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It was a triumphant homecoming for Oregon native Chris Gweth. The business management senior poured in 18 points for the Redhawks as they stunned Oregon State 99-48 on Jan. 6 in Corvallis. Click here to read more about the game. Check out the schedule for upcoming Redhawks games including their next appearance at the Key on Jan. 16.

Seattle University’s commitment to sustainability was highlighted in a Jan. 1 Seattle Times article, “How green is my campus?” The story mentioned SU’s pioneering efforts in composting and pesticide-free landscaping as well as green building. Click here to read the article.

The Department of Physics invites you to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s first observation of the moons of Jupiter. The event will begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 7, in the Casey Atrium. The evening will feature a reading of scenes from Tom Stoppard’s screenplay “Galileo” and a discussion of Galileo as an historical figure and as portrayed by Stoppard and in the more famous play by Brecht. Light refreshments will be served. The Department of Physics is collaborating with Infinity Box Theater Project to present this event.

Why is this student so excited? Could it be because SU was recently listed among “Top Ten Value Schools” by Wise Choice, a new online college guide? Other schools making the list include Cornell and Catholic University. Click here for more information.