For the first time in Belmont’s history, meal plans will be mandatory for all students living in on-campus apartments to compensate for the costs for the new dining facility. “It does mean that it is more expensive to live on campus. Some people will not like that. We’re not oblivious to that,” said Anthony Donovan, director of Residence Life. “But we’re also trying to create a situation in which we can offer the best level of services to the students that are here and live o

Whether you’re talking about the yogurt, the citizens of the economically-recovering country or Belmont’s sororities and fraternities, it’s a good time to be Greek. Belmont’s six Greek organizations are growing exponentially, raising funds to match. And their statistics from last semester prove it. Below are some facts and figures from the fall 2014 semester, including statements from each of the Greek organization’s presidents and awards earned. Fundraising is done primarily

President Bob Fisher is one of the highest-paid private university presidents in the country, raking in $1,119,690 in the 2012 fiscal year, according to public tax forms. His total compensation increased 13.5 percent from his $968,435 salary as reported in the 2011 fiscal year. The fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31. Fisher’s salary started with a base pay of $819,021. He also earned $141,268 in bonuses and $222,863 in deferred compensation to retirement or other funds. A