This year, classes started later than usual on Aug. 28 and winter break is a full week shorter. Last year, classes started Aug. 22 and the year before that, Aug. 23. Winter break was four weeks for both previous academic years.
New Butler University Lacy School of Business building opens for the 2019-20 academic year
The new business building features five floors of classrooms and study spaces, a roof-top deck and a cafe.
College of Education receives 1.25 million dollars for scholarships
Given by a former Bulldog, this money will help undergraduate students in the COE.
Lacy School of Business building update
Lacy School of Business construction is to continue into the year 2019. Students and faculty are excited to see the finished project and believe it will bring good things to Butler’s campus.
College of Education moves to Butler’s new South Campus
Butler updates education classrooms and creates opportunities for students.
Three prominent staff members on campus no longer employed by Butler
Anne Flaherty, Doug Howell and Karla Cunningham are no longer employed at Butler University, according to an email sent to Resident Assistants this evening.
Donald Trump course at Butler reveals no process, forces university to take precautions
Trumpism & US Democracy, a communication based class, proved to Butler University that there was no process in place to get special topics courses approved. The aftermath of that led to the university requesting police security, hiring an issues management firm and implementing a new curriculum approval process for special topics courses.
College of Communication terminates all ties with Triton Brewing Co.
Butler University recently ended its relationship with Triton Brewing Company due to an incident with a student intern. The company is no longer allowed to post opportunities on Handshake. CCOM internship director discusses what the process looks like when a student comes forward about an uncomfortable situation at their internship.
Studies show students stress more during finals week
College students feel the stress of the semester increasing as finals week approaches. Several outlets, including challenges held by PAWS and HRC resources, can help students cope with stress.
“Dawgs Gotta Eat” these family recipes
Students sell “Dawgs Gotta Eat” cookbook full of Butler community recipes for a class project. All funds go toward Riley Hospital for Children.