President’s Pen (page 2)
Appointment of the New Humanities Institute Director
I am delighted to announce that Cándida F. Jáquez, Associate Professor of Music, will be the Director of the Humanities Institute for a three-year period, beginning July 1, 2011. An interdisciplinary approach to the humanities has long informed Professor Jáquez’s research, teaching, and performance, in addition to her intellectual and professional commitments.
Read MoreA Death in the Family: Former Board of Trustee Chair Jim Weinberg
With heavy heart, I share the news that Sidney J. (Jim) Weinberg, Jr., former chairman of the Scripps College Board of Trustees, beloved friend of the College, and senior director of the Goldman Sachs Group, died on Monday afternoon, October 4, of prostate cancer in Marion, Massachusetts. He was 87.
Read MoreScripps College Mid-Summer Update
Our collective vision is to continue our forward momentum. There is much work to be done. However, the tremendous positive energy among all members of the campus constituencies only increases my anticipation of success for the coming years.
Read MoreCultivating the Genius of Women
“Genius is cultivated every day at Scripps. And, as we prepare women leaders, we are constantly aware that access and opportunity to a Scripps education must be financially preserved to enable the most talented students to accept our invitation to study at Scripps College.”
Read MoreCommunity Update: March 22
Scripps is in a very strong position as we move forward, with increasing recognition of our academic excellence; financial stability; and an energized, positive community eager to support our success.
Read MoreOn the Rededication of Sicilian Court
Scripps College has a magic about it. In the words of our founder, Ellen Browning Scripps, the beauty and refinement of this campus was something she hoped would “seep into the consciousness” of our students.
Read MoreHoliday Wishes from President Bettison-Varga
I am thankful for the many blessings and gifts we all enjoy as a part of the Scripps community. Thank you for everything you do to support the excellence of Scripps College.
Read MoreScripps College to Participate in Federal Direct Lending
After significant research and evaluation, the College has decided to participate exclusively in the Federal Direct Loan program beginning with the 2010-11 academic year. This means that all Scripps families will apply for their education loans through the Federal government rather than a commercial lender.
Read MoreThe Genius of Women
Never before in our lifetimes has the genius of women been more important, more needed in the world, and so distinctly what Scripps College is all about.
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