Media Roundup for February 2009
Feb. 1
The Record had a feature story on Danny Glover and his upcoming appearance at Pacific: The Record. The story had a sidebar that included a complete list of all Black History Month events: The Record - as well as a full interview with Glover: The Record
KTXL (FOX 40 Sacramento) and KCRA (NBC Sacramento) both had stories about a fatal car crash involving two University of the Pacific students and a Pacific alumnus. University spokesman Patrick Giblin was briefly interviewed in the KTXL story. Fox 40
Record columnist Mike Fitzgerald endorsed Paul Ferguson to be Pacific’s next president: Fitzgerald's Column
The Riverside Press Enterprise had a story about a legal ruling on Santa Ana’s fish habitat. McGeorge professor Craig Manson was quoted. The Press Enterprise
Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted in the January/February issue of Comstock’s Magazine in an article titled “A Cutback Story.”
Feb. 2
The Record had a story about large Super Bowl parties held in the region on Sunday. The story focused on a party hosted by Pacific professor Farley Staniec. The Record
Inside Higher Ed had a story about how University of Miami closed its radio station due to budget cuts. The recent sale of KUOP was mentioned in the story. Inside Higher Education.
The Record had a brief that said Pacific graduate Brian Huff, Ed.D., has joined the Quail Point Psychotherapy Center. The Record
The Record had a brief about conservatory faculty member Frank Wiens’ upcoming piano recital: The Record
Law.com had a story about an upswing in applications to law school. McGeorge Asst. Dean Adam Barrett was quoted. Law.com
KCRA interviewed members of Pacific’s swim team as well as Pacific students about reaction to the photos of Michael Phelps smoking marijuana.
TravleLady Magazine had a review of Professor Ken Albala’s book “Beans.” Travel Lady
The Lodi News-Sentinel had a brief on the upcoming records management workshop that will be hosted by McGeorge. http://www.lodinews.com/articles/2009/02/03/features/3_classes_090202.txt
The North County Times had a feature-obit on Pacific graduate Dick Baglien. The North County Times
Feb. 3
The Record had a story on the death of Pacific graduate Koob Vang in a car accident on Saturday. The story mentioned that two current Pacific students were also involved in the crash. The Record
The Record had a story on Dorothy Leland’s presentation to the Pacific community as a presidential candidate. Board Chair Tom Zuckerman was quoted: The Record
The Daily Journal (San Mateo) had a story on high school soccer champion Nick Carrara. The story mentioned that his sister Andrea is also a soccer star and currently plays for Pacific. The Daily Journal
The Sacramento Bee had a brief on the weekend crash that involved two Pacific students and a Pacific graduate.
The Christian Broadcast Network had a feature story on former UOP football player Darwin Benjamin and his struggle with drugs. The Christian Broadcast Network
The Union Record (Georgia) had a story about Dorothy Leland’s visit to Pacific as a candidate for the president’s office.
Feb. 4
The Record had a story about a proposal to the county board of supervisors to bolster local health-awareness projects. The story mentioned that Pacific was could be a potential partner in such a plan. The Record
The Record had a brief on the upcoming production of The Vagina Monologues. The Record
The Sacramento Bee had an obit on McGeorge graduate Cris Holbrook. The Sacramento Bee
Feb. 5
The Record had a review of Danny Glover’s appearance at Pacific Wednesday night. Glover, and his friend Felix Justice, read poems and speeches by Martin Luther King, Jr. and Langston Hughes. The Record
The Record had a feature story on Phi Mu Alpha, the Conservatory Student’s fraternity, and how they recently donated 100 band instruments to Stockton Unified School District to help bolster local music education. The Record
KCOY Channel 12 (CBS Santa Barbara) had a story that said Gov. Schwarzenegger appointed Dugoni graduate Diana Toche as statewide dental director for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. KCOY. The television station had a separate story that said Schwarzenegger also appointed McGeorge graduate Susan Green as a judge in Sutter County. KCOY
The Record had a brief on this weekend’s performance of The Vagina Monologues. The Record
The Fresno Bee had a story about John Pappas being sentenced to prison for a money laundering and mail fraud scheme uncovered in 2006. McGeorge Professor Emily Garcia Uhrig was quoted. The Fresno Bee
The Modesto Bee had a brief about the upcoming performance at Pacific of The Vagina Monologues. The Modesto Bee
Feb. 6
The Modesto Bee had a story about a bunch of stores closing at the Vintage Faire Mall. Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center Director Jeff Michael was quoted. The Modesto Bee
The Record had a feature-obit on Pacific graduate Koob Vang, who died in a car crash last weekend. The Record
Record columnist Michael Fitzgerald had a story about the history of Stockton’s Chinese New Year’s Day Parade. Pacific ethnics study professor Xiaojing Zhou was quoted. The Record
The Record had a story about how talented the incoming freshman on the women’s softball team is this year. The Record
The San Francisco Sentinel had a story that said San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom will visit University of the Pacific next week to test a bid for governor. The San Francisco Sentinel
The Sacramento Bee had a story about how one state agency has said it won’t follow Gov. Schwarzenegger’s mandated state furlough despite a court ruling that said the governor can force employees to take a day off without pay. McGeorge professor Athena Roussos was quoted. The Sacramento Bee
The Lodi News-Sentinel had a story that said Soccer champion Kortney Agdeppa will play for Pacific next year. The story included a photo of her wearing all Pacific clothes and holding her letter of intent with the University logo on it. The Lodi News-Sentinel
The Collonade (Student newspaper of Georgia State University) had a story that said Dr. Dorothy Leland is a finalist for the president job at Pacific. The Collonade
The Record had an obit on Pacific graduate Ruben Ysiano Jr. The Record.
Feb. 7
The Sacramento Bee had a story about how Friday’s state-ordered furlough to all government employees had a drastic effect on the downtown area of Sacramento. Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center Director Jeff Michael was quoted. The Sacramento Bee
The Lodi News-Sentinel had a story about the art of making a free throw during a basketball game. Pacific men’s basketball coach Bob Thomason was quoted. The Lodi News-Sentinel
The Manteca Bulletin had a story about how the local high school honor band will perform a concert for the community. That band is led by Pacific graduate Vu Nguyen. The Manteca Bulletin
The Fresno Bee had an obituary on Pacific graduate Joan Henderson-Sparks. The Fresno Bee
Feb. 8
The Record had a follow-up story to the “Planning Pays Off” financial event held at Pacific on Saturday. The Record
Feb. 9
The Record had a review of Sunday’s concert by Pacific students to raise money for band instruments at local elementary schools. The Record
The Woodland Online (Texas) had a story that said McGeorge graduate Gary M. Gelfman was been named Vice President of Economic Development for the South Montgomery County Woodlands Chamber of Commerce. The Woodland Online
The San Francisco Chronicle had a brief that said San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom would visit Pacific this week. The San Francisco Chronicle
The Record had a brief on the upcoming Kathe Underwood memorial that will be held on campus. The Record
Feb. 10
The Record had a story about how home prices have plunged to an average of $125 k. Business professor John Knight was quoted. The Record
The Havre Daily News (Montana) had a story about a much needed dental clinic that opened up in a rural community. The clinic is being run by Dugoni graduate Bob English. Havre Daily News
Feb. 11
The Manteca Bulletin ran a sports column about local residents who went on to careers in the NBA. The column mentions that many of them played for Pacific. Manteca Bulletin
The Hornet (Stan State’s student newspaper) had a story about how a court has ruled that cheerleading is a contact sport and therefore requires the same insurance and risks as football. McGeorge Professor Lawrence Levine was quoted. The Hornet
The Sacramento Bee had an obit on Pacific graduate John Olaf Lofgren. Sacramento Bee
The Modesto Bee had an obit on Pacific graduate Paul Gerald Atkinson. Modesto Bee
The Merced Sun Star had an obit on Pacific graduate Ola Ewing Menke. Merced Sun Star
The Jazz Times - The Jazz Times - and AllAboutJazz.com - All About Jazz - both ran Pacific’s press release on the upcoming Brubeck Festival.
The View from the Bay, a Bay Area television talk show on ABC, featured Pacific graduate Emily Peters. The View from the Bay
The Tahoe Union had a story about a lawsuit alleging that a school counselor forced a 12-year-old girl to take a pregnancy test at school. McGeorge graduate Troy Vahidi was quoted in the story. The Tahoe Union
Feb. 12
The Record had a story about San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom’s visit to Pacific today. The Record
The Record had a column about former Stockton arts supporter Kathe Underwood and the memorial service that will be held for her at Pacific on Saturday. The Record
The Contra Costa Times ran the Record story about how home prices have plunged in the past quarter. Eberhardt Business Professor John Knight was quoted. The Contra Costa Times
Biography.com added an entry for Pacific graduate Chris Isaak - Biography.com
KPIX (CBS San Francisco) and KCRA (NBC Sacramento) both had stories about San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom’s visit to University of the Pacific. Political Science Chair Brian Klunk was interviewed by KPIX.
Feb. 13
The San Francisco Chronicle - The San Francisco Chronicle - and The Record - The Record - both had stories about San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom’s visit to University of the Pacific. Political Science Chair Brian Klunk was quoted in the Chronicle article. Pacific student Jennifer Low was quoted in The Record story.
The Record had a short story about the upcoming Brubeck Festival. The Record
The Record had a story about “My Fair Lady,” which is being shown locally. Pacific Professor Cathie McClellan was quoted. The Record
KFIV Radio (AM 1360 – Modesto) had a story about San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom’s visit to Pacific on Thursday. KFIV
Feb. 14
The Lodi News-Sentinel had a story about how different people think the economic recovery package approved by Congress will help California. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted. The Lodi News-Sentinel
Vida En El Valley and New American Media both ran a story about the dangers of lead and other chemicals in pharmacy products purchased in Mexico. Pacific Pharmacy instructor Nancy DeGuire was quoted. Vida En El Valle
The Lodi News-Sentinel and The Record both had a stories that said a local teacher was charged with inappropriate contact with a student. Both stories mentioned that the teacher is a Pacific graduate.
Feb. 15
The Record had a story about how wineries are continuing to expand in the area, despite the recession. Pacific employee Mark Plovnick was quoted. The Record
The Record had an editorial about all the good things happening in Stockton. The editorial praised Pacific for making the presidential selection process “so open.” The Record
The Modesto Bee had a guest editorial that said that the college culture in the Central Valley is starting to grow. It mentioned some of the public partnerships between the community and Pacific to encourage people to think about college. The Modesto Bee
Pacific McGeorge Professor Paul Paton had a section-front op-ed in the Sunday Bee Forum section addressing ethics and the "Culture of Correction." The Bee titled the article, "Sorry seems to be a word that's too easy." The Sacramento Bee
Feb. 16
The Dallas Morning News had a story about a lawsuit between a professional swimmer and a sports nutrition supplement company. McGeorge Professor Michael Vitiello was quoted in the story. The Dallas Morning News
The Contra Costa Times had an editorial that took issue with Forbes Magazine recently calling Stockton “America’s most miserable city.” The editorial said Stockton offers a lot more than most cities, including Pacific, which the column called “The Ivy League on the Calaveras.” The Contra Costa Times
All About Jazz had a story that said Pacific’s Jazz Ensemble was selected to perform at the Next Generation Festival. All About Jazz
The Record had a story about the upcoming Pacific Ensemble Concert. The Record
The Auburn Journal had a brief about a classical music concert that will take place this week. One of the feature artists is Pacific graduate Chi-Xin Thorp. The Auburn Journal
Feb. 17
The Record had a column about a recent art show that featured the work of art students. Pacific Professor Art DeBoer was quoted. The Record
Feb. 18
The Record had a story about Pacific President Donald V. DeRosa being named a recipient of NASPA’s highest honor. The Record
The Richmond Times Dispatch had a story about pancakes. Pacific Professor Ken Albala was quoted. The Richmond Times Dispatch
The Korea Times had a guest editorial from Pacific graduate Duane Gundrum. The Korea Times
The Bloomberg Press had a story about the foreclosure crisis. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted. The Bloomberg Press
The Tracy Press had a story about what happened to a family after its home was destroyed in a fire. The story mentioned that a Pacific fraternity helped raise money for the family. Pacific student Samuel Terrell-Perica was quoted. Tracy Press
Feb. 19
The Sacramento Bee had a story analyzing President Obama’s mortgage relief plan. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted. The Sacramento Bee
The Manteca Bulletin had a story about how home sales have hit an new 15-year-low. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted. The Manteca Bulletin
The Record had a story about this Friday’s Marvin Sapp concert at Pacific. The Record. The printed version also had a brief that said Pacific’s Jazz Ensemble, led by Langham, was one of six college jazz bands selected to perform in the Next Generation Festival.
The Sonora Union Democrat had a story about the upcoming Spring Jazz Festival in Valley Springs. One of the featured artists, according to the story, will be Pacific’s Jazz Ensemble. The Sonora Union Democrat.
The Ada Evening News (Oklahoma) had a feature story on Pacific graduate Dr. Mark Hollingsworth, who will perform a concert there. The Ada Evening News
The London Telegraph had a story about pancakes for the upcoming “Shrove Tuesday” events – known as Fat Tuesday in the states. Food Historian Ken Albala was quoted. The London Telegraph.
Feb. 20
The Record interviewed three health care experts and their recommendations for health care in the future. One of the interview subjects urged locals to take advantage of the many excellent programs offered by the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. The Record.
The Sacramento Bee had a brief about an upcoming health forum hosted by McGeorge School of Law next week. The Sacramento Bee.
The Central Valley Business Times had a brief about the two new regents appointed to Pacific’s board. The Central Valley Business Times.
The Canadian Broadcast Center (national news network) had a feature story about “Pancake Tuesday,” known as “Fat Tuesday” in the United States. Food historian Ken Albala was quoted. The Canadian Broadcast Center.
WorthPlaying.com, a Web site for video game fans, ran the breaking story that the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the state’s law that prevented certain video games from being sold to people under the age of 18. The story mentioned that the court heard the case during a special session at McGeorge School of Law. Worthplaying.com.
The Record had a feature story on Pacific student Reina Gonzales who sang the praises of Pacific for the small class sizes, friendly faculty members and the financial aid offered by the University. The Record
The Record had a story about the high-tech hopes of leaders in San Joaquin County. Economic development director Mark Plovnick was quoted. The Record
The Herald Journal (Washington) had an obituary on McGeorge graduate Karen Pasqualetto. The Herald Journal
Feb. 21
The Record had a story that said The Reuters News Agency selected photos from Danny Glover’s visit to Pacific for its online gallery of significant photos taken during people’s “testimonials.” The Record
The Record had a story with people’s opinions of the health of the local economy. Pacific’s Director of Economic Development Mark Plovnick was quoted. The Record
The Record had a story that said a Lodi woman is facing charges of assisting a suicide. McGeorge Professor Michael Vitello was quoted. The Record
The Record had a story about the “Artists Rights Workshop” being held on the Stockton Campus. Pacific student Bryce McLaughlin was quoted. The Record
The Sacramento Bee had a guest editorial about health issues facing the community. It mentioned that a workshop on health issues will be held at McGeorge School of Law this week. The Sacramento Bee
Channel 10 had a blurb about the bathroom fire on campus Saturday. Channel 10
Feb. 22
The Record had a story about how record-low voter turnout is expected for a land development issue in Lodi. Political Science Professor Bob Benedetti was quoted. The Record
The San Diego Tribune had a story about different views on the film “Slumdog Millionaire.” Pacific pharmacy student Sayli Natu was quoted. The San Diego Union Tribune
Feb. 23
The San Francisco Chronicle had a story about synchronized ice skating. Dugoni student Sophie Taylor was quoted. The San Francisco Chronicle
Noozhawk (A Santa Barabara news Web site) had a story that said McGeorge graduate Iya Falcone will announce that she will run for mayor. The Santa Barbara News
The Record had a brief that said McGeorge graduate Brett Jolley of Stockton has been named partner of Herum Crabtree law firm in Stockton. The Record
The Ukiah Daily Journal had a story about a piano recital that will feature Pacific graduate Kathleen Mayne. The Ukiah Daily Journal
Feb. 24
The Betty Crocker Web Site – BettyConfidential.com – featured an interview with Food Historian Ken Albala about the history of pancakes. Betty Confidential.com.
Food Historian Ken Albala was interviewed on Martha Stewart’s “Living Radio” show on Sirius Radio about the history of pancakes.
The Sacramento Bee had a front-page story about a woman charged with assisting her disabled brother’s suicide. McGeorge Professor Michael Vitello was quoted. The Sacramento Bee
The Record had a story about an upcoming forum on the San Joaquin Valley’s housing problems, being held at Pacific. The Record
The Record had a feature story on rock/country superstar and Pacific graduate Chris Isaak. His relation to Pacific was mentioned. The Record
The Record had a front-page feature-obituary on football legend and Pacific graduate Charles Washington. The Record
Feb. 25
The Record had a story about a local car dealer going out of business. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted. The Record
Inside Dentistry had a story about the growing concerns over contaminated water use in dental offices. Even Cuny from Dugoni School of Dentistry was quoted. Inside Dentistry
The Manteca Bulletin had a story that said Pacific graduate Jason Messer is the new supervisor of the Manteca Unified School District. The Manteca Bulletin.
The Record had a story about two Pacific engineering students who received scholarships from the Engineers Club. The Record
The Record had a follow-up story about the death of high school football coach and Pacific graduate Charles Washington. His services will be held at Pacific. The Record
The Sacramento Bee had a brief about today’s health forum being held at McGeorge School of Law. The Sacramento Bee
Channel 10 news (ABC Sacramento) had a story about different legal tactics to forestall foreclosures. McGeorge Professor John Sprankling was quoted. New 10.
Feb. 26
The Record had a feature story about the Canterbury Rap Tales that will be performed at Pacific next week. The Record.
The Lodi News-Sentinel had a brief that said McGeorge graduate Brett Jolley was hired as a partner at the law firm of Herum Crabtree. The Lodi News-Sentinel.
The Fresno Bee had a story about a lawsuit filed against the Clovis Police Department which seized personal computers two years ago from a local man in a child pornography investigation, but has never charged the man with any crime. McGeorge Professor John Sims was quoted. The Fresno Bee
The Straits Times (Singapore) had a feature story on Dugoni graduate Bill Dorfman. The Straits Times
The following media outlets all ran breaking stories on their Web sites about the new president announcement:
The Record: The Record
The Sacramento Bee - The Sacramento Bee
Sacramento Business Journal - The Sacramento Business Journal
The Phoenix Business Journal - The Phoenix Business Journal?
The Dallas Business Journal - The Dallas Business Journal
The Louisville Business Journal - The Louisville Business Journal?
The Daily Toreador: The Daily Toreador
The Central Valley Business Times - The Central Valley Business Times
Feb. 27
The Record had a front-page story about the next University president. The Record. The Sacramento Bee ran a short story on the appointment: The Sacramento Bee. The Modesto Bee ran its own story on the announcement: The Modesto Bee. Fox News in Lubbock, Texas also carried the story: Fox News Lubbock. The Daily Toreador (Student newspaper in Lubbock) carried a longer story on the appointment today: The Dailiy Toreador. Additionally, the Sacramento Business Journal had a short story on the announcement: The Sacramento Business Journal. That Business Journal announcement also ran in the Philadelphia, Phoenix, Memphis, Jacksonville, Austin, Milwaukee, South Kentucky, Houston, San Antonio, San Francisco, East Bay, South Florida, Boston, Minneapolis, Baltimore, Dayton, Denver, Wichita, Buffalo, Birmingham, San Jose, Washington D.C., Portland, Seattle, Charlotte, Cincinnati and Winston/Salem business journals. In a related story, the Collonade student newspaper at Georgia College had a story that said Dr. Dorothy Leland was not named the next president of Pacific. The Collonade
The Central Valley Business Times ran briefs on both the next president of the University and the next dean of the Conservatory. The Central Valley Business Times
The Record had a story about the state’s proposed home tax credits. Business Professor John Knight was quoted. The Record
The Record had a feature story about a Pacific student project to eradicate a non-native plant from the portion of the Calaveras River that runs through the Stockton campus. The Record
The Record had a short story about Pacific being named to the White House’s honor roll for public service for the second year in a row. The Record
The Las Cruces Sun News (New Mexico) had a story about a choral concert that will be held in the community. The concert will be conducted by Pacific graduate Granville Oldham. The Las Cruces Sun News
The Moor Park Acorn (San Fernando Valley) had a brief about a new dental office opened by Dugoni graduate Dr. John Thorne. Moor Park Acorn
Channel 10 (ABC, Sacramento) had a story during their afternoon news program about warnings being issued to students planning to travel to Mexico for Spring Break. Safety warnings shared with Pacific students were mentioned in the story. News 10
The San Jose Mercury News ran a story about the next president of Pacific. The San Jose Mercury News. The San Francisco Chronicle also had a short story: The San Francisco Chronicle
Feb. 28
The Lodi News-Sentinel had a brief that said Pam Eibeck will be the next president of the University. The Lodi News-Sentinel. Fox 40 News (Sacramento) also had a story: Fox 40. KCBD (NBC, Lubbock, Texas) had a short story as well. KCBD. So did KTRE (ABC, Lufkin, Texas): KTRE, and News 10 (ABC Sacramento): News 10.
The Record had a story that said a teacher accused of an improper relationship with a student is still attending classes at Pacific, trying to earn an administrative credential. The Record