Pacific in the News for October, 2009
Oct. 1
The Record had a story about Asra Nomani's speech last night as part of the Colliver Lecture Series: The Record.
The Record had a story about this evening's "Stocktoberfest" on the Miracle Mile. It mentioned that Pacific students will get free transportation to and from the event: The Record.
BNET Magazine had an obituary for Dugoni graduate Steven Moore: BNET.
The Record had a feature story on Conservatory Professor Emeritus Wolfgang Fetsch: The Record.
Oct. 2
The Record had a feature story on Pacific Art Professor Lucinda Kasser: The Record.
KCRA has plans to cover tonight's Cardboard Regatta live during its 5 p.m. newscast.
The Sonora Union Democrat had a story about how the bark beetles are destroying the sugar pine trees in the area. Pacific archivist Michael Wurtz was quoted: The Sonora Union Democrat.
The Bakersfield California, in their weekly People in Business column, said that Pacific McGeorge graduate Douglas Gosling was appointed to the board of directors for the State Bar of California Young Lawyers Association: The Bakersfield Californian.
Oct. 3
The Record had a review of Friday's Cardboard Regatta: The Record.
Oct. 4
The Record had a story about how University of the Pacific helped Ken Burns with his latest documentary about national parks. Archivist Michael Wurtz was quoted: The Record.
The Record had a story about the rough start for freshman Stockton Mayor Ann Johnston. Political Science Professor Bob Benedetti was quoted: The Record.
The Record had a story about paintings of national parks that are on display at the Haggin Museum. The featured artist is former Pacific art Professor Gil Dellinger: The Record.
The Record had a story about a financial planning workshop that will be held this week. One of the people giving advice is Pacific McGeorge graduate Scott Beattie: The Record.
The Record had a brief about Wednesday's Family Science Night being hosted by the School of Engineering and Computer Science: The Record.
Oct. 5
The Record had a story about how well Pacific is doing, despite the economic downturn. President Pamela A. Eibeck and Associate Provost for Enrollment Robert Alexander were both quoted: The Record.
The Merced Sun-Star ran a story that said that the Valley's economic problems are distributed unevenly throughout the region. The story quoted Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center: The Merced Sun Star.
The Sacramento Bee had a story that said the job market in Sacramento is expected to improve in the next quarter. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Sacramento Bee.
The Record had a feature story on Pacific graduate Bobbie Wallinger. Her association with Pacific was mentioned: The Record.
Prof. John Sims was on KFBK and on Capital Public Radio's Insight program regarding the "First Monday in October," the traditional start of the Supreme Court year. Sims reviewed several of the approaching cases and pushed attendance at an event at the law school last evening where professors and eminent judges reviewed in a public forum several of the most contentious and/or far reaching cases to be reviewed by the Supreme Court this year: Capital Public Radio.
The York Region (Canada) had a feature story on Dave Brubeck. His association with Pacific was mentioned: The York Region.
The Fresno Bee also ran the story about how the Central Valley is being unevenly affected by the recession. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Fresno Bee.
Jose Hernandez appeared on a segment of the Oprah show. Images from University of the Pacific were used to tell his story. The University was not mentioned.
Oct. 6
The Manteca Bulletin had a column about how skyrocketing public payrolls must be adjusted to the new economic realities. The column quoted an Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center study: The Manteca Bulletin.
The Record had a story about Jose Hernandez's planned appearance this weekend at the planetarium reopening at Delta College. His association with Pacific was mentioned: The Record
Oct. 7
The Philadelphia Inquirer (called the American Chronicle online) had a feature story on baseball manager Ruben Amaro, Jr. Pacific baseball Coach Ed Sprague was quoted: The Philadelpia Inquirer. The Santa Barbara News ran the same story: The Santa Barbara News.
The Record had a brief about the Family Science Night event at the School of Engineering and Computer Science: The Record.
Vida en el Valle had a review of the Leo Chavez speech presented at Pacific last week: Vida en el Valle.
The San Mateo Daily Journal had a roundup of where the city council candidates there stand on specific issues. One of the candidates is Pacific McGeorge graduate Gina Papan: The San Mateo Daily Journal.
The Lincoln News Messenger (California) had a story that said Lincoln mayor and Pacific McGeorge graduate Spencer Short was sworn in to the state bar: The Lincoln Messenger.
The Schenectady Times Union had ran a story from the Washington Post about Dave Brubeck being inducted into the Kennedy Center. The story was published to promote an upcoming Brubeck concert at the College of Saint Rose: The Times Union.
Oct. 8
The Record had a front-page story about the administrative changes announced at the University. President Pamela A. Eibeck, vice president Ted Leland and Athletics Director Lynn King were all quoted: The Record.
The Record had a feature story about this Sunday's Poulenc Trio concert at Pacific: The Record.
The Solano Times-Herald had a story that said Vallejo's economic recovery will lag behind the rest of the Bay Area. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Solano Times Herald.
The Tampa Bay Business Journal had a story that said Dugoni Dental School graduate AJ Smith was elected Second Vice President of the American Dental Association: The Tampa Bay Business Journal.
The Record had a brief that said violinist Rachel Barton Pine will teach a masters class at Pacific: The Record.
The Bellevue Reporter had a feature story on former softball associate coach Heather Tarr. Her association with Pacific was mentioned: The Bellevue Reporter.
Oct. 9
Nothing significant to report
Oct. 10
BNET (an online business wire service) had a story that said Pacific McGeorge graduate Kyriakos Tsakopoulos was named president and CEO of AKT Development Group of Companies: BNET.
The Record had a brief about next weekend's Gospelfest at Pacific: The Record.
Oct. 11
The Record had a front-page story about Jose Hernandez's "Heroes Welcome" in Stockton on Saturday: The Record.
The Modesto Bee had a story about a group's efforts to "rebrand" Modesto. Professor Joel Herche was quoted: The Modesto Bee.
The Record had a short story about the "Expanding Your Horizons" day at Pacific: The Record.
The Record had an editorial that pointed out that Stockton ranked at 149 out of the 300 top "sporting cities" in the United States. The editorial credited Pacific for ranking so high: The Record.
Oct. 12
The Chronicle of Higher Education had a story about more diversity appearing on the governing boards of American Universities. President Pam Eibeck was quoted about Jose Hernandez being a regent at Pacific: The Chronicle of Higher Education.
The Record had a positive editorial about President Pamela Eibeck and her efforts to get the university more involved in the community: The Record.
San Joaquin Magazine had a feature story on President Pamela A. Eibeck: San Joaquin Magazine.
The Sacramento Bee had a story about a local man's legal fight to get a "Certificate of Innocence." Pacific McGeorge Professor Michael Vitiello was quoted: The Sacramento Bee.
The Arizona Republic ran the McClatchy story about how the economic recovery is affecting sales of different products. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Arizona Republic.
The Sacramento Bee had a feature story about local softball pitchers and how hard they can throw a ball. Pacific softball pitcher Amanda Silvia was mentioned: The Sacramento Bee.
The Wasau Daily Herald had a story that said Pacific McGeorge graduate Michael Ravn is the new CEO of Church Mutual Insurance Company: The Wausau Daily Herald.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch had a profile on Pacific graduate Shirley O'Brien: The Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Sporting Pulse Magazine had a story that said Pacific graduate Bruce Palmer is the new basketball operations director of Knox Basketball Inc.: Sporting Pulse Magazine.
The Record had a brief about International Conflict Resolution Day being celebrated at Pacific: The Record.
Oct. 13
The Orange County Register had a story that said Pacific graduate Kim Marquis' store and line of clothing has gone national: The Orange County Register.
Fox Sports ran Pacific's press release about the upcoming Cal-Tiger game in December: Fox Sports.
The Miami Herald ran the McClatchy story about how the economic recovery is affecting the sales of different products. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Miami Herald.
The Chicago Tribune also ran the McClatchy story about how sales of necessities are rising while sales of non-necessities are dropping. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Chicago Tribune.
The Free Republic (Berkeley, California) had a story about a workshop being held to discuss the famous "torture memos" from the Bush Administration. The story mentioned that Pacific McGeorge professor John Sims is one of the guest lecturers: The Free Republic.
The Auburn Journal had a story about why people should shop locally. The story mentioned a study from the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center: The Auburn Journal.
Oct. 14
Vida en el Valle had a story about how Hispanic enrollment at Pacific has doubled in the past three years: Vida en el Valle.
Oct. 15
Fox 40 News (Sacramento) interviewed Professor Amy Smith about her upcoming class on Vampires in literature and film. The story is scheduled to air during the 10 p.m. to 11 p.m. newscast. KFBK radio (Sacramento) also interviewed Professor Smith about the same topic.
The Record had a feature story about the "Tigers in Tennies" program held at Pacific Wednesday night: The Record.
The Record had a feature story on the "Buddy Walk" fundraiser for the Brighterside of Down Syndrome of San Joaquin County. The story focused on how the Pacific Tiger's Baseball Team is very involved in this fund-raiser and has hired people with Down Syndrome in the past to work with the team: The Record.
The Record had a feature story on Pacific's production of Romeo and Juliet: The Record.
The Record had a feature story on acclaimed violinist Rachel Barton Pine. University of the Pacific was mentioned in the story: The Record.
Oct. 16
CNBC had a story about a reception for the Egyptian ambassador to the United States. The reception was co-hosted by Pacific McGeorge School of Law: CNBC.
The Record had a brief about an early childhood expert who will speak at the Benerd School of Education this week: The Record.
Oct. 17
The Record had a short story about a $1 million grant awarded to the Benerd School of Education: The Record.
The Modesto Bee had a story about how the unemployment rate has dropped slightly. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Modesto Bee.
Oct. 18
The Record had a feature story about the Italian Festival at Pacific this week: The Record.
The Sacramento Bee and San Luis Obispo Tribune ran a Dan Walters column that questioned when California would recover from the recession. The Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center was mentioned: The San Luis Obispo Tribune.
The Record had a story about two local Stocktonians who have earned Athena awards. One is Pacific McGeorge graduate and current Pacific Regent Connie Callahan: The Record.
The Record had a story about how two local siblings are encouraging local college students to become organ donors. The story mentioned that 10 students at Pacific had signed up to the program: The Record.
Oct. 19
The San Francisco Chronicle had a story about how the California Republican Party is seizing on a FOX News Sean Hannity Report that claims high unemployment in Latino communities in the Fresno/Bakersfield area is caused by environmentalists. The story quoted Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center: The San Francisco Chronicle.
The Record had a story about all the problems in the Stockton Unified School District's administration. Political Science Professor Bob Benedetti was quoted: The Record.
The Record had a stand-alone photo of the Pacific Crew rowing team in practice Sunday: The Record.
KABC (Los Angeles) had a story that said California could save hundreds of millions of dollars per year just by banishing the death penalty. Pacific McGeorge Professor Michael Vitiello was quoted: KABC.
Oct. 20
The Record had a story about how University of the Pacific was named the fifth-most beautiful campus in the United States: The Record. KCRA Channel 3 came out and interviewed Scott Heaton for a story that will air tonight. Tim Daly from Channel 10 (Sacramento) also was on campus to do a story about the ranking.
The Record had a brief about how an early childhood expert would speak at Benerd School of Education today: The Record.
Sacramento Bee columnist Dan Walters had a column speculating as to whether the recession could forever change California's economic system. It made reference to a study from the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center: The Sacramento Bee. The column also ran in the Merced Sun Star: The Merced Sun Star.
The Yolo County Daily Democrat had a story that said Pacific McGeorge graduate Samuel T. McAdam was appointed to oversee any election disputes that arise on election day this year: The Daily Democrat.
Oct. 21
The California Progress Report had a guest column that debunked claims by ag-industry leaders that unemployment in certain areas of the state are being caused by state-mandated water shortages. The column made reference to a study from the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center: The California Progress Report.
The Napa Valley Register had a story that said former Pacific professor and associate provost Heather Knight was named president of Pacific Union College: The Napa Valley Register.
The Lodi News-Sentinel had a brief about how Pacific was named the fifth most beautiful campus in the United States: The Lodi News-Sentinel.
The Record had a brief about the health fair being co-sponsored by the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Science: The Record.
The Central Valley Business Times had a story about the upcoming grand opening of the Stockton Marina. It mentioned that Pacific's Crew Team will be there to demonstrate rowing techniques: The Central Valley Business Times.
Oct. 22
The BBC had a story that said Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a law limiting what paparazzi can do in the course of their duties. Pacific McGeorge Professor John Sims was quoted: The BBC via All Voices.com.
The Record had a story about the Italian Festival and focused on the Intermedia Trio concert on Friday: The Record.
The Oakland Tribune had a feature story about S.G. Browne, author of the book "Breathers" which is going to be turned into a movie. The story mentioned that Browne got the writing bug after taking several writers workshops at University of the Pacific: The Oakland Tribune.
The Record had a brief that said Jim Dugoni is working for athletics again: The Record.
The New York Times' education blog quoted Lynn Fox, the associate dean of enrollment and director of financial aid at Pacific, in a story about how the economy has affected enrollment at differing Universities: New York Times Blogs.
KSFN (ABC Fresno) had a story about how the legislature rejected Gov. Schwarzenegger's "reforms" of the California prison system. Pacific McGeorge Professor Michael Vitiello was quoted: KSFN. KGO TV (ABC San Francisco) ran the same story: KGO.
The Vancouver Sun had a feature story about violinist Rachel Barton Pine. It mentioned that she recently hosted a masters class at Pacific: The Vancouver Sun.
The Record had a feature story on the Stockton Chorale. It mentioned that the director is Pacific Professor Edward "Ted" Cetto: The Record.
Oct. 23
The Record had a story about student pharmacists at the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences: The Record.
The Record had a story about how Michael Collopy's "Peacemaker" photo project is coming to Stockton. The story said University of the Pacific will be one of the spots where his photos will be displayed: The Record.
The Record had a story about the Asian Gang Violence symposium that will be held on the Stockton campus Saturday: The Record.
The Santa Rosa Press Democrat had a story about a band competition held at a local high school. It mentioned that Pacific Band Director Eric Hammer was one of the judges at the event: The Santa Rosa Press Democrat.
The Los Angeles Chronicle ran a story about the gang symposium that would be held at Pacific this weekend: The Los Angeles Chronicle.
Oct. 24
The Record had a story about the gang symposium that was held on campus Saturday: The Record.
The San Francisco Examiner had a profile on actress Jamie Lee Curtis. It mentioned her association with University of the Pacific: The San Francisco Examiner.
The Sacramento Bee had a follow-up story about the drinking death trail currently being held. Pacific McGeorge professor Lawrence Levine was quoted: The Sacramento Bee.
The Record had a brief about Preview Day on campus this weekend: The Record.
Oct. 25
The Grass Valley Union had a feature story on Pacific graduate and artist Tammis Vaatveit: The Grass Valley Union.
The Record had a story about Pacific's new green building policy: The Record.
The Record had a short story about the Safe Trick or Treat event on campus Wednesday: The Record. The Record also had a brief about how costume donations are needed for that event: The Record.
Oct. 26
The American Prospect Magazine had a lengthy article about how government cuts to education and grants for higher education has mostly hurt students from poor families. The story mentioned University of the Pacific's enrollment numbers: American Prospect.
The Record had a brief that said Pacific graduate Dean Khloth was licensed recently as a civil engineer: The Record.
Oct. 27
The Sacramento Bee and Santa Rosa Democrat had a story about tips for students to maximize time at college fairs. Rich Toledo, director of Undergraduate Admissions, was quoted: The Santa Rosa Press Democrat.
The Record had an editorial praising Pacific for being listed as one of the most beautiful college campuses in the United States: The Record.
Oct. 28
The Record had a story about plans by students from the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences to assist seniors in signing up for the Medicare Part D program this year: The Record.
Oct. 29
The Oakland Tribune had a feature story on Jeff Thomason, son of basketball coach Bob Thomason and a Pacific graduate. Bob Thomason was quoted: The Oakland Tribune.
The Record had a feature story about all the classic horror films being shown locally this week. Professor Amy Smith was quoted: The Record.
The Philadelphia Inquirer had a story about griddles and the comfort food they make. The story mentioned that Professor Ken Albala has written a book about pancakes: The Philadelphia Enquirer.
The Juneau Empire had a short story that said Pacific graduate Cathy Munoz is running for re-election for the Alaska assembly: The Juneau Empire.
The Record had a series of stand-alone photos and information about the Safe Trick or Treat event hosted by the campus last night: The Record.
The Record had a brief about Juan Cole's upcoming speech at Pacific: The Record.
The Record had a standalone photo of the flu clinic sponsored by the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences yesterday: The Record.
The New York Times ran an obituary on Pacific graduate, author and Track and Field editor Cordner Nelson: The New York Times.
Oct. 30
Professor Michael Vitiello was featured on All Things Considered, National Public Radio's national afternoon news broadcast. The segment was the final of a three-part series on California's three strikes law and was produced by NPR national correspondent Ina Jaffe. Professor Vitiello consulted on the entire series and had his comments featured in segment three. A summary of Friday's segment can be found at NPR.
The San Francisco Chronicle had a story about what candy is safe for the teeth and what candy is really bad for it. Dugoni Professor Douglas Young was quoted: The San Francisco Chronicle.
The Record had a feature story about the high school debate tournament being put on by Pacific this weekend: The Record.
The Record had a story about last night's Keeping it Consensual symposium: The Record.
The Record had a brief about a citizenship fair that will be held at Pacific McGeorge School of Law next week: The Record.
KGO (ABC, San Francisco) had a morning feature story about the best and worst candy for the teeth. Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry Professor Jeff Wood was featured: KGO.
The San Francisco Examiner had a story about the best and worst Halloween candies. Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry Professor Douglas Young was quoted: The San Francisco Examiner.
The Twin Cities Pioneer Press had a story listing all the "best bets" for entertainment this week. Dave Brubeck's concert was listed. His association with Pacific was mentioned: The Twin Cities Pioneer Press.
The Boston Globe ran a feature obit on Pacific graduate Cordner Nelson, founder of Track and Field Magazine: The Boston Globe. The Pittsburgh Post Gazette ran the same story.
Oct. 31
The Wall Street Journal had a feature story about some of the more "unusual" delicacies in other parts of the world. Professor Ken Albala was quoted: The Wall Street Journal.
The Reading Eagle (Pennsylvania) ran the Fresno Bee story that said people are buying more staple foods and less gourmet foods during the recession. Professor Ken Albala was quoted in the story: The Reading Eagle.