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Show .2009 Duckworth eases institutional merger JESSICA BURNHAM Campus editor Vice President of Student Affairs, Cory ^ . Duckworth, has been appointed by Comissioner of education William Sederburg to direct the transition of the College of Eastern Utah (CEU) as it becomes a regional college of Utah State University (USU). "I am happy to help the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) as it works to resolve some challenging issues related to the ongoing vitality of the CEU/' Duckworth said. "CEU is very important to the educational opportunities that are available for students in the Southeastern region of our state. As we look at enrollment increases anticipated at UVU in the years ahead, CEU can help relieve some pressure that will otherwise tax our systems here in Orem." This new appointment, although challenging, will not impede Duckworth's pre-established and fundamental position at UVU. "I will continue to serve as the Vice President of Student Affairs at UVU," Duckworth said. "Though I will often be absent from campus during this fall semester, I will be able to continue overseeing the strategic management issues related to the Student Affairs Division." With declining enrollment and funding chal- lenges, CEU has fallen on difficult times. Despite these obstacles, Duckworth perceives immense potential in the institution. ' By working more closely with USU there will be opportunities to reduce administrative cost and strengthen academic offerings to encourage additional attendance by students in and out of the immediate region," Duckworth said. Having led the strategic development efforts of three different universities, Duckworth is well prepared to manage this new commission. Other qualifications include training as an attorney and a master's degree in political science with an emphasis in public administration and organizational development. "He understands the important business drivers behind this transition," Sederburg said. "He reflects the Board's commitment to not only devise an efficient operational model, but also build upon the higher education services in southwestern Utah." On July 17, the Board of Regents sanctioned the proposed Memorandum of Understanding, which will be undertaken by several committees as they propose solutions to central issues. "The memo will provide guidance to the initial steps in the merger. Other issues will be resolved over the months and years ahead," Duckworth said. rtENT BATES/ UVU Review International Student councils holds oreintation for new students ISC from • A1 struggle, it can become an issue. "Professors should take advantage of the wonderful talents and customs that RECYCLE from • A2 Committee shows that the state of Utah struggles with recycling. For example, this is how our waste is broken down - 90 percent is dumped into landfills, five percent is burned, and only the remaining five percent is recycled. The forward-looking state of Maine recycles 49 percent of its waste. Also, Utah ranks 42nd in the nation in pounds of waste recycled per person. Utah recycles .28 pounds per person each day. California is ranked first with 3.41 pounds per day. There is room for improvement in Utah. When UVU's recycling efforts are compared to international students have to offer. They are motivated to get degrees and with support will continue to work hard," Gunn said. The ISC sprung from this lack of integration, facilitation and community outreach. With three corn- mittecs in student success and community and faculty outreach, they focus on making Utah Valley a more global community. UVU Review would like to introduce an international student column to allow international stu- dents to have their voice expressed about campus issues. Anyone interested in becoming involved can stop by the Newsroom located in SC 220 or contact Meggie Woodfield, news editor, at mlwoodfield@smail.com other state universities, our efforts haven't been the greenest. For example, Weber State recycles 30 percent of all their paper on campus, with some schools reaching 80 percent. We are Utah's up-and-coming university, not only in size, but in all facets of university life. Therefore, this year's elected student leaders have made recycling a major focus for their administration. A major obstacle facing our recycling effort is the awareness of students and faculty. In a recent poll, only 35 percent of students know where recycling bins are located. This needs to change. To offset low awareness, UVU purchased 230 new recycling bins to add to our already 200 large bins and nearly 1,000 small bins. These new large bins are decorated with a fresh UVUSA recycling logo and placed throughout the campus. Also, a baler was purchased and placed at the Advancement Building. UVU is now able to collect recyclable goods, bale them, and sell them to recycling companies for a potential profit. The following are reasons to recycle: making recycled paper uses 30 to 55 percent less energy than making paper out of new trees, one recycled aluminum can saves enough electricity to run a computer for three hours, every Sunday 500,000 trees could be saved if everyone recycled their newspapers. UVUSA is passionate about improving the quality and prestige of the University. The first steps have been made for a greener campus. We now need each of you to do your part - recycle your paper and aluminum waste. Let all of us work for a better UVU. Gandhi counseled to "be the change you want to see in the world." UVUSA challenges each student to be the change they want to see on campus. 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