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On Nov. 4, California voters will decide on an issue that has unknown economic effects. Not the presidency, but an initiative called Proposition 2 that could be proposed in Georgia. If voted into law, Proposition 2 would require a larger minimum size for battery cages of laying hens, enclosures for calves raised for veal and gestation crates for sows prior to the seven days before they give birth. … 0 Comments
A University freshman was killed after he fell from an overlook in Tennessee Sunday. Nathan Greer Yorke, from Mount Pleasant, S.C., died after falling off Morgan's Steep in Sewanee, Tenn., according to Eric Hartman, dean of students at the University of the South, which is located in Sewanee. … 4 Comments
• Spanish Level One Course: Sponsored by Professional & Personal Development. Lecture course with an emphasis on spoken communication and word recognition. Learn common conversational expressions and basic grammar. Session two course meets Mondays & Thursdays. … 0 Comments
Two-thirds of University faculty may be forced to postpone retirement because their retirement funds are dependent on the economy, a professor said. Another retirement option exists, said Scott Brown, department head of Small Animal Medicine, but state legislation prevents teachers from transferring plans. … 21 Comments
As students head to the polls to vote for the next president, they will also have the chance to vote for three amendments to the Georgia constitution that focus on economic growth. Amendment 1What it says: "Shall the Constitution of Georgia be amended so as to provide that the General Assembly by general law shall encourage the preservation, conservation, and protection of the state's forests through the special assessment and taxation of certain forest lands and assistance grants to local government?" What it means: This proposes a new way for tax assessment of forest land conservation of more than 200 acres, according to the Web site for Georgia Secretary of State Karen Handel. … 1 Comment
What you can expect to see this week in The Red & Black: You can Subscribe to our PodCast. Now on iTunes. Click Here to Subscribe … 0 Comments
BARACK OBAMADEMOCRAT STUDENT LOANS Barack Obama has proposed a $4,000 refundable tax credit for college that students receive in exchange for service. He will simplify the application process for financial aid. ECONOMY Obama has said that improving the economy is job No. … 2 Comments
SENATE JIM MARTINDEMOCRAT STUDENT LOANS Only 55 percent of Georgia's high school graduates who are ready for college or technical school actually attend, and too many of them have to drop out for financial reasons once they get there. We must expand the federal loan and grant programs to make sure that cost is not a barrier to a college degree. … 2 Comments
BOBBY SAXONDEMOCRAT STUDENT LOANS Saxon worked in hog farms, laid pipes, and did construction to pay his way through school. Because of this, available student loans are a big concern. He would support legislation that makes more loans available to students who work for it. … 0 Comments
BILL COWSERTREPUBLICAN INCUMBENT HIGHER ED IN THE BUDGET I recently helped pass a funding formula for higher education which gained approval by the Board of Regents. The formula calculates the allocation of funds based on the amount of enrolled students, how many buildings are at the institution and factors that determine financial needs. … 0 Comments
EDITOR'S NOTE: BECAUSE THESE SEATS ARE RUNNING UNOPPOSED WE SELECTED ONE THING FROM EACH CAMPAIGN TO HIGHLIGHT. BOB SMITHREPUBLICAN INCUMBENT Congressional District 113 HIGHER EDUCATION Bob Smith serves as vice chairman of appropriations for the higher education subcommittee. … 0 Comments
