Fred Starner; folk singer celebrated hobo culture Nov 19, 2009
Dr. Starner was a professor at Drew University in New Jersey when he served as a singer and deckhand on the first crew of the sloop Clearwater, launched by Seeger in 1969 to travel New York s Hudson River and spread the gospel of environmentalism ... Political activism cost him his first teaching job, at Drew University, Dr. Starner later said. (Boston Globe)
Pioneer Men Win Six Medals at Big One Tournament Nov 10, 2009
Justin Dion is Men's Epee Champion. Justin Dion won the epee competition Saturday. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
Black Barbershop Health Outreach Program Teams With Medical Technology Leaders Entra Health Systems and Vasamed to Provide Improved Access to Care for African American Men Nov 7, 2009
Dr. Releford is a podiatric surgeon who specializes in diabetic limb salvage to help reduce the extraordinarily high number of diabetes-related amputations in high-risk populations and is Associate Professor at Charles Drew University in Los Angeles ... The Diabetic Amputation Prevention Foundation's Black Barbershop Health Outreach Program, is sponsored in part by a grant from The Centers for Disease and Control and in collaboration with Charles Drew University, UCLA and Congresswoman Maxine... (Primezone Releases)
Fencing Announces 2009-10 Schedule That Includes Three Home Meets Nov 1, 2009
The Bulldogs are back at home the following weekend for two dual meets, against Sacred Heart University and Drew University. The meets will take place on Jan. 30, also in the fencing salon at Payne Whitney. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
NH judge refuses to dismiss poetry program lawsuit Oct 27, 2009
The case is a dispute "over poetry in motion," U.S. District Court Judge Joseph Laplante wrote Friday in denying Drew University's request to either dismiss the lawsuit or move it to a New Jersey court ... Drew University argued that the New Hampshire court lacked jurisdiction over it and that Drew officials never traveled to New Hampshire. (Concord Monitor)
Feelings of stigmatization may discourage HIV patients from proper care Oct 22, 2009
Study co-authors include Mitchell D. Wong, Janni J. Kinsler and William Cunningham, all of UCLA, and David Martins of Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science ... Researchers in the division have close working relationships with economists, statisticians, social scientists and other specialists throughout UCLA and frequently collaborate with their counterparts at the RAND Corp. and the Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science. (EurekAlert!)
Angolan President Honored By Charles Drew U And The Africa Society Sep 30, 2009
Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science and the Washington, D.C.-based Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa will honor Angolan President Jose Eduardo dos Santos at Embrace Africa & America, a special program and reception on the university s campus at noon on Friday, Oct. 2. During the program, Dr. Keith C. Norris, Charles Drew University s Interim President, will confer an honorary doctoral degree on President Jose Eduardo dos Santos ... In addition to Dr. Norris, the program... (allAfrica.com)
AIDS Healthcare Foundation's First 'AHF Blair Underwood Healthcare Center' to Open in DC Sep 22, 2009
Cynthia Davis, MPH, Assistant Professor and HIV Testing Program Director, Drew University. Mobile Testing Units, Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science, Los Angeles. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ted Goble, 84; spiritual man became career FBI agent Sep 17, 2009
he enrolled in 1942 at Brothers College, the theological school of what is now Drew University in Madison, N.J., planning to be a Methodist minister. Mr. Goble joined the Navy to fight in World War II, assigned to the USS Bainbridge in Guam. (Boston Globe)
* Teens take over the Internet Sep 13, 2009
com) American Stephen Yellin began blogging as a 13-year-old under the alias Mr Liberal but now, aged 21 and at Drew University in New Jersey, he writes as much under his own name both for his own blog and the online political magazine, the Daily Kos. Precociously assured. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Obituaries in the news Sep 10, 2009
He gave $5 million to Drew University while Kean was president, and gave generously to Peddie School, a private boarding school in Hightstown. Caspersen led a record-setting fundraising drive for Harvard Law School and a room at the library there bears his name. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Fusion Arts Exchange ends in concert Aug 13, 2009
W]hat we re going to hear [tonight are] a collection of different pieces that may have started as an assignment within the class, said Trevor Weston, director of the Fusion Arts ensemble and guest professor from Drew University. The students played the flute, piano, viola, guitar, violoncello, bass trombone and percussion. (Northeastern News, MA)
MARSHFIELD AROUND TOWN: Help make park a reality Aug 6, 2009
STUDENTS MAKE THE DEAN S LIST The following Marshfield residents were named to the dean s list for the spring 2009 semester at their respective college or university: West Virginia University, Tim Gomperts; Stonehill College, Lindsay A. Henry, Courtney A. Sullivan, Mark B. Thompson and Thomas J. Travers; Villanova University's College of Engineering, Kyra Holmquest, a sophomore; Drew University, Shannon Daley; University of Vermont, Meaghan Gill, a junior studio art major; Fitchburg State... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Needham residents join Teach for America Jul 28, 2009
The two recruits are Benjamin Mark, a graduate of Needham High School, Class of 2005, and Denison University, Class of 2009; and Seth Gorenstein, a graduate of Needham High School, Class of 2005, and Drew University, Class of 2009. Mark and Gorenstein join Teach For America s incoming corps of 4,100 teachers, the largest in its 20-year history. (Needham Tab, MA)
Scituate student news Jul 25, 2009
Dienel named to Drew University dean s list Drew University student Robin Dienel of Scituate has been named to the dean s list for the 2009 spring semester. In order to qualify for the dean s list, students must earn a grade-point average of 3. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Cronkite: Jimmy Carter 'Smartest President' Jul 23, 2009
According to MRC, at a 2003 forum at Drew University the Daily Record of Parsippany, New Jersey reported that Cronkite said he feared the war [U.S. invasion of Iraq] would not go smoothly, ripped the 'arrogance' of Bush and his administration and wondered whether the new U.S. doctrine of 'pre-emptive war' might lead to unintended, dire consequences ... The Drew University remarks were recounted in MRCs Walter Cronkite: Liberal Media Icon in its self-styled category of Denouncing... (Newsmax)
2008-09 Sports Highlights Jul 11, 2009
The first win came against Drew University on September 20, 2008 in Madison, New Jersey as the Panthers fought their way to a 2-1 win. The next day they followed up with another victory, recording their first home triumph in an exciting 3-2 overtime victory against Ramapo. (Aupanthers.com)
Race origins and health disparites Jun 27, 2009
Nina T. Harawa, MPH, PhD is a researcher at Charles Drew University ... Nina T. Harawa, an Assistant Professor and researcher at Charles Drew University, says today's disparities are linked to many factors, including economics, access to health care and the impact of living in a race conscious society. (EurekAlert!)
Needham Neighbors (June 25) Jun 24, 2009
Residents named to Drew University dean s list. Drew University, Madison, N.J., has named the following Needham students to its dean s list for the spring semester. (Needham Tab, MA)
Nicotine May Help Spur 'Prediabetes' Jun 16, 2009
In a society news release, study author Dr. Theodore Friedman, chief of the division of endocrinology, metabolism and molecular medicine at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science in Los Angeles, noted that smokers tend to face a higher diabetes risk, even though "smoking causes weight loss, which should protect against heart disease.". But prior studies have shown smokers to be more insulin-resistant, which leads to higher blood-sugar levels. (MEDLINEplus)
Tewksbury church welcomes new pastor Jun 3, 2009
The Rev. Dr. Jones is a graduate of Loyola University, Andover Newton Theological School, and holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from Emory University and a Doctor of Philosophy degree from Drew University. Rev. Jones has been a pastor for 20 years and has served on various religious and civic committees at the local and national levels. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
1000+ L.A. Students Respond to the Call of the Teach Africa Youth Forum May 28, 2009
His Excellency Cyrille S. Oguin, Ambassador of the Republic of Benin The Honorable Mervyn M. Dymally, Director, Urban Health Institute, Charles Drew University School of Medicine and Science Andrew Apter, Director of UCLA's African Studies Center Aleta Williams, Senior Educational Advisor, USAID Gmakahn Browne, Outreach and Communications Manager, SAIC Bernadette Paolo, President & CEO of The Africa Society Aric Noboa, Executive Producer, Discovery Channel Global Education Partnership Luddy... (allAfrica.com)
the death of Khalif Williams, 19, May 16, 2009
of gun on campusMORRISTOWN: A grand jury yesterday indicted two Newark men who, according to police, were caught with a loaded handgun on the Drew University campus in December. Fuquan Cromwell and James Grate, both 22 when they were arrested, were indicted by a grand jury in Superior Court in Morristown on charges of kidnapping, carjacking, robbery and weapons offenses. (NJ.com -- News)
Rev. Donald Jones; minister mentored Secretary Clinton Apr 28, 2009
MADISON, N.J. - Drew University professor and Methodist minister Donald G. Jones, who was spiritual mentor for a young Hillary Rodham Clinton, died Thursday at age 78. University spokesman David Muha said Rev. Jones - who taught social ethics for 36 years at the Madison school - died at Morristown Memorial Hospital of natural causes. (Boston Globe)
A noteworthy encounter Apr 17, 2009
I had just graduated from the Theological Seminary at Drew University in Madison, N.J. In June 1961 my first church was the Methodist church in East Hampton, N.Y. One July afternoon after I had just returned home from spending the morning with the children of the church at Vacation Bible School, I received an urgent call from a man who said he needed spiritual help. Since he had no means of transportation, he gave me directions to his house. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
WVC Trio Leading Bucknell Baseball Apr 4, 2009
COLLINI SOLID Senior Lauren Collini (Dallas) is doing the job for the Drew University softball team both on the mound and at the plate. Collini is 2-3 with a 2. (Bucknellbison.com)
Kosuke Koyama; wrote of Christian, Asian values Apr 3, 2009
Rev. Koyama graduated from Tokyo Union Theological Seminary in 1952 and earned a bachelor's degree from Drew University in 1954 and a doctorate from Princeton Theological Seminary in 1959. From 1974 to 1978, he lectured at the University of Otago in New Zealand. (Boston Globe)
Around Town - Show support for the playground Apr 2, 2009
The following Marshfield residents were named to the dean s list for the fall 2008 semester at their respective colleges or universities: Western New England College, David R. McAlear, senior, marketing communication/advertising; and Alexander H. Langley, freshman, engineering; Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Mary McCorry, freshman, biomedical engineering; Fairfield University, Stephanie Jones, marketing; Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, Alexander Munoz;Mount Ida College, Leo Flynn;... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Study quantifies racial disparities in cancer mortality rates between blacks and whites Mar 22, 2009
Researchers in the division have close working relationships with economists, statisticians, social scientists and other specialists throughout UCLA and frequently collaborate with their counterparts at the RAND Corp. and the Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science. . (EurekAlert!)
Private colleges still have questions about new GI Bill Mar 19, 2009
Even with much of the fine print still unwritten, a steady stream of private colleges, including Drew University in Madison, N.J., George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and St. Francis University in Loretto, Pa. have announced that they also intended to participate in the plan, called the Yellow Ribbon Program. (USA Today)
Chinn Places Eighth at NCAA Regionals Mar 19, 2009
Lauren Chinn finished in 8th at the NCAA Regional (Hopkinssports.com)
Wieder Breaks Wins Record at NCAA Regionals Mar 17, 2009
Max Wieder broke the school single-season Sabre wins record with 106 (Hopkinssports.com)
Ziechmann Qualifies For Fourth NCAA Championship Mar 11, 2009
Ziechmann sealed his qualification with a seventh-place finish at the Mid-Atlantic/South Regionals last Saturday at Drew University in Madison, N.J. NCAA Championship berths are allocated based on a formula that takes into account performance both in the regional meet and during the regular season. "I expect Bobby to do well at NCAA's," UNC coach said. (Tarheelblue.com)
Fencers qualify 18 for national championship Mar 8, 2009
Following the conclusion of the Mid-Atlantic South Regional competition at Drew University Saturday night, Penn State fencing coach Emmanuil Kaidanov had only one word to describe the play of his Nittany Lion squad -- "outstanding.". The Penn State team qualified 18 fencers total, 12 who will participate and six who will act as alternates in the NCAA Championship , which takes place at Penn State's Multi-Sport Facility from March 19-22. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Berkey earns all-conference team honors Mar 4, 2009
Berkey, a former Shanksville-Stonycreek standout, was a second team all-conference selection after averaging 13. 3 rebounds this season. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Johns Hopkins Takes Bronze at MACFA Championships Mar 1, 2009
Hopkins returns to action on Saturday, March 7 at the NCAA Regionals at Drew University in Madison, NJ.. . (Hopkinssports.com)
Juniata’s Berkey named ECAC Player of the Week Feb 19, 2009
Berkey, who earned Landmark Conference Player of the Week honors on Monday, produced a career-high 29 points in Juniata s 79-75 overtime win over Drew University, including eight of the Eagles 13 points in the extra frame. He was 7-of-12 from the field against the Rangers, with an 11-of-12 mark at the free throw line. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
