Trailblazing surgeon and researcher dies Jul 13, 2008
The Lake Charles native received his undergraduate degree from Tulane University in 1930 ... But first he was on the faculty at the Tulane University School of Medicine from 1937 to 1948. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Pioneering heart doctor Michael DeBakey dead at 99 Jul 13, 2008
He received his bachelor's and medical degrees from Tulane University in New Orleans. He recalled in 1999 that when he finished medical school in 1932, "there was virtually nothing you could do for heart disease. If a patient came in with a heart attack, it was up to God.". (International Herald Tribune)
Post-Katrina, New Orleans coming back more Hispanic Jul 13, 2008
The joint study by Tulane University in New Orleans and the University of California, Berkeley, found that a large number of the newly arrived are subject to unsafe working conditions, wage disputes, and inadequate access to healthcare. It also found that many say they will stay here as long as there is work. (Yahoo News -- Latinos & Hispanics)
Coach's Perspective: Marcus Brown Jul 13, 2008
comDate: Jul 8, 2008 Tulane University (formerly with McNeese State) secondary coach Jason Rollins is in the hot seat talking about rookie cornerback Marcus Brown. Rollins talks about Browns work ethic, his leadership ability and Marcuss summer BBQs. (CardinalsInsider.com)
Backfield in Motion Jul 13, 2008
Tulane University Green Wave Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. TulaneInsider. (TulaneInsider.com)
Tulane frat members head to court for hazing incident Jul 7, 2008
Seven members from a former Tulane University fraternity who allegedly took part in a hazing incident are expected in criminal court today for a hearing. wwltv. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Local amateur radio club stays connected Jul 6, 2008
I m 96 years old and a graduate of Tulane University, the voice said. Len Litven operates a ham radio to promote the Great River Shakespeare Festival Saturday in Winona. (Winona Daily News, MN)
NFL Insider Blog-Will Lewis Stick in 2009? Jul 5, 2008
The former Tulane University running back signed a four-year deal with a signing bonus of about $1. 53 million. (BearReport.com)
Local colleges see surge in enrollments, applications Jul 4, 2008
Perhaps heeding a calling to make a difference in a rebuilding city, students flooded Tulane University with a record number of applications, causing the school to shut down its online application form and stop taking applications in January after numbers exceeded an unprecedented 34,000 ... I honestly thought we wouldn t not be seeing numbers like this until 2010 at the earliest, said Tulane University President Dr. Scott Cowen. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Assistant district attorney presented with J. Roger Thompson Award Jul 3, 2008
He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Tulane University in 1989, and a Juris Doctorate from Emory University in 1992. He is the son of Ronald and Patricia Arnt, who were present for the award presentation. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Five seeking local judge post Jul 2, 2008
Chris Arnt, 41, graduated from Tulane University in New Orleans in 1989 and earned his law degree from Emory University in Atlanta in 1992. Arnt was hired as an assistant district attorney in the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit by Ralph Van Pelt, and then under Herbert E. Buzz Franklin. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
The Longest Season Jul 2, 2008
He grew up in a tough upbringing and made it through and got his degree from Tulane University. Then he was invited to Saints mini-camp. (Tulane Sports -- Rivals.com)
Court could give Newcomb College new life Jul 2, 2008
A Louisiana Supreme Court ruling Tuesday -- exactly two years after Tulane University merged its undergraduate men's and women's college -- kept alive a lawsuit attempting to revive the H. Sophie Newcomb College for Women. The plaintiffs -- two descendants of Josephine Newcomb's sister -- say Tulane violated the terms of Newcomb's will by merging its seven undergraduate colleges into Newcomb-Tulane College as part of reorganization after Hurricane Katrina. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Freshmen flock to New Orleans Jul 1, 2008
Incoming freshman walk across the Tulane University campus in New Orleans. By Rick Jervis, USA TODAY. (USA Today -- News)
Green Wave hires men's tennis coach Jun 29, 2008
"I am excited and honored to be selected as the head men's tennis coach at Tulane University," Booras said. "This tennis program has had a great tradition of success, and I look forward to working with the athletic department and the community to restore it to a championship level once again.". (Nola.com -- Sports)
President Bush Appoints 2008-2009 Class of White House Fellows Jun 27, 2008
He is a Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude graduate of Tulane University where he received his B.A. in Political Science and Political Economy. He and his wife Alice are committed to working to strengthen Louisiana. (White House News Releases)
Legends pitcher leaves the GrapeSox baffled Jun 27, 2008
Blair, an incoming freshman at Tulane University who hails from Houston, Texas, received the invitation from a Red Sox scout who attended Thursday's game. Note to Commenters: Valid Registration Required. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Twins' young starters hitting stride Jun 26, 2008
Hunt pitched for Tulane University and has drawn comparisons to the starter for the Twins on Thursday, Baker. Left-hander Francisco Liriano improved his record at Triple-A Rochester to 4-2 on Thursday despite allowing five earned runs on nine hits over 5 1/3 innings. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Nick Ray Commits to Bulldogs Jun 24, 2008
" Ray, who earned numerous honors his senior season (2008 Under Armour Pre-Season All American Team, Clarion-Ledger Dandy Dozen selection, a GenesPage.com "Fabulous Fifteen" selection, "Top Prospect Award" at the Perfect Game World Showcase in Fort Myers, FL, "Top Hitter Award" at the Tulane University Winter Baseball Camp, consensus All-State selection), is optimistic that he will have a chance to compete his true freshman season at State. "I think there will be a lot of consideration of me... (GenesPage.com)
Athlete found guilty in stabbing Jun 23, 2008
An Orleans Parish jury found a former Tulane University honors student and football player guilty of attempted manslaughter and aggravated battery Sunday night, verdicts that sent young Ray Boudreaux Jr. crumbling in tears and wails into his defense attorney's arms. Boudreaux, 23, of Abbeville, relied on a mostly white and male jury to free him from the charges. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Katrina expatriates miss Gulf, embrace new abode Jun 22, 2008
After growing up in Columbus and attending Mississippi State University for his undergraduate education, McClanahan went to Tulane University in New Orleans for medical school and partnered with two other surgeons to establish a practice there. It was fun to go to work for 34 years, he said. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Profile of proposed Flora location Jun 21, 2008
The Consortium is comprised of the State of Mississippi, the University of Mississippi (UM), the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), Mississippi State University (MSU), Jackson State University (JSU), Tulane University, the Tulane National Primate Research Center, the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Tougaloo College, and Battelle Memorial Institute ... UMMC and Tulane University have programs in medical research and in clinical trial development and execution. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Israel's Girlfriend Charged With Helping Him Become Fugitive Jun 20, 2008
He attended Tulane University without graduating, according to court filings, and began working as a messenger on the New York Stock Exchange floor for Frederic J. Graber & Co in 1982. Israel, whose salary as a messenger was $16,500, worked his way up to trader. (Bloomberg)
Babson MBA Grads Name Rangan Tops for Teaching Excellence Jun 20, 2008
Since then, he has held research and faculty positions at IMD (Institute of Management Development) in Switzerland, the Harvard Business School, and Tulane University, where he received the Howard Wissner Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award. Rangan's research, teaching, and consulting are focused on competitive strategy, strategic alliances, global competition, and national competitiveness. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Rays soar into Astros series Jun 20, 2008
The Official Site of The Tampa Bay Rays: News: Rays soar into series against Astros. 06/20/2008 12:34 AM ET Rays soar into series against Astros Tampa Bay (43-29) vs. Houston (33-40), Friday, 7:10 p.m. ET By Brittany Ghiroli / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Egypt Requires Cigarettes to Carry Graphic Images Jun 19, 2008
Numerous studies, including a 2003 report by Tulane University researchers, have found that smoking can be a major cause of erectile dysfunction, in part because smoking constricts veins and arteries, reducing blood flow. "We need something to give the smokers a shock that they are in great danger," said Dr. Mohammed Mehrez, head of the tobacco control department. (Fox News)
Questionnaire: Catoosa County Commissioners District 3 candidate George Duncan Jun 19, 2008
Education: Duncan U. Fletcher High School, 1960 graduate; Tulane University, 1960-62; University of South Florida, 1972-74 B.A.; University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, 1993, Med. Do you have a philosophy or words to live by. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Summerize! Your head-to-toe guide Jun 18, 2008
Relaxing those bands with Botox can make the neck look softer and firmer for about six months, but treatment can be expensive, says Mary Lupo, M.D., associate clinical professor of dermatology at Tulane University School of Medicine. The only surefire fix for more general sagging is a neck lift, which, according to Kyle Choe, M.D., director of facial plastic surgery at the Laser Skin & Vein Center of Virginia, typically involves lifting both the neck and lower face to create a distinct jawline... (CNN -- US)
Loyola's political guru retires as institute director Jun 16, 2008
Mir;n, who earned a doctorate at Tulane University, has taught at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the University of California's Berkeley and Irvine campuses, the University of New Orleans and Loyola. The college was created in May 2006 as part of Loyola's post-Katrina restructuring. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Funeral Tuesday for former state Sen. Grey Ferris Jun 16, 2008
Jann Ferris said his first political venture was at Tulane University, where he was elected student body president during the late 1960s. He often acted as a campus mediator, she said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Jackson - Flechsig Wedding Jun 15, 2008
Becky is a graduate of Conroe High School in Conroe, TX. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Tulane University of Louisiana, where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority ... Seth is a graduate of Strake Jesuit College Preparatory in Houston, TX. He received his Bachelor of Science in Finance and Management from Tulane University of Louisiana, where he was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Scholarships and senior awards for 2007-08 Jun 14, 2008
Ameera T. Bing: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Reformed Universal Masonic Brotherhood; Charles W. Connor: Army ROTC, HHS ROTC; Alex Crowley: Richard Berry, Bank Of America, Brigham Young; Hannah Dunn: Brigham Young; Allison B. Fawcett: AFFINIA/Wix Division Scholarship; Jonathan Fisher: Davidson Baseball, National Presbyterian College; Katherine Fogarty: Kiwanas "Key Club"; Brittany A. Gabriel: Campbell Univ., GCABSE, AKA, Inc. (Charlotte), Century 21, NC State Tuition Grant; Spencer Gianinoto: ECU... (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Hancock Horizon Burkenroad Fund Receives Five-Star Rating From Morningstar Jun 14, 2008
June 13, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Hancock Holding Company (NasdaqGS: - ) announced today that the Hancock Horizon Burkenroad Fund Class D -- inspired by a recognized educational program in equities research at Tulane University -- has received a five-star overall rating from Morningstar ... The fund utilizes Tulane University's BURKENROAD REPORTS and its own fundamental research and analysis ... More information about the BURKENROAD REPORTS program at Tulane University is accessible online at. (Primezone Releases)
Dripping Gore Jun 12, 2008
Tulane University spokesman Michael Strecker is quoted by the New Orleans Times-Picayune as saying, "We are in discussions with James Carville about the possibility of his joining the Tulane community.". As of this summer, Mr. Carville and his wife, Mary Matalin, are keeping homes in both New Orleans and Alexandria. (Townhall.com)
Academic Achievements Jun 12, 2008
Julia Pichette graduated from Tulane University on May 29. Christopher Macioci, son of Edward Macioci and Sandra Brown-Macioci has completed his gap year at Dynamy Internship Year in Worcester. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Former Women's Golfers Lead United States to Curtis Cup Victory Jun 11, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... NEW ORLEANS - Former Tulane University women's golf standouts Meghan Bolger and helped lead the United States to a 13-7 victory over Great Britain and Ireland in the 2008 Curtis Cup Match that was held May 30-June 1 on the Old Course at St. Andrews, Scotland. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Skidmore honored by LATA Jun 11, 2008
Porche was the head athletic trainer at Tulane University for 36 years and provided athletic care coverage to the Blue-Gray games, the United States Track Team and the Pan-American Games. Skidmore, the son of Jeff and Benita Skidmore, is the recipient for the collegiate level, while Ruston High School's Jimmy Wayne Rose won the honor in the high school division. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
'How Would Jesus Vote?' focus of book, TV program Jun 10, 2008
Newcombe has a bachelor s degree in history from Tulane University and a master s in communications from Wheaton Graduate School. More Stories from Opinions. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Lawton names top grads Jun 10, 2008
Newhouse has received a Presidential Scholarship to Tulane University in New Orleans, where he will study finance and business. Graduating as salutatorian with a grade point average of 3. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Baseball's Segedin Earns Freshman All-America Honors From NCBWA Jun 10, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... - The Tulane University baseball season may have ended, but the honors continue rolling in for Green Wave two-way standout as the native of Old Tappan, N.J., was named first-team Freshman All-American by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association on Monday. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Tassels flipped; introducing the WHS Class of 2008 Jun 10, 2008
Several students are going to Boston College; others will be attending Yale University, Tulane University, Princeton and Cornell, according to Red and Black, the high school newspaper. We have learned to overcome obstacles and face difficult challenges to get to this point today, said Stein, who congratulated his fellow graduates on their achievements and their futures. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Obama's Women Problem Jun 7, 2008
"But it certainly has been challenging given some of the attitudes in the press. The Pew Research poll, previously noted, found as many as 39 percent of Clintons supporters believe gender hurt her candidacy and some of them are still supporting Clinton in the name of feminism. Most of us feel that the Democrats need to be taught a lesson for their silence on the subject of sexism and the peril they will find themselves in for ignoring their most loyal base of voters, blogged Cynthia... (Townhall.com)
Post-Katrina, New Orleans coming back more Hispanic Jun 7, 2008
The joint study by Tulane University in New Orleans and the University of California, Berkeley, found that a large number of the newly arrived are subject to unsafe working conditions, wage disputes, and inadequate access to healthcare. It also found that many say they will stay here as long as there is work. (Yahoo News -- Latinos & Hispanics)
Young artist to perform at Jazz Fest Jun 7, 2008
She has been accepted to Tulane University and will major in marketing there. She said she had no intention of attending a school that was not in New Orleans. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Baseball's Shooter Hunt Named NCBWA District VII Player Of The Year Jun 7, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... - One day after being selected with the 31st overall pick in the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, Tulane University baseball standout was named the 2008 National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Region VII Player of the Year. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Most Rev. Rodi installed as Mobile archbishop Jun 7, 2008
Rodi, 58, a New Orleans native, has a law degree from Tulane University, among other academic degrees. Ordained in 1978, Rodi began serving in parishes in the New Orleans area. (AL.com)
More > Jun 6, 2008
31) -- RHP Steven Hunt -- Tulane University Hunt was named second-team Louisville Slugger All-American by Collegiate Baseball Magazine after posting a 2. 48 ERA and recording 126 strikeouts in 100 2/3 innings. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Presidential Scholars credit family for successes Jun 6, 2008
Triplett will finally give her parents a tuition break this year when she attends Tulane University on a full scholarship. She knows she had great opportunities at St. Andrew's, and she took full advantage of them when she took 10 Advanced Placement classes and played sports. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Johnson named Associate AD/SWA Jun 6, 2008
" Prior to arriving in Tuscaloosa in May 2005, Johnson worked one year as the assistant director of compliance at Tulane University. Included among her duties were managing the admissions process for 15 sports and overseeing the financial aid requirements for the NCAA. "I am very excited to join an institution with the academic and athletic reputation of TCU," Johnson said. "I am very appreciative of this opportunity and look forward to working with the staff to help TCU maintain its success. "... (Gofrogs.com)
Crescent Valley honors Jun 6, 2008
Sandy Liu: Certificate of Initial Mastery, Valedictorian Candidate, National Merit Commended Student, CV Scholar, National Honor Society, Society of Women Engineers Honor Award, OSAA Farmers Insurance Group Scholar Athlete Award, Freshman Class Co-President, ASB Historian, Varsity Swimming, Co-president of Students for World Awareness, 2008 da Vinci Art ce Scholarship, Corvallis Education Association Scholarship, Health Occupations/James A. Riley Memorial Scholarship, Benton County Rotary Clubs... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Shooter Hunt Selected In Supplemental 1st Round Of 2008 MLB Draft Jun 6, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... - After establishing himself as one of the best pitchers in the history of Tulane University baseball over the past two years, Green Wave standout was drafted with the supplemental first round by the Minnesota Twins on Thursday in day one of the 2008 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Tulane to Host 2009 Conference USA Women's Basketball Championship at Fogelman Arena Jun 6, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave. Tulanegreenwave. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Women's Tennis Lands Top 25 National Signing Class Jun 5, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... NEW ORLEANS - Tulane University women's tennis head coach 2008 signing class - her first at the Uptown New Orleans university - ranks No. 25 in the nation according to TennisRecruiting ... "This is such a great day for Tulane University women's tennis," Sisk said. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Baseball's Segedin Named Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American Jun 5, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... - Following a stellar rookie season where he saw time both at third base and on the mound as a reliever, Tulane University baseball standout was named Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American by Collegiate Baseball Magazine on Wednesday. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
SWING AND MISS: Padres are MLB's king of draft errors Jun 4, 2008
Jake Gautreau, infielder: Drafted 14th out of Tulane University in 2001, Gautreau made it to Class AAA as a third baseman in his first professional season. Then he switched to second base, went back to Class A, and never reached the major leagues. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
New Orleans technology chief's background questioned Jun 4, 2008
In one application he claims to have attended Tulane University and mentions he s only six credits shy of graduating. In the application filled out two years later, there s no mention of Tulane and instead he lists the University of Phoenix, and a bachelor s degree in business management. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Women's Tennis Signs Georgian Standout Mariam Kurdadze Jun 4, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... NEW ORLEANS - Tulane University women's tennis head coach announced Tuesday the signing of Republic of Georgia standout Mariam Kurdadze to her first signing class for the 2008-09 season. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Noles Move On To Super Regionals Jun 3, 2008
Date: Jun 3, 2008 Florida State defeated Tulane University 16-7 in the Championship Round of the Tallahassee Regional. Florida State will host Wichita State in Super Regionals. (TheTerritory.org)
Baseball's Season Ends With 16-7 NCAA Regional Loss To Florida State Jun 3, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... - At the end of the day, Tulane University head baseball coach could not have been prouder of his club. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Baseball Falls To Host Florida State In NCAA Regional, 17-8 Jun 2, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... - Heading into the 2008 NCAA Tallahassee Regional, members of the Tulane University baseball team only knew Florida State catcher Buster Posey on reputation. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
White named Director of Athletics at Duke Jun 1, 2008
Prior to joining Notre Dame in 2000, White served as athletic director at Arizona State University, Tulane University, the University of Maine and Loras College in Iowa, where he originated the National Catholic Basketball Tournament. Before becoming an administrator, White served as head track and field coach at Southeast Missouri State (1981-82) and assistant cross country and track and field coach at Central Michigan (1976-80). (Duke Sports -- Rivals.com)
Green Wave Stuns Gators Jun 1, 2008
Tulane University Green Wave Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. TulaneInsider. (TulaneInsider.com)
Petiton, Claiborne Pitch Baseball Past Bucknell In NCAA Regional, 4-1 Jun 1, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... - Sophomores and combined to strike out six while allowing just three hits and the Green Wave defense turned in another nearly flawless performance as the third-seeded Tulane University baseball team defeated No. 4 seed Bucknell, 4-1, Saturday evening in day two of the 2008 NCAA Tallahassee Regional at Dick Howser Stadium. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Tulane downs Florida, 7-4, in Tallahassee Regional May 31, 2008
2 scoreless innings of relief as the third-seeded Tulane University baseball team defeated second-seeded Florida, 7-4, in game one of the 2008 NCAA Tallahassee Regional Friday afternoon at Dick Howser Stadium. Associated Press. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Women's Track and Field Completes First Day of NCAA Mideast Regional May 31, 2008
Official Athletics Site of the Tulane University Green Wave ... - Two members of the Tulane University women's track and field team competed Friday at the NCAA Mideast Regional Championships held at John McDonnell Outdoor Track in Fayetteville, Ark. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
