Declining revenues, soaring security costs challenge state
An already cloudy state budget picture grew gloomier this past week as revenue totals for September plummeted 13 percent and Acting Gov. Jane Swift said she will seek $26 million to address public safety needs after last month's terrorist attacks.

Marketing campaign takes wing at Bradley airport
Around 3 million travelers pass through Bradley International Airport every year, making the terminal an ideal venue for showcasing the region's business and hospitality resources.

New calendar portrays heritage trees on campus
Featuring 15 illustrations by local artists, a new calendar depicting some of the campus's heritage trees arrived on campus last week.

Hokkaido University salutes 125-year-old bonds with UMass
The legacy of William S. Clark, a pioneering force in the development of both the University of Massachusetts and Hokkaido University, will be celebrated Oct. 9-10 as representatives of both schools mark 125 years of cooperation and exchange programs.

Nolan returns to campus with Arizona State experience
As an American Council on Education (ACE) fellow last year, Linda Nolan studied distance education, the fine art of academic leadership, and the workings of another campus.

Marra studies UMass administration through Williams
Robin Marra hasn't had to travel far for his American Council on Education (ACE) Fellowship year.

Luippold on leave, O'Connor fills in
Leadership in Public Safety temporarily changes hands this month as director of Public Safety and chief of police Jack Luippold begins a six-month leave of absence.

Paper recycling simplified; put it all in one bin
Recycling paper on campus is getting easier this fall. Staff and faculty no longer need to decide which paper goes in the blue bins and which in the green.