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Berea College in Kentucky is attracting attention for seeming to do it all. It accepts only low-income students who pay no tuition and earn their keep by building furniture and growing vegetables. (Forbes)
At Berea College, 'the best education money can't buy,' sets an example Jul 22, 2008
At Berea College, 'the best education money can't buy,' sets an example - International Herald Tribune. At Berea College, in Kentucky, the Ecovillage houses one-parent families ... At Berea College, 'the best education money can't buy,' sets an example. (International Herald Tribune)
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Act fast on discount southern hotel deals Jun 7, 2008
from $160 per room per nightThe includes two nights at the , continental breakfast daily, dinner for two at the hotelnoted for its spoon breada historical tour guided by a Berea College student, and a Boone Tavern souvenir ... The 58 rooms are furnished with handcrafted furniture made by Berea College Student Crafts. (MSNBC -- Travel)
The last class Jun 1, 2008
who will attend Berea College this fall, told her classmates. "For by doing so, the light of Mount de Chantal will never truly die but rather illuminate the world through all the lives she has so duly touched.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
From coal to diamond: GC success story May 23, 2008
Joey plans to attend Berea College in the fall and study something in the sports medicine field such as physical therapy and possibly coaching ... He lives with his aunt and uncle in Gordon County and will attend Berea College in Kentucky on an academic scholarship ... I checked into them (Berea College) and they looked nice. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Teen finds outlet in poetry May 6, 2008
Though poetry will always be a part of her life, she says, she plans on studying women's studies at Berea College in Berea, Ky. starting in the fall. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Your Opinion Apr 8, 2008
Signatories already include the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Sweet Briar College, Lynchburg College, the University of Florida, University of Central Florida, Berea College, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. None of these actions alone will reverse global warming, but in lieu of prompt federal action, they are a positive start in a region that until now was not in the forefront of change. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
The tuition game Mar 26, 2008
Kentucky's Berea College (which, incidentally, , despite a than any Ivy's) asks all students to work 10 hours weekly. As a result, kids "feel a sense of ownership in the institution's future," says President Larry Shinn. (Yahoo News)
Dating: Like father, like son? Jan 29, 2008
He began high school at the age of 20 and then proceeded to study at Berea College, the University of Chicago, the Sorbonne, and Harvard University, where he earned a Ph. D. in 1912. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Travel briefs Jan 6, 2008
Boone Tavern, owned by Berea College, is a National Historic Landmark and is one of the Historic Hotels of America. The tavern celebrates its hundredth anniversary in 2009. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Private Colleges Innovate to Combat Sticker Shock Dec 15, 2007
Berea College, a "work college" in Kentucky, for instance, hasn't charged tuition since 1892. NAICU's web site ) gives succinct institutional examples organized by type of strategy. (PR Newswire)
Bronze casting of girl taken from Berea park Dec 7, 2007
Berea College gave the statues to the city to commemorate the school's 150th anniversary. They were unveiled in June. (WKRC.com, OH)
Pssst! Wanna Go to College for Free? Nov 17, 2007
A handful the College of the Ozarks or Berea College in Kentucky have mandatory work-study programs. Perhaps the most well-known of them is the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y., which offers free college tuition in exchange for five years of service after graduation. (BusinessWeek)
What some schools are doing Nov 5, 2007
Winthrop University and Berea College, which have notable percentages of students participating in culturally enriching activities, both make it a requirement. Winthrop, a medium-sized public university in Rock Hill, S.C., requires undergraduates to attend three cultural activities for every 20 hours of completed coursework. (USA Today)
Participating colleges Nov 5, 2007
Schools taking part in NSSE - USATODAY.com. Take the first step towards finding a better job. (USA Today)
Complete Story Oct 13, 2007
Another notable Barton success was a 100 percent response rate from a 1925 donation letter mailed to 24 rich men asking for 1,000 each on behalf of students at tiny Berea College. One thing on which Barton was clear on: individuals, businesses, communities and institutions are forever in motion either forward or backward. (Bradstown Kentucky Standard, KY)
Cross Country Teams Prepare For First Road Trip Of The Fall Sep 27, 2007
Bowling Green State University, Official Athletic Site, Cross Country. Despite having to drop out of the Mel Brodt Invitational from injury, sophomore Eddie Kipchoge is ready to go against the highly ranked national competition he'll face in Louisville. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Games v. Grades Sep 25, 2007
Stinebrickner and his father, Ralph Stinebrickner, a professor of mathematics and computer science at Berea College in Kentucky, recently conducted a study that was part of a larger survey project about how college students use their time and the implications of that time use. "We were really interested in the college dropout decision," Stinebrickner said. (Daily Orange, NY)
Video games can shoot holes in GPA Sep 19, 2007
The study's authors, Todd Stinebrickner, an associate professor of economics at the University of Western Ontario, and his father, Ralph Stinebrickner, a professor of mathematics and computer science at Berea College in Kentucky, were not trying to prove anything about video games. The study sought to determine how much of an effect study efforts have on grades. (USA Today -- Tech)
W. Va. University Ranked Top Party School Aug 22, 2007
University Ranked Top Party School. Aug 21, 2007 9:00 am US/Mountain. (CBS 4, CO)
Top 20 "Stone cold sober" schools Aug 22, 2007
Autos HomeCenter Zero In On Your Next Home Free Classifieds. Top 20 "Stone Cold Sober" Schools. (WWLTV.com, LA)
West Virginia University regains ranking as nation's No. 1 party school Aug 21, 2007
North County Times - North San Diego and Southwest Riverside County News. Editions of the North County Times Serving San Diego and Riverside Counties. (North County Times)
W. Virginia top party school, U of I No. 16 Aug 21, 2007
Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. Monday, August 20, 2007 6:02 PM CDT. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Top party and 'stone cold sober' schools, according to The Princeton Review Aug 21, 2007
Tuesday 21 August, 2007. Top 20 Party Schools. (NEPA News, PA)
Bob recalls family and day’s past Aug 9, 2007
My mother went to school at Berea College Academy. I ve mentioned it before. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Local schools and OSU recognize student achievement Jul 13, 2007
She later transferred to Berea College in Kentucky to complete her bachelor's degree in English. Linda and her 4-year-old daughter, Ariana, will be moving to Arizona in July to teach fourth grade at Indian Wells Elementary School, which is located on the largest Indian reservation in the United States, Navajo Nation. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Timeless Techniques Jul 11, 2007
He was taught the skill as a child by his great aunt, then learned more while attending Berea College. He uses wire and twine to tie bristles of broom corn to a stick. (Galax Gazette, VA)
O'Hanlon Selected as a Court Coach For 2007 USA Basketball Pan American Games Trials Jun 7, 2007
Prior to Embry-Riddle, Ridder was an athlete and assistant coach at Berea College (Ky ... In 1996, he returned to his alma mater to receive the Berea College "Distinguished Young Alumnus Award.". (Goleopards.com)
BOYS' PREP TENNIS: Central Hardin's Blevins, Thomas advance to second round May 27, 2007
Central Hardin singles players Jacob Blevins (junior) and Zach Thomas (sophomore) made history for the Bruins during the state tournament at Berea College when they each claimed first-round victories before falling to seeded opponents in second-round matches later in the day. It was a good day for the Central program, first-year Bruins coach Jeff Crady said. (News Enterprise Online)
May 16-31, 2007 Obituaries May 23, 2007
She prepared to be in the Nurse s Cadet Unit in World War II, received her bachelor s degree from Berea College, graduated from Baroness Erlanger School of Nursing and held her Registered Nursing licenses in Tennessee and Georgia. She played a founding role at Tri-County Hospital as the RN supervisor in the nursery. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Naomi Tutu, Human Rights Activist, Daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Tells Bentley College Graduates that the 'Self-Made Person' is a Myth May 20, 2007
" Karter was awarded an honorary doctor of commercial science degree during the graduate ceremony. Additional information is available online at: About the Graduates At the undergraduate ceremony, 1,068 Bachelor of Science degrees, 23 Bachelor of Arts degrees, 1 Associate in Science degree and 4 certificates were granted to 1,096 students from 32 states and territories and 40 countries. At the McCallum Graduate School of Business ceremony, 289 Master of Science degrees, 211 Master of Business... (PR Newswire)
WHS remembers fallen teammate May 3, 2007
Collins was a former baseball player for the Williamstown Demons and a 2003 graduate, who attracted the attention of Berea College before opting to attend Northern Kentucky University. During Friday's service, Neace was presented a sign that will honor Collins' memory at the Williamstown baseball field. (Williamstown Grant County News, KY)
More of this story Apr 29, 2007
Collins began playing baseball at a young age before earning a spot on the Williamstown team, where he played for Matt Turner, Marlon Gregg and T.J. West en route to earning the attention of Berea College. Collins attended Northern Kentucky University before entering the wielding business. (Williamstown Grant County News, KY)
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0 5 33 Rayford, Brandon Berea College 10 ... 5 6 56 Citizen, Nicholas Berea College 10 ... 5 2 41 Rayford, Brandon Berea College 22. (Slubillikens.com)
Timber thieves prey on rural, tree-rich land Apr 6, 2007
The Cornetts want to turn their land into a conservation area and donate it to Berea College. "We lost a 42-inch red oak that was here since this country was formed," Nina Cornett said. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
CBS 2 & WCBSTV.Com Observe Black History Month Feb 20, 2007
Later he received his Bachelor of Literature degree from Berea College in Kentucky, his M.A. from the University of Chicago, and in 1912, a Ph. D. in history from Harvard University. (CBS New York, NY)
Black History Month: Sheila Thomas Feb 5, 2007
With the aide of tips, she saved up enough money to attend Berea College. She would be the first in her family to attend college. (Campbellsille Central Kentucky News Journal, KY)
College basketball Jan 24, 2007
Indiana SE 82, Berea College 78: Craig Bryant earned a double-double with 27 points and 11 rebounds, leading the Grenadiers. Guard Melvin Brown led host Berea with 25 points. (Kentucky.com, KY -- Sports)
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He has taught English, Writing and Film History at a number of colleges and universities, including Berea College and Tulane University. "It's really, really neat to see somebody of Tom's caliber producing something like this," Gray said. (Shelbyille Sentinel-News, KY)
First ever festival celebrates contributions of African-Americans Jan 18, 2007
Davis is a graduate of Berea College and the University of Kentucky College of Law. He serves on the Federal Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee, and he was elected vice-chairman of the committee in 2004. (Lebanon Enterprise, KY)
Giving back inspires an artist Jan 8, 2007
Art seemed a passing fancy, however, after he enrolled in Berea College in Kentucky. Spruill studied business and hotel management, then landed a job with Sheraton Hotels and later Hyatt, which moved him to Central Florida in 1986. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
Appalachian author Wilma Dykeman remembered Dec 30, 2006
Among those attending the service were representatives of Berea College in Kentucky, where she once taught and was a trustee; the Great Smoky Mountains National Park; the University of North Carolina at Asheville, and the University of Tennessee. She was to be buried later Friday at Beaverdam Baptist Church Cemetery in Asheville. (Herald Sun)
Campus 'sustainability' Dec 22, 2006
At Berea College in Kentucky, sewage from an "Ecovillage" is treated in a series of tanks filled with plants and fish. The University of California at San Diego has identified campus rooftops where it can install 500 kilowatts of solar panels, which equals the power needed for 325 homes. (USA Today -- News)
Support to add sexual orientation to MSU's anti-discrimination policy sought Oct 13, 2006
The University of Kentucky and University of Louisville, as well as private institutions such as Bellarmine University, Berea College, Centre College and Spalding University, also include sexual orientation in the list against employee discrimination. And Cofer rattled off other universities that have such a policy including Indiana State University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro and Wright State; MSU's neighbor Southern Illinois University in Carbondale; and all eight of the Ivy... (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Falcons Travel to Creighton This Saturday Sep 21, 2006
Creighton is coached by Bob Warming (Berea College, 1975), who is in his 11th season with the Bluejays. He is 146-49-21 at Creighton and 340-165-51 in his 29-year career. (Airforcesports.com)
Better Yet, No Tuition Sep 16, 2006
Some colleges, like Cooper Union, Berea College, and the Curtis Institute of Music, are free for anyone who can get in. Going to college tuition free is an increasingly attractive option for students who don't want to begin their working lives owing money on loans. (CBS News -- US)
Man spent 50 years improving namesake tomato Sep 15, 2006
Watts got seeds for what would eventually become his tomato in the spring of 1956, when he was associate dean of labor at Berea College. The seeds came from a man named Wilson Evans. (AZCentral -- Home)
Bringing nature indoors Aug 24, 2006
Louisville has none, and Kentucky currently has only one certified building -- Lincoln Hall, which is the administration building for Berea College. That building also is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Ready to hit books, Riley opts to hit road Aug 23, 2006
He graduated from Berea College, in Kentucky, with a major in communications and marketing and set off to Colorado to open his own marketing business. It was successful, but Mr. Riley was not comfortable with the ethical dilemmas inherent in the business and the attendant compromises. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Garry Abrams, 58; Columnist for L.A. Daily Journal, Former Times Reporter Aug 9, 2006
At Berea College, he was removed as editor of the school paper for being too vocal in his opposition to the Vietnam War. Abrams, who was politically active, worked with groups urging civil rights for all and those protesting strip mining in the Appalachian Mountains. (Los Angeles Times)
In the spotlight Jul 22, 2006
Offered full scholarship for soccer to Berea College, a West Virginia Promise Scholarship and a $60,000 medalist of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. son of David H. and Maryrita Miller of Dunbar. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Ten treasures of eastern Kentucky Jul 15, 2006
Whether you purchase high-end artwork at individual shops, the historic Berea College or the new state-of-the-art Kentucky Artisan Center, you will come away with quality merchandise produced by true artisans ... Here you can be a vital part of an ongoing tradition if you stay at historic Boone Tavern Inn, operated by the students of Berea College, dedicated to the equal education of all, including women and blacks, since 1855 ... Today, Berea College carries on the tradition, offering a free... (Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star, VA)
Chemical weapons disposal drawn-out Jul 8, 2006
Two mathematics professors at Berea College, a liberal-arts school near one of the planned disposal facilities, constructed a computer model 10 years ago to determine how dioxins released from the proposed incinerator would affect families in the area. Jan Pearce and James Blackburn-Lynch determined that when it rained, subsistence farmers living near the incinerator would accumulate dioxins in their fatty tissues that would exceed the federal legal limit. (Deseret News)
MEN | It's a glorious fourth win for Mutuse Jul 6, 2006
The 17-year-old, who plans to run at Berea College next year, said setting a solid pace was key in the heat. "I went out a little slower this year," he said. (Kentucky.com, KY -- Sports)
Smallest W.Va. school produces two graduates Jun 11, 2006
Undecided on such institutions as Washington and Lee University, Randolph-Macon Woman's College, or West Virginia Wesleyan, where she received multiple scholarships, Biggs made the choice to attend Berea College in Berea, Ky. Biggs took to heart what Senator Clark S. Barnes of the 15th District stated as guest graduation speaker. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Boys, girls pairings May 27, 2006
Girls: Berea College, May 25; UK Boone/Downing Tennis Complex, May 26-27. BOYS. (Kentucky.com, KY -- Sports)
Read the full story... May 1, 2006
" Since then, they've managed to continue the pattern.Also planned is fly-fishing with his brother Michael, a professor at Berea College in Kentucky, who is on sabbatical. In addition he has scheduled a trip to Civil War battlefields.Panciera's wife Elizabeth, a teacher at Wheeler High School where she has taught Latin and English for 21 years is not retiring, but the couple is looking forward to the birth of another grandchild.Their son Matthew is the father of two daughters, Isabel and... (Westerly Sun, RI)
NCCU grad student plans thesis on Durham Committee Jan 14, 2006
He lived from 1875 to 1950 and was educated at Berea College in Kentucky and obtained advanced degrees at the Sorbonne in Paris, the University of Chicago and Harvard University. He founded the Association for the Study of African American Life and History in 1915 and began promoting a black history week in the mid-1920s. (Herald Sun)
