Media Roundup for March 2009
March 1
The Modesto Bee had a story about ways to jump start the economy. Pacific’s Director of Economic Development, Mark Plovnick, was quoted. The Modesto Bee
The Record had a feature story about Pacific graduate Charles Washington, who died recently. His services are to be held on campus today. The Record
The Modesto Bee had a short story about how University of the Pacific was placed on the White House’s Honor Roll for Community Service for the second year in a row. The Modesto Bee
Record Editor Mike Klocke wrote a column about how Pacific has changed its level of engagement in the city over the years and urged incoming President Pam Eibeck to continue that trend. The Record.
March 2
The Record had a feature story on the funeral of Charles Washington, a Pacific graduate. His services were held at Pacific. The Record
The Sacramento Bee had a story about the Sacramento Sewer Agency’s plan to sell wastewater. McGeorge Professor Gregory Weber was quoted. The Sacramento Bee
The Record had a short story about the Ansel Adams exhibit at the Reynolds Gallery this month. The Record
The Record had a story about the Musical Darwin lecture at Pacific tonight. The Record
KCOY (CBS Santa Barbara) had a story that said Gov. Schwarzenegger appointed McGeorge graduate John Moffatt as chief deputy legislative secretary. KCOY
March 3
The Record had a story about a proposal to lay off more than 1,000 school employees in San Joaquin and Calaveras counties. University of the Pacific Business Forecasting Center director Jeff Michael was quoted. The Record
The Record had a brief about the Housing conference being held on campus today. The Record
The Record had a story about how some locals are trying to save Stockton’s concert in the park series. Pacific graduate Nick Elliott was quoted. The Record
The Record had an editorial about rounding up the best stories of the week. It mentioned the story about the Pacific students who are trying to eliminate a non-native plant from the banks of the Calaveras River as it passes through Pacific’s Stockton Campus. The Record
Fox 40 news had a teaser about the housing summit being held at Pacific today.
The Calaveras Enterprise had an obit on Pacific graduate Janine Marie Lodato-Rakoczi. The Calaveras Enterprise
March 4
The Record had an editorial praising the selection of Pam Eibeck as the next President of Pacific. The Record
The Chronicle of Higher Education had a brief about Pam Eibeck's appointment as the incoming president of Pacific. The Chronicle of Higher Education.
The Sacramento Bee had a story that said recent data suggest the subprime mortgage crisis may be coming to an end in the Sacramento region. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted. The Sacramento Bee
The Sacramento Bee had a story that said one of the lead attorneys who will argue the Proposition 8 case before the California Supreme Court today is McGeorge graduate Andrew Pugno. The Sacramento Bee
The Record had a story about the Small Business Administration touting parts of the economic recovery package. Mark Plovnick, vice president of economic development at University of the Pacific, was quoted. The Record
The Record had a story about the housing summit held on the Stockton campus yesterday. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted. The Record
The Record had a brief about a wine tasting class being held at Pacific. The Record
The Gresham Outlook (Portland, Oregon) had an obituary on Pacific graduate Leila Ilene Engdall. The Outlook
March 5
Capitol Public Radio had a story about this morning’s arguments before the State Supreme Court for and against Proposition 8. McGeorge Professor Larry Levine was interviewed for the story.
Professor Jennifer Little was interviewed on Good Morning Sacramento this morning about the Ansel Adams exhibit currently being shown on the Stockton campus.
The Woodland Daily Democrat had a feature story on artist and Pacific graduate David Hayes. The Woodland Daily Democrat
The Sonora Union Democrat had a feature story on local high school football coach and Pacific graduate Larry Gold. The Sonora Union Democrat
The Record published a large photo of Pacific graduate and music star Chris Isaak. His association with the University was mentioned in the cutline.
March 6
The Sacramento Bee had a story that said the unemployment rate has hit a new record high. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted. The Sacramento Bee. The Record had a similar story. The Record. The Modesto Bee also had a story. The Modesto Bee. So did the Tri-Valley Herald: The Tri-Valley Herald.
The Record had a story that said one of out every seven homeowners in San Joaquin County is currently in foreclosure. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted. The Record.
The Huffington Post had a guest column about suggestions for the next nominees to the U.S. Supreme Court. One of the suggested members is McGeorge graduate Johnnie B. Rawlinson. The Huffington Post
The Record had a brief about the health fair being hosted by the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. The Record.
The Sonora Union Democrat had a story about a ceremony to honor the life of school board trustee and McGeorge graduate Cary Wingo. The Sonora Union Democrat.
McGeorge Professor Paul Paton's interview on legal ethics (coinciding with the law school's Ethics Across the Professions symposium) with NBC reporter Michael Luery was aired in Sacramento, SF, LA, and Fresno markets.
March 7
No significant news to report.
March 8
Channel 10 (ABC, Sacramento) had a story about a lawyer who claims to know how to stall foreclosure proceedings. McGeorge Professor John Sprankling was quoted. News 10.
The Modesto Bee ran a column by editor Dave Hill that said that people’s “lack of confidence” in the economy may be making the economy even worse, because people are saving more than usual. Economics Professor Bill Herrin was quoted. The Modesto Bee.
The Fresno Bee had a story that said Pacific graduate and “Girls Next Door” star Bridget Marquardt’s new television show – a travel series. The Fresno Bee.
March 9
The Manteca Bulletin had a story about a “brown bag” event being held at Doctors Hospital where students from the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will help local residents check their medications. The Manteca Bulletin.
The Record had a story about the numerous special elections that are keeping county officials busy this year. Political Science Professor Bob Benedetti was quoted. The Record.
The Record had a brief about the new Conservatory of Music Dean being hired at Pacific: The Record.
The KGO (ABC, San Francisco) morning show "View from the Bay" interviewed Pacific graduate Emily Peterson about how to avoid credit card penalties. KGO
KVMR Radio (Nevada City) interviewed Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center Director Jeff Michael about the current state of the economy.
The Tri-Valley Herald had a brief about Pam Eibeck being named the next president of Pacific: The Tri-Valley Herald
The Sonora Union Democrat had an obit on Pacific graduate Janine Marie Lodato-Rakoczi: The Sonora Union Democrat
March 10
Fox 40 News interviewed Scott Heaton, director of support services, about all the maintenance projects that are done on campus while students are away for Spring break.
The Reno Gazette Journal had a feature story on former Pacific student Kelley Mooneyham, who contracted a disease when she was a student at Pacific and has not been able to resume school since. The Reno Gazette
The Record had a story about the students at Benerd School of Education who are optimistic that the teaching market will improve by the time they graduate. Dean Lynn Beck was quoted. The Record
March 11
The Record had a brief that said Professor Emeritus Dale McNeal will give a free community presentation on the botany of oak trees: The Record
The Union ( Grass Valley) had an obit for Pacific graduate Ted Jordan: The Grass Valley Union
MSN Money had a story about "bad bankers" and how they seem to get away with their crimes for a long time before getting caught. McGeorge Professor Michael Malloy was quoted in the story: MSN Money
The Menlo Park Almanac had a feature story on Pacific graduate Margaret MacKenzie: The Menlo Park Almanac
The Central Daily Times ( Santa Clara) had a brief about the upcoming International Law symposium being hosted by Santa Clara University. The story mentioned that McGeorge Professor Linda Carter is a panelist: The Central Daily
March 12
The Central Valley Business Times had a story about actors who go into politics. Political Science Professor Bob Benedetti was quoted. Central Valley Business Times
The Boston Globe had an obit on Dugoni graduate Dr. Kenneth Siemen: Boston Globe
KGO (ABC, San Francisco) had a story about a new law that limits when Good Samaritans can be sued. McGeorge Professor Larry Levine was quoted: KGO.
The Sacramento Bee had a story about how a jury deadlocked in a homicide case. McGeorge Professor John Meyers was quoted. The Sacramento Bee.
March. 13
The Sacramento Bee had a front-page story about a judge's ruling that said he can furlough even more state employees. McGeorge professor Anthony Caso was quoted: The Sacramento Bee.
Fox 40 News did a live interview with Dr. Howard Chi, manager of the Stockton Dental Clinic, about proper teeth care and the services offered to the public by the Dugoni School of Dentistry.
Fox 40 News did a live feature story on Pacific's Rowing Team.
The Central Valley Business Times had a brief about Vice President Elizabeth Griego being named president of NASPA: The Central Valley Business Times.
The Woodland Daily Democrat had a story about an upcoming opera concert being performed by Pacific graduate Nadine Salonites: The Daily Democrat.
March 14
The Vacaville Reporter had a story about how the citations issued against a Dixon councilman were upheld by Kathleen Benton, hearing officer for the Institute for Administrative Justice at McGeorge: The Vacaville Reporter.
The Record had a brief about the upcoming job fair at Pacific: The Record.
March 15
The Associated Press had a story about Northridge beating the Tigers in overtime during the Big West Championships. It was carried by numerous newspapers in California: The Associated Press.
The Manteca Bulletin had a story about the $18,000 in tax breaks new home owners could earn this year. Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center Director Jeff Michael was quoted: The Manteca Bulletin.
March 16
The Modesto Bee had a story about how young children may start to show erratic behavior in school due to financial pressures on their parents due to the recession. Benerd Child Psychology Professor Jon Sandoval was quoted: The Modesto Bee.
The Record had a brief about an upcoming community lecture being presented by Biology Professor C. Greg Anderson: The Record.
San Joaquin Magazine had a feature story on the two LEED certified buildings that were recently constructed in the area - the Kaiser Permanente Building in Modesto and the DeRosa University Center on the Stockton Campus. Dan Shipp, assistant vice president for student life, was quoted: San Joaquin Magazine.
March 17
The Record had an editorial praising Elizabeth Griego, vice president for student life, for being elected president of NASPA: The Record.
The San Francisco Chronicle had a column about the controversy over huge bonuses that AIG paid its executives using federal bailout money. McGeorge Professor Miriam Cherry was quoted: The San Francisco Chronicle.
The Madera Tribune had a short story about an upcoming public lecture from Professor William Stringfellow. He will discuss the impact of development on the San Joaquin River: The Madera Tribune.
March 18
The Record had a story about Stockton Symphony Conductor Peter Jaffe and his explanation for Ansel Adams' photos and how they will be displayed during the world premier of Dave and Chris Brubeck's orchestral work "Ansel Adams: America." The story mentioned that some of Adams' photos currently are on display at the Reynolds Gallery on the Stockton Campus: The Record.
The Record had a brief about Pacific's Speech and Debate Team being in first place nationally: The Record.
The Record had a brief about an upcoming community meeting for stroke victims and their families. Professor Roseann Hannon is one of the featured speakers: The Record.
March 19
The Sacramento Bee had a story about claims that the city of Sacramento is illegally using tax-payer funds to extend the light rail system. McGeorge Professor Mary-Beth Moylan was quoted: The Sacramento Bee
All About Jazz.com ran the press release about "Time Out" being inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and being remastered for a new release later this year. University of the Pacific's upcoming Brubeck Festival was mentioned: All About Jazz
The Record had a feature story about the upcoming Albers Trio concert at Pacific: The Record
The Record had a feature story about the upcoming Vivian Lee concert, featuring Jazz Professor Patrick Langham. Langham was quoted: The Record
The Fresno Bee had a feature-obit on Pacific graduate and well-known school administrator Dolphas Trotter: The Fresno Bee
Channel 10 (ABC Sacramento), KCRA (NBC Sacramento) and 13 (CBS Sacramento) all had stories about a lawsuit filed against University of the Pacific by a former student. The lawsuit stemmed from an incident that happened on campus in 2008.
Channel 10 ran a story about the Job Fair hosted by Pacific on campus: News 10
The Record had a story that said University police helped the sheriff's department break up a bar-room brawl: The Record
March 20
The Record ran a front-page story about the lawsuit filed against the University by a former student: The Record
The Record had a stand-alone photo from the job fair hosted by Pacific yesterday.
The Fresno Bee had a story that said the county's unemployment rate is as high as it was in 1997. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Fresno Bee
The Merced Sun Star and the San Jose Mercury News both ran an AP brief on the lawsuit filed against the University: The Merced Sun Star; The San Jose Mercury News
March 21
The Stockton Record had a story about the latest increase in the local unemployment rate. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Record
The Record had a feature story about Marc Brettler and his speech at Pacific on Monday: The Record
The Fresno Bee had a story about how the Stockton Hockey League has record attendance for the fourth straight year. Pacific graduate Marlena Aranda was quoted: The Fresno Bee
The California Examiner (formerly the San Francisco Examiner) ran the AP brief about the lawsuit: The California Examiner. So did the following: The Fresno Bee; KCBA; KESQ; San Diego 6; KION; My Fox 11; The Modesto Bee; The Sacramento Bee
March 22
Nothing to Report.
March 23
The Record had a story about a lawsuit filed against the Lodi Police Department which used an innocent man's picture in a "wanted" poster after it confused his name with the actual person who was wanted. McGeorge Professor Julie Davies was quoted: The Record
The Record had a story about how all the banks in San Joaquin County saw a drop in revenue in the past quarter. Eberhardt Professor Luann Bangsund was quoted: The Record
March 24
The Associated Press ran a story about the Tigers' victory over Idaho Monday night: The AP story as published in The Nevada Appeal.. The Record had its own story on the game: The Record.
The Record had a story about how a loosening of the credit market would help improve the economy. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Record. The Lodi News-Sentinel had a similar story: The Lodi News-Sentinel.
The Sierra Vista Herald (Arizona) had a story about the annual Training and Doctrine Command Culture Center Conference, which looks at how cultural understanding can be used to help avoid military conflict. Professor Bruce La Brack is participating, the story said: The Sierra Vista Herald.
The Record had a short story about how the Delta College Jazz Ensemble will play at Jazz on the Mile! this weekend. Jazz on the Mile! is part of the Brubeck Festival: The Record.
The Record had a stand-alone photo to help promote a new math and science program in the Linden School District. The cutline said University of the Pacific is a partner in the new program: The Record.
KJWL (Fresno Radio) interviewed Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, about the upcoming forecast that predicts 12 percent unemployment for California that will last until 2011. Channel 10 (ABC, Sacramento) interviewed Michael about the same story for their evening news: Channel 10. The Tri-Valley Herald also ran a story about the forecast: The Tri-Valley Herald. The Lodi News-Sentinel had a story that said high school baseball player Bobby Raymos was named athlete of the week. Raymos will attend Pacific in the fall, the story said: The Lodi News-Sentinel. March 25 The San Jose Mercury News ran a story about the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center preliminary report issued on Tuesday. Center Director Jeff Michael was quoted: The San Jose Mercury News. The Los Angeles Daily News also ran a story: The Los Angeles Daily News. The Sacramento Bee ran its own story: The Sacramento Bee. The Record ran its own story: The Record. The Daily Breeze (Los Angeles) mentioned the report in its story: The Daily Breeze. The Central Valley Business Times ran the press release issued by the Center: Central Valley Business Times. Additionally, Michael was interviewed by KFBK Radio in Sacramento and by CNN for Lou Dobb's Newshour, to be broadcast tomorrow.
The recent report from the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center was quoted in the Calculated Risk Blog, possibly one of the most widely-read economic blogs in the country with nearly 80,000 hits each day: Calculated Risks.
KVMR Public Radio (Nevada City, Calif.) interviewed Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, about the state of the economy. The Oroville Mercury Register carried the San Jose Mercury News story on the same topic: The Oroville Mercury News. The Business Journal also ran a story: The Business Journal. The Pasadena Star News also had a story: Pasadena Star News.
March 26
The Record had two stories about the upcoming "Jazz on the Mile!" kick-off concert for the Brubeck Festival: The Record and The Record.
The Record had a story about the report issued by the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center earlier this week. Director Jeff Michael was quoted: The Record.
The Record had a story about how a local Lincoln School Board member apologized for recently calling Cesar Chavez a communist. Associate Provost Arturo Ocampo was quoted in the story: The Record.
The Manteca Bulletin had a story about how some homes now have mortgages that are less than the average area rent for an apartment. The article cited a report issued by the Eberhardt School of Business earlier this year: The Manteca Bulletin.
The Record had a feature story about the Sierra Repertory Theatre's stage production of Dracula. The story quoted several Pacific graduates and mentioned that the Repertory Theatre grew out of a community project that was started by Pacific: The Record.
The Record had a story about a joint project between the Stockton Downtown Alliance and the University to encourage more students to venture into downtown Stockton and discover all the restaurants and stores there: The Record.
The Lodi News-Sentinel had a brief on Ronnee Schreiber's lecture at Pacific today: Lodi News-Sentinel.
Jeff Michael's interview for CNN's Lou Dobb's Newshour is scheduled to air today at 7 p.m. Eastern Time, 4 p.m. Pacific.
The Daily Democrat (Woodland, Calif.) ran a story about the expectations that the recession will last in California until 2011. It quoted the report issued by the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center earlier this week: The Daily Democrat.
March 27
The Record had a feature story on the Theater Department's production of "The Seagull,": The Record.
The Sacramento Bee had a story about a proposed law that would make displaying a noose a hate crime. McGeorge Professor Brian Landsberg was quoted: The Sacramento Bee.
Hispanic Business Magazine ran The Record's story about the economic downtown. The story quoted Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center Director Jeff Michael: The Hispanic Business Magazine.
The Record ran an editorial on a judge's refusal to remove McGeorge Professor J. Clark Kelso from the stewardship of the California Prison Health System. The editorial quoted the reporter from the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center this week that said the state is in economic trouble: The Record.
The Manteca Bulletin had a story about four local teenagers who participated in a state health conference in Sacramento. One of those teens said she hopes to attend the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy after she gets a bachelors degree in pre-pharm at another school: The Manteca Bulletin.
The Record had a story about a new jazz club opening in Stockton. The story mentioned the Brubeck Festival: The Record.
The Imperial Valley News had a story about a bunch of appointments to superior courts made by Gov. Schwarzenegger this week. One of those appointments was of McGeorge graduate Lorna H. Brumfield to the Kern County Superior Court: The Imperial Valley News. KGET (NBC Bakersfield) had a similar story: KGET. The News Blaze also had a similar story, but it focused on McGeorge Graduate Thadd Blizzard to a Sacramento Judge's seat: News Blaze. The Sacramento Bee also had a story about Thadd Blizzard: The Sacramento Bee. The Merced Sun Star also had a story, but it focused on McGeorge Graduate David Moranda's appointment to a Merced Superior Court Seat: The Merced Sun Star.
The Modesto Bee had a brief about Conservatory faculty member Brook Moes' upcoming violin concert in Sonora: The Modesto Bee.
The Burlington Free Press had an article about a local college that will offer a “four year graduation guarantee.” The story mentioned that University of the Pacific already has this offer: The Burlington Free Press.
The Sacramento Business Journal had a feature story on McGeorge graduate Jeffry Jones: The Sacramento Business Journal.
The Sacramento Business Journal also had a feature story on McGeorge graduate Stephen Wagner: The Sacramento Business Journal.
March 28
The Record had a feature story about Pacific’s Speech and Debate Team: The Record.
The Record had a feature story about the upcoming production of the Phantom Tollbooth: The Record.
March 29
The Record had a front-page story about Dave Brubeck’s historic concert scheduled for Friday for the 50th anniversary of the album “Time Out”: The Record.
The Record had a feature story about the new orchestra piece written by Dave and Chris Brubeck about Ansel Adams that will debut as part of the Brubeck Festival: The Record.
The New York Times had a feature story about the growing interest in beans in the culinary arts. Professor Ken Albala was quoted in the story: The New York Times.
The Record had a feature story about the “Jazz on the Mile!” event that kicked off the Brubeck Festival Saturday: The Record.
The Modesto Bee had a story about the effectiveness of anti-drinking programs aimed at teens. Professor Carolynn Kohn was quoted: The Modesto Bee.
The Record had a story about the Ansel Adams exhibit at the Reynold’s Gallery on the Stockton Campus. Gallery director Bett Schumacher was quoted: The Record.
Channel 10 (ABC Sacramento) had a short story about how Dave Brubeck’s illness has forced him to cancel an appearance at Pacific this week: Channel 10. The Jazz Times also had a story about Brubeck’s illness: The Jazz Times.
The Pasadena Sun Star had a short story that said Gov. Schwarzenegger appointed McGeorge graduate Christian R. Gull to a judge’s seat: The Pasadena Sun.
March 30
The Record had a front-page story about Dave Brubeck’s illness and the cancellation of his appearance at Pacific this week: The Record.
The North Bay Business Journal had a feature story on McGeorge graduate Herb Rowland, Jr.: The North Bay Business Journal.
The Record had a short story on the National Parliamentary Debate Tournament, which ran at Pacific through this weekend: The Record.
The Modesto Bee had a feature on Pacific graduate and local school teacher Karen Treick: The Modesto Bee.
March 31
The Record had a feature story about tonight’s Gerald Clayton concert and tomorrow’s Darius Brubeck Concert/lecture: The Record.
The Record had a wrap-up story about the National Parliamentary Speech and Debate Tournament held at Pacific. Professor Marlin Bates was quoted: The Record.
CBS 13 (Sacramento) had a story about two American journalists who were arrested by North Korean authorities earlier this month. McGeorge professor Prof. Michael Malloy was interviewed for the story: CBS 13.
The Los Angeles Daily News had a story that said tech jobs are showing more stability than other sectors of the economy. Jeff Michael, Director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Los Angeles Daily News. The San Jose Mercury News ran a similar story: The San Jose Mercury News.
The Record had a feature story on Ansel Adams’ granddaughter. The Ansel Adams exhibit on the Stockton campus of University of the Pacific and the new Brubeck piece “Ansel Adams: America” that will debut this week as part of the Brubeck Festival, were both mentioned in the story: The Record.
The AM Law Daily had a story about McGeorge graduate Laurel Edgeworth who has started a Web site for unemployed lawyers: The Sacramento Bee had a short story about Dave Brubeck’s illness and that he won’t appear at Pacific this week: The Norwalk Hour. The Wilton Villager also ran a story and quoted Pacific employee Patrick Giblin and Dave’s son Chris Brubeck: The Wilton Villager.
The Record had a brief about the bottled water education week, called “Tap That,” being held at Pacific: The Record.
The Contra Costa Times ran the story about how the tech economy is more stable than other sectors of the economy. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Contra Costa Times.
LiveDaily ran a brief about Dave Brubeck’s illness: Live Daily.