Release Date: November 20, 2002 This content is archived.
A report on major stories in the news media during the month of December 2001 involving the University at Buffalo, its faculty, staff and students. If you are interested in receiving a copy of a story in this log, please contact Connie Rieck in the Office of News Services at 645-5000, ext. 1420 and she will gladly fill your request.
NATIONAL PRINT MEDIA
Newspapers
The New York Times, Dec. 13, article reports on an exhibit of photography by Manuel Alvarez Bravo at the J. Paul Getty museum. Mikka Gee Conway, co-curator and UB professor, talks about the objectives of the exhibition.
The New York Times, Dec. 12, article on a class-action suit by salaried workers who said they were misclassified under state and federal law as ineligible for overtime wages quotes Jerry Newman, interim dean of the School of Management and SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Department of Organization and Human Resources.
The Washington Post, Dec. 23, article reports that the practice of lying on resumes is increasing and lists a number of famous people who faked their credentials. UB's David Nyberg, who has written a book about this practice, explained why people feel the need to embellish their past experiences.
The Washington Post, Dec. 17, article reports on a study conducted in the Netherlands, where researchers catalogued the experiences of patients who were resuscitated after suffering clinical death to determine whether they had had near-death experiences. Paul Kurtz said that the study suggests nothing beyond the dying process.
The Chronicle of Higher Education, Dec. 7, article reports that UB students are flocking to a local café for "bubble tea," with tapioca balls at the bottom of each cup.
Newsday (Nassau edition), Dec. 19, article reports that letters to Santa Claus are more somber and less materialistic this year, after the events of September 11. UB's LeAdelle Phelps suggests that this turn of events is probably very short-lived.
(Syracuse) Post-Standard, Dec. 7, article announces that Bill Clinton will speak at UB in the spring.
Dallas Morning News, Dec. 21, article reports that letters to Santa Claus are more somber and less materialistic this year, after the events of September 11. UB's LeAdelle Phelps suggests that this turn of events is probably very short-lived.
Los Angeles Times, Dec. 18, article on an exhibit of photographs by Manuel Alvarez Bravo reports it was organized by guest curator Roberto Tejada, a graduate student in the Department of English who teaches art theory.
Los Angeles Times, Dec. 9, article reports that a government study suggests that certain pesticides may harm brain development in children. Alan H. Lockwood says that there is a potential for developing nerve injury, Parkinson's disease or other neuro-degenerative disorders.
Los Angeles Times, Dec. 2, article reporting that the City of Santa Monica is considering a proposal that would require all privately built new homes to be wheelchair accessible. City Counsel is spending $75,000 on a study to be conducted by UB's Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access. UB's Edward Steinfeld said that the design modifications need not be intrusive, expensive or wasteful of space.
Miami Herald, Dec. 23, article reports that letters to Santa Claus are more somber and less materialistic this year, after the events of September 11. UB's LeAdelle Phelps suggests that this turn of events is probably very short-lived.
Houston Chronicle, Dec. 16, article reports on the increasing number of class-action suits being brought by employees to recoup lost overtime pay. Jerry Newman of UB says that the line between workers and managers is blurring because of the team-building craze of recent years.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Dec. 24, article reports on obesity among children. UB researchers report that the fattest children were also those who watched the most television.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Dec. 20, article reports that Americans overwhelmingly believe in angels. UB's Paul Kurtz finds this disturbing.
Seattle Times, Dec. 31, article reports that the practice of lying on resumes is increasing and lists a number of famous people who faked their credentials. UB's David Nyberg, who has written a book about this practice, explained why people feel the need to embellish their past experiences.
Seattle Post-Intelligence, Dec. 20, article reports that Americans overwhelmingly believe in angels. UB's Paul Kurtz finds this disturbing.
Seattle Times, Dec. 16, article reports that physical growth is a very important indication of a child's health, but that many children are not measured accurately. While many studies indicate that taller people have more self esteem and earn more money, UB psychiatrist David Sandberg disagrees and says that short children are no different, behaviorally, than their taller peers.
Charleston Gazette, Dec. 20, article reports that letters to Santa Claus are more somber and less materialistic this year, after the events of September 11. UB's LeAdelle Phelps suggests that this turn of events is probably very short-lived.
Charleston Gazette, Dec. 17, article reports on the huge increase in children taking psychiatric medications and the ongoing argument about the long term affects of the drugs. A UB study is cited, which concludes that Ritalin may cause long-term changes to the brain.
St. Pete's Times, Dec. 30, article reports that the practice of lying on resumes is increasing and lists a number of famous people who faked their credentials. UB's David Nyberg, who has written a book about this practice, explained why people feel the need to embellish their past experiences.
Augusta Chronicle, Dec. 20, article reports that Americans overwhelmingly believe in angels. UB's Paul Kurtz finds this disturbing.
The Newark Star-Ledger, Dec. 18, article reports on a study conducted in the Netherlands, where researchers catalogued the experiences of patients who were resuscitated after suffering clinical death to determine whether they had had near-death experiences. Paul Kurtz said that the study suggests nothing beyond the dying process.
The Newark Star-Ledger, Dec. 11, article reports that less variety in the food we eat helps to control weight. When everything looks good, we eat some of everything we see, which, said Hollie Raynor, encourages us to over-eat.
The Southland Times, Dec. 5, article reports on the UB study which concludes that Ritalin may cause change in brain cell function. Joan Baizer says that contrary to popular belief, Ritalin is not a "short term" drug, but affects children in the long run.
Denver Post, Dec. 13, article reports on the UB study which concludes that Ritalin may cause change in brain cell function. Joan Baizer says that contrary to popular belief, Ritalin is not a "short term" drug, but affects children in the long run.
Deseret News, Dec. 21, article reports that letters to Santa Claus are more somber and less materialistic this year, after the events of September 11. UB's LeAdelle Phelps suggests that this turn of events is probably very short-lived.
San Francisco Chronicle, Dec. 20, article reports on a study conducted in the Netherlands, where researchers catalogued the experiences of patients who were resuscitated after suffering clinical death to determine whether they had had near-death experiences. Paul Kurtz said that the study suggests nothing beyond the dying process.
Wire Services
Associated Press Newswires, Dec. 23, article discusses the mood of the nation in the aftermath of September 11 and as the Christmas season commences. People are finding comfort in family and religion says UB's Arun Jain, rather than in expensive presents.
Associated Press Newswire, Dec. 18, article reports that letters to Santa Claus are more somber and less materialistic this year, after the events of September 11. UB's LeAdelle Phelps suggests that this turn of events is probably very short-lived.
Associated Press Newswire, Dec. 10, article reports on New Paltz, N.Y., a small town trying to save its open spaces. To promote awareness of planning and development issues, the town is handing out disposal cameras to residents so they can take pictures of their favorite open spaces. William Page, professor of urban and regional planning, said that efforts involving the community are more effective than top-down approaches.
Associated Press Newswire, Dec. 9, article reports the National Science Foundation has given George Lee of UB's earthquake research center a grant to study the buildings near the twin towers in New York City.
Associated Press Newswire, Dec. 6, article announces that former president Bill Clinton will waive his speaking fee for an appearance at UB. William Greiner hopes that Clinton will bring a message of hope and inspiration.
Knight-Ridder Tribune Business News, Dec. 8, article reports that Compaq has received a $300 contract to provide computer servers for UB's new Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
PR Newswire, Dec. 19, article reports on a study conducted at UB that concludes that phytosterols, which occur naturally in some plant sources, significantly reduce the occurrence of prostate tumors. Atif Awad discuses the positive affect of a phytosterol-rich diet.
Canadian Press, Dec. 20, article reports that letters to Santa Claus are more somber and less materialistic this year, after the events of September 11. UB's LeAdelle Phelps suggests that this turn of events is probably very short-lived.
U-Wire, Dec. 10, article reports on the strike at New Era Cap in Derby, CT. The company manufactures caps for sports teams and universities. Workers Rights Consortium represents 91 schools and is siding with the NEC union. UB's Harold Star said that WRC needs to "butt out" of the labor dispute, because they are not unbiased, and pressure from WRC might cause New Era to leave the Derby area.
Business Wire, Dec. 4, article reports that Julian Ambrus, Jr., along with several other researchers, has published an article describing new treatment strategies for victims of AIDS, which utilizes HIV-Hemopurifier(tm).
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Weekly, Dec. 17, article reports on RIA research that shows a strong association between problem drinking and gambling.
Immunotherapy Weekly, Dec. 12, article on a study that uses behavioral modification to ease the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome reports half the patients enrolled in the study are from UB.
Immunotherapy Weekly, Dec. 12, article reports that UB researchers have received a 5-year, $1.1 million grant from the NIH to assess environmental pollutants and their relationship to the prevalence of autoimmune disease. The research will be headed by John Vena.
Pain and Central Nervous System Week, Dec. 10, article reports on the UB study which concludes that Ritalin may cause change in brain cell function. Joan Baizer says that contrary to popular belief, Ritalin is not a "short term" drug, but affects children in the long run.
Health and Medicine Weekly, Dec. 12, article on a study that uses behavioral modification to ease the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome reports half the patients enrolled in the study are from UB.
Magazines
Science, Dec. 14, article reports on new prenatal genetic screening tests using tandem mass spectrometry. The tests exist, but are not readily available because of cost, technology and ethical considerations. Robert Guthrie, a UB microbiologist, pioneered U.S. newborn screening when he invented an inexpensive system to check for PKU.
Prevention, article reports that researchers at UB found that when people listened to their favorite music during eye surgery, their blood pressure, which was elevated due to stress, came back down to normal during the procedure.
Health, article discusses Provost Elizabeth D. Capaldi's approach to learning to love foods that are healthy, such as brussels sprouts, by adding a flavor you like, such as sugar.
Entrepreneur, article reports on a study by UB's C. Carl Pegels, who found that bringing "seasoned" executives into a company to "grow" it is not more effective than using younger executives.
Reader's Digest, article reports on a UB study that shows that people who have more variety in their food eat more.
Civil Engineering, Dec. 1, article reports that Surajit Sen, associate professor of physics, has designed a megaphone-shaped structure filled with progressively smaller spheres that dissipated energy and could be used to improve car bumpers or help buildings withstand a terrorist attack.
Political Science and Politics, Dec. 16, article reports that the American Political Science Association has awarded travel grants to 57 graduate students, including UB's Stephen Quakenbush, to attend the 2001 Annual Meeting in San Francisco.
About Time, article reports on Roger Hicks, an African-American, who alleges that UB Law School discriminates against black American men. He is suing Nils Olsen, dean of the Law School, and the admissions counsel. Jack Cox says that he has been brought in as director of admissions to correct for the lack of minority law students.
American Political Science Review, article written by Mark S. Hurwitz, assistant professor of political science, and two colleagues analyzes distributive and partisan issues in agriculture policy in Congress.
Muscular Development, article reports that a study at UB headed by Paresh Dandona shows that insulin might help treat heart disease.
Poptronics, article reports that UB has developed crude electronic devices from Portland cement.
L.A. Weekly, Dec. 7, article reviews poetry by UB's Robert Creeley, and the relationship between music and linear narratives.
Criticas, article written by Tatiana de la Tierra, UB librarian, reviewing Gonzalo Garcés' new book, The Impatient Ones.
Criticas, article written by Tatiana de la Tierra reviewing the work of Eligio Garcia Marques.
NATIONAL RADIO
National Public Radio
"All Things Considered" segment looks at child obesity and a family-based program called the Stoplight Diet conducted by Leonard Epstein, professor of pediatrics and psychology.
Family Life Radio Network
A study by the Research Institute on Addictions has found a strong association between drinking and gambling problems.
KYW-AM (Philadelphia)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
NATIONAL TELEVISION
NBC-TV
Interview with Deborah Chung on carbon fiber composites and the plane crash in Queens.
MSNBC-TV
Interview with Deborah Chung, Niagara Mohawk Chair and Professor Of Materials Research in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, on carbon fiber composites and the Airbus crash in Queens.
WPXN-TV (New York City)
Interview with Deborah Chung on carbon fiber composites.
KFMB-TV (San Diego)
A University at Buffalo study shows that problem drinkers are more likely also to have a gambling addiction.
WSMV-TV (Nashville, Tenn.)
A study conducted by the University at Buffalo shows that problem drinking and problem gambling go hand-in-hand.
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WPVI-TV (Philadelphia)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WXIA-TV (Atlanta)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WWLP-TV (Springfield, Mass.)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WCAU-TV (Philadelphia)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WLS-TV (Chicago)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
News 8 Cable (Washington, DC)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
KXAS-TV (Dallas-Fort Worth)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
KGAL-TV (mid-Willamette Valley, Oregon)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WRC-TV (Washington, DC)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WFAA-TV (Dallas-Fort Worth)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WHDH-TV (Boston)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WCNC-TV (Charlotte, NC)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WCMH-TV (Columbus, Ohio)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WXII-TV (Greensboro, NC)
UB researchers have found that Ritalin has lasting effects on the brain.
WDAF-TV (Kansas City)
UB and Ohio University are beginning an Internet-based study on pain relief during childbirth.
News 8 Cable (Austin)
UB and Ohio University are beginning an Internet-based study on pain relief during childbirth.
WKRC-TV (Cincinnati)
A UB study has found that plant fat may help slow the growth of prostate cancer.
INTERNATIONAL PRINT MEDIA
The Sydney (Australia) Morning Herald, Dec. 21, article looks at the possibility that Osama bin Laden may have altered his appearance to evade capture and quotes George Freedman, associate professor of clinical restorative dentistry.
The National Post (Canada), Dec. 21, article reports that letters to Santa Claus are more somber and less materialistic this year, after the events of September 11. UB's LeAdelle Phelps suggests that this turn of events is probably very short-lived.
WEB MEDIA
AP Online
Letters to Santa Claus are more somber and less materialistic this year, after the events of September 11. UB's LeAdelle Phelps suggests that this turn of events is probably very short-lived.
Bio Online
Fats derived from plants appear to inhibit the growth and migration of one type of prostate cancer cell.
The Chronicle of Higher Education Online
Article looks at the latest craze among UB students: bubble tea.
Health-News
UB dental researchers collaborate on $5 million study to redefine temporomandibular disorder.
UB's 400 dental students are community ambassadors promoting oral health, raising community's "dental IQ."
Study finds strong association between problem drinking and gambling, with risk increasing 23-fold: Compulsive gambling more common among minorities, poor.
$700,000 HUD-funded initiative takes aim at one of Buffalo's most distressed neighborhoods: Project triggered by concerns of neighborhood's young people.
NSF funds UB to be nation's first cross-disciplinary training ground for biophotonics scientists.
Plant-derived oils may slow prostate tumor growth.
UB nursing researcher studies why few people take charge of their end-of-life medical decisions: doctors, nurses not often knowledgeable on "advance directives."
Health News Digest
Nursing school addresses White European nursing culture.
Join Together Online
Study shows strong link between problem drinking, gambling.
Los Angeles Times Online
Article on an exhibit of photographs by Manuel Alvarez Bravo reports it was organized by guest curator Roberto Tejada.
Article on the dangers pesticides on fruits and vegetables pose to young children quotes Alan Lockwood.
The New York Times Online
Article on a class-action suit over overtime pay quotes Jerry Newman.
Reuters Health
Problem drinkers at risk for gambling problems.
Plant-based fats may slow the growth of prostate cancer cells.
Sydney Morning Herald Online
If Osama bin Laden had plastic surgery to disguise his identity, what might he look like?
Wired Magazine Online
Article reports a theoretical physicist has created a system that could protect buildings and other structures from terrorist assaults and quotes Surajit Sen.
Yahoo! News
Problems with drinking, gambling to hand-in-hand.
Your Health
Fats from veggie diet slow cancer in mice.
LOCAL PRINT MEDIA
NEWSPAPERS
The Buffalo News, Dec. 31, article reports on the economic progress in the Buffalo Niagara region for the past calendar year. Although the nation has slipped into recession, this region, although squeezed, has not been disastrously affected. UB's bioinformatics research center and supercomputer are reported to be a bright economic light for the future.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 31, article reports on the top 10 local stories of 2001, including Gov. Pataki's announcement of a $207 million high-tech research center to be housed at UB and in the medical corridor on High Street.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 30, article reports that the recession hit Buffalo earlier than it did most other cities in the nation, because Buffalo is so dependent on manufacturing. The region lost 2,500 jobs this year. The article lists "winners" and "losers," with UB listed as a winner. The new bioinformatics center may well result in "a raft of good-paying jobs."
The Buffalo News, Dec. 29, article written by Howard R. Wolff, UB professor of English, wherein he notes his personal appreciation -- in light of the war in Afghanistan and the continuing repression of civil freedoms -- for higher education. He expresses his increased awareness metaphorically -- as his appreciation for education increases, he doffs the casual mode of past decades and dresses better.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 26, article criticizes SUNY chancellor Robert King, who refuses to permit tuition increases and relies solely on private funding and capital campaigns to solve a 5 percent shortfall due to inflation and contractual raises. In the era post-9/11, the article says that such an attitude is simply mindless and politically motivated.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 26, article reports that Mari McClure and Tara Perrier, ex-Bulls basketball players, are still on campus and still practicing with the team. The team has faced major losses of four seniors this year.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 24, article focuses on the plan for the Medical Corridor, which will include the new bioinformatics center. Article notes that state and federal funding gives UB $53.5 million to invest in high-powered computer processors, scientific equipment and laboratory space for human genome and protein research. Public funds are augmented with $150 million in private sector donations. The new center could offer thousands of new jobs five or 10 years, but in the short term more layoffs are possible in the corridor.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 23, article discusses the concept of evil; it has been resurrected after September 11. William Greiner, among others, has focused on evil in his public speeches, noting philosopher Hannah Arendt's idea of the "banality of evil" at the Oct. 4 convocation.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 23, article reports that the state has not yet authorized a second Empire State Zone in Buffalo. This zone would give certain businesses a 100 percent reduction in property taxes for seven years. Although the Pataki administration is delaying on this request, it has acted on other economic development programs such as UB's bioinformatics research center.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 22, article reports on Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton's visit to Amherst and her announcement of a $3 million federal support package for UB's bioinformatics center. UB also has received a five-year, $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 22, article reports that the Amherst Industrial Development Agency has approved $6.5 million in bond financing to renovate the Ellicott Complex.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 22, article criticizes University Council member Betty Jean Grant for vetoing a plan to electronically monitor the South Campus after students and faculty were robbed, because she considers the surveillance to be "racist."
The Buffalo News, Dec. 22, article reports that as businesses grow larger there is a need for members of management to know more about administration, and so increasing numbers have been getting their MBAs. The article notes that UB has the largest program in the region.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 22, article reports that the FBI has been conducting interview with young men from Muslim countries in the area. UB has 315 male students from Muslim countries. UB's Ellen Dussourd says she is aware of one student and one former student who have been interviewed and that the process is unsettling.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 21, letter is written by Stephen C. Dunnet, vice provost for international Education. He talks about the importance of teaching English to foreign students and describes UB's English Language Institute.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 21, article reports that Senator Clinton and Rep. Reynolds have received a commitment for a further $3.1 million from the federal budget to be allocated for start-up costs at UB's Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 20, article reports that Buffalo must position itself to take a leading role in the emerging field of bioinformatics within the next 24 to 36 months or risk losing this economic boost. Although research talent is resident at UB, Buffalo lacks a major drug company to commercialized discoveries from the laboratories.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 20, Senator Clinton announced that an appropriations conference report contains $500,000 to help create a Center for Excellence in Bioinformatics at UB.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 19, article reports on recent robberies on UB's South Campus. UB has increased police patrols and is restricting access to some buildings. Further measures are under consideration, but President Greiner says that it is a struggle to strike the perfect balance between better security while avoiding walling the campus off from the public. There is also a concern about the racial implications since more minorities live around the South Campus than the North Campus, where measures such as surveillance cameras are not being considered. Dennis Black commented on the severity of the crimes, as well as the volume. Michael E. Bernardino, Suzanne Laychock, Lee A. Albert, Elizabeth D. Capaldi and Bruce A. Holm also comment on the situation.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 19, article reports on SUNY Chancellor Robert King's drive for new endowments, research grants and other funding to offset tight state government finances. The United University Professions union stated that there will still be a need for public investment in higher education. King has not proposed any increase in tuition or state funding but hopes to avoid eliminating classes, although there will be a shortfall of $6 billion for next fiscal year.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 18, article reports that Chancellor King will present a budget that reflects no increases over last year. Schools must cope on their own, with negotiated employee raises and inflation. King will, however, ask Gov. Pataki for an additional $121 million. There are no plans for tuition increases.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 18, article written by William Greiner, stating that The News' recent story suggesting that he considering retirement within the next few years were not true.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 17, "Inside UB" column reports James S. Giardina, a UB law student, is studying in Barcelona, Spain, for a year. He corresponds via email with his friends. Excerpts of his emails are reprinted.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 14, article reports on the state budget for 2002. SUNY campuses have been told to expect no increases in their budgets this year over last year. Several campuses have said they will freeze hiring, restrict staff travel and cut back on equipment purchases. UB has not completed its budget processes, said Dave Henahan. Robert J. Wagner said that no hiring freezes have been imposed; specific departments will make their own decisions based on the budget restrictions they are working under. John Boot, head of UUP, said he advocates SUNY faculty members giving up a 1 percent merit raise rather than imposing a hiring freeze.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 14, "Inside UB" column:
- article reports that William Greiner is not the highest paid employee of UB; Elizabeth Capaldi earns that distinction, with John P. Naughton in second place.
- University police investigated reports of a gunshot on the South Campus; John M. Grela said it was likely that the shots came from an air gun.
- Jennifer A. McDonough is new vice president for development and alumni relations. She will be introduced at the University Council meeting, where Alexander N. Cartwright will present research on biophotonics.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 13, "Inside UB" column reports the word "The" has been added to the UB logo; "The State University of New York."
The Buffalo News, Dec. 12, "Inside UB" column:
- article claims that much can be inferred from the way that UB staff decorate their offices and gives three examples. Readers are asked to match possessions to names.
- James Holstun has won the 2001 Isaac and Tamara Deutscher Memorial Prize
- Jean D. Brown and Patricia R. McCartney are new fellows and have been inducted into the American Academy of Nursing.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 12, article reports that the state has refused to permit any tuition increases even though it has agreed to salary raises -- but then refused to fund that increase in the SUNY budget. Fredonia's President Dennis L. Hefner wants SUNY presidents to have the power to authorize tuition increases for their campuses.
- The Buffalo News, Dec. 11, "Inside UB" column reports on UB's Honors Program, which comprises 250 students receiving $3.25 million over four years.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 10, "Inside UB" column reports Bernard and Sharon Morton have made a $100,000 bequest to UB's School of Social Work, and Charles M. Severin has been nominated for the 2001 Humanitarianism in Medicine Award.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 9, article claims that UB has backed away from its commitment to assist in the development of the South Campus neighborhood. Sixty other universities around the country have development programs underway, including the University of Illinois. UB should invest more heavily in the University Heights area to avoid worse problems later on.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 9, article discusses the connection between America's dependency on oil and the financing of terrorism with the money that the U.S. spends on oil. The article is written by Walter Simpson, who works at UB to reduce UB's energy consumption.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 9, article by Richard T. Hull, UB professor emeritus of philosophy, on the merits of human cloning.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 9, article by Todd S. Bindig, UB doctoral student in philosophy, on the abomination of human cloning.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 8, article reports the Bill Clinton will speak at UB even though the administration did not want the former president to visit because he was too controversial. The student government took the fight public and reported it to The News. UB's Dennis Black insists that the administration never had objections to Clinton's visit and that the media created controversy where none existed.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 8, article reports on Elizabeth Capaldi's tenaciousness in going ahead with plans for a bioinformatics research center, even though she could not be sure that the funding would come through.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 7, article explains that the science of bioinformatics is the marriage of super-computing and biology to create solutions which combat disease and invent new medicines. This new science may well save Buffalo economically by creating new high-tech jobs and bringing an influx of investment and business. Russ Miller and Bruce A. Holm discuss the new science and the funding, through private and public means, for the center.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 7, article reports on Gov. Pataki's announcement that a collection of private and public funding sources will invest $207.3 million in the new UB bioinformatics research center. The article lists the major investors and quotes William Greiner, who says he believes the research center will be an economic watershed event. Elizabeth Capaldi said that the research will translate into commercialized products.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 7, "Inside UB" column reports:
- on the high schools from which the largest number of UB freshmen came. Sixty-four students from Williamsville North High School became freshmen at UB this year.
- University police were called in when a Hadley Village student threatened her roommate when she turned down the thermostat.
- Gerald R. Rising will give a lecture explaining how computers calculate.
- Three UB engineering students each received a $1,000 scholarship from a fund donated by the chairman of American Axle and Manufacturing, the James and Nancy McLernon Student Scholarship.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 6, article announces that Bill Clinton will speak at UB, and that he will forego his fee.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 6, "Inside UB" column reports:
- Steven T. Diver, UB professor, has received a $510,000 Young Investigator Award from the National Science Foundation.
- UB's Esthetic Dentistry Education Center will confer certificates on the member of its first graduating class.
- The UB Choir and Chorus will perform the works of Bach and Brahms.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 5, article reports that the National Science Foundation has made a grant of $2.7 million to establish UB's training programs in the emerging field of biophotonics, which crosses the boundaries between biology, engineering and medicine. James Bergey notes that a new breed of scientist is required for this discipline. Paras Prasad says that the grant will help create a skilled work force in Western New York, and Elizabeth Capaldi comments that the grant is the first of its kind.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 5, article reports on Kate McMeeken-Ruscoe, a New Zealand native who has transferred to UB, via Hawaii, to play on basketball for the Bulls. She has incredible energy, both on and off the floor, athletically and academically.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 5, "Inside UB" column reports UB libraries and admissions office now uses AOL Instant Messenger to communicate with student locally and around the world.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 4, article reports on the positive influence that pets have on their owners. Karen Allen at UB's School of Medicine says that pets help people relax and keep their stress levels down, possibly because they are perceived as non-judgmental.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 4, "Inside UB" column reports five students have won the contest to name the five new restaurants to be added to the Ellicott Complex next year.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 4, article reports on UB's endowment, which Edward Schneider of the UB Foundation says is $447 million. The endowment has increased significantly over the past decade and has not suffered much because of September 11 or because of the market downturn.
The Buffalo News, Dec. 3, "Inside UB" column reports:
- The Fannie Mae Foundation and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning have awarded UB's Henry Louis Taylor and Sam Cole the 2001 Award for Best Action Research paper on Housing and Community Development.
- The College of Arts and Science is offering $1,000 tuition scholarships to graduating seniors.
- Paul Vanouse will present his work at the Center for the Arts Screening Room.
Business First, Dec. 17, article reports that while Buffalo's Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics has the potential to boost the local economy, it will take a number of years and more money before the benefits are realized. Elizabeth Capaldi noted that Buffalo has all the elements needed to bring the project together.
Business First, Dec. 17, article reports that the relationship between UB and area manufacturing companies is thriving, and that firms are partnering with UB to develop strategies to increase profitability. UB's Al Hammonds advocates the "lean approach."
Business First, Dec. 17, article reports that UB researchers have received a five-year, $1.1 million grant from NIH to assess the affect of environmental pollutants on diseases such as lupus. The research is to be headed by John Vena.
Business First, Dec. 10, article reports on the UB study which concludes that Ritalin may cause change in brain cell function. Joan Baizer says that contrary to popular belief, Ritalin is not a "short term" drug, but affects children in the long run.
Business First, Dec. 10, article reports that, using information gained from women over the Internet, UB and Ohio University are studying labor pain and how best to manage it. William Schmidt says that the large sample size will make it easier to draw solid conclusions.
Business First, Dec. 10, article reports that UB and Children's Hospital of Buffalo are opening a Miniature Access Surgical Center, believed to be the most sophisticated in the world. Philip Glick explains the surgical center's functions and innovations.
Business First, Dec. 10, article reports that UB has officially turned over the deed to the Darwin Martin House to Martin House Restoration Corporation.
Business First, Dec. 10, article reports that, because of economic losses, Kaleida Health will not be moving Children's Hospital any time soon. Larry Southwick, however, said that doing the renovations now would be prudent, since prices are lower during a recession.
Business First, Dec. 3, article reports on Internet education for children. Hank Bromley notes that it is important for parents and educators to assess exactly why they want children to learn to use computers, what they hope to achieve and how they intend to achieve it.
Business First, Dec. 3, article reports that the CPA qualifying exam will be computerized starting November 2003, rather than handwritten. Ronald Huefner notes that the computerized version will be much more convenient; it will be offered more often during the year and the grading will be much more quickly completed.
Amherst Bee, Dec. 19, article written by New York State Senator Mary Lou Rath reports on the investment made by the private sector to establish the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics, and notes that UB will by one of the research partners. This is recognition that UB is doing some of the most cutting-edge research in the world.
Amherst Bee, Dec. 12, article reports that UB's Steven T. Diver has received a Young Investigator Award of $510,000 from the NSF.
LOCAL BROADCAST MEDIA
RADIO
WBFO Radio
Sen. Hillary Clinton and Rep. Tom Reynolds were at UB to announce the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics has received $3.1 million in federal funding.
Story reports SUNY is bracing for no increase in state spending, which could result in a 5 percent budget gap next year and trigger a tuition increase, with comments by Christian Oliver, president of the undergraduate Student Association.
Story reports the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics has received a pledge of $50 million in funding from the state and $150 million from the private sector and includes comments by President Greiner.
Former President Bill Clinton will speak at UB in the spring as part of the Students' Choice Series.
UB has received a $2.7 million IGERT grant to provide cutting-edge science training for students.
WBEN Radio
Interview with Joel Raynor, director of graduate studies in the Department of Psychology, on sports fans throwing bottles at football games.
Interview with County Executive Joel Giambra on plans to create the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
Story reports former President Bill Clinton will speak at UB in the spring and will forego his usual speakers' fee.
Interview with Stephen Wear, associate professor of medicine, on controversy over whether to pay for organs for transplantation.
WNED-AM Radio
Sen. Hillary Clinton and Rep. Tom Reynolds were at UB to announce $3.1 million in federal funding for the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
Story on the importance of the life sciences to the local economy notes the role UB has played.
Story reports former President Bill Clinton will speak at UB in the spring and will forego his usual $100,000 speaking fee.
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WGRZ-TV, Channel 2
Story reports the men's basketball game against Syracuse has been postponed due to the weather and includes interviews with assistant coach Jim Kwitchoff and player Robert Brown.
Results of the women's basketball game against Seton Hall.
Results of the men's basketball game against Navy.
Sen. Hillary Clinton and Rep. Tom Reynolds were at UB to announce $3.1 in federal funding for the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
Story reports Sen. Clinton and Rep. Reynolds will be in town to announce funding for UB.
Story reports the men's football team is on its way to the Yahoo! Sports Invitational in Hawaii and includes interview with coach Reggie Witherspoon.
UB students react to a newly released videotape of Osama bin Laden.
Coverage of a performance country music band Lonestar in the Center for the Arts.
Results of the men's basketball game against Akron includes interview with coach Reggie Witherspoon.
Results of the women's basketball game against Boston College.
Story reports that former UB president Steven Sample has been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease.
Preview of the men's basketball game against Akron and the women's basketball game against Boston College includes interview with men's coach Reggie Witherspoon and player Darcel Williams and women's coach Cheryl Dozier.
Results of the men's basketball game against Cornell includes comments by Coach Reggie Witherspoon and players Darcel Williams and Louis Campbell.
Results of the women's basketball game against Youngstown State.
Results of the men's basketball game against New Hampshire.
WIVB-TV, Channel 4
Story reports that due to the snow, the men's basketball game against Syracuse has been postponed one day.
Results of the women's basketball game against Seton Hall.
Story on the increase in crime in the neighborhood surrounding the South Campus includes interviews with Dennis Black, vice president for student affairs, Maria Arnone of the Department of Orthopaedics, and Sue Misner of the Department of Social and Preventive Medicine.
UB held a ceremony to memorialize the people who have donated their bodies to the medical school.
Story reports UB has received a grant from the National Science Foundation to train graduate students in biophotonics and includes interview with Paras Prasad.
Results of the men's basketball game against New Hampshire.
WKBW-TV, Channel 7
Results of the men's basketball game against Syracuse.
Results of the men's basketball game against Navy.
Results of the men's basketball game against Tulsa.
Results of the men's basketball game against Akron includes interview with player Louis Campbell.
Results of the women's basketball game against Boston College includes interview with coach Cheryl Dozier.
Gov. Pataki was in town to announce more than $200 million in state and private funding to create the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
WNLO-TV, Channel 23
Results of the men's basketball game against Akron.
Story reports New York State and the private sector have pledged more than $200 million to help create the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
WXPJ-TV, Channel 19
Sen. Hillary Clinton and Rep. Tom Reynolds were at UB to announce federal funding of $3.1 million for the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
Coverage of an acoustic performance by Lonestar in the Center for the Arts.
New York State and the private sector will contribute $200 million to help create the Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics.
