Storee Powell continued her winning streak at the Society of Professional Journalist's national competition May 3. The Utah State University senior was named a national finalist for her radio news reporting at Utah Public Radio, capturing the school's first national SPJ award since 2005.

Join us Thursday, August 18, for an hour of good food, good company, intellectual engagement, and a TimePiece by Jeannie Johnson, Lecturer in the Department of Political Science. The TimePiece is entitled "Strategic Culture: Improving Intelligence Analysis." It will be held at Hamilton's Steak and Seafood in the Accolade Event Room. The social hour begins at 5:15 p.m., the TimePiece begins at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $6.95 per person (plus tax and gratuity) appetizer buffet which will be billed on an individual basis. Guests will also be able to order off the regular menu if desired.