Pacific in the News for November 2009
Nov. 1
The Record had an editorial praising the University for strengthening its ties with the community: The Record.
The Los Angeles Times ran a feature obit on Pacific graduate Cordner Nelson, founder of Track and Field Magazine: The Los Angeles Times.
Nov. 2
The The Chronicle of Higher Education, The New York Times and The Associated Press all had stories about presidents at private universities in the United States who earned more than $1 million in salary last year. Retired Pacific President Donald V. DeRosa was named on the list. These stories ran in numerous papers and television news shows, including The Boston Globe, the Columbia Dispatch and The Record.
All About Jazz, an online jazz magazine, had a story about the One World Concert Series being hosted by The Brubeck Institute: All About Jazz.
The Record had a feature story on this weekend's high school debate tournament hosted by Pacific: The Record.
The Modesto Bee had a story about the grim outlook for this year's Christmas shopping season. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Modesto Bee.
Nov. 3
The Dallas Morning News had a feature story about Professor Caroline Cox and her newest book about the first person to use insulin to control diabetes: The Dallas Morning News.
The Record had a follow-up story to the death of Pacific student Mario McArn: The Record.
The Record had a front-page story about a flu-shot emergency drill hosted by Dameron Hospital on Monday. The story mentioned that Pacific's basketball team volunteered to help with the drill: The Record.
The Modesto Bee and Merced Sun Star ran a story about the political problems facing Stanislaus County Sheriff Adam Christianson. Professor Bob Benedetti was quoted in the story: The Merced Sun Star.
The Record had a brief about Juan Cole's upcoming speech on Wednesday: The Record.
The Redlands Daily News had a feature-obituary on Pacific graduate Peter Drucker: The Redlands Daily News.
The Inland Valley Daily Bulletin had a feature story on an art show by Pacific graduate Opoku Acheampong: The Inland Valley Daily Bulletin.
Nov. 4
The Record had a story about the memorial service held at Morris Chapel for student Marcus McArn: The Record.
The Record had a brief about the upcoming Medicare help sessions in Escalon being put on by students at the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences students: The Record.
The Chicago Tribune had an obituary on Pacific graduate Cordner Nelson: The Chicago Tribune.
Nov. 5
The Honolulu Star Bulletin had a feature story about Pacific's Women's Volleyball Team: The Honolulu Star Bulletin.
The Sacramento Bee had a story that said Pacific McGeorge graduate David Tellman was honored by the Placer County District Attorney's office: The Sacramento Bee.
The Record had a story about the Juan Cole lecture held at Pacific Wednesday night: The Record.
The Record had a story about how Congressman Dennis Cardoza's district includes territories that are both for and against the proposed Peripheral Canal. Professor Bob Benedetti, director of the Jacoby Center, was quoted: The Record.
The Record had a feature story on this weekend's Pacific production of Il Treno: The Record.
The Record had a feature story on the Brentano Quartet concert at Pacific this weekend: The Record.
The Record reviewed the food served in the DeRosa University Center: The Record.
The Record had a brief about the Open World Jazz concert being held in the DeRosa University Center tonight: The Record.
Nov. 6
The Record had a follow-up story about the proposal to build two state prison facilities in Stockton. The story mentioned that J. Clark Kelso, the court-appointed administrator in charge of the project, is associated with Pacific McGeorge School of Law: The Record.
Nov. 7
The Sacramento Bee had a brief about the citizenship day hosted by Pacific McGeorge School of Law: The Sacramento Bee.
Nov. 8
The Sacramento Bee had a feature story on a class taught by Professor Bob Benedetti. The class takes a look at ways California's constitution could be improved: The Sacramento Bee.
The Record had a story analyzing the plan to build two prison facilities in Stockton. Jeff Michael, director of the Eberhardt Business Forecasting Center, was quoted: The Record.
The Oakland Tribune ran the Stockton Record story about how Stockton officials feel "snubbed" over plans to build two prison facilities in the region. The story mentioned that court-appointed prison health official J. Clark Kelso is a professor at Pacific McGeorge School of Law: The Oakland Tribune.
Nov. 9
The San Mateo Daily Journal had a feature story on author and Pacific graduate Matt de la Pena: The San Mateo Daily Journal.
The Record had a story about the movie "Teen Truth," which is premiering at Pacific this week: The Record.
The Record posted an online story that said Pacific graduate Roger Brautigan was named as the new director of the California's Department of Veteran's Affairs: The Record.
The Long Beach Press-Telegraph had an editorial about a memorial service for musician Melody Ross, who was shot to death last month. The story mentioned that musician PraCH Ly led the service. It also said that Ly recently spoke at University of the Pacific about rising violence: The Long Beach Press-Telegraph.
Nov. 10
The Record had a feature story on the musicians participating in the One World concert series, hosted by the Brubeck Institute: The Record.
The record had a story that said all proceeds to this Friday's Brubeck concert at the Empire Theater will benefit the Women's Shelter of San Joaquin County: The Record.
The Record had a feature story on Conservatory professor emeritus Stanworth Beckler. Numerous Pacific grads and professors were quoted in the story: The Record.
Nov. 11
The Record had a feature story on Pacific graduate Roger Brautigan, who was selected to serve as secretary of the California Department of Veterans Affairs this week: The Record.
KBAK News (Fox, Bakersfield) had a story about how a family is outraged that a man who was convicted of murder is now going to inherit a large sum of money and will be able to keep it. The family was told to contact Pacific McGeorge School of Law and ask for legal assistance in the case: KBAK News.
Nov. 12
The Record had a feature story about Ray Manzarek's concert at Pacific on Saturday: The Record.
The Buffalo News had a story about a mock trial competition taking place at University of Buffalo Law School. It mentioned that Pacific McGeorge students are competing: The Buffalo News.
The Record had a brief about a Medicare Part D workshop being hosted in Lodi by the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy: The Record.
The Pine Tree (Calaveras County) had an obit for Pacific McGeorge graduate Stephen Andrew Floyd: The Pine Tree.
Nov. 13
The Record had a photo spread of Pacific's Crew rowing team practicing in Stockton's Deep Water Channel: The Record.
The Record posted an online story about a bicycle crash that sent a student to the hospital Thursday night: The Record.
The Daily Sparks Tribune had a story about a high school athlete signing a letter of intent to play for Pacific next year: The Daily Sparks Tribune.
The Modesto Bee had a brief about the upcoming Medicare PartD workshops being put on by students at the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences: The Modesto Bee.
Nov. 14
Yahoo! News ran a story on Professor Amy Smith's Vampire class: Yahoo! News.
The Record had a story about the Health Care Symposium held on the Stockton Campus on Friday: The Record.
The record had a brief about Thursday night's bicycle accident on campus: The Record.
The Record had a brief about the Ray Manzarek/Michael Ford concert: The Record.
Nov. 15
United Press International ran it's own story on Professor Amy Smith's Vampire class: UPI. Rising Nepal and about a dozen other news outlets in Asia ran the UPI story: Rising Nepal.
Nov. 16
The Record had a story about community leaders who are trying to find ways to spark Latino children's interest in higher education. The story mentioned that Pacific works with the Chamber of Commerce to put on financial aid workshops for the Latino community: The Record.
Fox News Radio in Colorado ran the UPI story on Professor Amy Smith's vampire course: KCOL Radio.
The Sacramento Bee and Contra Costa Times ran a story about an investigation into a law firm that is accused of submitting phony documents and testimony into court hearings. Pacific McGeorge Professor Raquel Aldana was quoted: The Contra Costa Times.
KGB Radio (Binghamton, New York) ran the story about Professor Amy Smith's Vampire course: KGB.
The Oregonian had a feature story about the online John Muir Collection hosted by University of the Pacific: The Oregonian.
Nov. 17
Amy Smith was interviewed by KCCY Radio (Colorado Springs) about her upcoming Vampire course. The interview is scheduled to run either today or tomorrow. KFYI Radio (Phoenix) also ran the story: KYFI.
The Oakland Tribune ran the Sacramento Bee's story about the investigation into a law firm. Pacific McGeorge Professor Raquel Aldana was quoted: The Oakland Tribune.
The Lodi News-Sentinel ran a brief about how Provost Phil Gilbertson was selected to write a book on the history of the University: The Lodi News-Sentinel.
Nov. 18
The Sacramento and Fresno Bees posted an online story about how the John Muir Archives are now digital: The Fresno Bee.
The Record had a roundup of all the candidates running for City Council. It mentioned that Pacific student Arthur Murrillo is on the ballot: The Record.
The Record ran a wire story about how private colleges are doing better than public colleges during the recession. The story mentioned that Pacific had a record freshman enrollment this year.
The Record had a brief about this weekend's health fair that will feature students from Pacific's Dental Hygiene Program: The Record.
Nov. 19
The Sacramento News and Review had a short article about last week's Open World concerts and the Brubeck Institute Fellows: Sacramento News and Review.
The Record had a feature story on flautist Jennifer Olson. It mentioned that she's leading a masters class at Pacific this week: The Record.
The Sacramento Bee had a short story that said Pacific McGeorge graduate Dustin Johnson was appointed a trustee for the Los Rios college district: The Sacramento Bee.
Professor Peter Hilsenrath had a letter to the editor in today's Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal.
Nov. 20
The Record had a lengthy story about how the John Muir Letters are now online. Professor Bill Swagerty and associate dean Shan Sutton were both quoted: The Record. The Sacramento Bee also had a story in the paper about the John Muir Archive going digital: The Sacramento Bee.
The Manteca Bulletin had a feature story about Pacific graduate and Mountain Mike's Pizza founder Jeff Liotard: The Manteca Bulletin.