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Big name on campus

Salem State happily embracing university label

Sophomore Josh Vokes browses for sweatshirts at Salem State University’s bookstore. The name change will become official on Oct. 26. Sophomore Josh Vokes browses for sweatshirts at Salem State University’s bookstore. The name change will become official on Oct. 26. (Wendy Maeda/Globe Staff)
By Kathy McCabe
Globe Staff / September 9, 2010

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SALEM — Postcards announcing the advent of Salem State University have been mailed to tens of thousands of alumni. Dozens of signs must be replaced, from the one at the main entrance on Route 114 to highway exits on Route 128. Until then, banners proclaiming the new name are draped across buildings. Around campus, all the buzz is about the ... (Full article: 1017 words)

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