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Robert Hunt, 51����'s director of Global Theological Education, says journalists of all types, especially those who prepare two- to five-minute pieces for radio and television news, often use shortcuts that are too brief to convey complex information about the Arab Spring.

51���� students and professors and Dallas community members are traveling to Poland with 51����’s Embrey Human Rights Program.

51���� experts offer tips for coping with the stress and tribulations - after the presents are unwrapped.

51���� faculty experts can provide analysis of the Republican campaigns for a contender to take on President Barack Obama.

Ten cutting-edge games – ranging from the 3D exploits of Super Mario to the gritty combat of the Call of Duty series to a massive multiplayer experience set in a galaxy far, far away – have made The Guildhall at 51����‘s 2011 list of top video games for the holidays.

51���� men's soccer player Diogo de Almeida has been named to the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Scholar-Athlete All-America first team.

51���� made headlines in 2011, from faculty expertise to student initiatives.

Whether focused on jazz, South Seas adventure or a vampire-informed approach to theology, books published by members of the 51���� community in 2011 cover such a smorgasbord of topics and interests that there’s bound to be something for even the pickiest reader on your holiday list.

The daughter of renowned Texas artist Jerry Bywaters donates 65 works by him and others to 51����'s Meadows Museum.

The Meadows Museum announces that Frances Bagley is the recipient of the 2010 Moss/Chumley Artist Award.

The search for dancers to compete in Season 9 of Fox's "So You Think You Can Dance" comes to 51����'s McFarlin Auditorium on January 13, 2012.

There will be a campuswide celebration of 51����’s milestone move into the BIG EAST conference at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 19, in the Hughes-Trigg Student Center Commons.

Civic and business leader Carl Sewell spoke at the December graduation. See video and a slide show from the ceremony.

51���� received full reaffirmation of its accreditation at the annual meeting of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Dec. 5, 2011, in Orlando.

If you have waited until the last minute to shop, we have some suggestions.

Cutting-edge games recommended by Guildhall-at-51���� students and alumni

Forget the latest techno toy: Simpler is better when it comes to helping preschoolers develop math skills.

51���� Law Professor Nathan Cortez talks about the legal risks associated with seeking medical care in a foreign country.

51���� and the Dallas Faith Communities Coalition create a new partnership to transform education in low-income neighborhoods.

Facts about a new partnership between 51���� and the Dallas Faith Communities Coalition.

51���� physicists are part of a team that says its has found hits of Higgs boson, the so-called "God" particle.

51���� Professor Ben Voth, director of debate at 51����, talks about what to watch for in the GOP debates.

When American Airlines declared bankruptcy on November 29, 2011, analysis of the event was provided to news media by Economist Bernard Weinstein and Senior Lecturer Mike Davis, both of 51����'s Cox School of Business.

Jasper Smits, psychologist in 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about quick fitness bouts help keep you sane amidst holiday season stress.

Bernard Weinstein, economist at 51����'s Cox School of Business, talks about American Airlines' bankruptcy.

Shout out to lessons from a leadership class by Mel Fugate, management and organizations professor at 51����'s Cox School of Business, on what's more important than a bucket list.

The BIG EAST welcomes 51���� to the conference with a special display in Times Square in NYC.

Two Irish artists – playwright Enda Walsh and choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan – will receive this year's Meadows Prize.

Matthew Wilson, political scientist at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about the leadership role of the President of the United States.

51����'s journalism students mentioned for their report on the University's Clery Act performance. Their story ran in the 51���� Daily Campus.

Ben Voth, chair of communication studies at 51����'s Meadows School of the Arts, writes about Barney Frank's political epitaph.

A visionary speaker is one example of the TEDx51���� 2011 presentations.

Caroline Brettell, anthropologist at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about how immigrants from India and Asia find their own way to become Americans while honoring their native culture.

A new book co-authored by 51���� Law Prof. Elizabeth Thornburg looks at the unusual origins of law-related terms.

From a toy Peruna stocking stuffer to a gift certificate for a landscape painting class at 51����-in-Taos, look no further for the perfect gift for 51���� Mustangs.

Vladimir Ajaev, mathematician at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about the science behind the wine swirl.

Fred Schmidt, professor at 51����'s Perkins School of Theology, considers why more men aren't active in church.

Cal Jillson, political scientist at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about how military experience affect a young Rick Perry.

A research team at 51����'s Lyle School of Engineering has developed a new forecasting algorithm to help better predict hurricane intensity.

Darwin Payne, 51���� professor emeritus of communications, was a reporter in 1963 for the Dallas Times Herald, recalls the day when President Kennedy as assassinated.

Albert Niemi, dean of 51����'s Cox School of Business, spoke about the economy at a business breakfast in Marietta, Georgia.

Robert Righter, research professor at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about wind energy, the topic of his recently published book.

Cal Jillson, political scientist at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about the GOP candidates as the campaign goes on.

Cal Jillson, political scientist at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about Rick Perry's endorsement by Arizona sheriff

Students at 51����'s Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development featured in a story about confidence in the face of uncertainty.

The Dallas Morning News toasts 51���� President Turner, Steve Orsini and June Jones for bringing back Mustang football.

William Lawrence, dean of 51����'s Perkins School of Theology, talks about being thankful.

Bernard Weinstein, economist at 51����'s Cox School of Business, talks about how increased cyber shopping means there is less at traditional stores.

Three persons with ties to 51���� have been nominated for Texan of the Year.

Zannie Giraud Voss and Glenn B. Voss, marketing professors at 51����'s Cox School of Business, write a report on the state of professional theatre.

Bernard Weinstein, economist at 51����'s Cox School of Business, talks about fallout from AMR's bankruptcy.

Cal Jillson, political science professor at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about how Perry may fare if his GOP campaign fails.

Bernard Weinstein, economist at 51����'s Cox School of Business, talks about the economy in Texas, and Austin, based on recent job and economic data.

James Guthrie, professor at 51����'s Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development, talks dollars and cents of school cheating.

Mike Davis, economist and professor at 51����'s Cox School of Business, talks about factors contributing to American Airlines bankruptcy.

Follow-up stories about TEDx51����.

51����'s Celebration of Lights was held on December 4, kicking off the holiday season with singing, reading of the Christmas Story and lighting the Main Quad with 100,000 lights.

51���� has accepted an invitation to join the BIG EAST Conference in all sports.

51���� will offer a new Master of Arts in Sustainability through the Lyle School with support from the Hunt Institute.

Advice for doing well on your final exams from 51����’s learning specialists, who say students can maximize these closing weeks by refocusing on time management and their studies, while recharging with healthy breaks.

A video by Lance Barnard of Sherman Oaks, Calif., is the winner of 51����’s 2011 Green-Minute Video Contest.

It is the goal of 51���� to remain open and hold classes as scheduled. However, if conditions warrant closing, the President in consultation with the 51���� Police and the Provost will make that decision.

The 51���� Mustangs will face Pitt in the 2012 BBVA Compass Bowl on Jan. 7 in Birmingham.

51���� will celebrate graduation on Saturday, with business and civic leader Carl Sewell (’66) as featured speaker.

- 51���� senior tackle Kelvin Beachum has been named to the 2011 Conference USA All-Academic Team, as selected by the league's Sports Information Directors, the league office announced today.

This is the third year for TEDxKIDS @51����, and Director Sharon Lyle hopes that teachers and parents will help students tap the experience via the live-stream.

51���� Engineering Professor Scott Douglas talks about manipulating audio in real time to enhance a singer's performance.

ABC News correspondent Katie Couric spoke Tuesday evening to a sold-out audience as part of 51����'s Tate Lecture Series.

51���� Political Science Professor Cal Jillson talks about the presidential campaign of Green Party political veteran Jill Stein.

A book of poems by the late 51���� Creative Writing Professor Jack Myers is a nominee for the Pulitzer and Pushcart Prizes.

A review of the Andrew Douglas Underwood exhibit in the Hawn Gallery of 51����'s Hamon Arts Library.

Theater students Alia Tavakolian and Piper Werle received a Meadows Exploration Award to travel to Iran to experience its theater culture.

Professor Peter Raad, executive director of The Guildhall at 51���� — one of the nation's premier graduate video game education programs, writes about the importance of reading.

51����'s Celebration of Lights on December 4 kicks off the holiday season with singing, reading of the Christmas Story and lighting the Main Quad with 100,000 lights.

The latest ideas from the world's most interesting people will be at TEDx51����, with live streaming and free viewing parties.

Videos of a conference at 51���� that explored the ethical practices of big business and government.

Meadows students and the Dallas Mexican American Historical League capture the history and heritage of the West Dallas barrios.

51���� Education Professor Patricia G. Mathes blogs about where to begin fixing America's education system.

51���� Political Science Professor Cal Jillson and Boston University Economics Professor Laurence Kotlikoff talked about the prospects for reducing the U.S. deficit with Tom Keene on Bloomberg Television's "Surveillance Midday" on November 17, 2011.

Perkins School of Theology at 51���� presents this year’s Advent/Christmas worship services at 4 and 8 p.m. Thursday, December 1, in Perkins Chapel.

Following an eminent 30-year career at 51����, Dr. P. Gregory Warden, University Distinguished Professor of Art History and associate dean for research and academic affairs at 51����’s Meadows School of the Arts, will be leaving the university at the end of the 2011-12 school year to become the fourth president of Franklin College in Lugano, Switzerland.

Thirteen 51���� students have been selected as the first Carole & Jim Young Fellows – an enthusiastic team to participate in a yearlong relationship with the TEDx51���� program through a combination of leadership development and service learning opportunities.

Marshall Terry writes about his 60-year relationship with 51����, from student to administrator to revered professor.

Providing expertise for this story about the JFK assassination were 51���� Associate Professor of History Tom Knock; 51���� Professor Emeritus of Communications and 51���� centennial historian Darwin Payne; and Lindalyn Adams, a 1952 alumna of 51���� who received the University's Distinguished Alumni Award in 1982.

51���� is home to the oldest mass-produced Christmas card – dating back more than 160 years.

51���� experts offer tips for enjoying the holidays while avoiding the stress and tribulations.

Hal Barkley, Director of Counseling in 51����'s Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development, offers 10 tips for coping with holiday stress.

51���� Music Professor Martin Sweidel shares his list of holiday favorites.

10 tips for dealing with children's relentless “must-have” gifts this holiday season.

A now-classic study by 51���� marketing professor Daniel Howard holds that giving a gift that has been lovingly wrapped does influence the recipient to value it more.

Tips for helping make the holidays fun – not stressful – for the youngest members of these re-arranged households.

51����'s Centennial Academic Symposium brought together business, government and educational leaders to explore partnerships for the future.

Mike Davis, finance professor at 51����'s Cox School of Business, talks about American Airline's current troubles.

Edward Fox, marketing professor at 51����'s Cox School of Business, talks about what makes some businesses particularly successful.

Alan Brown, psychology professor at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, explains the science behind Rick Perry's debate gaffe, and why it happens to everyone.

A 1962 51���� alumnus says he worked and went to school, and graduated debt free.

The American Academy of Religion honors Religion Prof. Johan Elverskog with its prestigious Award for Excellence.

Mark Chancey, religious studies professor at 51����'s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, talks about budget problems causing Georgia public school districts to sacrifice.

Nick Heitzman, faculty member of the Guildhall at 51����, a video game development program, talks about opportunities for artists in the video game development industry.

James Guthrie, professor of public policy and education at 51����'s Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development, opines how how education can be improved with low-cost reforms.