Mallory Johnston
Reporter
The W is looking for opinions about where it should be heading in the next five years.
The university is considering feedback from some of its most important people ─ faculty, staff, students, alumni and community leaders ─ as it examines the most important issues facing the school.
Joanna Frye
Managing Editor
Stark Recreation is offering CPR certification training for students and the community during the 2015-2016 academic year.
There are two sessions that will take place in the fall and spring semesters. The five-hour course is sponsored by the American Red Cross. The cost is $40 for a two-year certification.
Eric Wiggins
Reporter
A mathematics professor at The W has decided to share her martial arts knowledge with students.
On Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m. and Thursdays from 2-4 p.m., students can participate in the aikido club in Pohl gymnasium. Aikido is a Japanese martial art that focuses primarily on redirecting momentum into falls and rolls. Dr. Susan Ficken teaches intermediate algebra, pre-calculus and modern algebra. She has also been practicing aikido since 2006 and encourages everyone to try it at least once.
Liz Bosarge
Reporter
On Oct. 7, The W Staff Council hosted a meeting for all faculty and staff members to review campus emergency situations.
MUW Chief of Police Danny Patton spoke about several emergencies that could occur on campus, how to deal with each type of situation and what to do to help make campus safer.
Monica Kizer
Reporter
Mississippi University for Women's Counselling Center sponsored "Jeans 4 Justice" on Sept. 29 in front of the Hogarth dining area.
The purpose of this event was to spread awareness and empowerment to both women and men who have been affected by domestic and sexual violence. The event lasted from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Mallory Johnston
Reporter
In a fast-changing world, people can face the issue of not being accepted or appreciated for who they are or what they believe. This includes the group of individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning ─ also known as the LGBTQ+ community.
Across the nation, people of this community endure hardships and ridicule because of their identities and their life choices. However, at The W, those who identify within this community have a different story to tell.
Liz Bosarge
Reporter
The recent fatal shootings across America have brought campus security to the forefront of the minds of many students at The W.
Mississippi University for Women administrators, campus police department and local law enforcement continually train and make plans for all types of emergencies. Every situation is different, and practice drills give them an opportunity to learn from each other. Resources are combined, and each entity has a role and responsibility. Students are able to get involved, too.