News Releases (page 74)
Activist Myrlie Evers-Williams Speaks on “Fighting for Equality” at ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ
Myrlie Evers-Williams, acclaimed author, civil rights advocate and widow of slain activist Medgar Evers, discusses “Fighting for Equality: The Interconnected Struggle” on Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Garrison Theater of ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ’s Performing Arts Center. This event is free and open to the public.
Read MoreRemembering Bekki Lee
It is with deep sadness that ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ writes of the devastating news of the passing of its dear friend and colleague, Bekki Lee.
Read MoreÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Labor Economist Roberto Pedace Predicts Possible Outcomes of California Increasing Minimum Wage
ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Associate Professor of Economics Roberto Pedace predicts that California’s recent decision to raise the state’s minimum wage to $10 by 2016 could end up benefiting relatively high-skilled workers, but may hurt low-skilled workers.
Read MoreFOCUS ON PHOTOGRAPHY: The Photographic Treasures of ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ at the Williamson
Celebrating the establishment of the College’s collection and showing works never before displayed at the College, the Williamson Gallery presents “Focus on Photography: Building a Photography Collection at Scripps,” which runs from Oct. 26 through Dec.15.
Read MoreÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Honors Alumna and Former U.S. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords
Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords ’93 was honored today at ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ by being the third recipient of the Ellen Browning Scripps Medal, the College’s highest level of recognition.
Read MoreNew Digital Book on Early U.S. Photographer Edward Curtis’ Photos of Native Americans
An extensive online archive of Edward S. Curtis’ work – amounting to more than 2,000 still images and 22 recordings of tribal songs – has recently launched as a free digital book for use in classrooms.
Read MoreAnsel Adams Museum Set Acquired by ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ
Visitors will have the opportunity to see “Museum Set” in the Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery’s upcoming exhibition, “Focus on Photography: Building a Collection at Scripps,” which runs from Oct. 26 through Dec. 15.
Read MoreU.S. News & World Report Ranks ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ High in “Best Liberal Arts Colleges”
ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ is #25 on the U.S. News & World Report annual rankings of America’s best liberal arts colleges for 2014. The College earned top honors for low student debt, having an ethnically and economically diverse student body and being named a top pick by high school guidance counselors. The College was also recognized as a best value.
Read MoreÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Honors Alumna and Former U.S. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords
Former U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords ’93 will be honored by ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ on Sept. 21 with the College’s highest level of recognition, the Ellen Browning Scripps Medal, announced ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ President Lori Bettison-Varga today.
Read MoreDenise Nelson Nash ’76 Named ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Vice President and Secretary of Board Trustees
ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ announces the appointment of Denise Nelson Nash ’76 as vice president and secretary of the board of trustees, effective Oct. 14. Nash’s responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and implementing a wide range of Board activities, serving as both key advisor on institutional policy, procedures, and decision-making and as a member of the president’s senior administrative team.
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