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Dallas mayor, leaders meet at SMU to discuss education May 7

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings will join North Texas leaders in a public discussion on the community’s ethical role in supporting public education Monday, May 7, 2012 at SMU. As Mike Miles prepares to take over as DISD superintendent, “From Your … Continue reading →

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Economic impact report shows SMU’s influence in DFW region

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

To commemorate the anniversary of its founding 100 years ago with the support of Dallas, SMU has prepared a report detailing the impact of the University on the city as a return on investment. Titled “Dallas and SMU: The Power … Continue reading →

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Living Village is showpiece of 2012 Engineering and Humanity Week

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

The Living Village is back for its second year at SMU, serving as an interactive display and teaching tool for 2012 Engineering & Humanity Week. Through Friday, April 20, students will live, cook and sleep in temporary shelters designed for international … Continue reading →

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SMU’s 9th annual Relay For Life scheduled for April 13-14, 2012

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

More than 2,000 SMU community members will walk all night to raise money and awareness for cancer research during the University’s 9th annual Relay For Life cancer fundraiser. The 2012 event takes place from 5 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Saturday, … Continue reading →

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Meadows at the Meyerson 2012 honors Gloria and Jack Hammack

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

SMU’s Meadows School of the Arts will present its 19th annual benefit concert, “The 2012 Meadows at the Meyerson,” at 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, in the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center at 2301 Flora Street in Dallas. Held each spring, … Continue reading →

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SMU libraries plan 5th annual CUL Cookout for April 10-11, 2012

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

Celebrate National Library Week with SMU’s Central University Libraries and Office of Information Technology as they serve snacks and share information at the 2012 CUL Cookout April 12-13, 2012. Hot dogs and other goodies will be served 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. while supplies last. CUL organizes the annual event to spread … Continue reading →

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Calatrava celebration continues with Meadows Museum exhibition

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

Santiago Calatrava and his family received a warm welcome when they visited SMU’s Meadows Museum Saturday, March 3, after taking part in opening ceremonies for Dallas’ Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge. Calatrava, his wife, Tina, and son, Michael, joined other Meadows … Continue reading →

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As Dallas opens new bridge, SMU helps lead Calatrava celebration

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

SMU’s Meadows Museum, home to the first large-scale Santiago Calatrava sculpture to be permanently installed in the United States, is joining the city-wide celebration honoring the dedication of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge designed by the Spanish architect. The Meadows will host … Continue reading →

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SMU staff member talks fitness with First Lady Michelle Obama

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

Bicycling has its benefits, but this one’s a rarity: Having First Lady Michelle Obama invite you to lunch to talk about it. That’s what happened to SMU’s Andrea Roberts, events coordinator for Development and Alumni Affairs Reunion Programs. She and … Continue reading →

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Meadows School of the Arts receives 2012 Grace Note Award

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Kathleen Tibbetts

SMU’s Meadows School of the Arts received one of four Grace Note Awards from the New Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving during their “Sundays at the Symphony” concert Feb. 19, 2012. The awards honored four North Texas schools that are receiving … Continue reading →

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