SF State in the News 2008
A selection of recent stories about the San Francisco State University community that have appeared in the media.
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September
Alum Dave Sholin has been named to the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame. San Francisco Chronicle 9/5/08
Alum Danny Glover said his time at San Francisco State was the most profound time in his life. Hattiesburg American 9/5/08
Artist and alumna Jude Pittman has a show of her new works opening Monday at Avenue 25 Gallery. Inside Bay Area 9/4/08
Alum John Staedler’s musical talent is profiled. Chico News and Reviews 9/4/08
In this opinion piece, Andrei P Tsygankov, assistant professor of international relations, suggests political candidates present Russia as a threat for their own political gains. Asia Times 9/3/08
John Sullivan, professor of management, suggests that the next administration may usher in the biggest change in employment law and labor activity in recent U.S. history. Human Resources Executive 9/3/08
William Peters, professor of theatre arts, directs a special dinner theatre event in Italy. San Francisco Chronicle 9/1/08
SF State is commended for its ongoing effective response to anti-Semitism. B’nai B’rith Magazine Summer 2008
Alexander String Quartet will explore pairing classical and jazz music conventions with three-time Grammy Award-winner Branford Marsalis at the Lied Center of Kansas. Kansas City InfoZine 9/2/08
Celebrated violinist Jassen Todorov was recently named director of the School of Music and Dance. San Francisco Sentinel 9/1/08
Alum Keith Neal has been promoted to chief technology officer of Meez, a social entertainment software company. MarketWatch 9/1/08
A new study by David Matsumoto, professor of psychology, suggests that physical displays of victory and defeat may be biologically based. New York Times 9/1/08
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith expects McCain to exit the abbreviated Republican National Convention with a bump in the polls. San Francisco Chronicle 9/1/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, comments that it is possible for temperatures to rise quickly to a fatal level within a car. Denver Post 8/29/08
In this opinion piece, President Robert A. Corrigan says the legal drinking age should stay at 21. San Francisco Chronicle 8/29/08
Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies Mai Nhung Le recounts a trip made to New Orleans to help Vietnamese Americans recover following Hurricane Katrina. Asian Week 8/29/08
An SF State study on contraception among Asian American women is cited in this article. Asian Week 8/29/08
Alum Aaron Olson founded the Cinema Curiousa film series in Michigan. Traverse City (Mich.) Record-Eagle 8/29/08
Alum Rizza Punzalan left a job in corporate America to begin Underdog, a restaurant specializing in organic hotdogs. Asian Week 8/29/08
The late Jules Tygiel, professor of history, is remembered. The Guardian (UK) 8/27/08
Joe Tuman, professor of communication studies, comments that the Obama campaign's willingness to sidestep the media in delivering its message to voters makes this year’s Democratic National Convention different. The Star-Ledger 8/27/08
Social media tools fill the information gap left by media outlets that cannot send enough correspondents to cover the Democratic National Convention, says Joe Tuman, professor of communication studies. The Austin American-Statesman 8/27/08
Jassen Todorov is named director of the SF State School of Music and Dance. San Francisco Classical Voice 8/26/08
U.S. News and World Report ranks SF State 53rd among master’s institutions in the West. San Mateo County Times 8/25/09
More students from India are studying abroad at institutions like SF State. The Times of India 8/25/08
According to Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, an average of 36 children have died each year from heat stroke between 1998 and 2008. York Daily Record 8/24/08
Alumna Alice Cunningham, an owner of Olympic Hot Tub Co. in Western Washington, is profiled. The News Tribune 8/24/08
John Gemello announced his plans to retire as provost and vice president of academic affairs. San Mateo County Times 8/24/08
During a decade-long break from playing the blues, musician Joe Louis Walker earned a degree in English and music at SF State. Edmonton Journal 8/24/08
Andrei P. Tsygankov, associate professor of international relations, writes about U.S. efforts to arm Georgia. International Herald Tribune 8/24/08
Deborah Tolman, director of the Center for Research on Gender and Sexuality, explains the term “heteroflexible.” Minneapolis Star Tribune 8/23/08
Alumna Mimi Chiang-Brown owns Flower Flour in Willow Glen. San Jose Mercury News 8/23/08
Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null comments on the first death by hyperthermia in Ohio for 2008. The Enquirer 8/22/08; The Plain Dealer 8/22/08
Alum William Redmond recently assumed the post of Ventura County Superior Court's newest commissioner. Ventura County Star 8/21/08
Biology Professor Jan Randall comments on new research that suggests ground squirrels use body odor to reconnect with kin after a period of hibernation. Science News 8/21/08
Jazz musician and Lecturer John Calloway has been appointed to the Mayor’s Art Commission. San Francisco Sentinel 8/21/08
A study by Assistant Professor of Biology Vance Vredendburg suggests amphibians are at risk of extinction in the Sierra Nevada. Sierra Sun 8/20/08
Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null comments on the death of a Maryland boy by hyperthermia. The News Journal (Del.) 8/20/08
The citizen science project launched by Gretchen LeBuhn, associate professor of biology, is profiled. American Scientist 8/19/08
Alumna Emma Tenayuca, who led the first successful action in the Mexican-American struggle for economic, social and political justice, is profiled. American Catholic Reporter 8/19/08
Assistant Professor of Management Mitchell Marks comments on good management during a period of downsizing. Austin-American Statesman 8/18/08; Atlanta Journal Constitution 8/18/08
Doug Hupke, director of alumni relations, comments on the value of alumni associations to job seekers. San Francisco Chronicle 8/17/08
Nancy Hayes, dean of the College of Business, remarks on the rise of applications from foreign students. San Francisco Chronicle 8/17/08
Asian American Studies Lecturer Eric Mar, who is running for San Francisco Board of Supervisors, is featured. Asian Week 8/15/08
The book, "Underground America: Narratives of Undocumented Lives," edited and compiled by Associate Professor of Creative Writing Peter Orner with help from SF State students, is profiled. San Francisco Chronicle 8/15/08
Sanjoy Banerjee, chair of the International Relations Department, comments on the expected resignation of Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf. ABC 7 News 8/15/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman says it can be risky for presidential candidates to take vacations in August. Houston Chronicle 8/15/08
Assistant Professor of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Marie Drennan says mobile technology has given viewers more chances than ever to watch the Olympics. Sacramento Bee 8/14/08
Different cultures show similar displays of pride and shame, according to a study by David Matsumoto, professor of psychology. The Economist 8/14/08; KCBS 8/13/08; The Epoch Times 8/13/08
Research by Assistant Professor of Biology Vance Vredenburg shows amphibians becoming extinct at an alarming rate. Los Angeles Times 8/14/08; CBS News 8/13/08; 3 News (New Zealand) 8/13/08; CNN 8/12/08;
Professor of Secondary Education Mark Phillips comments on a new proposed California state algebra policy. Marin Independent Journal 8/13/08
Alum Amy Blaisdell will take over as the City of Palm Springs communications director. Palm Springs Desert Sun 8/13/08
According to a study by David Matsumoto, professor of psychology, the victory dance is innate to all primates, including humans. Fox News 8/13/08; Discover Magazine 8/13/08; Vancouver Sun 8/13/08 ; Winston Salem Journal 8/13/08; Los Angeles Times 8/12/08; Sentinel 8/12/08; Wired 8/12/08; Bloomberg 8/12/08; The Vancouver Sun 8/12/08; Telegraph (UK) 8/12/08; MSNBC 8/11/08; New Scientist 8/11/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, says computer models of the atmosphere help pilots avoid ash clouds produced by volcanoes. KCSB-TV 8/11/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman comments on ageism in the Presidential campaigns. Contra Costa Times 8/11/08
Alum and director Timothy Near, who has served more than two decades as artistic director of San Jose Repertory Theatre, is featured. San Francisco Chronicle 8/10/08
Alum John A. Martin Jr. is featured for his work in closing the racial divide. Marin Independent Journal 8/9/08
Alum Tomás Romero's screenplay "The American Mall" premieres on MTV this week. Santa Cruz Sentinel 8/9/08
Asian American Studies Lecturer Eric Mar filed papers to run for the District One Board of Supervisors seat. San Francisco Chronicle 8/9/08
SF State has a system in place to encourage pre-selection of dorm roommates. San Francisco Chronicle 8/9/08
A new book, "Jews and Popular Culture," by Eric Soloman, professor of English, is featured. Jewish Standard (NJ) 8/8/08
Music alumna Delaney Gibson is a promising singer-songwriter. San Diego Union-Tribune 8/7/08
Grace J. Yoo, associate professor of Asian American studies, says breast cancer patients often worry about the emotions of others rather than themselves. Atlanta Journal-Constitution 8/7/08; News On 6 (Okla.) 8/7/08
Hector Carrillo, assistant professor of human sexuality studies, comments on the complexity of sexual identity. The New York Times 8/7/08
Steve Kawa, executive director of the Willie Brown Center, takes a leave of absence to serve temporarily as Mayor Newsom’s chief of staff. Bay Area Reporter 8/7/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, comments on the value of a public education effort around how to prevent deaths by hyperthermia. USA Today 8/7/08 ; related story: Nevada TV 8/6/08
Alumna Audrey Lavin, author of a children's book “How I Survived My Parents' Big Scary Divorce,” is profiled. Palisadian Post 8/7/08
Alum Jonathan Schneiderman owns Metamusic, a store that sells vinyl-only records and related equipment. Metro Santa Cruz 8/6/08
In a survey of 164 breast cancer patients, SF State researchers found that most tended to focus more on the feelings of their loved ones rather than on their own emotions. U.S. News and World Report 8/6/08
Alum Ernest Gaines, a legendary fiction writer, will be recognized for his work to promote justice and harmony at the 46th annual Brotherhood and Sisterhood Awards banquet. The Advocate 8/6/08
Alumna Leslie Lehnhoff, who is the cultural diversity liaison for the City of Auburn, is profiled. Auburn Reporter (Wash.) 8/6/08
Hyperthermia research by SF State researchers is cited in this article. Hamilton (Canada) Spectator 8/5/08
Alum Salar Nader returns to San Francisco with the Flat Earth Ensemble. Jazz Police 8/5/08
John Sullivan, professor of management, comments on the search for a new CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management. Workforce 8/4/08
Students are learning to use cameras at SF State’s field station to change the way we look at wildlife. Journal Gazette 8/4/08
Recent graduate Jonathan Smothers, who gives voice lessons to young Oakland students, plays the lion in Belasco Theatre Company's production of "The Wiz." San Francisco Chronicle 8/4/08
Alumna Carrie Betti was appointed by the Cabrillo Unified School District Board of Education to be the principal at El Granada Elementary. Coastsider 8/3/08
Graduate student Jim Fuller is profiled as part of a feature on older adults who return to college. San Francisco Chronicle 8/3/08
Psychologists at SF State found that chronically tardy people exhibit other unhealthy personality traits. The Times (U.K.) 8/2/08
Alum Bart Schneider, poet and author of a new literary thriller, is profiled. Pioneer Press 8/2/08
SF State's commitment to social justice, education and awareness is profiled in this article. American Executive 8/1/08
Alum Dana Carvey has worked hard to keep his comedy act sharp. Tahoe Daily Tribune 8/1/08
A winery owned by alum Fulton Mather is profiled. Napa Valley Register 8/1/08
High school seniors will present their science research at next year's meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Pacific Division, at SF State. Los Angeles Daily News 8/1/08
July
Court of Appeal Justice and alum William D. Stein has announced his plans to retire. Metropolitan News Enterprise (Los Angeles) 7/31/08
Alum Renae Drier, who was recently named superintendent of the Orange County Unified School District, is featured. Orange County Register 7/31/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, says that at least 23 infants and children have died from hyperthermia in the United States this year. The Daily Journal (N.J.) 7/31/08
The SF State Welcome Back Center was named a finalist in a national competition. CBS 5 7/30/08
Roger Bland, professor of physics and astronomy, comments on the lower pitch sound now made by blue whales. The New York Times 7/29/08
Professor of Humanities George Leonard was a founding member of the 1960s doo-wop group Sha-Na-Na. The New York Times 7/27/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, tracks deaths of children who die in hot cars. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 7/26/08 ; related story: Knoxville Sentinel (Tenn.) 7/28/08
Alumna Cyd McKenna has recently arrived in Greenwood, Miss., to assist the mayor with city planning. The Greenwood Commonwealth (Miss.) 7/26/08
Jewish Studies Professor Marc Dollinger spoke to students in the Kohn intern program about the history of Bay Area Jews. J, the Jewish news weekly 7/25/08
The Orange Unified School District named alumna Renae E. Dreier as its new superintendent. Los Angeles Times 7/24/08
Hyperthermia research by Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null is cited. South Lyon (Mich.) Herald 7/24/08
Alum Allen Nakamura was awarded a 2008 All-Star Teacher Award prior to Sunday's San Francisco Giants game. Alameda Sun 7/24/08
Students are learning how to use cameras to capture pictures of wildlife on the wooded Sierra Nevada Field Campus. Sacramento Bee 7/24/08
Cristina L. Azocar, director of the Center for Integration and Improvement of Journalism, comments that the television news industry is not keeping pace with the changing demographics of the U.S. Diverse Issues in Higher Education 7/24/08
Alum Dylan Brown, supervising animator at Pixar, talks about his work with area high school students. Syracuse News Times 7/24/08
Rafael Diaz, senior researcher at the Cesar E. Chavez Institute, says when the experiences of poverty, racism and homophobia are combined, some Hispanics engage in risky behavior that puts them at risk of contracting HIV. The Washington Post 7/23/08; Dallas Morning News 7/23/08
Alum Stephanie O'Dea has become an online sensation with her blog about making a daily meal in a crockpot. Tampa Bay Online 7/23/08
Alum and author Anne Rice is profiled. The Guardian (UK) 7/22/08
Carlos Davidson, director of the environmental studies program, will teach local residents about threats to Sierra frogs. Tahoe Daily Tribune 7/22/08
Alum Renae Dreier is expected to be named superintendent of the Orange Unified School District. Orange County Register 7/22/08
An SF State study on death by children due to hyperthermia is cited. Sarasota Herald Tribune 7/22/08
Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies Wei Ming Dariotis notes the difference between identity and heritage in a story about Barack Obama's effect on mixed-race Americans. San Francisco Chronicle 7/21/08
Caitlin Ryan, initiative director of the Cesar E. Chavez Institute, is quoted in a Newsweek cover story about the murder of openly gay eighth grader Larry King. Newsweek 7/20/08
Associate Professor of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Melissa Camacho comments on the increase in "stupid human tricks" appearing on the Internet. Contra Costa Times 7/20/08
Research on hyperthermia by adjunct professor of meteorology Jan Null is cited in this article. South Florida Sun Sentinel 7/20/08
President Corrigan participated in an intensive nine-day visit to Israel to encourage collaboration among American and Israeli faculty and students. J., the Jewish news weekly 7/18/08
Alum Mari-Ela David will take over as news anchor at KHNL-TV in Honolulu. Honolulu Advertiser 7/18/08
K. C. Price, lecturer in the technical and professional writing program, has been named executive director of Frameline, the San Francisco nonprofit that produces America's oldest gay film festival. San Francisco Chronicle 7/18/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, comments on the likely temperature of a car in which a child died. Detroit Free Press 7/18/08 ; related stories: Detroit News 7/18/08 ; Palm Beach Post 7/18/08
Alum Rod Linhares has been hired to develop a summer program for adolescents. Pacifica Tribune 7/17/08
Research by Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, is used in support of tougher laws pertaining to child deaths in hot cars. Ithaca Journal (N.Y.) 7/17/08
President Corrigan has been appointed to a national committee that will study how U.S. public institutions are impacted by worldwide changes in politics, technology and the economy. Fox 12 News (Idaho) 7/16/08
SF State’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry helped a reporter in his quest to understand the availability and value of cheap digital technology for the kitchen. The Wall Street Journal 7/16/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, explains how quickly the temperature can rise inside a locked car. The Leaf Chronicle (TN) 7/15/08 ; related stories: Salt Lake Tribune 7/15/08
The mystery surrounding the death of alumna Chandra Levy is explored in this special series. The Washington Post 7/13/08
Melissa Camacho, associate professor of broadcast and electronic communication arts,
comments on HBO’s new miniseries "Generation Kill." San Jose Mercury News 7/13/08
Roger Bland, professor of physics, was on hand to monitor oceanic noise pollution during a whale watching trip organized by San Francisco Bay Whale Watching and Seaflow. San Francisco Chronicle 7/13/08
Associate Professor of Special Education Pamela Wolfberg applauded a new bill to modify the credentialing process for teachers who work with autistic children. San Francisco Chronicle 7/13/08
There have been at least twelve deaths of infants and children due to hypothermia in 2008, according to Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology. Branson (MO) Daily News 7/12/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, comments on the death of a child left for hours in a hot car. Washington Post 7/11/08
A gardener reports on her experience of taking part in the Great Sunflower Project, a research effort of Associate Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn. Savannah Morning News 7/11/08
A new one-woman comedy by alumna Monica Palacios is discussed. Orange County Weekly 7/10/08
Music Lecturer Andrew Speight comments on jazz great Benny Carter. San Jose Mercury News 7/10/08
Alum and noted blues guitarist Joe Louis Walker is featured. Victoria (Canada) Times Colonist 7/10/08
Molly Jochem, who graduated with a degree in fine arts, has a mission to use art to "uncover the essential truth of human kind." Union of Grass Valley (Calif.) 7/3/08
The late Jules Tygiel, professor of history, is remembered. The Denver Post 7/8/08
Research by Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null suggests that automobile interior temperatures rise an average of 19 degrees after just 10 minutes. The Buffalo News 7/8/08
Lecturer Karl Cohen, an historian of animation, remarks on the "lovely" Soviet-era animated shows now available through YouTube. The Star-Ledger 7/8/08
Universities such as SF State are offering MBAs in sustainable business. Everett Herald 7/7/08
Alum Marie Porteous York celebrated her 95th birthday in Nevada. Lahontan Valley News 7/7/08
Student Charity Ramilo is one of 12 Filipino-American students studying in the Philippines as part of the seven-week Advanced Filipino Abroad Program. The Manila Times (Philippines) 7/7/08
Professor of History Jules Tygiel, who passed away at 59, is remembered. Los Angeles Times 7/6/08; New York Times 7/4/08
Library Collection Development Coordinator David Hellman reviews "The Garden of Last Days." San Francisco Chronicle 7/6/08
Associate Professor of Creative Writing Toni Mirosevich authors the "My Word" feature. San Francisco Chronicle 7/6/08
Windy conditions kept alum Brent Stockwell from lifting off for his annual Fourth of July hot air balloon ride. Tracy Press 7/5/08
Alum Gene Darny's creations at the Lotta Bakery are profiled. San Francisco Examiner 7/4/08
Assistant Professor of Decision Sciences Vijay Mehrotra comments on morale problems among Sprint employees. NBC 11 7/4/08
Lecturer David Lee comments on the political importance of investing in Asian American communities to the current presidential campaigns. Pretoria (South Africa) News 7/3/08
Diana Chu, assistant professor of biology, recently won a five-year CAREER grant from the National Science Foundation. Redwood City Daily News 7/2/08
The late Jules Tygiel, professor of history, is remembered. San Francisco Chronicle 7/2/08
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith said Barack Obama is defining himself through his speeches during the holiday weekend before the attack ads begin. ABC7 News 7/2/08
SF State study on the risks to children from hyperthermia after being left in cars is cited. KSFY (S.D.) 7/2/08
Alumna Diana Abbati was chosen to be the new principal of Woodside Elementary School. The Almanac 7/2/08
Alumna Wesla Whitfield and her musical partner and husband are featured. St. Helena Star 7/2/08
Alumna Pauline Oliveros, a pioneer of 'art music improvisation' who is in Ireland for the Quiet Music Festival, is profiled. The Irish Times 7/2/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman said that Governor Schwarzenegger’s recent controversial gesture of showing his money clip stuffed with cash was perhaps natural for someone who is used to being larger than life. Contra Costa Times 7/1/08
Alumna Charlotte Sommers is the new executive director of the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown, Md. Montgomery Gazette 7/1/08
Political Science Lecturer David Lee spoke to the circular problem of political parties investing only in communities with fixed loyalty while needing to invest in the Asian community to build loyalty. San Francisco Chronicle 7/1/08
The Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow, an SF State alum, is now in the highest elected position in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) San Francisco Chronicle 7/1/08
Alum Sandy Armstrong won her first national title as a coach in the U.S. Rowing Youth Championships. Marin Independent Journal 7/1/08
Alum Hulan Barnett is one of the few teachers of color in the Vallejo City Unified School District. Vallejo Times Herald 7/1/08
Alum Rosalina Tran Lydster will be a preliminary judge in the Miss Universe competition in Vietnam. Thanh Nien News (Vietnam) 7/1/08
The 40th anniversary of the Third World Liberation front at SF State is cited. Philippine Inquirer 7/1/08
June
Alum Hulan Barnett, who teaches math at Vallejo High School, comments on a lack of diversity among teachers. Times-Herald (Sonoma) 6/30/08
According to a 2007 survey by SF State researchers, 35 children died in the U.S. as a result of being left alone in a locked car in hot weather. South Jersey Courier-Post 6/30/08
This article references work by alumna Lynn Peril, a social historian who writes about the commercialism of menstruation. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 6/28/08
Professor of Urban Studies Raquel Pinderhughes says that green-collar job are safer, typically higher-paying jobs that are community-serving and meaningful. Crain’s Chicago Business 6/28/08
Professor of Psychology Ronald Mayer says that the Forest Hills Muni station should have a working phone. San Francisco Chronicle 6/28/08
Gilbert Herdt, director of the National Sexuality Resource Center at SF State, predicts the public’s acceptance of gays and lesbians will continue to climb higher in San Francisco. ABC 7 News 6/28/08
Lisbet Sunshine, director of government relations, is featured for her “healthy obsession” as a marathon runner. San Francisco Chronicle 6/27/08
Alumna Susan A. Cota, the first female Hispanic chancellor in the California community college system, has been named interim president of MiraCosta College. San Diego Union-Tribune 6/27/08 North County Times 6/27/08
Alum Alfred Garcia, Jr., was named to a special project committee by the City of Paso Robles. Paso Robles Press 6/27/08
In an article that revisits Saul Bellow's “Mr. Sammler's Planet,” SF State is referenced. The Wall Street Journal 6/27/08
Associate Professor of Creative Writing and Theatre Arts Roy Conboy and his new play “The Journeys of the Angels” are featured. San Francisco Chronicle 6/26/08
This article cites research by SF State faculty on the dangers of leaving a child in a hot car. Idaho Statesman 6/26/08
A survey conducted by SF State researchers revealed that one’s perception of cell phone use is strongly affected by factors like age, gender, employment status and nationality. Thai Indian News (ANI) 6/25/08
Professor of Cinema Weiman Zhang is headed for China for three months to film the Olympics. NBC11 6/24/08
SF State research provides analysis on how temperatures rise inside locked cars. Idaho Statesman 6/23/08 Deseret News 6/23/08
Alum Jocelyn Quintos Rodis, controller of San Francisco’s Department of Public Works, is profiled. The Inquirer 6/23/08
Joe Tuman, professor of communication studies, comments on Rep. Ellen Tauscher’s newly committed allegiance to Senator Barack Obama. Contra Costa Times 6/23/08
Alum and former Mayor Willie Brown urges state leaders to protect the CSU, citing the importance of SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 6/23/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, talks about the risks of leaving children in a hot car. Ocala Times 6/23/08
Alumna Katherine Singer recently joined the Desert Hot Springs Police Department, serving as its support services division commander. The Desert Sun (Palm Springs) 6/23/08
Alum John Avalos, who earned a masters degree in social work, said he would rely on public campaign financing as a candidate for the District 11 Supervisor seat. Fog City Journal 6/22/08
Professor of Anthropology Karen Olsen Bruhns comments that U.S. authorities are reluctant to explore whether artifacts, once in the U.S., were illegally exported. San Francisco Chronicle 6/20/08
Recent graduate Aaron Augustus is cited as an example of an Iraq war veteran who returned to college with financial aid from the federal government. San Francisco Chronicle 06/20/08
John Sullivan, professor of management, says Yahoo’s plan to outsource some work may encourage its engineers to seek jobs elsewhere, eroding its talent pool. San Jose Mercury News 6/20/08; Related story: San Jose Mercury News 6/19/08
Alumna Laury Harroch is a lifelong learner, having recently earned her third degree in French comparative literature. San Leandro Times 6/20/08
This article about a seminar that trains students how to advocate for Israel features a picture of a pro-Palestine march at SF State in 2002. The Jerusalem Post 6/20/08
According to a 2007 study by SF State researchers, outward migration from San Francisco among blacks outpaced 18 other major U.S. cities between 1995 and 2000. San Francisco Bay Guardian 6/20/08
Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null was surprised that a baby boy left in a hot car didn't die. Salt Lake Tribune 6/19/08
Artist Alysanne McGaffey, whose work is now on display in a Palo Alto gallery, received her teaching certificate from SF State. 6/19/08 Contra Costa Times
The 23rd annual Irving M. Klein International String Competition was held at SF State on Sunday. San Francisco Chronicle 6/18/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, suspects that the average number of child deaths per year may have tripled, to 36, since 1998 because more children are forgotten in back seats. Memphis Commercial Appeal 6/18/08
Alum Michael Lumpkin, retiring executive director of Frameline, began his association with the gay film festival while a graduate student at SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 6/18/08
Researchers at SF State explored the connection between meditation and ability to endure pain by mapping electrical activity in the brain of a yoga master. The Oregonian 6/17/08
Alum Larry Penny is the longest serving employee of East Hampton, New York.
East
Hampton Town News 6/17/08
Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null says high spring temperatures weren't that different from the 30-year average. Fresno Bee 6/17/08
The Great Sunflower Project is a community science activity launched this spring by SF State’s Assistant Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn. The Sudbury (Canada) Star 6/17/08
Research by Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null on hyperthermia is cited. KDBC (Tex.) 6/17/08
Alum Burt Yin is called a "real hometown hero" in this feature. Tri-Valley Herald 6/17/08
Mayor Gavin Newsom’s comments at SF State are listed among the most memorable of this year’s Commencement speakers. The New York Times 6/15/08
The rock band Sha Na Na was the brainchild of George Leonard, now professor of humanities at SF State. Chronicle of Higher Education (subscription required) 06/13/08
Christopher Carrington, professor of sociology, discusses the ramifications of same-sex couples rushing into marriage. Sacramento Bee 6/13/08
English Lecturer Mary Winegarden's theatrical family is featured. San Francisco Chronicle 6/13/08
Alum David Blume's efforts to decrease reliance on oil are explored in this feature. Metro Santa Cruz 6/13/08
Jason Henderson, assistant professor of geography and human environmental studies, will speak at the Towards Carfree Cities conference in Portland, Ore. San Francisco Bay Guardian 6/13/08
Alum Anissa Malady won the Nancy Frank Second Year Women's Opportunity Award. San Mateo County Times 6/13/08
Professor Emeritus of Economics Tom Lantos will be posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civil honor. San Francisco Chronicle 6/12/08; San Mateo Daily Journal 6/12/08
A program developed by Professor of Urban Studies Raquel Pinderhughes to train the unemployed in green jobs is taking hold in Cleveland. Cleveland Plain Dealer 6/12/08
The Irving M. Klein International String Competition will bring some of the top young performers to SF State this weekend. San Francisco Examiner 6/12/08
Alum Bill Gray will be inducted into the City of Pacifica Sports Hall of Fame. Pacifica Tribune 6/12/08
Alum Tammy McGregor, coach of the U.S. synchronized swimming team, is featured. Contra Costa Times 6/11/08
Research by Adjunct Professor of Biology Richard Dugdale is cited in this editorial. Stockton Record 6/11/08
A hyperthermia study by researchers at SF State is cited in this story. KOLO 6/11/08
Alum Harriet MacLean will become principal of San Rafael's Davidson Middle School. Marin Independent Journal 6/11/08
Alum Maenette Kape'ahiokalani Padeken Ah Nee-Benham has been appointed the first dean of the Hawai'inuiâkea School of Hawaiian Knowledge at the University of Hawaii. Honolulu Advertiser 6/10/08
A hyperthermia study by researchers at SF State is cited. Orlando Sentinel 6/10/08 ; Las Vegas Review Journal 6/10/08 ; The State (S.C.) 6/10/08 ; Xenia (Ohio) Gazette 6/10/08 ; WHSV (Va) 6/10/08
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger comments on the opening of the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco. The Money Times (India) 6/10/08
Student Monica Ferraro received a $1,000 award as one of four winners of the first round of 2008 Barbara Harrelson Health Science Scholarships. Contra Costa Times 6/10/08
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger comments on the opening of the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco. Haaretz 6/9/08 ; San Francisco Chronicle 6/7/08
Student Karla Perez was honored with the Laura Settle Scholarship, a statewide award given by the California Retired Teachers Association. San Mateo County Times 6/9/08
President and Mrs. Robert A. Corrigan are pictured at the San Francisco Symphony's Black & White Ball. San Francisco Chronicle 6/8/08
Research by Adjunct Professor of Biology Richard Dugdale is cited in this editorial. Sacramento Bee 6/8/08
SF State's gerontology department is an early leader in offering geriatric care management studies. The New York Times 6/8/08
A study on hyperthermia by researchers at SF State is cited. Richmond County (N.C.) Daily Journal 6/6/08
Tiffany Brooks, the first Guardian Scholar graduate at SF State, is profiled. Diverse 6/6/08
Recent graduate Nora Razon says she excelled in college thanks to a non-profit that helps low-income students. San Francisco Chronicle 6/6/08
Professor of Secondary Education Mark Phillips comments on the decision-making processes in schools. Marin Independent Journal 6/6/08
David Brenneman, a technology consultant and SF State student, comments on Google's technological advances. Computer World 6/6/08
Alum Mary Chun has been selected as a finalist for Tulare County Symphony director. Visalia Times-Delta 6/6/08
Professor of Music Roger Woodward is Australia's most internationally acclaimed classical pianist. Sydney Morning Herald 6/5/08
Within minutes, the inside of a car can become a deadly environment for a child, even when temperatures are in the 60s, says Jan Hull, adjunct professor of meteorology. The Tennessean 6/5/08
Robert Smith, professor of political science, has both praise and criticism
for Carol Swain, author of "The New White Nationalism." Nashville
Scene 6/5/08
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has filed suit against the
University for alleged age discrimination. Chronicle
of Higher Education 6/6/08; Inside
Higher Ed 6/6/08; San
Francisco Chronicle 6/5/08
Recent graduate Stephen de la Cruz is profiled. Contra Costa Times 6/4/08
Alumnus Mike Read’s passion for history has inspired him to research, preserve and share the history of Novato. Novato Advance 6/4/08
Associate Professor of Creative Writing Peter Orner discusses his new book "Underground America" which features the life stories of undocumented workers. KQED Forum 6/4/08
Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null comments on the amount of rainfall this spring for the San Francisco Bay Area. San Jose Mercury News 6/4/08
SF State's BA in Raza Studies is part of a growing trend in colleges and universities. National Review Online 6/3/08
Two studies by Adjunct Professor of Biology Richard Dugdale are cited to explain plummeting Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta fish populations. KFSN-ABC 30 (Fresno) 6/3/08
Alum Michael Takatsuno learned about musculature and tissue release as an instructor's assistant at SF State. Utica Observer Dispatch 6/3/08
Alum Phoebe Tooke is one of 12 student filmmakers who will receive Student Academy Awards from the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences on June 7. San Francisco Chronicle 6/1/08
The Great Sunflower Project is a community science activity launched this spring by SF State’s Assistant Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn. Quad City Times (Iowa) 6/2/08
Scientists seeking evidence to explain why Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta fish populations have plummeted are relying upon two studies by Professor of Oceanography Richard Dugdale. San Jose Mercury News 6/1/08; related second story in San Jose Mercury News 6/1/08 ; ABC7 News (San Francisco) 6/1/08; Sacramento Bee 6/1/08
"Underground America," a new book edited by Associate Professor of Creative Writing Peter Orner with help from graduate students is reviewed. LA Times 6/1/08
Student Justin Maxon won the prestigious World Press first-place photo award in the category of Daily Life Single. The Eureka Reporter 6/1/08
Historian Philip P. Choy, who taught the first Chinese American history course in the nation at SF State, is author of a new book, "Canton Footprints: Sacramento's Chinese Legacy." Sacramento Bee 6/1/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman said he expects Hillary Clinton to press on through Tuesday's final primaries. KCBS 6/1/08
May
Paul Longmore, professor of history, says that proceeds from the Jerry Lewis Telethon have dropped by two-thirds since its hey-day two decades ago. Ottawa Citizen 5/31/08
The popularity of the San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival is linked to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies. San Francisco Chronicle 5/30/08
Researchers Heather Ishak, Ravinder Sehgal and colleagues report how the spread of barred owls could also be increasing spotted owls’ risk of malaria and other blood-borne parasites. Conservation Magazine 5/30/08
Ramon Castellblanch, associate professor of health education, comments on the lobbying practices of Blue Cross. California Chronicle 5/30/08
Alumnus Dave Reber is running for political office in Sonoma. Sonoma News 5/29/08
New research by SF State scientists reveals a new threat to the northern spotted owl. Oregon Public Broadcasting 5/29/08 ; First Science 5/27/08
Communication Studies Professor Joe Tuman comments that it is commonly thought that Senator Barack Obama will be the Democratic Party's nominee for the presidential race. CBS5 5/29/08
A new study of parasites in the northern spotted owl by SF State researchers has documented the first case of avian malaria in the threatened species. San Francisco Examiner 5/28/08; The Oregonian 5/28/08; CBS5 5/28/08
Bill Michaelis, professor of recreation and leisure studies, comments on the Pacifica community’s demonstrated willingness to invest in the quality of life of its residents. Pacifica Tribune 5/28/08
The first Guardian Scholar to graduate from SF State, Tiffany Brooks, is featured. San Francisco City Star 5/27/08
Raquel Pinderhughes, professor of urban studies, says when she first coined the term "green collar" jobs, she referred initially to only blue-collar type positions. MSNBC 5/26/08
A San Bruno mother and daughter graduate SF State at the same time. San Mateo Times 5/25/08
An installation by Paul Catanese, assistant professor of art and design, is featured. Richmond Times-Dispatch 5/25/08
Mayor Gavin Newsom encouraged SF State's graduating class to pursue the future with passion. KCBS 5/24/08
In 2007, a total of 35 children died in the U.S. as a result of being left inside cars, according to a study conducted by the department of geosciences at SF State. Daily Press (Victorville, Calif.) 5/23/08
Veteran Aaron Augustus will graduate from SF State as part of a growing number of service members returning from combat to earn degrees. San Francisco Chronicle 5/24/08
A "3-Minute Interview" with Alumnus of the Year Joseph White. San Francisco Examiner 5/24/08
Local anchor Ken Bastida is inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame. KPIX-TV 5/23/08
Alumnus of the Year Joseph White is featured. San Francisco Bay View 5/23/08
SF State has chosen Michael Maltzan Architecture to design the new Creative Arts building. San Francisco Chronicle 5/23/08
Graduating senior Joshua Walters teaches others about bipolar disorder through a one-man show, "Madhouse Rhythm." j., The Jewish News Weekly 5/23/08
Professor of Women Studies M.A. Jaimes-Guerrero, a gender and Native studies expert at SF State, comments on gender bias among American Indian voters. Indian Country Today (New York) 5/23/08
Alum and Vietnam veteran Richard Slota will be among several new playwrights who debut their work as part of Solano's "New Playwrights at the Rep" series. The Reporter (Vacaville) 5/23/08
Professor of History Robert Cherny sets the record straight on Gen. George Custer’s rank. San Francisco Chronicle 5/23/08
Alum Craig Bond, St. Helena High choir director, answers questions about teaching music. St. Helena Star (Wash.) 5/22/08
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences hood recipient Katherine Kramer is featured. Bay Area Reporter 5/22/08
Courtney Good is one of 10 hood recipients at SF State's Commencement. Contra Costa Times 5/21/08
Professor of Urban Studies Raquel Pinderhughes’ coined the term “green collar jobs.” Philadelphia City Paper 5/21/08
Graduating senior Andrew Hines earns top spot as hood for College of Business and Commencement speaker. San Jose Mercury News 5/21/08; Santa Cruz Sentinel 5/21/08
UWIRE, the college journalism association, has named student James Lee as one of the top 100 journalism students in the country. Editor and Publisher 5/20/08
News article explores the worth of a college education for women. International Herald Tribune 5/22/08; New York Times 5/21/08
BECA student Sundeep Dosanjh said retiring KTVU anchor Dennis Richmond has been a role model to aspiring journalists. KTVU 5/20/08
Alum Anne Bevan is working to save the Essex, Mass., archives. Gloucester Daily Times (Mass.) 5/20/08
Student clubs and special groups have increased 75 percent at SF State, mirroring the experience of other universities. San Francisco Chronicle 5/19/08
Alum Danny Glover is profiled. The National (Abu Dhabi) 5/18/08
Some SF State police officers were trained by the Santa Clara County Justice Training Center in Morgan Hill. KCBS-Radio 5/18/08
Student Phoebe Tooke was named one of 11winners of a Student Academy Award. The Hollywood Reporter 5/18/08
Alumna and photographer Joy Strotz is profiled. North Lake Tahoe Bonanza 5/18/08
Associate Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn launched the Great Sunflower Project earlier this year. Hudson-Hub Times 5/18/08
Alumna Barbara McCormick sells whimsical art on consignment at her store, called Poppy. Columbia Tribune 5/17/08
Alumna Laksmi Abraham has been named president and chief professional officer for Maui United Way. The Maui News 5/17/08
Chillin' is a periodic art and culture party organized by alumna Irene Hernandez-Feiks to give independent artists exposure to the public and boost their fledgling businesses. San Francisco Chronicle 5/18/08
Alum Joel Baker, a “mixologist” who paid his way through school by bartending, is interviewed. San Francisco Examiner 5/16/08
Donald Zingale, founding dean of the College of Health and Human Services, talks about his new position as president of SUNY Cobleskill. The Daily Star (New York) 5/16/08
Kitty Millet, assistant professor of Jewish Studies, discussed literature linked to the Holocaust at an annual Yom Hashoah remembrance. Brooklyn Daily Eagle 5/16/08
Alum Philip Vince has been selected city manager of Martinez. Contra Costa Times 5/16/08
Wei-Ming Dariotis, assistant professor of Asian American studies, comments on images of hapas, or multiracial Asian Pacific Islanders, that existed in the media. Nichi Bei Times 5/15/08
Fees raised at state universities. San Jose Mercury News 5/15/08
Barbara Hubler, director of financial aid, says SF State is developing plans to implement a new law allowing undergraduates to borrow an extra $2,000 per year in federally guaranteed Stafford loans. San Francisco Chronicle 5/15/08
Political Science Lecturer David Lee is interviewed about the anxiety in the local Chinese-American community concerning the recent earthquake in China. National Public Radio 5/14/08
Robert Smith, professor of political science, comments that the few remaining contests in the race for the Democratic nomination are nearly guaranteed wins for Hillary Clinton. Black Enterprise 5/14/08
SF State anthropology students study people who pass through San Francisco's U.N. Plaza. San Francisco Chronicle 5/14/08
A woman sought help from Biology Professor Tom Parker and Lecturer Mike Vasey to identify an unknown species of plant. San Francisco Chronicle 5/14/08
Professor of Secondary Education Mark Phillips comments on the "distortion" of the political news by television news anchors and reporters. Marin Independent Journal 5/14/08
Alum Lawrence Wiesner is seeking election to supervisory board in Sonoma. Sonoma Index-Tribune 5/13/08
Daniel Meier, associate professor of education, says education reform is overdue to supply the number of teachers necessary to educate the state’s youth. San Francisco Chronicle 5/12/08
Former graduate student pleads guilty to fraud charges. San Francisco Chronicle 5/12/08
Former students of Danville teacher and alum Chester Farrow, the official scorekeeper for the Oakland A’s since 1969, will help him produce his annual "Rock & Roll Recital" show at the Village Theatre in Danville. Oakland Tribune 5/11/08
Richard DeLeon, professor emeritus of political science, comments on the progressives' drive to win a majority of seats on San Francisco's Democratic County Central Committee. San Francisco Chronicle 05/11/08
The SF State student strike is remembered as one aspect of the global unrest in 1968. Guardian (UK) 5/11/08
Amer Araim, instructor of political science, writes about Israel’s 60th anniversary. Contra Costa County Times 5/9/08
Alum David Reber is a candidate for a seat in Sonoma’s 1st Supervisorial District. Sonoma News 5/9/08
Alum Blair Winn was appointed the new director of development for the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Art Daily 5/09/08
Alum Jet Scott speaks of the importance of SF State to the development of his interests in music and his career. San Francisco Bay Guardian 5/9/08
Afro-Cuban dance music master Cachao is profiled in a film produced by San Francisco State faculty and students. Variety 5/8/08
Robert Campbell launched his career as an aerial photographer by studying photography at SF State. Marin Independent Journal 5/8/08
Alum Nic Freitas has been named executive director of the Stanislaus Pride Center Inc. Bay Area Reporter 5/8/08
Associate Professor of Creative Writing Toni Mirosevich is featured. Pacifica Tribune 5/7/08
Alum Tom Minshew reflects on his first year as principal at Terra Nova High School near Pacifica. Pacifica Tribune 5/7/08
Biology Professor Tom Parker and Biology Lecturer Mike Vasey helped identify the rare Manzanita plants growing at a home in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 5/7/08
Joseph L. White is named SF State Alumnus of the Year. The City Star 05/7/08
Current student Toyia Copeland has benefited from philanthropist Bernard Osher’s generosity. Sacramento Bee 5/7/08
Students are expected to campaign against budget cuts on Thursday. Tri-Valley Herald 5/6/08
Dina Ibrahim, assistant professor of broadcast and electronic communication arts, remarks on some effective, yet unconventional, methods for encouraging people to vote. Contra Costa Times 5/6/08
A former student pleads guilty of fraud selling musical instruments. San Jose Mercury News 5/7/08; San Francisco Chronicle 5/6/08
Professor of Psychology David Matsumoto says that humans, not technology, make the foundation for any successful business. Herald Sun (Australia) 5/5/08; The Daily Telegraph (Australia) 5/5/08
Caitlyn Ryan, director of adolescent health initiatives at the Cesar Chavez Institute, says the Internet is helping the current generation of young people form their self-identity. Edge (Boston) 5/4/08
Gretchen LeBuhn, associate professor of biology, has enlisted 23,000 gardeners from all 50 states and all Canadian provinces to take part in the Great Sunflower Project. Vermont Sunday Magazine 5/4/08
Alum Michelle Halsings and her husband, both criminalists, helps close unsolved cases throughout the state. Marin Independent Journal 5/4/08
Referred to as an HR guru, Professor of Management John Sullivan says star employees won’t work for poor leaders. The Guardian (UK) 5/3/08
Alum Maha Al-Ghunaim, ranked by Forbes as number 72 of the world’s most powerful women, is offering shares of her investment bank to Western investors. Forbes 5/2/08
Students staged a walk-out to protest state budget cuts and immigrants’ rights. San Francisco Chronicle 5/2/08
Alumna Helen Intintoli will lead the the Solano Choral Society in a performance next Wednesday. The Reporter 5/2/08
CSU students urge legislators to reconsider budget cuts. KPIX 5/1/08
Graduate engineering student Salam Hassan comments on the plight of disabled people in Iraq. San Francisco Chronicle 5/1/08
April
An SF State student faces legal trouble for downloading and sharing music without properly paying for it. ABC7News 4/30/08
Jan Null, adjunct professor of meteorology, comments on the deaths of children due to hyperthermia. The Salt Lake Tribune 4/30/08; Deseret News 4/30/08; The Roanoke Times 4/29/08
Journalism student James Lee is back in Iraq as an embedded photographer after serving two tours of duty as a Marine. Democracy Now! 4/30/08
The documentary, "Cachao: Uno Más," produced by faculty and students, premiered at the San Francisco International Film Festival. San Francisco Chronicle 4/30/08
Urban Studies Professor Raquel Pinderhughes discusses her green jobs training model which is being implemented in Oakland this year. The American Prospect 04/24/08
The film "Cachao: Uno Mas," which was produced in conjunction with the SF State Documentary Film Institute, premieres at the 51st San Francisco International Film Festival. KTVU 4/29/08
Jules Tygiel, baseball historian and professor of history, comments on the legacy of Barry Bonds. Wall Street Journal 4/28/08
Students protest lawmaker's proposed beer tax. Appeal Democrat 4/29/08; Red Bluff Daily News 4/28/08; San Francisco Chronicle 4/26/08
Alum Ted Crotwell is appointed an investment advisor with Bay Federal Credit Union. Santa Cruz Sentinel 4/28/08
Research by Raquel Pinderhughes, professor of urban studies, is referenced in an opinion piece about preparing future generations of workers. San Jose Mercury News 4/27/08
Raquel Pinderhughes, professor of urban studies, shared her research on green collar jobs at a roundtable in Philadelphia. Philadelphia Tribune 4/27/08
Alum Danny Glover discusses his new film, Honeydripper. The Times (UK) 4/25/08
First Baseman Jordanna Freemer is profiled. San Francisco Examiner 4/25/08
Alum Matteo Rizzo is set to become the next superintendent of the Jefferson Elementary School District in Oakland. Oakland Tribune 4/25/08
Alum Linda Patterson’s landscape paintings are on display at the Portola Art Gallery. Contra Costa Times 4/25/08
Professor of Political Science Amita Shastri is a member of the board of directors for International Centre for Ethnic Studies. The Daily Mirror (Sri Lanka) 4/25/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman offers his take on the election. Contra Costa Times 04/24/2008
Alum Bob Ghiorzi offers musical opportunities to children of the LGBT community. The Bay Area Reporter 4/24/08
San Francisco State’s Great Sunflower Project will be featured at this weekend’s Bug Day celebration. San Francisco Chronicle 4/24/08
Joseph Tuman, professor of communication studies, discusses the results of the Pennsylvania presidential primary. KQED Forum 04/23/08
A news article about deaths of young children left unattended in cars cites an SF State study. The Sand Mountain Reporter 4/23/08
The 1968 student strike is listed among the world’s historic events of that time. The Community Times (Baltimore, MD) 4/23/08
Professor Michael Musheno, chair of criminal justices studies, is interviewed about his new book, "Deployed: How Reservists Bear the Burden of Iraq." Inside Higher Ed 4/23/08
James Wiley, professor of sociology and director of the Public Research Institute, comments on a recent study that finds a reduced life expectancy for a large number of Americans. The Seattle Times 4/22/08
Dance Professor Albirda Rose wins a Jefferson Award. S.F. Bay View 4/2108
Professor of Urban Studies Raquel Pinderhughes says the majority of "green-collar" workers can learn skills through on-the-job training. LA Daily News 4/22/08
SF State students were among the 1,500 from across the CSU who protested proposed budget cuts in Sacramento. San Francisco Chronicle 4/22/08
Alum Lindsay Heller has put her psychology degree to work as the "nanny doctor." San Francisco Chronicle 4/20/08
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the Community Arts and Education Program was conceived by SF State faculty and students. San Francisco Chronicle 4/21/08
Melissa Camacho, associate professor of broadcasting, comments on the media’s stereotype of a “soccer mom.” The Times-Picayune (New Orleans) 4/21/08
Urban Studies Professor Raquel Pinderhughes says green collar jobs benefit the local community. San Jose Mercury News 4/20/08; Contra Costa Times 4/20/08; Oakland Tribune 4/20/08
Alum Jim Fitzpatrick is living his dream as the general manager of the San Francisco Bay Bombers roller derby team. San Mateo Daily Journal 4/18/08
Financial Aid Director Barbara Hubler says direct loan schools such as SF State have yet to feel the impact of the credit crunch. San Francisco Chronicle 4/18/08
Alum Mardy Stevens' work fighting for equity is profiled. The Oregonian 4/17/08
Assistant Professor of Management Mitchell Marks comments on what happens when a relationship with a business mentor goes astray. Wall Street Journal 4/16/08
New waves in waterbed design are improving upon the design of SF State alum Charles Hall who invented the bed in 1967. Colorado Springs Gazette 4/16/08
Urban Studies Professor Raquel Pinderhughes discusses the benefits of green collar jobs to low-income workers. Oakland Tribune 4/8/08
Assistant Professor of Cinema Weimin Zhang 's work filming the official Olympic documentary is featured. San Francisco Chronicle 4/16/08
Alum Angela Cadelago is the lead in the Berkeley Opera's presentation of "Elixir of Love." Napa Valley Register 4/16/08
Alums Bela and Mimi Vadasz have turned their love of adventure into an internationally known backcountry skiing business. Reno Journal Gazette 4/15/08
Alums Philip Schultz and Jose Vargas were honored last week with Pulitzer Prizes. San Francisco Chronicle 4/15/08
Alum and Washington Post reporter Jose Vargas won a Pulitzer Prize for his reporting following the shootings at Virginia Tech. Mountain View Voice 4/14/08
Professor of Marketing Subdoh Bhat comments on Ikea's success at selling products that few people can pronounce. NPR 4/14/08
Professor of History Jules Tygiel comments on the 50th anniversary of the Giants moving to San Francisco. KQED Forum 4/11/08
"Cachao: Uno Mas," a documentary by the International Center for the Arts at SF State, will premiere April 28 at the San Francisco Film Festival. SF360 4/14/08
Gary Selnow, director of WiRED at SF State, discusses the relationship between socio-economic status and Internet connectivity. San Francisco Examiner 4/14/08
Alum and filmmaker Alka Raghuram, selected to participate in the Tribeca Film Institute's All Access program, is featured. San Mateo Daily Journal 4/14/08
Professor of Secondary Education Mark Phillips discusses the need for school psychologists. Marin Independent Journal 4/14/08
Assistant Professor of American Indian Studies Robert Collins talks about the newly formed Native American and Indigenous Studies Association. Diverse 4/14/08
The world's longest-running online camera is operated on an SF State building and hosted at www.fogcam.org Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 4/13/08
Student Chris Gembinski campaigned to go to Denver as a delegate at the Democratic National Convention. San Francisco Chronicle 4/13/08
"Cachao: Uno Mas," the first production of SF State's Documentary Film Institute, is featured. San Francisco Chronicle 4/12/08
Alum Dan Young, a co-founder of the Surfrider Foundation and the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, is featured. San Jose Mercury News 4/13/08
Associate Professor of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Miriam Smith says, "While the First Amendment protects not only one's right to say what he or she has to say, it also protects one from being required to say something." Washington Independent 3/31/08
Alum Arthur Dong’s lively new documentary spans the history of the overlooked Chinese-American contribution to film. San Francisco Examiner 4/11/08
Lucia Mar school board in San Luis Obispo is set to hire alum Jim Hogeboom to lead the South County school district. San Luis Obispo Tribune 4/11/08
The Symphony of Southeast Texas finishes its music director search with a performance by its final candidate, alum Wes Kenney. Orange County News 4/11/08
Alumni Reno Taini and Chris Wemmer catch pictures of wild animals with strategically placed cameras. Christian Science Monitor 4/10/08
Longtime KTVU news anchor and reporter Frank Somerville, who graduated with a bachelor's degree in broadcast communications arts, will now co-anchor the coveted 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts. San Francisco Chronicle 4/10/08
In a letter to the editor, Marshall Windmiller, professor emeritus of international relations, writes about the role of the Olympics in international relations with China. San Francisco Chronicle 4/10/08
SF State Director of Government Relations Lisbet Sunshine will run the Olympic Marathon Trials in Boston. Runner’s World 4/9/08
Gretchen LeBuhn, an assistant professor of biology, is looking for bee watchers to count bees that pollinate local sunflower plants. The Seattle Post Intelligencer 4/9/08
Associate Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn seeks help from the public to track bees by planting sunflowers. Seattle Times 4/9/08
Alum Mary Mullen was promoted to vice president of development for the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Monterey Bay Herald 4/9/08
Graeme Boushey, assistant professor of political science, remarks on the challenges facing Jackie Speier as she replaces Rep. Tom Lantos in the House of Representatives. San Francisco Examiner 4/9/08
David Lee, lecturer in political science, said that on the whole, Chinese-Americans feel a sense of pride that the Beijing Olympics chose San Francisco as the only relay site in North America. San Diego Union-Tribune 4/8/08; The Sun (UK) 4/9/08; Deseret Morning News 4/9/08
Alum Willie Brown’s book is reviewed. The Weekly Standard 4/14/08 (subscription required)
Alum Robert McDaniels will carry the Olympic torch during its route through San Francisco. Vallejo Times-Herald 4/8/08; Contra Costa Times 4/8/08; San Francisco Chronicle 4/4/08
A new book by Michael Musheno, a professor of criminal justice studies, focuses on the "citizen-soldiers" of the Army Reserves. Chronicle of Higher Education 4/11/08 (subscription required)
Political Science Lecturer David Lee views the protests of the Olympic torch as an unwanted distraction. San Francisco Chronicle 4/7/08
Read this story on Whirlwind RoughRider, a design from SF State's Whirlwind Wheelchairs, featured in a new exhibition at the Science Museum in London. The Guardian (UK) 4/7/08
Student Justin Maxon was chosen as the student photographer of the year by the San Francisco Bay Area Press Photographers Association. San Jose Mercury News 4/6/08; San Francisco Examiner 4/7/08
Assistant Professor of Cinema Weimin Zhang will lead a team that will film the Olympic torch when it passes through San Francisco on April 9. AsianWeek 4/5/08
Jack Brewer, director of the career center, commented that employers are still hiring in the areas of computer science, accounting and engineering. ABC7 News 4/4/08
Associate Professor of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Melissa Camacho comments on the image of the "soccer mom" in the media. The Star-Ledger 4/3/08
Alum Carter B. Smith is featured in this question and answer session. San Francisco Chronicle 4/4/08
"Cachao: Uno Mas," a documentary about the late "mambo titan" Israel "Cachao" Lopez that was produced by SF State's Doc Film Institute, will be shown at the San Francisco International Film Festival. The Argus 4/4/08
Assistant Professor of International Relations Andrei Tsygankov discusses the use of "Russophobia" in the U.S. presidential elections. St. Petersburg (Russia) Times 4/4/08
SF State students discuss issues of privacy in regard to social networking Web sites. NPR: All Things Considered