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Local residents honored at Colgate University - Community Advocate | 02/07/2012 | http://www.communityadvocate.com/ |
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John H. Prunier, dedicated Greenwich doctor - Greenwich Post | 02/07/2012 | http://www.greenwich-post.com/ |
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Black Heritage Celebrated - Madison County Courier | 02/07/2012 | http://www.madisoncountycourier.com/ |
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iPad Kiosks Engaging Visitors at Colgate University - PR Web (press release) | 02/07/2012 | http://www.prweb.com/ |
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Fern Halper - An Introduction | 02/07/2012 | IT-Director.com |
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Linnerooth Earns Dean's Award | 02/07/2012 | River Current News - Online |
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Former Syracuse University lacrosse star Matt Abbott joins Colgate staff as volunteer assistant | 02/07/2012 | Post-Standard - Online |
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University Using iPad Kiosks To Engage Campus Visitors | 02/07/2012 | EFY Times |
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5 Things You Need To Know Today: Feb. 7 | 02/07/2012 | Bedford Patch |
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Neighbors: Essays winners named in Ithaca College MLK contest | 02/07/2012 | Democrat and Chronicle - Online |
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Trident Capital Promotes | 02/07/2012 | peHUB |
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iPad Kiosks Engaging Visitors at Colgate University | 02/07/2012 | KDKA-TV - Online (press release) |
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St. Thomas alum scores lucky seven in American hoops win - Ultimate Memorial | 02/06/2012 | http://www.ultimatememorial.com/ |
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Leadership professor leaves Richmond for Colgate - The Collegian -- University of Richmond | 02/06/2012 | http://thecollegianur.com/ |
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African-American Nyack Alums Talk Success - Patch.com | 02/06/2012 | http://nyack.patch.com/ |
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5 Things You Need To Know Today: Feb. 6 - Patch.com | 02/06/2012 | http://bedford-nh.patch.com/ |
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School winners - HeraldNet | 02/06/2012 | http://heraldnet.com/ |
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Dean's List | 02/06/2012 | News-Sun - Online |
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Essays winners named in Ithaca College MLK contest | 02/06/2012 | Ithaca Journal - Online |
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Super weekend in more ways than one | 02/06/2012 | Greenwich Time - Online |
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Trident Capital Promotes Matthew Chagan to Principal | 02/06/2012 | WBZ-TV - Online (press release) |
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School winners | HeraldNet.com - Life | 02/06/2012 | Daily Herald - Online, The |
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School winners | 02/06/2012 | Daily Herald - Online, The |
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Andy Rooney Biography - Facts, Birthday, Life Story - Biography.com | 02/06/2012 | Biography Channel - Online, The |
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365 Prescriptions for the Soul - Prescription #265: Insight | 02/06/2012 | HealthWorld Online |
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Colgate Honors Dean's List Students | 02/06/2012 | Mendham-Chester Patch |
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Eachus still harboring his own NFL dreams - Standard Speaker | 02/05/2012 | http://standardspeaker.com/ |
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Interfaith Witness as a Way of Life | 02/05/2012 | America - Online |
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Out and About Calendar - NewsChannel 9 WSYR | 02/05/2012 | WSYR-TV - Online |
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Men's Hockey Loses to #20 Colgate - RPI Athletics | 02/04/2012 | http://www.rpiathletics.com/ |
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Dean's List Update: 11 Westwood Students Honored - Patch.com | 02/04/2012 | http://westwood.patch.com/ |
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Guest Viewpoint: Paterno enriched lives of all he knew - Press & Sun-Bulletin | 02/04/2012 | http://www.pressconnects.com/ |
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American at Colgate | 02/04/2012 | CBS College Sports Network - Online |
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Hinkle scores 23, knocks down late 3 to seal American University's 59-58 win over Colgate | 02/04/2012 | Daily Journal - Online |
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No relief for the bag lady of Braamfontein | 02/04/2012 | Times LIVE - Online |
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Finalists named for WCU Provost position | 02/04/2012 | Western Carolinian - Online |
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AP College Sports | 02/04/2012 | Fort Worth Star-Telegram - Online |
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Obituaries: Branchburg resident Patricia Ann Steeber has died; graduate of Mount Saint John Academy, Colgate University | 02/04/2012 | NJ.com |
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Super Bowl National Anthem Singers: A History | 02/04/2012 | ABC News Radio - Online |
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WBS Penguins Game Report: Penguins 4, Hershey 3 | 02/04/2012 | Scranton Times-Tribune - Online, The |
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Boulat: Lacrosse season is just about here | 02/04/2012 | Louisville Courier-Journal - Online |
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Guest view: Sculpture Space made great strides under Waller | 02/04/2012 | Observer-Dispatch - Online, The |
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Boulat: Lacrosse season is just about here - Ithaca Journal | 02/03/2012 | http://www.theithacajournal.com/ |
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NHS senior, Raiders hockey fan and team manager the inspiration for autism ... - Evening Sun (subscription) | 02/03/2012 | http://www.evesun.com/ |
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MassDrive's president shifts into growth mode for auto insurer's premium opportunity | 02/03/2012 | BizJournals.com |
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Local residents earn honors at colleges and universities | 02/03/2012 | NJ.com |
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Union tied 1-1 with Colgate after first period | 02/03/2012 | Times Union |
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Louisville dental program surpasses $1 million in free care to children | The Courier-Journal | courier-journal.com | 02/03/2012 | Louisville Courier-Journal - Online |
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State dental program surpasses $1 million in free care to children | 02/03/2012 | Louisville Courier-Journal - Online |
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Athletes in action Feb. 4-5, preview | 02/03/2012 | Wicked Local |
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New Book about Gandhi Released | 02/03/2012 | Denver Post - Online (press release), The |
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Student rounder | 02/03/2012 | Times Union |
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Skidmore College to Participate in Campus Conservation Nationals 2012 contest | 02/03/2012 | Skidmore News |
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Lehigh University's Feb. 11 men's basketball game against Colgate University ... - The Express Times - LehighValleyLive.com | 02/02/2012 | http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/ |
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Parents Snared in $100 Billion College Debt Trap Risk Retirement | 02/02/2012 | Bloomberg News - Online |
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ADK presents 'Notes from the Front of the Climate Fight' | 02/02/2012 | Lake Placid News - Online |
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The Recession's Bark has Been Worse Than its Bite for Idexx Laboratories | 02/02/2012 | Morningstar (Canada) |
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Guest Speaker Reminds Students of MLK's Message | 02/02/2012 | Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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Nash Senior Honor Society Helps the Community: Konosioni Distributes Grants | 02/02/2012 | Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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Green 'Gate: Colgate University and Hamilton Township Discuss Natural Gas Utility | 02/02/2012 | Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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In The Light: Erin Nash | 02/02/2012 | Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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Alumni Column Capturing Colgate's Brand | 02/02/2012 | Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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Ovations | 02/02/2012 | East County Observer - Online |
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ADK presents 'Bill McKibben: Notes from the Front of the Climate Fight' | 02/02/2012 | Adirondack Enterprise - Online |
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Union turn their clock back farther - phillyBurbs.com | 02/01/2012 | http://www.phillyburbs.com/ |
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Only hours remain to enter to win tickets to Clarkson hockey game - North Country Now | 02/01/2012 | http://northcountrynow.com/ |
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Manganiello, Romeo Sign Letters of intent to Play College Football - Patch.com | 02/01/2012 | http://berkeleyheights.patch.com/ |
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Scarsdale's Students Receive Academic Honors - Patch.com | 02/01/2012 | http://scarsdale.patch.com/ |
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Kara Michelle Schmidt inducted into Phi Eta Sigma - Gates-Chili Post | 02/01/2012 | http://www.gateschilipost.com/ |
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The Mayan Apocalypse And The Meaning Of Life - NPR (blog) | 02/01/2012 | http://www.npr.org/ |
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World-Renowned Artist to Visit Colgate University - Madison County Courier | 02/01/2012 | http://www.madisoncountycourier.com/ |
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Hudson County students earn degrees, honors at schools - The Jersey Journal - NJ.com | 02/01/2012 | http://www.nj.com/ |
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School Notes Schools (www.HometownAnnapolis.com - The Capital) | 02/01/2012 | Capital - Online, The |
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In-plant Managers Invited to Russia | 02/01/2012 | In-Plant Graphics - Online |
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Rush-Henrietta grad inducted into Phi Eta Sigma | 02/01/2012 | Rush-Henrietta Post - Online |
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Kara Michelle Schmidt inducted into Phi Eta Sigma | 02/01/2012 | Wicked Local |
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Financial Aid Tips from Admissions Officers | 02/01/2012 | Voice of America Television Network - Online |
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The Mayan Apocalypse And The Meaning Of Life | 02/01/2012 | NPR - Online |
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Skip to navigation | 02/01/2012 | Dartmouth - Online, The |
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Cardinal Gibbons' Nicco Whigham headed to Central Florida | 02/01/2012 | Miami Herald - Online, The |
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Hudson County students earn degrees, honors at schools | 02/01/2012 | NJ.com |
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Campus News: Lake Minnetonka College Students Earn Academic Honors | 02/01/2012 | Lake Minnetonka Patch |
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Local residents honored at Colgate University - Community Advocate 02/07/2012 http://www.communityadvocate.com/ |
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| Local residents honored at Colgate University Community Advocate Region – Two local residents are recipients of the Dean's Award for academic excellence during the 2011 fall term at Colgate University. Sean Robert Rossi of Northborough, class of 2015, is the son of Charles E. Rossi and Sheryl M. Rossi.
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John H. Prunier, dedicated Greenwich doctor - Greenwich Post 02/07/2012 http://www.greenwich-post.com/ |
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| John H. Prunier, dedicated Greenwich doctor Greenwich Post Dr. Prunier was born in Elmira, NY in 1930 and graduated Colgate University in 1952. He received his MD from Cornell University New York Hospital where he completed his internship and also served as chief resident. In 1960, Dr. Prunier served as a ...
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Black Heritage Celebrated - Madison County Courier 02/07/2012 http://www.madisoncountycourier.com/ |
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| Madison County Courier Black Heritage Celebrated Madison County Courier 31, the anniversary date of the Thirteenth Amendment that abolished slavery, the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum Traveling Abolition Museum was transported from Case Library at Colgate University to Memorial Library at SUNY Cortland for ...
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iPad Kiosks Engaging Visitors at Colgate University - PR Web (press release) 02/07/2012 http://www.prweb.com/ |
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| iPad Kiosks Engaging Visitors at Colgate University PR Web (press release) Colgate University is using two iPad kiosks in the lobby of its main admission building to engage campus visitors. Colgate University is using two iPad kiosks in the lobby of its main admission building to engage campus visitors.
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Fern Halper - An Introduction 02/07/2012 IT-Director.com |
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| RANDOM QUOTE
Say Again? - "Bang boom pow! he hissed." - Leo Rosten Fern Halper The big wide world of data and information management and analysis. Dr. Fern Halper is a partner at Hurwitz & Associates, a consulting, research and analyst firm that focuses on the customer benefits derived when advanced and emerging software technologies are used to solve business problems. Fern has over twenty years of experience in data analysis, business analysis, and strategy development. Fern served as Senior Vice President for enterprise applications and services for Hurwitz Group and has held key positions at AT&T Bell Laboratories and Lucent Technologies. Fern spent eight years at Bell Laboratories leading the development of innovative approaches and systems to analyze marketing and operational data. Fern has published numerous articles on data mining and information technology and she is an adjunct professor at Bentley College, where she teaches courses in Information Systems and Business. Fern received her BA from Colgate University and her Ph.D. from Texas A&M University. Recent Blog Posts Four Vendor Views on Big Data and Big Data Analytics: IBM Next in my discussion of big data providers is IBM. Big data plays right into IBM's portfolio of solutions in the information management space. It also dove tails very nicely with the company's Smarter Planet strategy. Smarter Planet... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 31st January '12 Four Vendor Views on Big Data and Big Data Analytics Part 2- SAS Next up in my discussion on big data providers is SAS. What's interesting about SAS is that, in many ways, big data analytics is really just an evolution for the company. One of the company's goals has always been to support complex... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 15th December '11 SAP moves to social media analysis with NetBase partnership Today, SAP and NetBase announced that SAP will resell NetBase solutions as the SAP® Social Media Analytics application by NetBase. What does this mean? According to the announcement: "SAP Social Media Analytics is a cloud-based solution that... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 13th December '11 Attensity on Big Data and Big Data Analytics I am often asked whether it is the vendors or the end users who are driving the Big Data market. I usually reply that both are. There are early adopters of any technology that push the vendors to evolve their own products and services. The vendors... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 17th November '11 The Inaugural Hurwitz & Associates Predictive Analytics Victory Index is complete! For more years than I like to admit, I have been focused on the importance of managing data so that it helps companies anticipate changes and therefore be prepared to take proactive action. Therefore, as I watched the market for predictive... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 29th September '11 Informatica announces 9.1 and puts stake in the ground around big data Last week, Informatica announced the release of the Informatica 9.1 Platform for Big Data. The company joins other data-centric vendors such as EMC and IBM by putting its stake in the ground around the hot topic of Big Data. Informatica defines... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 13th June '11 EMC and Big Data - Observations from EMC World 2011 I attended EMC's User Conference last week in Las Vegas. The theme of the event was Big Data meets the Cloud. So, what's going on with Big Data and EMC? Does this new strategy make sense? EMC acquired Greenplum in 2010. At the time... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 20th May '11 What is Networked Content? This is the first in a series of blogs about text analytics and content management. This one uses an interview format. I recently had an interesting conversation with Daniel Mayer, from TEMIS, regarding his new paper, the Networked Content... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 13th April '11 Five vendors committed to content analytics for ECM In 2007, Hurwitz & Associates fielded one of the first market studies on text analytics. At that time, text analytics was considered to be more of a natural extension to a business intelligence system than a content management system. However,... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 6th April '11 Highlights from the Hurwitz & Associates Advanced Analytics Survey Hurwitz & Associates conducted an online survey on advanced analytics in January 2011. Over 160 companies across a range of industries and company size participated in the survey. The goal of the survey was to understand how companies are using... Dr Fern Halper, Hurwitz & Associates | 24th February '11 |
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Linnerooth Earns Dean's Award 02/07/2012 River Current News - Online |
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| Sam Linnerooth, a graduate of Cedarcrest High School, earned the Dean's Award at Colgate University according to a statement released by the College on February 3. The Dean's Award recognizes academic excellence during the 2011 fall term, where Linnerooth is a member of the Class of 2014.
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Former Syracuse University lacrosse star Matt Abbott joins Colgate staff as volunteer assistant 02/07/2012 Post-Standard - Online Dave Rahme |
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| By Dave Rahme / The Post-Standard
Dick Blume / The Post-StandardSyracuse University lacrosse player Matt Abbott, left, checks the ball out of the stick of Cornell's Roy Lang during the 2009 national title game. Abbott has joined the Colgate coaching staff as a volunteer assistant coach. Syracuse, NY -- Former Syracuse University men's lacrosse star Matt Abbott has joined the staff at Colgate as a volunteer assistant coach. Abbott, who helped SU win consecutive national championships in 2008-09, will join his older brother, Mike, who is a paid assistant on first-year head coach Mike Murphy's staff. Here is the news release from Colgate: Colgate head coach Mike Murphy has announced the addition of Matt Abbott to the coaching staff as a volunteer assistant coach. Matt currently plays Major League Lacrosse with the Chesapeake Bayhawks. "I am very excited that Matt has joined our staff," stated Murphy, a former assistant at Army. "We spent four years trying to defend him at my last job so it's nice to have him on our side now. Matt is still a great player in his own right and he has a great demeanor with our players, so I know he will really help our players get better. My hope is that he will help our midfielders reach their full potential." Former Syracuse men's lacrosse standout and brother of assistant coach Mike Abbott, Matt was a four-year member of Syracuse when the team won back-to-back national championships in 2008 and 2009. As a co-captain his senior year Matt was named to the USILA All-America First Team, the NCAA Championship All-Tournament Team, was a USILA Scholar All-American and a finalist for the Tewaaraton Trophy and Lowe's Senior CLASS Award. After a successful senior season at Syracuse he was selected ninth overall by the Chesapeake Bayhawks in the 2009 MLL Collegiate Draft. In three seasons with the Bayhawks he has played in 23 games, recording 10 goals and 10 assists for 20 points while also collecting a total of 65 groundballs. He was also named to the 2009 U.S. Men's Lacrosse Training Team and was selected to play in the 2010 and 2011 MLL All-Star Games. "It's nice to have another set of eyes evaluating and educating our student-athletes," Murphy said. "I could not be more excited to have completed our staff with such a fine young man." Matt holds a master's degree in finance and a bachelor's degree in finance and accounting from Syracuse University. He completed his first degree in 2009 and his second in May 2010. He is also currently an investment advisor at Armory Capital Management in Syracuse. Colgate opens its season vs. Bryant at 1 p.m. Saturday in Hamilton. |
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University Using iPad Kiosks To Engage Campus Visitors 02/07/2012 EFY Times |
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| Now, here's a new concept in the form of iPad Kiosks which is enabling Colgate University to engage campus visitors with interactive information.
Tuesday, February 07, 2012: iPad Kiosk is the new tool employed by the Colgate University. Presently, the University is using two iPad kiosks in the lobby of its main admission building to engage campus visitors. These new kiosks with iPads are provided by iPadKiosks.com, which is designed to provide an interactive experience to a college visitor's tour. With these iPad kiosks, users can access campus map and an area map that highlights restaurant and lodging options, videos and photos, University fast facts, the campus calendar and sections that feature the successes of Colgate alumni, says a PRWeb.com post. "iPadKiosks.com provided us with the perfect vehicle for our interactive iPad display. The kiosks are very popular in our admission lobby, and provide important information to visitors in a fun way," said Tim O'Keeffe, director of Web content. iPadKiosks.com's kiosk consists of a secure, radio-transparent, industrial-plastic head mounted on a durable steel base. Presently, the iPad kiosks come in standalone, countertop and wall-mounted models. You can visit http://www.ipadkiosks.com/index.html for the pricing details for the different iPad kiosk models. |
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5 Things You Need To Know Today: Feb. 7 02/07/2012 Bedford Patch Credit Ryan O'Connor |
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| "Five Things You Need to Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance.
http://bedford-nh.patch.com/assets 1. SAU 25 Deliberative Session. The Bedford School Board and residents will review 10 warrant articles, including its proposed $60,038,867 operating budget, at the Deliberative Session of School District Meeting at Bedford High School cafeteria at 7 p.m. 2. Not Able to Make the Deliberative Session? Follow it live here. We'll run a live blog of the School District Meeting, which you can access right from the Bedford Patch home page, beginning at 7 tonight. 3. More Sun - Like yesterday, Weather.com is reporting the skies today will offer few obstructions to the sun today. Temperatures will be slightly cooler, falling to a high of 41 degrees, but the chance of precipitation is 10 percent. 4. Local Achievements of the Day. The following students from Colgate University are recipients of the Dean's Award for academic excellence during the 2011 fall term at Colgate University. To be eligible for the Dean's Award, a Colgate student must achieve a 3.30 or higher average while enrolled in four courses. A member of the Colgate class of 2015, Emilyann Walker Keller, is the daughter of Mr. David W. Keller Mrs. Cheryl A. Keller. Keller is a graduate of The Derryfield School. A member of the Colgate class of 2014, David Thomas Myers, is the son of Dr. Mark D. Myers Dr. Carol D. Myers. Myers is a graduate of Bedford High School. 5. Bulldog Bites. The following is a schedule (provided by HighSchoolSports.net) of all BHS athletics events for the day: |
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Neighbors: Essays winners named in Ithaca College MLK contest 02/07/2012 Democrat and Chronicle - Online |
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| Neighbors: Essays winners named in Ithaca College MLK contest
6:55 PM, Feb. 6, 2012 | Ithaca -- Two student essays won top honors for a writing contest honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Sponsored by Ithaca College for New Roots Charter School students, the contest was part of the college's week-long celebration of the civil rights leader held last week. Jacob Gelber, a senior who resides in Ithaca and Newfield, and Irene Case, a freshman from Ithaca, won for their essays on the themes of personal change and sacrifice for progress. The essays "produced some of the most passionate social justice writing I have seen in years," said Don Austin, assistant director community service and leadership development at Ithaca College, who coordinated the contest. "Their essays were creative and full of ideas for how we can redefine 'greatness,' and how we will forge a better world for future generations," Austin said. Gelber and Case were recognized for their achievement during a keynote address by Mayor Svante Myrick. Dean's List The following students were named to the dean's list for the fall 2011 semester at their respective institutions: Ithaca Karis Boyce, Roberts Wesleyan; Avalon Hayes Bunge, Colgate University; Sean Douglas Carnell, Clemson; Christian J. Leonard, Clarkson University; Kevin Nicholson, Gettysburg College; Cheyenne Reynolds, Springfield College; Eliza Sherpa, Skidmore College; Beal St. George, Skidmore College; Nicholas S. Van Derzee, Clarkson University Dryden Lindsay Becker, Roberts Wesleyan; Kayla Lane, SUNY Cortland |
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Trident Capital Promotes 02/07/2012 peHUB Angela Sormani |
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| Trident Capital, a venture capital firm focusing on software, Internet and business services companies, has promoted Matthew Chagan to principal of the firm. Chagan was previously a vice president of Trident. He will continue to focus on investments primarily in the Internet and mobile sectors.
PRESS RELEASE Trident Capital, a leading venture capital firm focusing on Software, Internet, and Business Services companies, today announced that Matthew Chagan has been promoted to Principal of the firm. Chagan, who joined Trident in 2007, was previously a Vice President of Trident. He will continue to focus on investments primarily in the Internet and Mobile sectors. “Matt has been an increasingly valuable member of our investment team,” said John Moragne, a Trident co-founder and Sr. Managing Director. “This promotion is in recognition of the deal sourcing, investment judgment and company building skills that Matt has demonstrated.” Before joining Trident, Chagan was a Vice President in the Private Capital Group at SVB Alliant, Silicon Valley Bank's investment banking arm, where he worked on a number of transactions in the software, communications and internet sectors. Before that, he was the Director of Finance at SOMA Networks, a WiMAX systems company focused on selling hardware, software and services to telecom carriers. Before SOMA, Matthew worked as an Associate in Banc of America Securities' Technology Investment Banking Group. Matt holds a B.A. in Economics and Political Science from Colgate University where he graduated cum laude. About Trident Capital Trident Capital is a leading venture capital firm committed to empowering entrepreneurs to build innovative and industry leading businesses. Trident invests across multiple stages, from early startup to growth equity, in the Software, Internet and Business Services sectors. Trident is particularly recognized for its expertise and investments in Cloud Computing, IT Security, Health Care IT, AdTech and Outsourcing. Trident has helped build large numbers of successful companies within its areas of focus by applying substantial investment experience, sector expertise and operating skills as well as broad networks of entrepreneurs and industry executives. Trident has more than $1.9 billion of capital under management, including its most recent fund, Trident Capital Fund VII, and has invested in more than 170 companies since firm inception in 1993. The firm is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. www.tridentcap.com . |
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iPad Kiosks Engaging Visitors at Colgate University 02/07/2012 KDKA-TV - Online (press release) |
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| Colgate University is using two iPad kiosks in the lobby of its main admission building to engage campus visitors.
The iPads and kiosks from iPadKiosks.com offer an interactive experience that supplements a visitor's tour. The kiosks feature a campus map and an area map that highlights restaurant and lodging options, videos and photos, University fast facts, the campus calendar, and sections that features the successes of Colgate alumni. "iPadKiosks.com provided us with the perfect vehicle for our interactive iPad display. The kiosks are very popular in our admission lobby, and provide important information to visitors in a fun way," said Tim O'Keeffe, director of web content. iPadKiosks.com is a subsidiary of Kiosk Group, Inc. and is based in Frederick, Maryland. Their line of iPad kiosks are designed by award-winning consultant Jer Schweickart specifically around the iPad's distinctive feature set. Each kiosk consists of a secure, radio-transparent, industrial-plastic head mounted on a durable steel base. The iPad kiosks are available in standalone, countertop and wall-mounted models. For this project, Colgate chose the standalone model, recently redesigned to meet the new Americans with Disabilities Act standards coming into effect in March 2012. Kiosk Group, which has long been a leader in the field of ADA-compliant kiosks, was an obvious choice. "The staff at Colgate were focused on making sure their kiosks would be accessible for all of their users. As our first customer for our newest standalone iPad kiosks, Colgate is staying ahead of the curve in terms of ADA compliance and showing a real commitment to equal access," said Mike James, President of Kiosk Group. Photos, pricing and detailed information about iPad kiosks can be seen at http://www.iPadKiosks.com. For more information, contact Kiosk Group at 1-888-569-5467. Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/iPadKiosk/tabletenclosure/prweb9171722.htm PRWeb.com |
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St. Thomas alum scores lucky seven in American hoops win - Ultimate Memorial 02/06/2012 http://www.ultimatememorial.com/ |
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| St. Thomas alum scores lucky seven in American hoops win Ultimate Memorial by Keith Loria | February 6, 2012 5:05 pm Blake Jolivette, a 2009 graduate of St. Thomas High School, netted seven points to help American University to a 59-58 win over Colgate University in men's college basketball action on Saturday.
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Leadership professor leaves Richmond for Colgate - The Collegian -- University of Richmond 02/06/2012 http://thecollegianur.com/ |
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| Leadership professor leaves Richmond for Colgate The Collegian — University of Richmond By Molly Gentzel Douglas Hicks, professor of leadership studies and religion, has been appointed provost and dean of faculty at Colgate University. Hicks said he will use the knowledge of leadership that he has gained as a Jepson professor to help him ...
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African-American Nyack Alums Talk Success - Patch.com 02/06/2012 http://nyack.patch.com/ |
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| African-American Nyack Alums Talk Success Patch.com One day, the summer after graduating Nyack High School, Chester Felts was laying in bed when he got a call from someone at Colgate University, where he was scheduled to start his freshman year that September. The person from the school said there was ...
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5 Things You Need To Know Today: Feb. 6 - Patch.com 02/06/2012 http://bedford-nh.patch.com/ |
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| 5 Things You Need To Know Today: Feb. 6 Patch.com The following students from Colgate University are recipients of the Dean's Award for academic excellence during the 2011 fall term at Colgate University: A member of the Colgate class of 2015, Emilyann Walker Keller, is the daughter of Mr. David W. and more »
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School winners - HeraldNet 02/06/2012 http://heraldnet.com/ |
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| School winners HeraldNet David Poortinga, a student at Colgate University, was recently inducted into the Colgate chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, the national scholastic honorary society that recognizes outstanding academic achievement of first-year students.
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Dean's List 02/06/2012 News-Sun - Online Barton College |
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| The following students were named to the Dean's List:
Zion: Mark Cox. Clemson University, S.C. Highland Park: Allegra Simone. Lake Forest: Ryan Atherley, Samantha Culbertson, Joseph Pray II, Shannon Smales. Lincolnshire: Natalie Jo Amidei, Kristen Devries. Colgate University, Hamilton, N.Y. Deerfield: Roberta Lee. Lake Forest: Claire Donohue. Concordia University, Mequon, Wis. Antioch: Erica Almodovar, Laura Hinrichs. Gurnee: Rebecca Dahm. Ingleside: Kimberly Hendrickson. Island Lake: Nickolas Kooi. Lake Villa: Joseph Crowell, Valerie Witwicki. Lake Zurich: Hailey Greene. Lindenhurst: Anna Gruen. Mundelein: Timothy Hendricks. Volo: Joseph Moro. Waukegan: Jessica Van Heirseele. Winthrop Harbor: Robert Meilbeck. Cornell College, Mount Vernon, Iowa Deerfield: Ian Thomas, Tessa Smith. Gurnee: Brooke Beskow. Denison University, Granville, Ohio Deerfield: Maighdlin Reagan. Gurnee: Lawrence Farmer. Highland Park: Stephen Stitcher. Lake Forest: Cameron Crowe, Mark Magnus, Andrew Shaw. Libertyville: David Locke. |
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Essays winners named in Ithaca College MLK contest 02/06/2012 Ithaca Journal - Online Matt Hayes |
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| Ithaca -- Two student essays won top honors for a writing contest honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Sponsored by Ithaca College for New Roots Charter School students, the contest was part of the college's week-long celebration of the civil rights leader held last week. Jacob Gelber, a senior who resides in Ithaca and Newfield, and Irene Case, a freshman from Ithaca, won for their essays on the themes of personal change and sacrifice for progress. The essays "produced some of the most passionate social justice writing I have seen in years," said Don Austin, assistant director community service and leadership development at Ithaca College, who coordinated the contest. "Their essays were creative and full of ideas for how we can redefine 'greatness,' and how we will forge a better world for future generations," Austin said. Gelber and Case were recognized for their achievement during a keynote address by Mayor Svante Myrick. Dean's List The following students were named to the dean's list for the fall 2011 semester at their respective institutions: Ithaca Karis Boyce, Roberts Wesleyan; Avalon Hayes Bunge, Colgate University; Sean Douglas Carnell, Clemson; Christian J. Leonard, Clarkson University; Kevin Nicholson, Gettysburg College; Cheyenne Reynolds, Springfield College; Eliza Sherpa, Skidmore College; Beal St. George, Skidmore College; Nicholas S. Van Derzee, Clarkson University Dryden Lindsay Becker, Roberts Wesleyan; Kayla Lane, SUNY Cortland Lansing Julie Corey, University of Charleston; Michelle Sawyer Have a good news item on your Tompkins County neighbors? Send it to Neighbors at ijnews@gannett.com. |
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Super weekend in more ways than one 02/06/2012 Greenwich Time - Online |
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| There was something that was super this past weekend other than the Super Bowl.
For the 12th consecutive year over 100 students and 30-plus volunteer parents produced the "Super Show" at Central Middle School last Friday and Saturday night. Led by creator/producer/director Anne Beaty, students from CMS were joined by students from North Street School, Julian Curtiss School and Cos Cob School for this wonderful variety/game show. This year the show featured the nationally known Colgate 13 (Colgate University a cappella group - some of whom were in the Super Show) and a troupe of break dancers from New York City. Acting, dancing, singing, even some Tebowing -- the Super Show has it all and children in our town get a chance to be a star in this wonderfully entertaining annual event. Hip Hip Hooray to Anne Beaty! She makes all the costumes, runs the rehearsals and is the force behind the Super Show. Thanks Anne, and all the volunteers, and to the cast -- You Were Super! Tom McGarrity Greenwich No traffic cams We just returned to Connecticut from living in Los Angeles for more than 20 years and experienced the implementation of red light cameras. In theory, the idea of catching red light runners and increasing safety with cameras at intersections while raising government revenue seems plausible. In practice, not the case. First and most costly: collateral damage - the intimidation factor while approaching a light with a camera causes a variety of abnormal behaviors and leads to an increase in rear-end accidents/injuries as motorists jam on their brakes as it turns yellow. Motorists in an intersection waiting to turn will panic and cause additional accidents. Those are two obvious scenarios, but there are more. Less obvious is the negative psychological effect at various levels. The Big Brother effect has deep implications that begin with fear, anger and frustration, followed by avoidance of the area, and ultimately the potential for moving out of the area and/or the state. Do not underestimate the ramifications of loss of business and property values due to the fear of future government controls and loss of freedom. Second, the courts will be swamped with motorists who dispute the ticket, and they are disputable. This is a massive waste of time and money for the motorists and the court. Third, the ticket prices must be high (in the multiple hundreds) to justify the costs associated with the program. The revenue gets divided up between a variety of entities. The state revenue justification is nonsense. Lastly, whomever is in power if/when this is implemented will not be come the next election. It is a lose/lose proposition. Justin C. Beck Fairfield The nonprofit answer I agree with malpractice attorney Christopher Bernard that the health care system needs to find ways to improve access for the poor, the uninsured, and members of minority groups ("Minorities suffer from lack of access, quality of medical care," Op-ed, Jan. 27). But poor access is a problem that affects all Americans. The rich and the uninsured as well as minority groups all have problems getting timely appointments with physicians. Why is this? One reason is that there are not enough physicians around to handle the demand for their services. Another is that the physicians that are around waste a lot of time and energy dealing with the burdensome regulations that insurance companies have placed on them. Like a powerful virus, these regulations have reached epidemic proportions, spreading inefficiency and demoralization throughout the entire medical profession and robbing physicians of their integrity and their professional ideals. But, the worse that can be said about insurers' regulations is that they are a serious distraction that can cloud physicians' judgment and can lead to errors, and even malpractice. In fact, I would not be surprised if someday a physician accused of malpractice places the blame on the insurers' distractions! The point is that patients and physicians were better off in the days of indemnity insurance. Insurers' pretense to control costs with their "managed care" strategy has fragmented our health care system. As insurance companies turn out record profits, everyone, poor and wealthy alike, is having a hard time with access to health care and with buying health insurance. Clearly, when lawmakers make insurers nonprofit entities, many of the problems that Attorney Bernard is aptly concerned about will be solved. Edward J. Volpintesta |
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Trident Capital Promotes Matthew Chagan to Principal 02/06/2012 WBZ-TV - Online (press release) |
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| By: Trident Capital via Marketwire News Releases
PALO ALTO, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 02/06/12 -- Trident Capital, a leading venture capital firm focusing on Software, Internet, and Business Services companies, today announced that Matthew Chagan has been promoted to Principal of the firm. Chagan, who joined Trident in 2007, was previously a Vice President of Trident. He will continue to focus on investments primarily in the Internet and Mobile sectors. "Matt has been an increasingly valuable member of our investment team," said John Moragne, a Trident co-founder and Sr. Managing Director. "This promotion is in recognition of the deal sourcing, investment judgment and company building skills that Matt has demonstrated." Before joining Trident, Chagan was a Vice President in the Private Capital Group at SVB Alliant, Silicon Valley Bank's investment banking arm, where he worked on a number of transactions in the software, communications and internet sectors. Before that, he was the Director of Finance at SOMA Networks, a WiMAX systems company focused on selling hardware, software and services to telecom carriers. Before SOMA, Matthew worked as an Associate in Banc of America Securities' Technology Investment Banking Group. Matt holds a B.A. in Economics and Political Science from Colgate University where he graduated cum laude. About Trident Capital Trident Capital is a leading venture capital firm committed to empowering entrepreneurs to build innovative and industry leading businesses. Trident invests across multiple stages, from early startup to growth equity, in the Software, Internet and Business Services sectors. Trident is particularly recognized for its expertise and investments in Cloud Computing, IT Security, Health Care IT, AdTech and Outsourcing. Trident has helped build large numbers of successful companies within its areas of focus by applying substantial investment experience, sector expertise and operating skills as well as broad networks of entrepreneurs and industry executives. Trident has more than $1.9 billion of capital under management, including its most recent fund, Trident Capital Fund VII, and has invested in more than 170 companies since firm inception in 1993. The firm is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. www.tridentcap.com. |
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School winners | HeraldNet.com - Life 02/06/2012 Daily Herald - Online, The |
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| Published: Monday, February 6, 2012
School winners Local students earn honors at Cottey Two local students recently received scholastic honors at Cottey College. Felicia Figgins, daughter of Angela and Scott Figgins of Everett, and Paige Ott, daughter of Leslie Ann White of Snohomish, were placed on the president's list at Cottey College for scholastic performance during the fall 2011 semester. In order to be placed on the president's list, a student's grade point average must be between a 3.75 and 4.0 on a 4.0 scale, with a minimum of 12 credit hours completed. Cottey College, in Nevada, Mo., is an independent, liberal arts and sciences college for women. Oak Harbor student on Toledo dean's list Natasha Bratz of Oak Harbor was among more than 3,000 students from The University of Toledo who made the fall 2011 dean's list. The dean's list recognizes full-time undergraduate students who earn a 3.5 or above grade point average for the semester. The University of Toledo is in Toledo, Ohio. Student honored at Colgate University David Poortinga, a student at Colgate University, was recently inducted into the Colgate chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, the national scholastic honorary society that recognizes outstanding academic achievement of first-year students. Currently a sophomore at Colgate, Poortinga is the son of James and Linda Poortinga of Arlington. Poortinga received the distinction for having earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the 2010-11 academic year. Colgate is a liberal arts college in Hamilton, N.Y. WWU awards scholarships Western Washington University students Kramer Elwell and Ayana Uriu recently received scholarships. Elwell received a $1,000 College of Fine and Performing Arts dean's scholarship for the current academic year. He is the son of Cory and Julie Elwell of Marysville. Elwell, a senior, has earned a 3.67 grade point average majoring in percussion performance and music composition. He plans to graduate this year. Uriu received a $1,500 Settlemeyer College of Fine and Performing Arts scholarship for the current academic year. She is the daughter of Daisuke and Louise Uriu of Everett. Uriu, a senior, has earned a 3.9 grade point average majoring in theater with concentrations in stage management, acting and theater management. She plans to graduate in June and her professional goal is to become a stage manager at a nonprofit regional theater. Schack awards art scholarship to senior The Schack Art Center, an Everett nonprofit, plans to award the Susan Jane Russell Art Scholarship to Sarah Sprouse, a senior at Edmonds Heights K-12, an alternative home-schooling program with the Edmonds School District. Sarah will receive a $1,000 cash award for tuition. She will be honored at a ceremony March 22 at the Everett Civic Auditorium. Each year the award is given to an outstanding art student who plans on attending a community college, college, university, or art school in the fall of 2012, majoring in the visual arts, arts education or an art related focus. Everett resident a Northwestern grad Elizabeth McKeon of Everett graduated cum laude from the FOCUS Degree Completion program at Northwestern College in St. Paul, Minn. McKeon received a bachelor of science in psychology. The FOCUS degree completion program is for working adults who want to continue their education or complete their degree in a Christian higher education setting. Missouri graduate from Lynnwood Mark Mazarek of Lynnwood recently graduated from Missouri University of Science and Technology. Mazarek earned a master of science degree in systems engineering. More than 450 candidates received degrees during a ceremony held Dec. 19. The university is in Rolla, Mo. |
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School winners 02/06/2012 Daily Herald - Online, The |
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| Local students earn honors at Cottey
Two local students recently received scholastic honors at Cottey College. Felicia Figgins, daughter of Angela and Scott Figgins of Everett, and Paige Ott, daughter of Leslie Ann White of Snohomish, were placed on the president's list at Cottey College for scholastic performance during the fall 2011 semester. In order to be placed on the president's list, a student's grade point average must be between a 3.75 and 4.0 on a 4.0 scale, with a minimum of 12 credit hours completed. Cottey College, in Nevada, Mo., is an independent, liberal arts and sciences college for women. Oak Harbor student on Toledo dean's list Natasha Bratz of Oak Harbor was among more than 3,000 students from The University of Toledo who made the fall 2011 dean's list. The dean's list recognizes full-time undergraduate students who earn a 3.5 or above grade point average for the semester. The University of Toledo is in Toledo, Ohio. Student honored at Colgate University David Poortinga, a student at Colgate University, was recently inducted into the Colgate chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, the national scholastic honorary society that recognizes outstanding academic achievement of first-year students. Currently a sophomore at Colgate, Poortinga is the son of James and Linda Poortinga of Arlington. Poortinga received the distinction for having earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the 2010-11 academic year. Colgate is a liberal arts college in Hamilton, N.Y. WWU awards scholarships Western Washington University students Kramer Elwell and Ayana Uriu recently received scholarships. Elwell received a $1,000 College of Fine and Performing Arts dean's scholarship for the current academic year. He is the son of Cory and Julie Elwell of Marysville. Elwell, a senior, has earned a 3.67 grade point average majoring in percussion performance and music composition. He plans to graduate this year. Uriu received a $1,500 Settlemeyer College of Fine and Performing Arts scholarship for the current academic year. She is the daughter of Daisuke and Louise Uriu of Everett. Uriu, a senior, has earned a 3.9 grade point average majoring in theater with concentrations in stage management, acting and theater management. She plans to graduate in June and her professional goal is to become a stage manager at a nonprofit regional theater. Schack awards art scholarship to senior The Schack Art Center, an Everett nonprofit, plans to award the Susan Jane Russell Art Scholarship to Sarah Sprouse, a senior at Edmonds Heights K-12, an alternative home-schooling program with the Edmonds School District. Sarah will receive a $1,000 cash award for tuition. She will be honored at a ceremony March 22 at the Everett Civic Auditorium. Each year the award is given to an outstanding art student who plans on attending a community college, college, university, or art school in the fall of 2012, majoring in the visual arts, arts education or an art related focus. Everett resident a Northwestern grad Elizabeth McKeon of Everett graduated cum laude from the FOCUS Degree Completion program at Northwestern College in St. Paul, Minn. McKeon received a bachelor of science in psychology. The FOCUS degree completion program is for working adults who want to continue their education or complete their degree in a Christian higher education setting. Missouri graduate from Lynnwood Mark Mazarek of Lynnwood recently graduated from Missouri University of Science and Technology. Mazarek earned a master of science degree in systems engineering. More than 450 candidates received degrees during a ceremony held Dec. 19. The university is in Rolla, Mo. |
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Andy Rooney Biography - Facts, Birthday, Life Story - Biography.com 02/06/2012 Biography Channel - Online, The |
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| Andy Rooney is an American journalist. After college, he was drafted into the Army and in 1943 was the first American journalist to visit the German concentration camps. In 1949, he joined CBS as a writer for Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts , then moved on to The Garry Moore Show . In 1972, he began working for 60 Minutes , hosting the now-famous commentary segment,
Contents Synopsis War Correspondent CBS News Career Controversies Writer, correspondent, producer. Born January 14, 1919, in Albany, New York, as Andrew Aitken Rooney, the son of Walter Scott Rooney and Ellinor Reynolds Rooney. Rooney attended the Albany Academy, an independent college-preparatory day school, and later Colgate University in upstate New York. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1941, and began writing for the Stars and Stripes in London a year later. In 1943, he was one of seven correspondents who flew on the second American bombing raid over Germany, and later was one of the first American journalists to visit and write about the German concentration camps. Later, Rooney would comment on how the war had a profound effect on shaping his experience as a writer and reporter. CBS News Andy Rooney joined CBS (the Columbia Broadcasting System) in 1949 as a writer for Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts, which was a hit on radio and television, reaching No. 1 in the television ratings in 1952. From 1959 to 1965, he wrote for The Garry Moore Show, which also became a hit TV program for CBS. During this time Rooney began focusing more on serious writing, penning pieces for CBS News public affairs programs such as The 20th Century. In 1968, he joined the staff of the new CBS current affairs program 60 Minutes, working as a producer for Harry Reasoner during the show's first few seasons. He also wrote two CBS News specials that year as part of the series Of Black America. One of them, the segment "Black History: Lost, Stolen, or Strayed," won him his first Emmy Award. It was during this time that Rooney also won his third Writers Guild Award, for his work on the news special "An Essay on War." But CBS was not pleased with the controversial, morally questioning piece, and Rooney resigned from CBS when the network refused to air the special. The program was later broadcast on PBS's The Great American Dream Machine, and Rooney headed to ABC, teaming up with Harry Reasoner to create an award-winning series of television essays. Rooney returned to CBS in 1972, again working for 60 Minutes. He also wrote, produced and narrated a series of broadcasts for CBS News on various aspects of America and American life, including "Mr. Rooney Goes to Washington," for which he won a Peabody Award in 1975. In 1978, Rooney would become a Sunday night TV staple when he put together a segment for the conclusion of 60 Minutes, entitled "A Few Minutes With Andy Rooney." In Rooney's short commentary, the writer sat behind a walnut desk, which he built himself, and offered a satirical (some might say "grumpy"; others would say "blunt") view of trivial, everyday themes ranging from umbrellas and current events to shoelaces and salad dressing. The short clips aired each week as a summer replacement for the debate segment "Point/Counterpoint" featuring Shana Alexander and James Kilpatrick, but the segment became a hit with viewers, and replaced "Point/Counterpoint" the end of the 1978–1979 Celebrity Connections Show More Connections Fact Check: We strive for accuracy and fairness. If you see something that doesn't look right, contact us! |
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365 Prescriptions for the Soul - Prescription #265: Insight 02/06/2012 HealthWorld Online Bernie Siegel |
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| rescriptions for the Soul
WHAT IS USUALLY CALLED “wisdom” is passed on generation after generation within a family because of the beneficial effect it has had over the years. However, what many of us call wisdom is really insight. Insight is a source of wisdom when it does not come from fear. Learn not to be afraid of life and not to listen to the negative insights that come from a fear of life and not the experience of it. I love what Mark Twain said about experience: “We should be careful to get out of an experience only the wisdom that is in it — and stop there; lest we be like the cat that sits down on the hot stove-lid. She will never sit down on a hot stove-lid again — and that is well; but also she will never sit down on a cold one anymore.” So learn from the insights you obtain and those of the wise who have preceded you, so as not to live like the cat that Twain talks about. If you have been raised by a mother cat that didn't teach you this, then go out and learn the truth for yourself. Dr. Siegel, who prefers to be called Bernie, not Dr. Siegel, was born in Brooklyn, NY. He attended Colgate University and Cornell University Medical College. He holds membership in two scholastic honor societies, Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha and graduated with honors. His surgical training took place at Yale New Haven Hospital, West Haven Veteran's Hospital and the......more |
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Colgate Honors Dean's List Students 02/06/2012 Mendham-Chester Patch Matt Hames |
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| West Morris Mendham graduates lead the pack.
http://mendham-chester.patch.com/assets Former Minutemen Samantha Nicole Levy and Amanda Danson Brown are recipients of the Dean's Award for academic excellence during the 2011 fall term at Colgate University. A member of the Colgate class of 2015, Samantha Nicole Levy, is the daughter of Mr. Richard J. Levy Mrs. Kimberly Levy. Levy, is also the daughter of Mrs. Jacqueline L. Gulino Mr. Daniel V. Gulino. Levy is a graduate of West Morris Mendham HS. A member of the Colgate class of 2015, Amanda Danson Brown, is the daughter of Mr. Robert K. Brown and Ms. Annchen G. Brown. Brown is a graduate of West Morris Mendham HS. To be eligible for the Dean's Award, a Colgate student must achieve a 3.30 or higher average while enrolled in four courses. Founded in 1819, Colgate University is a highly selective, residential, liberal arts college enrolling nearly 2,900 undergraduates. Situated on a rolling 515-acre campus in central New York State, Colgate University attracts motivated students with diverse backgrounds, interests and talents. Related Topics: Deans List Email me updates about this story. Website: Thanks. We'll email you the next time we update this story. |
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Eachus still harboring his own NFL dreams - Standard Speaker 02/05/2012 http://standardspeaker.com/ |
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| Standard Speaker Eachus still harboring his own NFL dreams Standard Speaker By STEVE STALLONE (Assistant Sports Editor) COLGATE UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS Colgate University senior tailback Nate Eachus (32) runs past a host of Cornell University defenders during a Patriot League game in this file photo. The former Hazleton Area High ...
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Interfaith Witness as a Way of Life 02/05/2012 America - Online |
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Cambridge, MA. This is Interfaith Awareness Week at Harvard, and only in part by coincidence we have scheduled a rich variety of events at the Center for the Study of World Religions. After the week is over, I will reflect on some of what happened and I've learned during it, but for now, I would like to catch up on two testimonies to interfaith awareness that remind us how everything depends on the persons who make learning across religious boundaries - awareness, dialogue, comparative theology, however you express these matters. They are occasioned by the death last summer of Franz Josef Van Beeck, SJ, and in December, of Kenneth W. Morgan. The first link is to The Elijah Interfaith Institute in Jerusalem. Take a look at the website , and you will see that its founder and director, Alon Goshen-Gottstein, has created a space and meeting point among religions that offers a remarkable witness to the importance of the sharing of faith and values across religious boundaries in small and practical ways. But I wish to call your attention to his moving reflection , posted several months back, on his friendship with Fr. Van Beeck, SJ. Joep, as everyone called him, was a renowned theologian who taught for so many years at Boston College and then at Loyola University of Chicago and a prolific author and dynamic lecturer who, among his many writings, often returned to the ways we Christians can and must learn from Judaism and other faith traditions. Joep and Alon worked together on a number of projects over the years, and became good friends. Alon's warm mention of his last visits to Joep testifies to their long friendship, and to the kind of spiritual exchange that manifests the deep and living bonds that do cross boundaries and bring religions closer to one another, however formidable the theological and institutional blocks may seem. The other link I wish to offer you is from my own Center's site, to the memorial we recently posted upon the death of Kenneth W. Morgan, the long-time Director of the interfaith Chapel House at Colgate University, and at 103, one of the very last links of the founding of CSWR in 1960. As the account at our site shows, his commitments too, like those of Joep, added up to a life-long commitment to learning, to finding common ground among diverse religious and secular views, all for the sake of a wisdom that came to fruition in the lives of his many students, and in institutions like Chapel House and CSWR. As readers of this blog know, I believe in the importance of study, theological investigation, and intellectual exchange, and am often enough lost in my books. But reflecting upon the stories told in these two links, I am happy to be able to remind you and me too, that it is in the long run, by commitments that add up to a whole way of life, and in the friendships we form across religious boundaries, that we best play our part in the great interreligious story of our times. Our world will be increasingly interconnected interreligiously, and no one has the power to stop the emerging dialogue; but we have to do it well, and live what we say. Figures like Joep Van Beeck, ever the lively seeker after the truth, and Kenneth Morgan, the wise teacher and builder of communities _ and Alon Goshen-Gottstein too, in his on-going ministry _ remind us that we can live in witness to the new dialogical reality, and at our best make such witness a way of life that flourishes in the friendships near and far that arise as faith made visible, tangible. |
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Out and About Calendar - NewsChannel 9 WSYR 02/05/2012 WSYR-TV - Online |
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| 1/23/12 through 4/1/12 by appointment
If your household income was less than $49,078 through employment in 2011, you may be eligible for free tax preparation this tax season. Community Action Partnership for Madison County (CAP), in partnership with the Madison County Department of Social Services (DSS) and Colgate University, will offer the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance program to income eligible Madison County residents by appointment from January 23 through April 1. Returns are electronically filed and refunds are usually available within two weeks. For information or to make an appointment, please contact Community Action Partnership for Madison County at (315) 697-3588. Senior citizens that would like information or to make an appointment, please call the Madison County Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program at (315) 684-3001. Tax assistance is also available for Chenango County families, for information please call Opportunities for Chenango at (607) 336-2101 or 1-866-456-3051. Chenango County senior citizens please call the Chenango County Area Agency on Aging at (607) 337-1770. CAP is an anti-poverty agency that improves the well-being and safety of children, families, and our community through a variety of programs and services. Last year CAP served approximately 5,000 individuals, nearly one in fourteen Madison County residents. Report User You must be logged in to report violations. |
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Men's Hockey Loses to #20 Colgate - RPI Athletics 02/04/2012 http://www.rpiathletics.com/ |
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| Men's Hockey Loses to #20 Colgate RPI Athletics TROY, NY - Austin Smith, the nation's leading scorer, scored four times to lead the Colgate University men's hockey team to an 8-3 victory over Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in front of a sold-out crowd of 4780 at the Houston Field House. and more »
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Dean's List Update: 11 Westwood Students Honored - Patch.com 02/04/2012 http://westwood.patch.com/ |
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| Dean's List Update: 11 Westwood Students Honored Patch.com Peter Geoffry Lawford Juviler is a recipient of the Dean's Award for academic excellence during the 2011 fall term at Colgate University, where Juviler is a member of the Class of 2015. To be eligible for the Dean's Award, a Colgate student must ... and more »
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Guest Viewpoint: Paterno enriched lives of all he knew - Press & Sun-Bulletin 02/04/2012 http://www.pressconnects.com/ |
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| Guest Viewpoint: Paterno enriched lives of all he knew Press & Sun-Bulletin We first met during my playing days at Colgate University in the mid-'50s. He was Rip Engle's chief assistant when we played Penn State a couple times. "Happy Valley" hadn't been named yet, but I can assure you that guys such as Roosevelt Grier and ...
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American at Colgate 02/04/2012 CBS College Sports Network - Online |
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| HAMILTON, N.Y. (AP) - Charles Hinkle, American University's only player in double figures, scored 23 points including a clutch 3-pointer with 33 seconds left to lift the Eagles past Colgate 59-58 on Saturday.
Down 57-56 in the game's final minute after Colgate's Mike Venezia put the Raiders up with a 3, American wasn't done yet. The Eagles (15-8, 6-2 Patriot League) called a timeout and, once back out on the court, got the ball to their leading scorer who drained what would be the game-winner. The Raiders (7-16, 1-7) had a chance to tie it, but Sterling Melville went 1 of 2 at the charity stripe with 15 seconds left. Colgate got a 3-point attempt off in the final seconds but it wouldn't fall. Hinkle sank five 3-pointers for American, which has now won two straight games and five of six. Venezia was Colgate's only player in double figures, finishing with 13 points. |
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Hinkle scores 23, knocks down late 3 to seal American University's 59-58 win over Colgate 02/04/2012 Daily Journal - Online |
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| HAMILTON, N.Y. — Charles Hinkle, American University's only player in double figures, scored 23 points including a clutch 3-pointer with 33 seconds left to lift the Eagles past Colgate 59-58 on Saturday.
Down 57-56 in the game's final minute after Colgate's Mike Venezia put the Raiders up with a 3, American wasn't done yet. The Eagles (15-8, 6-2 Patriot League) called a timeout and, once back out on the court, got the ball to their leading scorer who drained what would be the game-winner. The Raiders (7-16, 1-7) had a chance to tie it, but Sterling Melville went 1 of 2 at the charity stripe with 15 seconds left. Colgate got a 3-point attempt off in the final seconds but it wouldn't fall. Hinkle sank five 3-pointers for American, which has now won two straight games and five of six. Venezia was Colgate's only player in double figures, finishing with 13 points. |
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No relief for the bag lady of Braamfontein 02/04/2012 Times LIVE - Online |
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| Greg Mills | 2012-02-05 00:10:11.0
ELAND by Clive van den Berg (2007) WHERE: Corner of Bertha and Ameshoff streets, Braamfontein. File photo. THE elderly woman was dragging her two battered suitcases, one red and one black, along Braamfontein's Jorissen Street this week. It is the sort of sight that is all too common in South Africa. Perhaps one bag was her backup for the journey ahead, but I doubt it. Nor was she off to the Big Apple. It was, instead, another reminder of where things have gone badly wrong. The picture was one of struggle: for survival, a job, and relative progress and prosperity. More than a quarter of South Africans are out of work, a figure that creeps up closer to 40% if one includes those wanting, but not actively searching for, a job. Those politicians who peep out from over their razor wire and high walls, behind their darkened windows in their irritatingly wayward cavalcades, or outside their carefully orchestrated stadium appearances, might occasionally glimpse these scenes, and their consciences might be pricked. But in a social setting where consumption signifies success, and elite gratification matters more than basic needs, most politicians apparently could not care less. Instead of job opportunities, we are fed a regular diet of visions, plans, objectives, summits and other pooh-bah occasions of little practical help to our Braamfontein bag lady and the many like her. The National Development Plan, released late last year, aims to right some of these wrongs. The plan has much to recommend it as a generational initiative, aiming at transforming SA society by 2030. Infrastructure, skills, disease, the environment, rural growth, telecom costs and bandwidth, corruption, etc - all of these get a mention in the diagnosis of the problem and the solution. It's all good stuff. However, there are three main problems with the plan. First, it's a long-term fix to an immediate challenge. Second, the state is at the centre of much of the action. If it was competent, this might be a good thing; if it's not, then a big, incompetent state is worse than a smaller, inept one. Government expenditure has risen by 5% of GDP over the past decade to total more than 30%, and government salaries to 42% of government revenue from 31% in 2007. The choice between investment and consumption is tilting, unsustainably, in favour of the latter, a choice the plan acknowledges is a bad one. And, third, related to both of the above, while admittedly too low growth and too few jobs is a complex issue, there are dangers in trying to do everything at once. Fixing the core problems first requires sequencing and getting stuff done. Here the plan hides the issue of labour productivity among myriad recommendations. Perhaps it's too much of a hot potato for government allies to handle, but you are not going to create unskilled (or low-skilled) jobs without making it easier to fire, and cheaper to hire, people. Between the blogs, YouTube appearances, glossy pamphlets, tome-like plans and squawking heads, there are two basic economic paths for SA. One, concentrate on its comparative advantages (things that cannot be got elsewhere, such as minerals, agriculture, tourism and even location) or, two, strengthen its competitive advantages. These are not, of course, mutually exclusive. But the former is largely what we have done since 1994, even though, mainly for reasons of poor infrastructure and predatory legislation, we have not gained as much from the commodity super-cycle as others have achieved. While central to our economic wellbeing, this model relies on the state to efficiently distribute resources, not least to those 15 million South Africans now receiving some form of state welfare. Ensuring greater competitiveness is much more difficult, since, in essence, it means encouraging those companies to invest who have the options of going to 200 other countries worldwide. And in the first few rungs of the development ladder, where most countries start their job-creation and development path, it's all about the relationship between labour costs and labour productivity. "We did not struggle to work in sweatshops," is the rhetorical counter to this reality, a contemporary, "Let them eat cake." Of course, those saying this are not dragging their bags through Braamfontein but through the first-class check-in or VIP facility en route to their limos and suites. There is nothing governments hate more, it seems, than being well-informed. Mills is completing a book on jobs and growth with Jeff Herbst of Colgate University. |
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Finalists named for WCU Provost position 02/04/2012 Western Carolinian - Online |
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| Dr. Richard Starnes, chair of the provost search committee.
Western Carolina's search for a new provost is nearing its deliberating moments. A 16-person committee, tasked with finding and recommending a candidate to Chancellor David Belcher, has narrowed its selection down to three. The original 23 applicants were judged based on criteria outlined by the committee in their template of desired characteristics. Among the traits included were an understanding of the identity of WCU, the ability to develop leaders within the administration, as well as a strong commitment to academic freedom and responsibility. The remaining candidates, Nat Frazer of Utah State University, Suzanne Ozment of the University of South Carolina Aiken, and Denise Battles of the University of Northern Colorado, made campus visits last month to attend interviews and meet with the public. The potential provosts hosted individual presentations on the topic of "The Future of An Engaged Regional University" from 2 to 3:30 p.m. the day of their respective visits. Richard Starnes, chair of the provost search committee and head of the History Department at WCU, stressed that the committee would strongly take into account the response from campus constituents when evaluating the candidates. "The committee has tried to have an open process and has solicited feedback from faculty senates as well as student organizations," Starnes said, but added that, "It was ultimately the chancellor's decision." Committee members have scheduled informal meet and greets along with more formal receptions intended to allow campus constituents the opportunity to garner their impressions of the contenders. Nat Frazer, dean of the College of Natural Resources at Utah State, made his visit on Jan. 20. He conducted a speech and reception within the University Center. Dr. Frazer earned his bachelor's degree in History at the University of Georgia, his master's degree in History and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois at Springfield, and then returned to the University of Georgia to earn his doctorate in Ecology. A tenured professor at a number of universities, he became a dean at Utah State in 2006. In his letter to the committee, Dr. Frazer promises to "make decisions as transparent as possible." Suzanne Ozment, currently the executive chancellor for academic affairs at University of South Carolina - Aiken, visited Western on Jan. 26. She too gave a formal presentation from 2-3:30 p.m. along with a meet and greet session from 4-5 p.m. in the University Center. Dr. Ozment earned each of her degrees from North Carolina universities, including East Carolina University where she obtained her bachelor's and master's degrees in English, and UNC Greensboro where she obtained her doctorate in Victorian literature. She taught at Lenoir-Rhyne College and The Citadel, and became vice chancellor at USC Aiken in 2002. In her response to the committee's ad, Dr. Ozment promises to "promote the intellectual life of the college and to maintain a campus environment that fosters exploration, inquiry, and dialogue—practices at the heart of liberal learning." Denise Battles, dean of the College of Natural and Health Sciences at Northern Colorado, made her visit to campus on Jan. 31. Her presentation and reception was also in the University Center from 2-5 p.m. Dr. Battles earned her bachelor's degree in geology from Colgate University, obtained her doctorate in Geology from the University of California, and graduated from the Management Development Program at Harvard University. Dr. Battles promises to bring "a capacity for leading transformative change" to Western's administration. Starnes admitted that it was "difficult to put a time lime" but expects the new provost to be announced sometime between mid to late February. |
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AP College Sports 02/04/2012 Fort Worth Star-Telegram - Online |
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American U. 59, Colgate 58 Cabrini 76, Marywood 63 Charlotte 69, Fordham 62 Dominican (NY) 70, Sciences (Pa.) 60 Georgetown 75, South Florida 45 Lafayette 62, Navy 41 Lehigh 75, Holy Cross 51 Pitt.-Johnstown 115, Bluefield St. 84 Rutgers-Newark 83, Montclair St. 71 Sacred Heart 66, Fairleigh Dickinson 57 Saint Joseph's 70, La Salle 66 Syracuse 95, St. John's 70 Temple 73, Rhode Island 56 UConn 69, Seton Hall 46 Vermont 82, Hartford 56 SOUTH Cincinnati Christian 81, Berea 67 Coastal Carolina 71, Charleston Southern 58 Coll. of Charleston 74, Appalachian St. 62 Delaware 85, James Madison 80 Florida 73, Vanderbilt 65 Florida St. 58, Virginia 55 Georgia Southern 68, W. Carolina 65 Georgia Tech 51, Boston College 47 LSU 71, Arkansas 65 Memphis 72, Xavier 68 NC State 87, Wake Forest 76 Samford 66, Wofford 61, OT VMI 86, Winthrop 79 MIDWEST Detroit 65, Butler 61 Findlay 85, N. Michigan 76 IUPUI 66, IPFW 63 Milwaukee 81, Green Bay 75 Notre Dame 76, Marquette 59 Ohio 68, Cent. Michigan 42 Ohio St. 58, Wisconsin 52 SOUTHWEST Baylor 64, Oklahoma St. 60 FAR WEST No scores reported from the FAR WEST. |
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Obituaries: Branchburg resident Patricia Ann Steeber has died; graduate of Mount Saint John Academy, Colgate University 02/04/2012 NJ.com |
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| BRANCHBURG — Patricia Ann Steeber passed away Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012.
Patti was a graduate of Mount Saint John Academy and Colgate University. She is survived by her mother, Eileen Kearney; and siblings, Lynn, Karen and Rob. She was the cherished aunt of her niece, Aislinn and nephews, Christopher, Justin, Austin and Patrick. She will remain in our hearts now and always. Services: Funeral liturgy at St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church in Bridgewater, on Monday, Feb. 6 at 10 a.m. There are no calling hours. Memorial donations can be made to Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Metuchen. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Kearns Funeral Home, Whitehouse. Visit kearnsfuneralhome.com for more information or to send condolences. |
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Super Bowl National Anthem Singers: A History 02/04/2012 ABC News Radio - Online Ray Charles |
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| NFL MediaThis Sunday, Kelly Clarkson will take the stage to sing the national anthem at the Super Bowl, making her the fourth American Idol alumn in five years to have that honor, following Jordin Sparks, Carrie Underwood and Jennifer Hudson. No male Idol alumn has ever sung the anthem, though a few weeks ago, some Adam Lambert fans started an online petition to draft the season seven runner-up because he was born in Indianapolis, the city hosting this year's game.
Last year's anthem singer, Christina Aguilera, made headlines when she blew the lyrics; the online betting service Bodog.com is now offering bets on whether or not Kelly will do the same. Messing up the lyrics are one thing, but bum notes are probably not something we can expect from Kelly, who has one of the most powerful voices in pop music today. Kelly's friend Clay Aiken tells ABC News Radio that the two just had dinner and discussed the nerve-wracking prospect of her singing the anthem, but Clay says she's stressing for no reason. "Kelly is a girl who has proven to the world that she knows how to perform live. If anybody is suited to perform live on TV, as a singer, it's Kelly Clarkson," Clay tells ABC News Radio. He adds, "I told her, 'You know what? People will be talking about you the next day because you'll be the first person in six years who hasn't screwed it up!,'" adding, "This is her expertise, singing live on TV...I'm not worried about her at all." Performing the anthem at the Super Bowl is usually a once-in-a-lifetime experience for an artist. However, there are a select few who've gotten to sing the Super Bowl National Anthem twice: Billy Joel, who sang the anthem before Super Bowl 23 and who returned in 2006 to do it again, and Aaron Neville, who did the honors in 1990 and in 2006. For a historical perspective, here's a list of everyone who's ever performed or sang the National Anthem at the Super Bowl: 1 -- Universities of Arizona & Michigan Bands (1967) 2 -- Grambling University Band (1968) 3 -- Anita Bryant (1969) 4 -- Al Hirt (trumpeter) (1970) 5 -- Tommy Loy (trumpeter) (1971) 6 -- U.S. Air Force Academy Chorale (1972) 7 -- Little Angels of Holy Angels Church (Chicago) (1973) 8 -- Charley Pride (1974) 9 -- Grambling University Band (1975) 10 -- Tom Sullivan (1976) 11 -- Vicki Carr (sang "America the Beautiful") (1977) 12 -- Phyllis Kelly of NE Louisiana State University (1978) 13 -- The Colgate Thirteen (1979) 14 -- Cheryl Ladd (1980) 15 -- Helen O'Connell (1981) 16 -- Diana Ross (1982) 17 -- Leslie Easterbrook(1983) 18 -- Barry Manilow (1984) 19 -- Children's Choir of San Francisco (1985) 20 -- Wynton Marsalis (1986) 21 -- Neil Diamond (1987) 22 -- Herb Alpert (1988) 23 -- Billy Joel (1989) 24 -- Aaron Neville (1990) 25 -- Whitney Houston (1991) 26 -- Harry Connick Jr.(1992) 27 -- Garth Brooks (1993) 28 -- Natalie Cole (1994) 29 -- Kathie Lee Gifford (1995) 30 -- Vanessa Williams (1996) 31 -- Luther Vandross (1997) 32 -- Jewel (1998) 33 -- Cher (1999) 34 -- Faith Hill (2000) 36 -- Mariah Carey (2002) 37 -- Dixie Chicks (2003) 38 -- Beyoncé Knowles (2004) 39 -- Combined Choirs of the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Military Academy at West Point, U.S. Coast Guard Academy and U.S. Army Herald Trumpets (2005) 40 -- Aaron Neville with Dr. John And Aretha Franklin (2006) |
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WBS Penguins Game Report: Penguins 4, Hershey 3 02/04/2012 Scranton Times-Tribune - Online, The |
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| Hershey 1 2 0 - 3
Penguins 0 0 4 - 4 First period - 1, Hershey, Mitchell 3 (Carroll, Wellar), 14:59. Penalties - Mormina, WBS (tripping), 16:00. Second period - 2, Hershey, Hanson 10 (Micflikier, Carman), 6:43. 3, Hershey, Kundratek 7 (Micflikier, Bourque), 10:50. Penalties - Mink, Her (interference), 7:42; Thompson, WBS (high-sticking), 15:00; Micflikier, Her (interference), 15:07. Third period - 4, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Williams 7 (Grant, Lerg) (pp), 1:58. 5, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, DeFazio 6 (Williams), 3:51. 6, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Bortuzzo 3 (Strait, Chupp), 4:46. 7, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Thompson 7 (Street, Gibbons), 15:31. Penalties - Holtby, Her (delay of game), 0:17; Marshall, Her minor, major (cross-checking, fighting), 1:38; Craig, WBS, major (fighting), 1:38; Bortuzzo, WBS (closing hand on puck), 19:17. Shots on goal - Hershey 6-12-8-26. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 5-11-9-25. Power-play opportunities - Hershey 0 of 3; Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 1 of 4. Goalies - Hershey, Holtby (21 shots-18 saves). Sabourin, 10-6-2, 4:46 third period (4-3). Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Thiessen 18-12-2 (26-23). A - 6,035. Referee - Chris Ciamaga. Linesmen - Scott Adams, Jud Ritter. Three stars 1. Penguins RW Paul Thompson - game-winning goal 2. Penguins RW Jason Williams - goal, assist 3. Penguins LW Ryan Craig - fighting major By the numbers 9 - consecutive goals scored by Hershey in games between the Bears and Penguins at the Mohegan Sun Arena before the third period Friday night. The Bears won 6-0 on Dec. 27. Speaking "Craiger's sticking up for his teammates. He's always done that. That's why he's our captain. He does those little things well and takes care of a lot of guys. I didn't expect anything less. For him to step up and do what he did was great and I think everyone responded from that." - RW Jason Williams on LW Ryan Craig's third-period fight with Hershey D Kevin Marshall Injury report LW Eric Tangradi had back spasms before the game. He took warm-ups, but couldn't go. â¦The Penguins also played without D Alexandre Picard (upper body), D Boris Valabik (hand) and RW Keven Veilleux (knee). Lineup notes LW Brandon DeFazio, back after missing one game with an upper-body injury, took Tangradi's place in the lineup. ⦠The Penguins also scratched D Philip Samuelsson and LW Ryan Schnell. Next game The Penguins host the Albany Devils at 7:05 tonight. - Where: Mohegan Sun Arena - Tickets: Visit the arena box office, ticketmaster.com or call 1-800-745-3000. - On the air: The game will be televised on WQMY My Network TV and broadcast on 102.3 FM with Tom Grace and Mike O'Brien calling the action. - About the Devils: Albany was 3-3 in its last six games heading into a game at Connecticut on Friday night. ⦠RW Joe Whitney, an undrafted rookie out of Boston College, leads the Devils in scoring with 25 points in 42 games. ⦠C Tim Sestito, who played four games for the Penguins in 2006-07, has nine points in 19 games with Albany. News and notes - Rookie RW Brian Day, who was in training camp with the Penguins and missed the first half of the season with a lower-body injury before being assigned to the ECHL's Wheeling Nailers, has decided to retire to pursue business interests, coach John Hynes said. Day was an honors student at Colgate. - Pittsburgh signed C Joe Vitale to a two-year contract extension worth $550,000 per season Friday. - Two players acquired in trades Thursday - D Kevin Marshall and LW Mike Carman - made their Hershey debuts. Marshall was picked up from Philadelphia for RW Matt Ford and Carman was acquired from Colorado for ex-Penguins D Danny Richmond. The deals help Hershey eliminate a surplus of veterans. |
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Boulat: Lacrosse season is just about here 02/04/2012 Louisville Courier-Journal - Online Ed Boulat |
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| Red men scrimmage at Colgate on Saturday
ITHACA -- If you're like me and are hoping that this "winter" weather we are experiencing is going to continue and that, before we know it, spring will be here, then rest assured: Although I might have just jinxed us all terribly, I also bring good news. Lacrosse season, believe it or not, is within sight. At Cornell, it's even more than that. On Wednesday, the men's team held its first day of practice, the very first step toward what coaches and players hope is a ninth straight trip to the NCAA tournament and another serious bid for the national championship. The Big Red will be at Colgate University Saturday for a scrimmage, home next week for a scrimmage with Johns Hopkins, and then in Geneva on Feb. 25 to kick off the season against its oldest rival, Hobart. March and April may still seem like a good ways away, but as far as Coach Ben DeLuca and his players are concerned, spring is very much here. "We're excited," DeLuca, in his second year at the helm, said Wednesday during the team's annual media day. "We were excited with last year's results, the way the team played," said DeLuca, a four-year letter winner on defense at Cornell in the late 1990s. "It's exciting as an alum to be the person in charge of the program, but it's a new year, we have a new team, and we're looking to build some new chemistry and improve on some of the things we did last year." DeLuca led Cornell to a 14-3 record and a 6-0 Ivy League mark, becoming only the second coach in Ivy history to go through the conference schedule undefeated in his first year. The only other rookie to do it? Cornell legend Ned Harkness, back in 1966. Cornell also won the Ivy League tournament for the first time, and made its eighth straight trip to the NCAA tournament, falling to eventual national champ Virginia in the quarterfinal round. The team returns eight of 11 starters, including USILA National Player of the Year Rob Pannell and fellow preseason All-Americans Roy Lang and Jason Noble. With senior scoring-machine Pannell leading the attack, classmate Lang patrolling the midfield and junior Noble anchoring the defense, Cornell lacrosse fans have a very good reason to be optimistic. "I think we really lucked out, especially in terms of leadership," Lang said. "Each guy really takes accountability for his unit. Everyone just tries to take a little piece and find someone that they can kind of mentor and pat on the back when things get tough." The Big Red enters the 2012 campaign ranked fifth in the Faceoff Yearbook Preseason Coaches' Poll, its highest ranking since 2009. If it were to win the Ivy League this spring, Cornell would claim at least a share of the last 10 regular-season titles. Although that achievement and others are very much on the team's radar, Pannell says, it will be a long time before they can become a priority. "Right now we're focused on ... having the best practices we can have," said Pannell, who scored 89 points last year and is third in school history with 236. "We're going to take it one opponent at a time, which means right now our mind is on Colgate. We've had a few days to prepare and we're going to make sure we get the best out of it possible. After Colgate it'll be Johns Hopkins, and after Johns Hopkins, Hobart. Concentrate on each opponent and don't take anyone for granted." After Hobart, Cornell will play home games against Binghamton, Army and Canisius. Four days after that, the team travels to Baltimore for the Konica Minolta Face-Off Classic at M&T Bank Stadium, where it will get its shot at revenge against the Cavaliers. Ironically, a player who was on Virginia's roster last spring, when UVA ended the Big Red's national title hopes, now dons the carnelian and white of Cornell. Junior transfer Connor English, a highly touted recruit from Long Island, played in 28 games with Virginia but made just five starts, scoring 15 goals and two assists. DeLuca says English will get his shot at both midfield and attack for Cornell, and adds he's been welcomed "with open arms" by his new teammates. He also said the newcomer might be spending a little extra time with Cornell's coaching staff leading up to the Red's game with Virginia on March 10. "We'll talk a little bit, but I think we have a pretty good knowledge and understanding of Virginia as a team," DeLuca said. "We see them enough, but it can never hurt to have someone who's been on the inside." Another thing that will help Cornell this season will be the experience DeLuca gained last year. He admits to there being some "pretty hectic and choppy" times last spring, but says he feels a huge difference going into his second season, especially with so many experienced players returning. "I just think having a year under our belts as a staff and being a little more comfortable with the process and with our guys is going to be a big difference," DeLuca said. "It's definitely a lot more calm. There's been a lot of stability, which has been helpful." Journal sportswriter Ed Boulat can be reached by email at eboulat@gannett.com. |
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Guest view: Sculpture Space made great strides under Waller 02/04/2012 Observer-Dispatch - Online, The |
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| Annsville standoff ends in tear gas, suspect in basement
Guest view: Sculpture Space made great strides under Waller By CHARLIE FISHER Observer-Dispatch Posted Feb 04, 2012 @ 12:00 AM Members of the International Advisory Board of Sculpture Space wish to acknowledge the contributions of Sydney Waller who recently stepped down as executive director to start an arts business in Cooperstown. Since 2003, Waller with her board led the non-profit arts organization through a period of unprecedented growth, inconceivable 10 years ago. This was partly due to her ability to envision Sculpture Space "expanding" from its physical location and creating influence further afield. In 2005-06, the organization celebrated its 30th anniversary, and Waller organized an ambitious program that included a symposium at Colgate University and a series of eight exhibitions, including those at Hartwick College, Munson Williams Proctor Museum of Art, Utica College, SUNYIT and Hamilton College. Importantly, she initiated the publication of Sculpture Space, the book that tells the remarkable Sculpture Space story. Waller played a key role in the development of the Griffiss International Sculpture Garden in Rome, and she led the charge to locate, purchase and renovate the new Artists House close to Sculpture Space grounds. Waller embraced the Utica community and enthusiastically worked with local organizations and City Hall to recognize and support the area's rich cultural heritage. She brought the work of Sculpture Space artists to a wider audience by organizing exhibitions at the EFA Project Space in New York City and at the Islip Art Museum on Long Island. During her time as executive director, artists' applications from the US and abroad more than doubled, and in the spring of 2010 the organization launched the International Advisory Board. We are sorry to see her leave, if to an exciting venture involved with the sculptures, drawings and photographs of Oneonta folk artist Lavern Kelley (1928 _ 1998) to whose estate Waller has access. Waller's goal is to bring these works, already in important public collections including the Smithsonian and the Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe, to the attention of a much wider audience. From her gallery space at 689 Beaver Meadow Road in Cooperstown, Waller will also provide a range of arts services to organizations and private collectors, and she will remain involved with contemporary and recent art. She can be reached on 607-547-5327 and via email at sydney.l.waller@gmail.com. We have all been privileged to work with Waller on Sculpture Space's and its gifted artists' behalf, and we wish her success in her future endeavors. This guest piece was signed by: Charlie Fisher, a Utica businessman and founder of Sculpture Space; Richard Friedberg, sculptor, New York City; Barbara Golden, Golden Foundation for the Arts, New Berlin; Charlotta Kotik, museum professional, independent curator, writer, New York City; Duff Matt, Sculpture Space patron, New Hartford; Jason McCoy, president, Jason McCoy Gallery, New York City; Jacqueline Pruskin, expert in 20th century & modern design; consultant, London; Nancy Rosen, public art adviser, independent curator, New York City; Irving Sandler, art historian and professor, New York City, and Patterson Sims, independent art curator and writer, New York City. Members of the International Advisory Board of Sculpture Space wish to acknowledge the contributions of Sydney Waller who recently stepped down as executive director to start an arts business in Cooperstown. Since 2003, Waller with her board led the non-profit arts organization through a period of unprecedented growth, inconceivable 10 years ago. This was partly due to her ability to envision Sculpture Space "expanding" from its physical location and creating influence further afield. In 2005-06, the organization celebrated its 30th anniversary, and Waller organized an ambitious program that included a symposium at Colgate University and a series of eight exhibitions, including those at Hartwick College, Munson Williams Proctor Museum of Art, Utica College, SUNYIT and Hamilton College. Importantly, she initiated the publication of Sculpture Space, the book that tells the remarkable Sculpture Space story. Waller played a key role in the development of the Griffiss International Sculpture Garden in Rome, and she led the charge to locate, purchase and renovate the new Artists House close to Sculpture Space grounds. Waller embraced the Utica community and enthusiastically worked with local organizations and City Hall to recognize and support the area's rich cultural heritage. She brought the work of Sculpture Space artists to a wider audience by organizing exhibitions at the EFA Project Space in New York City and at the Islip Art Museum on Long Island. During her time as executive director, artists' applications from the US and abroad more than doubled, and in the spring of 2010 the organization launched the International Advisory Board. We are sorry to see her leave, if to an exciting venture involved with the sculptures, drawings and photographs of Oneonta folk artist Lavern Kelley (1928 _ 1998) to whose estate Waller has access. Waller's goal is to bring these works, already in important public collections including the Smithsonian and the Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe, to the attention of a much wider audience. From her gallery space at 689 Beaver Meadow Road in Cooperstown, Waller will also provide a range of arts services to organizations and private collectors, and she will remain involved with contemporary and recent art. She can be reached on 607-547-5327 and via email at sydney.l.waller@gmail.com. We have all been privileged to work with Waller on Sculpture Space's and its gifted artists' behalf, and we wish her success in her future endeavors. This guest piece was signed by: Charlie Fisher, a Utica businessman and founder of Sculpture Space; Richard Friedberg, sculptor, New York City; Barbara Golden, Golden Foundation for the Arts, New Berlin; Charlotta Kotik, museum professional, independent curator, writer, New York City; Duff Matt, Sculpture Space patron, New Hartford; Jason McCoy, president, Jason McCoy Gallery, New York City; Jacqueline Pruskin, expert in 20th century & modern design; consultant, London; Nancy Rosen, public art adviser, independent curator, New York City; Irving Sandler, art historian and professor, New York City, and Patterson Sims, independent art curator and writer, New York City. Loading commenting interface... Thank you for the abuse report. We will review the report and take appropriate action. |
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Boulat: Lacrosse season is just about here - Ithaca Journal 02/03/2012 http://www.theithacajournal.com/ |
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| Boulat: Lacrosse season is just about here Ithaca Journal The Big Red will be at Colgate University Saturday for a scrimmage, home next week for a scrimmage with Johns Hopkins, and then in Geneva on Feb. 25 to kick off the season against its oldest rival, Hobart. March and April may still seem like a good ... and more »
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NHS senior, Raiders hockey fan and team manager the inspiration for autism ... - Evening Sun (subscription) 02/03/2012 http://www.evesun.com/ |
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| NHS senior, Raiders hockey fan and team manager the inspiration for autism ... Evening Sun (subscription) HAMILTON – The Colgate University Women's Hockey team will host its second annual Light Up Starr Rink Blue event – which kicks off the team's Autism Awareness Project – during its home game versus Union at 7 tonight. Inspired by Norwich High School ... and more »
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MassDrive's president shifts into growth mode for auto insurer's premium opportunity 02/03/2012 BizJournals.com Keith Regan |
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| Jean-Marie Lovett
Title: President, MassDrive Direct Auto Insurance Age: 41 Education: Bachelor's degree, Colgate University, 1992; MBA, Kenan Flagler Business School, UNC Chapel Hill, 1997 Residence: Roslindale Even before Massachusetts deregulated its auto insurance industry, Jean-Marie Lovett was aware of the business opportunity the Bay State would represent when that day finally arrived. But what appealed to her most about joining the team at Boston-based MassDrive Auto Insurance, where she has served as president since 2009, was joining a team that includes CEO William Suneson, with whom she worked closely while vice president of operations and marketing of ... |
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Local residents earn honors at colleges and universities 02/03/2012 NJ.com |
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| The following students are making news at colleges and universities.
Samuel Adams of Berkeley Heights was listed on the Dean's List at Bloomfield College, where he is a freshman majoring in creative arts and technology. Tyler George, an applied communications major at Monmouth University and a 2008 graduate from Governor Livingston High School, has earned Dean's List recognition for the fall, 2011 semester. Amanda Clinton of Summit has been named to the Fall 2011 Champlain College's Dean's List. Clinton is majoring in Public Relations. Maxwell Frank of Summit has earned High Honors for the fall semester of the 2011-12 academic year at the University of New Hampshire. Daniel Della-Badia of Warren, a junior majoring in Environmental Studies in the Rubenstein School of Environment & Natural Resources, has been named to the Fall 2011 Dean's list at the University of Vermont. The following local residents were recently named to the Dean's List at the College of William and Mary for the spring 2011 semester: Andrew Hall from Berkeley Heights; Anna Gellert from New Providence; and Bryce Vogel from New Providence. Tufts University recently announced the Dean's List for the Fall 2011 semester: Yulia Korovikov of Millburn, class of 2013; Shayna Schor of Millburn, class of 2014; Parla Duman of Short Hills, class of 2012; Thomas Nikiper of Short Hills, class of 2013; MayaBea Schechner of Short Hills, class of 2014; Joshua Dower of Short Hills, class of 2014; Demetra Hatzis-Schoch of Short Hills, class of 2015; Dana Aidekman of Madison, class of 2012; Charles Powell of Madison, class of 2012; Nikita Saxena of New Providence, class of 2014. Former Summit High School student Alex DiGerlando was involved in the movie that won the top prize at the Sundance Film Festival in 2012. DiGerlando graduated from SHS in 1996 then went to the Tish School at NYU where he studied film. He has worked as art director or production designer for many years on many feature films since then. He was the production designer on Beasts of the Southern Wild, the first prize winner at Sundance 2012. He was also the production designer in a new series on MTV “I Just Want My Pants Back” that began Feb. 2. Griffin Cooper of Summit, a Mechanical Engineering Major/Finance Minor, was named to the fall 2011 semester Dean's List at Duke University. The University of Hartford has announced the following local students have been named to the Dean's List for Fall 2011: Brianna Dachisen of Warren Twp.; Stephanie Hanson of Warren; and Daniel Petersen of Summit. The following local students have been named to the Dean's Honor List at Gettysburg College for outstanding academic achievement in Fall 2011: Melissa Learn of Berkeley Heights and Elena Rubino of Berkeley Heights. The following students from the Colgate University Class of 2014 have been inducted into the Colgate chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, the national scholastic honorary society that recognizes the outstanding academic achievement of first-year students: Sophomore, Sara DiMassimo, daughter of Vincent and Cynthia DiMassimo of Summit, is a graduate of Summit High School. Sophomore, Clare Campbell Weber, daughter of James and Kelly Weber of Madison, is a graduate of Villa Walsh Academy. Senior Samantha Murphy of Madison was named to the Lock Haven University Fall 2011 Dean's List, where she is studying Special Education. Melanie Welter of Madison was named to the fall 2011 Dean's List at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Conn. The following students were named to the Dean's List at the University of New Haven (Conn.) for the fall 2011 semester: Samantha LoBosco of Summit and Stephanie Guerrero of Berkeley Heights. The following area residents have been named to the Dean's List at Providence College for the fall 2011 semester: Jessica Stofik of Warren; Matthew Goldman of Short Hills; Anne McCullough of Short Hills; Blair Galietto of Madison; Andrew Gellert of New Providence. The following local students have been named to the Dean's List at Hamilton College in Clinton, N.Y. for the 2011 fall semester: Alexandra Dorer, daughter of Elizabeth and John Dorer of Summit. Dorer, a junior majoring in English literature and theatre, is a graduate of Summit High School; Gabrielle Sher, daughter of Lori and Barry Sher of Summit. Sher, a first-year student, is a graduate of Kent Place School; Allison Eckert, daughter of James and Abigail Eckert of New Providence. Eckert, a first-year student, is a graduate of Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child. Robert Libera of New Providence, a freshman, son of Dr. & Mrs. Matthew Libera, was named on the dean's list for Washington College in Chestertown, Md. The following local residents were named to the Dean's List at the State University of New York at New Paltz for the Fall 2011 semester: Anna Weinstein of Short Hills. Weinstein's major is Undeclared; Kathryn Kosmider of Madison. Kosmider's major is Adolescence Ed: Spanish. Curry College in Milton, Mass. has announced the following residents to the Dean's List for the Fall 2011 term: Benjamin Harvitt of Warren; Jeffrey Janoski of Warren; and Alyssa Portnoi of Berkeley Heights. Katie Balsamo of Berkeley Heights has made the Deans list at Ramapo College of New Jersey, where she is a freshman in the nursing program. Centenary College in Hackettstown graduated the following students on Jan. 14, 2012: Mona Mak and Sarah Thony, both of Warren, with Bachelor of Science degrees and Gina DeFalco, of Madison, with a Master of Business Administration degree. Julian Gordon, a sophomore at Connecticut College, performed in the Charles Shackford Memorial Student Composers Concert, Dec. 9 in the Cummings Arts Center. The concert featured original pieces by Connecticut College music students and was directed by music professor Arthur Kreiger. Gordon composed and performed a piece titled “Juxtapose,” Gordon, a 2010 graduate of Summit High School, is the son of Jim and Carol Gordon of Summit. Veronica S. Beer of New Providence received a BA degree in English at the University of Vermont in December. Erin McAloon of Madison achieved the honor of Dean's List for the fall 2011 semester at Mount St. Mary's University. McAloon, a freshman, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel McAloon. The following area residents were named to the dean's list for the Fall 2011 semester at Quinnipiac University: Robert Hendricks of Summit; Joseph Marmorato of Summit; Kevin DiStefano of Berkeley Heights; Laura Kapilow of Berkeley Heights; and Raymond Nesto of New Providence. Christian Cardiello of Warren has been named to the dean's list at Paul Smith's College for the fall 2011 semester, where he is majoring in recreation, adventure travel and ecotourism. |
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Union tied 1-1 with Colgate after first period 02/03/2012 Times Union Pete Dougherty |
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| Playing without first string goaltender Troy Grosenick (lower body injury), No. 14 Union College is tied 1-1 with No. 20 Colgate after the first period at Messa Rink.
Freshman goalie Colin Stevens of Niskayuna got the start for the Dutchmen and allowed Mark Nasca's goal at 3:11 as Colgate took the early advantage. Stevens settled down after Nasca's goal and finished the period with 12 saves. Jeremy Welsh converted a rebound for the Dutchmen at 11:52 with a backhander past Raider netminder Eric Mihalik, who hit the ice trying to stop Greg Coburn's shot from the point that hit the post. |
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Louisville dental program surpasses $1 million in free care to children | The Courier-Journal | courier-journal.com 02/03/2012 Louisville Courier-Journal - Online |
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| Louisville dental program surpasses $1 million in free care to children
5:02 PM, Feb. 3, 2012 | Dr. Rachel Davis, of the Davis Dental Center, prepares to fill a cavity for Destiny Butler, 8, during the Smile Kentucky program at the U of L Dental School. Butler is a student at the Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary School. Feb. 3, 2012 / Sam Upshaw Jr.;The Courier-Journal SMILE KENTUCKY! Founders: Louisville Water Company, Louisville Dental Society, University of Louisville School of Dentistry, Colgate, Sullivan Schein Dental, Northwest Area Health Education Center and Bullitt County Health Department Started: 2002 Support: More than 20 agencies on the steering committee and more than 150 groups providing time, materials and funding Schools reached: 143 elementary and middle schools in Jefferson, Bullitt, Hardin, Henry, Marion, Nelson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble and Washington counties Students screened: 35,000 students in grades 3 through 6 Treated: 3,000 students in grades 3 through 6 WATCH A VIDEO Go to www.courier-journal.com and click on this story to see videos from Fridays Smile Kentucky! treatment day. Wheres the Sugar? For more information about Smile Kentucky! and to see the new Wheres the Sugar? video, visit www.smilekentucky.com. More Kelly Tidwells 11-year-old twins needed $1,300 in dental work last year, and the Shepherdsville mother had no way to pay for it. I work, but we dont have dental insurance because its too expensive through my job and we dont qualify for help or anything, Tidwell said. None of us were going to the dentist like we needed to. We just didnt have money for it. But Tidwells children, who had multiple cavities and other dental issues, got help through Smile Kentucky!, a Louisville-based partnership that formed 10 years ago this month to address the states staggering percentage of children with tooth decay. In Kentucky, about 35 percent of third-graders have untreated tooth decay, a ranking that is worse than all but five other states listed in a state oral health profiled published in 2009 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To combat the problem, Smile Kentucky! has provided $1 million in free dental treatment to more than 3,000 third- through sixth-graders without dental insurance or government medical assistance. And it has grown into a statewide dental education program that has offered classroom instruction to more than 127,000 students and free dental screenings to more than 35,000 children in 11 counties, including Jefferson, Bullitt and Oldham. For a state with such a terrible oral health record, education and treatment programs arent optional, said Dr. Mark Schulte, a south Louisville dentist who has been part of the program since it began in 2002. This is a no-brainer, Schulte said. There are lots of children who come from families who dont understand the importance of, or who cant afford, dental care. We should be doing whatever we can to change that. Smile Kentucky! celebrated its 10th anniversary Friday by offering free dental treatment to about 300 children at the University of Louisvilles School of Dentistry. Dentists and dental students volunteer their services to the program. Leaders of the effort also recently used an American Dental Association grant to create a video Wheres the Sugar? that illustrates how changes in diet can improve teeth. They plan to distribute it to educators across Kentucky. (Page 2 of 3) THE NEED Smile Kentucky! screens 3,500 students each fall, and about 25 percent to 30 percent of them have obvious tooth decay, said Kelley Dearing Smith, a spokeswoman for the Louisville Water Co., one of the programs founders. And the dental health outlook for Kentuckys general population isnt any better. Within the past year, only 64 percent of Kentuckians have been to a dentist, compared to 69 percent nationwide, and 24 percent of Kentucky residents age 65 or older have complete tooth loss, compared to 18 percent nationwide, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Its still very much a culture that doesnt understand the importance of taking care of your teeth, said Dr. Julie McKee, Kentuckys dental director. The idea that we have three sets of teeth in our lives baby, adult and dentures is still out there. The need to change that goes beyond a desire for a nice smile, said Dr. Ann Greenwell, a pediatric dentist at the University of Louisvilles School of Dentistry, another partner in the program. Its a known fact that tooth pain is one of the most common reasons to miss school, Greenwell said. It affects their entire being. They cant sleep, eat or pay attention. Oral health is a quality of life issue. Greenwell coordinates Smile Kentucky!s annual treatment day in which students who are identified during school screenings as needing more extensive work can come get it at U of L. The event, held each February, is for students who dont have dental insurance or government assistance. In Kentucky, our dental health is very sad, Greenwell said. It means a lot to me and my students to see those kids come in to see us and know that we might be changing the outlook for them. THE RESULTS At Cedar Grove Elementary in Bullitt County, Tammy Perdew agreed that toothaches are the primary medical issue for kids who come to her office in the schools family resource center. And the impact Smile Kentucky has had on these students is huge, said Perdew, the resource center coordinator. (Page 3 of 3) Its just fun to see them so excited and to see it give them so much relief and confidence, she said. The long-term impact of programs like Smile Kentucky! is greater when you consider that people who develop healthy dental habits at an early age are less likely to have costly problems or cardiovascular issues later, McKee said. The children are a good investment, she said. The collateral value is that you hope the parents could start valuing their teeth too. Dustin Tidwell, 11, said he needed more help last year than his twin sister, Destiny, when the pair participated in Smile Kentucky! as fifth-graders. They did a lot to me, including two shots, at least, Dustin said. It hurt but Im glad they helped me because its a good thing my mom didnt have to worry about paying for it. Carol Stephens, who also lives in Shepherdsville, said the Smile Kentucky! program has helped all three of her granddaughters, who attend Brooks Elementary. Some of the work included removing two abscessed teeth. One of the girls had complained that (the bad teeth) were hurting her, but we just couldnt take care of it the way we wanted to, Stephens said. The doctor who saw them has continued to help us. I just cant say enough about how good that program is. There should be more programs like it. Reporter Sara Cunningham can be reached at (502)582-4335. More In News |
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State dental program surpasses $1 million in free care to children 02/03/2012 Louisville Courier-Journal - Online Sara Cunningham The Courier |
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| Smile Kentucky!: Smile Kentucky! program provides free dental screening for schoolchildren
Dr. Rachel Davis, of the Davis Dental Center, prepares to fill a cavity for Destiny Butler, 8, during the Smile Kentucky program at the U of L Dental School. Butler is a student at the Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary School. Feb. 3, 2012 / Sam Upshaw Jr.;The Courier-Journal Founders: Louisville Water Company, Louisville Dental Society, University of Louisville School of Dentistry, Colgate, Sullivan Schein Dental, Northwest Area Health Education Center and Bullitt County Health Department Support: More than 20 agencies on the steering committee and more than 150 groups providing time, materials and funding Schools reached: 143 elementary and middle schools in Jefferson, Bullitt, Hardin, Henry, Marion, Nelson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble and Washington counties Students screened: 35,000 students in grades 3 through 6 Treated: 3,000 students in grades 3 through 6 Go to www.courier-journal.com and click on this story to see videos from Fridays Smile Kentucky! treatment day. For more information about Smile Kentucky! and to see the new Wheres the Sugar? video, visit www.smilekentucky.com. Kelly Tidwells 11-year-old twins needed $1,300 in dental work last year, and the Shepherdsville mother had no way to pay for it. I work, but we dont have dental insurance because its too expensive through my job and we dont qualify for help or anything, Tidwell said. None of us were going to the dentist like we needed to. We just didnt have money for it. But Tidwells children, who had multiple cavities and other dental issues, got help through Smile Kentucky!, a Louisville-based partnership that formed 10 years ago this month to address the states staggering percentage of children with tooth decay. In Kentucky, about 35 percent of third-graders have untreated tooth decay, a ranking that is worse than all but five other states listed in a state oral health profiled published in 2009 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To combat the problem, Smile Kentucky! has provided $1 million in free dental treatment to more than 3,000 third- through sixth-graders without dental insurance or government medical assistance. And it has grown into a statewide dental education program that has offered classroom instruction to more than 127,000 students and free dental screenings to more than 35,000 children in 11 counties, including Jefferson, Bullitt and Oldham. For a state with such a terrible oral health record, education and treatment programs arent optional, said Dr. Mark Schulte, a south Louisville dentist who has been part of the program since it began in 2002. This is a no-brainer, Schulte said. There are lots of children who come from families who dont understand the importance of, or who cant afford, dental care. We should be doing whatever we can to change that. Smile Kentucky! celebrated its 10th anniversary Friday by offering free dental treatment to about 300 children at the University of Louisvilles School of Dentistry. Dentists and dental students volunteer their services to the program. Leaders of the effort also recently used an American Dental Association grant to create a video Wheres the Sugar? that illustrates how changes in diet can improve teeth. They plan to distribute it to educators across Kentucky. THE NEED Smile Kentucky! screens 3,500 students each fall, and about 25 percent to 30 percent of them have obvious tooth decay, said Kelley Dearing Smith, a spokeswoman for the Louisville Water Co., one of the programs founders. And the dental health outlook for Kentuckys general population isnt any better. Within the past year, only 64 percent of Kentuckians have been to a dentist, compared to 69 percent nationwide, and 24 percent of Kentucky residents age 65 or older have complete tooth loss, compared to 18 percent nationwide, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Its still very much a culture that doesnt understand the importance of taking care of your teeth, said Dr. Julie McKee, Kentuckys dental director. The idea that we have three sets of teeth in our lives baby, adult and dentures is still out there. The need to change that goes beyond a desire for a nice smile, said Dr. Ann Greenwell, a pediatric dentist at the University of Louisvilles School of Dentistry, another partner in the program. Its a known fact that tooth pain is one of the most common reasons to miss school, Greenwell said. It affects their entire being. They cant sleep, eat or pay attention. Oral health is a quality of life issue. Greenwell coordinates Smile Kentucky!s annual treatment day in which students who are identified during school screenings as needing more extensive work can come get it at U of L. The event, held each February, is for students who dont have dental insurance or government assistance. In Kentucky, our dental health is very sad, Greenwell said. It means a lot to me and my students to see those kids come in to see us and know that we might be changing the outlook for them. THE RESULTS At Cedar Grove Elementary in Bullitt County, Tammy Perdew agreed that toothaches are the primary medical issue for kids who come to her office in the schools family resource center. And the impact Smile Kentucky has had on these students is huge, said Perdew, the resource center coordinator. Its just fun to see them so excited and to see it give them so much relief and confidence, she said. The long-term impact of programs like Smile Kentucky! is greater when you consider that people who develop healthy dental habits at an early age are less likely to have costly problems or cardiovascular issues later, McKee said. The children are a good investment, she said. The collateral value is that you hope the parents could start valuing their teeth too. Dustin Tidwell, 11, said he needed more help last year than his twin sister, Destiny, when the pair participated in Smile Kentucky! as fifth-graders. They did a lot to me, including two shots, at least, Dustin said. It hurt but Im glad they helped me because its a good thing my mom didnt have to worry about paying for it. Carol Stephens, who also lives in Shepherdsville, said the Smile Kentucky! program has helped all three of her granddaughters, who attend Brooks Elementary. Some of the work included removing two abscessed teeth. One of the girls had complained that (the bad teeth) were hurting her, but we just couldnt take care of it the way we wanted to, Stephens said. The doctor who saw them has continued to help us. I just cant say enough about how good that program is. There should be more programs like it. |
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Athletes in action Feb. 4-5, preview 02/03/2012 Wicked Local Jeff Stahlhut |
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| These college athletes, all with local high-school ties, are scheduled to compete this week in men's lacrosse:
Zak Tingley, U.S Naval Academy 02/04/2012, U.S Naval Academy at University of Virginia High school: Horseheads Matt Sharkey, Cornell University 02/04/2012, Cornell University at Colgate University High school: Elmira Notre Dame Ryan Warner, U.S Naval Academy 02/04/2012, U.S Naval Academy at University of Virginia High school: Corning East Andy Warner, U.S Naval Academy 02/04/2012, U.S Naval Academy at University of Virginia High school: Corning East These college athletes, all with local high-school ties, are scheduled to compete this week in men's lacrosse: Zak Tingley, U.S Naval Academy 02/04/2012, U.S Naval Academy at University of Virginia High school: Horseheads Matt Sharkey, Cornell University 02/04/2012, Cornell University at Colgate University High school: Elmira Notre Dame Ryan Warner, U.S Naval Academy 02/04/2012, U.S Naval Academy at University of Virginia High school: Corning East Andy Warner, U.S Naval Academy 02/04/2012, U.S Naval Academy at University of Virginia |
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New Book about Gandhi Released 02/03/2012 Denver Post - Online (press release), The |
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| "Gandhi's List of Social Sins: Lessons in Truth", a new book by Frank Woolever, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.
Wealth without work, pleasure without conscience, commerce without morality, science without humanity - these are among the "social sins" that Gandhi identified as contributing to the colonial oppression of India. His work left a legacy that continues to this day. Indian Poet Rabindranath Tagore dubbed Mohandas Gandhi, his real name, a "Mahatma" or "Great Soul". Common people as well as politicians accepted this title for Gandhi because his teachings, beliefs, and self-sacrifice were perceived as life changing. As a preeminent social, political and spiritual leader, he addressed racial inequality in South Africa before endeavoring to seek unity between Hindus and Muslims in India. In Gandhi's "List of Social Sins: Lessons in Truth," author Frank Woolever introduces and discusses Gandhi's thought and action for the common good. Gandhi was known for his appeal for nonviolence in the world, as well as the rule of truth and honesty in each individual's life. He resorted to prolonged fasting and days of silence to address social and political issues he deemed critical for all. Prominent peacemakers who became his imitators and embraced his vision include Salvadoran Archbishop Oscar Romero and Martin Luther King, Jr., both religious leaders who were assassinated for standing up against injustice. Gandhi's printing presses and publications became an important conduit for spreading his ideas to millions worldwide, just as Frank Woolever found the power of the printed word a useful tool in addressing inequality and non-violent solutions to conflict. This book describes them both. About the Author: Frank Woolever was born in Syracuse, New York, where he lived most of his life. Woolever committed his life to being a peacemaker and was a consummate community organizer. He advocated tirelessly for disadvantaged people and at the same time challenged social systems that foster poverty. Woolever earned a Master of Divinity at St. Bernard's Seminary, Rochester, New York, a Master of Public Administration from Syracuse University, and a Doctor of Ministry at Colgate-Rochester Divinity School. He was a certified Fellow of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. Serving three months in federal prison for civil disobedience at Ft. Benning, Georgia prompted the author to write "Gandhi's List of Social Sins: Lessons in Truth." Woolever died in 2010 and is survived by his wife Meme Woolever and daughters Heidi Woolever Daly and Amy Woolever. "Gandhi's List of Social Sins: Lessons in Truth" is a 190-page paperback with a retail price of $21.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4349-0794-3. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore at www.dorrancebookstore.com. |
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Student rounder 02/03/2012 Times Union Adrienne Freeman |
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| Bryan Charles of West Sand Lake earned a Bachelor of Science in business from Excelsior College, Albany.
Christopher Bruen of Castleton received a Bachelor of Arts on English from the State University of New York at New Paltz. Jared Pazienza of Castleton received a Bachelor of Arts in geography from SUNY New Paltz. Danimarie Jones of East Chatham received a Bachelor of Arts in English from SUNY New Paltz. Collen Wager of Germantown received a Bachelor of Science in finance from SUNY New Paltz. Ryan Quinion of Hudson received a Bachelor of Arts in history from SUNY New Paltz. Chris Zema of Stephentown received a Bachelor of Arts in English from SUNY New Paltz. Griffin Clark of Troy received a Bachelor of Science in Visual Arts from SUNY New Paltz. Emily Eitapence of Valatie received a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from SUNY New Paltz. Lauren Chapman of Eagle Bridge received a degree in theatre from the State University of New York at Potsdam. Timothy Ciampa received a degree in mathematics from SUNY Potsdam. Marie Allen and Brittany Shoup of Castleton, Anthony Paulo of Johnsonville, Christine Murphy of Rensselaer, and Jarred Collins, Theresa Quinones and Nicholas Walion of Troy, graduated in December from the State University of New York at Oneonta. Kathryn Moore of Castleton was named to the dean's list at St. Bonaventure University, Alleganey, Cattaraugus County. James Ebert of Poestenkill was named to the dean's list at McDaniel College, Westminister, Md. Taylor Wills of Kinderhook was named to the dean's list at Wheaton College, Norton, Mass. Andrew Ewing of Wynantskill was named to the dean's list at Gettyburg College, Gettyburg, Pa. Jamie Stacy of Averill Park was named to the dean's list at Roberts Wesleyan College, Rochester. Derick Horn of Valatie was named to the dean's list at Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Conn. Katherine Brady of Valatie and Kelsie Harris of East Greenbush were named to the dean's list at Saint Michael's College, Colchester, Vt. Alexander Garrigan Piela and Noah Finlayson-Gesten of East Greenbush, Stephen Angrisano of Valley Falls, Heather Mason of Castleton, Nathan Piche and Robert Pearson of Hoosick Falls, Amy Rogers of Troy, Ashley Rokjer of Cropseyville and Tonnie Sauca of Hudson, were named to the dean's list at Paul Smith's College, Paul Smiths. Anna Hogle of East Chatham and Elena Ooms of Valatie were named to the dean's list at Mount Ida College, Newton, Mass. Michael Sirani of Ghent, Meghan Flanagan of Averill Park, Samantha DiTonno of Castleton, Nicholas Kuhn of Rensselaer, Kerianne Sqadrito of Troy and Lauren Cooney of Wynantskill were named to the dean's list at Springfield College, Springfield, Mass. Ashley Cross and Katherine Roth of Castleton, Jillian Norton of Hoosick Falls, Ansumana Diggs of Rensselaer, Michael Giddings of West Sand Lake and Michael Heiser of Wynantskill were named to the dean's list at the University of Hartford, West Hartford, Conn. Chad Woodrow of Poestenkill, Sarah Hickey of Rensselaer, Alyx Raffo of Sand Lake, and Angela Ockenholt and Katie Toth of West Sand Lake, were named to the president's list at Western New England University, Springfield, Mass. Nicholas St. John of Troy, Shea Bridenbeck and Jillian Graham of East Greenbush, and Marcus Mohan of Poestenkill were named to the dean's list at Western New England University, Springfield, Mass. Terese Long of Troy, Kyle Parmenter of Eagle Bridge and Thomas Lee Winn of Valatie were named to the dean's list at Herkimer County Community College. Laura Uhlig of Castleton was inducted into Phi Eta Sigma honor society at Colgate University, Hamilton. Chad Coumbes of Troy was elected Student Senate president at Hudson Valley Community College, Troy. Joshua Hotaling of Valatie was elected Student Senate vice president at HVCC. Ali-Haider Bhatti of East Greenbush was elected Student Senate freshman senator at HVCC. |
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Skidmore College to Participate in Campus Conservation Nationals 2012 contest 02/03/2012 Skidmore News |
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| Students will compete to reduce energy consumption on their campus
Courtesy of the Sustainability Office Skidmore Unplugged encourages students to conserve electricity through its inter-dorm competition. Courtesy of the Sustainability Office Captain Kilowatt looks across campus, awaiting the start of the Campus Conservation Nationals. The College will participate in this year's Campus Conservation Nationals, a nationwide electricity and water use reduction competition created by The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council through its Students Program and in partnership with Lucid, Alliance to Save Energy and the National Wildlife Federation. Between Feb. 13 and March 5, students from more than 100 universities and colleges across the country will compete to achieve the greatest reductions in their residence halls. Skidmore Unplugged aims to inspire behavior change toward an energy conscious lifestyle. The eight on-campus dormitories will compete for the largest percent reduction in energy consumption. The residents of the winning dormitory in the 2011 competition reduced their total energy consumption by 4 percent. "Sustainable Skidmore is extremely excited to expand our efforts to reduce energy consumption on campus and promote behavior changes that can be carried with students far beyond the Skidmore College community," said Tessa Leverone '12, sustainability representative program manager. "Skidmore Unplugged and the Campus Conservation Nationals demonstrate how small actions by many people are both manageable and can make a big a difference." This year, in addition to the dorm wide competition, the College will be competing against Hobart and William Smith Colleges, St. Lawrence University, Colgate College and Hamilton College in the New York Negawatt Challenge. The electricity savings from all the participants will contribute to the national challenge goal of one gigawatt-hour, or enough electricity to power 40,000 televisions for five hours every day for one year. UsingLucid's Building Dashboard, participating schools will be able to instantly compare performances, share strategies and track standings among the leading schools and buildings. Sponsors for the event include the United Technologies Corp, Sloan, Sterling Planet and Constellation Energy. S-reps will provide information on both the campus and national competitions in the Atrium of the Murray-Aikins Dining Hall. They will collaborate with peer health educators to host several events promoting electricity savings, such as the "Do It In the Dark" theme for the kickoff for the event, chosen because of its proximity to Valentine's Day. "Campus Conservation Nationals encourages students to recognize the significant impact that sustainable behaviors can have on a campus and in a community," said Pat Lane, USGBC Students program leader at the Center for Green Schools. "This will be the largest national competition of its kind and will have a far reaching impact showing students that a collective effort, along with a desire to better the built environment, can lead to positive and lasting change." "We think that feedback on electricity and water consumption, combined with competitive spirit and incentives, can significantly reduce resource usage in campus buildings," said Andrew deCoriolis, director of public programs at Lucid. "We hope that this program serves as a model for other universities to become more aware of how they are using their buildings." To learn more about the competition, join the network or follow leading schools, visit www.CompeteToReduce.org. |
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Lehigh University's Feb. 11 men's basketball game against Colgate University ... - The Express Times - LehighValleyLive.com 02/02/2012 http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/ |
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| The Express Times - LehighValleyLive.com Lehigh University's Feb. 11 men's basketball game against Colgate University ... The Express Times - LehighValleyLive.com 11's game against Colgate University at Stabler Arena, the university stated today in a news release. The tickets are free for the 7 pm Fan Appreciation Night game. Just follow this link and order your free tickets. If you've already bought a ticket ... and more »
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Parents Snared in $100 Billion College Debt Trap Risk Retirement 02/02/2012 Bloomberg News - Online Janet Lorin |
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| Terry Williams will take on $40,000 in government loans to pay for college. Photograph: Kendrick Brinson/Bloomberg Businssweek
Terry Williams will take on $40,000 in government loans to pay for college. Photograph: Kendrick Brinson/Bloomberg Businssweek Marvin Weinberger via Bloomberg Marvin Weinberger, an entrepreneur and inventor of hand tools based in Havertown, Pennsylvania, already owes more than $115,000 in parent loans for his two children. Marvin Weinberger, an entrepreneur and inventor of hand tools based in Havertown, Pennsylvania, already owes more than $115,000 in parent loans for his two children. Source: Marvin Weinberger via Bloomberg Terry Williams borrowed about $7,000 to earn a degree from Spelman College 38 years ago. For her youngest child, a sophomore at Belmont University in Nashville, she will take on almost $40,000 in parental loans. Williams, a 59-year-old widow who runs a nonprofit that helps black families navigate private-school admissions, is watching her retirement savings dwindle as she pays college bills for her three children, Bloomberg Businessweek reports in its Feb. 6 issue. “I'll probably work until I fall dead at my keyboard,” the Decatur, Georgia, resident said in an interview. It's not just graduates who are staggering under the weight of educational loans. Parents, too, are borrowing record amounts to put their kids through college, jeopardizing their retirements. With the housing crisis, many families can no longer avail themselves of one popular option for financing university studies: taking out a second mortgage. “A plunge in home prices has erased the equity that many homeowners had just a few years ago,” said Greg McBride, a senior financial analyst at Bankrate.com in North Palm Beach, Florida. Federally backed educational loans to parents, at an estimated $100 billion, make up 10 percent of the $1 trillion in educational loans, according to data analyzed by Mark Kantrowitz, publisher of the website FinAid.org. The problem is more acute at some private schools, such as Colgate University, Trinity College and Sarah Lawrence College, which have smaller endowments and can't offer the same financial aid as Harvard and Princeton universities. “Parents are facing an economic crisis because they are borrowing too much for college,” said Rick Darvis, executive director of the National Institute of Certified College Planners. “They're sacrificing their current lifestyle and robbing their future retirement.” Loans to parents have jumped 75 percent since the 2005-2006 academic year, according to Kantrowitz. That works out to an average of about $34,000 for those with loans. With interest, the figure rises to about $50,000 over a standard 10-year period. An estimated 17 percent of parents whose children graduated in 2010 took out loans, up from 5.6 percent in 1992- 1993, according to Kantrowitz's estimates. The rising levels of parental debt could ripple through the rest of the economy. By the time parents are in their 50s and 60s, they should be saving for retirement instead of taking on new liabilities, said Joseph S. Messinger, a certified college planner and president of Capstone Wealth Partners Ltd. in Columbus, Ohio. Servicing those loans becomes harder as parents stop working and their incomes decline. “A lot of money is going to the university and college systems,” Messinger said. “It's shrinking people's dollars to do other things.” Most of the parental debt is in the form of Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students. PLUS loans, which are government- issued and carry a fixed interest rate of 7.9 percent, can be used to cover the entire cost of tuition, room and board, and other expenses -- minus any aid secured by the student. While parents must pass a credit check, no collateral is required. PLUS loans cannot be discharged in bankruptcy. Marvin Weinberger, 58, a self-employed inventor of hand tools in Havertown, Pennsylvania, owes $105,509 in PLUS loans for his two children. Most of that has gone to cover the almost $49,000 a year in tuition, fees, and room and board for his daughter Ariela, a junior at Muhlenberg College, a small private institution in Allentown, Pennsylvania. “We really looked hard at the possibility of taking her out of Muhlenberg,” said Weinberger. “It was such a good fit and made her feel so welcome -- academically and socially.” His son David, a sophomore at Rochester Institute of Technology, is receiving some financial aid. Both Weinberger children took out federal loans of their own. Muhlenberg never tells “a family they have to take a PLUS loan in order to come to Muhlenberg,” Chris Hooker-Haring, dean of admission and financial aid, said in an e-mail. “We simply inform families about what we can provide.” The final decision is left to the family, he said. Many of the schools with high levels of parent loans rely more on tuition and fees than on endowments. At Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut, where annual tuition and fees are $55,450, parents who took out federal loans borrowed an average of $27,000 in the last academic year, according to the school. At Sarah Lawrencein Bronxville, New York, where the annual cost of attending is $58,716, it was about $20,000. Tuition and fees for private, nonprofit, four-year colleges have increased to an average of $28,500 for the 2011-2012 academic year, up from an inflation-adjusted $16,276 two decades ago, according to the New York-based College Board, a nonprofit group whose members include universities. The trend shows no sign of abating. On Jan. 28, Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey, announced that tuition and fees for the coming school year will rise 4.5 percent -- the school's biggest increase in six years. Days earlier, the board of trustees at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, approved a 4.4 percent cost increase for undergraduates in its four colleges not supported by New York state. “Colleges will keep doing this as long as the loans are available and as long as people keep applying,” said Laura J. Clark, director of college counseling at Fieldston, a private high school in New York. “If there's a drop-off in the number of applications in the middle-income group, that's when colleges may moderate prices or come up with new strategies for helping people pay.” President Barack Obama last week proposed linking federal aid to a college's ability to control tuition costs. The plan calls for increasing campus-based aid only for schools that limit tuition cost increases and penalizing those that don't. The way parents are paying for college has changed over the past two decades. As recently as 10 years ago, financing college through a second mortgage was more easily accomplished because homeowners had equity from which to borrow, said Bankrate.com's McBride. Pamela Lauzau, 63, put three children through Boston College and took a $400,000 second mortgage on her house in Alexandria, Virginia, to do so, which funded about two-thirds of the cost. The family didn't receive financial aid. With her husband unable to work because he has dementia, she took a job as a school bus driver for the health insurance and sells real estate. Her youngest child graduated in May. “I don't see a time when I'm not going to work,” Lauzau said. This month, Lauzau expects to close on the sale of her house. She won't realize a profit because of the second mortgage. “Our advice to families is to know what you're getting yourself in for,” Robert Lay, Boston College's dean of enrollment management, said in an interview. “You have a level of sacrifice that's going to be required to send your son or daughter or to a private, expensive university like Boston College.” He said families will see a return on their investment. The school's estimated cost for this academic year is $57,000. Parents aren't facing the financial reality about their ability to pay off these loans when they have a smaller income stream, Capstone's Messinger said. They are relying solely on faith that they'll be able to pay the money back, he said. PLUS loans, in particular, are “too easy” to get, he said. Terry Williams, the Spelman graduate, said her own parents didn't borrow any money to send her to the school, a private, historically black women's college in Atlanta. She took out parent loans because Belmont University was a good fit for her son, Kramer, and he could be near his sister at Vanderbilt University. Belmont, a private Christian college, costs $34,000 per year. Her son has already borrowed about $14,000 in federally backed loans. “We understand and greatly appreciate the sacrifices families make in order to send their children to Belmont,” David Mee, associate provost and dean of enrollment, said in an e-mail. He said the university is “committed” to controlling costs. Williams said she didn't anticipate how expensive a college education would be. “I'm definitely hoping that the sacrifice is still worth it,” she said. To contact the reporter on this story: Janet Lorin in New York jlorin@bloomberg.net. To contact the editors responsible for this story: Lisa Wolfson at lwolfson@bloomberg.net; Bradford Wieners at bwieners@bloomberg.net |
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ADK presents 'Notes from the Front of the Climate Fight' 02/02/2012 Lake Placid News - Online |
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← and → arrow keys on your keyboard to activate these links ?');return false" onmouseout="hideBubbleTip()"> � Never been skiing? No proble... ← and → arrow keys on your keyboard to activate these links ?');return false" onmouseout="hideBubbleTip()" class="txtRight"> It's all downhill from here...>> ADK presents ‘Notes from the Front of the Climate Fight' February 2, 2012 Lake Placid News LAKE PLACID - The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) will present a special program, "Bill McKibben: Notes from the Front of the Climate Fight" at 8 p.m. Saturday at ADK's High Peaks Information Center, located at Heart Lake in Lake Placid. For more information, call 523-3441. This presentation is free and open to the public. McKibben, author and co-founder of 350.org, will talk about the movement to solve the climate crisis. Attendees will find out what the world is doing to address this issue. McKibben is the author of a dozen books about the environment, beginning with "The End of Nature" in 1989, which is regarded as the first book for a general audience on climate change. He is a founder of the grassroots climate campaign 350.org, which has coordinated 15,000 rallies in 189 countries since 2009. Time Magazine called him 'the planet's best green journalist' and the Boston Globe said in 2010 that he was 'probably the country's most important environmentalist.'Schumann Distinguished Scholar at Middlebury College, he holds honorary degrees from a dozen colleges, including the Universities of Massachusetts and Maine, the State University of New York, and Whittier and Colgate Colleges. In 2011 he was elected a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Lake Placid News |
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The Recession's Bark has Been Worse Than its Bite for Idexx Laboratories 02/02/2012 Morningstar (Canada) Debbie Wang |
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| Idexx Laboratories IDXX wrapped up 2011 with a solid finish that was consistent with our estimates for the year. We are modestly hiking our fair value estimate by $4 to $73 per share, which reflects both cash flows realized since our last update, as well as share repurchase activity; even with this bump up, Idexx shares remain slightly overvalued.
Despite the anemic economic backdrop, Idexx posted 7% organic revenue growth in the fourth quarter, with particular strength in the companion animal segment. The most hopeful glimmer came in the form of vet office traffic, which was up 1% year over year among a subset of practices that use Idexx's Cornerstone practice management software. From quarter to quarter through 2011, vet clinic traffic improved incrementally. Higher vet traffic seems to be moving in lockstep with consumer confidence, which increased in the fourth quarter (though it declined again in January). In general, we think the fits and starts that have characterized the larger recovery are likely to play out further in the coming quarters for pet health care, though we are heartened to see the larger trend in vet clinic visits slowly moving in a positive direction. Idexx delivered 19% operating margin for the full year, and we expect this should continue in 2012 as the firm reduces manufacturing costs, but increases sales and marketing spending to support new product introductions. Idexx racked up another quarter of solid equipment sales, on the strength of its Catalyst and ProCyte instruments, with 2% organic growth. We expect the impending rollout of ProCyte in Japan should be a growth opportunity for Idexx, as management has indicated that the market prefers in-house test equipment over reference labs; additionally, there is a dearth of competitive hematology analyzers there. On the other hand, we are less optimistic about the European market. Not only will the ongoing financial stresses damp prospects, but the recent change in European BSE testing guidelines, which raised the age at which cattle should be tested, will also cut demand for those tests. We are intrigued that the companion animal segment in Europe posted 8% organic growth in the fourth quarter, which runs counter to our expectations for 2012 in that geographic area. It is difficult to determine whether this was simply a quarterly blip, or a real trend toward greater spending on pet health care. We will be keeping a close eye on this area as 2012 unfolds. Debbie S. Wang is a senior analyst and former associate director of stock analysis on the health-care team. Before joining Morningstar in October 2002, she was a vice president and senior brand strategist at Leo Burnett, where she led brand strategy on a variety of accounts, including Allstate, Amoco, McDonald's, Heinz, 7UP, Smucker's, Morgan Stanley Dean Witter, Pepto-Bismol, and Celebrex. Wang holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business and a bachelor's degree in anthropology from Colgate University. |
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Guest Speaker Reminds Students of MLK's Message 02/02/2012 Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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| As part of the MLK Celebration Week, Colgate welcomed guest lecturer Professor Eddie S. Glaude Jr., who gave a speech last Thursday in Love Auditorium.
Last Thursday in Love Auditorium, Colgate welcomed William S. Tod Professor of Religion and African American Studies at Princeton University Eddie S. Glaude Jr. as the Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Keynote Address speaker. Glaude is the chair of the Center for African American Studies at Princeton University, as well as a senior fellow at The Jamestown Project at Harvard University, which is a "think tank of new leaders who reach across boundaries and generations to make democracy real" according to the organization's website. He has also written several award-winning books. Professor Glaude's lecture was centered on "the power of young folk." Glaude explained how he believes young people in America no longer have the message that Martin Luther King Jr. preached ingrained in their actions. The event brought out a large group of students and faculty, filling the auditorium almost to capacity. Glaude shared his ideas on how passive the new generation has been and how he believes that because of our own self-interests and distractions, such as material possessions, we no longer possess much of Dr. King's influence and message. "We must orient ourselves to the greatness of our past," Glaude said. "We, right now, Americans of all colors, must discover our mission." Professor Glaude addressed his feelings on young people in America, stressing that they need to not only come together as a collective, but also to use their skills in a positive way moving forward. "Young people must take their ability to multitask, their technology, their swag, etc., to create the movement of now," he said. "Today is our day to make history and to transform the world." Assistant Dean of Multicultural Affairs and the Director of African, Latin, Asian & Native American (ALANA) Cultural Center and International Services Thomas A. Cruz- Soto was instrumental in bringing Professor Glaude to campus. "I've been working on getting him here for two years now," Cruz- Soto said. "We're really lucky to have him." MLK week has served as a kind of kickoff for Black History Month in the past at Colgate. "Every year, the Cultural Center takes charge of the events," Cruz- Soto said. "I believe that this year's MLK week has been one of the best years so far at Colgate." In an effort to make the festivities more integrated into life on campus, Cruz-Soto and others involved in organizing the MLK week events also reached out to other departments, including Women's Studies, and other key faculty members. "They've been fantastic and have brought their students and research into MLK week," Cruz-Soto said. He also explained what those who helped put on the festivities surrounding MLK hoped to accomplish. "The goal has been to expose students to diversity, gender, religion and race diversity. It's mainly to expose students to all walks of life, acceptance over tolerance," Cruz-Soto said. Cruz-Soto expressed his concerns with Colgate's openness to diversity dialogues. "Race is always an issue," he said. "Colgate students are so bright, but as far as complete tolerance, I don't know if we're there yet. I think this can be a great breeding ground to expose ignorance so people can talk, so they aren't stigmatized for a certain belief." Contact Amanda Golden at agolden@colgate.edu. What Holiday Are You Most Excited For? Groundhog's Day Spring Party Weekend Valentine's Day |
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Nash Senior Honor Society Helps the Community: Konosioni Distributes Grants 02/02/2012 Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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| KONOSIONI KINDNESS: The Konosioni Honor Society distributed grants to local charitable groups targeting nutrition and wellness.
The Konosioni Senior Honor Society is one of the most impressive student organizations at Colgate University. In overview, Konosioni is composed of 26 seniors – 13 male and 13 female (because this is Colgate, after all), who are peer-selected by the current Konosioni members after applying in the spring of their junior years. They are then inducted that same semester and embark on their mission of "preserving Colgate's many traditions and bettering the Hamilton community through service," as the Student Life section of the Colgate website so aptly states. These students meet once a week throughout their two semesters in the organization to achieve their mission. This carefully selected group generates a unique theme for the society for their term, which influences the service and initiative of the group for that time. The service this organization does truly is amazing. The Konosioni Honor Society does many things in the spirit of "preserving Colgate's many traditions and bettering the Hamilton community," but the group's main focus during the Spring semester is allocating the Konosioni Grants to charities that are compatible with the current theme of the Konosioni Senior Honor Society. The process of allocating grants to charities starts with the Spring Charity Auction, at which Konosioni auctions off items to members of the Colgate and Hamilton communities to raise money ultimately given to various charities. The next step for Konosioni is choosing charities relevant to their theme of choice and inviting them to apply for grant money. Finally, Konosioni chooses the best of the charity applications and allocates money to each according to the amount of money raised at the Charity Auction. The Class of 2012 Konosioni Society allocated grants to charities relevant to their chosen theme of Nutrition and Wellness. They passed their final grant decisions on December 6, 2011. Because of a successful Charity Auction in the spring of 2011, the society had $25,340 to dole out to organizations including the Mary Rose Center (a free health clinic), Emma's House (a shelter for women in crisis) and Utica Safe Schools Healthy Partnership, Inc. (involved with the Community Health and Wellness Fair). As it is now the spring of 2012, a new group of extraordinary students will soon assume the positions held for just a short while longer by 26 seniors. The current members of the Konosioni Senior Honor Society are Terica Adams, Sarah Branz, Giovanna Brunetto, Kathryn David, Devin Desir, Kelly Dwyer, Brett Ekberg, Sonya Falcone, Kevin Gordon, Charles Hartwick, Christine Heffernan, Jane Huang, Erin Leon, Casey Macaulay, Samantha Myers, Ryan Nelson, Makenna Osborn, Caden Polk, Ruchira Rajan, Bharadwaj Obula Reddy, Alex Restrepo, Ellie Schmidt, Fatima Sowe, Peter Stein, Lindsay Strand and Mitchell Waxman. Soon to hand off their seats in this society, these seniors will graduate shortly with the accomplishment of having been a member of such a prestigious and honorable organization, and what they have achieved this year is truly admirable. Contact Claire Aziz at caziz@colgate.edu. What Holiday Are You Most Excited For? Groundhog's Day Spring Party Weekend Valentine's Day |
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Green 'Gate: Colgate University and Hamilton Township Discuss Natural Gas Utility 02/02/2012 Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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| Colgate University's interest in switching to natural gas as a secondary source of heating is one step closer to becoming a reality.
Last month, the Village of Hamilton began to make strides toward bringing natural gas pipelines and energy to Colgate and to the surrounding Hamilton community. Colgate's Climate Action Plan, published last fall, cited natural gas as an alternative to burning the fuel oil (Colgate uses number six) in the heating plant. The Climate Action Plan suggests this change by 2014, hinging on its future availability in Hamilton. The Climate Action Plan document states, "It appears likely that Colgate will have access to natural gas in the near future via an ongoing Village of Hamilton initiative to bring natural gas to the area." The plan suggested the change because, when burnt, natural gas releases fewer greenhouse gases than other fossil fuels. A switch to natural gas, therefore, would greatly reduce Colgate's carbon footprint and help the University become carbon neutral by 2019, which Colgate has outlined in the recent Climate Action Plan. The switch to natural gas suggested by the Climate Action Plan has been met with some opposition and hesitation, however, because of the negative environmental impact of its extraction. On January 10, the Hamilton Village Board of Trustees began to discuss the establishment of a natural gas utility. The board voted to begin an environmental assessment that is required by the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act before a new utility can be established. The natural gas utility would construct a connecting pipeline into Hamilton, New York from one of two major pipelines within a ten-mile radius. The natural gas utility would also handle suppliers, gas customers and operation of the pipeline. Margaret Miller, the Mayor of Hamilton, was quoted in The Madison County New York News on January 18, 2012 as saying that the natural gas utility is feasible, in part, because of interest expressed by Colgate University (as well as the two other large energy-consuming institutions in Hamilton, Hamilton Central School and Community Memorial Hospital). Although abundant in New York, natural gas is also a controversial energy source. Natural gas is, for the most part, extracted from shale using hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, in which companies fracture rock layers with pressurized hydraulic fluids in order to extract petroleum and natural gas products. However, many people oppose hydraulic fracturing because of the associated environmental and health hazards, especially when concerning water contamination. The board agreed to host a public hearing on February 14 at the Hamilton Village Courthouse to discuss the controversial fuel source. The utility will not be established unless the Hamilton community votes for the legislation in a referendum that will be held sometime this spring. Contact Cassidy Holahan at cholahan@colgate.edu. What Holiday Are You Most Excited For? Groundhog's Day Spring Party Weekend Valentine's Day |
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In The Light: Erin Nash 02/02/2012 Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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| Erin Nash, senior and Syracuse native, has been a vital part of the Residential Life staff throughout her time at Colgate. The psychology major is currently serving as the Apartment Manager of University Courts, in which she oversees both juniors and seniors at Colgate.
Nash began her involvement with Residential Life when she became a Residential Advisor in her sophomore year. She was the RA for Andrews Hall, and in her junior year progressed to become the RA in Shepardson. She describes the purpose of the Residential Life staff as creating "a healthy living space for my residents through one-on-one interactions, hall programming and peer advising." Yet, her role is flexible. As an RA for first-years, Nash primarily dealt with roommate conflicts and personal issues. Working with upperclassmen, she says her primary responsibilities include "ensuring the maintenance of all University Court buildings ... and supporting residents in their academic and extracurricular pursuits." For Nash, working as an RA "is sometimes challenging, [but] assisting and developing close relationships with more than 200 students has been extremely rewarding. I cannot express how thankful I am to have had the most wonderful residents over the past three years." As for her peers in Residential Life, Nash says she has "become closely connected with the other members of the Residential Life staff; it is both exciting and inspiring to work with students who share the same goal of wanting to help students to experience positive living situations." Nash is also involved on campus as a member of the Benton Scholars program, and served last year as the Policy Coordinator for Student Life on the SGA Executive Board. She also participated in the Upstate Institute Summer Field School Program and the Dominican Republic alternative break trip sponsored by COVE. During her time at Colgate, Nash says the university "has prompted and inspired me to engage with the world as a global citizen – I have learned to become more aware and critical of ideas and events going on in the world. More importantly, Colgate has helped me to discover my passions, as well as the drive to pursue those passions." Post-graduation, Nash plans to work for a few years in the field of organizational development and then attend graduate school to obtain a Master's degree or Ph.D in Organizational Psychology. To nominate a senior for In The Lighte-mail af.maroonnews@gmail.com. |
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Alumni Column Capturing Colgate's Brand 02/02/2012 Colgate Maroon - News, Colgate University - Online, The |
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| I have the privilege of serving on the Colgate Alumni Council and recently attended the Council's mid-winter meetings in Hamilton at which, in addition to helping to host Real World, the Council devoted substantial time and thought to President Herbst's Strategic Planning Proposal for Colgate. Colgate's next strategic plan is a weighty and important initiative that will shape Colgate's future. We applaud President Herbst for welcoming the voice of alumni, among the other key constituencies of Colgate (including students – yes, you too have a voice, so be sure to let it be heard).
Before grappling with Colgate's critical needs for the future, the Council thought it was important to identify what is right about Colgate. What makes Colgate special, unique and successful? What is Colgate's brand? While this may seem like a simple task, it is surprisingly difficult to articulate our brand in succinct terms – even for Colgate liberal arts graduates who know and love our college and have been taught to think critically and to marshal our words in a compelling fashion. The problem is that there are so many facets that make Colgate...well, Colgate, that no single statement captures the Colgate brand effectively. Here's what we know: Colgate is about engagement of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents and the community – intellectual, social, athletic, civic and global engagement. It's about being taught and inspired by members of the faculty who also have us over for dinner. It's about being small but mighty, fielding Division 1 athletic teams, having our debate team advance to the World Universities Debate Championships and producing leaders in the world of finance, media, marketing and law (to name just a few). It's about having the "oldest college weekly in America." It's about our student athletes who put us at the top of the NCAA Graduation Rate. It's about the beauty of our campus and the surrounding countryside and yes, the isolation of our residential college community. It's about our increasing diversity and expansive study abroad program. It's about the strength of our Core curriculum. It's about alumni who reach across generations to provide financial support, mentoring and job opportunities. It's about snow, snow and more snow (not for the faint of heart). It's about engendering an entrepreneurial spirit. It's about the lessons in self-governance and philanthropy, fostering community across classes and the fun provided by Greek life. It's about having our lucky number be 13 and those 13 men with 13 dollars and 13 prayers who started it all. It's about our enduring tradition of the torchlight ceremony (also not for the faint of heart). It's about Gary Ross's handwritten notes to candidates for admission and the ice cream sandwiches, too. It's about increasing and achieving our capital campaign goal during an economic crisis when other colleges are lowering theirs. It's about having a complete stranger embrace (and almost accost) us when we are wearing a Colgate t-shirt, hat or any other Colgate garb, just to say that "his sister's husband's best friend's daughter" went to Colgate. It's about the love and passion that Colgate students and alumni (and their families) have for our college and for one another. I could go on and on, but I think you get the point. All of those things comprise the essence of Colgate, or the spirit that is Colgate; something that is difficult to capture in a brand, but powerful and important to preserve. Can we improve Colgate? Absolutely. Are there drivers for change that we must pay attention to in order to keep Colgate competitive and successful? Yes. Changing demographics, globalization and the increasing pressure to make the case for Colgate's value proposition against the cost of a Colgate education and, in the context of a difficult economic climate and job market, require us to step up our game. The world is changing around us, and Colgate must be proactive in anticipating and meeting those changes in order to continue to excel. But I believe that the answer to the fundamental question of what we want Colgate to be is that we want Colgate to be Colgate, only stronger. |
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Ovations 02/02/2012 East County Observer - Online |
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| + Local students earn collegiate honors
Alexander Zehr of Sarasota, a junior mechanical engineering major, was named a Presidential Scholar for earning a minimum grade point average of 3.8 during the fall semester at Clarkson University in New York. Kathleen Kuperman, of Sarasota, and Allison Kuperman, of Sarasota, were named to the fall 2011 dean's list at Tufts University in Medford, Mass. Anika Pack, of Sarasota, has been inducted into the Colgate University chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, a national scholastic honorary society. Phi Eta Sigma recognizes the outstanding academic achievements of university freshmen. + Temple Sinai Youth Group member elected area president Michelle Zemil was recently elected president of the Southern Tropical Region of the National Federation of Temple Youth, which is the youth organization for Jewish teens currently enrolled in high school throughout the United States and Canada. Zemil will be involved in planning the five kallot planned for the school year, oversee the positions of the regional board and keep in contact with the presidents of the individual temple youth groups in the region. + Citywalk elects new board officers During its annual meeting, the Citywalk Condominium Association elected Matthew Wooddall president of the board for 2012. He also held that position in 2010. The other new board officers are Jacqueline Phifer, vice president, and Adam Salatino, secretary and treasurer. |
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ADK presents 'Bill McKibben: Notes from the Front of the Climate Fight' 02/02/2012 Adirondack Enterprise - Online |
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← and → arrow keys on your keyboard to activate these links ?');return false" onmouseout="hideBubbleTip()"> � Guild holds Dewey Mountain b... ← and → arrow keys on your keyboard to activate these links ?');return false" onmouseout="hideBubbleTip()" class="txtRight"> Great Adirondack Young Peopl...>> ADK presents ‘Bill McKibben: Notes from the Front of the Climate Fight' February 2, 2012 Adirondack Daily Enterprise LAKE PLACID - The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) will present a special program, "Bill McKibben: Notes from the Front of the Climate Fight" at 8 p.m. Saturday at ADK's High Peaks Information Center, located at Heart Lake in Lake Placid. This presentation is free and open to the public. McKibben, author and co-founder of 350.org, will talk about the movement to solve the climate crisis. Find out what the world is doing to address this issue. McKibben is the author of a dozen books about the environment, beginning with "The End of Nature" in 1989, which is regarded as the first book for a general audience on climate change. He is a founder of the grassroots climate campaign 350.org, which has coordinated 15,000 rallies in 189 countries since 2009. Time Magazine called him 'the planet's best green journalist' and the Boston Globe said in 2010 that he was 'probably the country's most important environmentalist.'Schumann Distinguished Scholar at Middlebury College, he holds honorary degrees from a dozen colleges, including the Universities of Massachusetts and Maine, the State University of New York, and Whittier and Colgate Colleges. In 2011 he was elected a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Save | Adirondack Daily Enterprise |
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Union turn their clock back farther - phillyBurbs.com 02/01/2012 http://www.phillyburbs.com/ |
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| Union turn their clock back farther phillyBurbs.com The Union added their usual complement of draft youngsters — UCLA striker Chandler Hoffman, Creighton University midfielder Greg Jordan, West Virginia defender Ray Gaddis and homegrown Colgate University freshman (and FC Delco, Pa.) ... and more »
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Only hours remain to enter to win tickets to Clarkson hockey game - North Country Now 02/01/2012 http://northcountrynow.com/ |
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| Only hours remain to enter to win tickets to Clarkson hockey game North Country Now 18 game against Colgate University at Clarkson's Cheel Arena in Potsdam. The contest ends at 3 pm Thursday and the three winners will be announced on Friday. The winners may also win twice – the hockey tickets to be given away are from a group of ... and more »
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Manganiello, Romeo Sign Letters of intent to Play College Football - Patch.com 02/01/2012 http://berkeleyheights.patch.com/ |
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| Manganiello, Romeo Sign Letters of intent to Play College Football Patch.com Tony has selected to play next year at Lehigh University while Andrew has decided on Colgate University. Tony was a third-team, All-State selection, a first team all area selection, and led the line with 85 tackles this year. and more »
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Scarsdale's Students Receive Academic Honors - Patch.com 02/01/2012 http://scarsdale.patch.com/ |
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| Scarsdale's Students Receive Academic Honors Patch.com Santina Anne Scarcella of Scarsdale, a member of the Colgate University Class of 2014, has been inducted into the Colgate chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, the national scholastic honorary society that recognizes the outstanding academic achievement of ... and more »
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Kara Michelle Schmidt inducted into Phi Eta Sigma - Gates-Chili Post 02/01/2012 http://www.gateschilipost.com/ |
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| Kara Michelle Schmidt inducted into Phi Eta Sigma Gates-Chili Post By Sara Glafcke Kara Michelle Schmidt, a sophomore at Colgate University, was inducted into the school's chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, a national scholastic honor society that recognizes the academic achievement of first-year students.
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The Mayan Apocalypse And The Meaning Of Life - NPR (blog) 02/01/2012 http://www.npr.org/ |
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| The Mayan Apocalypse And The Meaning Of Life NPR (blog) Anthony Aveni, from Colgate University. According to Aveni, the scant Mayan documentation that can be interpreted as saying anything about the end of the world should be seen not as predicting an apocalyptic end but a rebirth, which always happens at ... and more »
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World-Renowned Artist to Visit Colgate University - Madison County Courier 02/01/2012 http://www.madisoncountycourier.com/ |
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| World-Renowned Artist to Visit Colgate University Madison County Courier 6 through April 3, the Picker Art Gallery at Colgate University will host installations by renowned artist Ann Hamilton (annhamiltonstudio.com). Hamilton is recognized internationally for the sensory surrounds of her large-scale multi-media ...
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Hudson County students earn degrees, honors at schools - The Jersey Journal - NJ.com 02/01/2012 http://www.nj.com/ |
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| The Jersey Journal - NJ.com Hudson County students earn degrees, honors at schools The Jersey Journal - NJ.com By The Jersey Journal Hoboken student Elena Suzanne Kalmus, a member of the Colgate University Class of 2014, has been inducted into the Colgate chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, the national scholastic honorary society that recognizes the outstanding academic ... Campus News: Lake Minnetonka College Students Earn Academic HonorsPatch.com all 7 news articles »
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School Notes Schools (www.HometownAnnapolis.com - The Capital) 02/01/2012 Capital - Online, The |
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| Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Schools more>> School Notes Published 02/01/12 Emily Hagerty, daughter of John and Teri Hagerty of Crofton, was named to the dean's list for the fall semester at Saint Michael's College. A sociology and anthropology major, Hagerty graduated from South River High School. * * * Patrick Smith, son of Lynn and Timothy Smith of Pasadena, was named to the dean's list for the fall semester at Saint Michael's College. A history major, Smith graduated from Chesapeake High School. * * * Kristina Marie Klingenberger of Annapolis has been named to the fall semester Dean's List at Radford University. Klingenberger is a junior design major. * * * Taylor Collins of Crofton was named to the dean's list for the fall semester at the Wentworth Institute of Technology. * * * Robert William Trachtman of Crownsville has been inducted into the Colgate University chapter of Phi Eta Sigma. Copyright © Capital Gazette Communications LLC, 2012. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use |
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In-plant Managers Invited to Russia 02/01/2012 In-Plant Graphics - Online |
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Connect In-plant Managers Invited to Russia February 1, 2012 multipage Three in-plant managers recently paid a visit to Russia to share information about their operations with a group of university book publishers there. They spoke at a three-day conference held by the Publishing and Press Association of Universities of Russia, in Pushkin, Russia. Making the trip were: Larry Fox , director of Imprints at the University of California, San Diego; Bob Keats , director of Document and Mail Services at Colgate University, in Hamilton, N.Y.; Jeff Gworek , director of Printing and Publishing Services at Yale University, in New Haven, Conn. The trip was coordinated by Ed Danielczyk , Xerox Worldwide Public Sector Industry Marketing Manager. He was asked to offer his perspective on how new technologies will alter the business models of Russian university book publishers. He invited the three managers, all members of the Xerox Higher Education Customer Advisory Council, to offer their real-world experiences. "The purpose was to talk to them about book publishing and book printing services offered by campus in-plants in the U.S.," explains Fox. "Each of us presented on our university's in-plant." They spoke individually and as part of panels, taking questions from the audience. Fox says there were always translators relaying their words to attendees, and the four Americans wore headphones to hear English translations. Danielczyk explains that traditional publishing and printing processes are still quite ingrained in Russia, with e-books just beginning to make an impact. Print-on-demand is gaining momentum there, with devices like the iGen4 and Espresso Book Machine starting to catch on. The Russian group was very interested in hearing how U.S. in-plants support the printing and publishing needs of their universities, he says, how they manage their operations like businesses, how many employees they have, etc. After the conference, the group toured St. Petersburg Polytechnic University's publishing facility and spoke with the rector there. Danielczyk also had the opportunity to teach a short class on digital printing there. Fox says he came away from the experience with a broader understanding of the challenges university publishers in other countries face. And while going to Russia in December might seem like a terrible fate for a San Diegan, Fox says the weather there did not live up to its chilly reputation. |
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Rush-Henrietta grad inducted into Phi Eta Sigma 02/01/2012 Rush-Henrietta Post - Online Jordan Edwards |
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| Rush-Henrietta High School alum Joshua Ryan Hair has been inducted into Colgate University's chapter of the Phi Eta Sigma honor society.
Hair, a sophomore, joined roughly 150 other students who maintained a GPA of at least 3.5 throughout the 2010-11 school year. They were honored at a fall banquet. He is the son of John E. and Nicole M. Hair, of West Henrietta. Rush-Henrietta High School alum Joshua Ryan Hair has been inducted into Colgate University's chapter of the Phi Eta Sigma honor society. Hair, a sophomore, joined roughly 150 other students who maintained a GPA of at least 3.5 throughout the 2010-11 school year. They were honored at a fall banquet. He is the son of John E. and Nicole M. Hair, of West Henrietta. |
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Kara Michelle Schmidt inducted into Phi Eta Sigma 02/01/2012 Wicked Local Sara Glafcke |
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| Kara Michelle Schmidt, a sophomore at Colgate University, was inducted into the school's chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, a national scholastic honor society that recognizes the academic achievement of first-year students.
Schmidt is the daughter of Thomas G. and Mary Jo Schmidt, of Rochester. She graduated from Greece Athena High School. In order to be inducted, students must earn a GPA of at least 3.5 during their first year in school. Colgate University is located at 13 Oak Drive, in Hamilton. Kara Michelle Schmidt, a sophomore at Colgate University, was inducted into the school's chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, a national scholastic honor society that recognizes the academic achievement of first-year students. Schmidt is the daughter of Thomas G. and Mary Jo Schmidt, of Rochester. She graduated from Greece Athena High School. In order to be inducted, students must earn a GPA of at least 3.5 during their first year in school. Colgate University is located at 13 Oak Drive, in Hamilton. |
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Financial Aid Tips from Admissions Officers 02/01/2012 Voice of America Television Network - Online Jessica Stahl |
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| In some recent interviews, admissions officers from U.S. colleges have been explaining how schools provide financial aid to international students. Their biggest message? It varies. A lot.
Here's one approach, explained by a representative from Mount Holyoke College: Eric Furda, dean of admissions at the University of Pennsylvania, told U.S. News and World Report that international students applying for financial aid need to consider a few questions as they research universities. First, he said, students should ask: Will applying for aid as a non-U.S. citizen or permanent resident impact my admissions decision? A few schools are need-blind, which means they don't factor financial aid needs into their admissions decisions, but most are “need-sensitive.” Katryna A. Swartwout Ryan, associate dean of admissions at Colgate University, explained to the New York Times howfinancial aid gets factored into admissions decisions at a need-sensitive school: We use the financial aid resources we have to admit and aid the strongest students from around the world, but since there is not an infinite amount of aid available we reach a point in the admission process where we are unable to admit any more students who require financial aid. Students who don't require aid are not vying for the same limited resources. The second question international students need to ask themselves, according to Eric Furda, is: If admitted, what will my financial aid package look like from the perspective of grants, loans, and any potential gap to meet the full cost of attending the school? As we've pointed out many times, the amount of financial aid available to international students varies widely from school to school. [Check out some resources for finding out how much aid may be available at a school] But what can also vary is how this aid is offered. Katrina A. Swartwout Ryan pointed out a number of elements to be aware of, including: 1. Whether the school offers merit-based aid, need-based aid, or both 2. How much of your demonstrated need they will meet 3. Whether you reapply for aid each year or keep your initial aid package She also explained how her own university approaches each of the questions. Take a look at her full interview and compare Colgate's approach to that of Mount Holyoke to see some of the ways these differences can play out. » For more useful tips, see our previous article: Visa Tips From Visa Officers. Tags: advice Posted in Financial Aid and Scholarships Leave a Reply The Student Union is… A place to hear stories about studying in the U.S. Our bloggers have come from all over the world to U.S. universities, and they'll be sharing their experiences, advice and more. A place to connect with other current and prospective international students. For even more discussion and interaction, join us on and . A place to find interesting and relevant links from across the web to help you understand the international student experience. |
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The Mayan Apocalypse And The Meaning Of Life 02/01/2012 NPR - Online |
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| 13.7: Cosmos And Culture
< previous post by Marcelo Gleiser Since Adam wrote here yesterday of science as a meaningful pursuit, or better, of how a science-inspired way of quenching our unquenchable thirst for knowledge about ourselves and the world will add meaning to one's life, I'd like to take off on a tangent also springing from Umair Haque's recent blog post in the Harvard Business Review. Two days ago I listened to a lecture on the Mayan "prediction" of the apocalypse, which millions believe will take place on 21 December 2012. The lecturer was one of the world's foremost experts in archaeoastronomy, Prof. Anthony Aveni , from Colgate University. According to Aveni, the scant Mayan documentation that can be interpreted as saying anything about the end of the world should be seen not as predicting an apocalyptic end but a rebirth, which always happens at the end of a calendric cycle. Although to most people it will either be a blow up or a bliss out, the reality is much tamer than that. I actually addressed the Mayan end-of-days fallacy in some detail in a past post here at 13.7 and don't want to belabor the theme. However, while Aveni was explaining why a planetary alignment won't do anything to us â "did you know that Venus contributes only 1/500th of an inch to earthly tides?"â ditto with solar flares or an alignment with the galactic center, common phenomena without much to fear, he also asked why do people of all ages, past and present, have such a fixation with ideas of the end, and why this is particularly acute in America. Here we circle back to Haque's question of what makes a life meaningful, and we see that fears of the end are often related to fears of having lived a meaningless life. Haque's focus on meaningfulness seems to rely on legacy. At the risk of oversimplifying his remarks, his point is that people spend too much of their lives in trivialities and thus feel trapped in an empty existence when, instead, they should be investing their time in generating something that "stands the test of time," "the test of excellence," and the "test of you." We are creatures bound by time, and our awareness of this simple and ruthless truth feeds some our best and worst deeds. Most of us fear the lack of control that we have when it comes to the passage of time. So we find ways to stay on, even if we are no longer present in body. We only truly disappear when people stop remembering us. (What do you know of your great-great-grandparents? Add extra "greats" as needed.) However, there need not be anything elitist about the nature of this legacy. It's not all about getting a Nobel prize or composing a symphony or writing a poem that will be read hundreds of years from now. Raising a good family, creating a recipe that goes down from generation to generation, making someone's life better, inspiring young students, all should count as a legacy. I'm sure you have your own examples. The issue that muddles this discussion is the matter of value. What has value to me may not to you and vice-versa. What is meaningful to me may not be to you, and vice-versa. So, it's quite difficult to come up with universals of meaningfulness and say this is what makes a life worth living. To a certain extent, if we have good health, the next most important thing is probably freedom. And, in my view, to be truly free is to be able to choose to what or whom you will commit. It could be a family recipe book, a new theorem, or a life of devotion to the poor. In any case, a life that was well-lived would never be long enough. This, perhaps, is the essence of the human predicament. We all struggle to find our own way out of it. You can keep up with more of what Marcelo is thinking on Facebook . |
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Skip to navigation 02/01/2012 Dartmouth - Online, The |
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Aveni says apocalypse not imminent By Emily Brigstocke Jan 31 | 12:00 am Anthony Aveni has made a career of the history behind the current media fad surrounding the allegedly upcoming Maya-predicted apocalypse. An author with 26 book titles to his name, Aveni, an astronomy professor, anthropology and sociology professor at Colgate University, discussed three aspects of the Mayan apocalypse — the predictions of the form it would take, its role in Mayan culture and the particular interest American pop culture has taken in the subject — in his lecture, “The End of Time: Maya Apocalypse Soon?” The lecture took place in Filene Auditorium in Moore Hall on Monday afternoon. Monday | January 30, 2012 SPCSA organizes first symposium By Emily Baer, The Dartmouth Staff Jan 30 | 12:00 am **Correction Appended** The Student and Presidential Committee on Sexual Assault hosted its first annual Dartmouth Symposium on Sexual Assault on Saturday to reflect upon the programs and initiatives currently in place to address sexual assault on campus and consider new ways to confront it in the future. Over 100 faculty, administrators, leaders of campus groups, coaches, sports team captains and executive members of Greek and co-ed organizations gathered at round table discussions in Alumni Hall for a period of four hours to address sexual assault on campus. Friday | January 27, 2012 Sculpting proceeds despite weather |
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Cardinal Gibbons' Nicco Whigham headed to Central Florida 02/01/2012 Miami Herald - Online, The |
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Defensive back Nicco Whigham — 6-1, 195 pounds — decided against joining teammate Erick Hallmon at Bowling Green and stayed closer to home. For Nicco Whigham, his decision nearly came down to nearly the last day. The idea of teaming up with his close friend and Cardinal Gibbons teammate, Erick Hallmon, at Bowling Green was enticing. But when it was all said and done, the 6-1 195-pound defensive back chose to stick with his family and sign with Central Florida on signing day. “Based on the information that I get from my son, it was a strong possibility that he was really considering Bowling Green,” said his father George Whigham. “I didn't feel that it was in the best interest of another kid going to a school based on the fact of a friend.” According to Whigham's father, George, they will take the trip up north to Orlando for every game to watch their son play. And what was the best part of the day for Nicco Whigham? “Watching my momma smile,” Whigham said. “It shows that I have achieved a lot and she won't have to struggle anymore.” And smile she did. As for Whigham and Hallmon, who have been friends for seven years, they will still keep each other in contact despite parting ways. “We always wanted to play together but we knew that we had to make the best choice for both of us,” Whigham said. “We're still brothers, until the end. He's going to do his thing at Bowling Green and I'm going to do my thing at UCF.” Hallmon, who cut off any recruiting calls a month prior to signing day will join the Bowling Green defensive unit in hopes of seeing some playing time early into his collegiate career. Along with Whigham signing with UCF and Hallmon going to Bowling Green, Chase Bender will line up under center for Colgate University. It was a decision that the 6-3, 180-pound quarterback out of Cardinal Gibbons made the week prior to signing day. |
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Hudson County students earn degrees, honors at schools 02/01/2012 NJ.com |
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| Hoboken student Elena Suzanne Kalmus, a member of the Colgate University Class of 2014, has been inducted into the Colgate chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, the national scholastic honorary society that recognizes the outstanding academic achievement of first-year students.
Kalmus received the prestigious distinction for having earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the 2010-2011 academic year. Currently a sophomore at Colgate in Hamilton, NY, she is the daughter of David J. Kalmus and Dr. Abbie D. Jacobs of Hoboken. Kalmus is a graduate of High Tech High School. Herbert Joshua Glazerman of Jersey City Angela Tiano of Bayonne was named to the fall 2011 Dean's List at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Conn. To receive this honor, a student must achieve a 3.6 grade average, based on a 4.0 scale. Herbert Joshua Glazerman of Jersey City, graduated with a psychology degree from Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY, in December. Glazerman is a 2007 graduate of County Prep High School. Sheela Muthyala, of Jersey City, earned a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering at Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., in December. Ariel Rodriguez of Hoboken has been named to its Dean's List for Fall 2011 at the University of Hartford in West Hartford, Conn. Officers of the 200 Club of Hudson County stand in front of the clubs Wall of Honor plaque located in the Hudson County Courthouse. The plaque displays the names of local police, fire and emergency service personnel honored by the organization. New names were recently added and the club will present this years awards April 25. From left are Mickey McCabe, luncheon chairman; Sheriff Frank X. Schillari; former Assemblywoman Joan Quigley, valor awards chair; and Joseph Giannella, first vice president of the club. Miran'd'a Ginebra, of Weehawken, has been placed on the Gettysburg College Dean's Honor list for outstanding academic achievement in Fall 2011. Students with a quality point average of 3.60 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) for a semester's work are placed on the College's Dean's Honor List. Grace Gargiulo a senior corporate communication major of Hoboken, was named to Lycoming College's dean's list for the fall semester. The school is located in Williamsport, PA. Three Bayonne students have been named to the University of Delaware's Dean's List for Fall 2011. They include: Danielle Clarkin, a Senior Arts and Sciences major; Michele Colucci, a Senior Education & Human Development major; Gabrielle Dundas, a Junior Business and Economics major from Bayonne. Yejide Offord of Jersey City, has been named to the Dean's List at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, Ga., for the fall quarter, 2011. Full-time undergraduate students who earn a grade point average of 3.5 or above for the quarter receive recognition on the Dean's List. |
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Campus News: Lake Minnetonka College Students Earn Academic Honors 02/01/2012 Lake Minnetonka Patch |
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new Northville students named to Dean's Lists around the country. The following Lake Minnetonka residents made the Dean's List at DePaul University for the fall quarter of 2011: Mathias Preble of Excelsior Daniel Schlesinger of Deephaven Andrea Jones of Wayzata Samuel McClure of Deephaven Anna McDonald of Wayzata Payton Zemke of Deephaven In order to qualify for the Dean's List at DePaul, students must earn above a 3.0 grade point average on a four point scale. Caroline Ricard of Wayzata, a member of the class of 2014, was named to Tufts University's Dean's List for the Fall 2011 semester. Dean's List honors at Tufts University require a semester grade point average of 3.4 or greater. Casey Simonson, a junior chemistry-biology major, has been named to the Dean's List at Ripon College for the fall 2011 semester, which recognizes academic excellence. Simonson is the child of Dr. and Mrs. Philip G. Simonson of Mound. To qualify for the Dean's List at Ripon College, students must achieve a 3.40 grade point average or higher on a 4.00 scale and complete at least 12 credits of regular letter-graded work. Amanda Peterson, a resident of Long Lake and a student at Orono High School, has been admitted to Concordia University, St. Paul for the fall 2012 semester. Peterson was awarded the University scholarship. This achievement provides a total of $10,000 in funds. Brian Engelsma, of Long Lake, has been placed on the Gettysburg College Dean's Honor list for outstanding academic achievement in Fall 2011. Students with a quality point average of 3.60 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) for a semester's work are placed on the College's Dean's Honor List. Cambria Litsey, a member of the Colgate University Class of 2014, has been inducted into the Colgate chapter of Phi Eta Sigma, the national scholastic honorary society that recognizes the outstanding academic achievement of first-year students. Litsey received the prestigious distinction for having earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the 2010-2011 academic year. A banquet was held in honor of the approximately 150 students who qualified. Currently a sophomore at Colgate, Litsey, is the Daughter of Mr. Calvin L. Litsey Mrs. Christine A. Litsey of Excelsior. Related Topics: Lake Minnetonka Achievements and Lake Minnetonka Dean's List Email me updates about this story. Website: Thanks. We'll email you the next time we update this story. |
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