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Daily Mail
12 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Boarding school gave me PTSD but I locked it away until my daughter started to board. Then it triggered a breakdown that saw me sectioned: DR CATHY WIELD
Lying in the darkness, the loneliness and panic hit. It was terror, mostly, of the dormitory bullies who could strike without warning or reason. Also the cruelty of the matrons, picking up on some minor infringement. And that all-consuming feeling of abandonment. The nightmare of boarding school was beginning, all over again. This may sound familiar to many of the alumni of this very British institution, particularly those who boarded in the 1970s like I did. But the dread and horror I was experiencing was not due to revisiting my own school.
Fox News
4 days ago
- Sport
- Fox News
Boston University women's soccer players back former coach amid Alex Cooper sexual harassment claims: report
A contingent of former Boston University women's soccer players have reportedly spoken out in defense of former head coach Nancy Feldman amid sexual harassment claims by podcaster Alex Cooper. Cooper made the initial claims in her "Call Her Alex" Hulu documentary, which premiered last week. She explained further how she felt about her time in the soccer program in a subsequent Q&A session after the film debuted. After the university released a statement on Friday, TMZ Sports acquired a letter from a representative of 99 Boston University alumni who spoke out in support of Feldman. The letter said they didn't intend to "diminish or discredit anyone's individual experience," but they felt like it was necessary to back Feldman. The alumni said they "categorically never felt unsafe." "We were never at risk of or witness to inappropriate behavior or anything that could be characterized as sexual harassment," the letter read, via TMZ Sports. "As a leader, she approached every day with professionalism, making decisions in service of the success of the team." The 30-year-old claimed that the coach had asked about her sex life, commented on her body, tried to get alone time with her and touched her. Feldman would "fixate on me way more than any other teammate of mine," Cooper said. "I felt a lot of anger — anger at my coach, anger at my school, and anger at the system that allowed this to happen," Cooper said in the documentary. Cooper and her parents said they had met with the university, which had not fired Feldman, had not investigated the claims, and had allowed Cooper to keep her scholarship. The university issued a statement on Friday, saying it has "zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment." "We have a robust system of resources, support and staff dedicated to student wellbeing and a thorough reporting process through our Equal Opportunity Office," it said in a statement, via the New York Post. "We encourage members of our community to report any concerns, and we remain committed to fostering a safe and secure campus environment for all." Cooper played for the university from 2013 to 2015 before becoming a podcast host. She and her former roommate began the "Call Her Daddy" podcast that was eventually picked up by Barstool Sports. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Morehouse College mourns passing of longtime coach
The Morehouse College community is mourning the death of a dedicated alumnus and longtime supporter of the Maroon Tiger athletic program. Thomas J. Wells, from the class of 1974, served as a volunteer assistant coach for the Morehouse Track & Field team for over three decades. Advertisement When he was a student, he competed in football, discus, and javelin at the college. He served as a Center Director for the City of Atlanta's Department of Parks and Recreation from 1973 to 1998. 'I personally thank him for the guidance and encouragement he gave me over the years. His friendship was a gift, and his counsel was always rooted in wisdom and integrity. Thomas J. Wells was the kind of man who made Atlanta better simply by being in it,' Atlanta City Council member Julian Bond said. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Wall Street Journal
7 days ago
- General
- Wall Street Journal
Santa Clara, an Alumnus Would Like a Word
Four generations of Corrigans have been educated by the Jesuits at Santa Clara University. Naomi Epps Best's expose of her graduate class was gobsmacking, sordid and sad ('Santa Clara University's Crazy Idea of Human Sexuality,' op-ed, June 7). I applaud her for courageously revealing the profane underbelly of the 'critical theory' method of teaching. She has helpfully revealed what is happening behind the portieres in these classrooms. As William F. Buckley Jr. relayed in his seminal book 'God and Man at Yale' (1951), 'the alumni haven't the slightest idea what is going on' at these schools. That raises the question: What role do I have in what is taught on campus? Buckley again chimes in about alumni, writing that the school 'is glad to settle for their money and to eschew their counsel.' Here's the deal: No voice, no money.
Forbes
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Compassionate Hospitality Leaders Gather For A 100-Year Tradition At Cornell University
HEC is a conference at Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration. One hundred years ago, a group of visionary students at The Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration, Cornell University, created a gathering that would bridge the academic and professional worlds of hospitality. Today, Hotel Ezra Cornell—known affectionately as HEC—has become one of the most unique and enduring student-led conferences in the world. When I was a student there from 1978 to 1982, I used to say that 'I majored in HEC.' I loved the challenge of running a themed event for alumni that came from my imagination and was executed with a team of my fellow students. One year, it was an 'Around the World in 80 Days Brunch.' I spent hours in the kitchen creating a hot air balloon for the buffet out of bread and sugar. During my Junior year, I worked with my friends to design and execute an extravaganza, 'Cast Party,' where students and alumni guests could drink, dance, and be merry together in Barton Hall, Cornell's athletic center, which we transformed into a fancy ballroom. In its centennial year, the HECentennial not only honored a rich legacy but also highlighted the enduring impact of hospitality leadership in building community, cultivating empathy, and transforming lives. The milestone event brought together students, alumni, faculty, and industry professionals in a celebration that underscored a central truth: hospitality is about relationships, not transactions, and at the core of those relationships is compassion. Each year, HEC invites hundreds of students to step into executive-level roles—managing logistics, designing guest experiences, and leading teams. The result is a generation of graduates with not just practical skills but emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and a deep sense of responsibility. What began as a student-run conference has now evolved into a global model for values-based, compassionate leadership. Dean Kate Walsh, who has led the School of Hotel Administration for nearly a decade and served on the faculty for over 25 years, emphasized the transformative potential of the field:'The secret to happiness is giving to others. Being in hospitality brings out the nurturing side of me—not just to feed, but to help people feel whole, seen, and heard.'She described HEC as 'a return home' for alumni and 'a moment of profound pride' for students—a space where future leaders discover the joy and meaning that comes from caring for others. Through that experience, the mission of hospitality becomes deeply personal, enduring, and compassionate in nature. The hospitality mindset—caring, anticipating needs, and building a sense of belonging—is increasingly essential in every sector. Ted Teng, former CEO of Leading Hotels of the World, offered a powerful reminder that hospitality leadership is defined by empathy and excellence: 'We serve not because we have to, but because we get to. That's the magic.'Teng added that compassionate leadership is not limited to the hospitality industry, but is needed everywhere. 'If more leaders thought like hoteliers, our organizations would be more human.' Yolanda Rodriguez, People and Culture Director for HEC 100, echoed this idea from the student perspective, 'There's a shared belief in this community that we lift each other up. Just support, encouragement, and a deep belief that there's space for everyone. We celebrate each other's highs and help each other through the lows.' This belief system, rooted in care and collective success, is central to hospitality education at Cornell and embodied through the relationships formed at HEC. Meryl Eriksen, a 2007 graduate and Chief Compassion Officer at Compassionate Leaders Circle, reflected on how HEC fosters values that transcend industries: 'Compassion is the heartbeat of true hospitality. When we lead with love and connection, when we see one another, we create spaces where people can thrive. HEC reminds us that leadership isn't about status or title; it's about presence, care, and the courage to serve.' Sarah Newcomb, the 2025 Managing Director of HEC, described the centennial conference as a full-circle moment—both personally and culturally. Her leadership embodied the values of mentorship, trust, and mutual respect that define the Hotelie community. 'HEC has been the most impactful classroom of my college career,' she shared. 'It's not just about managing logistics or solving problems under pressure—it's about learning how to lead with empathy, how to collaborate with care, and how to bring out the best in those around you.' That ethos was captured in a small but powerful moment during the weekend: years ago, a first-year student was invited to brunch by a senior who quietly picked up the check and said, 'Just do this for someone else when you're a senior.' That same student, now in their final year, paid it forward at HECentennial. These quiet acts of generosity reflect a culture of compassionate leadership—one that inspires individuals to lead not through authority, but through care and example. Many alumni reflected on how the School of Hotel Administration shaped their personal and professional values long after graduation. Whether working in hospitality, wellness, design, or education, their stories echoed a shared truth: the ability to care deeply and lead compassionately is a differentiator in every industry. It is not just a soft skill—it is a strategic advantage. The centennial gathering offered a vivid portrait of how hospitality leadership continues to shape the world, not through grand gestures but through daily commitments to empathy, excellence, and inclusion. This kind of leadership demands more than competence; it requires character. And it calls for the courage to lead with heart. Hospitality, at its best, is the art of making others feel at home. It is the practice of compassion in motion. For 100 years, HEC has demonstrated that leaders who understand this truth can change the world—one relationship, one gesture, one act of care at a time.
