Ottawa University expands international programs and reach
OU extends influence beyond Ottawa with BA degrees in business administration offered in Hong Kong Singapore and four Malaysian sites. About 300 international students study there while Malaysia seniors wrap up in Ottawa. International programs enable faculty exchanges and bring cultural and educational impact to Ottawa and Franklin County.
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Ottawa University
Ottawa
Far East
Vernon Larson
Hong Kong
Singapore
Malaysia
Kansas City
Phoenix
Milwaukee
Franklin County
Governor urged to lead outraged response to church arson in Kansas
The Winfield Daily Courier calls on Gov Bill Graves to use his bully pulpit to rally Kansans after an arson at Holy Temple Church of God in Christ in the state's largest city. It urges calm law enforcement handling while demanding a strong public stand against hate and violence.
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Bill Graves
Holy Temple Church of God In Christ
Kansas
Graves
Winfield Daily Courier
Christmas Parade Brings Ottawa Together in 1996
Reader praises Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce for a Saturday of festive events. The parade lasted about an hour with bands including an Ottawa Middle School beginner group. Thanks go to the Church of the Brethren and local groups for spiritual notes, followed by plays that highlighted Christmas meaning and pioneer celebrations.
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Ottawa Area
Baby Jesus
Ottawa
Public plea for return of stolen holiday yard decorations
Harma McKenzie appeals for the return of hand painted Disney Christmas figures stolen from a yard on Dec 9. She notes years of family tradition, offers a reward, and asks recipients to consider returning the items or sharing their address for grandchildren to visit. She also reminds readers to remember Pearl Harbor Day and the USS Arizona Memorial.
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USS Arizona
Pearl Harbor
Harma McKenzie
S. Oak
Pro-choice stance on gay marriage and domestic abuse debate
Letter writer argues that legalizing same sex marriages will broaden social issues beyond union itself. He cites abuse among male couples, cites a book on batterers, and defends a pro-choice view that individuals can tolerate or leave abusive relationships. He mocks police response and advocates personal responsibility.
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John
Joe
Linda
Sally
John Olson
Milwaukee
David Island
Patrick Letellier
Telling truth from an error in journalism and opinion
The piece discusses distinguishing facts from reports and opinions. It cites Sen. S I Hayakawa and explains how facts are verifiable while opinions are subjective. It warns readers to prioritize factual accuracy over partisan or rhetorical language and to scrutinize the criteria behind judgments.
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Sen. S.I. Hayakawa
California
Hayakawa
Joe Smith
City Hall
Maple and
Main Street
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