Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Kirk Jowers will be pitching in for the Republican presidential campaign this election season, but will continue to devote most of his time to a burgeoning internship and forum program at the U.

Sen. John McCain's decision to choose Alaskan Gov. Sarah Palin as his vice-presidential nominee may draw attention back to the GOP and rally support from discouraged party members, but isn't likely to lessen the popularity of Sen. Barack Obama among students at the U.

The United States does not recognize the medical experience or credentials of other countries, and because of disadvantages passing American medical licensing exams, many international medical students and doctors never practice medicine again after coming to the United States, instead trading their high-profile jobs for lower positions so that they can support their families.

Speeches by high-profile Republicans, such as President George W. Bush, were cancelled and party plans ground to a halt as Hurricane Gustav zeroed in on New Orleans.

Monday's session of the RNC was cut back by Sen. John McCain to provide humanitarian relief to victims of Hurricane Gustav along the Gulf Coast. As a result, many of the events and speakers were suspended or postponed.

Philanthropist Wilford Woodruff Goodwill passed away Aug. 19 after spending a lifetime building his own businesses and supporting the U College of Social Work.

The Osher Foundation recently donated a $1 million endowment to the U Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, but the institute will now be receiving less funding annually from the foundation.

John McCain, the presumptive Republican nominee for the presidency, selected Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin on Aug. 29 to be his running mate. Palin was a surprise pick as she was not on the short list of vice presidential candidates for most news and political outlets.

Erika George used two words to describe her feelings as she saw Barack Obama step onto the stage Thursday night to accept the nomination at the Democratic National Convention: proud and triumphant.

There is now a resource available for students who aren't sure what is offered on campus8212;the U Book.