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Economic Development Can Be Fun
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Forgive me if you think I have defected from the "cause," but I have concluded that the message board participants have it all wrong. I consider you as my friends, so please don't be angry or disappointed at me for this. I have, however, concluded that Governor Barbour is co...
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Mississippian in Exile
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Dome experiencing gas build-up
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I asked someone who should know when certain information would be released from the dome.
The answer I received was just too hilarious not to share.
"Lisa Mader is out of town all week, no one in the dome can even fart until she comes back."
The moderator may zap this for crude language so get your c...
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Share the Wealth
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CBED e-mail down again
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The new e-mail server in the CBed is down. What's going on?
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leaving soon
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Regarding Email and Community Support
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I know that when you read this topic, most of you said to yourself, "Seeker is on a rant again.", but you would be only partly right. Most of you are wondering how I am going to somewhat intelligently tie email policy and community support togeter into one topic. But, if you will bare with me for a few parag...
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Seeker
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Jul 22, 2004
by foot soldier
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Breaking News: Homer Coffman Acting CBED Dean!
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The CBED's e-mail server was down for a week, and there was never any formal communication about it from the Dean's office. Today the CBED was sent an e-mail from Homer Coffman about the situation. I saw the e-mail on a colleague's computer, and when mine is up I'll post it here (unless som...
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biz eagle
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Jul 22, 2004
by Far From Gruntled
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daily rumor mill #62
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1. A tale is spreading that some of the MIDAS money recipients were told at the ceremony recently to expect what was called "MIDAS raises" later this school year. Thanks gorod.
2. Word is that Pood's desire to rise to Provost is quite likely behind his recent "disappearance from the scene."&...
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gurunuburg
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Jul 22, 2004
by Jabba the Hutt
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For "Not Bitter": post about bitter members
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(Preview)
Author: not bitter Date: 2 hr, 4 min. ago Views: 48
| Quote |RE: what happened
Man you guys are so bitter. You don't even work here anymore. Why don't you move on to something else. Do you not have a life?
I am starting a new thread here, because the one on the 'Preview' thread got distorte...
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Online Prof
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Barry Manilow and the CBED
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Week 1 in the CBED without e-mail. Barry Manilow is writing a song about it now, with the last line something to the effect: "...and when will the CBED have e-mail again? Again,,,again, again yeaaahhhhhh ....."
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tomcat
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Jul 21, 2004
by foot soldier
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". . . and thanks again for flying . . ."
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"Good morning passengers, this is your Captain. Hope you're all settled in for our 8-day flight. Sorry, but there'll be no in-flight e-mail service, and we'll be making one lay-over in the COAL to drop off ED. Sorry for any inconvenience, and thanks again for flying CBEDAir."
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Captain D
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Jul 21, 2004
by Captain D
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The funny pages
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http://webalizer.rz.uni-frankfurt.de/dailystrips/dailystrips-2004.07.18.html
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Artifact #2
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Hattiesburg American, June 23, 2004
“The university is not a place for a president or faculty to become the center of attention. The University of Southern Mississippi is a place where I'll be sending my child this fall to learn. Educating my freshman daughter and all the other students is what the...
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Purpose of Varsity Voice?
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What is the purpose of the new publication that is coming out? Why was it created? See below.
SGA leaders announce goals By Vicki McDonald News Editor
continued
To further Cain's communication plan, the SGA will produce and supervise a second campus news publication called The Varsity Voice...
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Confused
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Jul 21, 2004
by Miles Long
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klumb on radio
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klumb was guest on radio talk show, this a.m.
1.mentioned several times no need for msw and msu
2.confirmed 100% support shelby
3.our universities must change the way we do business or will continue to raise tuition
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late
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Jul 21, 2004
by Delta Dawn
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graduation speaker?
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has anyone heard anything about who the speaker will be for graduation?
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Jul 21, 2004
by Mr. Jones
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Preview Numbers 7/15
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(Preview)
This is the best attended Preview of the summer. I think it is also the last one. It appears that finally about 500 (max. allowed) were in attendance.
And the energy demonstrated by the attendees was a pleasant bonus. The last group or two had been a little lethargic.
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Passing Through
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evidence of faculty shortage
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if anyone needs hard evidence of faculty shortage in english at USM, look at pg. 3H in HA classifieds today. there is an ad for adjunct english instructors to teach composition 1 and 2 and world lit. must have at least 18 hours graduate credit in english! how sad that it has co...
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rosalie z
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Jul 21, 2004
by Just Plain Jane
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Nom d'Aplomb Award for July 12-18
(Preview)
Well, here I am. I hope I didn't keep you all waiting too long. Invictus kept calling my cellphone, but I keep the ringer off in church. I figure if the call comes in church, I won't need a cellphone.
The Ladies' Missionary Society meeting was quite lively, and we went a few minutes later than I expect...
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Miss Information
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Jul 21, 2004
by Let Freedom Ring
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daily rumor mill #61
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1. Based on his tv interview JB is not too happy about not having his contract. Word from baller is that the ESPN and other tv crews are probably going to mention this fiasco more than once this fall, further embarrassing USM before national and sometim...
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gurunuburg
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Jul 20, 2004
by gurunuburg
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daily rumor mill #60
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1. More word coming out now that the PUC will take a back seat with SFT & Co. Now, serving on the body may be more of a hindrance than a benefit for faculty/staff not closely aligned with the boys. Thanks ntsft.
2. There are more tales that Economic Development wi...
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gurunuburg
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Jul 20, 2004
by BIG XIIer
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Recruiting Strategy
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Most of us would classify Duke University as "worl' class." With this in mind, take a look at their new recruiting gimmick:
Free iPODs to New Freshmen
Of course, it's for "educational use" ... at least until Fred Freshman runs out of storage & has to decide between the latest Linkin Park tune o...
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Invictus
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Jul 20, 2004
by Green Hornet
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any word on merit raises?
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Has anyone heard anything about the merit raises yet? Post on this string if so.
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asymmetric fairness
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Jul 20, 2004
by asymmetric fairness
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daily rumor mill #59
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1. according to baller, yesterday's article on the negotiations between Jeff B and Richard G/SFT highlights the situation. SFT & Co are being sneaky, and JB is having none of it. Article describes the kinds of devious behavior RG better get used to exhibiting if he is going to remai...
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President's Update Page..! A Must See!!!
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You guys need to go over to the President's Update page at www.usm.edu and check out the minutes of the last Cabinet meeting. There is a little something interesting for everyone, especially those that buy into the UM/MSU conspiracy theory (check out the last little bit about program n...
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HHH
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Jul 19, 2004
by First Ant at the Picnic
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See More #21
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This week's issue
geocities.com/seemore004
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ironic line in HA
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The first line of Robert St. John's weekly column: The life blood of any restaurant is its regular customers.
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Jul 19, 2004
by Camel Woman
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New award to be announced this evening
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The long-standing history of creativity on the FireShelby and AAUP websites has been recoginized through major award competitions. There was Webster's best addition to the glossary, the naming of Night Chalker, the best limerick, Best Pieces from the FireShelby Board (as recognized by U...
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Malapropism
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Mr. Wonderful's le Citation de la Semaine for 7-18
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Mr. Wonderful's le Citation de la Semaine Award for the week ending July 18 is in commemoration of the fact that this has probably been the quietest week since the inception of the message board. Plug your ears and cover your eyes, children, this week's recipient is educator for this com...
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Mr. Wonderful
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7/18 Hat-Am article on Bower's contract
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http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/news/stories/20040718/southernmissnews/866932.html
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AmLitChick
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Jul 18, 2004
by AmLitChick
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Lowering credit hours for graduation
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http://www.clarionledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20040715/NEWS01/40715010
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Jul 18, 2004
by First Ant at the Picnic
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what happened
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It seems that the mission will be left undone. The signs are apparent on this board, the target sacrificed a VP and a Provost allowing the masses to move towards the warm fuzzy feeling of passivity.
Rumors circulate about registration and a TH, what about those of misdoings? Perhaps these trivia...
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is the curtain down?
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Jul 18, 2004
by truth4usm/AH
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daily rumor mill #57
(Preview)
1. With today's D-sec article in the HA, it looks like MSU is gearing up for a big move in the econ development game. grapevine suggested this move to us a few weeks ago actually. Looks like a new player in town.
2. ladysader reports further news that WCC recruitment efforts are still goi...
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gurunuburg
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Jul 17, 2004
by Armidillo
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President's Council
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The next meeting of President's Council is Wednesday, July 28. Some of the faculty will be out of town and can't attend. The Hattiesburg American has been in attendance in the past. The meeting are open, so anyone who can should attend. Guest have participated in the past by asking questions and makin...
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LeavingASAP
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Jul 17, 2004
by Outside Observer
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daily rumor mill #58
(Preview)
1. New word from gigli (new COAL operative) is that many of USM's newest faculty are completely disillusioned by their first year at USM. Many are reportedly "going the extra mile" to get the word out in the various disciplines to avoid USM at all costs. They are also doing all they...
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daily rumor mill #56
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1. With PREVIEW all but over now, the "Class of 2008" at USM is taking shape. Given the pattern of class enrollments, phrases like the "Class of 099" are already being thrown around admissions sectors of campus. Thanks grapevine.
2. More word from envelope on HD's legal troubles in th...
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gurunuburg
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Jul 16, 2004
by Wondering
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HA: USM gets funds for Trent Lott Center
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http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/news/stories/20040715/southernmissnews/852630.html
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Kerry against Tenure
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http://www.cnn.com/2004/EDUCATION/07/05/teacher.tenure.ap/index.htmlTeacher tenure under scrutiny
Monday, July 5, 2004 Posted: 7:49 AM EDT (1149 GMT)
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The decades-old tradition of tenure protects teachers, often frust...
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Jul 16, 2004
by First Ant at the Picnic
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daily rumor mill #54
(Preview)
1. Rumors are flying around everywhere about TH's departure (to somewhere). grapevine and gorod both indicate that "something seems to be going on," but neither has anything beyond that to report yet.
2. More and more merit raisees' names are slipping out. Everyone seems to be on pi...
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gurunuburg
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Jul 15, 2004
by truth4usm/AH
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daily rumor mill #55
(Preview)
1. HA is reporting that ticket sales are on pace with last year's record. We'll see. baller says expected attendance is another story. Seems football could turn into basketball (where many tickets don't get used). Word is that if the tax referendum fails and attendance d...
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gurunuburg
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Jul 15, 2004
by gurunuburg
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Faculty Senate Letter
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A letter from the president of FS.
July 14, 2004
Dear Faculty Senators,
This is an update on the faculty raises, and the efforts of the Executive Committee of the Faculty Senate regarding the raises. We have had
lots of meetings with administrators at various levels. We first met with...
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Otherside
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Teacher Pay
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http://clarionledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20040715/NEWS01/40...
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Angeline
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Polymer Science Ranking
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I have been trying to locate a source that provides rankings for Polymer Science programs with little success. I really want a national ranking -- it appears that there are relatively few such programs (compared to say English, Engineering, Law, etc.) Are we still ranked in the...
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ranker
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Computer Policy at Institution in Texas
(Preview)
Given the issues about computer policy at USM, the following may be of interest to you.
The text of the official University of North Texas (UNT) logon notice follows:
"Warning. This system is the property of the University of North Texas.
Your use of this university computing re...
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WHATAMESSATUSM
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Polymer High School
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SOUTHERN MISS PRESIDENT ASSISTS IN CREATING POLYMER SCIENCE PROGRAM AT MOSS POINT HIGH SCHOOL
HATTIESBURG -- Officials from the Moss Point School District met Tuesday with University of Southern Mississippi President Dr. Shelby Thames to discuss th...
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CBED problems
(Preview)
Just a few. The web in the CBED is down more than up, and remote access almost never works anymore. The college has never had a functional webpage. All of the chairs have taken the summer off.
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John Stossel
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I Just Saw...
(Preview)
while driving down Hardy St., I saw a bearded business professor washing HD's excursion.
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Harry Gilmer
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Jul 14, 2004
by Mr. Jones
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L & P: Time for an Email Privacy Policy
(Preview)
The Faculty Senate at USM has an opportunity to do something groundbreaking. It can put forward a strict policy on email privacy, under conditions that guarantee the maximum favorable publicity.
That's the topic of today's entry on Liberty and Power:
http://hnn.us/blogs/entries/608...
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Robert Campbell
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Jul 14, 2004
by truth4usm/AH
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last nite's news
(Preview)
i caught the tail end of a clip regarding on-campus housing. I believe they said that we have enough room for all and students need to hurry to secure their place.
correct me if i am wrong, but isn't it a little late in the year to still have room available?
i had a friend who last year had to move off camp...
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How are conditions on the Gulf Coast?
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To our colleagues on the coast: What's going on down there as far as administration and other conditions? How does the community take all the discord at USM?
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Interested
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Jul 13, 2004
by Interested Too
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daily rumor mill #53
(Preview)
1. Indications now are good that the merit raise information may not arrive until late Friday afternoon, if at all this week. The mill is now looking for an announcement for sometime next week. Thanks gorod.
2. There is some confirmation now that RG's crib is indeed for sale. What does this mean? We a...
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gurunuburg
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Hudson now 1 of 3 finalists at UHV
(Preview)
http://www.uhv.edu//oua/press/press_releases/july_9_04.htm
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Mediatracker
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Jul 13, 2004
by Salesperson
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