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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April
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 5/08/08
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 5/06/08
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
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
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
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 4/3/08
Guerilla playwright Terrence Beswick is working towards his master's in creative writing at SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 4/3/08
Gretchen LeBuhn, assistant professor of biology, is recruiting volunteers to plant sunflowers and count the bees that visit them. San Francisco Chronicle 4/2/08
Alum Bert Ladner prefers working in the service sector to pursuing a corporate career. San Francisco Bay Guardian 4/2/08
Joseph McBride, assistant professor of cinema at San Francisco State discussed how idealistic politicians have been depicted in film over the years. WNYC 4/1/08
Professor Jean-Marc Blanchard anticipates China’s reaction if there were an organized boycott of the Olympics. ABC7 News 4/1/08
Political Science Professor Robert C. Smith discusses conspiracy theories surrounding the death of Martin Luther King Jr. Birmingham News 4/1/08
March
Associate Professor of International Relations Jean-Marc Blanchard said a U.S. boycott of the Beijing Olympics would be a "real slap in the face," to China. ABC 7 News 3/31/08
Communication Studies Professor Joe Tuman said mainstream news Web sites are more authoritative than blogs in this election cycle. Houston Chronicle 3/31/08
Associate Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn is seeking help from gardeners for research on bees. Orlando Sentinel 3/31/08; Miami Herald 3/30/08
A new style of exercise helped English Lecturer Lyn Motai get through a battle with cancer. Marin Independent Journal 3/30/08
James Kass began the poetry non-profit Youth Speaks as a creative writing student at SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 3/30/08
Assistant Professor of History Dawn Mabalon, author of a new book about Stockton's Filipino community, discusses similarities between the Philippines- American War and the war in Iraq. Stockton Record 3/30/08
Professor of Music and Dance Albirda Rose-Eberhardt was awarded a Jefferson Award for her work with the Village Dancers, an SF State community service learning program she founded to help low-income children through dance. San Francisco Chronicle 3/30/08
A 2006 study by Associate Professor of Economics Philip King about a proposed Wal-Mart in Chico is cited. Chico Enterprise Record 3/30/08
Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, said many factors have caused the age of sexual identification to drop in the last few decades. Minneapolis Star Tribune 3/29/08; Washington Post 3/29/08
Alum Danny Glover earns praise for his human rights activism. The Virginia Pilot 3/28/08
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom reappointed alum Min Paek to the Taxi Commission. San Francisco Sentinel 3/26/08
John Sullivan, professor of management, says employers need to go out of their way to recruit “passive” or happily employed prospects. BusinessWeek 3/25/08
Rep. Tom Lantos, a professor emeritus of economics, is remembered at a memorial. San Francisco Examiner 3/27/08; San Mateo Times 3/27/08
The Chauncey Bailey Project, supported by SF State’s journalism program, won a prestigious award for investigative reporting. Oakland Tribune 3/26/08
Instructional Support Technician Martin Grantham offered some of the most striking specimens at the San Francisco Flower and Garden Show. San Francisco Chronicle 3/26/08
Alum Dan Golden designs rugs with a sardonic twist. San Francisco Chronicle 3/26/08
Alum Dana Carvey is interviewed about his life in Marin. The Press Democrat 3/26/08
Alum Jim Hogeboomis is a finalist for a school superintendent job in San Luis Obispo. Corvallis Gazette Times 3/26/08
James Brock, who earned his MBA at SF State, is the new dean of the business school at Pacific Lutheran University in Washington. The News Tribune 3/26/08
The late Israel "Cachao" Lopez is the subject of a new documentary produced by SF State’s International Center for the Arts. San Francisco Chronicle 3/25/08
Associate Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn recruits help counting bees. San Francisco Chronicle 3/22/08
CSU braces for budget cuts. San Francisco Examiner 3/24/08
Playwright, director and theatre arts lecturer Mark Jackson gives his take on the best hangouts in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 3/23/08
Professor of Secondary Education Mark Phillips examines the recent ruling by a state appeals court requiring parents who home school their children to have a teaching credential. Marin Independent Journal 3/23/08
Assistant Professor of Cinema Aaron Kerner comments on an exhibit by artist Katsushige Nakahashi. San Francisco Chronicle 3/23/08
Alum Gary Eisenberg discusses the impact of winning the Silver Knight in 1970, an award recognizing good citizenship and service to others. Miami Herald 3/22/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman comments on the invisible role of speechwriters in presidential campaigns. Denver Post 03/21/08
Alum Ben Fong-Torres recounts a recent Broadcast Electronic Communication Arts reunion. San Francisco Chronicle 3/21/08
Assistant Professor of Political Science Graeme Boushey comments on the political fallout surrounding State Sen. Carole Migden. Sacramento Bee 3/21/08
Urban Studies Professor Raquel Pinderhughes discusses her report on green collar jobs in relation to Berkeley's industrial zoning plans. Berkeley Daily Planet 03/21/08
The Great Sunflower Project at San Francisco State is soliciting help from "citizen scientists" to study bees. Sunset Magazine 3/20/08
Assistant Professor of Psychology Kate Hellenga, who has studied intimacy and online behavior, says instant trust via a blog or Facebook page can be misleading to people belonging to the "Look at Me Generation." Newsweek 3/24/08
Assistant Professor of Political Science Graeme Boushey said California voters have shown little tolerance in recent years for campaign finance violations. San Francisco Examiner 3/20/08
The College Republicans at SF State demonstrated support for the troops, as others protested the U.S.-led war in Iraq in San Francisco. Contra Costa Times 3/19/08
Assistant Professor of Cinema Weimin Zhang leads the only U.S.-based team that will help create the official documentary of the Olympics in Beijing. Ming Pao Daily News (in Chinese) 3/19/08
Alum James Kass discusses this weekend’s “Olympics-style” poetry competition which he created for teenagers while a graduate student at SF State. San Francisco Examiner 3/19/08
Alum Jim Hogeboom, who earned a master’s in education administration, is the top candidate for superintendent of the Lucia Mar school district near San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo Tribune 3/19/08
Political Science Professor Robert C. Smith comments on an apparent lack of financial support for Obama from the black corporate elite. Waterbury Republican American 3/19/08
Alum James Kass founded Youth Speaks and its poetry competition, or “poetry slam,” which will hold its final meeting this weekend at the San Francisco War Memorial Opera House. Contra Costa Times 3/17/08
Gretchen LeBuhn, associate professor of biology, enlists help from “citizen scientists” to collect data on bees, as detailed in this “3-Minute Interview.” San Francisco Examiner 3/15/08
Bay Area philanthropists Richard and Rhoda Goldman donate $3.75 million to establish an endowed professorship in Israel studies. The Jewish Daily Forward 3/06/08
Alum Frederic Jueneman , who graduated with a degree in music, calls for broad community support to build a performing arts center in Newark. Inside Bay Area 3/17/08
Alum Pearson Cross pursues his two loves, music and politics, and is just hitting his stride at 55. The Advocate (Louisiana) 3/17/08
Mark Phillips, professor of secondary education, discusses the lack of emphasis on education by the current presidential candidates. Marin Independent Journal 3/16/08
Columnist Michelle Malkin chronicles the “escalating war on army recruiters.” Detroit News 3/16/08
A profile of the Oakland Tribune’s new editor, Martin Reynolds, cites his work with SF State to mentor undergraduate and graduate journalism students. Alameda Times-Star 3/15/08
Toni Mirosevich, associate professor of creative writing, muses about what we may learn from our relationship with dogs. San Francisco Chronicle 3/14/08
Gretchen LeBuhn, associate professor of biology, seeks volunteers to plant sunflowers and collect data about the bees that pollinate them. The Almanac 3/14/08
Novelist Wendy Tokunaga, author of "Midori by Moonlight," says she became an avid "Japanophile" after taking Japanese classes at SF State. Japan Times 03/8/08
SF State will be among the hosts of the 42nd International Children's Games. Sun Herald (Miss.) 3/13/08
Professor of Economics Daniel Vencill discusses the soaring price of gold. ABC7 3/13/08
Raquel Pinderhughes, professor of urban studies, discusses the benefits of green collar jobs for workers from disadvantaged backgrounds. CityFlight 3/5/08
An editorial reflects upon the recently settled lawsuit as a civics lesson for CSU. San Francisco Chronicle 3/13/08
SF State is currently in third in the national 2007-08 Hearst Journalism Awards Program, which holds its final competition in May. Bowling Green Daily News 3/12/08
The Fresno Free College Foundation presented a gift of 40 radio programs to the Center for Modern Greek Studies. Fresno Bee 3/12/08
Two years later, the death of a man at Park Merced remains a mystery. San Francisco Bay Guardian 3/12/08
Carlos Davidson, director of the Environmental Studies Program, argues to protect an important habitat for both the San Francisco garter snake and the red-legged frog. Pacifica Tribune 3/12/08
The Iranian Culture Club kicks off its celebration of the Persian New Year, called Norouz. Fog City Journal 3/12/08
John Sullivan, professor of management, argues that many employees at Google are unconcerned about share prices because they are young and not near retirement age. Wired.com 3/11/08
Alum David Reber is running for First District Supervisor of Sonoma. Sonoma Index-Tribune 3/11/08
Alum Marc Barmuthi Joseph, who earned a master’s in education, uses words, movement and a fusion of music and projected images to tell an autobiographical story about race and identity. The Courier-Journal 3/11/08
The Afiara String Quartet will perform for Reno, Nev., schools this week, introducing hundreds of students to chamber music. Nevada Appeal 3/10/08
SF State is among colleges nationwide that have discontinued use of trays in dining halls. Chronicle of Higher Education 3/14/08 (subscription required)
There may be planets orbiting stars in the Alpha Centauri system, according to a new study coauthored by Assistant Professor of Astronomy Debra Fischer. Canada Free Press 3/11/08; Fox News 3/10/08; World Science 3/10/08
Alum Larry Sager, who used his experience as a San Francisco taxi driver to write a book, is featured. Bellingham Herald 3/9/08
The student conduct code and sexual harassment statement at SF State will be clarified, as part of a lawsuit settlement. San Francisco Chronicle 3/8/08
Fred Astren, director of Jewish Studies, describes how a new gift will help transform the program. J. 3/7/08; Jewish Journal of Greater Los Angeles 3/9/08
Music major Alina Musgrave received the first Vacaville Artist Achievement Award. The Reporter 3/8/08
After retiring from the San Francisco Ballet, Caroline Loyola earned her master’s in international relations at SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 3/8/08
Alum Mike Hicks shares some lessons from his work as resident bar manager of Otis. San Francisco Examiner 3/07/2008
Alum Peggy O’Kelly, founder and CEO of the St. Helena Olive Oil Co., talks about her company’s newest product. St. Helena Star 3/6/08
The San Francisco-based Center for Sex & Culture has a library that serves scholars from SF State and other universities. San Francisco Chronicle 3/6/08
Columnist describes “Criminal: Art and Criminal Justice in America” as an emotional exhibit. San Francisco Bay View 3/5/08
Actor and alum Danny Glover credits the civil rights movement for his successful acting career. Silicon Valley Metro 3/5/08
SF State students could benefit from the reorganization of Muni transportation routes. San Francisco Bay Guardian 3/5/08
Colleges and universities across the country, including SF State, are eliminating trays in cafeterias. U.S. News and World Reports 3/3/08
The Cal State University system’s revision of its conduct code will affect SF State. Chronicle of Higher Education; 3/4/08 Inside Higher Ed 3/3/08; San Jose Mercury News 3/3/08
SF State student Brandon Brown said, “sometimes it's now cheaper for me to fly than drive,” because of competing airlines at Los Angeles International Airport. Los Angeles Times 3/3/08
Alum Karla Gottlieb found her “activist thing” at SF State and now focuses on volunteerism as a profession. Miami Herald 3/3/2008
Alum Chris Silva was taught “every aspect of the theatre business” before graduating in 1972, making it possible for him to enjoy a successful career in the arts. Daily Freeman (New York) 3/3/2008
Alum and Professor Emeritus Frances Mayes, author of Under the Tuscan Sun, focuses on a new passion -- producing olive oil. The Toronto Star 3/3/2008
Alum Chris Lucido, now a resident in Vallejo, uses his marketing and people skills to help the Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Vallejo Times-Herald 3/3/2008
Major gift elevates Israel Studies to department status. KCBS 3/2/2008
New book describes the life of alum and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown. Pasadena Star-Times 3/2/2008
February
Alum Jonathan Overby hosts a world music show on Wisconsin Public Radio. The Capital Times (Wisc.) 2/29/08
Debra Fischer, professor of astronomy, looks for earth-like planets. New Scientist 2/29/2008
A $3.75 million grant from the Richard and Rhoda Goldman fund will allow SF State to elevate the Jewish Studies Program to Department status, and establish an endowed chair in Israel Studies. San Francisco Chronicle 2/29/08
Professor Emeritus of Political Science Rich DeLeon says Independent vice-presidential candidate Matt Gonzalez, “could serve an important function in framing the issues” in the 2008 presidential campaign. San Francisco Chronicle 2/29/08
Assistant Professor of Decision Sciences Vijay Mehrotra discusses morale issues in Sprint’s call centers. MSNBC 2/29/08
In a story about raising hens in cramped cages, it’s noted that schools such as SF State have moved away from purchasing eggs taken from caged hens. Fremont Argus 2/29/08
Alum Arne Johnson discusses the motivation behind his award-winning documentary “Girls Rock!” San Francisco Chronicle 2/29/08
Former SF State Dean of Graduate Studies Paul J. Fonteyn is named President of Green Mountain College. Burlington Free Press 2/29/08
Dina Ibrahim, assistant professor of broadcast and electronic communication arts, comments on “Islamaphobia.” San Francisco Chronicle 2/28/2008
A third suspect in the Diablo Valley grades-changing scandal is convicted and sentenced. San Francisco Chronicle 2/28/2008
SF State launches Hep B Free campaign. Asian Week 2/27/08
Using SF State as a backdrop, Gavin Newsom unveiled plan to reform Muni. San Francisco Chronicle 2/27/08
Alum Eddie Godshalk explains his algorithm for forecasting real estate pricing. San Jose Mercury News 2/27/08
Former Dance and Black Studies Lecturer Malonga Casquelourd is featured. San Francisco Chronicle 2/26/08
Architects unveil plans for new building that will be shared by both SF State and City College. Chronicle of Higher Education 2/26/08
Astronomy Professor Debra Fischer remarks on the diversity of planets. The Columbus Post Dispatch 2/26/08
John Handy launches an SF State jazz scholarship in his name. San Francisco Chronicle 2/25/08
SF State is among MBA programs leading a trend of focusing on emerging markets in developing countries. The Financial Times 2/25/08
David Xiques, assistant professor of music, conducted a chorus at the “Battle of the Bands,” a competition of SF public school musicians last weekend. San Francisco Chronicle 2/25/08
Alum Dave Sugars leaves his position as anchor/reporter at KCOY-TV to join the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department. Santa Maria Times 2/24/08
Jan Null, a professor of meteorology, says that relatively cool weather can still be dangerous for children left in a locked car. Palo Alto Daily News 2/24/08
San Francisco Tenants Union Executive Director Ted Gullicksen said Parkmerced housing could be affected by SF State development. CBS5 2/23/08
A professor from SF State is teaching robotics to children through the Coastside Community Schools Partnership. Half Moon Bay Review 2/21/08
Professor of Psychology David Matsumoto explains the influence of color on an athlete’s psyche. The Herald (Glasgow) 2/21/08
Alum Willie L. Brown discusses his political career, his new book and presidential candidate Barack Obama. NPR 2/20/08
A new book by Dawn Mabalon, professor of history, focuses on the lives of Filipinos in Stockon. Stockton Record 2/20/08
Planetary scientist Debra Fischer remarks on the diversity of planets. Christian Science Monitor 2/20/08
Justin LaneLunter, a graduate student in BECA, authored a column for a local paper in India explaining how US elections work. Nashik Daily 2/20/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman calls Barack Obama’s recent borrowed comments "a misrepresentation." The Baltimore Sun 2/19/08
Alumnus and jazz great Jerome Richardson is profiled for Black History Month. San Francisco Chronicle 2/19/08
College cafeterias look at ways to promote eco-friendly dining. San Diego Union-Tribune 2/19/08
Location is everything, says Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy Debra Fischer, on finding life-sustaining planets. Fox News 2/18/08
Alum Marilyn McAllister, who holds the record for the longest career at BART, retires this week. San Jose Mercury News 2/18/08
Alum Willie Brown says going into politics "was a natural" after his time at SF State. Sacramento Bee 2/18/08
Debra Fischer, assistant professor of physics and astronomy, comments on controversies about defining planets. Arizona Daily Star 2/18/08
A computer and industrial design course, organized by Martin Linder, associate professor of design and industry, is featured. San Francisco Chronicle 2/18/08
Joseph Tuman, professor of communications studies, explains how candidates' election campaigns are appealing to the middle class. La Crosse Tribune (Wisc.) 2/17/08
Student Rachel Bierach talks about the challenges of living with asthma. San Francisco Chronicle 2/17/08
SF Chamber of Commerce members received a copy of "Basic Brown," the biography of alum Willie L. Brown, to help promote the new Brown Center at SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 2/17/08
Among those protesting or supporting the U.S. Marine Corps recruiting center in Berkeley was student Leigh Wolf. Tri-Valley Herald 2/16/08
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom appoints alum Bruce Oka to the Municipal Transportation Commission and alum Sonia Melara to the Health Commission. San Francisco Sentinel 2/15/08
Art Department Gallery Director Mark Johnson was made a knight of Sweden, a title formally called Officer First Class of the Royal Order of the Polar Star. San Francisco Chronicle 2/15/08
Cynthia Gomez, health equity initiative director, was named to the state Public Health Advisory Committee by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. San Francisco Sentinel 2/15/08
Alum John Piazza, a teacher at St. Vincent de Paul High School, is co-author with Professor of Philosophy Jacob Needleman of “The Essential Marcus Aurelius.” Petaluma Courier 2/14/08
Alum and Theatre Arts Lecturer Mark Jackson’s world premiere of “Faust" will not close SF Playhouse’s season as planned, because of "artistic differences;" Jackson will direct “Don Juan” at SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 2/13/08
SF State starts a major in American Indian Studies. Inside Higher Ed 2/13/08
Alum Kelly Corrigan is author of the memoir, “The Middle Place.” Philadelphia Inquirer 2/13/08
Professor Emeritus Bill Mason talks about his former colleague, the late U.S. Rep. Tom Lantos. Oakland Tribune 2/12/08
At this year’s meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Engineering Lecturer David Calkins will introduce children to battling robots. Chronicle of Higher Education 2/15/08 (subscription required)
Student Jason Lee Jones announces his intention to run for the congressional seat held by U.S. Rep. Tom Lantos, D-San Mateo. San Mateo Daily Journal 2/12/08
Professor of Management Richard Castaldi comments on wine exporting. The Oregonian (Portland) 1/19/08
Rep. Tom Lantos, a professor emeritus of economics, dies at age 80. Half Moon Bay Review 2/14/08; New York Times 2/12/08; Contra Costa Times 2/12/08; NPR’s California Report 2/11/08; San Francisco Examiner 2/11/08; Los Angeles Times 2/11/08; Guardian (UK) 2/11/08; San Francisco Chronicle 2/11/08; Oakland Tribune 2/11/08; San Jose Mercury News 2/11/08
Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith comments on the departure
of Republican members of Congress. Miami
Herald 2/11/08; Raleigh News Observer 2/9/08
Pi-Ching Hsu, associate professor of history, comments on the appeal of celebrating Chinese New Year in Las Vegas. San Francisco Chronicle 2/10/08
Robert C. Smith, professor of political science, comments on the historical importance and symbolic value of a possible Obama presidency. Daytona Beach News Journal 2/10/08
In alum Willie Brown's new autobiography,"Basic Brown," the "living legend talks about his own experiences with insight and humor." Deseret News (Utah) 2/10/08
The parents of the late Lucian Gregg, who had been a student at SF State, make a plea for witnesses to his deadly accident to come forward. Santa Cruz Sentinel 2/8/09
Alum Mike Moran has been named the East Bay Regional Park District’s naturalist, assigned to conduct educational programs at regional parks in East County. Contra Costa Times 2/8/08
In this piece on the sudden closure of New College of California, it is explained that the Western Association of Schools and Colleges accredits the institution and such universities as SF State and UC Berkeley. ABC7 News 2/8/08
Denmark’s leading newspaper carries a feature on the super Tuesday primary analysis provided by the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, written by student Jakob Volver in Danish. Udland 2/6/08
Phil Klasky, lecturer in American Indian studies, says "Gambling has finally given many tribes the financial resources to help make up for the injustices they have suffered over the years, but there is some collateral damage too… .” San Francisco Chronicle 2/7/08
Alum Susan Hester was among hundreds who turned out to watch a screening of the documentary "The Times of Harvey Milk" and participate in a re-creation of a march and rally for the upcoming film "Milk." Contra Costa Times 2/7/08
Professor Emeritus of Political Science Rich DeLeon comments on voters’ regrets regarding use of absentee ballots. San Francisco Chronicle 2/7/08
Professor of Political Science David Tabb explains what a super delegate is. ABC7 News 2/6/08
Graeme Boushey, assistant professor of political science, says San Francisco’s influence on the presidential campaign is more symbolic than mathematical. San Francisco Examiner 2/6/08
The recent climate change teach-in at SF State, Focus the Nation, is featured. San Francisco Bay Guardian 2/6/08
Political science major Kenny Loui discusses his experience as an exchange student in Japan and the need for scholarships for international students. Asahi Shimbun 02/04/08
Student Andrew Cross shares his opinions on Democrats running in California’s presidential primary. Los Angeles Times 2/4/08
Student Andrea Deleon, a volunteer with San Francisco’s environment department, helps residents understand the usage of recycling bins. Vancouver Sun 2/4/08
Professor of Secondary Education Mark Phillips addresses some myths about teaching and education. Marin Independent Journal 2/4/08
Alum Andrew Craft was named photographer of the year by the North Carolina Press Photographers. Fayetteville Observer 2/4/08
SF State becomes the third CSU to offer a bachelor’s degree in American Indian Studies. Diverse.com 2/3/08
Christopher White, director of education and training at the National Sexuality Resource Center, comments on the “man crush” phenomenon. Chicago Tribune 2/3/08
Professor Emerita Ludmila Ershov talks about the future of the San Francisco Russian Festival. San Francisco Chronicle 2/3/08
"This is an extremely competitive election, and the fact that we're seeing supervisors and mayors getting involved is very much about campaign organizations that know every single vote will count," says Joe Tuman, professor of communication studies. Contra Costa Times 2/3/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman analyzes Republican campaign commercials. KCBS-AM 2/2/08
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom was among guest speakers scheduled for SF State's "Focus the Nation" teach-in. NBC11 2/1/08
January
Assistant Professor of Management Mitchell Marks contributes advice on trust and communication with a mentor. Wall Street Journal 1/31/08
Student Sokom Mau talks about the influence that Robert Jemerson, of the Independent Living Skills Program of Alameda County, has had on his life. CBS5 1/30/08
Alum Jeffrey Tambor says he used to go to musical theater classes at SF State and boo them, "And now I should actually boo myself, because I love musical comedy." Tavis Smiley Show (PBS) 1/30/08
Alum Tom Martinez, College of San Mateo coach, will watch his prize pupil Tom Brady in Sunday's Super Bowl. San Mateo Times 1/30/08
Alum Amy Andre, co-author of a new study on bisexuality, comments on bisexuality and women. Miami Herald 1/30/08
Berkeley business owner Maureen O'Neill said studying at SF State opened her eyes to sustainability issues. San Francisco Chronicle 1/30/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman discusses President Bush's final State of the Union address. KQED Forum 01/29/2008.
Alum Lee Gilbert, founder of CycleAware bike helmet mirrors, is among 10 women selected for the "Make Mine a Million $ Business" award, a program to boost female entrepreneurship. Santa Cruz Sentinel 1/29/08
Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman is featured in a “3-Minute Interview.” San Francisco Examiner 1/28/08
Alum Gerta Keller, the paleontologist and Princeton professor who “has been the leading critic of the established theory of dinosaur extinction,” is featured. Newark Star-Ledger 1/27/08
Alum Natalie Batista, recreation coordinator assistant with the Beaumont-Cherry Valley Recreation and Park District, is featured. Santa Rosa Press Enterprise 1/27/08
Alum Patrick S. Garman has been named administrator of the Spartan Health Surgicenter. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1/27/08
Alum Andrea Coleman has been named president and CEO of Trinity Regional Health System. Des Moines Register 1/26/08; Quad-City Times 1/26/08
Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith comments on the usefulness of multiple trips to conferences by Oakland Mayor Ron Dellums and staff. Oakland Tribune 1/25/08
Aaron Kerner, assistant professor of cinema, comments on “Katsushige Nakahashi: The Depth of Memory," an exhibition of which he is co-curator. Nichi Bei Times 1/25/08
Commenting on the first manmade copy of a bacteria genome, assistant professor of bioinformatics Christopher D. Smith says, "The idea here is that you're not just copying DNA from cell to cell, you are copying synthetic DNA from a machine into a cell." KGO-TV 1/24/08
Alum Kenneth Tin-Kin Hung’s polar bear cartoon "Gas Zappers," was among Bay Area films at this year's Sundance Film Festival. San Francisco Chronicle 1/25/08
Professor of Urban Studies Raquel Pinderhughes' new study says 22 sectors of the economy already involve green-collar jobs. Christian Science Monitor 1/24/08
CSU
Trustees revised the student conduct code governing SF State and all system
campuses,
making it clear that students cannot be punished
for being "uncivil."
San
Diego Union Tribune 1/24/08
Lawmakers question whether wealthy institutions are doing enough to help low-income students, such as the many at schools like SF State who rely on Pell Grants to fund their educations. San Francisco Chronicle 1/24/08
A flag that flew over Alcatraz during the 1969 American Indian occupation -- led by former SF State student Richard Oakes -- is being sold. San Francisco Chronicle 1/24/08
SF State alumnus and actor Danny Glover formally endorsed Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards in South Carolina. The Times and Democrat 1/24/08
Former SF State Athletic Director Bill Partlow is happy coaching a North Carolina high school girls basketball team. Charlotte Observer 1/24/08
Student
Adelaide Nzeusseu’s path to buying a home is featured.
San
Jose Mercury News 1/23/08; Oakland
Tribune 1/23/08; Contra
Costa Times 1/22/08
In this
letter to the editor (4th item) concerning development planned for
Parkmerced, the writer says the newspaper failed to address the cumulative
impact on the area of developments at SF State, 800 Brotherhood Way and
Cambon Drive.
San
Francisco Chronicle 1/23/08
NPR's Tony Cox talks
with Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith about presidential
candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
NPR
News & Notes 1/22/08
Professor of Urban
Studies Raquel Pinderhughes, in unveiling her report on green collar
jobs, says, "The study shows that green collar jobs
are worth fighting for."
ABC7
News 1/22/08
The San
Francisco Planning Commission unanimously approved a mixed-use development
project
for 55 Laguna, the former home of SF State.
Berkeley
Daily Planet 1/22/08
The writer of this letter to the editor says that, some of the floors in Parkmerced Towers “have become extensions of the S. F. State dorms.” San Francisco Chronicle 1/22/08
In this
opinion piece, Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith addresses
his attempts to examine records that could reveal why President
Ronald Reagan changed his mind about opposing a national holiday to honor
Martin Luther King Jr.
San
Francisco Chronicle 1/21/08
Among extensive renovations planned for neighboring Parkmerced housing is development of a "green parkway" connecting to SF State’s open space on one end and Lake Merced on the other. San Francisco Chronicle 1/21/08
CSU trustees to consider a revision to the student conduct code governing SF State and all system campuses that includes an expectation that students be “civil.” San Diego Union Tribune 1/21/08
In this excerpt from alum Willie L. Brown’s new book on politics, he credits SF State’s television studies program with helping to solve a Muni problem. San Francisco Chronicle 1/20/08
“AfroCuba Works on Paper,” an exhibit from SF State touring U.S. cities is called “groundbreaking;” curator Judith Bettelheim, professor of art, comments on the exhibit. Miami Herald 1/20/08
In this opinion section piece, Dan Macallair, lecturer in criminal justice, addresses the United States’ refusal to sign the U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child because of its ban on sentencing children to die in prison. San Francisco Chronicle 1/20/08
Andrei Tsygankov, associate professor of international relations, provides analysis of Vladimir Putin’s decision to appoint Dmitry Rogozin as ambassador to NATO. Russia Profile 1/18/08
Student Julian Geaga talks about rising rent costs in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 1/18/08
Alum Armand Capanna talks about why people in his age group value multiple job changes early in one’s career. Wisconsin State Journal 1/18/08
SF State researchers are investigating whether marine plankton will continue to produce much of the globe’s oxygen as oceans grow more acidic. San Francisco Examiner 1/17/08
SF State’s freshman application deadline for fall 2008 was Jan. 15, so is unaffected by a CSU mandate to close applications by Feb. 1. San Francisco Chronicle 1/17/08
Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith says, "Historically, when race is an issue in a presidential campaign, it hurts the candidate or party that is more liberal." Kentucky Post 1/19/08; San Francisco Chronicle 1/17/08
Nancy Mirabal, associate professor of Raza studies, comments on the sale of California farm products to Cuba: “It seems to me that the economy is maybe winning out over 45 years of politics that really hasn't gone anywhere." ABC7 News 1/17/08
Alum Jerry Harris, an “internationally known sculptor” who first studied journalism at SF State, is featured. Chico News and Review 1/17/08
Read this feature interview with Associate Professor of Creative Writing Toni Mirosevich. San Francisco Bay Guardian 1/16/08
Biology Professor Tom Parker comments on how salinity in the San Francisco Bay affects pickleweed growth. San Francisco Chronicle 1/16/08
Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith provides commentary on the state of Oakland and Mayor Ron Dellums’ first year in office. KQED’s Forum 1/15/08
Donald Zingale, founding dean of the College of Health and Human Services, is confirmed as President of State University of New York, Cobleskill. Oneonta Star 1/15/08; Albany Business Review 1/15/08
In this piece on attempts by Native Americans to have ancestral remains returned by the University of California, SF State is cited as a university that already has returned some remains to area tribes. Oakland Tribune 1/14/08; Los Angeles Times 1/13/08
Alum Mike Howard and his wife Joanne are featured in this column on how couples met. San Francisco Chronicle 1/13/08
Photographs by alum Bill Owens, on exhibit at Hofstra University, are called “so rich in detail they almost suggest an anthropological study of these emerging suburban communities as some sort of exotic new culture.” New York Times 1/13/08
Professor of Secondary Education Mark Phillips comments on the College of Marin in this editorial. Marin Independent Journal 1/13/08
Political Science Professor Robert Smith discusses Barack Obama, race and the Democratic primaries. Baltimore Sun 1/13/08
In this letter to the editor, the relationship between the College of Marin and SF State is praised. Marin Independent Journal
In this letter to the editor, Anthropology Lecturer Niccolo Caldararo calls for scientific rigor in studying potential links between disease, the brain and group membership. San Francisco Chronicle 1/11/08
Among celebrities supporting presidential contenders is Sean Penn, who announced his support for Dennis Kucinich while speaking at SF State. Los Angeles Times 1/11/08
In this audio clip,
a student recounts his experiences in a wheelchair design course at
SF State.
NPR’s Talk of the Nation 1/10/08
University Police arrested two suspects in an attempted robbery aboard a Muni bus. San Francisco Examiner 1/10/08
Professor Emeritus Leo Litwak comments on writer and activist Tillie Olsen. San Francisco Chronicle 1/10/08
Two floating salmon pens used for youth education are damaged by storms and temporarily tethered at Romberg Tiburon Center. Marin Independent Journal 1/9/08
In his inaugural address, San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom says, “Our city commitment to a lifetime of learning is best exemplified by San Francisco Promise, a new initiative that will guarantee a place at San Francisco State University to every qualified high school student.” San Francisco Sentinel 1/9/08
Alum Daniel Martin-McCormick, lead vocalist and guitarist of the group Mi Ami, is featured. San Francisco Bay Guardian 1/9/08
Associate Professor of Creative Writing Toni Mirosevich, and her new book “Pink Harvest: Tales of Happenstance,” are featured. Everett (Wash.) Herald 1/9/08
In this feature on the growth of hospitality management programs, alum Carmen Serra comments on the strong job market she encountered at graduation. USA Today 1/8/08
Alum Chris Scarabosio, “one of the most sought-after sound designers and re-recording mixers in the business,” is featured. Variety 1/7/08
Rep. Tom Lantos, professor emeritus at SF State, is praised in this opinion piece for his “unrivaled career as a voice for the oppressed.” San Jose Mercury News 1/7/08
Alum Sean McLean
Brown talks about the Veterans Writing Group and the anthology in which
his work appears, “Veterans of War, Veterans
of Peace," edited by Maxine Hong Kingston.
San
Francisco Chronicle 1/7/08
Alum Xo Terra, an artist, is featured. Sierra Vista Herald 1/7/08
The search continues for student Donna Jou, last seen in June leaving a party in Southern California. Malibu Canyon News 1/6/08
Student Lucian Gregg has a fatal crash while bike riding in Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Sentinel 1/4/08
Don Zingale, founding dean of the College of Health and Human Services, is nominated for president of the State University of New York, Cobleskill. Albany Times-Union 1/4/08
Rep. Tom Lantos, professor emeritus of economics, announces he will retire at the end of this year as he battles cancer of the esophagus. San Francisco Chronicle 1/3/08; Los Angeles Times 1/3/08; Washington Post 1/3/08; Oakland Tribune 1/3/08; San Mateo County Times 1/3/08
Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null says that the storm system headed for the Bay Area has been very persistent over the last five days. San Jose Mercury News 1/3/08
Assistant Professor of Cinema Aaron Kerner is co-curator of “Katsushige Nakahashi: The Depth of Memory," a new work commissioned for the SF Camerawork gallery. San Francisco Chronicle 1/3/08
Alum Pasit Raviruchiphun is the owner of Singapore Old Time Café in Dublin. Oakland Tribune 1/2/08
Rich DeLeon, professor emeritus of political science, comments on demographic changes predicted for San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 1/2/08
Urban Studies Professor Raquel Pinderhughes says "efforts to improve environmental quality, especially at local level, have functioned unintentionally—and sometimes intentionally—to gentrify neighborhoods and displace poor people." The Women’s International Perspective 1/2/08
Alum Paul Desmond, who “penned one of the most successful jazz classics of all time, ‘Take Five,’ is remembered in this feature. NPR 1/2/08
Adjunct Professor of Meteorology Jan Null comments on a major rain storm
headed for the Bay Area.
San
Jose Mercury News 1/2/08
