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Sometimes he stands at a table in front of the Jittery Joe's in the Student Learning Center. Other times he sets up in the Tate Center Plaza. Either way, Rabbi Shlomo Gelbtuch said he enjoys making himself available to talk with students about Judaism. … 0 Comments
Professors hate to compete with technology for their students' attention, but new research suggests students' grades are the real victims. Students who use laptops in class have lower GPAs, according to a study by Cornell University. In the study, students were given laptops monitored for Internet use and it was noted that taking notes was their last priority. … 8 Comments
What's your number? It's a question some University students hoping to make a difference in the world may soon be asking. Students who are members of F.O.O.T.S.T.E.P.S. - Friends on One Team Supporting the Effort to Provide Serenity - are trying to promote worldwide socioeconomic change. … 0 Comments
Wednesday, February 14th: Two prominent black doctors practiced in Athens during the early 20th century. Dr. Ida Mae Johnson Hiram was the first black woman licensed to practice dentistry in the state of Georgia. Dr. William H. Harris was the founder of the Georgia State Medical Association of Colored Physicians, Dentists and Druggists. … 0 Comments
Part-time and summer school students can save money by opting out of some student fees. A student registered for five hours or fewer during the school year can save up to $361, and someone taking five credits or fewer during the summer can save up to $206, according to the Bursar's Office Web site. … 0 Comments
Athens-Clarke County Police arrested a male University freshman Saturday afternoon after he unsuccessfully tried to purchase alcohol, police said. According to the ACC police report: Hayter Lamar Whitman attempted to purchase an 18-pack of Coors Light and a six-pack of Smirnoff Ice from Jimbo's on Baxter Street with a Virginia license at 3:25 p. … 0 Comments
Oldest student group turns 204 The Demosthenian Literary Society celebrated its 204th birthday Saturday evening with a 12-hour "all night meeting." The event, which began at 7 p.m. and lasted until 7 a.m., featured conservative columnist Phil Kent, Grady College Dean E. … 0 Comments
Tuesday, February 20th: Francis Hall Johnson, born March 12, 1888, was a native Athenian who became one of America's most renowned black musicians. Johnson played and taught violin, was a member of a Broadway orchestra and founded the Hall Johnson Choir. His choir, one of the Harlem Renaissance's most famous musical groups, experienced success in the U. … 0 Comments
Monday, February 5th: Monroe Bowers "Pink" Morton, born in 1856 to a slave woman and wealthy white man, became a prominent figure in developing Athens. In addition to being the second black man to hold the position of the Athens postmaster, Morton constructed many buildings downtown, including the Morton Building and Theatre, a popular venue for entertainment performances, state meetings and graduations. … 0 Comments
