editor

Any Nicholas Sparks book-turned-movie is sure to bring out female movie-goers in droves, and “The Lucky One” was no exception. The film made approximately $22.8 million... read story

April 23, 2012 • 0 comments

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‘Our Town’ — tale of inspiration and reflection

Dani Moritz, editor-in-chief

We live. We die. The world goes on. That’s what William Woods University’s latest production reminds us of. Directed by Kathy Potter and written by Thornton Wilder, “Our... read story

April 20, 2012 • 0 comments

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WWU Theatre to Perform ‘Our Town’

Becky Roberts, staff writer

Lessons of life and death are learned in “Our Town,” to be presented this month by the William Woods University Theatre Department. The play will be performed April 19,... read story

April 7, 2012 • 0 comments

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WWU gears up for commencement with Val Kilmer

The campus of William Woods University is a buzz with activity in preparation for this year’s undergraduate commencement speaker, Val Kilmer. Kilmer will address the graduates... read story

April 30, 2012

Library purchases equipment to enrich educational experiences

Dani Moritz, editor-in-chief

William Woods University recently purchased equipment to enrich the educational experience of its students. The equipment is available for loan to students, faculty and staff. The... read story

April 30, 2012

Students receive awards for portfolios

Leigh Rice, features editor

William Woods University students in the art, theatre and communications areas recently received achievement awards during annual portfolio reviews. Students presented their... read story

April 30, 2012

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WWU’s Julian Hertzog: a unique personality

Leigh Rice, features editor

Whether he is judging diving when he knows nothing about it, stopping horse shows for bathroom breaks, or training pigs, Julian Hertzog, professor of psychology at William... read story

April 24, 2012 • 0 comments

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Drunkorexia presents new concern

Danielle Propst, managing editor

Eating disorders have been a problem among college students for a long time, but now a new eating disorder has arisen. Drunkorexia, saving calories during the week to binge... read story

March 29, 2012 • 0 comments

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