Vol 95 Issue 18 - Published February 24, 2006
Archbishop Tutu to address class at Commencement
Human rights leader Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in the fight against apartheid in South Africa, is scheduled to speak at this year’s Commencement ceremony, the Office of University Relations announced today. He will share the stage with Chancellor and former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, who also will speak.

The 74-year-old cleric was born in the Transvaal region of South Af ...

Colonial Williamsburg to open new ‘Revolutionary City’ around Capitol
Colonial Williamsburg is planning to enrich its living history program with the debut March 20 of a dramatic re-enactment program about the American Revolution.

In response to years of declining levels of tourism, Colonial Williamsburg has d ... more
College increases focus on sciences
The College broke ground for the new Integrated Science Center two weeks ago, indicating a new level of commitment to the natural sciences. Bill Walker, associate vice president for student affairs, said that the College’s increased focus on science ... more

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