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Philosopher, writer will give 2 lectures in Salem
Kathleen Dean Moore, distinguished professor of philosophy and university writer laureate at Oregon State University, will give two talks at Willamette University this week.
Some residents want access to university's footbridge
Lois Stark has revived community interest in public access to the pedestrian bridge across 12th Street SE.
Bush's Pasture Park's leaf lady
For the past six years, Sofia Schwarz has helped keep one of Salem's gems shining.
2009 Willamette Securities Regulation Conference is Friday
Willamette University will host a conference Friday, Nov. 6, where U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission officials will speak about recent developments in securities regulation.
Federal SEC officials to speak at Willamette University conference in Portland
Willamette University will host a conference Friday, Nov. 6, where U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission officials will speak about recent developments in securities regulation.
Bestselling author to visit Willamette University on Thursday
Jeff VanderMeer must pack more into 24 hours than most people do. The Tallahassee, Fla., author has written 13 books, including the best-selling 'City of Saints & Madmen.' He has edited or co-edited a dozen anthologies and contributed articles to the New York Times Book Review, Washington Post Book World and the Amazon blog Omnivoracious, among ...
Asia's Best Young Entrepreneur 2009: The Winner
Our reader's choice is a good example of the global scope of some Asian startups: Carlos Moncayo, 28, grew up in Ecuador, went to law school in the U.S., and studied Mandarin in China before starting his company.
Wind turbine generates interest at Willamette University
Atop the E.S. Collins Science Center at Willamette University is evidence of the next do-it-yourself boom.
Salem's chicken ban faces debate
A ban against chickens in residential zones has ruffled some feathers with a determined group of Salem city dwellers.
Willamette should open gate to pedestrian bridge
I applaud Willamette University on its successful fundraising campaign. It seems the university is able to raise money even in the worst of times.
Reader thankful for partnership that brings great music to town
Thank you Statesman Journal, Willamette University and community businesses such as Morrow Equipment Co.
Expert to talk on Oregon-Oaxaca connection, migration, at Willamette University
Cristina Lopez, coordinator of the Los Angeles-based Binational Front of Indigenous Organizations will speak at Willamette University on Thursday, Oct.29. Lopez's talk will focus on the connection between Oregon and the Mexican state of Oaxaca, the Impact of immigration on families, and migration patterns from Mexico to the United States, including ...
Poulsbo Mayor Candidates Share a Vision, but Have Philosophical Differences
North Kitsap YAHOO! By Brynn Grimley Monday, October 19, 2009 Please download the latest version of Adobe Flash Player , or enable JavaScript for your browser to view the video player.
School uses dinner as learning opportunity
The line for dinner didn't let up for more than an hour earlier this month as students, parents and staffers celebrated the new school year at McKinley Elementary School with a meal together.
Governor to welcome labor rights leader Dolores Huerta to Salem
Gov. Ted Kulongoski will introduce and welcome labor rights leader Dolores Huerta to Salem during the 20th annual Salem Peace Lecture at Willamette University on Wednesday, Oct.
Intelligence of crows, kin shared in club meeting
The intelligence of crows and their kin is the topic at the chapter meeting Oct.
'Illegal alien' Halloween masks pulled from shelves
A Halloween mask picturing a little green man with a bushy mustache sold as an "Illegal alien" is sparking outrage among some Willamette University students, and stores that carry the mask in Oregon are pulling it from the shelf.
Salem lecture's topics are global and far-reaching
Behzod Sirjani had waited patiently for his turn to ask a question. When he finally got the chance, he didn't mince words.
Students: Halloween masks are racist
A Halloween mask is sparking outrage among some Willamette University students. The students say they first saw a mask they say is depicting an illegal immigrant.
Dumb 101: Surveillance camera thief caught in the act - by another camera
Police are looking for a man who stole a surveillance camera while being filmed by another surveillance camera right next to the one that was stolen.
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