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In the News 2010
- Molly Shaw, Charlotte Teachers Institute, was featured in the Charlotte Observer article, “Shaw’s institute teaches teachers.” (Dec. 27)
- Aaron Gwyn, English, was mentioned in the Miami Herald’s book review of “New Stories from the South’: Heartbreak sets apart this 25th anniversary collection.” (Aug. 22)
- Gregory Starrett, anthropology, was quoted in the July/August issue of Academe regarding “Universities, the Major Battleground in the Fight for Reason and Capitalism.” (July/August)
- Rosie Molinary, women’s & gender studies, was a guest on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks,” discussing “Cover Girl Culture.” (Aug. 17)
- Janni Sorensen, geography, was featured in the Charlotte Observer article, “A neighborhood is reborn.” (Aug. 12)
- Bill Brandon and Dena Shenk, political science and gerontology, respectively, were guests on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks,” talking about “The Vanishing Middle Class.” (Aug. 11)
- Inna Sokolova, biology, was featured in a RedOrbit article regarding “High Levels of Carbon Dioxide Threaten Oyster Survival.” (Aug. 6)
- Deborah Bosley, English, was quoted in articles in the Automated Trader and MorningStar News regarding “SEC Proposes Limits On Funds’ Ongoing Sales Charges.” (July 21) She was interviewed by Brigida Mack of WBTV regarding “Facebook set a new record, but face of typical user is changing.” (July 21) She was also quoted in the Charlotte Observer in an article regarding “Treasury brings regulatory road show to Charlotte.” (Aug 5)
- Ted Arrington, political science, was quoted in the Charlotte Post article, “Charlotte sees itself as strong contender for DNC.” (Aug. 4)
- Lyman Johnson, history, was quoted in an article in the New York Times regarding “Building a New History by Exhuming Bolívar.” (Aug. 3)
- Loy Witherspoon, professor emeritus, religious studies, was featured on WSOC-TV in the story, “UNC Charlotte Inspired By The Remarkable Vision Of A Mathematician,” about Bonnie Cone. (June 29) He was also quoted in the Charlotte Observer regarding “Atheists bring out fearful side of faith.” (Aug. 3)
- Anita Blanchard, psychology, was quoted in the Charlotte Observer, in a social networking article, “Meet Mr. Meetup.” (Aug. 1)
- Kristie R. Blevins, criminal justice and criminology, is quoted in a Charlotte Observer article regarding “Jail North inmates bloom where they are planted for now.” (July 27)
- Roslyn Mickelson, sociology, was quoted in the Chicago Tribune, regarding “White influx seen at Chicago’s elite elementary schools.” (July 24)
- Schley Lyons, former dean of CLAS, was memorialized in the Charlotte Observer story, “UNCC’s Schley Lyons dies at age 77.” (July 19)
- Greg Gbur, physics, and his blog were featured in the Charlotte Observer article, “A fun mix of science, physics, a bit of fiction.” (July 19)
- Ryan P. Kilmer, psychology, was quoted in the APA Monitor in an article regarding “Treating traumatized children.” (July 8)
- John Szmer, political science, was a guest on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks,” talking about “Separation of Church and State.” (July 7)
- Vivian Lord, criminal justice and criminology, was interviewed by NewsChannel 36 regarding “Chief Rodney Monroe talks about officer involved shooting.” (July 2)
- James Walsh, political science, and his research were featured in Science Daily and Human Rights Today, “Can Governments Prevent Terrorism While Also Respecting Human Rights?” (July 1)
- Iain Ross Bolton, political science, was a guest on News-Talk 1110 WBT, discussing “The Obama Administration comes out with the new National Space Policy.” (July 1)
- Akin Ogundiran, Africana studies, and India Solomon, Africana studies graduate, are featured in the Charlotte Post article “UNC Charlotte, preservation group partner to restore cemetery.” (June 29)
- Susan K. Johnson and Paula Goolkasian, psychology, were featured in the Chronicle of Higher Education in the article “Surprising speed of Om.” The article references their paper about “Mindfulness meditation improves cognition: Evidence of brief mental training.” (June 25)
- Cindy Combs, political science, and Matt Smither (BA ‘10) were guests on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks,” discussing UNC Charlotte’s Model UN and their initiative in Haiti. (June 23)
- Paula Gross, botanical gardens, was featured on WFAE, talking about “Rare Flower At UNC Charlotte Set To Bloom Again” (June 21). She was also quoted in a Charlotte Observer article regarding “Bella’s ‘aging quickly,’ so go see plant by tonight” (June 22). WBTV reported on Bella in a segment called “Rare plant’s bloom smells like rotting flesh” (June 21).
- Dean Kruckeberg and Alan Freitag, communication studies, were quoted in the Iowa Journalist (University of Iowa) regarding Dr. Kruckeberg’s new position “Alumnus accepts new global PR position.” (spring 2010)
- Martha Kropf, political science, was interviewed for the News14Carolina piece “8th District GOP campaign ads raise questions.” (June 18)
- Eric Heberlig, political science, was a guest on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks,” discussing the current state of affairs in North Carolina and South Carolina politics. (June 18)
- The Susan M. Burgess Fellowship in Public Administrationat UNC Charlotte to help fund students in the MPA program was shown on WSOC-TV (June 17).
- The Susan M. Burgess Fellowship in Public Administrationat UNC Charlotte to help fund students in the MPA program was mentioned in the Charlotte Observer (June 17).
- The Charlotte Business Journal reports on the news of The Susan M. Burgess Fellowship in Public Administration at UNC Charlotte to help fund students in the MPA program. (June 9)
- The Susan M. Burgess Fellowship in Public Administrationat UNC Charlotte to help fund students in the MPA program was mentioned on News 14 Carolina, “Burgess’ legacy to live on with UNC Charlotte fellowship.” (June 7).
- John Bender, geography & earth sciences, was interviewed by FOX News Charlotte regarding “BP Oil Spill Could Impact NC.” (June 6)
- James Tabor, religious studies, was featured in The New Yorker on the “Historical Jesus” by Adam Gopnik. (May 24)
- Deborah Bosley, English, is quoted in the Charlotte Business Journal article “Job search daunting for Charlotte grads.” (May 14)
- David Swindell, political science, was a guest on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks,” exploring “Judge Selection: Merit vs. Election.” (May 12)
- Andrew Hartley, Shakespeare in Action Center, was a guest on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks,” talking about the new Shakespeare series during the discussion “Cavalia & Shakespeare Project.” (May 4)
- The Charlotte Observer published an article “They hope new degrees bring fresh starts,” featuring CLAS student, Joseph Myers (geography & earth sciences). (May 2)
- Fadel Zeidan’s (PhD, psychology, 2009) research on the “Benefits of Meditation on Cognitive Health” was featured in a number of national and international media outlets (pieces also mention study co-authors and UNC Charlotte psychology faculty Susan K. Johnson, Zhanna David and Paula Goolkasian)
- Fadel Zeidan’s (PhD, psychology, 2009) research on the “Benefits of Meditation on Cognitive Health” was featured in a number of national and international media outlets (pieces also mention study co-authors and UNC Charlotte psychology faculty Susan K. Johnson, Zhanna David and Paula Goolkasian)
- Alan May, anthropology, is featured in the Gaston Gazette in an article, “Archeologists dig new finds at Gaston’s oldest home. ” (Apr. 24)
- University City Magazine featured an article on the student-run Radio Free Charlotte, “UNCC Web stream takes on the Mainstream.” (April 2010, page 16+)
- Fadel Zeidan’s (PhD, psychology, 2009) research on the “Benefits of Meditation on Cognitive Health” was featured in a number of national and international media outlets (pieces also mention study co-authors and UNC Charlotte psychology faculty Susan K. Johnson, Zhanna David and Paula Goolkasian)
- Fadel Zeidan’s (PhD, psychology, 2009) research on the “Benefits of Meditation on Cognitive Health” was featured in a number of national and international media outlets (pieces also mention study co-authors and UNC Charlotte psychology faculty Susan K. Johnson, Zhanna David and Paula Goolkasian) (April 19)
- Alan Rauch, english, published in the (Raleigh) News & Observer an article on whales, “A lovely meditation on whales.” (Apr. 18)
- Fadel Zeidan’s (PhD, psychology, 2009) research on the “Benefits of Meditation on Cognitive Health” was featured in a number of national and international media outlets (pieces also mention study co-authors and UNC Charlotte psychology faculty Susan K. Johnson, Zhanna David and Paula Goolkasian) (April 16)
- The Shakespeare in Action Center was featured in an article in the Charlotte Observer regarding its “36 in 6” Event, “At UNCC, the Bard’s the thing – for 6 years .” (Apr. 16)
- Fadel Zeidan’s (PhD, psychology, 2009) research on the “Benefits of Meditation on Cognitive Health” was featured in a number of national and international media outlets (pieces also mention study co-authors and UNC Charlotte psychology faculty Susan K. Johnson, Zhanna David and Paula Goolkasian) (April 15)
- The Botanical Gardens’ opening of the Asian Garden was featured in an article in the Charlotte Observer, “Green & Serene.” (Apr. 9)
- James Tabor, religious studies, was quoted in Science & Religion Today in an article, “Do Angels and Demons Exist?” (Apr. 8)
- James Walsh and James Piazza, Center for Applied Counterterrorism Studies, were featured in an article in Miller-McCune discussing “Respect Human Rights, Reduce Terrorism. ” (Apr. 8
- Deborah Bosley, English, was a guest on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks” discussing “Plain Language.” (Mar. 12) She also writes about the plain-writing act in the Charlotte Observer: “Plain Writing Act – at last, a law that everyone can support.” (Apr. 4)
- Concepcion Godev, Elvira Jardines, and Ann González, languages and culture studies, were interviewed by the El Progreso Hispano for an article highlighting the departments work with the Latino community.
- The Salisbury Post ran a story about the College’s new Center for Applied Terrorism Studies (and quoted Jim Walsh, political science), “New Center Focuses on Terrorism.” (Mar. 14)
- Greg Weeks, political science, was quoted in the New York Times article “After the Earthquake, a Military Chile Can Love Again.” (Mar. 14)
- Larry Mellenchamp, botanical gardens, was a guest on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks,” talking about camellias. He was quoted in the Charlotte Observer’s article, “Where Spring Already Flowers.” (Mar. 7)
- Roslyn Arlin Mickelson, sociology, was quoted in an article in the Greensboro News & Record regarding diversity, “Wake County ditches its school diversity policy.” (Mar. 7)
- Jen Hartman, criminal justice, was quoted in a story by WCNC regarding “DNA proves father of Tiffany Wright’s baby.” (Mar. 5)
- Vivian Lord, criminal justice, was quoted in the Charlotte Observer article regarding “State hiring, slowly, for probation slots.” (Mar. 4)
- Kelly Finley, anthropology, was featured in the Charlotte Observer’s article about the Gloria Steinem event, “Speaking for Steinem, in a familiar voice.” (Mar. 4)
- The Charlotte Observer published a follow-up article on the Gloria Steinem lecture, “Steinem sounds rally cry, even in a whisper.” (Mar. 2)
- Roslyn Mickelson, sociology, was quoted in the New York Times story “District May End N.C. Economic Diversity Program.” (Feb 27)
- Aaron Gwyn, English, was quoted in the Salt Lake Tribune regarding a current book review in “Writing across Utah’s cultural divide.” (Feb. 19)
- Faramarz Farahi, physics and optical sciences, was mentioned in an article in the Charlotte Business Journal regarding “UNCC Charlotte’s fiber optics to vie at international awards.” (Feb. 12)
- Joey Lemons, Student Government president and history major, refutes opposition to 49ers football in the Charlotte Observer, “C.D. Spangler speaks for himself, not for UNC Charlotte.” (Feb. 12)
- Deborah Bosley, English, was quoted in Minyanville.com, “Can Big Banks Really Learn to Speak English?” discussing what’s next for consumer credit. (Feb. 10)
- James Tabor, religious studies, was featured in the Asheville Citizen-Times article, “How would Jesus worship? Scholar to address Jewishness of Jesus at UNCA.” (Feb. 7)
- Alan Freitag, public relations, was quoted in the WBTV Prime Time cover story, “Cover Story: Toyota – recall and reputation.” (Feb. 3)
- Melissa Fleischer, graduate student in religious studies, who participated in an archaeological dig at Mt Zion this summer, was featured in Biblical Archaeology Review magazine. (January/February)
- Ross Meentemeyer, Center for Applied Geographic Information Science, was featured in the Charlotte Observer story “UNC Charlotte scientist stalks the ‘bird flu’ of trees.” (Feb. 1)
- Eddy Souffrant, philosophy, was a guest on WFAE’s “Charlotte Talks,” discussing “A Charlotte Doctor in Haiti.” (Feb. 1)
- PBS interviewed Dr. James Tabor, religious studies, for its series “Closer to Truth.” (Jan. 31)
- James Tabor, religious studies, was recently interviewed in three major National Geographic episodes of the “Mysteries of the Bible” series: In Search of the Jesus Tomb; Mysteries of Mary Magdalene; and Who Killed Jesus? (Jan. 31)
- The “Divining America: Religion in American History” lecture series, featuring lectures by a number of CLAS faculty, was featured in the Charlotte Observer article “The rites of Americans,” which also quoted Julia Robinson-Harmon of the religious studies department. (Jan. 29)
- Vivian Lord, criminal justice department, was quoted on Fox News Charlotte regarding “More Indictments Against Ex-CMPD Cop.” (Jan. 26)
- Amy Ringwood, biology, was featured in the Charlotte Observer and the (Raleigh) News & Observer story “Searching for the unseen,” regarding research to ensure a healthier ecosystem. (Jan. 25)
- Peter W. Singer, defense expert, visited the College Jan. 21 to discuss his new book “Wired for War” and was quoted in an article in the Charlotte Observer, “Defense expert to talk about robots at war.”
- Vivian Lord, criminal justice department, was quoted in the Greensboro News & Record in a story “Fired Charlotte cop indicted on sex charges” (Jan. 20)
- Several Africana Studies students were quoted on WBTV “Group honors King holiday by cleaning up slave cemetery.”
- Several Africana Studies students were quoted in the Charlotte Observer and on WCNC, “Neglected black cemetery a trove of fading history,”
- Eric Heberlig, political science, comments on the GOOH movement, grass-roots movement to remove everyone from Congress on WBTV, “Get Out Of Our House.” (Jan. 18)
- Charlotte Business Journal reports that the Charlotte Teachers Institute was awarded a $25,000 grant, “Wells Fargo awards $25K to UNC Charlotte.” (Jan. 15)
- Andy Bobyarchick, geography and earth sciences, comments on the history of earthquakes in the Carolinas on WBTV, “Cover Story: Carolinas’ history of earthquakes.”(Jan. 15)
- Richard McAnulty, psychology, comments on teachers who’ve crossed the line with students on WBTV, “Cover Story: Crossing the line.” (Jan. 11)