Men's Tennis Reaches Three Finals Matches at Stony Brook Invitational Oct 12, 2009
Moving on to the quarterfinals against Andrew Peters of Middlebury College, Rummel dropped a closely contested first set before coming back to take the final two in a hard-fought 6-7 (11-13), 6-3, 10-7 win. He came back once again in the semifinals, storming back in a 1-6, 6-3, 10-8 decision over Andrey Boldarev of Concordia College. (Goseawolves.org)
3 regional colleges praised for sustainability Oct 8, 2009
The University of New Hampshire, Middlebury College in Vermont and the College of the Atlantic in Maine all received A- scores on the Sustainable Endowments Institute's annual report card. The group evaluated the colleges and universities with the 300 largest endowments in the United States and Canada, as well as 32 additional schools that applied for inclusion. (Concord Monitor)
Hauschka gets his kicks with NFL's Baltimore Ravens Oct 8, 2009
The homecoming was just the latest high point in a five-year odyssey that has taken him from football neophyte kicking at Division III Middlebury College to the game s highest level. The 24-year-old Hauschka s story is well documented in these parts but for those unfamiliar, here s the Cliffs Notes version. (Needham Tab, MA)
Universities Versus Liberal Arts Co... Oct 3, 2009
This idea is evident in the About Middlebury section of the Middlebury College website; The central purpose of a Middlebury education, the article states, is precisely to transcend oneself and one's own concerns. Some students may be wary of the comparatively steep costs of some liberal arts institutions. (Suite101.com)
BC High grads from Marshfield head to college Oct 1, 2009
3 grade-point-average and was among the top academic performers at his school, left at the beginning of September for his new digs at Middlebury College in Vermont. I ve always worked hard and that s what pre-med is about, the 18-year-old Marshfield native said. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Nelson: Drinking age of 21 saves lives Sep 30, 2009
In a September 16 on CNN.com, Amethyst Initiative leader John McCardell, a former president of Middlebury College, proposes lowering the drinking age, which he suggests will lead to less drinking and related problems among college students. History and a comprehensive review of the research tell a much different story. (CNN -- US)
College Sports Sep 23, 2009
Colby College sophomore Tommy Kimball (Washington) played in the Middlebury College Invitational on Saturday, losing in the first round of the A-flight singles to Middlebury's Andrew Lee (2,1) and then in the consolation round to Matt Bettles of Bates (3. 3). (Voices, CT)
Bethel doctor wins 'genius award' for work in Africa Sep 23, 2009
" Seaman received her undergraduate degree at Middlebury College in Vermont, and her medical degree at the University of Washington's School of Medicine in 1979. She started practicing in Bethel a couple of years later. "I couldn't think of a more deserving person," Dr. Ellen Hodges, YKHC chief of staff, said. "She's very compassionate, as you may have imagined. She stays late and comes in early and always puts the patient first, which out in rural areas is very important because people have to... (Anchorage Daily News)
Admins: Princeton Review rank accurate Sep 23, 2009
Other schools featured in the category include Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Middlebury College, Smith College, Barnard College, St. Michaels College and Clemson University. Justin Carroll, associate vice chancellor for students and dean of students, also noted the role of students feedback in the Universitys high quality of life ranking. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
We need to ask how it came so unstuck Sep 19, 2009
This is the charge made by David Colander, of Middlebury College in Vermont, and six other American and European academics in a much-quoted paper, The Financial Crisis and the Systemic Failure of Academic Economics, that's come to be known as the Dahlem report. One implication of this is that, despite its pretensions to the contrary, economics isn't very scientific. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The Basij-Rasikh siblings look to shape Afghanistan’s future Sep 19, 2009
Shabana, a Middlebury College junior, is double-majoring in international studies and women-and-gender studies. In her spare time she runs the nonprofit organization Hela ( hope in their native Pashto), which is raising money to build a high school for girls in her ancestral village of Qalatik, in Laghman Province. (Boston Globe)
McCardell: Drinking age of 21 doesn't work Sep 17, 2009
Editor's note: John M. McCardell Jr., president emeritus at Middlebury College, is founder and president of Choose Responsibility, a nonprofit organization that seeks to engage the public in debate over the effects of the 21-year-old drinking age. John McCardell says the 21-year-old drinking age isn't preventing widespread binge drinking. (CNN -- US)
Tomato Festivals cropping up Sep 11, 2009
At Sunday's Harvest Wine Auction at Cline Cellars, Nancy Cline greeted guests as they registered in Cline's barrel room, confiding to me that her daughter, Emma, had just left early that morning for her final year at Middlebury College in Vermont, leaving mom in tears, of course. Emma, by the way, is a multi-talented writer having succeeded this summer at Bread Loaf Writers' Conference. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
ODU One of 17 schools to launch football between 2010 and 2013 Sep 8, 2009
Besides Alaska, Vermont was the only state without a football program at a public college, and the other two football-playing colleges, Norwich University and Middlebury College, either required an interest in the military or a steep financial commitment. The school administrators wanted to give young student-athletes an option to stay in state and playing football. (Odusports.com)
Colleges find juicy titles swell enrollment Sep 8, 2009
The titles are much more playful than before, no doubt about it, said Bob Cluss, a biochemistry professor and dean of curriculum at Middlebury College. I think it has to do with a younger generation of faculty who understand it s an opportunity to catch students eyes. (Boston Globe)
Men's Basketball names Koby Altman graduate assistant coach Sep 4, 2009
Altman played collegiately at Middlebury College in Vermont, where he was a three-year starter at point guard. After college, he worked for three years in real estate investment sales for Friedman-Roth Realty Corp. in New York. (Siusalukis.com)
COHASSET ENGAGEMENT / Noon-Simon Aug 30, 2009
The groom-to-be is a graduate of Milton Academy, Middlebury College and Harvard Business School. He is currently a Vice President at Acadian Asset Management in Boston. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Volleyball has good shot at title Aug 29, 2009
Caitlin will head to Middlebury College this fall and play alongside sister Lauren, who will be a junior. After three years at Gettysburg College, Molly Barrett will finish her career at Connecticut College this season. (Medfield Press, MA)
Vermont Gov. Says He Won't Seek Re-election Aug 28, 2009
A fixture in Vermont politics since 1972, when he was elected to the House as a 21-year-old fresh out of Middlebury College, Douglas went on to serve as secretary of state and state treasurer before being elected governor in 2002. A fiscal conservative and social moderate, Douglas, 58, has endured a rocky relationship with the state's Democrat-controlled Legislature, most recently losing a veto override vote on the issue of gay marriage. (Newsmax)
Prouty - Woodrow Aug 28, 2009
She received her bachelor of arts degree in American literature and French from Middlebury College in Vermont ... He also received a bachelor of arts degree from Middlebury College in economics and philosophy. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Vermont Gov. Won't Seek Re-Election Aug 28, 2009
A fixture in Vermont politics since 1972, when he was elected to the House of Representatives as a 21-year-old fresh out of Middlebury College, Douglas went on to serve as secretary of state and state treasurer before being elected governor in 2002. MMIX The Associated Press. (CBS News -- Politics)
Vt. governor won’t seek reelection Aug 28, 2009
A fixture in Vermont politics since 1972, when he was elected to the House of Representatives as a 21-year-old fresh out of Middlebury College, Douglas went on to serve as secretary of state and state treasurer before being elected governor in 2002. Douglas listed several of his accomplishments, including his e-state initiative to expand cellphone and broadband Internet service in a small, rural state; his efforts, which have seen mixed success, to rein in lawmakers appetite for spending; an... (Boston Globe)
Anza Trail students Caity Beyer, left, Joshua Lee and Taylor Tellez work on laptop computers recently donated to the school by Raytheon. Photo by JEANNIE APPLEGATE | SPECIAL TO THE SAHUARITA SUN Aug 27, 2009
Lynda Robinson, a counselor at Sahuarita High School, attended a five-day program last month hosted by Middlebury College and Williams College, two of the country s oldest and most selective liberal arts colleges. The program focused on opportunities available to students from diverse backgrounds and limited family resources to access top colleges. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Three with Yale Ties to Enter New England Basketball Hall of Fame Aug 27, 2009
As head coach at Division III Middlebury College from 1987-94, Amy Backus racked up a career record of 106-41 ... Backus has earned additional recognition from the New England Basketball Hall of Fame for her association with the women s basketball program at Middlebury College, which will receive the Scholar-Athlete Honor Program Award. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Princeton Ties Harvard, Reclaiming Top Spot in U.S. News College Rankings Aug 20, 2009
Middlebury College, in Middlebury, Vermont, and Wellesley College, in Wellesley, Massachusetts, were tied for fourth. College presidents have criticized the rankings as distorting the admissions process by leading students to look at the list and not whether a school fits their needs. (Bloomberg -- US)
Susan Akerson Aug 15, 2009
She was a member of the Class of 1967 at Wellesley High School, graduated from Middlebury College in 1971 with a B.A. in Psychology and received her Master of Science in Accounting from Northeastern University in 1986. A Massachusetts CPA Exam Gold Medalist, Susan worked in accounting firms and companies in the fields of engineering, health care, and research and development. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
EVERYDAY MARVILLS: For Sparks, childcare spans the globe Aug 13, 2009
Sparks graduated in 1965 after majoring in medieval Renaissance and European history at Middlebury College. I applied to the Peace Corps as a senior, says Sparks. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Fusion Arts Exchange ends in concert Aug 13, 2009
Brian Robison, academic director for FAX and professor at Middlebury College in Vermont, said De Ritis modeled the program after one they had participated in as students in France of 1991. It was a tremendous experience for us, Robison said. (Northeastern News, MA)
College athletes often underinsured Aug 12, 2009
At Middlebury College in Vermont, a Division III institution, all varsity athletes and students in club sports have accident insurance paid for by the college, said Tom Corbin, Middlebury's business manager. Comments. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Cuts to save College $20 million Aug 6, 2009
When the Middlebury College Board of Trustees convenes for its annual spring meeting from May 7 to May 9, money will be at the forefront of its discussions, especially the $20 million in budget cuts Old Chapel is planning for the next academic year. "By and large, we're going to devote most of our time to talking about the financial situation," said President of the College Ronald D. Liebowitz, "and how we're doing in terms of our budget cuts, in terms of our projections for next year, in terms... (Middlebury College -- The Campus, VT)
Twitter takes College, classes by surprise Aug 6, 2009
have in common with National Public Radio, Shaquille O'Neal, Lance Armstrong, Jimmy Fallon, Coldplay, the United Nations and now, Middlebury College. They are all using the Web's fastest-growing social network, Twitter, to share news and ideas en masse at lightning speeds. (Middlebury College -- The Campus, VT)
MARSHFIELD AROUND TOWN: Help make park a reality Aug 6, 2009
He is attending Middlebury College in Vermont this summer to participate in a nine-week Mandarin immersion course. In September, he will move to Taipei, Taiwan, to work and to study at National Taiwan University. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Donnelly hopes MHS success continues at Middlebury Jul 30, 2009
Now a Medfield graduate, Donnelly will look to continue his success this fall as a member of the Middlebury College football program. A three-year defensive starter for the Warriors, Donnelly could be an impact player immediately for the Panthers. (Medfield Press, MA)
Vt. Dancers Mourn Merce Cunningham Jul 28, 2009
His techniques are regularly taught at schools including Bennington College and Middlebury College ... Penny Campbell, a member of the Middlebury College dance faculty, says, "It was like the man was ageless! He just was still this engaged, present artist who was in love with making dance material.". (WCAX.com, VT)
Watertown business notes Jul 24, 2009
Holden joins law firm Evan Holden, Watertown High School Class of 2001, graduate of Middlebury College and Boston College School of Law, has joined the Boston firm of Campbell, Campbell, Edwards and Conroy, where he is an associate in the firm s litigation department. Loading commenting interface. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Haines left enduring legacy at UAA Jul 21, 2009
He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Middlebury College in 1943, a Master of Arts degree from Columbia Teachers College in 1950 and a Ph. D. in educational administration from Washington State University in 1961. (Anchorage Daily News)
Wellesley achievements: July 6 Jul 15, 2009
Alexandra S. Bornstein and Emily V. Pinto, both of Wellesley, were named college scholars during the spring term at Middlebury College, Middlebury, Vt. To be named a college scholar is the highest recognition for academic achievement at Middlebury College. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Hilary Smith Upped to Senior Vice President, Communications, NBC Universal Women & Lifestyle Entertainment Networks Jul 15, 2009
She is a graduate of Middlebury College with a Bachelors in English. NBC Universal's Women & Lifestyles Entertainment Networks division is a powerful combination of media assets, including Oxygen Media, "Green is Universal," , iVillage and Bravo Media. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
COHASSET ENGAGEMENT: Johnston - McConathy Jul 14, 2009
Both are graduates of Middlebury College, where they met in 2001. The bride-to-be graduated from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College in June 2009. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Harry Potter fans play real-life Quidditch Jul 12, 2009
And thats what Alex Benepe, 22, thought when his friend Xander Manshel came up with the idea of an intramural Quidditch team their freshman year at Middlebury College in Vermont. Four years later, he has graduated, but still heads up the Intercollegiate Quidditch Association (collegequidditch. (Fresno Bee)
Campus clips Jul 10, 2009
Ryan Bates, son of Jeff and Debbie Bates of Danvers, was named to the dean s list for the spring 2009 term at Middlebury College. The dean s list is the second-highest recognition for academic achievement at the liberal arts institution in Vermont. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Athens Academy faculty honors grads Jul 8, 2009
This award is presented to two senior class members who have "demonstrated academic strength, commitment to learning and overall excellence during their years at Athens Academy." Cummings was named valedictorian for the Class of 2009 and will attend Middlebury College in the fall. Young was named salutatorian and will attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as a Carolina Scholar. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Bay Area Youth to Represent ALS Patients at Giants' and Angels' Baseball Games on July 4th Jul 4, 2009
After his diagnosis, he returned to Middlebury College and graduated with honors in May of 2008. He currently is the assistant tennis coach for the Piedmont High School Men's and Women's Tennis Teams. (PR Newswire)
Spotted®: The focus is on you! Jul 4, 2009
Cummings was named valedictorian for the Class of 2009 and will attend Middlebury College in the fall. Young was named salutatorian and will attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as a Carolina Scholar. (Athens Banner-Herald)
MARSHFIELD AROUND TOWN: You can support playground Jul 3, 2009
He recently graduated from Boston College High School, and will attend Middlebury College in the fall. LOOMIS EARNS MASTERS. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Art Museum names new CEO Jul 2, 2009
He is a graduate of Middlebury College and has a master s degrees from New York University and Yale University. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, has works of art that span 2,000 years, housed in more than 200 galleries. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
James Howard Kunstler on Michael Jackson as America Jul 2, 2009
The Man in the Mirror - Clusterfuck Nation. Clusterfuck Nation Comment on Current Events by the Author of "The Long Emergency". (Harper's Magazine)
University presidents question drinking age Jun 30, 2009
The Amethyst Initiative was started by Choose Responsibly, a movement founded by John McCardell, the former president of Middlebury College. According to Grace Kronenberg, a representative from the Amethyst Initiative, the movement has gained support from college administrators because alcohol use on campuses is a broad issue that impacts all campuses. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
A vacation from anxiety Jun 29, 2009
As Christopher Reeves said in a commencement address at Middlebury College in 2004, Paralysis is a choice. I went from risk-averse to Adventure Girl in what seemed like a nanosecond with a new policy of saying yes to every opportunity. (Boston Globe)
Bernanke Grilling May Undermine Plan to Give Fed Powers Over Systemic Risk Jun 26, 2009
The Fed chairman has probably spent a week or 10 days preparing for this, which is not his job, said , a former New York Fed official who now teaches at Middlebury College in Vermont. Having the chairman of the Federal Reserve in the middle of this diverts from the basic monetary policy job that he has to do. (Bloomberg -- US)
William Sharp; prepared generation of students for stage Jun 26, 2009
After leaving Stanford, Dr. Sharp spent a year as a visiting professor of drama at Middlebury College in Vermont. From 1966 until 1976, Dr. Sharp directed a summer theater program at the Bread Loaf School of English, part of Middlebury. (Boston Globe)
Driscoll an All-America pick for Patriot boys lax Jun 26, 2009
This fall, Driscoll will attend Middlebury College. A DCL all-star receiver on the C-C football team, he will play football and lacrosse as a freshman. (Concord Journal, MA)
L-S hands out awards to underclassmen Jun 20, 2009
Middlebury College Book Award Alexandra Young Regis College Allison Rottman. Smith College Book Award Sophie Griswold. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
CEO of Virgin Mobile USA Joins Flextronics' Board Jun 19, 2009
He holds an M.B.A. from New York University and a bachelor's degree from Middlebury College. Flextronics also announced that Ajay Shah will retire from the Board at the Company's 2009 Annual General Meeting. (PR Newswire)
Ah-ah-ah-choo! Orgasms make her nose stuffy Jun 16, 2009
Then, later, it gets unlodged and: "Presto! She gets better. Josephson explained that polyps can be caused by tissue inflammation following infection also perhaps allergies and then remain long after the infection has passed. They arent necessarily precursors to cancer, like colon polyps can be, so dont worry too much, but to find out if you have them, see an otolaryngologist. If they can be removed, you may find you can breathe easier even when you arent all flushed and... (MSNBC -- Health)
You Can Quote Me Jun 16, 2009
September 7, 2008 - Eric Davis, Middlebury College Political Scientist. June 8, 2008 - T.J. Donovan, Chittenden County State's Attorney. (WCAX.com, VT)
Technology to keep students, parents in touch Jun 16, 2009
That forced students "to learn to turn to people other than your parents," said Barbara Hofer, a professor of psychology at Middlebury College in Vermont. "It's part of growing up, part of becoming an independent person.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Baird adds major chains to retail coverage Jun 5, 2009
Prior to joining Baird this year, Benedict was a senior research analyst covering retail hardlines at Wachovia Securities and at CIBC. He earned his bachelor s degree in economics from Middlebury College and his MBA from Columbia Business School. In addition to Benedict, Baird s consumer and retail analysts include: Mitch Kummetz, active/outdoor; Erika Maschmeyer, consumer and retail softlines; Craig Kennison, consumer/automotive services; and David Tarantino, restaurants. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
The One Thing Jun 3, 2009
He moved to Vermont and attended Middlebury College, where he studied political science and also took time to host a campus radio show called "Bedknobs and Beatniks," described in one write-up as "a format of music, news, discussion and banter.". He graduated college in 2000 and then it was onto a pair of non-profit think tanks: the Center for Global Development and the Center for American Progress. (Fox News)
Show or Tell Jun 1, 2009
PHOTOGRAPH: MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE ARCHIVES. Page. (New Yorker)
Enjoying the view from the top of the class May 31, 2009
College: Middlebury College. Career interest: Economics. (Athens Banner-Herald)
America's top 20 party schools May 30, 2009
The book has 62 categories in all, including: Best Professors, Middlebury College in Vermont, Tastiest Campus Food, Wheaton College in Illinois, and Best Dorms, Loyola College in Maryland. The students happiest with their financial aid attend Princeton University, which also tops the list for the most beautiful campus, the survey found. (FOX 11, AZ)
Weeks from retirement, library director shares her memories May 29, 2009
Barbara Powell graduated from Middlebury College in 1962 with dreams of being a hardcore journalist in the big city. Her father, however, told her one of two things would happen: Either she d be treated as an equal and covering crime in Harlem, which her father would forbid, or she d be assigned to the home page, writing housewifey features. (Concord Journal, MA)
McGivney/DeLeo May 23, 2009
He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Middlebury College and will receive his Medical Doctor degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School this June. Mr. DeLeo will undertake a year of Internal Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital before beginning his residency in Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Pennsylvania in June of 2010. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
North Andover student-organized race raises $500 for girls in Afghanistan May 21, 2009
Basij-Rasikh made the drive down from Middlebury College in Vermont to cheer people on. According to Morrissey, organizers Couture and Choi said the event was special to them because they felt they were helping someone they know. (North Andover Citizen, MA)