SF State in the News 2012
A selection of recent stories about the San Francisco State University community that have appeared in the media.
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February
Associate Professor of Management Sally Baack comments on the possibility of Facebook entering the Chinese market and complying with censorship laws. USA Today 2/7/12
A memorial will be held for alum Garret Davis, a Honolulu police officer who died in a traffic accident last month. San Francisco Chronicle 2/7/12 ; KCRA 3 TV 2/7/12 ; San Jose Mercury News 2/7/12
Alum Andres Ripa is featured in a story about Latinos making a comeback in the job market. NBC San Diego 2/7/12
Assistant Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management Sybil Yang disproves the theory that diners naturally look toward a “sweet spot” on restaurant menus. Gizmodo UK 2/7/12
San Francisco Supervisor Scott Wiener has proposed to start allowing food trucks at SF State and other college and medical campuses. San Francisco Appeal 2/7/12 ; San Francisco Examiner 2/7/12
The photography of former professor Jack Welpott will be featured in an exhibit at the University of Arizona. Art Daily 2/7/12
An alumna and Redwood City teacher is accused of abusing her students. San Francisco Examiner 2/6/12
Assistant Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management Sybil Yang disproves the theory that diners naturally look toward a “sweet spot” on restaurant menus. Gizmodo 2/7/12 ; Nation’s Restaurant News 2/6/12
SF State students discuss the increasing cost and burden of buying textbooks for their classes. San Francisco Examiner 2/6/12
Associate Professor of Computer Science Rahul Singh will speak at Sonoma State University about tropical diseases. The Press Democrat 2/6/12
SF State researchers have released an iPhone app that provides live readings and projections of tides in the Bay. Marin Independent Journal 2/5/12
“Winds of the South,” a novel by alum Ben Walker about the antebellum south, is reviewed. The Frederick News Post 2/5/12
Alumna and veteran newscaster Kimberly Hunt has become co-anchor of a San Diego, Calif. television news station. 10 News 2/5/12
Assistant Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management Sybil Yang disproves the theory that diners naturally look toward a “sweet spot” on restaurant menus. The Daily Meal 2/4/12
Student Chris Carson won a citizen journalism award for his dissection of Newt Gingrich’s campaign. Allvoices 2/3/12
Alum Mukesh Nath is pursuing a semi-pro soccer career after recently retiring from his job as a San Mateo County Sheriff. San Francisco Examiner 2/3/12
Professor of International Relations Andrei P. Tsygankov writes about the United States’ influence in Russia’s upcoming presidential elections. Russia Profile 2/3/12
Associate Professor of Management Sally Baack comments on Donald Trump’s decision to endorse Mitt Romney. San Francisco Chronicle 2/3/12
A student who participated in the Occupy Oakland protests last weekend is barred from entering downtown Oakland locations. San Francisco Chronicle 2/3/12
Assistant Professor of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Melissa Camacho comments on the role of “waitress moms” – working class women struggling to provide for their families – in the upcoming election. San Francisco Chronicle 2/2/12
SF State police officers will set up a DUI checkpoint on Super Bowl Sunday. San Francisco Appeal 2/2/12
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. Southwest Farm Press 2/2/12
Assistant Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management Sybil Yang disproves the theory that diners naturally look toward a “sweet spot” on restaurant menus. Daily Mail UK 2/2/12 ; Eater 2/2/12 ; Discovery News 2/2/12 ; Truthdive 2/2/12 ; Science Codex 2/1/12
Alum John Burton, Chairman of the California Democratic Party, is profiled. Sacramento News & Review 2/2/12
Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, will give the keynote address at a conference in Ukiah, Calif. supporting LGBT youth. Ukiah Daily Journal 2/2/12
Alumna Juliene Malecot, a librarian in Corona, Calif., is profiled. The Press-Enterprise 2/1/12
Alumna Gretchen Boyum, who manages the Kaddatz art gallery in Fergus Falls, Minn., is profiled. The Fergus Falls Daily Journal 2/1/12
Dee Spencer, chair of the School of Music and Dance, comments on the influence of Don Cornelius, the host of the television show “Soul Train” who passed away Tuesday. KTVU.com 2/1/12
Alum and actor Danny Glover will discuss his activism at the University of Central Arkansas. Log Cabin Democrat 2/1/12
Alum Joe Louis Walker, a popular blues guitarist who recently released a new album, is profiled. Wall Street Journal 2/1/12
Katherine Kim, professor in residence at the Health Equity Institute, has published a study about “e-patients,” who use technology to become involved in their health care. Medical Xpress 2/1/12
Alum and actor Danny Glover will speak at Jefferson Community College in Upstate New York about his activism. Watertown Daily Times 2/1/12
January
Rashmi Gupta, assistant professor in the School of Social Work, has released a new study on changes to elderly care in India. India Currents 1/31/12
This feature on lesbian-friendly cities mentions SF State. Jezebel 1/31/12
A new album by Santos Perdidos, an acoustic Latin band whose members met in SF State’s Afro-Cuban Ensemble, is reviewed. Mission Local 1/31/12
A Cal State Long Beach student won an award named after former SF State professor Don Eden, who pioneered research in the field of biotechnology. The Long Beach Post 1/31/12
Alum Robert W. Heagy Jr. writes about federal spending and the deficit in an op-ed piece. The Daily Journal 1/31/12
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. Western Farm Press 1/31/12
Assistant Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell finds that people who spend money on experiences are happier than people who spend money on possessions. DailyRX 1/30/12
Associate Professor of History Trevor Getz’s graphic novel, titled “Abina and the Important Men,” is reviewed. Library Journal 1/30/12
Assistant Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell finds that people who spend money on experiences are happier than people who spend money on possessions. The Deccan Chronicle 1/30/12 ; The Times of India 1/29/12 ; News Track India 1/27/12
Alum and acclaimed fiction writer Daniel Orozco has published his first book of short stories. The Millions 1/30/12
Alum and filmmaker Edward Everett is mentioned in a profile of his mother Minne Cruise, also an award-winning filmmaker. The Philippine Daily Inquirer 1/30/12
SF State will participate in the World Education Fair, an event in India introducing students to international universities. The Times of India 1/30/12
Professor Emeritus of Biology Jan Randall comments on a list of Colorado wildlife that are at risk due to oil and gas development. The Durango Herald 1/29/12
Alum Garret Davis, a Honolulu police officer, was mourned after a fatal traffic accident last week. The San Francisco Chronicle 1/29/12
The band “The Sunset Warriors,” started by an SF State alum, played recently in Gilroy. The Gilroy Dispatch 1/28/12
The Cesar Chavez Student Center Art Gallery is hosting an exhibit of local street art. SFist 1/27/12
Student Amanda Gomez won the grand prize on the reality television show “Fear Factor.” SF Bay 1/27/12
Alum Mike Givens is starting his first year as coach of the Menlo College softball team. Palo Alto Online 1/27/12
Assistant Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell finds that people who spend money on experiences are happier than people who spend money on possessions. Psych Central 1/27/12 ; Truthdive 1/27/12 ; Medical Express 1/26/12
Alum Joe Carnahan co-wrote and directed the new movie “The Grey.” San Francisco Examiner 1/27/12
Alumna Nancy Sheehan will become director of the Oregon Educational Association after serving in a New Mexico chapter of the National Education Association. The Daily Times, Farmington, NM 1/27/12
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith comments on how events of the Republican Primary could boost President Obama’s chances at re-election. BET 1/26/12
SF State’s Sexuality Studies program is mentioned as one of few in the nation. Alameda Times-Star 1/26/12
Alumna Lisa Bakamis, who recently started her own interior design company, is profiled. The San Francisco Chronicle 1/26/12
Alum Tyler Nansen will present his ceramic sculptures as part of the Sonoma Community Center’s artist in residence program. SonomaNews.com 1/26/12
John Logan, director of labor studies, published a report about poor working conditions for bus drivers at a transit company. The Sacramento Bee 1/26/12
Associate Professor of Mathematics Mariel Vazquez is honored as an “Emerging Scholar” by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education magazine. Diverse 1/25/12
The Cesar Chavez Student Center Art Gallery is hosting an exhibit of local street art. San Francisco Chronicle 1/26/12
The search for a new president at SF State may be affected by California State University officials’ decision to cap presidential pay. The San Francisco Chronicle 1/26/12
Professor of Secondary Education Mark Phillips comments on a Florida plan that would allow parents to take over underperforming schools. The Orlando Sentinel 1/26/12
SF State researchers have released an iPhone app that provides live readings and projections of tides in the Bay. The San Francisco Examiner 1/25/12 ; Sailing Anarchy 1/25/12
Professor Emeritus of Biology Jan Randall comments on a list of Colorado wildlife that are at risk due to oil and gas development. The Fowler Tribune 1/25/12
Assistant Professor of Communication Studies Amy Kilgard comments on a jobseeker’s decision to take out a full-page newspaper ad to showcase his resume. The Half Moon Bay Review 1/25/12
Alumnus and former SF State administrator Leroy Morishita has been named president of California State University East Bay. San Jose Mercury News 1/25/12 ; San Jose Mercury News 1/25/12 ; San Francisco Business Times 1/25/12
SF State’s plans for the new Mashouf Performing Arts Center are outlined. San Francisco Magazine 1/24/12
Political Science Lecturer David Lee comments on Chinese New Year and San Francisco’s Chinese community. ABC 7 TV 1/24/12
Alum and actor Danny Glover will speak at the University of Florida about his career and activism. The Gainesville Sun 1/24/12
The pending presidential search at SF State is referenced in an article about a proposed salary cap on California State University presidents. The San Francisco Chronicle 1/24/12
Professor of Management John Sullivan says that at large companies, half of all job applicants’ resumes are screened out automatically by computer systems. Wall Street Journal 1/24/12
Alum Richard Schmitt has written a book about how to finance retirement plans. The Sun-Herald 1/24/12
Jonathan Lee, Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies, is interviewed about Chinese New Year. NPR 1/23/12
Art Professor Lewis DeSoto will show his Cahuilla Indian art at an exhibit in Riverside. Inland SoCal 1/24/12
Alumna Mary Schmidt was able to save her family’s home from foreclosure after her letter to Bank of America went viral online. The Huffington Post 1/23/12 ; SFist 1/23/12
Assistant Professor of Biology Vance Vredenburg discusses a project that uses social media to catalog and protect endangered amphibian species. The Bay Citizen 1/23/12
Students participated in the “Occupy Wall Street West” protests Friday. SF Bay Area Independent Media Center 1/23/12
Assistant Professor of Biology Vance Vredenburg discusses a project that uses social media to catalog and protect endangered amphibian species. Audubon Magazine 1/23/12
Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell’s research on happiness is featured in an article about the cost of climbing Mount Everest. TIME 1/23/12
An exhibit at the de Young Museum featuring sculptures by former SF State professor Stephen De Staebler is reviewed. Berkeleyside 1/23/12
A former student who was arrested for embezzlement is mentioned in an article about a San Francisco prosecutor. The San Francisco Chronicle 1/23/12
The 14L Muni bus line will soon be extended to Daly City BART, in part to better serve SF State students. The San Francisco Chronicle 1/23/12
SF State’s Community Service Learning Project is involved in efforts by an Occupy movement protestor to educate borrowers about loans. Asia Times 1/23/12
Alum Vince Rios, a veteran who lost a leg in Vietnam and who often speaks with veterans of current wars, is profiled. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram 1/22/12
Alumna Gerta Keller, a geologist at Princeton University, discusses her controversial theory on the extinction of dinosaurs. NYU Science Line 1/22/12
SF State’s MBA program is named one of the best in the Bay Area by the San Francisco Business Times. San Francisco Business Times 1/20/12
SF State students contributed research to a recently published book on media censorship. Global Research.ca 1/20/12 ; San Francisco Bay View 1/23/12
A study by Sociology Professor Allen LeBlanc finds that older gay men experience sexual minority related stress that can cause mental health problems. LGBT Nation 1/20/12
Lily Chen, director of the Professional Science Master’s program, is interviewed about the program’s success and students’ internship placements. San Francisco Business Times 1/20/12
Charles Egan, associate professor of foreign languages and literatures, will present his research on poems about the experiences of immigrants at Angel Island. Asia Society 1/20/12
Alum and former SF State football star Leon Feliciano talks about coaching football at Tomales High School. The Petaluma Argus-Courier 1/20/12
A study by Sociology Professor Allen LeBlanc finds that older gay men experience sexual minority related stress that can cause mental health problems. San Diego Gay and Lesbian News 1/20/12
A colleague of former SF State president S.I. Hayakawa describes their relationship in a recent journal article. San Francisco Chronicle 1/20/12
Students from SF State will participate in the large-scale Occupy protests in the Financial District on Friday. San Francisco Bay Guardian 1/19/12
Justin Beck, lecturer in the department of journalism, is providing live updates from the Occupy protests in the Financial District on Friday. SF Bay 1/20/12
The Hausmann String Quartet, which in 2009 received a prestigious fellowship at SF State’s International Center for the Arts, will perform at the University of Redlands. Highland Community News 1/19/12
Sokhom Mao, a former foster youth who participated in SF State’s Guardian Scholars Program, writes in an op-ed piece about how the program helped him graduate college. San Jose Mercury News 1/19/12
Alumna Caylia Chaiken has turned stories of her dating adventures into a one-woman stage show. J Weekly 1/19/12
Alum Chuck Schultz has produced a documentary about organic farmers struggling to preserve their farms. The San Francisco Chronicle 1/19/12
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. The Bellingham Herald 1/19/12
A man was shot in the leg on a street near the SF State campus on Wednesday. The San Francisco Appeal 1/19/12
Assistant Professor Dawn-Elissa Fischer and Lecturer Davey D. Cook, both of the Africana Studies Department, will speak at the University of Wisconsin Madison on using hip-hop culture to teach students. University of Wisconsin News 1/18/12
Alum and San Francisco Board of Supervisors member Eric Mar comments on a new appointment to the city’s Entertainment Commission. San Francisco Bay Guardian 1/18/12
The 14L Muni bus line will soon be extended to Daly City BART, in part to better serve SF State students. San Francisco Appeal 1/18/12
Alumna and Professor Emerita Kay Takeyama Dilena’s 2010 gift of $5 million to SF State is mentioned in a story about growing alumni donations across the California State University system. SCVNews.com 1/18/12
Student Alexandra Radford is featured in an article about sharing online passwords with friends or significant others. The New York Times 1/17/12
John Logan, director of labor studies, is interviewed about President Obama’s recent appointments to the National Labor Relations Board. The Nation 1/17/12
The Hausmann String Quartet, which in 2009 received a prestigious fellowship at SF State’s International Center for the Arts, will perform at the University of Redlands. The Press-Enterprise 1/17/12 ; The Contra Costa Times 1/17/12
Sokhom Mao, a former foster youth who participated in SF State’s Guardian Scholars Program, describes the leg-up the program gave him to graduate college. California Progress Report 1/17/12
Alum and Grammy-winning singer Johnny Mathis will perform in Santa Ynez. Santa Ynez Valley News 1/17/12
Alumna LaShay Morris spoke at a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration in Tracy. The Stockton Record 1/17/12; The Tracy Press 1/16/12
Alum Ernie Brill describes hearing Martin Luther King Jr.’s legendary “I Have a Dream” speech in Washington D.C. in 1963. The Daily New Hampshire Gazette 1/16/12
An exhibit of sculptures by former SF State professor Stephen De Staebler opened Saturday at the de Young Museum. The San Francisco Examiner 1/16/12
Alum Javier Jiménez is profiled in an article about the challenges of finding a job in higher education. The Chronicle of Higher Education 1/15/12 (subscription required)
Alum Joseph White was the keynote speaker at a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration at the University of Oregon. The Register-Guard 1/15/12
SF State researchers who named a fungus after SpongeBob SquarePants are mentioned in news of other unusual species namings. AllGov 1/14/12
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. The International Herald-Tribune 1/14/12
Alum Ron Rodgers is featured in a new compilation of public art in Fremont, California. San Jose Mercury News 1/13/12
Alumna Kim Addonizio, a Guggenheim Fellowship-winning poet and novelist, is profiled. The Sun-Sentinel 1/13/12
Alum James Mazzaferro is one of only two band directors in the nation to become a Bandworld Legion of Honor Laureate. Elk Grove Citizen 1/12/12
The Israeli Chamber Project, a chamber music group that performed at SF State last year, is profiled. J Weekly 1/12/12
A man was attacked on a street near the SF State campus in what police are investigating as a hate crime. Blast Magazine 1/12/12
Women’s basketball star Nicole Hicks was named SF State’s Female Athlete of the Week for the week of Jan. 9. The Santa Clarita Valley Signal 1/12/12
Alumna Barbara Palmer was named president of the Santa Cruz Association of Realtors. Santa Cruz Sentinel 1/12/12
A man was attacked on a street near the SF State campus in what police are investigating as a hate crime. Gayapolis 1/12/12 ; San Francisco Appeal 1/11/12 ; San Jose Mercury News 1/11/12 ; San Francisco Examiner 1/11/12; NBC Bay Area 1/11/12 ; KGO TV 1/11/12 ; The Bay Area Reporter 1/11/12
Nan Alamilla Boyd, chair of the Department of Women and Gender Studies, discussed a book on LGBT issues that she co-edited, at the American Historical Association conference in Chicago. Windy City Media Group 1/11/12
Political Science Professor Robert C. Smith comments on the portrayal of Mitt Romney as an out-of-touch businessman. BET 1/10/12
SF State’s Department of Child and Adolescent Development is praised in a review of innovative degree programs. San Francisco Bay Guardian 1/10/12
Assistant Professor of Urban Studies Jasper Rubin recently released a book detailing plans for San Francisco’s waterfront over time.. San Francisco Chronicle 1/11/12
Professor of Management Sally Baack comments on Mitt Romney’s business record. San Francisco Chronicle 1/11/12
Alumna Catherine Burton discusses her career as a managing partner of a company that processes and maps satellite images. Directions Magazine 1/11/12
SF State’s journalism department placed well in an intercollegiate photojournalism competition. SurfKY News Group 1/11/12
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. Biofortified 1/11/12; Environmental News Service 1/11/12; Huffington Post 1/10/12; Food Product Design 1/10/12; Wasau Daily Herald 1/7/12 ; San Francisco Examiner 1/5/12 ;WFPL News Louisville, KY 1/5/12 ; KION News Central Coast, CA 1/5/12; The Daily Activist 1/5/12
Christina Olague, named to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors on Sunday by Mayor Ed Lee, attended some classes at SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 1/10/12
Alumna Lórien Eck is showing her mixed media paintings at an exhibit in Laguna Niguel. Laguna Niguel Patch 1/10/12
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. NASDAQ 1/8/12 ; Delaware Online 1/8/12; BestWeekEver.TV 1/6/12
Alum Cassandra Huang, who recently opened a coffee shop in downtown Redwood City, is profiled. Redwood City Patch 1/9/12
Student Tejpal Dosanjh is mentioned in a story about his family’s observance of a Sikh holy teacher’s birthday. Marysville Appeal-Democrat 1/9/12
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. The Bend Bulletin 1/8/12; PolicyMic 1/8/12 ; Emirates 24/7 1/8/12; International Business Times UK 1/8/12 ; Minneapolis Star-Tribune 1/7/12 ; NPR 1/7/12; NPR 1/6/12; Sioux Falls Argus-Leader 1/6/12
Libset Sunshine, director of government relations at SF State, has run 21 marathons and will soon compete in the U.S. Olympic Trials. San Francisco Chronicle 1/8/12 ; Marin Independent-Journal 1/8/12
Journalism Professor Yvonne Daley has released a book of stories of Vermont residents affected by Tropical Storm Irene. Vermont Public Radio 1/7/12
Alum and California State Assembly member Sandre Swanson is mentioned in an article about California’s nation-leading number of legislators with college degrees. Piedmont Patch 1/7/12
SF State scientists discovered six new species of mushrooms in Brazil— all of which glow in the dark. The Guardian UK 1/7/12
At the swearing-in of San Francisco District Attorney George Gascón on Thursday, student Brandon Santiago spoke about his experiences dropping out of high school and struggling to get back on track before being accepted to SF State. Mission Local 1/6/12
Alum Herbito Grande is mentioned in an article about the Obama administration’s decision to let illegal immigrants wait in the United States while their green card paperwork is processed. San Jose Mercury News 1/6/12
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. KozMedia 1/6/12; NewsLite 1/6/12 ; Technorati 1/6/12; TIME 1/6/12; CTV 1/6/12; WGN Radio Chicago 1/6/12; KDRV TV Medford, OR 1/5/12; KIJK Magazine (Dutch) 1/5/12; Big Pond News 1/5/12; Weekly Alibi 1/4/12; Long Island Press 1/4/12; PhysOrg.com 1/3/12
A charity event will be held at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma to benefit alum John Cardinale, who is battling gastric cancer. Napa Valley Register 1/5/12
SF State President Robert Corrigan, who will retire at the end of the 2011-2012 school year, is mentioned in an article about a state bill proposing a salary cap for California State University presidents. San Francisco Chronicle 1/5/12
A birthday celebration at SF State for John Burton, founder of an organization helping homeless children, is mentioned by SF Chronicle columnist Leah Garchik. San Francisco Chronicle 1/5/12
A study by SF State researchers details the harsh challenges of Burmese refugees living in Oakland. East Bay Express 1/4/12
James Hirabayashi, former dean of ethnic studies, is writing a biography of his brother, civil rights icon Gordon Hirabayashi, who passed away Monday. Rafu Shimpo News 1/3/12.
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. Christian Science Monitor 1/5/12 ; KTVL Medford, OR; International Business Times 1/5/12 ; Digital Journal 1/5/12; Environmental News Network 1/5/12 ; Sydney Morning Herald 1/5/12; Western Farm Press 1/5/12; Discovery News 1/5/12; Southeast Missourian 1/5/12; Science Friday 1/5/12; International Business Times 1/5/12; Stuff New Zealand 1/5/12; CBC Radio 1/4/12; Middle East North Africa Financial Network 1/4/12; San Francisco Examiner 1/4/12; Newser 1/4/12; Albany Times-Union 1/4/12; Fox 40 Sacramento 1/4/12;
ABC News 1/4/12 ; 5min Media 1/4/12; IEWY News 1/4/12; ABC 40 Springfield, MA 1/4/12; USA Today 1/4/12; United Press International 1/4/12; Allvoices 1/4/12; RedOrbit.com 1/4/12; Decoded Science 1/4/12 ; San Leandro Patch 1/4/12; NBC Bay Area 1/4/12; Care2.com 1/4/12; Digtriad.com 1/4/12
SF State researchers release a groundbreaking study on “zombie bees” that could help explain diminishing honey bee populations. Agence France Press 1/4/12 ; Vallejo Times Herald 1/4/12 ; France 24 1/4/12 ; The Kalamazoo Gazette 1/4/12; The Telegraph 1/4/12 ; The Earth Times 1/4/12; The Inquisitr 1/4/12; ABC 7 TV 1/3/12 ; SF Bay 1/3/12 ; MSNBC.com 1/3/12 ; IO9 1/3/12; Daily Express 1/3/12 ; Daily Mirror 1/3/12; Allvoices 1/3/12; The Press Association 1/3/12; ; San Jose Mercury News 1/3/12 ; Contra Costa Times 1/3/12; LiveScience.com 1/3/12 ; Science Now 1/3/12 ; CBC news 1/3/12 ; New Scientist 1/3/12 ; Discover Magazine 1/3/12 ; Daily Mail 1/3/12 ; KFMY 1/3/12 ; Mother Nature Network 1/3/12 ; Daily Democrat 1/3/12 ; Oakland Tribune 1/3/12 ; Alameda Times Star 1/3/12 Contra Costa Times 1/3/12 ; Orville Mercury Register 1/3/12 ; Marin Independent Journal 1/3/12 ; The Scotsman 1/3/12 5; Santa Cruz Sentinel 1/3/12 ; KQED 1/3/12
The 1960s protests at SF State are mentioned in a review of a new book about the history of moderates in the Republican Party. The National Interest 1/4/12
Alum and Pulitzer Prize nominated novelist David Madden will speak in North Carolina about his writing. Smokey Mountain News 1/4/12
Alum Hoi M. Ko, a consultant in the aviation industry, has been named to
Stanford “Who’s Who,” a selective publication listing successful business professionals. International Business Times 1/4/12
Alum Moin Kahn has travelled across 17 countries on his motorcycle to project a “soft image” of his home country of Pakistan. MSN News 1/2/12; The Daily Times 1/1/12
Student Stephanie Melancon shares her New Year’s wishes. The Bakersfield Californian 1/1/12
Alum David Frias is interviewed about San Francisco’s new $10.24 minimum wage rate, now the highest in the nation. San Francisco Chronicle 1/1/12
Dean of Ethnic Studies Kenneth Monteiro comments on the influence of Marcus Books, co-owned by Raye Richardson, former chair of SF State’s black studies department. Los Angeles Times 1/1/12
