Obituaries in the news Oct 27, 2009
He graduated from Tulane University and earned a law degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. . (Anchorage Daily News)
Volleyball Makes Quick Work Of Memphis In 3-0... Oct 27, 2009
370 clip, as the Tulane University volleyball team defeated Conference USA foe Memphis, 3-0, Sunday afternoon at Fogelman Arena. In a contest that took just an hour and nine minutes to complete, the Green Wave made quick work of the Tigers en route to a 25-14, 25-17, 25-16 victory. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Hampton game a homecoming for SCSUs Markus James Oct 24, 2009
Hampton came around to James after he de-committed from Tulane University and enrolled in prep school. By then, however, fate had intervened in the form of a scholarship offer from S.C. State. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
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Tulane University Receives $12 ... Tulane University Receives $12 ... Tulane University's Center for Inter-American Policy and Research (CIPR) will receive grants totaling $12. (PNN Online)
Supreme Court appoints attorney to fill vacancy Oct 21, 2009
He's also served as an adjunct professor at Tulane University and president of the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society Inc. He currently serves on the board of directors of the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce and the New Orleans Bar Association. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (KSLA.com, LA)
Cuts to Mississippi levees could build new land in sinking delta Oct 21, 2009
Torbjrn Trnqvist, an associate professor at Tulane University in New Orleans who has conducted research on the Mississippi Delta but not related to this study, says that the authors have been "too optimistic" in the sea level rise and subsidence rates they used in their model, since the current rates are already higher than the ones the researchers used in their best-case scenario. "What they consider their worst case scenario should be considered the base case scenario the combination of 4... (EurekAlert!)
Unusual Metals Could Forge New Cancer Drug Oct 20, 2009
19, 2009) Drugs made using unusual metals could form an effective treatment against colon and ovarian cancer, including cancerous cells that have developed immunity to other drugs, according to research at the University of Warwick and the University of Leeds. The study, published in the Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, showed that a range of compounds containing the two transition metals Ruthenium and Osmium, which are found in the same part of the periodic table as precious metals like platinum... (Science Daily)
R.L. Kirschstein; NIH official helped ensure vaccine safety Oct 18, 2009
She graduated from Long Island University in 1947 and received a medical degree in 1951 from Tulane University in New Orleans. She joined NIH in 1955 as a resident in clinical pathology and laboratory medicine. (Boston Globe)
EPA probes Atlanta lead smelter Oct 18, 2009
Howard Mielke, a Tulane University expert on lead-contaminated soil, said the highest concentrations of lead dust would likely have landed depending on winds within three to five miles of the smelter ... Tulane University soil-lead expert Howard Mielke recommends separately sampling a few areas to get an idea of how lead levels may vary across a yard. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Alva football players in college Oct 18, 2009
10) against Tulane University. Tyson recorded three solo tackles and two assisted tackles and had a pass break-up. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Experts fear effects of media on 'balloon boy' Oct 17, 2009
Charles Figley, a professor of psychology at Tulane University, said parents should be worried about the long-term effects of the media spotlight. Figley has spent years studying children of politicians who are used as audio-visual aids. (CNN)
Take Back the Night Oct 16, 2009
By JANECE BELL Contributing Writer. Published: Thursday, October 15, 2009. (The Maroon, LA)
Obama vows not to forget New Orleans Oct 16, 2009
" Obama reeled off a list of actions his administration had taken in nine months in office, including the appointment of competent officials, and the release of 1.5 billion dollars in funding that had been caught up in red tape. The president said government action was helping to rebuild roads, bridges, and restoring schools and had dramatically reduced the numbers of people who are still in temporary accommodation four years after the storm. "So far, we've made good progress," Obama said.... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Residents of New Orleans losing patience with Obama Oct 15, 2009
I promise you that when I m in the White House, I will commit myself every day to keeping up Washington s end of the bargain, Obama said at Tulane University in February last year. This will be a priority of my presidency. (Boston Globe)
New leadership team announced for N.O. housing Oct 10, 2009
Karen B. DeSalvo, MD, MPH, MSc, Vice Dean of Community Affairs and Health Policy, Tulane University School of Medicine. Martin Gutierrez, Executive Director Neighborhood and Community Services, Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Doc who cared for 1st U.S. test-tube baby dies Oct 10, 2009
The New Orleans native received his undergraduate degree from Duke University and his medical degree from Tulane University in 1967. He was appointed by President Ronald Reagan in 1981 to a study panel on life support systems for malformed infants. (MSNBC -- Health)
Two Anti-Malaria Drugs Have Fewer Side Effects Oct 9, 2009
"The main message is that you have to take some malaria chemoprophylaxis (preventive treatment) if you go to an endemic area," lead researcher Dr. Frederique Jacquerioz, of Tulane University in New Orleans, noted in a written statement. "It's one of the best preventive measures we have.". (MEDLINEplus)
Experience This Widower's Search for Serenity -- New Book Recalls the Author's Loss of His Beloved Wife and His Struggle With Loneliness Oct 8, 2009
His wife worked on a masters in music after graduation from Tulane University and Steve on his masters in city and regional planning. He had graduated from Rutgers University and then had served two years as an army lieutenant in the Korean War. (Primezone Releases)
How Soy Reduces Diabetes Risk Oct 8, 2009
22, 2006) Soy protein helps lower total cholesterol, low-density lipid "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides, and slightly raises high-density lipid "good" cholesterol, according to a Tulane University study. (July 24, 2008) Men who eat an average of half a serving of soy food a day have lower concentrations of sperm than men who do not eat soy foods. (Science Daily)
Community Coffee in hot water after accused of discrimination Oct 7, 2009
I'm surprised they are going after relatively small company, but maybe the facts were very egregious," said Joel Friedman, a professor at the Tulane University Law School. "The reality is Community Coffee understood their contracts with the federal government were at risk, they weren't going to do anything to risk that, these are important to Community Coffee," said Friedman. "The OFCCP will be monitoring Community Coffee closely now, and as part of the agreement, Community Coffee has to monitor... (WWLTV.com, LA)
Doc 'morphed' into new focus Oct 5, 2009
Clarke received his bachelor s degree in biomedical engineering from Tulane University in New Orleans, then earned his master s in biological sciences from the University of New Orleans. His mother was an experimental pathologist, which he said helped to spark his interest in biological sciences. (New Iberia, LA)
Fish-Killing Toxin Could Kill Cancer Cells Oct 4, 2009
(July 15, 2005) The Tulane University Section of Hematology and Medical Oncology is investigating a novel treatment for ovarian cancer by using intravenous Ontak to deplete harmful cells that inhibit the body's. . (Science Daily)
a recent Ph.D. tries to get on the tenure track Oct 2, 2009
As an undergraduate at Tulane University, Kennington read Twelve Years a Slave, Solomon Northrup's account of being abducted in Washington in 1841 and sold into slavery in Louisiana. Northrup was a free man and an accomplished violinist until his early thirties. (Harper's Magazine)
1718 sponsors reading series Oct 2, 2009
Founded three years ago, the literary organization combined efforts from Loyola University New Orleans, Tulane University and The University of New Orleans in order to unite the New Orleans literary community, staffed by volunteers who love to read. Co-presidents Lesley Lucas and Megan Vonk, both English seniors, along with English assistant professor and club adviser Mark Yakich, select one writer to read at The Columns on the first Tuesday of the month. (The Maroon, LA)
Student Records, SGA start new projects Oct 2, 2009
On the local level, SGA plans to re-launch the SGA Collegiate Consortium, which includes local universities such as Tulane University, Xavier University of Louisiana and Dillard University. The goal of the consortium is to unite New Orleans colleges and universities to better each university and the New Orleans community, said Sarah Cooper, marketing junior and SGA president. (The Maroon, LA)
Securing biological select agents and toxins will require developing a culture of trust Oct 1, 2009
JOHN D. CLEMENTS Professor and Chair of Microbiology and Immunology, and Director Center for Infectious Diseases Tulane University New Orleans. JOSEPH A. DIZINNO Technical Director Homeland Security and Law Enforcement BAE Systems Washington, D.C.. (EurekAlert!)
Political turmoil in Honduras may cause citizens to flee to N.O. Oct 1, 2009
Tulane University still plans the mission to Honduras and says it still plans to go with the Catholic Center at the end of the year, saying there seems to be no safety risk right now. Chats, Boards & Blogs. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Stimulus-funded university research addressing issues from climate change to cancer, creating jobs and training a new generation of scientists Sep 30, 2009
A Recovery Act-funded grant to the Tulane University Museum of Natural History will allow the redesign of a leading computer program the institution developed to help researchers around the world catalog natural history collections. The GEOLocate program is currently used by 800 researchers and institutions worldwide and is considered a critical tool for computerizing data on natural history collections. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Volleyball Survives Slugfest In 3-0 C-USA Win... Sep 26, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - With a quick glance at the final score, the Tulane University volleyball team's 3-0 win over Conference USA foe Tulsa on Friday night in Fogelman Arena may appear to be a one-sided affair. The statistics, however, tell a much different story. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Gerber, Fonseca Advance To Finals In Day 1 Of... Sep 26, 2009
HOUSTON - The sophomore tandem of and won a pair of doubles matches to advance to the Flight 4 finals, and five Green Wave standouts won their opening singles matches, as the Tulane University women's tennis team opened play at the Rice Classic in fine fashion Friday at the Jake Hess Tennis Stadium. For the day, Tulane nearly broke even with a 4-6 mark in singles play and a 5-5 showing in doubles action. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
WHO WE ARE: DR. SON TRINH Sep 26, 2009
After six months he moved on to Hammond, where he spent nine years, and then to Tulane University, where he would complete his training in psychology and stay until in 1995. That is the year Trinh would finally make it to the River Parishes. (L Observateur, LA)
Volleyball To Battle C-USA Foe Tulsa Friday... Sep 25, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - Through the first three weeks of the 2009 season, the Tulane University volleyball team has learned its fair share of ups and downs. In nine matches, the Green Wave has experienced the high of defeating in-state rival LSU on Sept. 11 and rallied from a 2-1 deficit to down New Mexico in five last weekend in Tucson, Ariz. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Women's Tennis To Participate In Rice Classic... Sep 25, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - Fresh off a solid performance at last week's Memphis Collegiate Invitational, the Tulane University women's tennis team will look to build some momentum for the rest of the season when the Green Wave travel to Houston to participate in the Rice Classic over the weekend at Jake Hess Tennis Stadium. In the fall opener last weekend in Memphis, the Green Wave went 16-14 in singles play while posting an 8-7 mark in doubles competition. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Rogue waves: Monsters of the deep Sep 24, 2009
Now researchers led by Eric Heller of Harvard University and Lev Kaplan of Tulane University, New Orleans, have started using microwaves rather than water waves to create a laboratory model. Rogue waves are not tsunamis, which are set in motion by earthquakes. (The Economist)
NAACP says race fueling turmoil in Inspector General's Office Sep 24, 2009
"The board consists of seven volunteer members who serve staggered terms of seven years each. Six members were appointed by the mayor from lists of three nominees each submitted by the presidents or chancellors of Dillard University, Loyola University, Southern University in New Orleans (SUNO), Tulane University, University of New Orleans (UNO), and Xavier University. The seventh member was appointed by the mayor. Each appointment was subject to the approval by a majority of the members of the... (WWLTV.com, LA)
Swimming & Diving Announces Four Roster... Sep 23, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - With less than two weeks remaining before the Green Wave's return to the pool following a four-year layoff, the Tulane University women's swimming and diving program added four new members to its 2009-10 roster, head coach announced Tuesday. The Green Wave added Arkansas transfer , distance-free standout , breaststroke specialist and diver. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
New technology helps children with heart defects Sep 23, 2009
And repairing heart birth defects is the reason why Tulane University Hospital for Children is preparing to open a state-of-the-art hybrid suite. "The hybrid suite it's being built to do both interventional cardiology and surgery in one room so that the surgeon and cardiologist can work together doing a procedure to repair a heart," explained Dr. Michael Recto, a pediatric interventional cardiologist and professor and chief of Pediatric Cardiology at Tulane. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Richmond's Grayson Named To 2009 Allstate Good Works Team Sep 23, 2009
Allstate assembled a high-profile voting panel made up of previous Good Works Team members, including former University of Georgia lineman Matt Stinchcomb and former Tulane University running back Mewelde Moore, as well as prominent college football media personalities, including ESPN's Lou Holtz and Kirk Herbstreit and CBSSports. com's Dennis Dodd, to elect this year's team. (Richmondspiders.com)
Miller Selected to Allstate AFCA Good Works Team Sep 23, 2009
Tim Miller is one of just 22 college football players nationwide to be named to the 2009 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team (Hopkinssports.com)
Mountain West Conference to Host 2011 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship Sep 22, 2009
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. The NCAA announced today that Pepsi Center in Denver has been awarded the 2011 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championships, First-/Second Rounds. (Themwc.com)
Siegel Wins Gray 3 Draw In Final Day Of... Sep 21, 2009
- Sophomore capped a perfect weekend with a straight-sets win over Belmont's Lauren Irick, while and rallied from first-set deficits to pick up wins of their own, as the Tulane University women's tennis team completed play in the Inaugural Memphis Collegiate Invitational Sunday at the Racquet Club of Memphis and WellWorx Fitness Club. Siegel allowed just one point in her 6-1, 6-0 victory to win the Gray 3 Draw. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Women's Tennis Concludes Georgia Tech Invite Sep 21, 2009
Sophomore , a transfer from Tulane University, also finished the weekend unblemished for the Hurricanes by walking off the court victorious Sunday courtesy a 6-3, 1-6, 6-0 three-setter against Princeton's Melissa Saiontz in Flight 2 action. Mejia and Bartenstein each grabbed three wins overall on the weekend, including Mejia's 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 upset of Georgia's Yvette Hyndman, ranked No. 41 in the ITA poll, in Friday's opening round. (Hurricanesports.com)
Volleyball Rallies Late For 3-2 Win Over New ... Sep 21, 2009
- Senior outside hitter tied her career high with 25 kills and freshman right-side hitter tallied 15 kills and five blocks in her first career start as the Tulane University volleyball team rallied from behind to defeat New Mexico, 3-2, Sunday afternoon in the final match of the Arizona Invitational at the McKale Center. The Green Wave won the opening set with east, 25-13, but the Lobos came right back with 25-17 and 25-20 victories over the next two frames to take a 2-1 advantage in the match. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Volleyball Falls To No. 21 Wildcats In... Sep 20, 2009
0 points, and senior setter posted her fifth consecutive double-double, but it was not enough as the Tulane University volleyball team dropped a 3-0 decision to No. 21 Arizona in the Arizona Invitational at the McKale Center. The Green Wave kept pace with the host Wildcats throughout the match, but Arizona made key plays down the stretch to earn a 25-21, 25-18, 26-24 victory. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Volleyball Concludes 3-Match Week At Arizona ... Sep 19, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - Fresh off its 3-2 Conference USA opener at UTEP on Thursday night in El Paso, Texas, the Tulane University volleyball team will look to continue to gel as a unit over the weekend when the Green Wave participate in the Arizona Invitational in Tucson, Ariz. With a Saturday showdown against host Arizona and a Sunday battle vs. New Mexico, this weekend will be the final two matches before the Green Wave enter the bulk of their C-USA schedule. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Women's Tennis Earns .500 Split In Day 1 Of... Sep 19, 2009
- Heading into the Tulane University women's tennis team's season-opener, second-year head coach made it clear that her goals for the weekend were to get better, work on a lot of little things and polish up the basics of the game. Despite being forced to move inside due to steady rains in the area, the Green Wave gave their coach plenty of reasons to smile with a solid. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Women's Tennis Opens Fall Season Friday At... Sep 18, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - The Tulane University women's tennis team opens the fall portion of its 2009-10 schedule on Friday, Sept. 18, when the Green Wave travel to Memphis, Tenn. to participate in the Inaugural Memphis Collegiate Invitational at the Memphis University School Tennis Courts. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Ramadan prompts fasting fundraiser Sep 18, 2009
On Tuesday, Sept. 15, approximately 200 students from Loyola, Tulane University and Tulane Medical School gathered in the St. Charles Room at Loyola s Danna Student Center to break their fast as part of the Islamic traditions celebrated during the holy month of Ramadan. Loyola s Muslim Student Association started a Fast-a-thon that has now become an annual event at Loyola to create awareness about global hunger. (The Maroon, LA)
Post-Katrina, New Orleans coming back more Hispanic Sep 18, 2009
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)
Meena speaks at first MCBL Fall Forum Sep 18, 2009
"The Business League so far has helped the city of Madison with an interest survey that helped convince Tulane University to open a branch next summer and has supported the Madison County school bond issue.The league is open to businesses of all sizes throughout Madison County, Collins said. "We already have a diverse group representing a variety of businesses in the county. "Members get a sense of participation in planning the development of the county for future growth. Proper planning is... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Women's Tennis Opens Season at Georgia Tech Invite Sep 18, 2009
Bartenstein is a sophomore transfer from Tulane University where she picked up a record of 7-4 last season at the No. 1 singles position. Mills comes to UM as a highly-touted freshman from Bradenton, Florida. (Hurricanesports.com)
Volleyball Outlasts UTEP In C-USA Opener, 3-2 Sep 18, 2009
EL PASO, Texas - It was a contest that featured 32 ties and 12 lead changes, and when the dust finally settled on the court Thursday night at UTEP's Memorial Gym, the Tulane University volleyball team came out on the shiny side of a 3-2 decision over the host Miners in the Conference USA opener for both teams. UTEP won the match's opening stanza, 25-18, before Tulane answered with back-to-back set victories, 26-24 and 25-20. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Eric Peterson Named Director of Track, Cross ... Sep 18, 2009
"Tulane University has one of the finest academic reputations in the United States. I believe that competition brings out the best in people," Peterson added. "Pursuing a degree from Tulane University and being challenged by the level of competition in Conference USA is a great environment for student-athletes to achieve greatness. I am committed to do all I can to help our program first grow to a Conference USA Championship level then make some noise at the national level.". (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Volleyball Opens Defense Of C-USA Crown... Sep 17, 2009
Junior middle blocker Lindsey Shepard and the Tulane University volleyball team open defense of the Conference USA crown on Thursday at UTEP. ... NEW ORLEANS - The Tulane University volleyball will begin its defense of the 2008 Conference USA championship on Thursday, Sept. 17, when the Green Wave travel to El Paso, Texas, for a showdown against host UTEP at 8 p.m. (CDT) in Memorial Gym. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Tulane, LSU Mutually Agree to Discontinue... Sep 17, 2009
New Orleans - Tulane University Director of Athletics Rick Dickson announced today that both Tulane and LSU have mutually agreed to discontinue the football series following the 2009 season and the two teams will play one more game in New Orleans at a future date. Tulane and LSU will square off in the 98th meeting on Oct. 31 at Tiger Stadium. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Obituaries in the news Sep 16, 2009
Rarick graduated from Tulane University Law School in 1949 and was elected a state district judge in 1961. In 1966, he won the first of four congressional victories as a Democrat. (Anchorage Daily News)
Lindelow Named C-USA Setter Of The Week Sep 15, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - Tulane University volleyball standout was recognized for her performance over the weekend in the 2009 Allstate Sugar Bowl Classic as the Green Wave's senior setter claimed Conference USA Setter of the Week honors, the league announced Monday. A native of Mandeville, La. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
And the Moonman Goes to... 'Nerds in Disguise' From Springfield, IL Sep 15, 2009
Charlie Clausner, freshman at Tulane University. David O'Brien, freshman at Iowa State. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jazz event kicks off NOLA festivities Sep 11, 2009
It will discuss the people, culture and geography of New Orleans and will feature Susan Saulny, New Orleans native and New York Times writer; Larry Powell, Tulane University history professor; and Richard Campanella, geographer and author. Garrett Cleland can be reached at gsclelan@loyno. (The Maroon, LA)
Six Dems vie for Dist. 19 seat Sep 11, 2009
Behar is a graduate of SUNY Albany; earned his master s degree at Tulane University and law degree at Georgetown University. Tom Cooke, 38, is a disabled veteran who serves as board chairman of the United Spinal Association, a nonprofit group dedicated to improving the quality of life for Americans with spinal cord injuries. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Pediatric Chronic Cough Linked To Reflux And Allergies Sep 9, 2009
8, 2009) New research shows that chronic cough in children is most often caused by gastroesophageal reflux and allergies. Each patient underwent extensive multispecialty testing. (Science Daily)
Armless, legless student gets by with a little help from man's best friend Sep 9, 2009
I just really want to help people with art," said Heideman. So despite her mother's apprehension, a mother who has devoted her life to her only child and endured the tragic loss of her husband, Kari Elizabeth's father, just two years ago, it's time to let go and pass her job and unconditional love on to Jade. Kari Elizabeth and Jade just headed from their home in Franklinton to college at Tulane University. "Sure I worry about her, you know, I've seen a change just even since Jade's been here,"... (WWLTV.com, LA)
Project Snoozer: Searching for the lost recordings of a Bogalusa musician Sep 9, 2009
A Tulane University graduate student is looking for music recordings on perhaps one of the greatest jazz guitar players of all time: Eddie Snoozer Quinn ... A Tulane University student is searching for recordings and other artifacts of the man who died in 1949. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Women's Tennis Learns To C.O.P.E. In Day Away... Sep 9, 2009
- It was perhaps an unusual day for the 2009-10 Tulane University women's tennis team, but the squad learned a lot about themselves as individuals and as teammates on Saturday, Sept. 6, when the Green Wave spent the day doing team-building exercises at a C.O.P.E. Course at Camp V-Bar in Perkinston, Miss. Devised by the Boy Scouts of America, Project C.O.P.E. - which stands for Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience - helps a team learn about its members and their respective performance and... (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Football Drops Season Opener To C-USA Foe... Sep 8, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - Sophomore quarterback threw for a career-high 278 yards and a touchdown in his first collegiate start and junior wideout snared a personal-best six passes, but it was not enough as the Tulane University football team dropped the season opener to Conference USA foe Tulsa, 37-13, Friday evening at the Louisiana Superdome. The Golden Hurricane stormed out to a 17-0 lead over the first nine minutes of play and withstood the Green Wave offense's best efforts to cruise to the 24-point... (Tulanegreenwave.com)
