The Very Rev. David M. O'Connell, C.M., reports on institutional advancement matters, lauds service and accomplishments by CUA students, staff and faculty, and reflects on the university's identity and mission. See story.
Pryz Opening Slated for March 10
The 127-room Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center opens for service on March 10, unveiling a state-of-the art building of steel, glass and concrete that Dean Gregory Hunt predicts "will quickly become the university's flagship." See story.
Psychology Professor:
Today's Teens Healthier
Than Their Parents Were
Despite the glut of media attention surrounding teen-age violence and drug use, Professor of Psychology James Youniss' research indicates that high school students are healthier than their parents were at that age, and they're more likely to volunteer in their communities. See Research.
About Inside CUA Online
Inside CUA Online is produced monthly by the Office of Public Affairs. Richard Wilkinson is managing editor; Nathan Bartel is editorial assistant. This issue was edited by Catherine Lee. Submit story ideas and information about recent publications, awards, media interviews or speaking engagements by contacting Richard Wilkinson at 202-319-6984 or wilkinson@cua.edu.
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Team Takes Questions on
Reform of Staff Salary Structure
A plan to develop a new staff salary structure with uniform job descriptions for like positions and possible salary ranges debuts at a recent CUA town hall meeting. See story.
Using CUA Skills, Senior
Starts Theater Company
With the help of a grant, Brian Weeks — actor, singer and veteran of children's theater — starts a traveling CUA troupe and takes it on the road to several D.C. area elementary schools. See People.
CUA's Legal Web Site
Breaks Ground, Earns Kudos
When slicing through the jungle of federal compliance regulations, colleges and universities have a powerful ally: CUA's Campus Legal Information Clearinghouse Web site, which has earned the praise and attention of higher learning institutions nationwide. See story.
Correction: In the early editions of the January-February Inside story on Dean Murry Sidlin, an individual was incorrectly identified in a photo caption. The individual with Dean Sidlin was Martin Goldsmith.
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