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The morality of economics

June 22, 2009

Professor of Economics Donald Frey: “If economic theory 'proves' that something can't be done, then moral obligation vanishes.”

In his new book, Professor of Economics Donald Frey argues that two differing views of morality have shaped — and continue to shape — economic thought and today’s “culture of excess.”

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Equipped for discovery

June 20, 2009

A fellowship from the American Society of Plant Biologists provides Kevin Cooper (’10) with an opportunity to focus on research this summer.

Not all species would survive spending 40 hours a week in a lab, but senior Kevin Cooper, one of only 15 students nationwide to receive a prestigious summer research fellowship, is thriving there.

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Walter named baseball coach

June 16, 2009

Tom Walter, who led the University of New Orleans baseball program to national prominence, has been hired as head coach of the Wake Forest baseball team.

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Shuttle flight delayed

June 16, 2009

Tom Marshburn (MD ’89) will have to wait a little longer for his first flight on the space shuttle. Endeavour’s planned launch on Saturday was postponed until at least June 17.

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Teague to remain in NBA Draft

June 15, 2009

Sophomore guard Jeff Teague has decided to leave school early to jump to the NBA. He joins fellow sophomore James Johnson, who had earlier declared his intentions to enter the draft.

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Living happily ever after

June 14, 2009

Assistant Professor of Religion Lynn Neal: "Christian and mainstream romance novels are similar in their emphasis on women, love and a happy ending."

Assistant Professor of Religion Lynn Neal looks at how romance writers, particularly Christian authors, use the novel to inspire and encourage readers.

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Wake Forest University Babcock School alumnus completes his first book

June 11, 2009

A new book by Babcock School alumnus William Uter (MBA ’08) explains how you can stand out from the crowd if you’re looking for a new job.

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Collins named law Teacher of the Year

June 11, 2009

Professor of Law Jennifer Collins has received the Student Bar Association’s Jurist Excellence in Teaching Award.

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Alumnus heading to outer space

June 11, 2009

Tom Marshburn (MD ’89) will be making his first trip to space this weekend aboard the space shuttle Endeavour. Read about his planned spacewalk and his other responsibilities during the mission.

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