Economics professor shares insights with Oregonian readers
The Oregonian printed a guest column about barriers to college, written by Professor Jeffrey Summers.
February 29, 2012
Selliken to discuss parallels between birth and death
Jan Selliken, Linfield College associate professor of nursing, will present “Serving As Midwives to the Dying: Exploring the Parallels Between Birth and Death” on Wednesday, March 14, at 7 p.m. in 201 Riley Hall at Linfield.
Linfield talk to focus on improving cultural competence
An upcoming lecture on bias and racism will offer educators an opportunity for professional development. Jean Moule, Oregon State University professor emerita, will present “Understanding Unconscious Bias and Unintentional Racism” on Tuesday, March 13, at 6:15 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium located in Melrose Hall at Linfield College.
Nowacki to address Jordanian society
Dawn Nowacki, Linfield College professor of political science, will discuss the current politics, gender relations and unrest of Jordanian society during an upcoming lecture at Linfield.
Linfield to host discussion on the censorship of literature
Linfield College will host Reed College professor Pancho Savery for a discussion on the censorship of literature Tuesday, March 13, at 3:30 p.m. in 219 T.J. Day Hall.
February 27, 2012
Multicultural education professor takes students off the beaten path
Students in Professor Gennie Harris’ inquiry seminar got a bit of a surprise on a recent field trip. Read more in the student newspaper, the Linfield Review.
Linfield Gallery sponsors audience-inspired performances
Catch Friday night events associated with the “Church of Totem” exhibit, created by Linfield teacher and artist Totem. The EVENTS, held at 7 p.m., are free-form, collaborative gatherings that feature discussion, music and art.
February 24, 2012
Catch community radio interview with visiting journalist Leonard Pitts
If you missed Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist Leonard Pitts when he visited campus last week, you can catch him on KBOO Community Radio Friday, March 1, at 11:30 a.m.
National sustainability association recognizes Linfield College on homepage
This week the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) is featuring Linfield College on its homepage and in a national e-newsletter.
February 23, 2012
Linfield student presents oboe recital
Linfield College senior Amanda Summers will present a student recital Sunday, March 11, at 7 p.m. in the Delkin Recital Hall in the Vivian A. Bull Music Center at Linfield.
Foreign policy expert to speak of American military issues at Linfield
Foreign policy scholar Christopher Preble will present “Solving America’s Power Problem: Why a More Modest Foreign Policy and a Smaller Military Will Keep Us Safe and Free” on Thursday, March 15, at 3 p.m. in Riley 201 at Linfield.
February 22, 2012
Stanford professor to discuss impact of women’s suffrage
Grant Miller, assistant professor of medicine at the Stanford School of Medicine, will present “Women’s Suffrage, Political Responsiveness and Child Survival in American History,” on Thursday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Reading Room at Linfield College.
February 21, 2012
Linfield expert offers tips on how to find college scholarships
Millions of potential college students aren’t sure how to navigate the system of higher education, but it’s possible for anyone to go to college, says Michael Reyes, a multicultural program director at Linfield’s Portland Campus. Read more in El Hispanic News.
Greenlees to speak on cultural differences in business
Malcolm Greenlees, the Glenn L. and Helen S. Jackson professor of business, will present “Culture, Countries and Casinos” on Wednesday, Feb. 29, at 3 p.m. in Jonasson Hall at Linfield College.
February 20, 2012
Linfield Reports, 2/20/12
February 18, 2012
Need to find balance in living with wolves, says English prof in opinion column
Professor David Sumner advocated a balance between humans and wolves in an op-ed in the Statesman Journal.
February 16, 2012
Faculty recital to feature guitar and piano
The Linfield College Music Department will present a faculty recital featuring guitarist Pamela Goldsmith and guest pianist Rhonda Ringering Saturday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. in the Delkin Recital Hall in the Vivian A. Bull Music Center at Linfield.
February 15, 2012
Linfield Anthropology Museum work showcased in regional exhibit
Linfield students shine a light on female archaeologists who have contributed to the field. The Willamette Heritage Center exhibit is free for members of the Linfield community.
‘Miss Representation’ viewing to take place at Linfield
A screening of the film “Miss Representation” will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 6 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium at Linfield College. The viewing will be followed by a panel discussion.
Renowned ecologist to speak on climate change, future options
Richard H. Waring, distinguished emeritus professor of forest ecology at Oregon State University, will speak on the effects of climate change Wednesday, Feb. 29, at 7:30 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall at Linfield College.
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend to speak at Linfield College
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend will speak at Linfield College on Tuesday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall. The lecture is free and the public is welcome.
February 13, 2012
Romantic partners can actually change your personality, says psych professor
Being with a partner you trust has a maturing effect, says Linfield College psychology Professor Yanna Weisberg.
February 9, 2012
Talk examines Guatemalan housing assessment
Jeff Peterson, associate professor of sociology, will present “X-treme Housing Assessment in Guatemala” on Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 7 p.m. in 201 Riley Hall at Linfield College.
Political science prof weighs in on Proposition 8 in Oregonian guest column
Professor Nicholas Buccola says that California’s Proposition 8 ruling comes down to a question of morals.
February 6, 2012
Stegner, Lincoln focus of historian talks at Linfield
Noted historian Richard W. Etulain, the 2012 Linfield College Ericksen lecturer, will present two upcoming talks at Linfield College.
February 3, 2012
Linfield activists work to ban bottled water
Annika Yates’14 and Collin Morris ’13 recently produced “Tap That,” a documentary that advocates a ban on bottled water.
February 2, 2012
Linfield anthropology museum displays Arctic history
An exhibit featuring historical Arctic items, “Expressions of Arctic Traditions,” will kick off with an opening reception Thursday, Feb. 16, at noon in the foyer of Walker Hall at Linfield College.
Linfield Chamber Orchestra features celebrated organist
The Linfield Chamber Orchestra will feature celebrated organist Craig Cramer on Friday, Feb. 24, at 8 p.m. at Linfield College. He will present a pre-concert discussion at 7 p.m., and a reception will follow the concert. Linfield students are admitted free with student ID.
Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Leonard Pitts to speak at Linfield College
Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Leonard Pitts will present “Owning What You Know,” a lecture about “truthiness” in the media, Thursday, Feb. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall at Linfield College.