Opinion from April 30, 2009

Jim Ludlow

Student voices unsolicited

Dianne Lynch’s announcement that she will be leaving her position as dean of the Roy H. Park School to take over as president of Stephens College shocked students, faculty and staff of the Park School last week. In the aftermath of her decision, the administration is left with the nearly impossible task of filling her very big, red shoes. And, they must do this before her contract runs out June 1.

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Editorial

In light of the current economic downturn, some institutions of higher education have begun giving preference to applicants who can foot the entire tuition bill without financial aid. It is reassuring to know that Ithaca College is not one of those schools compromising its standards for the sake of easy tuition dollars. Read »

Guest Commentary

I would like to thank The Ithacan for allowing me to reflect upon my four years as dean of the School of Business. I will fondly remember my time here ­— from the stress of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business site visit during my first few months to the thrill of being an integral part of the building project and the capital campaign. Add to that the challenge of redesigning our business core curriculum, and it has been the most exhausting yet exhilarating four years of my life. There were celebrations as well as difficult days and tough decisions. Read »

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