Butler University students who choose to go to law school may not be as common as those who go into other graduate programs. However, they tend to be highly successful. Twenty-two Butler students have submitted a total of 170 applications for law school as of press time. Pre-law adviser Jim McKneight said, in his experience,…
COB secretary retires after 24 years
Fun, helpful, student-oriented and conscientious are words colleagues have used to describe Judy Chapman, who will retire on Jan. 31 after 24 years at Butler. Chapman leaves behind many responsibilities in her current position as the secretary of undergraduate programs for the College of Business. During her time at Butler, she has worked on graduation…
GALA Europe 2013
This year’s Global Adventures in the Liberal Arts Europe program kicked off last Friday as 20 Butler students touched down in Barcelona, Spain. The GALA program is a semester-long study abroad opportunity available to students each spring. Participating students explore specific regions of the world together, trading the traditional classroom experience for a more hands-on,…
Morris prepares for university academic review
Kathryn Morris, provost and vice president for academic affairs, discussed Butler University’s academic mission at yesterday’s Faculty Senate meeting. Morris and Bruce Arick, vice president of finance and administration, have been developing a plan that will provide a total review of the university and its financial state. The report, titled “Cost of Education Model,” will…
BUPD reacts to possible gun laws
In the months following the Sandy Hook shootings, lawmakers have been looking for effective security measures to employ at campuses around the country. A bill proposed to the Indiana General Assembly would allow college students to carry concealed weapons. While the bill would not affect Butler because it is a private institution, the bill still…
Butler battles flu
Flu season is in its prime, and Butler Health Services wants students to be prepared and aware of symptoms to prevent an on-campus outbreak. On Jan. 15, a school-wide Butler student announcement was sent out via email with tips on how to stay healthy, prevent the flu and recognize symptoms of the virus. “I’ve actually…
Wilkey joins health clinic staff
Butler’s Health Services welcomes Vicki Wilkey as a nurse practitioner. Wilkey served as a clinical nurse practitioner at Indiana University’s medical center for 22 years before coming to Butler. Wilkey also coaches girls middle-school cross country and is a lifelong runner. She is married with two children. Julie Howerton, director of Health Services, said the…
Campus mourns loss of beloved professor
A kind, gentle spirit. An interesting and genuine person. A gifted teacher, writer and scholar. These are just a few of the positive phrases used to describe Butler professor Marshall Gregory. Gregory died of pancreatic cancer in Indianapolis on Dec. 30, 2012. He was 72 years old. He is survived by his wife, Valiska. The…
West, Smiley seek conversation
Professor Cornel West and media personality Tavis Smiley spoke to a crowd gathered at Clowes Memorial Hall last Friday as they lectured on their recently published book, “The Rich and the Rest of Us: A Poverty Manifesto.” Smiley, a native of Kokomo, Ind., and an Indiana University alumnus, is a host for the national talk…
BU students provide help for aphasia patients
Starting Feb. 14, Butler’s communication sciences and disorders department will host aphasia patients for treatment. Dr. Mary Gospel, senior clinical faculty in communications, has treated aphasia patients with Butler students in Carmel for years but has wanted to bring the treatment to Butler’s campus. “It’s a great opportunity for patients whose insurance has run out…