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Dorothy Andrews, a SGA senator representing Cannon Hall, makes a point during debate of an anti-tuition increase proposal resolution the body later passed unanimously. During her statement, Andrews questioned what she should tell staff members who work in her residence hall in regards to their salaries.


Nate Grubbs - The Appalachian

The Living Learning Center will house 312 students once the facility is complete. Officials hope to have the building open next fall.

‘Plan B’ in place if center is delayed

Kristina Egger - Staff Writer

Students assigned to the Living Learning Center will be temporarily housed in Doughton Residence Hall if the facility fails to open by the beginning of the 2002-2003 academic year, said Peter Vandenberg, assistant director of Housing Operations.

Special Report: Proposed Tuition Increase
Faculty Senate withholds endorsement;
trustees may vote on proposal Friday


Pointed rhetoric, heated debate dominate meeting

Sean Oakley - Staff Writer

Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs Jane Helm criticized Faculty Senate’s lack of support for a proposed $150 tuition increase that would benefit State Personnel Act employees.

SGA Beat
Senate passes anti-increase bill as BOT vote looms

John T. Bennett - Editor-in-Chief

The Student Government Association Senate Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution calling for the retraction of an administration proposal that would increase tuition to a level 71.4 percent higher than the fall 2000 mark.


Academic affairs beat
Officials Mull Shorter Semesters

Chris Bohle - Staff Writer

The University of North Carolina Board of Governors approved a shorter semester policy for all 16 system campuses Friday, a move Appalachian State University administrators say they would like to implement as soon as possible.


Business Affairs Beat
Wey Hall, other projects remain at standstill

Carrie Baker - Staff Writer

The repair and renovation budget at Appalachian State University has been frozen due to North Carolina’s ongoing economic woes, said Clyde Robbins, director of Design and Construction.


police beat
Internship provides glimpse of reality

Becky DiVerniero - Staff Writer

As competition in the job market increases, students are realizing the importance of signing up for tougher classes and gaining experience before graduation.



 


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