Bill Henderson

01 May 2008

Society fails to recognize upward mobility

Tax time has passed and, like many Americans, I’ve spent the past two months thinking about the best way to invest, save and spend my money. I’ve also spent some time thinking about the way some Americans are paid for […]

23 Apr 2008

Chancellor position requires specific qualities

It was with sadness that I heard that Chancellor Don Betz was leaving to return to one of his old haunts. Though in the position for only three years, Betz has brought a great deal of energy and vitality to […]

03 Apr 2008

Press contributes to an informed public

It occurs to me that we should all be concerned about a situation in Alabama in which former Democratic Governor Don Siegelman was convicted of a myriad of charges stemming from a political contribution. My concern does not come from […]

26 Mar 2008

Presidential race persuades with fear

There is an old saying that says if you want to avoid an argument, stay away from three subjects: sex, religion and politics. Well, I’m going to risk an argument and talk about politics and, right off, I’m going to […]

21 Feb 2008

New facility to give University respect

I came to UW-River Falls in August of 2002. The past (almost) six years have gone by quickly and I have relished the opportunity to teach, coach and live in River Falls. I won’t try to blow smoke at you […]

07 Feb 2008

Professor wants butts out of eyesight

Serving as head coach of the UW-River Falls swimming and diving team (yes, there is a pool here on campus), one of the most important aspects of my job is recruiting. I try to get every recruit I contact to […]