Underdog Khazei tries to shake up Senate race Oct 8, 2009
Over the next few days, Khazei plans to go to Harvard University, Tufts University, the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and Clark University in Worcester. I m not so important that I can t show up for 20 people, he said. (Boston Globe)
Tsukano leads SJSU against UH Oct 8, 2009
Wednesday, October 7, 2009. Posted on: Wednesday, October 7, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Dan Parr, N.H. basketball legend, joining Hall of Fame Oct 8, 2009
Current UNH men's coach Bill Herrion will be inducted as one of the finest players in the history of the Clark University high school tournament. The ceremony will be held at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
North Andover Education News Sep 30, 2009
The colleges participating are: Manchester Community College, Northern Essex Community College, Merrimack College, St. Anselm College, College of the Holy Cross, Assumption College, Bowdoin College, Suffolk University, University of Massachusetts-Lowell, University of New Hampshire, Middlesex Community College, Brown University, Clark University, ITT Technical Institute, Dartmouth College, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Tufts University, University of Massachusetts Boston and Lasell College.... (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Miyashiro digs deep to elevate Huskies Sep 24, 2009
Wednesday, September 23, 2009. Posted on: Wednesday, September 23, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Pedestrian struck, killed crossing road Sep 17, 2009
WORCESTER Clark University president to leave post John E. Bassett, Clark University president, plans to step down from his post in July after a decade on the job. Ten years seems about the right time for a university president, at least for me, he said in a statement yesterday. (Boston Globe)
Specter Backs Union-Organizing Bill Sep 16, 2009
"Some hard-liners insist on keeping card check no matter what," says Gary Chaison, a professor of industrial relations at Clark University in Worcester, Mass. "But over the past six months, a lot have broken ranks and suggested alternatives to resuscitate the bill.". (BusinessWeek)
Sour economy prompts more older adults to return to school Sep 13, 2009
At Clark University s College of Professional and Continuing Education in Worcester, enrollment jumped 24 percent in spring 2008 from a year earlier, then rose again this past spring, upticks that assistant dean Max Hess attributes in large part to layoffs and shrinking career prospects. Half of his students are now working-age adults, and the school s largest program is the master s in public administration - the ticket to a career in the seemingly stable nonprofit or public sectors. (Boston Globe)
UAW bristles as Ford seeks further concessions Aug 28, 2009
"Everything looks favorable for Ford. This means it's difficult for them now to suddenly claim poverty," said Gary Chaison, professor of labor relations at Clark University in Worcester, Mass. "It can very easily strain their relationship with the UAW.". (Sioux City Journal)
'Lost Boy' of Sudan appreciates U.S. government Aug 26, 2009
He took a college placement test, and received his degree in government from Clark University last spring. He also spoke about his plight at Westford Academy, where Jean Owens and Donna Hackly heard him and offered to assist him. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Holliston's student standouts, weeks of Aug. 13 and 20 Aug 24, 2009
Nancy Jeanne Goedhart of Holliston earned a Master of Arts degree from Clark University during commencement exercises in May. Students honored at Savannah college. (Holliston Tab, MA)
3 colleges to offer combined curricula Aug 24, 2009
The Colleges of Worcester, a 12-school cooperative including Holy Cross, Clark University, and Worcester State College, is considering the creation of interdisciplinary programs within the next couple of years involving the study of Chinese and Arabic. During recessionary times, people are more willing to discuss how their goals could be met by sharing reduced resources, said Mark Bilotta, chief executive of the Colleges of Worcester Consortium. (Boston Globe)
'He wanted to know his dad' Aug 23, 2009
After stints in homeless shelters, the boy s mother, Alicia Turner, then 20, had moved to a government-subsidized apartment near Clark University with Nathaniel, then 10 months old, and Diantea, Nathaniel s half brother who was 3. At about 3 p.m. on Sept. 28, 2002, Turner was napping on a couch with Nathaniel in her second-floor apartment when flames began shooting from a corner of the living room. (Boston Globe)
Workplace suicides surge 28% Aug 22, 2009
a professor of industrial relations at Clark University, said the numbers show the struggling economy taking a toll on worker morale. "Those who are at places where there have been substantial layoffs are trying to cope with survivor's guilt," Chaison said. (USA Today -- Jobs)
Workplace suicides surge by 28 percent Aug 21, 2009
Gary Chaison, a professor of industrial relations at Clark University in Worcester, Mass. said the numbers suggest the struggling economy taking a toll on worker morale. (MSNBC -- Business)
What does it take to be a tour guide on the Battle Green? Aug 21, 2009
Michaels, who is a rising junior at Clark University, where he s majoring in theater with a minor in English, said the tour itself is like a mini-play. He throws himself into each performance and is pleased when he is able to get people interested in something they didn t know about. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Generation in flux Aug 8, 2009
says Arnett, a research professor in the psychology department at Clark University. There is nothing the matter with them, in his view, and they re growing up just fine, albeit along a circuitous path. (Boston Globe)
College Corner: Laferriere helped FSC lax in several ways Aug 7, 2009
Nicole LeVecque completed a four-year career for the women s basketball team at Clark University during the winter. LeVecque played 73 career games for Clark, including 25 as a senior. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Lexington remembers author, teacher William Tapply Aug 6, 2009
In the mid-1990s, Tapply began teaching at Clark University s English Department and was the department s writer-in-residence. He was a great teacher and he loved to teach, said Stiefel. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Newton Notables Aug 5, 2009
Area residents earn honors from Clark University The following local students have been named to second honors on the Clark University dean s list for outstanding academic achievement during the spring semester: Jeffrey Huenemoerder of Auburndale and Leah Drummond of Chestnut Hill. From Newton, Deborah Bernhard, Olivia James, Christopher Kneisel and Sondra Saporta. (Newton Tab, MA)
Think Crying Is Cathartic? Not Always Jul 31, 2009
According to evolutionary psychologist from Clark University, the acoustic characteristics of distress cries in infants are specially designed to goad caregivers into responding quickly. The proposed adaptation involves a rapid, gasping inhalation between bursts of loud crying. (Scientific American)
William Tapply, 69, prolific writer of mysteries, nonfiction Jul 31, 2009
He also taught at Emerson College and at Clark University in Worcester, where he was an English professor and writer-in-residence. Bill was a complicated man, infinitely interesting, his wife said. (Boston Globe)
Brookline honors Jul 30, 2009
The following Brookline students received a degree from Clark University in Worcester, on May 17. Nina G. Keough, master of arts in teaching Geoffrey H. Cohane, doctor of philosophy Shai Erlichman, a graduate of Brookline High School, bachelor of arts degree, cum laude; Erica F. Richmond, a graduate of Brookline High School, master of arts degree; William M. Conley-Elgee, a graduate of Brookline High School, bachelor of arts degree, cum laude. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Your Career: As work force ages, employers lag Jul 30, 2009
Most employers look at training as a long-term investment and are hesitant to spend money on training and recruiting workers that arent going to stay for that long, said Gary Chaison, professor of industrial relations at Clark University. Clearly workers can choose to leave a profession altogether and find something new, but many older workers might find it hard, if not impossible, to truly reinvent themselves. (MSNBC -- Business)
Marlborough's student standouts Jul 30, 2009
Hannah Lee of Marlborough has been named to first honors on the Clark University Dean s List. To be eligible for first honors, students must have a grade point average of 3. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
North Andover High Achievers Jul 28, 2009
The following students from North Andover were named to second honors on the Clark University dean s list for outstanding academic achievement during the spring 2009 semester: Gregory MacPhee, Class of 2012; and Jasmin Abraham, Class of 2009. Both MacPhee and Abraham attended North Andover High School. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Reading Scholars Jul 27, 2009
The following local students have been named to second honors on the Clark University dean s list for the spring 2009 semester: Laura Flynn, Class of 2012. Flynn attended Reading Memorial High School; Stephanie Tedesco, Class of 2009. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Bucking a trend: Why recession isn't eating into Panera's profits Jul 23, 2009
While an undergrad at Clark University, he helped open a non-profit convenience store on campus to raise money for charity. That's where it all began. (USA Today -- Money)
Dover and Sherborn education notes Jul 23, 2009
Terrett named to Clark University dean s list Benjamin Terrett of Sherborn has been named to second honors on the Clark University dean s list. This selection marks outstanding academic achievement during the Spring 2009 semester. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Somerville residents earn academic honors from Clark University Jul 22, 2009
The following Somerville students were named to the dean s list at Clark University in Worcester for the spring 2009 semester: Patrick Greer, Class of 2011, graduate of Arlington High School; Nina Eichner, Class of 2012, graduate of Somerville High School; Max Meglio, Class of 2010, graduate of Somerville High School. To be eligible for second honors, students must have a grade point average of 3. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Engagement: Michael Muir, Amy Szetela Jul 22, 2009
The future bride is a 1999 graduate of Bishop Guertin High School and a 2003 graduate of Clark University in Worcester. She recently completed her active duty assignment in the U.S. Army Reserves as a certified combat medic. (Needham Tab, MA)
Tran earns first academic honors from Clark University Jul 21, 2009
Alison Tran of Somerville earned first honors on Clark University dean s list for the spring 2009 semester. Tran, a member of the university s Class of 2012, is a graduate of Somerville High School. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Boston Globe Union Approves Pay Cuts, Clearing Barrier to Newspaper's Sale Jul 21, 2009
The accord removes a potential obstacle to selling the Globe, according to a professor of labor relations at Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts. The newspapers operating loss would reach $85 million this year without further cuts, its publisher said. (Bloomberg)
Watertown honors Jul 16, 2009
The following Watertown students received a degree from Clark University on May 17: Mathew Richard Sisson, master of business administration degree; and Irina Gaziyeva, bachelor of arts degree. Gaziyeva is a graduate of Belmont High School. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Campus cuisine: Dorm cooking, dining hall options Jul 15, 2009
Emmeline Brown, a student at Clark University in Worcester, Mass. writes recipes for the school newspaper, The Scarlet. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Polk Schools get nearly $1 million grant Jul 12, 2009
Dr. Jack Larkin, professor, Clark University, Worcester, Mass. . (Lake Wales News, FL)
A semester in Beijing Jul 12, 2009
After taking a class on Asian religions, the Clark University junior found herself drawn to classes in Chinese language, which eventually led to her spring semester at Beijing Institute of Education in a language immersion program. McManus detailed her trip more fully on her blog. (Boston Globe)
Labor has pivotal role in keeping 787 production in Washington Jul 9, 2009
Extended labor contracts are becoming more common, especially in the recession, and might be a reasonable way for the union to respond to management s need for stability, said Gary Chaison, professor of labor relations at Clark University in Worcester, Mass. Unions are more willing to reach an agreement that s longer, he said, adding that the average collective bargaining agreement is now four to five years. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Former Belmont High hoop star to take part in 18th World Maccabiah Games Jul 8, 2009
Norman himself played four pro seasons in Israel from 1995-1998 after graduating with an MBA from Clark University. The 18th World Maccabiah Games will be the world s third largest international athletic competition. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Arthur Dukakis Jul 7, 2009
He graduated from Clark University and. pursued his graduate studies at George Washington University. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Georgetown student achievements Jul 4, 2009
Ashley E. Harris of Georgetown recently received a Master of Business Administration degree from Clark University. Harris is a graduate of Georgetown Middle-High School. (Georgetown Record, MA)
The evolution of fine whines Jul 4, 2009
That s the theory that sprang, several years ago, from researchers at Worcester s Clark University, led by evolutionary psychologist Nicholas Thompson. Years ago, Thompson took some tapes of babies crying and played them back, by mistake, at the wrong speed. (Boston Globe)
Alzheimer's research yields potential drug target Jul 2, 2009
Additional co-authors are Noel D. Lazo, of the Carlson School of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Clark University; Margaret M. Condron and Gal Bitan, of UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine; and Brandon T. Ruotolo and Carol V. Robinson, of the Department of Chemistry, University of Cambridge. . (EurekAlert!)
Now Hiring: Contract Workers? Jul 1, 2009
"I think it's coming," said Gary Chaison, professor of industrial relations at Clark University in Worcester, Mass. "We might be at the trough of the recession, and we might be heading into a time of large-scale hiring of contract workers.". (BusinessWeek)
Somerville students graduate from Clark University Jul 1, 2009
The following students from Somerville received a degree from Clark University in Worcester on May 17, 2009: Courtney J. Croteau, master of arts; Ellen Haigh O Donnell, doctor of philosophy; Ashley L. Tremonte, bachelor of arts; Michael Ballute, master of business administration; Maura K. Canavan, master of science in professional communication; Jignasha D. Rana, master of arts; and Jacqueline V. Mitchell, bachelor of arts. Clark University is a private, co-educational liberal-arts research... (Somerville Journal, MA)
Rocket Revzin reaches state tennis finals Jun 25, 2009
Revzin wrapped up his stellar freshman campaign with a 7-5, 6-3 loss to Concord-Carlisle sophomore Alex Steinroeder in the individual state final on Saturday at Clark University in Worcester. The result was not a shock for Revzin, who has played Steinroeder numerous times in USTA events but has never beaten the talented Patriot. (Needham Tab, MA)
J. Nelson Clifford Jun 23, 2009
Mr. Clifford was a graduate of Bridgewater State College and Clark University. A ship designer for the Fore River Ship Yard in Quincy during World War II, he also taught at the Montclair Elementary School in Quincy. (Hingham Journal, MA)
New head for Reading Memorial High School Jun 19, 2009
Freedman earned a Masters of Education degree from Lesley College and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Clark University. In the official announcement, Schettini stated, It was very difficult to choose among the five finalists. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Keynotes for June 18 Jun 19, 2009
Seniors, and the college they will be attending, are: Michael Ahearn and Victoria Soal, Boston College; Meghan Avery, University of New Haven; Michael Barry, Corrine Bouchard and Zachary Saunders, University of Massachusetts, Lowell; Nicole Barry, University of New Hampshire; Samuel Brunelle, Bentley University; Julia Burkhart, Quinnipiac University; Samantha Carver, Western New England College; Rachel Caty, Kara Clifford, Sean Culhane, Patrick Tomczyk and Alexander Berry, University of... (Hudson Sun, MA)
More Hudson High graduates favor state schools Jun 19, 2009
Meuse, Nicole Clark University. Michela, Laura University of Maryland. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Hamilton-Wenham tennis coach Joe Maher revels in state championship Jun 18, 2009
Hamilton-Wenham tennis coach Joe Maher and his six-year-old son Jay celebrate with first doubles player and senior Nick Petrou after their win against Mt. Greylock for the Division 3 State Championship at Clark University in Worcester on Thursday, June 11. Hamilton-Wenham tennis coach Joe Maher revels in state championship. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Needham Bulletin Board (June 11) Jun 16, 2009
This 70-mile ride will begin at Clark University in Worcester and end at Hellenic College in Brookline, and allows participants a way to support the Society s critical mission to save lives and create more birthdays by helping people stay well and get well, by finding cures and by fighting back against cancer. The first 20 miles of the route takes riders from Worcester through Oxford, Millbury and Sutton, and then north to the halfway point in Hopkinton. (Needham Tab, MA)
Athletes of the Week: Taylor, Ironside pull doubles duty Jun 16, 2009
In addition to helping the Raiders reach the Division 1 state final Wednesday against Algonquin (a 4-1 loss), the Ironside and Taylor combo won the South Sectional individual title and will play in the state semifinals on Saturday at Clark University (10:30 a.m.) with the chance to play for a state title. Not only are they yet to drop a match (including the state finals), the pair has lost only one set together (also in the state finals). (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
D-S girls tennis wins Division 3 state title Jun 16, 2009
Seventeen years later, the Raiders scaled the mountain in the sport again by knocking off West champion South Hadley, 5-0, in Wednesday s Div. 3 state final at Clark University. The win capped an incredible season for D-S, which finished with a 21-0 mark. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Steinroeder wins state singles title Jun 16, 2009
Two days after the Concord-Carlisle boys tennis team won its second straight MIAA Division 1 state title, its first singles player, Alex Steinroeder, won the state individual singles championship and the first doubles team of George King and Hayden Callahan reached the finals before capturing second at Clark University ... A familiar face at Clark University was Alan Brazier, who coached the C-C boys team to a Division 2 state championship in 2001 and a spot in the Division 1 North finals in... (Concord Journal, MA)
Back-to-back: Boys tennis team repeats as state champs Jun 16, 2009
The two doubles teams will meet again on Saturday in the individual state tournament at Clark University. The team winning is the most important thing, Callahan said. (Concord Journal, MA)
D-S triumphs over Lynnfield, advances to state finals Jun 16, 2009
champ South Hadley Wednesday (3:30 p.m.) at Clark University. Lynnfield ends the season 20-1. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
John Trakas, WWII hero, prominent Boston doctor Jun 16, 2009
"Johnny commandeered a truck on his own authority and piled in our wounded," said Billias, now 89 and a retired Clark University history professor. "This is while fighting is going on and shelling is going on around us. We finally got out of Baston and joined our division. He's really a hero.". (Boston Globe)
State Tennis: Double trouble Jun 16, 2009
Senior Mitch Henry and junior Gordon Peters, who played first doubles this year for coach Mike Sabin, knocked off Concord-Carlisle's George King and Hayden Callahan 4-6, 7-6 (7-4), 6-4 to win the boys doubles final at Clark University. For Henry and Peters, who went 9-1 this year, there was a measure of redemption against King and Callahan, who beat the Wellesley pair for their only loss in three sets at the state team semifinals. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Boys tennis wraps up great run Jun 16, 2009
But to Lawrence, his season isn t really over yet as Revzin plays in the individual state semifinals this Saturday morning, at Clark University in Worcester, against Nate Davis of Algonquin. If Revzin wins, he ll play for the state title later Saturday afternoon, against the winner Concord-Carlisle s Alex Steinroeder and Mitch Dobek of St. Mary s of Westfield. (Needham Tab, MA)
Exonerated man chooses forgiveness over bitterness Jun 16, 2009
Johnson, a Clark University graduate, was named as a suspect. He became a suspect because of an earlier rape charge that was dismissed because he couldn t be picked out of a lineup and because the victim stated that her attacker was uncircumcised. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Attorney John P. Matheson announces candidacy for Ward 3 City Council Jun 5, 2009
I earned a BA with honors in political science from the University of Massachusetts via Clark University. In 2001 I earned a Juris Doctor Degree from Rutgers University School of Law in Camden, N.J., followed by a Masters Degree in business from Suffolk University in 2007. (Malden Observer, MA)
GM enters bankruptcy protection Jun 2, 2009
Gary Chaison, Clark University ... Car industry analyst Gary Chaison, a professor of labour relations at Clark University, said the GM announcement marked the end of an era. (BBC News -- Business)
A new reality looms for UAW in GM bankruptcy Jun 1, 2009
Gary Chaison, professor of industrial relations at Clark University in Worcester, Mass. said UAW retirees will gain influence. (USA Today -- Autos)
An icon collapses as GM declares bankruptcy Monday Jun 1, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " GM has already begun a major restructuring of its operations that will "allow the company to move toward profitability even if the auto market recovers slowly," senior administration officials said. The largest US automaker will close 11 plants and idle three others as it slashes its operating costs in order to lower its break-even point by 40 per cent in terms of overall US industry sales. The US government will provide an additional 30.1 billion... (Channelnewsasia.com)
