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From the simplicity of enjoying a suspenseful novel to the dangers flying overhead in war-torn countries, journalists often have to switch gears fast in their daily assignments. War reporter Moni Basu of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Teresa Weaver, writer for Habitat for Humanity International and book editor for Atlanta Magazine, shared their contrasting experiences at the annual Women's Voices Lecture Wednesday. … 0 Comments
One month after a national salmonella scare, some University students have hardly changed their peanut-eating habits. The Peanut Corporation of America plant in Blakely, Ga., was associated with a salmonella outbreak that sickened hundreds and caused five known deaths across the United States that were all related to peanut paste and peanut butter products processed and sold by the facility. … 2 Comments
- Coffee Hour. Sponsored by International Student Life and AIESEC. Enjoy a cultural experience and interact with other members from the UGA community over international cuisine and beverages. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Memorial Hall Ballroom. Contact: 706-542-5867, aperry14@uga. … 0 Comments
It's a book about backroom deals, money mismanagement and a supposed battle between athletics and academics. It's also a critical look at controversies that have surrounded the University and its president for more than 10 years. "Behind the Hedges: Big Money and Power Politics at the University of Georgia," a book by Rich Whitt that paints an unfavorable picture of University President Michael Adams, hits stores Monday. … 2 Comments
Crimewatch: March 27-April 2 … 10 Comments
The search for the University's second most powerful position is underway and an appointment announcement is expected in September. William Potter, chair of the Provost Search Committee, said the committee created the Web site www.libs.uga.edu/provost to list the job ad, committee members and general information for applicants. … 0 Comments
It all started with a Georgia graduate, a cyst and a bottle of diethyl ether. James Venable, inhaling the fumes of an ether-soaked towel, bent his head downward and slipped into unconsciousness as Crawford Long carefully removed a cyst from the back of his neck. Witnesses watched in shock as the scalpel skillfully maneuvered around Venable's head - he felt no pain. … 4 Comments
