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College Writing Programs, or CWP, has come a long way from its 19th-century origins, when students were schooled in Subject A, "Oral and Written Expression." The program now offers more than 20 courses in everything from public speaking, creative nonfiction and travel writing to new media.
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For California botany, The Jepson Manual is the authoritative reference book. Now the super-sized volume - six pounds, 1,600 pages - has been revised to incorporate a wealth of new knowledge about the state's huge diversity of native plants. Scholars and staff at UC Berkeley's Jepson Herbarium oversaw the revision, published by UC Press.
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The long-desired makeover of Lower Sproul Plaza is finally taking shape, and it's the students who made it happen. Plans and architects' renderings show a light-filled area that's open, inviting and bustling with activity 24/7 - the true and beating heart of student life on campus. Take a look, and click through photos of the old plaza to see what's in store for the new.
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HEADLINES
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Neuroscientists' research may one day help stroke victims and others who can't speak be understood.
First deadline for those interested in submitting proposals is Feb. 15.
Samuelson Clinic helps create place where citizens can report online concerns.
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GOINGS ON
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Event aims to inspire innovators, scholars, students.
Rarely seen photos are on display at BAM, now through May 20.
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CAMPUS NEWS
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Revised policy on Berkeley student behavior is issued.
New time frame estimated for investigation of Nov. 9 events. (PDF)
Next one is Feb. 6 at Berkeley; open to students, faculty, staff and the public.
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STUDENTS
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Grad students talk about what a grant can mean.
And more environmental updates in the January issue of Bright Green News. (PDF)
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