Author Archives: Sophie Gould

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New administrative software system chosen
By Sophie Gould March 28, 2013 • 0
After using the same administrative software system for over a decade, Yale has begun the process of moving to a new, updated system.
Workplace survey
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Workplace morale slow to recover
By Sophie Gould and Julia Zorthian March 27, 2013 • 0
The results of the 2012 workplace survey for Yale employees show that worker morale has not fully rebounded from its decline during the financial downturn.
Suntech
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Green Expectations: Yale’s energy investments struggle
By Sophie Gould March 26, 2013 • 0
At least two of the four energy companies profiled in Yale’s 2009 annual investment report are facing setbacks.
Frank Ruddle
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Genetics ‘pioneer’ remembered for genome mapping contributions
By Sophie Gould March 16, 2013 • 0
Frank Ruddle, a trailblazer in genetic research, died Sunday at Yale-New Haven Hospital.
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Academic review to shape faculty size
By Sophie Gould March 8, 2013 • 0
An academic review committee is homing in on possible ways for the University to allocate teaching positions across departments.
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With Gibbons at the helm, library makes strides
By Sophie Gould March 6, 2013 • 0
Yale’s libraries amassed new physical and digital holdings and expanded their influence on academia during the 2011–’12 academic year.
Sequester
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Yale braces for federal cuts
By Sophie Gould and Julia Zorthian March 5, 2013 • 0
University officers are devising a plan in response to expected reductions in federal research funding and government financial aid for students.
Prizes
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$150,000 prizes awarded to nine writers
By Sophie Gould March 5, 2013 • 0
President-elect Peter Salovey announced the nine winners of a new prestigious global literary prize on Monday morning.
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Nursing School pioneer dies at 74
By Sophie Gould and Kamil Sadik February 27, 2013 • 0
Donna Diers, a champion of nursing research and former dean of the Yale School of Nursing, died of cancer on Saturday. She was 74.
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Years later, prize reductions remain in place
By Sophie Gould February 26, 2013 • 0
Ever since tight finances prompted administrators to cut back on academic prizes in 2010, Yale has discouraged the creation of new prizes.
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Departmental budgets remain tight
By Sophie Gould February 20, 2013 • 0
Facing a projected $40-million budget deficit for the coming academic year, faculty and administrators continue to deliberate about how to close the gap.
Construction on Hendrie Hall will begin in May 2014. Renovations will include new practice rooms and a student lounge.
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Hendrie to see 2014 renovation
By Sophie Gould and Sarah Swong February 18, 2013 • 0
Four years after the onset of the recession prompted Yale to halt plans for the renovation of Hendrie Hall, administrators said they hope construction will begin in May 2014.