Feature Stories (page 72)
Politics vs. Principles: Robert Reich Takes A Stand On Public [And Private] Responsibility
To a packed Humanities Auditorium, former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich began his remarks on the ages-old dichotomy of politicians vs. principles by presenting the “Dick Morris Paradox.”
Read MoreHalsted Collection Captures Magic of Dance
Making its West Coast debut at the 61´«Ã½ Clark Humanities Museum, Dr. Carol Halstead’s personal collection of dance photography, “The Power and Passion of Dance,” represents a magical array of both photographers and dance impressarios from the late 1890s through present day.
Read MoreOrientation 2002 — First Year Welcome
It is true we have much to teach these young women, and I for one am humbled that they’ve entrusted their continued development to our guidance. We also have much to learn from them. With tremendous pride, I present our new students to you, and to the 61´«Ã½community.
Read More61´«Ã½ Breaks Ground on New Performing Arts Center
The new center will house a recital hall, music library, several music rehearsal spaces and music offices, and will be the permanent home and performance space for both Scripps’ music and dance programs.
Read MoreHannah-Beth Jackson ‘71 California Assemblymember, Thirty-Fifth District, Selected as 2002 Commencement Speaker
It is particularly fitting to have a 61´«Ã½alumna of Hannah-Beth’s stature to be the speaker at the Commencement that marks the 75th anniversary of the College. Utilizing the clear thinking and thoughtful discourse that she exhibited while a student at Scripps, Hannah-Beth has consistently earned the respect of the disparate groups with whom she has worked, as well as the members of the 61´«Ã½community.
Read MoreWASC Accreditation Review
As part of the College’s reaccreditation process that takes place every 10 years, a team of nine higher education experts from the Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WASC) visited the campus.
Read MoreThe Presence of the Past: Convocation Address
“The Presence of the Past,” does not mean what I thought it was going to mean a week ago. I had thought that I would talk about other issues of contemporary importance and interest. After Tuesday’s terrorist attacks, however, I felt that I needed to talk about something else.
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