Franchise expansion: It’s a good thing.

In what NBC Universal President Jeff Zucker described as a “big, exciting and thrilling announcement,” NBC revealed on Wednesday (Feb. 2) that Mark Burnett and Donald Trump will spin-off their successful business reality franchise with “The Apprentice: Martha Stewart,” an upcoming series featuring the currently incarcerated domestic diva.

Mosaic: Where are you from?

Paul: Randolph, MA

Mosaic: What’s your major/minor?

Paul: Nursing

Mosaic: What was the hardest class you took at Salve?

Paul: Anatomy and Physiology freshmen year was a ton of work.

Mosaic: What are your plans for after graduation?

Paul: Pass my boards, relax, and then start working.

“My Perfect Valentine”

The following editorial appeared in the San Jose Mercury News on Friday, Feb. 4:

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The First Amendment is a muscle that must be used, or it will become flabby. A survey of high school students by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation reveals a frail Constitution: Kids are weak in knowledge of their rights.

Meet Sandra Solem: Nurse, Professor, and Role Model

She’s traveled the country studying the science of nursing and sharing it with others.

Sandra Solem has been a full time chair and distinct member of Salve Regina’s faculty since the fall of 2002. Since coming to Salve she’s immersed herself into the community and has taken her love and extensive knowledge of nursing to better the department.