Webster News
Webster Launches ‘Glimpse’ Digital Alumni Publication
The Alumni Relations department has launched Glimpse, a new digital publication for Webster University alumni. Glimpse’s online, interactive format offers important advantages over print. Not only are digital publications more environmentally friendly and economical than print, but they also allow slideshows, video and enhanced content to be included in stories. In addition, they allow for […]
Worth the Wait: Webster honored for support of Guard and Reserve
If at first you don’t succeed, try, try, try, try, try, try, try, and try again. That’s what FBI agent and Webster alumnus Bob Schure did. Besides keeping the country safe, he also is the award coordinator for the Missouri chapter of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). ESGR is an office […]
‘You, Unlimited’ Undergraduate Campaign Wins Gold Awards
Webster University’s “You, Unlimited” undergraduate advertising campaign has won another industry “Gold” award for excellence. The campaign, conceived by the Creative Services office in Webster’s Global Marketing & Communications, puts the focus on Webster’s unique academics and individuality. A signature poster from the campaign, sent to prospective undergraduate students, has received a 2015 Case VI […]
Brookings Institution Earnings Study Shows Value Added by Webster University Degree
Completing a degree at Webster University doesn’t just transform a student for global citizenship and academic excellence — it also lays the groundwork for a successful career. That’s the finding of a report by the Brookings Institution, released in April, that looked at the impact of colleges and universities from a different angle: By how […]
Johnson Named Interim Dean of Walker School
Thomas Johnson, associate vice president and chief of strategic initiatives at Webster University, has been named interim dean of Webster’s George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology. Since arriving at Webster University in 2012, Johnson has spearheaded several strategic initiatives, including identifying and executing market- and student-responsive opportunities such as the creation of the […]
Webster Signs MOU with Oxford Brookes University
Webster University and Oxford Brookes University have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore ways the two institutions can work together. Potential areas of cooperation include allowing students to study in each other’s programs, faculty exchanges, joint research projects and conferences, and joint programs that could lead to dual degrees from both universities. Oxford […]
Cybersecurity Program Launches in Kansas City
Classes for Webster University’s Master’s in Cybersecurity program will begin this fall at its Kansas City location. The Cybersecurity Program is offered through the George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology. It was launched in Colorado Springs last year and was expanded to the St. Louis region in the fall. “Cybersecurity threats are constant […]
Cyberspace Research Institute Launched with Four Cyber Labs
Webster University is broadening its spectrum of research and resources for global security professionals. The newly created Webster University Cyberspace Research Institute (CRI) offers digital laboratories for Institute members, students and faculty to explore the most current cyberspace and security issues and threats. The Webster University CRI will combat disruptive technologies and create collaborative research. […]
Fitch Affirms ‘A’ Rating on Webster University Bonds
Fitch Ratings, a global leader in credit ratings and research, last week affirmed the “A” rating on approximately $62.5 million of revenue bonds issued on behalf of Webster University. “The ‘A’ rating primarily reflects Webster’s diverse market position and various delivery models, largely positive operating history driving strong balance sheet resources, low debt burden and […]
New Undergraduate, Graduate Programs Added for Fall 2015
From the latest in biotechnology and new media production to mastering the art of leading organizations through change, Webster University is launching a diverse selection of new programs as it enters its second century. The three undergraduate programs and six graduate degrees, all of which will be available for the Fall 2015 semester, are designed […]