Thursday, November 26, 2009

University of Connecticut

Students Suffer Abusive Restraint, GAO Says

Struggling to control special-needs students sometimes leads teachers to use risky techniques. more >>

Michigan State Vs. UConn: 4 Facts About Each School

Before they meet in Detroit for the Final Four, here's how they match up on campus life. more >>

UConn Tutoring Hit Twice by Budget Cuts

Two study centers face budget cuts while facing more students looking for help. more >>

A History of Controversial Campus Speakers

Controversial campus speakers have been strongly protested with everything from petitions to pies. more >>

Trail Mix

Lethal Weapon star Danny Glover followed through on his ultimatum to not speak at the UC-Berkeley commencement unless the school resolved its wage dispute with its custodial workers, the Daily Californian reports. University Chancellor Robert Birgeneau spoke instead, while protesters picketed outside the ceremony. more >>

College Grads Can Get Manufacturing Jobs, Survey Says

College graduates' employment outlook is good--especially if you're a computer science, engineering, or business major, a Michigan State survey of over 800 companies found. Manufacturing jobs hold particularly good opportunities, thanks to an aging labor force. more >>

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