VMI weighs privatization after ruling women admission
Virginia Military Institute faces a tight choice after the Supreme Court ruling. the board will consider privatization to avoid coed integration while weighing the cost of a private transition. A federal judge must approve any move, with faculty and alumni voices divided over funds and tradition.
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Washington and Lee University
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State Council of Higher Education
Second woman Citadel applicant plans alternate ahead
A second woman applicant, Kim Messer of Clover, will attend New Mexico Military Institute then transfer to The Citadel, delaying enrollment as the court ruling opened the door for women. Her family notes she plans to wait until finishing in New Mexico before joining the corps.
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Fort Knox
Supreme Court
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Virginia to Purchase Buffalo Mountain in Floyd County
Virginia will spend 2 million dollars to acquire a 1000 acre mountaintop in Floyd County, creating the Buffalo Mountain Natural Area Preserve. The 3971 foot summit offers 360 degree views and hosts 18 rare plant and animal species including gray's lily and a unique mealybug. Scientists call the prairie on a mountain ecosystem unique to Virginia.
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