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Prof. Down's book named a favorite of 2012
History News Network, Dec. 12, 2012: History professor Jim Downs' book, "Sick from Freedom: African-American Illness and Suffering during the Civil War and Reconstruction," was included on this list of the top five history books of 2012. More than 50 books were nominated.
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Daniella Garran '94 publishes book on history of collegiate rowing
Cape Cod Chronicle, Dec. 6, 2012: Daniella Garran '94 is the author of a new book, "A History of Collegiate Rowing in America." Garran said rowing was her passion at Connecticut College. "Rowing became the love of my life and crew was the first thing I ever really excelled at," she said. Garran will sign copies of the book Dec. 9 in Chatham, Mass.

ESPN anchors discuss the Connecticut College camel
ESPN, Dec. 5, 2012: During a discussion about college mascots, sportswriter and NBA columnist Jackie MacMullan said, "My daughter plays for the Connecticut College Camels."
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Connecticut College celebrates 50th anniversary of 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf'
The Day, Dec. 3, 2012: Connecticut College recently celebrated the 50^th anniversary of Edward Albee’s “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf,” with film screenings and a panel discussion about the lasting appeal of the play, its history and its future as a work of art.
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Men's basketball's Matt Vadas '14 is a leading scorer
Norwich Bulletin, Nov. 30, 2012: Men's basketball's Matt Vadas '14 leads the NESCAC with 19.5 points per game for the 1-3 Camels. He's also tied for second in the league with 11 3-pointers made and is fourth in rebounds with an average of nine per game. "He's a good shooter and a great scorer," coach Tom Satran said. "He's been like that since literally the first time he touched the ball as a freshman."
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Ted Chapin '72 P'07 praises NBC's casting of Carrie Underwood in 'The Sound of Music'
Los Angeles Times, Nov. 30, 2012: Connecticut College alumnus and former trustee Theodore S. Chapin '72 P'07, president and executive director of Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization, says the casting of country music singer Carrie Underwood as Maria von Trapp in NBC's upcoming live broadcast of "The Sound of Music" is "exciting beyond words."
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Roy Eaton '78 authors book
Coastal Breeze, Nov. 29, 2012: Roy Eaton '78 is the author of a new book, "Movers, Shakers, and Takers," a collection of his published newspaper pieces. The book has been endorsed by Donald Trump, a former classmate of Eaton's. A similar story was also reported by Naples Daily News.
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Kimberly McCabe '07 studies effects of plastic on ocean's ecosystem
The Patriot Ledger, Nov. 28, 2012: Kimberly McCabe '07, an educator at Boston's New England Aquarium, was one of 37 volunteers, scientists and crew members on a 37-day Plastics at SEA 2012 expedition in the North Pacific to study the effects of plastic on the ocean ecosystem. "I am working on spreading the word and thinking of new ways to bring these issues to the public's attention," she said. "Hopefully we can inspire people to 'live blue' and protect the ocean."

Prof. Zimmer blogs about using genetically modified chickens to fight avian flu
Huffington Post, Nov. 27, 2012: Marc Zimmer, the Jean C. Tempel '65 Professor of Physical Sciences, says scientists are close to creating populations of genetically modified chickens that could help prevent the spread of avian flu. While there is some concern about the use of genetically modified poultry, Zimmer says they may be our best bet for preventing deadly outbreaks. "Soon we might have to decide whether we are willing to accept genetically modified organisms as our allies in the fight against diseases such as the flu," he writes.
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Lauren Burke '06 assists immigrants affected by Hurricane Sandy
NPR, Nov. 26, 2012, Lauren Burke '06, an immigration lawyer and head of DIY, an organization for immigrant youth and their allies, is assisting immigrants affected by Hurricane Sandy. Federal financial disaster assistance is inaccessible for undocumented immigrants, leaving many who were left homeless by the storm unqualified to receive FEMA assistance.
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Coach Josh Edmed earns Coach of the Year honors
Cape Cod Times, Nov. 24, 2012: Women's volleyball coach Josh Edmed, a Yarmouth native, was named American Volleyball Coaches Association New England and NESCAC Coach of the Year after leading his squad to the NCAA Division III Tournament. The Camels also hosted the NESCAC Championship for the first time in program history. "It was a fun season to be part of," Edmed said.
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Barbara Strother '87 to retire as Groton's economic development specialist
The Day, Nov. 24, 2012: Barbara Strother '87, an economic development specialist for the Town of Groton, is retiring after nearly 34 years of work in different positions with the town. Town Manager Mark Oefinger said Strother will be hard to replace. "Barbara has done a great job for the town over the years. She's resourceful, well-connected and knows the community so well," Oefinger said.
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Gabe Salk '14 says nationally ranked sailing team helped draw him to Connecticut College
The Jamestown Press, Nov. 22, 2012: Gabe Salk '14, a member of the College's co-ed sailing team, said the sailing program was an important consideration when he was looking for schools to attend. Both the women's team and the co-ed team are ranked in the top 10 in the conference and in the top 25 nationally.
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Prof. Van Slyck discusses mealtime in America
BackStory, Nov. 22, 2012: Abigail Van Slyck, professor of art history and associate dean of the faculty, is interviewed about the significance of mealtime at summer camps in this radio piece about mealtime in America. Van Slyck, author of "A Manufactured Wilderness: Summer Camps and the Shaping of American Youth, 1890–1960," says early summer camps were gendered and treated mealtime and meal preparation as such, with girls being trained for their future roles in the home and boys being taught to help out as part of a bonding experience.
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Prof. Dunlap is keynote speaker at racial profiling education forum
The Day, Nov. 18, 2012: Professor of Human Development Michelle Dunlap was the keynote speaker during a racial profiling education forum at Three Rivers Community College on Saturday. Dunlap is writing a book about people who have become victims of racial profiling while shopping.
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Mike LeDuc '14 is an All-American for the third time
The Day, Nov. 18, 2012: Michael LeDuc '14 earned All-America status for the third time, finishing 13th at the NCAA Div. III Men's Cross Country Championship on Saturday.
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Connecticut College Winter Sports Preview
The Day, Nov. 17, 2012: These winter sports previews include information about key returning student-athletes and the outlook for men's and women's basketball, men's and women's hockey and swimming.
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Andrea Hoisington '14 named to field hockey's All-New England West Region second team
The Day, Nov. 16, 2012: Andrea Hoisington '14 was named to the Longstreth/National Field Hockey Coaches' Association All-New England West Region second team. In sailing, Pearson Potts '16 and Steph Kapinos '13 were honored as the New England Intercollegiate Sailing Association's Coed Sailors of the week.
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Stephanie Vanderslice '89 named Arkansas Professor of the Year
Log Cabin Democrat, Nov. 15, 2012: Stephanie Vanderslice '89, a creative writing professor at the University of Central Arkansas, has been named the 2012 Arkansas Professor of the Year by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. Vanderslice has been instrumental in the development of the National Writing Project of Central Arkansas and has been published in many book collections and journals, both nationally and internationally.
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Noam Waksman '15 co-authors unique blog on Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Wicked Local Wellesley, Nov. 15, 2012: In this Q&A, Noah Waksman '15 and a high school classmate, Hani Nicholas Azzam, discuss "Until Next Year in Jerusalem," a blog about their hopes for a peaceful resolution to the highly charged and often-politicized Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The project stems from correspondence between Waksman, a dual citizen of the United States and Israel, and Azzam, a Palestinian-American. The two, who have been friends since childhood, began corresponding about the issue during the fall of 2010, while Waksman was recovering from brain surgery and could only have limited personal contact with friends and family.
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Cousin of Elizabeth Durante '10 works to continue her humanitarian mission
GazetteNet, Nov. 15, 2012: The cousin of Elizabeth Durante '10, who was killed by a drunken driver while on her way to Africa to participate in a humanitarian mission, is running in the first half-marathon trail race in Ethiopia to benefit the Himalayan Cataract Project and imagine1day.
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Prof. Pessin to discuss 'Uncommon Sense' at Groton Public Library
Norwich Bulletin, Nov. 13, 2012: Philosophy professor Andrew Pessin will discuss theories and explanations from his latest book "Uncommon Sense: The Strangest Ideas from the Smartest Philosophers," at the Groton Public Library on Dec. 6. A book signing will follow the discussion.
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Prof. Dunlap to participate in racial profiling education forum
Norwich Bulletin, Nov. 12, 2012: Michelle Dunlap, professor of human development, will give presentations and lead discussions during a racial profiling education forum at Three Rivers Community College on Nov. 17.
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WSJ features Gordon Veneklasen's '84 private collection
The Wall Street Journal, Nov. 9, 2012: Gordon Veneklasen '84 is a leading art dealer who has amassed groupings of everything from paintings and drawings by top artists to Ming Dynasty ivory tablets and modern Brazilian furniture.

Arts blog features 'Systema Naturae: The Order of Nature'
Hartford Courant, Nov. 8, 2012: This Hartford Courant art and entertainment blog features an entry on "Systema Naturae: The Order of Nature," an exhibit of work by Swedish artists Carina Fihn and Berit Jonsvik on exhibit in the Cummings Arts Center Galleries until Friday, Dec. 7.
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Volleyball's Edmed named NESCAC Coach of the Year
The Day, Nov. 8, 2012: Volleyball coach Josh Edmed has been named the 2012 NESCAC Coach of the Year. This profile attributes Edmed's success – 186 wins in 11 seasons, including at least 18 wins in each of the last six years – to his calm demeanor, effective recruiting and emphasis on academics. Edmed coached this year's team to the program's first appearance in the NESCAC championship game, and the team will host its first Division III NCAA tournament regional match Friday night in Luce Field House.
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Schroff '13 named volleyball's NESCAC Player of the Year
The Day, Nov. 8, 2012: Rachel Schroff '13, a senior right side hitter, has been named volleyball's NESCAC Player of the Year by the league's coaches. Schroff also earned All-NESCAC honors for the first time in her career. Also earning All-NESCAC honors are setter Katie Ketcham '13 (first team) and Caroline Martin '16 (second team), who became the second player in program history to garner NESCAC Rookie of the Year honors. In field hockey Andrea Hoisington '14 was a second-team All-NESCAC selection in field hockey.
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Prof. Graesch: Winter gift-giving holidays contribute to clutter-created stress
The Oregonian, Nov. 8, 2012: Anthony Graesch, assistant professor of anthropology, is quoted in this story about how modern holidays have become heavy with spending and consumption. "American families have so much stuff they can't manage it all, and that's creating stress," said Graesch. "And winter gift-giving holidays are a key time for increasing the possessions in our lives."
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President Leo I. Higdon Jr. to retire at the end of 2013
The Day, Nov. 6, 2012: At a campus meeting Monday, President Leo I. Higdon Jr. announced his plans to retire from the presidency at the end of 2013. By the end of 2013, the College will have completed its campaign to raise $200 million and will begin working on a new strategic plan. Any departing college president wants to leave the institution in a better place than it was when he or she arrived, Higdon told The Day. "I think we clearly have done that," he said. "It's a collective 'we.' This community has come together to achieve this program of success and I feel really good about it." The story also quotes Andrea Lanoux, associate professor of Slavic studies and chair of the Faculty Steering and Conference Committee; Roger Brooks, dean of the faculty; and Taylor Gould '13, president of the Student Government Association. Similar stories were also reported by: The Chronicle of Higher Education, WTNH.com, Hartford Courant, Norwich Bulletin, Hartford Business, New London Patch and The College Voice.
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Prof. Vyse discusses political superstitions on HuffPost Live
HuffPost Live, Nov. 6, 2012: Psychology professor Stuart Vyse, author of "Believing in Magic: The Psychology of Superstition," was a featured guest in a live Election Day discussion about political superstitions. "Life is uncertain, and we have so much riding on these things," Vyse said of elections. "Anyone involved in these campaigns is living for the day. They don't know what is going to happen … so anything that can be done to give a sense of control, that can be very attractive."
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Prof. Nier says disaster brings out true nature of people
Fox News, Nov. 5, 2012: In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, Jason Nier, associate professor of psychology, says it is common for such disasters to bring out tales of hope and heroism – as well as stories of callous cruelty. "In a disaster situation, people aren't sure what the norms are. People may look to what others are doing in determining what their behavior may be," Nier said.
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Joanne Robinson '88 wins highest teaching honor
Charlotte Observer, Nov. 4, 2012: Joanne Robinson '88, associate professor of religious studies at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, has accepted the Bank of America Award for Teaching Excellence, the university’'s highest teaching honor. She has taught religious studies at UNCC since 1996. She was introduced to religious studies at Connecticut College when she took an introductory class with an excellent professor. "I had no idea you could actually study religion," she said. "I got hooked and have been studying it ever since."

Director of homeless center celebrates student volunteers
The Day, Nov. 3, 2012: In this letter to The Day, Cathy Zell, executive director of the New London Homeless Hospitality Center, thanks Connecticut College and Coast Guard Academy students for volunteering their time to help at the center. Students from the College's Holleran Center devote a whole semester to helping plan and implement the annual walk for homeless, helping raise thousands of dollars. "We appreciate them for their generous service and the college administrators who understand the value of service," Zell wrote.
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VP Hammond receives distinguished service award
The Day, Nov. 3, 2012: Ulysses Hammond, vice president for administration at Connecticut College, received the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut's 2012 William Crawford Distinguished Service award Friday. U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney, D-2nd District, and chamber President Tony Sheridan presented the award to Hammond during the event at the Mystic Marriott.
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Editorial: A much-deserved honor for Hammond
The Day, Nov. 2, 2012: This editorial congratulates Ulysses Hammond, vice president for administration at Connecticut College, on being the recipient of the 2012 William Crawford Distinguished Service Award from the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut. "Mr. Hammond is most deserving of the award that recognizes outstanding service to the community and important contributions to the quality of life in our region," the piece says.
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Autobiography of the late Marcia Tucker '61 published
Korea Times, Nov. 2, 2012: An autobiography about the late Marcia Tucker '61 has recently been published. The book, "A Short Life of Trouble: Forty Years in the New York Art World," chronicles Tucker's life as the first woman to be hired as a curator at the Whitney Museum of American Art, and as the founder of the New Museum of Contemporary Art in New York City. Tucker died in 2006 while she was working on the autobiography, which was then completed by her friend, Liza Lou.
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CNN blog quotes Prof. Downs on race and health care
CNN, Nov. 1, 2012: This blog about issues of race, identity and politics quotes history professor Jim Downs, author of "Sick from Freedom: African-American Illness and Suffering during the Civil War and Reconstruction," about race and health care. "The notion that the federal government should help those who cannot help themselves wasn't widely accepted before the Civil War," Downs said. "There were a few charities and municipal hospitals that took care of the sick, but most institutions ignored ordinary people who needed health care."
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College on Kiplinger's list of best values in private colleges
Kiplinger, October, 2012: Connecticut College is No. 48 on Kiplinger's list of best values in private colleges. To determine value, Kiplinger's considers quality and affordability.
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Green-roof systems a trend
The Day, Oct. 28, 2012: This feature story about Lebanon's Pride's Corner Farms, which installs green-roof systems, mentions the business installed a green-roof system atop Cro-Bar in the College Center at Crozier-Williams last year.
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Prof. Vyse discusses superstition on CBS Sunday Morning
CBS Sunday Morning, Oct. 28, 2012: Psychology professor Stuart Vyse, author of "Believing in Magic: The Psychology of Superstition," discussed superstition in an in-depth interview with CBS's Susan Spencer, describing it as "a belief or an action that is inconsistent with science."
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College debuts new science center
The Day, Oct. 27, 2012: The College had ceremonies dedicating the new science center at the newly renovated New London Hall, Saturday. The building houses labs, offices, a greenhouse, seminar rooms and numerous study and work spaces for the botany, biology and computer science departments. "This was a very deliberate integration, because some of the best science is coming out of integrating the disciplines," said Jean Curtin Tempel '65, a trustee emeritus, former vice chairwoman of the board of trustees and one of the center's major benefactors.
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ConnChords and CoCo Beaux to perform in Greenwich concert
Greenwich Time, Oct. 27, 2012: A cappella groups ConnChords and CoCo Beaux will perform Nov. 2 at the Belle Haven Club in Greenwich. The concert is hosted by The Off Sounders, a Greenwich men's a cappella group, and is dedicated to the memory of a founding member of the group.
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VP Hammond talks openly as cancer survivor
The Day, Oct. 26, 2012: African American men have the highest cancer death rate in Connecticut and in the nation. Ulysses Hammond, vice president of administration at Connecticut College and chairman of the board at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital in New London, is a cancer survivor, and has seen the disparity issue both as a patient and as a health care leader. He is talking openly about his experience, trying to reach out especially to African Americans and Latinos because of the cultural challenges they share. "They know that I get it," he said. "We can communicate."
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President Higdon discusses education and the global economy
The Resident, Oct. 24, 2012: President Leo I. Higdon Jr. spoke at an Oct. 15 Business Breakfast organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut. The event drew together a panel of college presidents to discuss education in a global economy for an audience of some 100 business, civic and legislative leaders.
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Mark Warren '07 is partner in handmade ceramic dishes company
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Oct. 21, 2012: Mark Warren '07 is a partner in Haand, a two-man ceramic design studio that makes minimal and elegant objects, such as bowls, for everyday use. The company, housed in an old farmhouse near Durham, N.C., uses rainwater for slip casting and a passive solar energy system to dry molds. The company's kilns are fired with propane and they dig and refine on the property some of the red clay used in their porcelain.

Molly Goettsche '07 discusses her research on 'the five-second rule'
WAMU-FM Radio (Washington, D.C.), Oct. 19, 2012: This story includes audio from a 2007 interview with Molly Goettsche '07 about her research with partner Nicole Moin '07 on the validity of the "the five-second rule," which stipulates that dropped food will be safe to eat if it stays on the floor for fewer than five seconds.

Scholarship winner named in honor of VP Hammond
The Day, Oct. 19, 2012: Ulysses Hammond, vice president of administration at Connecticut College, was honored at the 31^st annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Awards ceremony last week with a surprise additional scholarship announced in his honor. "These students are just unbelievable - what they have already accomplished and the promise and the hope for America that they represent," said Hammond. "They are scholars who are also providing outstanding service in their community … phenomenal students who just need an opportunity to go forward." Hammond is stepping down as president of the program's board of trustees after 10 years.
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100 students attend New London's food stroll
The Day, Oct. 19, 2012: Approximately 100 Connecticut College students attended New London's annual Fall Food Stroll last week. New London Main Street said attendance was up by nearly 24 percent from last year.
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Professor's David Dorfman Dance performs at Union College
Times Union, Oct. 18, 2012: David Dorfman Dance performed "Prophets of Funk" Friday at The Egg in Albany, N.Y., following a residency at Union College last week. "It's not about 'look what I can do' – it's 'look at me, and then I'll teach you how to do it,'" dance professor David Dorfman said. "I have worked hard on making what we do as a company available to everyone – we are there to give, and to communicate with the audience."
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Nature article details results of nine-year study by Prof. Scott Warren and students
Nature, Oct. 18, 2012: This article details the results of a nine-year study by Scott Warren, the Jean C. Tempel '65 Professor Emeritus of Botany; more than a dozen Connecticut College students; and a team of researchers with the Marine Biological Laboratory. The study showed that nutrient enrichment, a global problem for coastal ecosystems, can be a driver of salt marsh loss.
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College to commemorate 50th anniversary of Rachel Carson's 'Silent Spring'
The Day, Oct. 18, 2012: Today, Connecticut College will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the publication of Rachel Carson's "Silent Spring," the landmark book credited with launching the environmental movement. The series of free events includes a panel discussion moderated by Linda Lear '62, author of the award-winning biography "Rachel Carson: Witness for Nature."
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Prof. Vyse: Credit card debt still a concern among consumers
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Oct. 17, 2012: While credit card debt has dropped and consumer borrowing has dipped in recent years, psychology Professor Stuart Vyse argues that there is still reason for concern in this opinion piece. Vyse, author of "Going Broke: Why Americans Can't Hold on to Their Money," says there are two indicators of lingering vulnerability: a soaring personal bankruptcy rate and inadequate savings.
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Michael LeDuc '14 named NESCAC performer of the week
The Day, Oct. 16, 2012: Michael LeDuc '14 was named the NESCAC men’s cross country performer of the week after placing second in the Connecticut College Invitational on Saturday at Harkness Park. "Mike worked very hard this summer to prepare for the fall and the past few weeks his training has been going very well," coach Jim Butler said in a released statement. "His fitness level was evident in how well he ran on Saturday. Hopefully, we can carry this forward and keep him injury free as we approach the championship portion of the season."
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Helen Benedict '68 named recipient of Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award
Baylor University, Oct. 15, 2012: Helen E. Benedict '68, a professor and director of clinical training in the department of psychology and neuroscience at Baylor University, has been named the recipient of the annual Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award by the Texas Psychological Association. She will be presented with the award Nov. 2 at the association's annual awards luncheon.
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Prof. Downs to participate in panel marking Emancipation Proclamation anniversary
The Avon News (Avon, Conn.), Oct. 15, 2012: History professor Jim Downs will participate in a panel discussion of historic and contemporary perspectives on emancipation at Hartford's Harriet Beecher Stowe Center today at 5 p.m. The program is part of a series of events marking the Emancipation Proclamation's 150^th anniversary and linking emancipation then and now.
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Beth-Ann Stewart '89 is executive director of Stonington Community Center
The Sun, Oct. 11, 2012: Beth-Ann Stewart '89, director of Stonington's Department of Human Services, has been named the new executive director of the Stonington Community Center. She assumed her new role Nov. 5.

College donation to New London art organizations is 'talk of the town'
WVIT (Hartford, New Haven), Oct. 9, 2012: The "Talk of the Town" in New London is a big donation to the arts from Connecticut College, according to this regular news segment. The College donated $12,000 to the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, which will award the money to different New London arts organizations. The College raised the funds through ticket sales to last Saturday's onStage at Connecticut College performance. This story was also reported by New London Patch.

Connecticut College to donate $12,000 to New London arts organizations
The Day, Oct. 9, 2012: Connecticut College raised $12,000 over the weekend during the first event of its annual onStage at Connecticut College series and will donate all proceeds to the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut to award to New London arts organizations. The "Cherish New London" event included a performance by the Irish music ensemble Cherish the Ladies, a free community dessert reception and remarks by President Leo I. Higdon Jr. and New London Mayor Daryl Justin Finizio. The story was also reported by Norwich Bulletin.
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Connecticut College awarded $100,000 to establish Islamic studies program
The Day, Oct. 9, 2012: Connecticut College has been awarded a $100,000 planning grant by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to develop a new program in global Islamic studies. Initial steps include plans for a group of faculty to visit Turkey to develop expertise for a new gateway course. Incorporating global Islamic studies across disciplines is also planned. Sufia Uddin, associate professor of religious studies, will oversee the project. This story was also reported by the Norwich Bulletin.
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JC Cangelosi '15 competes in the USTA/Intercollegiate Tennis Association Regional Singles Championship
Naples Daily News, Oct. 9, 2012: JC Cangelosi '15 competed in the United States Tennis Association/Intercollegiate Tennis Association Regional Singles Championship in late September in Williamstown, Mass. Cangelosi won his first round singles match and was eliminated in the second round. Joshua Suneby '15 also won a first round match before being eliminated in the second round. "Both guys really dug deep for us to pull out these first round wins," said Connecticut College tennis coach Chris O'Brien. "It's great to see how far they've come in just their second season with the program."
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Women's soccer gets a shout out
WFSB (CBS - Hartford/New Haven), Oct. 8, 2012: News anchors congratulate the women's soccer team, which beat seventh-ranked Middlebury 1-0 over the weekend, in this clip.

Prof. Graesch quoted in story about study of how possessions shape us
Deseret News (Salt Lake City, Utah), Oct. 8, 2012: Anthropology professor Anthony Graesch, co-author of "Life at Home in the Twenty-First Century," is quoted in this story about how clutter is impacting the lives of the average American family. "This is a really fascinating period of human history," Graesch says. "This is the age of capitalism. We've just never been here before. Human society … we've never had as much stuff in a single family's home as we do now."
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Amy Poster '68 appointed curator-at-large at museum of art
Artinfo, Oct. 8, 2012: Amy Poster '68 has been appointed curator-at-large at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, funded by a grant from the Mellon Foundation. Poster is curator emerita of Asian art at the Brooklyn Museum and an independent curator and consultant specializing in South and East Asian art.
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Liz Longley promoted to head coach of women's lacrosse
LaxPower, Oct. 7, 2012: Interim head coach Liz Longley has been promoted to the permanent position of head coach of women's lacrosse at Connecticut College, effective immediately. Longley, a former All-American and captain of Hamilton College's 2007 NCAA Elite 8 team, joined the program on an interim basis in October of 2011 and promptly directed the Camels to their best conference finish in four years.
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President Higdon discusses education and the global economy at Chamber event
The Day, Oct. 6, 2012: President Leo I. Higdon Jr. was one of four higher education leaders who spoke during a Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut panel discussion on Friday. Higdon said Connecticut College is teaching its students to develop strong analytical abilities, to become effective communicators and to work in internships that help them develop strong skill sets. "We all view higher education as the great equalizer," he said.
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Theater students perform hip-hop version of Romeo and Juliet
The Day, Oct. 5, 2012: This feature story previews "I <3 Juliet," the theater department's hip-hop version of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. The play is a product of the students' work with the Q Brothers, who have been in residence at the College developing the play for the last few weeks. It features an original script rapped over a series of original beats that run through the whole performance.
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Laurie Whalen new assistant volleyball coach
The Day, Oct. 5, 2012: Laurie Whalen has been hired as an assistant on volleyball coach Josh Edmed's staff. Her status as a newcomer hasn't held her back. She's jumped right in, taking charge and speaking up in practice. She's already developed a bond with the players. "Their skill level is way beyond what I've coached, but it's been a great learning experience," Whalen said. "I watch and learn from Josh. I'm teaching the girls new things and they're also teaching me at the same time. … I've never seen such a hard working team. The team chemistry is awesome."
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Ellen Carenza '96 is Montville Teacher of the Year
The Day, Oct. 4, 2012: Ellen Carenza '96 has been named the 2013 Montville Teacher of the Year. In this story, Carenza looks back on her own early experiences in school. "School was a place where I felt safe. It was a place where I could shine and excel," Carenza said. "I started to love school and I realized how much I like caring for children. It seemed natural to become a teacher."
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Julianne O'Brien Pedersen '88 to present modern dance master class
Broadway World, Oct. 2, 2012: Julianne O'Brien Pedersen '88, dean of the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance and professor of dance at Dean College, will present a modern dance master class at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts on Oct. 12.
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Prof. Howes contributes to debate on wages for home care workers in California county
Times-Standard (Eureka, Calif.), Oct. 2, 2012: Professor Candace Howes and another college professor presented evidence to a fact-finding panel charged with considering raises for home care workers in California's Humboldt County. Despite the fact-finding report, which concluded the county had money in its budget to pay the workers more, the Board of Supervisors voted not to give the workers a raise. They argued the author of the report did not understand the county's budget process. "In my reading of the fact-finder's report, he understood the financing perfectly well," said Howes. "He was arguing that the county had, in fact, put forward a budget which would have more than covered the wage cost of the increase, given what the IHSS program actually costs."
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Prof. Graesch interviewed on Canada's 'Global News'
Global News (Toronto, Canada), Oct. 2, 2012: Anthropology professor Anthony Graesch, co-author of "Life at Home in the Twenty-First Century," is interviewed via Skype in this story about how unorganized and cluttered homes add to stress.
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Prof. Penny Leisring '93 to speak at Quinnipiac's Mount Carmel Campus
Hartford Courant, Oct. 1, 2012: Penny Leisring '93, a psychology professor at Quinnipiac University, will deliver a lecture on intimate partner violence perpetrated by women Oct. 10 at Quinnipiac's Mount Carmel Campus.
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Nancy Becker '70 and husband to receive award for outstanding contributions to their community
Waterbury Observer, Sept. 29, 2012: Nancy Becker '70 and her husband, Joel, who own Waterbury's Torrington Supply Company, will be honored by the Mattatuck Museum with the Brass Button Award Oct. 4. The award recognizes outstanding contributions of individuals in the greater Waterbury area. The Beckers have been advocates of Waterbury and the region and are actively engaged in the city's civic and cultural life.
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Jesse Lerch '10 participates in his first major exhibition
New Jersey Herald, Sept. 28, 2012: Jesse Lerch '10 participated in New Jersey's Peters Valley Fine Craft Fair, his first major exhibition. He displayed figurative encaustic pieces he created by embedding carbon-transferred imagery between layers of transparent wax medium. Lerch also displayed stained glass pendants, jewelry and brooches. He teaches graphic design at Sussex County Community College and studio art at Faith Center for the Arts in Sparta, N.J.

Rob Hall '88 gives back to athletics years after taking painful message to heart
The Day, Sept. 26, 2012: Rob Hale '88, president of Granite Telecommunications, along with his wife and two anonymous donors, gave $1.6 million to upgrade the College's athletic facilities. Hale said the experience of being cut from the men's lacrosse team during his sophomore year played a vital role in his development and served as valuable life lesson. "In retrospect, that was among the best things that happened to me because I didn't let being cut define me. I was able to go and find other important things that I can contribute to and help."
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College to create academic resource center with $11 million gift
The Day, Sept. 24, 2012: Connecticut College will create a new resource center to house expanded academic support, writing and quantitative resources and the office of disability services under one roof. The college received an anonymous $11 million gift, the largest single gift in its history, this summer to fund the center. When completed, the center will comprise offices and seminar rooms in 2,500 square feet on the third floor of the Charles E. Shain Library.
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Prof. Downs talks discusses 'Sick From Freedom'
WAMU-FM Radio (Washington, D.C.), Sept. 23, 2012: In this radio interview, history professor Jim Downs talks about his book, "Sick From Freedom: African-American Illness and Suffering During the Civil War and Reconstruction," which is based on his findings from 10 years of extensive research into the lives of African-Americans during the Civil War and post-Civil War era.
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Prof. Downs' book highlighted on Washington Post's Civil War blog
Washington Post, Sept. 22, 2102: This blog dedicated to news and issues of importance to Civil War enthusiasts highlights a new book by Jim Downs, "Sick From Freedom: African-American Illness and Suffering During the Civil War and Reconstruction," on the 150^th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. Downs' book tells the largely unknown story of African-American illness and death during the time of emancipation.
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Marine ecologist Karen McGlathery '81 inspired by Prof. Niering
LiveScience, Sept. 20, 2012: In this Q&A, marine ecologist Karen McGlathery '81, a University of Virginia professor and lead investigator for the Virginia Coast Reserve Long-Term Ecological Research project, says she was inspired to pursue marine ecology by the late professor William Niering. "The professor I worked with at Connecticut College was Bill Niering, who was one of the real intellects in wetland and coastal ecology at that time. He was just amazing," she said. "He had this incredible energy and enthusiasm. He really inspired me to go into my field."
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President Higdon: Get the most out of your nonprofit board
Providence Journal, Sept. 19, 2012: In this opinion piece, President Leo I. Higdon Jr. shares advice for strengthening the relationships between non-profit organizations and their governing boards.
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Ellen Carenza '96 named 2013 Montville Teacher of the Year
Norwich Bulletin, Sept. 19, 2012: Ellen Carenza '96 has been named the 2013 Montville Teacher of the Year. The award recognizes Carenza's passion for teaching and her belief in the potential of middle school students.
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Unity House collaborates with New London partners to celebrate Latino Heritage Month
The Day, Sept. 19, 2012: Connecticut College's Unity House will partner with New London cultural and educational organizations to celebrate Latino Heritage Month with film screenings, art exhibits, poetry, spoken word, fiestas and educational workshops.
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A Q&A with Gretchen Heefner about her new book
The Boston Globe, Sept. 18, 2012: In this Q&A, visiting history instructor Gretchen Heefner talks about her new book, "The Missile Next Door: The Minuteman in the American Heartland." The book is based on a six-year exploration of how rural Americans of all political stripes were drafted to fight the Cold War by living with nuclear missiles in their backyards—and what that story tells us about enduring political divides and the persistence of defense spending.

New lights on Silfen Field
The Day, Sept. 18, 2012: Connecticut College turned on the new lights at Silfen Field for the first time last week during a special ceremony. The college received $1.6 million in gifts to add lights and upgrade the locker room and training room facilities. In other news, the College has an agreement with First Team Broadcasting to web cast sporting events throughout the year.
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Kim McElderry '97 named to Connecticut Field Hockey Hall of Fame
Hartford Courant, Sept. 18, 2012: Kim McElderry '97 has been named to the Connecticut Field Hockey Hall of Fame. She will be inducted Sept. 30 at the AquaTurf Club in Southington.
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VP Hammond to receive service award Nov. 2
Groton Patch, Sept. 17, 2012: Vice President for Administration Ulysses Hammond has been awarded the 2012 William Crawford Distinguished Service Award by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut. The award dinner will be at 5:45 p.m. on Nov. 2 at the Mystic Marriott Hotel.
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Noam Shai Waksman '15 launches website exploring Israeli-Palestinian relations
The Swellesley Report, Sept. 17, 2012: Noam Shai Waksman '15 and a high school classmate, Hani Nicholas Azzam, have launched a website called "Until Next Year in Jerusalem," designed to explore Israeli-Palestinian relations through the eyes of two Americans with Middle Eastern roots. The project stems from correspondence between Waksman and Azzam during the fall of 2010, while Waksman was recovering from brain surgery and could only have limited personal contact with friends and family. Waksman is a dual citizen of the United States and Israel, while Azzam's father is of Palestinian-American heritage.
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Prof. Chrisler offers advice to those with 'weight loss buddies'
Weight Watchers, Sept. 17, 2012: In this story about "weight loss buddies," psychology professor Joan Chrisler advises enlisting more than one friend – and giving them different roles - to help you lose weight. She also suggests keeping your eyes on your own scale. "Everyone's metabolism is different. Compete with yourself, not with others," she said.
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Prof. Graesch's new book mentioned in Food Network Magazine
Food Network Magazine, Oct. 2012: This story mentions anthropology professor Anthony Graesch's new book, "Life at Home in the Twenty-First Century." According to the book, the average family fridge has 52 different things stuck to it.

Willow tree in Arboretum named on nation's 'big tree' list
The Day, Sept. 13, 2012: A large Bebb Willow tree rooted in the Arboretum has been named to the "National Register of Big Trees." Glenn Dreyer, executive director of the Connecticut College Arboretum and co-chairman of Connecticut's Notable Trees Committee, nominated the willow for this year's register. Dreyer himself planted the tree in the Arboretum in 1985, after he and the late professor William Niering found the tree growing in Waterford.
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Prof. Singer ponders a paperless world
Psychology Today, Sept. 15, 2012: Psychology professor Jefferson Singer ponders the impact of the growing popularity of digital books on his religion, Judaism, which is based on the text of the Torah. "Will this connection to the Torah remain as solid, as physically compelling, when all that we read and study will be digital?" Singer asks.
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Linda Lear '62 comments on 50th anniversary of Rachel Carson's 'Silent Spring'
National Geographic, Sept. 2012: Linda Lear '62, author of the biography, "Rachel Carson: Witness for Nature," and of the introduction to the 50th anniversary edition of Carson's "Silent Spring" is quoted in this story about what has changed in the 50 years since Carson wrote the book. Lear said that while Carson urged more cautious use of pesticides, she didn't advocate specific policies. This story was reported by many other news outlets, including USA Today, Press & Sun-Bulletin (NY), Star Press (IN), Montgomery Advertiser (AL), Leaf-Chronicle (TN) and Florida Today.

Katie Ketcham '13 named NESCAC Player of the Week
The Day, Sept. 11, 2012: Katie Ketcham '13 was named the NESCAC Player of the Week in volleyball. Ketcham paced the Camels to a four match sweep and a perfect 12-0 record in games at the Johnson and Wales University Invitational.
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Prof. McDowell's paintings to be featured in Italian art exhibition
The Day, Sept. 11, 2012: Art professor Tim McDowell will exhibit some of his paintings in Italian Visions/Visioni Italiane, a new exhibition opening at Hygienic Art in New London. The exhibit features seven American artists whose work has been profoundly influenced by Italy. "For me, Italy is a sensual, particularly visual overload of stimuli," McDowell says. "As an artist, I can not help but be in awe of what has transpired there – the overall elevation of artistic expression." The exhibit opens Sept. 15 and runs through Oct. 13.
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Irish music ensemble to kick-off onStage 2012-2013 season
Norwich Bulletin, Sept. 10, 2012: The Irish music ensemble Cherish the Ladies will perform Oct. 6 in Palmer Auditorium at 8 p.m. The performance will kick-off the onStage at Connecticut College 2012-2013 season. All proceeds from the performance will be donated to the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut to benefit arts organizations in New London. Irish music ensemble to kick-off onStage 2012-2013 season
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Annual Family Day continues philanthropic legacy of Mary and Edward Harkness
The Day, Sept. 10, 2012: Sunday was the 19th Annual Harkness Family Day at Harkness Memorial State Park in Waterford. Edward Harkness, one of four sons of Stephen V. Harkness, inherited a fortune when his father died. This story mentions Harkness Chapel and dormitories at Connecticut College were built through the philanthropy of Mary and Edward Harkness.
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Lisa Friedrich Becker '92 works to preserve historic one-room schoolhouse
The Washington Post, Sept. 10, 2012: Lisa Friedrich Becker '92, president of the Upper Pohick Community League, helped preserve the Sydenstricker Schoolhouse, a one-room schoolhouse in Fairfax County, Virginia. It is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A similar story was reported by the Springfield Connection.
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NYT follows Isaac Hancock '12 in apartment search
The New York Times, Sept. 7, 2012: Isaac Hancock '12 is one of four new graduates followed in this feature about finding an apartment in New York City. Hancock, who is teaching at Success Academy Bed-Stuy in Brooklyn through Teach for America, wanted an apartment where he and four roommates could each pay about $1,000 in rent. The group found a five-bedroom on the Upper East Side.
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College studying feasibility of Arboretum wind turbine
Patch, Sept. 7, 2012: A Connecticut College sustainability group is gathering data to see if sustained winds would support alternative energy. A Triton Sonic Wind Profiler sodar system is in the midst of a year-long process of data collection on the outskirts of the campus. Sustainability manager Josh Stoffel said discussions would have to take place on the benefits and costs of the project if the results show that a turbine is possible, including the ability to link the turbine to the campus and the effect on the arboretum.
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Newspaper photographer Laura Cianciolo '16 excited to learn new skills
Wicked Local Medfield, Sept. 6, 2012: Laura B. Cianciolo '16, who was a photographer and columnist for the Medfield Press newspaper, says she is excited about learning new things at Connecticut College. "Right now, photography is just a hobby, but hopefully I'll take advantage of the College's great art department and learn some new skills and techniques," she said.
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Luke Carneal '13 helped refugees reconnect with farming traditions this summer
The Washington Post, Sept. 5, 2012: Luke Carneal '13, an international relations major, interned with the Baltimore branch of the New Roots communal gardens program this summer. The organization helps refugees reconnect with their homelands' farming traditions, with 17 gardens in nine U.S. cities across the United States. "It's amazing the amount of time they devote to it," Carneal said.

State vegetation task force recommends using Glenn Dreyer's guidelines
The Day, Sept. 5, 2012: The State Vegetation Management Task Force released a report concluding that the state needs a systematic, proactive strategy to manage its roadside trees and reduce the risk of a recurrence of the massive power outages that occurred after two major storms of 2011. The report's recommendations include using a list of trees that can be planted near utilities and roads because they have shorter mature heights. The list, "Right Tree, Right Place," was developed by Glenn Dreyer, executive director of the Connecticut College Arboretum, and one of two chief scientists in the Department of Forestry and Horticulture at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station.
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Associated Press: Connecticut College opens new Science Center
Associated Press, Sept. 2, 2012: Connecticut College has opened a new $25 million center to house its biology, botany and computer science departments. The project included a complete renovation of New London Hall, a 14,000-square-foot addition to the building and a renovation of the greenhouse. This story was published by several news outlets, including Boston Globe, The Day, Waterbury Republican American, Meriden Record-Journal, Burlington Free Press, times-union.com, SFGate.com and Norwich Bulletin.
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Robin Edwards '12 hired as research associate
The Sun, Sept. 2, 2012: Robin Edwards '12, a physics major with minors in chemistry and mathematics, was recently hired as a research associate at Aerodyne Research, Inc., a Billerica-based provider of scientific research and development services and advanced instrument and software products. Edwards is working in ARI’s Center for Aero-Thermodynamics.

Students will continue to mentor New London students
The Day, Sept. 2, 2012: Despite the New London school board's elimination of the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) mentorship program, Connecticut College students will continue to mentor middle and high school students in New London. Tracee Reiser, associate dean for community learning, said Connecticut College students were involved with the middle school before AVID and will continue to be after AVID.
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Prof. Graesch's book can help people who plan to buy or improve homes
Nwi.com, Sept. 1, 2012: The findings in anthropology professor Anthony Graesch's new book, "Life at Home in the Twenty-First Century," are important to people who plan to buy new homes or improve their current homes. This story says the book offers new insight into how people use their homes and sheds light on where to invest time and money. This story was also published by Monterey County Herald, The Columbian (Vancouver, Wash.), Press & Sun-Bulletin (Binghampton, N.Y.), Star-Gazetter (Elmira, N.Y.), Fort Collins Coloradoan, Evening Sun, The Roanoke Times, Sunday Eagle and San Jose Mercury News.
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International flags displayed on Tempel Green
The Day, Aug. 31, 2012: This photo shows the international flags on the Tempel Green that represent the various international backgrounds of the student body. The flags were placed on the green as part of Convocation, the official opening ceremony of the academic year.
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Science Center at New London Hall officially opens
New London Patch, Aug. 31, 2012: Coverage of the official opening of the Science Center at New London Hall includes a story, photo slideshow and video of the ribbon-cutting ceremony. "The renovation and addition to New London Hall demonstrates the institute's strong commitment to the sciences," said botany major Mike LeDuc '14. "Our beautiful building will be a fixture on campus for years to come and countless students will benefit from our state of the art facilities."
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Casey Marini '14 and Nick Maghenzani '13 to lead men's soccer
Norwich Bulletin, Aug. 30, 2012: This story profiles Casey Marini '14 and Nick Maghenzani '13, who will lead the men's soccer team as co-captains. "Everyone needs to stay on top of academics — [the New England Small College Athletic Conference emphasizes] academics — so we strive to compete both on the field as well as in the classroom," Maghenzani said. The Camels' season opens Sept. 8 with a home game against Colby.
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State Representative Vincent Candelora '92 seeks re-election
Patch (North Branford), Aug. 28, 2012: Republican State Representative Vincent Candelora '92 is seeking re-election in November 2012.
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Jed Alpert '86 harnesses cell phones for charity and social change
Time, Aug. 27, 2012: Jed Alpert '86 is co-founder and CEO of Mobile Commons, a company that develops cellphone strategies for nonprofits. In exchange for monthly fees, clients can use Mobile Commons software to send mass text messages, collect and mine data and route phone calls. Jed Alpert '86 harnesses cell phones for charity and social change.

Fictitious character in BBC drama is a Connecticut College professor
BBC2, Aug. 25, 2012: Connecticut College is mentioned in Tara Road, a drama about two women on opposite sides of the Atlantic who agree to swap houses in a bid to escape their problems and refresh their lives. In this clip, the New England woman's husband is described as an English professor at Connecticut College – and a really sweet guy.
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Hundreds of Connecticut College freshmen volunteer in New London
The Day, Aug. 25, 2012: More than 500 freshmen volunteered at 10 different New London locations Saturday, as part of a new freshman orientation community service initiative. The program, developed by the Office of Volunteers for Community Service and the College's community partners, is designed to introduce students to the city and to the many volunteer and service learning opportunities available through the College. This story was also reported by Patch.
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Freshmen arrive at Connecticut College
NBC CT News Today, Aug. 24, 2012: Students arrived at several colleges across the state Friday, including Connecticut College.
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College included in Princeton Review's 'best colleges' book
Patch, Aug. 23, 2012: Connecticut College is featured in the Princeton Review's 2013 "Best 377 Colleges" book. The book includes a profile of the College and lists it as a "Best Northeastern School."
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Tedd Saunders '83 is focused on slowing climate change
NPR, Aug. 21, 2012: Some scientists predict that by 2050, climate change and an accompanying rise in sea level will lead to frequent flooding in Boston. Tedd Saunders '83, is a resident of Back Bay and a consultant who advises hotels on how to incorporate environmental sustainability into their operations. Under some scientists' projections, his neighborhood could be completely flooded. "I've been more focused on what I can do ... as a consumer, as an individual, as a business person ... to have a positive impact in slowing climate change," Saunders says. "But we do need to think about adaptation. Because climate change is coming, and it's just going to get more dramatic."
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Prof. Graesch quoted in U.K's The Times about 'Life at Home'
The Times (United Kingdom), Aug. 20, 2012: Anthropology professor Anthony Graesch's new book, "Life at Home in the Twenty-First Century," and its themes are explored in this article. Graesch is quoted about the American middle class' 'culture of clutter.' "In the past 200,000 years of intellectually modern societies … households have never accumulated as much as the American middle class," he said. "Never before have we had so much stuff."

Glenn Dreyer and committee declare Manchester redwood 'state champion'
Hartford Courant, Aug. 16, 2012: Arboretum director Glenn Dreyer, who also serves as co-chairman of the Connecticut Botanical Society's notable trees committee, is quoted in this story about a redwood tree in Manchester. The tree has been declared a "state champion," meaning it is the largest known tree of its kind in the state. The tree is still growing, and Dreyer said its ultimate height is hard to guess. "Give it another 100 years and we'll have a better idea," he said.
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Luanne Rice '77 releases 30th novel
Grace Magazine, August 15, 2012: Luanne Rice '77 has released her 30th novel, titled "Little Night." In this profile, the author gives advice for writers. "I'm very lucky that the way I learned to write is that I loved to read," Rice said. "I'd say for any writer, read a lot – and (writing becomes) intuitive."
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Erika Tarantal '01 shows her camel pride
Today in New York (WNBC-NY), August 14, 2012: In a news report about camels in New York City, anchor Erika Tarantal '01 says the camel is the mascot for her alma mater, Connecticut College.

Matt Dyer '08 named head coach at Western New England University
Masslive.com, Aug. 12, 2012: Matt Dyer '08 has been named head coach of the Blazer's men's and women's track and field and cross country programs at Western New England University.
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Arboretum experts give advice for restoration of park
Republican-American, Aug. 10, 2012: Representatives from the Connecticut College Arboretum have been involved with the restoration efforts of Washinee Park in Salisbury. Experts are helping with decisions on issues such as which herbicides to use, best application techniques and concentration and timing for eradicating roots and vines to allow meadow grasses to grow.

Lorenz Korder Fort '06 launches successful swim and sportswear line
Women's Wear Daily, Aug. 9, 2012: Lorenz Korder Fort '06 launched his self-financed Olasul swim and sportswear line in 2009. The brand is now sold in 60 department and specialty stores, including Bloomingdale's, Scoop and Ron Herman, and has expanded to cardigans, sweatshirts, oxfords, chino pants and bags.

Lauren Burke '06 organizes college tours for children of undocumented immigrants
Masslive.com, Aug. 9, 2012: Immigration lawyer and Brooklyn College adjunct professor of immigration law Lauren Burke '06 is the director of Atlas DIY, a program that launched a four-week college preparatory intensive for children of undocumented immigrants. The program includes a tour for undocumented students and their allies to five schools considered to be "immigrant friendly colleges," including Hampshire and Amherst Colleges and Burke's alma mater. The tour and application preparation focuses on helping children with a difficult college process because of the undocumented status of their families.
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Becky Marsh '09 is part of tech crew at Winnipesaukee Playhouse
Laconia Daily Sun, Aug. 9, 2012: Becky Marsh '09 is part of the tech crew this summer at the Winnipesaukee Playhouse in Laconia, N.H.

Amanda Clark '05 advances to Olympic medal race
NBC Connecticut, Aug. 8, 2012: Amanda Clark '05 and sailing partner Sarah Lihan have advanced to the medal race in the women's 470 regatta at the Olympics in London. A 9th place finish on Wednesday put them in 9th place overall, qualifying them for the medal race as one of the top 10 teams. The women's 470 medal race will be held on Friday at 8 a.m. E.T. This story was also reported by The Hartford Courant and New London Patch.
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Prof. Courtney Baker blogs powerful words on Oak Creek shootings
NewBlackMan, Aug. 8, 2012: In a special to the blog "NewBlackMan (in Exile)," Courtney Baker, assistant professor of English, writes a stirring opinion piece on the recent Oak Creek shootings and modern perceptions of race in America. The mass shooting of a Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin took place less than a month after the killings in Aurora, Colorado, but coverage of the two stories seems to have been treated very differently, she says. She stresses that the issue of race cannot be ignored. Baker writes, "What I am saying is that acknowledging the reality of race helps us to make sense of this tragedy." She adds, "We can't live like this anymore. We need to talk about racism in America."
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Basketball star Jenn Shinall '12 going pro
Danbury News Times, Aug. 8, 2012: Connecticut College women's basketball shooting guard Jenn Shinall '12 has signed a professional contract to play with the KUSG Leimen Young Guns in Germany this fall. She will travel abroad for the preseason, which begins Aug. 22, and regular season play beginning Sept. 22. "The competition in the NESCAC was very high and I feel that I played against some of the best Division III players and teams in the United States," Shinall said. "I also feel that playing at Connecticut College taught me how to really commit to a team and motivate myself individually." This story was also reported by the Norwich Bulletin.
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Connecticut College ranked #10 most beautiful school
Newsweek, August 6, 2012, According to Newsweek’s College Rankings 2012, created in partnership with College Prowler, Connecticut College is the nation’s 10^th most beautiful school. The list takes into account not only the beauty of the campus itself, but considers ratings provided by College Prowler on the attractiveness of the student body, campus and architectural aesthetics and the average comfort index, including humidity and afternoon temperature on campus. Connecticut College is one of only 5 schools in the top 15 that is not in California.This ranking was also reported by WFSB (CBS - Hartford/New Haven) and The Day.
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Two Students honored for accomplishments in water polo
The Day, Aug. 6, 2012, Emily Hunter ’12 and Kristin Lampley ’13 have been named to the Association of Collegiate Water Polo Coaches All-American Team for the second year in a row. They were both recognized for their academic excellence on the New England Small College Athletic Conference Spring All-Academic Team. Hunter, a three-year captain for the College, was honored as the female co-recipient of the Brown /Books Award during commencement weekend, given to the outstanding male and female athletes who represent the graduating class in scholarship, leadership and sportsmanship.
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Mike LeDuc takes first place in Ocean Beach Road Race
The Day, Aug. 5, 2012, All-American Mike LeDuc ’14 finished first in Saturday’s 50^th Ocean Beach John & Jessie Kelley Road Race, easily winning the 11.6-mile race in 1 hour, 4 minutes and 26 seconds. The race commemorated John Kelley, a two-time Olympian who won the first-ever Ocean Beach race and who died last year at the age of 80. Kelley’s friend Jim Butler, Connecticut College cross country coach, also competed in the race with more than 600 runners.
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Mike LeDuc '14 honored for track and field success
The Day, Aug. 1, 2012, Mike LeDuc ’14 was named to the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association All-Academic Track and Field Team. In order to qualify for the team, a student-athlete must have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 and have met the NCAA Division III Indoor or Outdoor automatic or provisional qualifying standard in his or her event. LeDuc earned All-America honors in the 3,000 meter steeplechase at the NCAA outdoor track and field championship in Claremont, Calif.
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Bob Willis '09 is Seventeen Magazine's �hottest' Olympian
Seventeen Magazine, Aug. 1, 2012, According to Seventeen, Bob Willis ’09 tops the list of “Hottest Olympic Guys.” Willis joins a group of the most attractive men in sports like water polo, soccer and tennis. Seventeen asks Willis to “count us in for dates at sea!”
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Michael Wagner '81 named head of Tufts physician group
The Boston Globe, Aug. 1, 2012, Physician Michael Wagner ’81 has been named president and chief executive of the 550-member Tufts Medical Center Physician Organization. He has been Tuft’s chief of internal medicine and adult primary care since 2008 and in 2011 was named chief medical officer. His predecessor Eric Beyer says, “Dr. Wagner possesses significant executive experience in health care organizations and has proven to be an exceptional leader for physicians, management and staff.”
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President Lee Higdon lauds value of liberal arts in LEADERS Magazine
Leaders Magazine, July, August, September 2012 Issue, President Lee Higdon is interviewed by the editor of LEADERS Magazine, a publication distributed to leaders of the world, on the value of a liberal arts education. In the article, Higdon discusses diversity on campus, how the College is managing cost and financial aid, and the confidence he has in graduates finding jobs. “A liberal arts education is the best preparation for life and career, and in today’s complex and uncertain world, this is truer than ever,” he says in the article.
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Vice President Ulysses Hammond honored with Chamber service award
The Day, July 30, 2012, Vice President for Administration Ulysses Hammond was named by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut as the winner of the 2012 William Crawford Distinguished Service Award, given to a resident of eastern Connecticut who makes significant contributions to serving his or her community. During his 12 years at the College, he has chaired four major boards in the region, tutored students at Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School in New London and acted as a mentor for young men at the Shiloh Baptist Church. Chamber Chair William Stanley says, “He’s someone who finds 30 or 40 hours in every day while the rest of us have only 24 hours.” This story was also reported by The Resident.
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Sailor Maggie Shea '11 draws inspiration from accomplishments and disappointments
Chicago Tribune, July 22, 2012, Maggie Shea ’11, captain of Connecticut College’s sailing team for two years, competed in the Olympic trials in Europe for a spot on one of the women’s match-racing crews. After ultimately being cut with two of her teammates during the semi-finals, she says being a part of the Olympic campaign is one of her biggest accomplishments. After a defeat by Anna Tunnicliff, a gold-medalist in Beijing, Shea says, “We have a lot of respect for her as a competitor and feel she’ll go on to get the gold.” Shea hopes to make it to the Olympics in 2016 or 2020.
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Amanda Clark '05 sails for the USA at the 2012 Olympics
Sail Magazine, July, 2012, Sail Magazine introduces the 2012 Olympic Sailing Team, featuring Amanda Clark ’05 and her teammate Sarah Lihan in the women’s 470 class. After the two joined forces in February of 2011, they have had successful finishes at the 2011 ISAF Worlds and the 2012 Miami OCR, proving the strength of their team. Clark finished in 12^th place at the 2008 Olympics.
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Ethan Underhill '15 sings with the Vineyard Sound
Vineyard Gazette, July 20, 2012, This article profiles the Vineyard Sound, an all-male a cappella group that performs all summer long on Martha’s Vineyard. The group was formed in 1992 by students from Connecticut College, Wesleyan University and Skidmore College. Ethan Underhill ’15, a member of the College’s Co Co Beaux, is the group’s youngest member and the first Vineyard Sound singer who is younger than the group itself. “I’ve come to expect that this is the best job I will ever have,” he says. On July 28, the group will hold a 20^thAnniversary Concert, featuring more than 60 alumni of the group, including many from Connecticut College.
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Professor Jim Downs interviewed on BBC Radio
BBC World Service, July 19, 2012, Professor Jim Downs is featured on BBC Radio discussing his new book, “Sick From Freedom,” which tells the largely unknown story of African-American illness and death around the time of the Emancipation Proclamation. During a war in which “more people died from disease than in battle,” Downs says, emancipated slaves were not actually free, but instead equivalent to refugees of the Civil War. After 10 years of extensive research into the lives of many of the slaves, Downs says he felt he had to share their
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Mary Dearing Lazarus '71 starts two companies using quirky passions
The New York Times, July 16, 2012: Mary Dearing Lazarus '71 helped start Caldrea, a company that makes housekeeping products, and started a company called Vestiges, through which she is creating a dishtowel design for each of the 50 states. Twenty-eight states are now available.
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'Vegan taxidermist' Robert Marbury '93 creates 'ridiculous' art
The Baltimore Sun, July 15, 2012, Robert Marbury ’93 has a career that is very hard to define. He has acted in a few movies, started his own advertising firm and also finds time to create some very unique art. Marbury, who also co-founded the Minnesota Association of Rogue Taxidermists, is now the organization’s only “vegan taxidermist,” using only stuffed toys instead of real animals in his work. His unorthodox art will be included in Artscape in Baltimore, the nation’s largest free outdoor arts festival, and will feature a 7-foot-tall stuffed Bigfoot.
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New Academic Resource Center will transform student learning
The Hartford Courant, July 10, 2012, The College will create a new Academic Resource Center in 2012 with the help of an anonymous $11 million gift. The center will hire new staff members and offer workshops to help students with curriculum, time management, test preparation and skill development, and more. President Leo I. Higdon says, “The center will support our students at a whole new level. Our program will be state-of-the-art among liberal arts colleges.”
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Kelsey Ewing '16 prepares to continue her swimming career in college
New Hampshire Union Leader, July 8, 2012, Incoming freshman Kelsey Ewing began her final season with the Manchester Swim Team Rapids at the Manchester LCM Invitational Swim Meet July 6 and 7. Swimming with some of the same people since she was 6 years old, Kelsey is ready to swim as a recruit at Connecticut College. “I love to swim so much and I’m really looking forward to swimming in college,” she says. “I wanted to swim D-III because I figured I’d get more focused and personal training than I would at D-I. Either way, I can’t wait.”
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College receives grant from the National Science Foundation to continue Science Leaders Program
The Norwich Bulletin, July 6, 2012, A $438,990 (corrected amount: $436, 307) grant from the National Science Foundation will allow the College to continue the Science Leaders Program, established at Connecticut College in 2007 as a way to increase the number of under-represented students graduating from the school with degrees and experience in chemistry, physics, biology, neuroscience and environmental science. Prospective science majors with demonstrated need for financial aid can apply for the program before the start of their freshman year, with specific priority given to women, students of color, students with disabilities and first-generation college students.
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Incoming freshman prepares for college as a part of the Opportunity Network
The New York Times, July 5, 2012, Mahajabin Chowdbury ’16 is a part of the Opportunity Network, a program that selects low-income, high-achieving students before their sophomore year of high school and guides them through the college process, this year putting graduating seniors through a week-long “bootcamp” to prepare them for their first-year transition. Chowdbury had to convince her traditional Muslim family to allow her to leave home and attend Connecticut College, acting as a role model for the other children in her family. “I have high expectations for myself,” she said.
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Professor Anthony Graesch's 'Life at Home' illuminates spoiled behavior of children today
The New Yorker, July 3, 2012, This piece compares children in American society to those of the Matsigenka tribe of the Peruvian Amazon, where Carolina Izquidero conducted research in 2004. Izquidero was also involved in the anthropological study of Los Angeles families for ‘Life at Home in the Twenty-First Century,” a book co-authored by Izquidero’s colleagues Elinor Ochs and Anthony Graesch, assistant professor of anthropology at Connecticut College, and two other authors. Among many topics, the book tells how not one of the children studied would complete household chores without being prompted by parents.
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Connecticut College adds to state's 'reputation for good, selective colleges'
The Star-Ledger, June 28, 2012, This opinion piece says New Jersey lacks selective colleges and, as a result, the state is losing many more high school graduates than it is taking in for college matriculation. Connecticut, the author says, does not face this issue because of its “good, selective colleges.” Connecticut College is named with Yale, Wesleyan and the Coast Guard Academy as the schools that attract out-of-state students to Connecticut.

NY Times features Prof. Anthony Graesch
New York Times, June 28, 2012, Anthony Graesch, assistant professor of anthropology, along with three co-authors, spent 2001-2005 researching Los Angeles middle-class families’ habits, relationships and possessions. The new book, ’Life at Home in the 21^st Century,’ is due out next week. Graesch said, “The study was an opportunity to see how families are doing it, working and raising children, every day, all the while trying to do that other job, maintaining a relationship with your spouse.”
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Coach Eva Kovach working hard at the Olympics
Row2k.com, July 27, 2012, On the eve of the Olympics, this report gives an update from the rowing course, where Women’s Rowing Coach Eva Kovach is in charge of the Olympic Rowing Venue. She and other regatta operations people worked on having “the three-letter notation of the country racing in any given lane on the actual bowmarkers for the first time.”
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Nick Rodricks '12 blogs about his experience on the French National Lacrosse Team
Insidelacrosse.com, June 26, 2012, Nick Rodricks ’12 provides his first update as a player on the French National Lacrosse Team while at the European Lacrosse Championships in Amsterdam. Rodricks coached lacrosse in Paris during his semester abroad junior year and is excited about his current endeavor. He writes, “Diversity of culture and experience aside, the French team has finally started to gel. The young team has shown dramatic improvement in each match.”
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Rev. Laurence LaPointe recognized as retiring board member

The Chronicle, June 21, 2012, The Very Rev. Laurence LaPointe, pastor of St. Joseph Church and campus minister at the College, retired from the Natchaug Hospital board of directors along with three other board members. They were recognized by Hartford HealthCare President Elliot Joseph at the 58^th annual hospital reception and presented with proclamations from the State of Connecticut.

The high cost of college
The Times News, July 21, 2012, This article discusses the many factors adding to the higher cost of education, mentioning Connecticut College as the costliest in the realm of private, not-for-profit, four-year colleges. The article quotes Haley Chitty, Director of Communications for the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators in saying, “During the recession, many schools dipped into their reserves in order to maintain a certain level of financial aid. Many burned through their reserves so they have less money to offer students today.”

Kim Williams '90 climbs to the top at NFL Network
Businessweek, June 19, 2012, Kim Williams ’90, an Asian Studies major, is now chief operating officer at the NFL Network after extensive work in finance and operations. She was recently named 2012 Women in Sports and Events Woman of the Year and now shares the story of her success with Bloomberg Businessweek’s “How I Got Here.” She concludes the article with some advice, saying “Be comfortable learning, asking questions, involving others and working collaboratively. Have a point of view and have an opinion. It takes time, effort and work to inspire.”
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Professor Branchini uses nanotechnology to harness power of fireflies
Nanotechnology Now, June 18, 2012, Professor Bruce Branchini and Danielle Fontaine, who has conducted research at Connecticut College, contributed to the recent work entitled “Designing Quantum Rods for Optimized Energy Transfer with Firefly Luciferase Enzymes,” a project that is harnessing the power of bioluminescence from fireflies for non-biological purposes. The collaborators from Connecticut College provided the genetically manipulated luciferase enzyme.
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Julia Pitney '00 fought for equal rights at Connecticut College
Portland Press Herald, June 18, 2012, Julia Pitney ’00 is currently a lawyer at Drummond & Drummond in Portland, Maine, a calling which she found while on the women’s crew team at Connecticut College. In 1999, her team’s coach was replaced by someone with little experience, longtime assistant coaches resigned and the men’s and women’s teams were combined. She and her teammates staged a sit-in to demand a search for a more qualified coach, and it is this fight for her rights that convinced Pitney she wanted to become a lawyer.
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High cost of tuition is answered with financial aid and honest information
The Record-Journal, Jul 15, 2012, This article focuses on how the cost of education can impact a student’s college choice, and names Connecticut College as the most expensive in the country. William Tran, assistant director of admission, explains that the College offers significant financial aid, with the average aid package amounting to nearly $32,000. Information about cost is transparent and readily available, he says. “I think parents know that a good quality education has a hefty price tag. We’re required to have all the information online. I think people get a good sense of what it will cost.”
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Kathryn Hart '96 named principal of Jeffrey School
The Day, June 15, 2012, Kathryn Hart ’96 has been named principal of the J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School in Madison, Conn. She has worked in the Madison Public School system for 16 years and was appointed by the Madison Board of Education.
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New York Times features Prof. Jim Downs and his new book
The New York Times, June 11, 2012, The New York Times takes an in-depth look at a new book by Jim Downs, assistant professor of history, that documents the number of freed slaves who died of disease shortly after the Civil War. Downs’ new book, “Sick From Freedom,” is “already being greeted as an important challenge to our understanding of an event that scholars and laypeople alike have preferred to see as an uplifting story of newly liberated people vigorously claiming their long-denied rights,” the article says.
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AOL CEO Tim Armstrong '93 faces 'Proxy Showdown'
The Wall Street Journal, June 11, 2012, This Thursday marks AOL’s annual meeting of shareholders, where a vote on the nominees for the company’s eight-member board will take place. AOL has re-nominated its existing directors, but Starboard Value LP, a company that owns 5.3 percent of AOL and frequently disagrees with CEO Tim Armstrong’s business strategies, has nominated three people for the board, including Starboard CEO Jeffrey Smith. Last quarter, AOL’s reported earnings were better than expected, no thanks to Starboard’s over-activism delaying the recent sale of a patent to Microsoft, Armstrong says.
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West Branch School honors Sandra Elion '67
Williamsport Sun-Gazette, June 10, 2012, Sandra Elion ’67 retired after 33 years of teaching at West Branch School. She was honored for her contributions to the school and to the teaching profession during a celebration that included family and friends as well as faculty and students from the school. Speeches were made in her honor and money was raised for the Sandy Elion Scholarship fund at the school. She says of the school, “All the things I had learned at Connecticut College and at the University of Iowa were there.”
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Connecticut College athletes receive prestigious honors
The Day, June 8, 2012, For the second year in a row, Connecticut College junior Skipper Atlantic Brugman was named to the Intercollegiate Sailing Association Women’s All-America team. Senior Lindsay Paiva, a Fulbright Scholar, was named to the Academic All-District II women’s cross country/track and field first team in Division III. Sophomore Mike LeDuc was named to the Academic All-district II men’s cross country/track and field first team in Division III.
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Fulbright winner heads abroad to teach
Dailypilot.com, June 7, 2012, Karam Sethi ’12, a 2012-13 Fulbright winner, will teach English to primary and secondary school students in Malaysia, where he also hopes to teach photography basics and start a soccer league. He graduated from Connecticut College where his major was international relations with a concentration in national security.
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Dreyfus '80 assesses risk to U.S. and Mass. economies
Boston Globe, June 6, 2012, At Boston College’s Chief Executive’s Club of Boston luncheon, Andrew Dreyfus ’80, chief executive of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts was asked to comment on the country’s fragile economic recovery. “The uncertainty in Europe is front of mind,” he said. Blue Cross could be impacted if businesses grow cautious about hiring new employees, resulting in fewer people in need of health insurance. “One of the few ways we can grow is for our customers to grow,” Dreyfus said.
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Luanne Rice '77 publishes 30th novel
The Day, June 5, 2012, Luanne Rice '77, whose previous books include “Silver Boat” and “How We Started,” now releases her newest novel, “Little Night,” which deals with the issue of domestic abuse. The story follows Clare Burke, a woman who tries to protect her sister Anne from an abusive husband.
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Religious left losing faith in Democrats
The Buffalo News, June 4, 2012, David Kim, a religious studies professor at Connecticut College, contributes to this article on the religious left and their relationship to President Obama. Kim, who assisted Obama’s campaign in 2008 and helped to combat negative views of the Rev. Jeremiah Wright’s sermons, recently attended a White House briefing for academics about the Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships. With critics saying that Democrats have neglected their own religious supporters, “Kim described the administration’s faith-based work as ‘ad hoc’ and ‘with no long-term strategy.’”
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AOL Dissidents Get Backing of Proxy Firm
The Wall Street Journal, June 4, 2012, This article reports on the innerworkings of AOL and CEO Tim Armstrong '93. Institutional Shareholder Services has recommended that out of the three board nominees put forward by Starboard Value LP, AOL stockholders should vote for Starboard Chief Executive Jeffrey Smith and Dennis Miller of Lionsgate Entertainment, leaving out James Warner of Third Floor Enterprises. Recently, Starboard has critiqued Armstrong for his investment in Patch.com. However, ISS believes the initiative "might well deserve some additional patience."
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Rivera '14 demonstrates the importance of summer jobs for teens
The Philadelphia Inquirer, June 3, 2012, Philadelphia’s Mayor Nutter teams up with Jeffrey Swartz, executive director of the Camden County Workforce Investment Board, to create a new county program aiming to put 50 teenagers to work in science and technology jobs for the summer. The article quotes Janette Rivera ’14 as the “poster-child for the long-term value of a summer job for teenagers.” Rivera, who was homeless as a youngster, has now impressively worked at a non-profit, a financial institution and at Independence Blue Cross. Her supervisor Joseph Frick says, “She’s a special person. What she embodies for me is the fact that young people have incredible personal and professional potential.”
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Connecticut College lacrosse star Driscoll receives DeFrantz '74 Award
SalemNews.com, May 29, 2012: Katelyn Driscoll '12 ended her successful college lacrosse career with distinction when she received Connecticut College's Anita L. DeFrantz '74 Award for graduating seniors with exemplary athletic ability, leadership and sportsmanship. A two-year captain with 108 career goals and 35 assists, she was also named to the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association All-Region Team for the second year in a row.
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Interns add value: Sarah Knowles
New London Main Street, May 25, 2012: Sarah Knowles '12, who majored in architectural studies, completed an internship with New London Main Street that connected her studies with her interest in revitalization of the city's downtown and preservation of its historical past. She spent her time writing, editing and taking photographs for The District website, as well as helping with events for the organization. "While at New London Main Street, I learned many marketable skills that I feel I can apply to any future job," she said. Knowles has accepted a position as assistant director of admissions at Falmouth Academy, where she will be working and coaching lacrosse next year.
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For AOL, a Costly Gamble On Local News Draws Trouble
The Wall Street Journal, May 23, 2012, AOL Chief Executive Tim Armstrong '93 has recently entered into a battle with Starboard Value LP to keep local news alive. Patch.com, a network of local news websites in 850 U.S. towns that is owned by AOL Inc., is being scrutinized for its lack of profitability and high maintenance costs. The network, cofounded by Armstrong in 2007, was meant to bring more local news to the Internet by targeting wealthy small towns, but a rapid expansion to those 850 communities has resulted in an annual $100 million loss for the company. Armstrong, however, is determined enough to promise that Patch will be profitable by next year. The first steps will be to cut a small number of jobs and to partner with WPIX, a New York television station.
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Amherst chooses first BID director
Gazettenet.com, May 23, 2012: Alexander Krogh-Grabbe '08 will be the first executive director of the town of Amherst's new Business Improvement District. Krogh-Grabbe was chosen from a pool of 16 candidates in a unanimous vote by the board of directors. Returning to his hometown, he is excited to revitalize the community and improve the appeal of Amherst's downtown. "One of the first things will be to get my feet wet and start talking to people about what needs to happen," he says. The board is encouraged by his enthusiasm and hopes for success in his endeavors.
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Cheney to study in Japan
Daily News Sunday, May 20, 2012: Rebecca Cheney '12 has been awarded a Fulbright fellowship to spend a year researching and investigating public school systems in Hokkaido, Japan. As a Japanese language and literature major, she hopes to revive the language of the Ainu people, who are indigenous to Japan. "I will be working with Ainu activists, school teachers and researchers to develop plans that can be used to facilitate school atmospheres that foster Ainu indigenous identity and respectfully utilize Ainu epistemologies," she said. The Fulbright scholarship will help fund her travel and living expenses as well as her research.
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Trustee Debo Adegbile '91 comments on landmark Civil Rights case
New York Times, May 13, 2012: After the death of long-time Civil Rights Advocate and Federal Judge Louis H. Pollack, Trustee Debo Adegbile '91 commented on the impact of his flagship Civil Rights case. Pollak argued for the plaintiffs in McLaughlin v. Florida, a case in which the Supreme Court unanimously struck down a Florida law banning cohabitation between people of different races. "That important victory paved the way for the precedent-setting Loving v. Virginia victory in 1967, which declared that all anti-miscegenation laws are unconstitutional," Adegbile said.
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Prof. Harlan explains Hindu marriage tradition
The Times-Picayune, May 12, 2012: Lindsey Harlan, professor of religious studies, comments in this article about the age-old practice of arranged Hindu marriages being revised for 21st century Indian-American culture. In the Hindu culture, matchmaking tends to be informal, using "extensive kinship networks" in which "aunties," who are not necessarily related, start looking for potential life partners for young people, Harlan said. While today's matchmaking might involve new technologies, she added, the goal is the same: meet and marry the kind of people your parents deem appropriate.
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Audrey Higbee '67 named chief program officer
Daily Hampshire Gazette, May 7, 2012: Audrey Higbee '67 has been named chief program officer of the Springfield, Mass. Center for Human Development. In this role, she will oversee more than 40 programs of CHD in Massachusetts and Connecticut.
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Flower Power: Resort's ethnobotanist studies plants' many uses
The Key West Citizen, May 6, 2012: The experiences Rick Hederstrom III '09 had while attending Connecticut College helped to shape his dreams for the future. Currently the resident ethnobotanist at the Kona Kai Resort, Gallery & Botanic Gardens in the Florida Keys, Hederstrom spent one summer in the Peruvian rainforest and another at the Royal Botanical Gardens, in Kew, London as an undergraduate.
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Former Trustee Sally Susman '84 hosts Obama fund-raiser
New York Times Magazine, May 6, 2012: This is a story about the difficulties the Obama campaign has had recruiting Wall Street donors this year. Sally Susman '84, a Connecticut College trustee from 2002 to 2011, and executive vice president of Pfizer Inc., was on the host list of a March 1 fund-raiser dinner for the president that had been aimed chiefly at Wall Streeters and was being branded as an "executives" event, one that would demonstrate Obama's support in the larger business world. Susman is a prominent fund-raiser in the gay community.
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Parents, friends keep memory of Cyan Maroney '08 alive
The Register-Herald, May 2, 2012: The parents of Cyan Maroney '08, who was murdered in her home last October, hope to perpetuate her contributions to dance by establishing a scholarship at Connecticut College for those who dream of learning dance, with preference given to students from West Virginia. To date, Maroney's family has collected $20,000 of the $50,000 needed to endow a scholarship. They are hosting a fundraising event at the West Virginia Tamarack Artisan Center called "Remembering Cyan" on Friday, with all proceeds going to the scholarship fund.
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Students make 9/11 documentary film
Huffington Post, May 2, 2012: In this blog post, Jim Downs, assistant professor of history and American studies, writes about the May 8 release of a documentary film made by the students in his history course Historicizing 9/11. The students gathered oral histories of New London residents to explore how Americans far removed from New York and Washington, D.C., were affected by the terrorist attacks.
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Prof. Askins' essay addresses habitat value of power line corridors
Norwich Bulletin, May 1, 2012: This story about how open corridor power lines helps protect bird habitats mentions an essay written by biology professor Robert Askins for the 2006 Connecticut State of the Birds report. "The most important source of habitat for shrubland specialists are the open corridors (rights-of-way) maintained along power lines," Askins wrote in the essay.
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Connecticut College recycles food scraps
Connecticut Mirror , April 30, 2012: This story about food waste recycling in the state highlights Connecticut College's composting initiative. Food waste at the College that isn't being used by a local piggery is turned into compost for the College's organic garden, said sustainability coordinator Josh Stoffel. Stoffel adds that he is looking into other ways to recycle the College's food waste, too.
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Connecticut College sponsors Costa Rican forest
Norwich Bulletin , April 27, 2012: Connecticut College is one of several local groups that have sponsored forests in Costa Rica. The forest is planted on acres leased from farmers through Reforest the Tropics, a Mystic-based environmental group.
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Lindsay Paiva '12 earns prestigious academic award
Kent County Daily Times , April 27, 2012: Lindsay Paiva '12 has been selected to receive a U.S. Fulbright Student Program grant to conduct research in Italy for an academic year. Paiva, an English major, Italian studies minor and scholar in the College's Holleran Center for Community Action and Public Policy, will spend the year researching the "Tuscan Model" education system with Enzo Catarsi, an education professor at the University of Florence.
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Prof. Howes encourages state legislature to allow home health care worker to bargain collectively
The Day , April 27, 2012: In this opinion piece, economics professor Candace Howes encourages the Connecticut legislature to pass a law that would give home health care workers collective bargaining rights. She argues the state must address the limitations in our current system or we put our ability to provide long-term care in jeopardy.
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Animated poem by Aracelis Girmay '99 to be screened in NYC taxis
New York Post , April 27, 2012: A poem by Aracelis Girmay '99, "Noche de Lluvia, San Salvador," is one of the first selected for a silent 15-second animated poetry spot on Taxi TV in New York City, as part of the newly expanded Poetry in Motion campaign started by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The poems for the program are selected by the Poetry Society of America, which seeks to find works that reflect the rich diversity of New York City.
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Portrait of President Emeritus Norman Fainstein unveiled
The Day , April 26, 2012: This photo shows President Emeritus Norman Fainstein at a ceremony to unveil his official presidential portrait in Connecticut College's Blaustein Humanities Center.
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Camels near top of country's sailing circuit thanks to Whipple family
Norwich Bulletin , April 26, 2012: Since 2002, a member of the Whipple family has helped the Camels remain near the top of the country's collegiate sailing circuit. The run of Whipples, which has included Emily Whipple '06, Candace Whipple '09 and now Elizabeth "Bitsy" Whipple '12 , will end with Bitsy's final race at the Inter Collegiate Sailing Association (ICSA)/Sperry Top-Sider Women's National Championship, May 30 - June 2 on Lake Travis in Austin, Texas.
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Katherine Sartiano '12 awarded Fulbright
Patch (Madison, Conn.), April 25, 2012: Katherine Sartiano '12 has been awarded a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to teach in Germany. Her experiences studying abroad in Germany and volunteering at New London Public Schools and local writing centers encouraged her to apply for the Fulbright.
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Women's sailing qualifies for nationals
The Day, April 24, 2012: The Connecticut College sailing team qualified for the Inter Collegiate Sailing Association/Sperry Top-Sider Women's National Championship for the second straight year. The ninth-ranked Camels will compete in the national event May 30-June 2 in Austin, Texas. The team finished second last year.
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Video highlights men's lacrosse
Lax.com, April 20, 2012: This video gives viewers an inside look at the men's lacrosse squad. Meet the captains and learn how head coach David Cornell prepares the team to host Hamilton.
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Senior Thesis Dance Concert performance this weekend
The Day, April 19, 2012: The Senior Thesis Dance Concert, featuring original choreography by dance majors of the Class of 2012, as well as College faculty and guests, will be performed Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in Palmer Auditorium.

Tennis player Jen Herbert '13 is 'a fighter'
The Day, April 19, 2012: Jen Herbert '13 is a No. 1 doubles and No. 2 singles tennis player. "She's a fighter. You can always count on her to work until the bitter end in her matches. She doesn't have a lot of bad days," tennis coach Chris O'Brien said. “"She's pretty level as far as day to day what you're going to get out of her and what to expect out of her."
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Students show support for education reform bill
WTNH-TV (ABC, Hartford/New Haven), April 19, 2012: Students from Connecticut College and 11 other campuses across Connecticut held a rally at the State Capital to support Gov. Dannel Malloy's education reform bill. "I think that we need to reform the way the education works in Connecticut, I think the fact that there's the largest education gap in Connecticut, we need to fix that," said Cassie Haines '14.
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College named to Princeton Review's guide to green colleges
Hartford Business, April 18, 2012: Connecticut College has been named to the list of environmentally friendly U.S. schools by the U.S. Green Building Council and The Princeton Review. The College is one of five Connecticut colleges and universities named in The Princeton Review's "Guide to 322 Green Colleges."
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College hosts Holocaust memorial event
The Day, April 17, 2012: Connecticut College observed Yom Hashoah Holocaust memorial day with commemorative readings and a screening of the documentary film, "Imaginary Witness, Hollywood and the Holocaust."
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Goodwin-Niering Center's assistant director helps organize Long Island Sound sustainability forum Friday
The Day, April 17, 2012: Amy Cabaniss, assistant director of the Goodwin-Niering Center for the Environment at Connecticut College, is one of the organizers of The New London County Environmental Educators Coalition (NLCEEC), a network of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Sustainability Club and environmental educators in our region. NLCEEC has organized a sustainability forum focusing on Long Island Sound on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Coast Guard Academy’s Leamy Hall.
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Ambassador Louis Susman to serve as Commencement speaker
SayCampusLife, April 16, 2012: This roundup of 2012 college commencement speakers includes Louis B. Susman, the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, who will give the keynote address at Connecticut College's 94th Commencement on May 20.
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Amy Pitter '75 is new state commissioner for Mass. Department of Revenue
Republican, April 16, 2012: Amy Pitter '75 is the new commissioner for the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. One of her top priorities is to reach out to the business community and others to get feedback on a number of issues dealing with the state's often vexing and frustrating tax codes and policies.

Olympic sailor Amanda Clark '05 is pushed to the limit in Navy SEALs training
USA Today, April 16, 2012: Several U.S. Olympians have done training with the Navy SEALs, including sailor Amanda Clark '05. "What was the hardest part? Getting over being cold," Clark, a 2008 and 2012 Olympian, said.
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Photo: Painting The Town Clean
The Day, April 15, 2012: This photo shows Connecticut College students volunteering for the Paint the Town project to beautify downtown New London ahead of the summer season. The cleanup is part of the Upper Bank Think Tank's campaign to prepare downtown for OpSail.
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Sports columnist has good fortune of knowing Olympian Bob Willis '09
The Day, April 15, 2012: Sports columnist Mike DiMauro said he has the good fortune of knowing some Olympians this year, including U.S. windsurfer Bob Willis '09.
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Filmmaker John Sayles tells his story at Connecticut College
The Day, April 14, 2012: Oscar-nominated independent writer-director, novelist and MacArthur Fellow John Sayles spoke about storytelling and much more at Connecticut College on Friday during "A Day with John Sayles." Sayles and his partner, Maggie Renzi, are longtime friends of Mary S. Devins, associate director of the College's Toor Cummings Center for International Studies and the Liberal Arts.
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Prof. Jim Downs says Civil War death toll should include thousands of freed slaves
OUPBlog, April 13, 2012: In this opinion piece, history professor Jim Downs, author of the upcoming book, "Sick from Freedom: African-American Illness and Suffering during the Civil War and Reconstruction," says a new study that ratchets up the Civil War death toll from an estimated 650,000 to 850,000 people fails to reflect the mortality of former slaves during the war. If former slaves were included in this figure, Downs writes, the Civil War death toll would likely be over a million casualties.
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Incoming freshman Allisa Dalpe '16 to play goalie for women's lacrosse
Cape Cod Times, April 13, 2012: Incoming freshman Allisa Dalpe '16 is a three-sport captain and all-star at Massachusetts' Falmouth Academy. Her coach said "she is the consummate team player, a coach's dream. I hope the college athletic experience fulfills her." Allisa has been recruited to play lacrosse goalie at Connecticut College.
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A day with John Sayles at Connecticut College
The Day, April 12, 2012: John Sayles, Oscar-nominated independent writer-director, novelist and MacArthur Fellow, will spend the day at the College April 13. His visit will include a lecture, discussion, book reading and book signing and a film screening of his latest film followed by a Q&A.
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Designer Peter Som '93 wouldn't trade his college experience for the world
Teen Vogue, April 2012: Peter Som '93 is featured as one of nine top fashion designers who share why they love their liberal arts educations. "Connecticut College gave me the perfect mix of nurturing professors, small classes and a neo-gothic East Coast campus that for me said, 'college,'" Som said. "My major was art history and I minored in studio art. Having this background helps me and inspires my collections to this day. I wouldn't trade my college experience for the world. Besides, at that age I personally was too young to handle coming directly to all the fabulous craziness that is New York City!"
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College hosts Relay for Life
The Day, April 11, 2012: Connecticut College is included in this roundup of the American Cancer Society's local Relay for Life events. Participants will walk in teams, generating money through participation fees to benefit the American Cancer Society. The April 13 walk at the College begins at 2 p.m.
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Kyle Fast '10 enjoys Groton's park
The Day, April 11, 2012: Kyle Fast '10 is quoted in this story about how Poquonnock Plains Park in Groton has a lot to offer. "With the nation's obesity problem, a park like this is a fantastic idea. It's a great open space for people to come and run around," he said.

Four honored with College's highest faculty awards
The Day’s Zip06, April 10, 2012: Connecticut College professors Ann Devlin, Cherise Harris, Alex Hybel and William Rose have been honored with the institution's most prestigious faculty awards. The honors, which include the inaugural presentation of the Helen Mulvey Faculty Award, were presented at an April 4 award ceremony. This story was also reported by Patch.
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Manuscript presumed stolen from Connecticut College has been found
The Manuscript Society News, April, 2012: This story mentions that one of four medieval manuscripts presumed stolen nearly 60 years ago from the College has turned up in Shain Library. The 250-page manuscript, a 16th-century Dominican processional written on vellum in Latin and French, was donated to the library in the 1920s.

Roland Dunham '02 works to steer students clear of crime
The Day, April 9, 2012: Roland Dunham '02, assistant principal of New London's Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School, is the author of a book of poetry on racism, partly inspired by his experiences being stopped repeatedly by city police. "I talk to kids constantly about responsibility," he said, telling them to steer clear of the criminal lifestyle, keep their heads down and study. This story was also reported by USA Today, Newsday and WTNH.com.
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Connecticut College athletes make community service a priority
Norwich Bulletin, April 7, 2012: Saturday's men's lacrosse game benefited the Women's Center of Southeastern Connecticut, an organization for which members of the team have been volunteering for the past few months. The story also mentions that the women's hockey team sponsored a bone marrow drive during its season. "Conn's been really active over the years," Nick Rodricks '12 said. "What it shows about the teams is that we're aware that we shouldn't take advantage of these things for four years, book it and leave without being able to do a little bit extra in the community."
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Connecticut College part of New London's 'Big Picture'
The Day, April 6, 2012: This photo gallery of the crowd gathering on New London's Parade for the annual "Big Picture" includes a photo of Arts Programming Director Rob Richter '82 helping to assemble the group.
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Professor Dirk Held remembered
New York Times, April 6, 2012: Dirk t. D. Held, the Elizabeth S. Kruidenier '48 Professor of Classics and chair of the Connecticut College Classics Department, died after suffering a brain aneurysm on March 20. Held joined the faculty in 1971 and exemplified the College's commitment to excellent teaching, research and shared governance. Italian professor Robert Proctor is quoted, "Dirk Held lived the liberal arts ideal. His scholarship was both profound and wide-ranging, from Plato's understanding of love to Nietzsche and the reception of classical antiquity in the modern world. He was a modern exemplar of ancient Roman humanitas: culture, kindness, generosity, and wit." This obituary was also published by The Day.
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Vanity Fair celebrates 50th anniversary of dance premiered at Connecticut College
Vanity Fair, April 2012 edition: This story about the anniversary of Paul Taylor's dance, Aureole, mentions that it premiered at Connecticut College in August of 1962.
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Asphalt Orchestra performs at Connecticut College
The Day, April 5, 2012: The Asphalt Orchestra, a radical new street band that brings ambitious processional music to the mobile masses, performs its innovative street versions of rock, jazz and classical music as part of the onStage at Connecticut College series. Similar stories were reported by Hartford Courant and Patch.
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Photo: Ultimate Pastime
The Day, April 4, 2012: This photo shows the men's and women's Ultimate club teams practicing on the Harkness Chapel green.
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College-sponsored after-school world language program is popular
Patch, April 4, 2012: Through a grant, Connecticut College supports the New London Regional Multicultural Magnet School's popular after-school world language program, in which Connecticut College students teach elementary school students to have an appreciation and basic understanding of foreign languages.
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Louis Susman, US ambassador to the UK, will be 2012 Commencement speaker
The Day, April 3, 2012: Louis B. Susman, the U.S. ambassador to the Court of St. James in London, will be the keynote speaker at Connecticut College's 94th Commencement on May 20, 2012. Susman has a strong connection to Connecticut College through his daughter, Sally Susman '84, executive vice president of Pfizer Inc. This story was also reported by Patch.
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Victoria Portsmore '06 teaches at Watertown Middle School
The Watertown Splash, April 3, 2012: Victoria Portsmore '06 is filling in as long-term substitute drama teacher at Watertown Middle School while the teacher is on maternity leave. She said the best part about teaching is seeing the light bulb go on when students really understand what they're working on.
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Review: Axis Dance troupe pushes limits
The Day, April 2, 2012: This review of Saturday's onStage at Connecticut College performance by Axis Dance says the troupe served up the usual dance prowess in defying the limitations of the human body, and the five-person ensemble did it with two of the dancers in wheelchairs.
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Carra Cheslin '11 is uniting environmental activists
Washington Life, April 2, 2012: In this Q&A, Carra Cheslin '11, campaign coordinator for MobilizeU, explains how she is working to unite college environmental activists worldwide to engage in and encourage a more sustainable campus lifestyle.
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Founding of L&M Hospital coincided with founding of Connecticut College
The Day, April 1, 20121: This editorial about the 100th birthday of New London's Lawrence & Memorial Hospital mentions that at the time the hospital was founded, New London was experiencing a period of growth that included the founding of Connecticut College one year earlier.
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College sponsors New London's 'Big Picture'
The Day, March 31, 2012: In support of the College's Founders Day, Connecticut College is sponsoring The Big Picture, New London Main Street's annual community photo. The photo will be taken on Parade Plaza from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. on April 5, the 101st anniversary of the signing of the College's charter.
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Prof. Vyse discusses superstition on the radio
WNYC (New York Public Radio), March 29, 2012: Psychology professor Stuart Vyse discusses superstition in this live radio interview about the theater world's performance-related rituals.
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College named to President's Honor Roll for community service
ShorelinePlus.com, March 29, 2012: Connecticut College is one of 14 Connecticut colleges and universities named to the 2012 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service. This honor is the highest federal distinction an institution of higher education can receive for its commitment to community service and service learning.
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Cate Moffett, director of student health services, pens letter to the editor
The Day, March 29, 2012: In this letter to the editor, Cate Moffett, director of student health services, writes that she was disappointed with The Day's decision to print a wire service article about the Supreme Court's review of the new health care that she says was full of hyperbole.
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College to host pruning workshop
Patch, March 29, 2012: The Arboretum is hosting a pruning workshop March 31 at 10 a.m. in the Olin Science Center. Jim Luce, supervisor of grounds, will teach participants which plants need pruning, how to do it and which tools to use.
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CPTV segment spotlights 'one of the nation's most progressive dance departments'
CPTV's "All Things Connecticut," 8 p.m., March 29, 2012: In this Spotlight on the Arts segment, reporter Ed Wierzbicki visits with some of the College's dance students and professor David Dorfman '81 to explore how an intense liberal arts education prepares Connecticut College's dancer-choreographers for success. In the piece, Wierzbicki says the College has "one of the nation’s most progressive dance departments."
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OnStage presents AXIS Dance Company
The Day, March 29, 2012: AXIS Dance Company, a professional contemporary dance troupe that includes performers with and without disabilities, will perform Saturday at 8 p.m. in Palmer Auditorium. The performance is part of the onStage at Connecticut College series.
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Swimmer Tim Walsh '12 earns All-American status
The Day, March 26, 2012: Tim Walsh '12 earned All-American status in the 100-yard backstroke at the NCAA Division III Swimming Diving Championships, while Sam Gill '14, Kirk Czelewicz '15 and Patrick McGinnis '15 earned honorable mention All-American status. In water polo, the women's team beat Cal Tech 12-7. In track and field, the women's sprint medley relay of Sara Gildersleeve '15, Vicki Weigold '15, Gina Deitz '13 and Michelle Wesley '13 broke the school record – set in 1994 – with a time of 4:34.58 at the Mommouth Invitational in New Jersey. Qualifying for the New England Div. III Championships were Lianne Swanson '12 (5000 meters) and Samantha Pevear '15 (discus). For the men, Colin Gallant '12 finished fifth in the 10,000. He and Brenner Green '12 qualified for the New England Div. III Championships. In sailing, the Camels finished seventh in an 18-team field in the Boston Dinghy Cup on the Charles River.
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Musician Ben Taylor '96 puts his anthropology major to use
Paste, March 26, 2012: In this article, 20 musicians are asked where they went to college, what they majored in and how they put their educations to use. Ben Taylor '96, an anthropology major at Connecticut College and member of JC Brooks & the Uptown Sound, said, "Anthro gave me some perspective on how different people live and coexist. It was an Anthropology course where I first heard about 'gentrification,' something I became very aware of when I moved to the city and was looking for cheap musician-friendly neighborhoods, and ultimately led to the writing of 'Baltimore is the New Brooklyn.'"
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Summerlike temperatures cause trees to bloom early, says Arbo director
The Day, March 23, 2012: Arboretum director Glenn Dreyer says the summerlike temperatures in Connecticut are causing trees to bloom early. "Things are popping about a week ahead of schedule," he said. "Last year at this time I had a foot of snow in my driveway. There's just a lot of variability. It's part of the deal." Zachary Pont '15 is also quoted in this story. Pont and three friends decided to take advantage of the warm weather and spend a day at Ocean Beach in New London.
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Heifer International brought Beatrice Biira '08 from Uganda to New London
The Day, March 21, 2012: This article recounts the story of Beatrice Biira '08, whose family received a goat from Heifer International when she was a young girl living in Uganda, and a meeting between Biira and some of the Sunday school students who helped raise the money for her family's goat.
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Coach Kovach to speak about the impact of Title IX on women's sports
Norwich Bulletin, March 21, 2012: Head women's crew coach Eva Kovach will speak about the impact of Title IX on women's sports March 24 at Otis Library in Norwich as part of the Sporty Women program. Sporty Women will highlight the achievements of female athletes as part of Women's History Month.
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Jenne Brooks-Gunn '69 has advice on what makes a good nanny
New York Times, March 20, 2012: In this story about how to choose a nanny, Jenne Brooks-Gunn '69, a director at Columbia University's National Center for Children and Families, said that academics know nothing about how nannies impact children, but offers her own advice. "The single-most important characteristic is the extent to which a nanny is responsive to the child's mood and interests." Brooks-Gunn adds that when she chose a nanny, she simply handed her son to every candidate she interviewed and chose the one who responded with the most sensitivity.
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Pamela D. Zilly elected chair of Connecticut College Board of Trustees
Patch, March 20, 2012: Pamela D. Zilly '75 has been elected to serve as chair on the Board of Trustees. Zilly is a retired senior managing director of The Blackstone Group L.P. She takes the place of James S. Berrien on July 1, 2012 and will serve a three-year term.
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Jewell Plummer Cobb celebrated during Women's History Month
New Haven Register, March 20, 2012: Jewel Plummer Cobb, former dean of the college and professor of zoology, is profiled as part of a Women's History Month feature. Plummer Cobb fought racism and sexism to succeed and encouraged minorities and women to enter the fields of science, mathematics and engineering. She also conducted influential research in cell biology and skin cancer.
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Prof. Askins' study finds power line corridors offer habitat for bird nesting
Science 2.0, March 18, 2012: A three-year study of 93 open corridors along power lines in southeastern Connecticut by biology professor Robert Askins finds that these right-of-ways may offer shrubland bird species a place to nest. Selective removal of trees from the plots keeps the power lines and their maintenance crews safe from potentially dangerous branches, while also preserving a perpetual early-successional shrubland habitat.
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Professors Vyse and Adler blog about the Ides of March
OUPblog (Oxford University Press), March 15, 2012: Psychology professor Stuart Vyse teams up with classics professor Eric Adler to blog about the "Ides of March" and the enduring romance of prophecy.
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Jenn Shinall '12 to play in All-Star game
Easton Courier, March 15, 2012: Jenn Shinall '12 has been honored as one of 22 seniors invited to play in the New England Women's Basketball Association (NEWBA) Senior All-Star Classic. Shinall helped lead the College to a 16-7 season and its first NESCAC playoff berth. She closed out her career as one of seven Camel women's basketball players to eclipse the 1,200-point mark.
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Lewis Buckley '74 is guest conductor in National Honor Bands
The Citizen, March 15, 2012: Lewis Buckley '74 will be the guest conductor for the Symphonic Band at the John Philips Sousa National Honor Bands – New England Region, April 19-21 at Bromfield School in Harvard, Mass. Buckley was director of the U.S. Coast Guard Band for more than 29 years.

Student-athletes earn NESCAC All-Sportsmanship honors
The Day, March 14, 2012: The following athletes have been named to the NESCAC Winter All-Sportsmanship team: Brian Mahoney '12 (men's basketball), Kacie Quick '13 (women's basketball), Lucas Shavira-Schramm '12 (men's hockey), Lauren Posillico '12 (women's hockey), John Sluder '14 (men's squash), Leah Puklin '15 (women's squash), Albert Perley '12 (men's swimming) and Nora Jefferies '15 (women's swimming).
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College hires project management firm for New London Hall renovation
Hartford Business, March 13, 2012: Connecticut College has hired Diversified Project Management (DPM) consulting firm to provide services for the renovation and expansion of New London Hall. DPM will provide staff augmentation for the existing Facilities Management department and will assist with the reporting and monitoring of the construction progress. A similar story was also reported by Boston/SF.
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Bernadette Macca '95 to be inducted into Stonington's Athletic Hall of Fame
Westerly Sun, March 11, 2012: Bernadette Macca '95 will be inducted into the Stonington High School Athletic Hall of Fame. While at Connecticut College, Macca ranked third all-time in scoring in women's basketball and was a regional All-American goalkeeper in lacrosse. Macca is the head coach of the Mitchell College women's basketball and tennis teams and was named the New England Collegiate Conference Coach of the Year for basketball in 2011.
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Bates Childress '80 is director of development and alumni relations at College of St. Joseph
Sunday Post-Star, March 11, 2012: Bates Childress '80 has been hired at the College of St. Joseph as director of development and alumni relations.

Arbo director agrees DOT needs to catch up on deferred tree maintenance
Associated Press, March 11, 2012: Connecticut's Department of Transportation and CL&P have stepped up tree-trimming efforts in the state to make up for years of maintenance delays because of state budget constraints. Arboretum director Glenn Dreyer, a specialist in vegetation management and large and historic trees, says he agrees the state needs to catch up on tree maintenance. Dreyer said some of the trimming is "pretty dramatic," but that pruning crews are making appropriate cuts. This story was reported by Hartford Courant, Connecticut Post, Danbury News Times, Republican American, CBS Connecticut and Westerly Sun.
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Prof. Stock interviewed on Al Jazeera English Network
Al Jazeera English Network, March 8, 2012: Catherine McNicol Stock, professor of history and author of "Rural Radicals: Righteous Rage in the American Grain," was interviewed live via Skype about radical patriot and militia groups and homegrown terrorism in the United States. "You really have to look at the context of the economy and political change in rural America to understand the lingering anger," Stock said. "There have been these groups for a long period of time in rural America, but they seem to be back with a vengeance."

Incoming freshman is a three-sport all-star
Falmouth Bulletin, March 7, 2012: Allisa Dalpe '16 is a four-year varsity basketball player at Massachusetts' Falmouth Academy. She helped lead the team into the New England Prep School tournamentfinals. Dalpe is a three-sport SENEISA all-star and a New England Prep all-stargoalie in lacrosse, with one of the top save percentages in all of New England. Dalpe plans to play lacrosse at Connecticut College.
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en Wolff '10 is web developer for digital marketing agency
Adirondack Daily Enterprise, March 7, 2012: Stephen Wolff '10 has been hired as Web developer at Adworkshop, a digital marketing agency in Lake Placid, N.Y. Wolff gained experience in computer programming through his collegiate physics research.

Operation 21st Century collaborates with Mitchell College and Provenance Center
The Day, March 5, 2012: Artist, writer and activist Laurencia Ciprus will give a talk, "ActivismIs Not a Spectator Sport," at 5 p.m. Tuesday in the Mitchell College Library, as part of a cultural collaborative on 21st-century slavery among Mitchell College's Cultural Programming Advisory Committee, the New London-based Provenance Center and Operation 21st Century, a student organization at Connecticut College.
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Songs take shape - literally - at arts and tech symposium
The Day, March 4, 2012: With document presentations, installations, performances, seminars, multimedia concerts and more, "Aesthetics and Creative Pathways," Connecticut College's 13th biennial symposium on arts and technology, encompassed a wide variety of traditional artistic disciplines as blasted through the prism of computer possibility. During his keynote address, Martin Wattenberg, co-directorof Google's Big Picture Visualization Group, described one method of capturing the visuals of melody is a technique he calls "The Shape of Song."
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Eric LeDuc '14 wins silver medal at ECAC Div. III Indoor Track Championships
The Day, March 4, 2012: Eric LeDuc '14 finished second in the 5,000 meters at the ECAC Div. III Indoor Track Championships. This story was also reported by Patch.
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Noah Silverman '04 stresses importance of a 'safe space' to explore one's faith
Daily News Egypt, March 2, 2012: In this opinion piece, Noah Silverman '04, associate director of the Center for Multifaith Education at Auburn Theological Seminary in New York City, says he served as president of the local Hillel chapter at Connecticut College. Within the College's Hillel Community, Silverman says he found a "safe space" that allowed him to explore what it meant to be both Jewish and American. This piece was also reported by Eurasia Review.
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Connecticut College hosts arts and technology symposium
The Day, March 1, 2012: The Ammerman Center for Arts and Technology is hosting "Aesthetics and Creative Pathways," the 13th Biennial Symposium on Arts and Technology, March 1-3.
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Connecticut College sponsors 'Student Minute Contest'
Patch, March 1, 2012: Connecticut College is currently sponsoring a "Student Minute Contest," challenging current students to capture the essence of the college experience in a video of 60 seconds or less. Chosen submissions are posted to YouTube, with some videos getting further exposure on the College's Twitter and Facebook pages. The videos with the most views, likes and retweets will earn prizes.
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Arboretum tours one of Connecticut's top free attractions
Journeys, March/April 2012: The Connecticut College Arboretum is listed as one of the top free attractions in Connecticut. The Arboretum offers regular tours of the College's 750-acre campus. (Journeys is AAA's online and print magazine.)
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Awareness is the mission at College's 'Dinner for Syria'
The Day, Feb. 29, 2012: Connecticut College's Arabic culture club, Yalla Bina, hosted a "Dinner for Syria" in Blaustein Humanities Center on Tuesday. The dinner, attended by approximately 100 people, was designed to educate attendees on the ongoing uprising and the struggle of the Syrian people. Ryan Dillon '14, president of Yalla Bina, is quoted in the article.
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Prof. Siver wins grant to study ancient Arctic lakes and climate change
The Day, Feb. 29, 2012: Peter Siver, the Charles and Sarah P. Becker '27 Professor of Botany and director of the Program in Environmental Studies at Connecticut College, has been awarded $379,756 by the National Science Foundation for climate-change research. Siver will lead a team of researchers, including Connecticut College students, in a three-year project to analyze fossils in the sediments of ancient lakes in the Northwest Territories of Canada and use them to reconstruct historical climate conditions. This story was also reported by College News.
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Incoming freshman is water polo standout
Winnetka Talk, Feb. 28, 2012: Isabelle Baneaux '16 is a senior captain of the girl's water polo team at Illinois New Trier High School. The team is ranked 11th in the preseason poll by Illpolo.com. Baneaux expects to play water polo at Connecticut College next season.
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New York Times interviews Tim Armstrong '93
New York Times, Feb. 24, 2012: In this Q&A, Tim Armstrong '93, chairman and CEO of AOL, gives an update on the company one year after it acquired The Huffington Post.
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Anti-slavery student group hosts conference
Patch, Feb. 24, 2012: This story previews "Slavery in Our Backyards: A Call to Action," a conference hosted Saturday by Operation 21st Century, a student anti-slavery group. "Our goal is to inspire and educate youth to join the abolitionist movement, which seeks to put an end to present-day slavery, in all its forms," said group founder and executive director Janet Tso '12.
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Connecticut College hosts Banff Mountain Film Festival
The Day, Feb. 23, 2012: Connecticut College will host the Banff Mountain Film festival. The film fest hits 35 countries, screening films that won awards and that were audience favorites during the annual festival in Banff. The showing will be in Palmer Auditorium Sunday, Feb. 26 in Palmer Auditorium at 7 p.m.
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College Arboretum and state agricultural department announce new tree list for planting near utility wires
The Day, Feb. 21, 2012: In response to the tremendous damage to utility infrastructure caused by trees near overhead wires during last year's major storms, the Connecticut College Arboretum and the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station have released a new list of trees with relatively low mature heights suitable for planting near street-side utility lines. Similar stories were also reported by Middletown Press, West Hartford News and Housatonic Times.
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RTC student works with marketing firms' China communications
The Day, Feb. 19, 2012: Student Kirsten Pflomm is director of global accounts at Green Ink Marketing Communication firm in New London. The firm is working on a video involving a location shoot northwest of Shanghai, China. Pflomm is contacting videographers in China who can come back with a quality interview. "The hardest part is getting a crew and the footage back," she says. "It's always pretty touchy calling in a favor in China."
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Agnes Gund '60 to be awarded honorary degree at Bowdoin
Bowdoin News, Feb. 17, 2012: Philanthropist Agnes Gund '60 will be awarded an honorary degree at Bowdoin's Commencement exercises May 26. Gund is president emeritus of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
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Lily Holland '11 is new farm educational instructor
Daily Times Chronicle, Feb. 16, 2012: Lily Holland '11 has been hired to teach a new education program at Wright-Locke Farm Conservancy in Winchester, Mass. The goal of the program is to connect local children with farming, farm animals, food sources and nature activities. Holland will be responsible for writing the curriculum, planning the activities and teaching the lessons.

OnStage presents Brentano String Quartet
The Day, Feb. 16, 2012: In honor of its 20th anniversary, The Brentano String Quartet will perform "Fragments – Connecting Past and Present," featuring incomplete works by such greats as Mozart, Bach and Schubert, Feb. 17 at 8 p.m. in Evan's Hall. The performance is part of the onStage at Connecticut College series.
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Susan MacKay '04 is a jack of all trades
Grace, Feb. 15, 2012: Susan MacKay '04 paints, sculpts, makes jewelry and plays in two local bands, all while raising two boys, teaching Saturday morning art classes and working as a bartender. She credits the wonderful teachers she studied with for inspiring her to continue her passion into adulthood. By incorporating just the right balance of routine and creativity into her day, MacKay says she makes sure to touch on at least a little of each activity she loves.
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Ted Greenberg '80 joins Colliers International
CoStar Group, Feb. 15, 2012: Ted Greenberg '80 has joined Colliers International in Brentwood, Mo., as a vice president. Greenberg will focus his efforts on real estate investment sales for commercial opportunities in the multifamily investment areas. He is a licensed broker in the states of Missouri and Illinois.
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Wynne LaGrua '39 leaves lasting legacy in Stonington borough
The Day, Feb. 15, 2012: This story discusses the life and legacy of Stonington resident Winifred LaGrua '39, who passed away Feb. 2. LaGrua is fondly remembered as a woman of quiet dignity and firm resolve who possessed a wry sense of humor. She owned LaGrua's Gift Shop in Stonington for more than 50 years. When her husband died in 2005, she donated $500,000 to convert the foundry building at Stonington Commons into the LaGrua Center in his memory. The center now hosts regular art exhibits, lectures and musical performances.
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Poetry contest winner Andrea Amulic '12 on circuit tour
Hartford Courant, Feb. 15, 2012: Andrea Amulic '12 is one of the five winners selected for the annual Connecticut Poetry Circuit Tour. The students will read their work at several colleges and universities around the state, including Connecticut College.
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NCAA: Prof. Ching is at the center of student-athlete experience
NCAA Champion, Winter 2012 edition: Chemistry professor Stanton Ching, who serves as a faculty athletics representative to the NCAA, is profiled. "The thing about being on the council or working with a group outside of your area of expertise is that you get to be around a lot of smart, interesting people, and I like that," said Ching.
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Prof. Kim interviews human rights advocate about Mindanao crisis
The Immanent Frame, Feb. 9, 2011: In this Q&A, religious studies professor David Kyuman Kim interviews Sidney Jones, a human rights advocate with the International Crisis Group, about the crisis in Mindanao. (The Immanent Frame is a blog that publishes interdisciplinary perspectives on secularism, religion and the public sphere.)
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Dance Festival Conference wraps up with Gala Performance in Palmer
The Day, Feb. 9, 2012: Connecticut College is hosting the American College Dance Festival Association's New England Conference this week. The conference will wrap up with a gala performance on Saturday at 8 p.m. in Palmer Auditorium. The performance is open to the public.
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Prof. Chrisler discusses body image in Self magazine
Self, February 2012 edition: Psychology professor Joan Chrisler is quoted in this article about how a woman's friends can have a powerful impact on how she feels about her shape as an adult. "If you and your friends criticize others, it's natural to worry that your friends secretly criticize you, which increases the chances you'll feel insecure," Chrisler says.

Priyanka Gupta '06 works to change family business myth
India Today, Feb. 9, 2012: Priyanka Gupta '06, executive director of MPIL Steel, is profiled. The company was founded by Gupta's father in 2001; she joined in 2008. "I want to change how family businesses are viewed in India, that they are male dominated and unprofessional," she said. "I want to break that myth and I also want to be really good at what I do."
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Eco-friendly community is brainchild of Mary Emery '64
Accent West Magazine, Feb. 2012: Mariposa, an eco-friendly, sustainable community northwest of Amararillo, Texas, is the brainchild of Mary Emery '64. Plans for the 625-acre community include home sites for 350 families, a small apartment/condo site for graduate students or others who want to downsize, a school and businesses in line with Mariposa philosophy.

Prof. Vyse says pregnancy can prompt superstitions
Tablet, Feb. 7, 2012: Psychology professor Stuart Vyse is quoted in this article about why pregnant women may be prone to superstitions. "Whenever you have a situation where there's a lot at stake, and you've done everything you possibly can to make sure there's a happy outcome but there's still a lot of uncertainty, it's a perfect circumstance for superstitions to emerge," he said. "Establishing some kind of ritual or lucky thing you do makes you feel better, because it gives you the illusion of control."
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Prof. Bernhard to study impact of LA oil spill on marsh habitat
New London Patch, Feb. 6, 2012: Biology professor Anne Bernhard has been awarded a grant to explore the oil spill effects on LA salt marshes. She will be part of a team studying the impact of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on marsh habitat.
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Dean Merrill '84 shares advice for high school seniors on New York Times blog
New York Times “The Choice,” Feb. 6, 2012: In this higher education blog, Martha C. Merrill '84, dean of admission and financial aid, advises high school seniors to avoid the urge to slack off. "With applications in, seniors should take time to savor their final months of high school and enjoy family and friends. But they should also be using this important time in their lives to practice balancing academics with other commitments, and not fall victim to the 'senior slack,'" she writes.
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Latin art exhibit on display at Shain Library
The Day, Feb. 5, 2012: Connecticut College recently signed on as a venue to showcase "Contemporary Art from the Latin World," an exhibit of collections of diverse works from the Latin Network for the Visual Arts. Benjamin Panciera, director of special collections, said, "For the last five or six years we've been focusing on our own collections here at the library, but this is a fantastic opportunity to expose students to the rich area of resources off campus." Leo Garofalo, associate professor of history, plans to link the exhibit, on display now through March 9, to some of the discussions and assignments in his classes.
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Katelyn Driscoll '12 making her mark on ice hockey team
Salem News, Feb. 4, 2012: Katelyn Driscoll '12 is a steady defender on the women's ice hockey team. She has played in all 13 games and has a goal and three assists for the team, now 8-7-2 overall and 5-6-1 in NESCAC. Driscoll, a three-sport athlete, is the seventh member of her family to play for the Camels. Her younger brother Teddy is a freshman.
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Michael King '75 nominated for NAACP Image Award
The Day, Feb. 4, 2012: Michael King '75 has been nominated for an NAACP Image Award for his documentary "The Rescuers." The film tells the story of a dozen diplomats who helped save tens of thousands of Jews during World War II. Winners of the awards will be announced during a ceremony airing live Feb. 17 at 8 p.m. on NBC.
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Conn hockey to play for 'Green Dot' program
The Day, Feb. 2, 2012: The men's ice hockey team will dedicate Saturday's game vs. Tufts University to raising awareness about the "Green Dot" program, a campus initiative to prevent power-based personal violence through bystander intervention. Connecticut College is currently the only institution in the state that has implemented the Green Dot program, in which students, faculty and staff are trained to help prevent power-based personal violence, including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking.
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Martha Twigg '66 retires as executive director of science center
The Patriot Ledger, Feb. 2, 2012: Martha Twigg '66 has retired from South Shore Natural Science Center in Norwell, Mass., after 16 years as executive director. The center will host an open house to honor Twigg on Feb. 12.
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Deans Bengochea and Brooks offer tips for diversifying faculty pools
Inside Higher Education, Feb. 1, 2012: Efforts to diversify faculties will work only if diverse candidates are under consideration, write Armando Bengochea, dean of the college and senior diversity officer, and Roger Brooks, dean of the faculty. In this advice piece, they offer ideas on how to make that likely.
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Bob Willis '09 to represent U.S. windsurfing at 2012 Olympics
Chicago Tribune, Feb. 1, 2012: Bob Willis '09 will represent the U.S. in windsurfing at 2012 Olympics in London. Willis finished sixth in last week's Rolex Miami Olympic Classes Regatta in Miami, and will compete in March in Cadiz, Spain, before training full-time in Weymouth, where the Olympic sailing events will take place. This story was also published by the Macon Telegraph (Macon, Ga.).
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Steven Byrne '10 running for Board of Selectman
Patch (Arlington, Mass.), Feb. 1, 2012: Steven Byrne '10 is the youngest candidate running for the Board of Selectman in Arlington, Mass. Byrne works as a legislative aide in the Massachusetts State House, addressing legislative and constituent issues in the 5th Norfolk District. He has spent time working as a field organizer in Connecticut on Ned Lamont's gubernatorial campaign and Richard Blumenthal's senatorial campaign, and interned in Congressman Stephen Lynch's Boston office and Congressman Joe Courtney's Norwich, Conn., office.
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Three honored with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service Awards
The Day, Jan. 31, 2012: Connecticut College has honored three members of its community with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service Awards, given each year to those who exemplify and uphold the legacy of Dr. King's work. The 2012 recipients are Mab Segrest, the Fuller-Maathai Professor of Gender and Women's Studies at Connecticut College; Kiesha Henry, staff assistant for the Office of Volunteers for Community Service (OVCS) and the Holleran Center for Community Action and Public Policy; and Connecticut College senior Jazmin Long. The awards were presented Friday, Jan. 27 at the College’s annual commemoration ceremony. This story was also reported by New London Patch and Groton Patch.
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Women's hockey team assists others
The Day, Jan. 31, 2012: The women's hockey team helped sponsor a Teddy Bear Drive to benefit the Boston Children's Hospital last weekend during a two-game series with Amherst College, and Molly Murphy '13 organized a bone marrow drive to honor the memory of former Yale University player Mandi Schwartz, who died of leukemia. The Camels also invited several members of the Southeastern Connecticut Special Olympics Speed Skating team to Saturday's game."I'm proud that our student-athletes are committed to assisting others," coach Kristin Steele said. "It is particularly motivating that two competing teams are willing to work together to make these efforts successful."
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Brendan Collins '11 is financial adviser at Edward Jones Investments
Rutland Herald, Jan. 30, 2012: Brendan Collins '11 has joined Edward Jones Investments in Rutland, Vt., as a financial adviser.

College's dance troupes are part of region's culture of creativity
The Day, Jan. 29, 2012: This article about the importance of the region's vibrant arts culture mentions Connecticut College's dance troupes as a highlight.
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Incoming freshman scores 1,000th point in basketball
Patch (Avon, CT), Jan. 28, 2012: Basketball player Caroline Jadovich '16, a senior at Miss Porter's School in Avon, Conn., recently set a school record by scoring her 1,000th point. She also holds the record for most three-pointers in one year at 63. Jadovich plans to play basketball for the Camels next year.
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Barbara Omohundro '72 named to summer program board
Bridgeport News, Jan. 28, 2012: Barbara Omohundro '72 has been named to Sacred Heart University's Board of Overseers for the Horizons program. The program, launching this summer, will bring 32 low-income students entering first and second grade to the campus for six weeks to prevent summer learning loss.
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Nick Downing '09 discusses factors to weigh when considering grad school
Boston Globe, Jan. 27, 2012: In this column, Nick Downing '09 discusses what factors to weigh when considering grad school. He is currently a first year student at Tufts University studying for his master's degree in urban planning and a serves as program manager for Future Boston Alliance.
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Rob Hale '88 joins Boston Celtics investor group
Boston Business Journal, Jan. 27, 2012: Rob Hale '88, president of Granite Communications and owner of Fox Rock Properties, a Boston-based commercial real estate firm, has joined the Boston Celtics investor group.
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Columnist: Aly Boyle '14 has media presence in her blood
The Day, Jan. 26, 2012: This sports column profiles women's basketball player Aly Boyle '14, whose mother is columnist Jackie MacMullan, formerly of the Boston Globe and Sports Illustrated and now of ESPN.com and "Around the Horn." Patty Shields '14 is also quoted in the piece.
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Molly Murphy '13 leads bone marrow campaign
Norwich Bulletin, Jan. 26, 2012: Women's ice hockey player Molly Murphy '13 coordinated a bone marrow registration and teddy bear drive during the Camels' home games against Amherst this past weekend. Murphy said she organized the drive as a way to honor her friend, former Yale University hockey player Mandi Schwartz, who died of leukemia last April.
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Marco da Costa Lopes '11 interned at international soccer tournament
Record-Journal (Meriden, Conn.), Jan. 25, 2012: Marco da Costa Lopes '11 intern at the 2010 World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa, while he was a student at the College and scholar in the Toor Cummings Center for International Studies and the Liberal Arts (CISLA). He later incorporated his experiences into a senior project. "He had a wonderful experience," said Mary Devins, associate director of CISLA. "If you want to have peace in the world, you have to understand other people and other ways of life."
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Rachel Perry Welty '84 displays artwork at Rutgers University
CentralJersey.com, Jan. 25, 2012: Artwork by Rachel Perry Welty '84 is currently on display at Rutgers University's Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum. "Rachel Perry Welty: 24/7" is an exhibit of more than 2,200 records of "deaccessioned" objects she has amassed. The word refers to the process museums use to eliminate artwork from their collections, only Ms. Welty is using it to get rid of her junk.
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Carolyn Holleran '60 receives philanthropy award
Eagle, Jan. 24, 2012: Alumna and emeritus trustee Carolyn Holleran '60 and her husband, Jerome Holleran, recently received the Council of Independent Colleges' 2012 Individual Award for Philanthropy for their contributions to Alvernia University, including the creation of the renowned Holleran Center for Community Engagement and the use of their Cedar Hill Farm in Bern Township as a president's home and a conference center. The couple also donated money to build Avernia's student center.
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Prof. Huang tells WSJ the year of the dragon is lucky - supposedly
Wall Street Journal, Jan. 23, 2012: Yibing Huang, professor of Chinese literature and culture, is quoted in this story about how the year of the dragon – which began today – is considered the luckiest of the Chinese lunar years. Some Chinese and Chinese-Americans are so committed to welcoming a child this year that they are getting fertility treatments to boost their chances. Children born as dragons are "the strongest, smartest and the luckiest – supposedly," Huang says. This story was also published by The Globe and Mail (Toronto, Canada).
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WCNI included in college radio phone app
Radio-Info.com, Jan. 23, 2012: Connecticut College's radio station, WCNI, is one of 14 college stations being added to iHeartRadio's digital radio service.
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David Dorfman Dance to perform at NYC's Joyce Theatre
The New Yorker, Jan. 23, 2012: David Dorfman Dance, a group led by dance professor David Dorfman, will perform "Prophets of Funk" at Joyce Theatre in New York Jan. 24-29. The preview mentions that the work premiered at Connecticut College last February.
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Steven Bloom '10 named assistant director of family business
New Canaan Advertiser, Jan. 22, 2012: Steven Bloom '10 will serve as assistant director of Camp Playland in New Canaan. He will also be heavily involved in Playland Nursery School. Bloom was born and raised at the camp, which was started in 1957 by his grandfather. The camp hosts approximately 400 campers and 150 staff members each season.
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Women's basketball is on the rise
The Day, Jan. 21, 2012: The women's basketball team, which improved to 13-2 overall and 4-1 in the NESCAC with a win Friday over Bates, is profiled. "It's the best ball we've played in four years," Jenn Shinall '12 said. "We're having so much fun. It's one of the reasons for our success."
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Tracey Vallarta Jordal '90 promoted to executive VP for investment management firm
Marketwire, Jan. 20, 2012: Tracey Vallarta Jordal '90 has been promoted to executive vice president for PIMCO, a leading global investment management firm. She is an executive vice president in the New York office and an attorney in PIMCO's legal and compliance department.
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Vance Gilbert '79 talks of his musician idols and inspirations
Daily Record (Morristown, N.J.), Jan. 20, 2012: In this profile piece, singer-songwriter Vance Gilbert '79 talks about his musician idols and inspirations, including those at Connecticut College. "Everybody had guitars," he recalls of the campus. "I started listening to some musicians I loved, like Kenny Loggins and Kenny Rankin. When I got out of college, I wanted to sing jazz, but I wanted to sing it accompanied by a nylon-string guitar, and acoustic guitar," he said.

Marian Bingham '63 showcases artwork
Carthage Press (Carthage, Mo.), Jan. 19, 2012: Marian Bingham '63 is showcasing her artwork in the "Equine Gestures" exhibit at the Spiva Center for the Arts in Carthage, Mo. The exhibit, which runs through March 2, features Bingham's prints, monotypes and monoprints of dreamlike landscapes where rider-less horses roam.
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Lampe '11 ranks 2nd in NESCAC for 3-pointers
The Salem News, March 17, 2010: Dean Lampe '11 earned a starting spot on the Connecticut College men's basketball team this year, averaging 11.4 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. Lampe is a 51 percent three-point shooter, ranking second in the NESCAC. “Dean has had a great season,” coach Tom Satran said. “He is so versatile and can impact the game in every way.”
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Standout swimmer joins the class of 2014
NorthJersey.com, March 17, 2010: Ellen Huelbig, a standout swimmer for Rutherford High School, will continue her swimming career at Connecticut College as a member of the class of 2014. Huelbig chose Connecticut College over a number of other schools, including Towson, Providence College, Fairfield University and Holy Cross. “Connecticut College was a smaller school, which was exactly what I was looking for,” Huelbig said.
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MacDonald '09 to bike across country for charity
The Sun Chronicle (Attleboro, Mass.), March 16, 2010: Erica MacDonald '09 is participating in Bike and Build, a 4,115-mile bike ride across the country to raise money for affordable housing. The story mentions that MacDonald was an international relations major and economics minor at Connecticut College. She was also a member of the swim team.
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Men's lacrosse wins opener
The Day, March 14, 2010: Andrew Freedman '13 scored four goals to lead the Camels to a 10-4 win over Trinity in the NESCAC and season opener for both teams. For the women, Hope Barone '12 had two goals and Ashleigh Kowtoniuk '12 had 10 saves in a 17-6 loss to Trinity.
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Men's lacrosse off to a strong start
The Day, March 15, 2010: Steve Dachille '10 had four goals and an assist, leading Connecticut College to a 13-5 win over Plymouth State. Ryan Hayes '11 scored two goals and Eric Doran '11 and Andrew Freedman '13 each had a goal and an assist for Conn, which is off to a 2-0 start for the first time since 2003.
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Hockey player Lindmark '10 ends 'stellar career'
Boston Globe, March 14, 2010: Rachel Lindmark '10 helped Connecticut College earn three straight NESCAC post-season appearances for the first time in school history, captained the team her junior and senior years and was its top scorer this season. This story quotes coach Kristin Steele and mentions players Erin Davey '10 and Sara Christopher '10.
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Samma '10 earns NCAA All-America honors
The Day, March 14, 2010: On Saturday, Alex Samma '10 became Connecticut College’s first track and field athlete to earn NCAA All-America honors on three separate occasions. Samma placed sixth in the triple jump at the NCAA Division III championship at DePauw University.
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The Day previews men's and women's lacrosse
The Day, March 12, 2010: Men's lacrosse coach Dave Cornell says in this season preview that the Camels can compete for top NESCAC honors. The women's team is young, coach Heather McClelland says, and the team hopes to challenge for a NESCAC postseason berth.
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Prof. Bhatia reminds us of the 'power of toilets'
WRNI's This I Believe (Providence, R.I.), March 10, 2010: Sunil Bhatia, associate professor of human development, director of the College's Holleran Center for Community Action and Public Policy and founder of Friends of Shelter Associates, an organization that raises awareness about the lack of sanitation in Western India, says Americans should appreciate one of life's most basic comforts — toilets. “Talking about toilets is not exciting or glamorous, but I am very grateful for a toilet,” Bhatia says. “For billions of individuals in this world, having access to a toilet would represent a realization of a distant dream.”
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Prof. Sayej connects 'Alice in Wonderland' to U.S. politics
Oxford University Press Blog, March 10, 2010: In this opinion piece, Government Professor Caroleen Sayej and her three co-authors of “The Iraq Papers” argue there are similarities between “Alice in Wonderland” and U.S. politics. “The movie is a reminder of the excesses and abuses of authority,” the co-authors write. “It exposes the often illogical and dangerous decisions that emerge from unaccountable rulers. There are many signs that Alice would encounter these same dangers in America today.”
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Deans publish piece on diversifying the faculty
Inside Higher Ed, March 10, 2010: In this opinion piece, Roger Brooks, dean of the faculty and the Elie Wiesel Professor of Judaic Studies and Religious Studies, and Armando Bengochea, dean of the college community, discuss Connecticut College's recent efforts to diversify the faculty. “With a mix of intentionality and serendipity, new policies and practices, collaboration and support, and, above all, determination, Connecticut College did achieve success. Of 11 tenure-track faculty hires in 2009, 10 were faculty of color, representing a broad range of experience, cultures and backgrounds,” they write. “It has been a long and often difficult road, but a road on which liberal arts colleges have an obligation to travel. Despite the sometimes overwhelming odds, we can, and we must, have success.”
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Reback '12 reflects on the College's first V-Week
Grace Magazine, March 9, 2010: In this op-ed, Megan Reback '12, chair of fundraising for the College's production of "The Vagina Monologues," reflects on the College’s first V-Week, a week dedicated to celebrating women, which culminated with a performance of the monologues. “I have given myself entirely to this cause and have found myself and have found more than 60 young women whom I can identify with, cry with, laugh with and be a woman with,” Reback writes.
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College team earns 18th straight academic award
The Day, March 9, 2010: Women's cross country has earned its 18th consecutive United States Track & Field Cross Country Coaches Association academic award. The team has the second best grade point average of the 153 teams honored. Men's cross country was also honored with the academic award.
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Lillie '95 to award scholarship to a local student
The Day, March 9, 2010: Linda Lillie '95 and her husband, Bill Lillie, co-owners of Sprigs & Twigs, Inc., have announced their company is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating Ledyard High School student interested in horticulture, landscape design, landscape architecture, nursery management, greenhouse management, conservation, plant science, botany, environmental studies, arboriculture or sustainability.
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U.S. News: The College is one of the most popular
U.S. News & World Report, March 5, 2010: Connecticut College is tied for No. 65 on this list of liberal arts colleges that have high yield numbers. The list is associated with an article on universities that produce the highest yield.
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Symposium features avatars and 'techno fun'
The Day, March 4, 2010: Connecticut College will hold its 12th Biennial Arts and Technology Symposium, “Revolution: Technology as Change,” March 4-6. “If avatars don't strike your techno fancy, maybe the robots constructed of recycled material will,” the author writes. “The public can join in the techno fun by seeing such things as a performance by the Da Capo Chamber Players, along with interactive installations and computer animations.”
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The College presents 'The Rocky Horror Show'
New Haven Advocate, March 4, 2010: Though most productions of “The Rocky Horror Show” take place around Halloween, Connecticut College “has time-warped its rendition into the spring semester.” Performances are March 4, 5 and 6 at 8 p.m., and March 6 and 7 at 2 p.m. in the College's Tansill Theater.

Symposium and a cult classic all at the College
The Day, March 4, 2010: Connecticut College hosts its 12th Biennial Arts and Technology Symposium, “Revolution: Technology as Change,” which will bring a wide variety of artists, media specialists and performers to campus to explore the intersection of arts, sciences, media and technology, March 4-6. This article also mentions the College will present “The Rocky Horror Show” in the College’s Tansill Theater March 4-7.
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O'Brien named interim tennis coach
The Day, March 4, 2010: Chris O'Brien has been named the interim men's and women's tennis coach. He previously coached at Roger Williams University, where he led the women's team to the NCAA tournament in 2007 and 2008, and led the men's team to the second round of the national tournament in 2009.
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Camels earn all-NESCAC honors
The Day, March 3, 2010: Men's basketball co-captain Shavar Bernier '10, who broke the College’s record for 3-pointers, has been named to the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) all-conference second team. This roundup also mentions men's swimming placed sixth in the NESCAC championships last weekend, and men’s swimmers Tim Walsh '12 and Pat Troy '10 earned All-NESCAC honors.
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Photo: Students play cricket on Tempel Green
The Day, March 3, 2010: This photo shows Connecticut College students playing cricket on the Jean C. Tempel Green March 2. The students pictured said they hope to make the sport more recognizable at the College.
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Rojas '14 uses Christian hip-hop to open doors
Medill Reports (Evanston, Ill.), March 2, 2010: David Rojas '14, a member of the House Covenant Church in North Lawndale, Ill., said Christian hip-hop has opened many doors for him. “Being involved with hip-hop and actually being involved with the youth and having a connection with God through hip-hop, I think that’s a real motivator,” Rojas said.
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O'Gorman '11 named humanitarian award finalist
U.S. College Hockey Online, March 2, 2010: Brigid O'Gorman '11, who traveled to Uganda to deliver medical and school supplies, clothing, money and much-needed medical care to orphaned children last spring, has been named as one of seven finalists for the Hockey Humanitarian Award, given annually to a college hockey player who personifies community spirit through leadership, effort and time. The winner will be announced April 9 during the NCAA championships at Ford Field in Detroit, Mich.
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Volleyball earns Academic Team Award
The Day, March 2, 2010: The women's volleyball team has received the New England Women's Volleyball Association Academic Team Award. The Camels were one of seven teams honored for attaining a team grade-point average of at least a 3.3 during the fall semester.

College hosts discussion on genocide prevention
The Day, March 1, 2010: Members of the Connecticut College community discussed genocide prevention with Michael C. Pryce, the founder and CEO of COA Consultants, an organization dedicated to developing solutions to prevent mass atrocity, Feb. 25. Pryce urged audience members to take action and said, "Genocides are deliberately planned. To do anything on this scale demands resources, direction, coordination, command and control. All of those are things we can do something about."
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'Wonderful' concerts in the Palmer Auditorium
The Day, March 1, 2010: The author of this article reminisces about the “wonderful” concerts performed in the College's Frank Loomis Palmer Auditorium during the 1940s, and says audience members “realized how privileged we were to have this music brought to our doorstep.” The author also mentions the College's archivist, Nova Seals, has kept a careful record of these past concerts.
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Prof. Chrisler: Stereotypes associated with menopause are harmful
Monitor on Psychology, March, 2010: Psychology Professor Joan Chrisler says negative stereotypes associated with menopause have a significant effect on women's self image. “The women in these studies generally say, ‘I wouldn’t want to go back and be 20 again,’” says Chrisler. “But if you force them to think about their bodies then, yes, they'd like to be 20 again.”
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The College is one of the Connecticut's elite educational institutions
The Day (Chamber of Commerce special publication), March 2010: Connecticut College is mentioned as a center of higher education with a national reputation that offers a quality education in this article about Connecticut's educational opportunities. This article also mentions the College will be celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2011.

Women's squash wins in first round of championship
College Squash Association, Feb. 27, 2010: Women's squash swept its opponents in the first round of the “D” Division at the National Team Championships, but was defeated by Columbia in the second round this weekend.
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Danielle Murphy '10 named Winthrop Scholar
Wicked Local (Eastern Mass.), Feb. 27, 2010: Danielle Murphy '10 has been named a Winthrop Scholar, the highest academic honor bestowed by Connecticut College. “I am extremely proud of our Winthrop Scholars, who have all demonstrated exceptional scholarship,” President Leo I. Higdon Jr. said. “Their academic achievements are significant, and their leadership on campus shows they are taking advantage of all Connecticut College has to offer.”
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Coach Butler to be inducted into athletic hall of fame
The Day, Feb. 27, 2010: Men's Cross Country Coach Jim Butler will be inducted into the New London Athletic Hall of Fame March 6. Butler has coached men's cross country for 23 years and was named the 2002 New England Div. III Coach of the Year and the 2004 New England Small College Athletic Conference Coach of the Year.
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Symposium to examine race and health care
The Day, Feb. 26, 2010: The College's Center for the Comparative Study of Race and Ethnicity two-day symposium, “The Health Gap: Inequality in U.S. Health Care,” will examine racial gaps in health care. Former U.S. Surgeon General David Satcher will deliver the keynote address March 4 at 6:30 p.m. in Harkness Chapel. Other symposium highlights include a lecture by Vanessa Northington Gamble, professor of medical humanities at George Washington University and a panel discussion.
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Connecticut College exhibits 'Visual Inquiries'
WFSB-TV Eye Witness News at 5:30 p.m. (Hartford and New Haven, Conn.), Feb. 26, 2010: “Visual Inquiries,” an Art Department exhibition of works by abstract artist Frederick Lynch, was highlighted during the “Town by Town” segment. The exhibition was on display in the galleries of the Cummings Arts Center.
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Prof. Pessin debates 'Everything God Does Is Good'
Jewish Exponent (Philadelphia, Penn.), Feb. 25, 2010: In this book review of Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin's “The God Question,” the author says Pessin “has not just chosen samples from major thinkers and slapped them on the page; rather, he's done something a little more daring. He's read these works and distilled them into chewable-sized essays.” The reviewer also says the book “makes for good reading, especially for those who get their kicks from intellectual pursuits.”
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Prof. Sayej discusses 'Cheney's Tortured World'
Oxford University Press Blog, Feb. 25, 2010: In this opinion piece, Government Professor Caroleen Sayej and her three co-authors of “The Iraq Papers” criticize former Vice President Dick Cheney. They say he views torture as a tool that allows authorities to collect actionable intelligence, and they ask “Why do they also reject the fact that most military and intelligence experts argue that not much actionable intelligence can be gathered by torture?”
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Women's lacrosse to benefit from film festival tour
The Day, Feb. 25, 2010: Proceeds from a local viewing of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour, an adventure film tour scheduled to stop in 285 communities and 30 countries, will benefit the women’s lacrosse team. The local viewing is Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. in Palmer Auditorium.
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Prof. Sayej analyzes Department of Justice report
Oxford University Press Blog, Feb. 24, 2010: In this opinion piece, Government Professor Caroleen Sayej and her three co-authors of “The Iraq Papers” analyze a recent U.S. Department of Justice report that cleared former Assistant Attorney General Jay Bybee and former Deputy Assistant Attorney John Yoo of professional misconduct. “This is not an issue of the past or something we can put behind us, as President Obama wishes. But there are fierce political pressures in Washington to completely shut down the issue of torture,” the co-authors said in their critique.
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Connecticut College students to help build a Habitat home
Lebanon Daily News (Lebanon, Penn.), Feb. 24, 2010: A group of Connecticut College students, along with students from several other colleges, will help build an affordable home for a low-income family in need in Lebanon, Penn., as a part of Habitat for Humanity's year-round alternative break program.
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Two Camels qualify for NCAA championships
The Day, Feb.23, 2010: Women's swimmer Sarah Murphy '11 qualified for the NCAA championships in five events while her teammate Erika Fernandes '13 qualified in the 50 freestyle. The team placed sixth at last Sunday’s New England Small College Athletic Conference championships.
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Art Prof. Hendricks profiled in New York Times
New York Times, Feb. 22, 2010: Art Professor Barkley Hendricks' painting style, which mixes pop art, photorealism and black nationalism, is described as “funky” and “hip” in this online profile in the New York Times “People” section. The profile, which links to other New York Times articles about Hendricks, also mentions that critics and curators have come to regard his portraits as some of the most distinctive in recent art.
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Men's squash edges Wesleyan
College Squash Association, Feb. 22, 2010: Men's squash beat Wesleyan at the National Team Championships and will advance to the D Division finals Feb. 20.
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Cahill '06 uses Twitter to campaign for her father
Boston Herald, Feb. 22, 2010: Makena Cahill '06 and her sister, Nicole, are using Twitter to campaign for their father, Massachusetts Department of State Treasurer Tim Cahill, who is running for Massachusetts governor as an independent.
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Stuart Adelberg '82 directs 'The Wizard of Oz'
News Times (Danbury, Conn.), Feb. 19, 2010: Stuart Adelberg '82, a theater major at Connecticut College, is directing “The Wizard of Oz” for St. Catherine's Players, a community theater organization based in Greenwich, Conn. “We are always striving to put together the best show. But, we also are trying to build a community," Adelberg said. The show opens Feb. 26 and runs through March 7.
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Fleishman '85 is a candidate for Newtown superintendent
Wicked Local (Eastern Mass.), Feb. 19, 2010: David Fleishman '85 is one of the three finalists to be the superintendent of schools in Newtown, Mass.
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Mara M'72 named principal of Page Elementary School
The Daily News (Newburyport, Mass.), Feb. 22, 2010: Jack Mara M'72 will become the principal of Page Elementary School in West Newbury, Mass., this June.
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Women's ice hockey skates to victory
The Day, Feb. 21, 2010: Women's ice hockey defeated Wesleyan and men's ice hockey defeated St. Michael's Saturday. This roundup also mentions women's track and field placed 21st at the New England Division III Championships this weekend.
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CBS: Grann '89 recounts final days of lost explorer
CBS News “Sunday Morning,” Feb. 21, 2010: David Grann '89, a staff writer for The New Yorker magazine, recounts the last days of British explorer Col. Percy Harrison Fawcett, who disappeared in the Amazon jungle in 1925 while searching for a lost civilization. Grann is the author of "The Lost City of Z,” which recounts the story. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Tubb '91 recalls breaking Guinness record
Journal Record (Oklahoma City, Okla.), Feb. 18, 2010: Jeremy Tubb '91, an attorney at Crowe & Dunlevy in Oklahoma City, Okla., recalls the highs and lows of breaking the Guinness record for the two-person marathon Frisbee-tossing. Tubb set the record, with John Fischer '91, while they were freshmen at Connecticut College almost 22 years ago.
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Art Professor Barkley Hendricks goes national
The New London Times, Feb. 18, 2010: Art Professor Barkley Hendricks says his art, which earned him the College Art Association’s 2010 Artist Award for a Distinguished Body of Work, "deals with my cultural environment, which was very rich."
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Arboretum is a 'Winter Wonderland'
The Day, Feb. 16, 2010: The Day's Web site highlights Connecticut College's Arboretum in a panorama that shows snow blanketing the ground and trees. An accompanying article explains step-by-step how images of the Arboretum were used to create the panorama.
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Prof. Wong discusses women and sustainability
Grace Magazine, Feb. 16, 2010: In this op-ed, Wei Ying Wong, a Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow in the Goodwin-Niering Center for the Environment, argues that addressing the challenges faced by women across the world is essential to environmental sustainability.
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Prof. Caroleen Sayej links 'Avatar' to the Iraq War
Oxford University Press Blog, Feb. 16, 2010: In this opinion piece, Government Professor Caroleen Sayej and her three co-authors of “The Iraq Papers” point out similarities between the blockbuster movie “Avatar” and the Iraq War. In “Avatar,” the RDA Corporation launches an assault on the planet Pandora, which has a valuable mineral sought by the RDA Corporation. “Both (the RDA Corporation and the United States) employed massive bombardment in a ruthless and brutal plan to quickly demoralize and defeat the opponent's will,” the authors write.
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Knake '01: Al-Qaeda cyberterrorism attack unlikely
Council on Foreign Relations, Feb. 16, 2010: In this op-ed, Robert Knake '01, a principal at Good Harbor Consulting, argues al-Qaeda lacks the desire and the capability to launch a cyberattck on the United States. Still, Knake recommends that in order “to stay ahead of al-Qaeda and other actors, the United States needs to make real investments to bolster the security of its critical infrastructure, starting with government and military systems but extending into the private sector.”
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C-SPAN: Prof. Manion discusses gay rights
C-SPAN, Feb. 14, 2010: Jennifer Manion, assistant professor of history and director of Connecticut College's LBGTQ Resource Center, spoke about gay rights at the American Historical Association's annual conference this January. During the panel discussion, Manion says nearly three dozen Connecticut College students joined a march for gay rights in New Haven, Conn., part of a nationwide effort to protest the decision to overturn gay marriage rights in California. Manion described her students’ “passion, anger and conviction” as being “contagious.”

Highbaugh is named to Waterford Country School board of trustees
The Day, Feb. 14, 2010: The Rev. Claudia Highbaugh, dean of religious and spiritual life, has been named to the board of trustees of the Waterford Country School, which has worked to meet the special needs of children and families at risk for more than 85 years.
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3 Camels set College records this weekend
The Day, Feb. 14, 2010: Men's basketball co-captain Shavar Bernier '10 set the tone for the weekend when he broke the College's record for career 3-pointers. College long jump records were also set by Alex DeShields '12, a member of the men's indoor track team, and Margaret Thayer '10, a member of the women's indoor track team, at invitationals over the weekend. This roundup mentions that men's ice hockey defeated the University of New England and women's ice hockey lost to Hamilton in the second game of a double-header.
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Men's basketball upsets Colby
The Day, Feb. 13, 2010: Men's basketball upset Colby 65-60 in a NESCAC rivalry game, while the women’s team lost to Colby Feb. 12. Women's ice hockey defeated Hamilton in the first game of a double-header, and men's ice hockey defeated the University of Southern Maine Feb. 12.
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Prof. Singer reminisces about 'Catcher in the Rye'
Psychology Today, Feb. 13, 2010: In this blog entry, Psychology Professor Jefferson Singer says the death of J.D. Salinger brought back a distinct and powerful memory of his first reading of J.D. Salinger's “Catcher in the Rye.” “I have to believe that many other readers of my generation share a similar kind of memory,” Singer writes. “It was irresistible for any adolescent with a hint of rebellion.”
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Norwich Bulletin profiles Art Professor Hendricks
Norwich Bulletin, Feb. 12, 2010: Art Professor Barkley Hendricks, winner of the College Art Association's 2010 Artist Award for a Distinguished Body of Work, is well known for his portraits of African-Americans, but he also paints landscapes and works in photography, watercolors and other mediums. “I don’t think Barkley thinks of himself as an African-American painter,” his wife, Susan, said. “He thinks of himself as a painter. He paints people whoever they are — he does paint white people. It's important to him that while other people might discriminate, he doesn't.”
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Emeritus Prof. Burlingame wins 2010 Lincoln Prize
The Day, Feb. 12, 2010: Michael Burlingame, professor emeritus of history, won the 2010 Lincoln Prize for his two-volume biography of Abraham Lincoln, “Abraham Lincoln: A Life” and “Lincoln the Man.” Burlingame will be presented with a $50,000 prize April 27 at the Union League in N.Y.
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The College sees a record number of applicants
North Jersey.com, Feb. 12, 2010: This article about record numbers of applications at colleges across the U.S. mentions Connecticut College had a 10-percent increase this year.
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Music Prof. Duckles advocates early start for music
The Record (Stockton, Calif.), Feb. 12, 2010: Jason Duckles, adjunct assistant professor of music and cellist for the Amelia Piano Trio, advocates introducing youngsters to classical music early and energetically. This article also mentions the classical music trio, which includes violinist Anthea Kreston, adjunct assistant professor of music, and pianist Albert Kim, will perform at the University of the Pacific's Faye Spanos Concert Hall in Stockton, Calif. Feb. 14.
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Dave Godowsky '02 makes his music debut
Boston Globe, Feb. 12, 2010: Dave Godowsky '02 studied poetry at Connecticut College and used poems as inspiration for songs. Eight years later, Godowsky has recorded his debut album, “All You Love is Need.” The article describes the album as “a sublime collection of melancholic chamber-folk meditations that shares little with the Fab Four - except its unerring sense of melodic economy and its ability to transport the listener to a bittersweet daydream.”
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Alesia '98 appointed to Oyster Bay Town Board
Anton Community Newspapers (Mineola, N.Y.), Feb. 12, 2010: Rebecca Alesia '98, an attorney, has been appointed to serve on the Oyster Bay Town Board Feb. 9. Alesia, who was an urban studies major at Connecticut College, plans to preserve the quality of life enjoyed by the town residents.
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3 honored with the College's service awards
The Day, Feb. 11, 2010: William Wuyke, adjunct professor of physical education, director of the fitness center, and head coach of strength and conditioning; the Rev. Claudia Highbaugh, dean of religious and spiritual life; and Jason Cordova '10 were honored with the College's annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service Awards Jan. 29.
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Judge Michael Yavinsky '91 sworn in
Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Feb. 10, 2010: At a ceremony on Feb. 9, Judge Michael Yavinsky '91 was sworn in by Mayor Michael Bloomberg. Yavinsky is serving as a judge in New York City's criminal court.
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MSNBC: Prof. Vyse discusses 13 superstitions
MSNBC, Feb. 9, 2010: Psychology Professor Stuart Vyse discusses the origins of 13 enduring superstitions. “Superstitions give us a feeling of control when we may not actually have control,” he said. “They bring about the sense that you're at least doing something.”
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Huffington Post: Prof. Downs says history links U.S. and Haiti
Huffington Post, Feb. 9, 2010: In this op-ed, Jim Downs, assistant professor of history and American Studies, writes that a shared history between Haiti and the U.S. forever links the two countries. “Recognizing the important historical connections between our two countries can help counter claims that Americans do not have an obligation to be so invested in the relief efforts,” Downs said.
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Porter '12 named NESCAC Co-Player of the Week
The Day, Feb. 9, 2010: Men's basketball player Demetrius Porter '12 has been named New England Small College Athletic Conference Co-Player of the Week. Porter scored a career high 33 points on Feb. 1, the most points scored by a Camel in a single game since 2006.
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Camels swim to success this weekend
The Day, Feb. 8, 2010: Men's and women's swimming defeated Bates, and the women also notched a win over Wellesley this weekend. In men's indoor track, Alex Samma '10 won the triple jump and Brenner Green '12 won the 5,000 meters at the Tufts University Invitational this weekend.
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Ice hockey teams defeat NESCAC rivals
The Day, Feb. 7, 2010: Men's ice hockey defeated Wesleyan 3-2 and women's ice hockey defeated Williams 5-2. This article also mentions men's and women's basketball lost to Wesleyan.
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Miller '12 says spring looks promising for sailing
Bermuda Sun, Feb. 5, 2010: In this article, Peter Miller '12, a member of the sailing team, says the fall was a period of rebuilding for the team, which graduated many senior members last year. Miller says he is looking forward to the spring season, when the Camels host the New England Dinghy Championships.
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Remondi '84 lobbies to save jobs in the student loan industry
New York Times, Feb. 5, 2010: John Remondi '84, vice chairman and chief financial officer of Sallie Mae, the nation’s largest student lender, is quoted in this article about lobbying efforts to halt a Congressional overhaul of the student loan business. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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OnStage at Connecticut College has dual focus
The Day, Feb. 4, 2010: At Friday's onStage at Connecticut College event, Kinodance Company will preview “New London Calling,” a film featuring New London Dual Language Arts Academy students, and perform “Denizen,” a live dance piece accompanied by film shot in Armenia.
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'Romeo and Juliet' comes to the College
The Day, Feb. 4, 2010: OnStage at Connecticut College will present The Acting Company and Guthrie Theater's “Romeo and Juliet” Feb. 10 at 8 p.m. in Palmer Auditorium. This article says the play “is one of the most influential” stories ever told.
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O'Gorman '11 nominated for humanitarian award
Madison County Courier (Madison County, N.Y.), Feb. 3, 2010: Women's ice hockey player Brigid O'Gorman '11 is one of the 18 college hockey players nominated for the Hockey Humanitarian Award. The finalists will be announced later this month.
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Vice President Hammond helps celebrate new Sleep Center
The Resident, Feb. 3, 2010: Ulysses Hammond, vice president for administration at Connecticut College and chairman of the board of directors of Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, celebrated the opening of the hospital’s new Sleep Center on Jan. 20. “A lot of great thought and planning has gone into this. They can meet the needs here of anyone, no matter what type of sleep disorder they may have,” Hammond said. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Handley '48 made Connecticut 'so much better'
New Haven Register, Feb. 3, 2010: In this opinion piece, Barbara L. Pearce, president and CEO of H. Pearce Co. Realtors, says the state of Connecticut is “so much better” because of Jean M. Handley '48, a former chair of the Connecticut College board of trustees. Handley, who died in January, had a long career in business and public service in the state.
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Sullivan believes in the benefits of CRM
Currents, Feb. 2010: In this article, Joan Sullivan, assistant director of advancement, says she believes in the benefits of customer relationship management, computer technology that carries out communications strategy by gathering, storing and tracking information on constituents. It also mentions that the College has developed an online community where constituents can update information.

Prof. Chrisler discusses body image in Self
Self Magazine, February, 2010: Psychology Professor Joan Chrisler is quoted in the February issue of Self Magazine in a multi-sectioned story that reports on results of a survey about women's body image. In each section of the story, Chrisler comments on the ways in which body image affects women. “If you feel good about your body, you'll want to take care of it. The more care you take of it, the happier you'll end up feeling,” Chrisler says.
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Prof. Hendricks to accept national art award
The Day, Jan. 31, 2010: Art Professor Barkley Hendricks will accept the College Art Association's 2010 Artist Award for a Distinguished Body of Work Feb. 10 in Chicago, Ill. The association said his work "transformed how African Americans saw themselves, and how they were seen."
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Juneja '12 and Grant '12 discuss a local art show
The Day, Jan. 31, 2010: Aditi Juneja '12 and Canissa Grant '12 are quoted in this article about Hygienic Art XXXI, the Hygienic's 31st annual winter art show.
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Men's basketball defeats Tufts with buzzer-beater
The Day, Jan. 31, 2010: Rob Harrigan '13 made a game-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer to give men's basketball an 83-81 win over Tufts University Jan. 30.
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Beatrice Biira '08 on how a goat changed her life
Fox News' Fox & Friends Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010: Beatrice Biira '08, a native of Uganda, discussed how a goat she received through Heifer International enabled her family to send her to school and make connections that ultimately enabled her to attend Connecticut College.
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Men's ice hockey defeats Skidmore
The Day, Jan. 30, 2010: Men's ice hockey erupted for five goals in the third period to come from behind and defeat Skidmore College 6-3 Jan. 29. Women's ice hockey also defeated Castleton State Jan. 31.
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Ounsworth '00 discusses his new solo album
Nola, Jan. 29, 2010: Alec Ounsworth '00, front man for the Indie-rock group Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, discusses “Mo Beauty,” his new solo album that is heavily influenced by New Orleans. This article also mentions that Ounsworth formed “Clap Your Hands” with his Connecticut College roommate in 2004, and since then the group has issued two full-length studio albums and an iTunes-only live album.
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Professor Hendricks' work influences young artists
Houston Chronicle, Jan. 29, 2010: Art Professor Barkley Hendricks' “frank” and “provocative” artwork captures the lives of African Americans and Latino Americans during the 1960s and 1970s and has influenced young artists like Kehinde Wiley and Jeff Sonhouse. Hendricks' influence, according to the article, has spread along with the success of his traveling exhibit, “Birth of the Cool,” which is now at the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston.
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Students disprove the 5-second rule
Martha Stewart Living Radio's Morning Living, Jan. 28, 2010: An experiment by Connecticut College students proved it takes more than 5 seconds for bacteria from a floor to contaminate some types of food, such as Skittles.
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The College exhibits Lynch's 'Visual Inquiries'
Yankee Magazine, Jan. 27, 2010: Connecticut College's Art Department is exhibiting Frederick Lynch’s “Visual Inquiries,” an exhibition featuring works that incorporate the painter’s abstract vision of nature, in the galleries of the College's Cummings Arts Center Jan. 26 – Feb. 26.
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Sara Widzer '02 inspired by Anna Strasberg
Back Stage, Jan. 27, 2010: Sara Widzer '02, a teacher at the Lee Strasberg Theater & Film Institute, discusses how Anna Strasberg, a friend of the College, inspired Widzer during a weeklong Theater Department course. “Anna came and inspired each of us to strive for greatness,” Widzer said.
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Prof. says even Ivy Leaguers can't manage money
The Motley Fool, Jan. 26, 2010: This article discusses the research from Psychology Professor Stuart Vyse's book, “Going Broke: Why Americans Can't Hold on to Their Money.” Vyse's book is based on a number of studies, many of them targeting Ivy League students, that reveal a plethora of everyday financial errors.
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Students prove it is really the 30-second rule
WDIV-TV's Local 4 News (Detroit, Mich.), Jan. 26, 2010: The research of two Connecticut College biology students found that it takes 30 seconds, not five seconds, for bacteria to contaminate food that has been dropped on the floor.
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O'Neil '93 is named executive director of a YMCA
The Salem News (Salem, Mass.), Jan. 26, 2010: Meegan O’Neil '93 will become the executive director of the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA, the organization's flagship site in Massachusetts, Feb. 1.
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Professor Hendricks wins national art award
Philadelphia Inquirer, Jan. 26, 2010: This article about new leadership at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts mentions Art Professor Barkley Hendricks has been awarded the College Art Association's 2010 Artist Award for a Distinguished Body of Work. Hendricks was one of the few African American students to attend the Academy during the 1960s, according to the article.
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Students' research validates the five-second rule
Los Angeles Times, Jan. 25, 2010: Two Connecticut College biology students researched the five-second rule and concluded that it is safe to eat food that has been on the floor for up to 30 seconds. Their results inspired the chart included in this article, “You Dropped Food on the Floor. Do You Eat It?”
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The College receives a record number of applications
The Day, Jan. 25, 2010: Connecticut College received a record number of applications for the Class of 2014, with more than 5,200 applications, which is a 10 percent increase from last year. Amy Martin, manager of media relations, said the College has made many efforts to attract students from all over the country through recruitment programs and expanded publicity. The article also mentions the College made submitting SAT and ACT scores optional this year.
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Mandel '09 highlights the College's silverpoint exhibition
Arts Editor, Jan. 25, 2010: In this feature article about silverpoint, a traditional drawing technique, author Elizabeth Mandel '09 highlights Connecticut College's recent silverpoint exhibition.
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Prof. Vyse discusses why Americans go broke
KGO-AM 810's Consumer Talk with Michael Finney (San Francisco, Calif.), Jan. 24, 2010: Psychology Professor Stuart Vyse, the author of “Going Broke: Why Americans Can't Hold On To Their Money," discusses the psychology behind Americans' spending habits. “We all like to believe that we are smart shoppers, but it's very hard to avoid temptation,” Vyse says.
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Men's and women's swimming defeat Wesleyan
The Day, Jan. 24, 2010: Men's and women's swimming defeated Wesleyan Jan. 23. In other sports news this weekend, Alex Samma '10, a men's indoor track team member, won the triple jump at the Wheaton College Invitational.
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Moon '93 to launch 'A Winter's Tale
Seacoast Online (Maine and N.H.), Jan. 24, 2010: Michelle Moon '93 and Steve Johnson, her business partner, will launch "A Winter's Tale," a spoken word series, this month. The storytelling event, a take-off on N.H. Public Radio's "The Moth Radio Hour," will benefit Seacoast Local's (H)EAT campaign.
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Pieper '86 to exhibit paintings in Wilton, Conn.
Connecticut Plus, Jan. 22, 2010: Wendy DeMaiorebus Pieper '86 and other members of ArtWhirl, a group of accomplished Connecticut artists, will exhibit their works in the Wilton Library Feb. 5.
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The College receives $100,000 in grants to restore steel house
WFSB's Channel 3 (Hartford, Conn.), Jan. 22, 2010: Channel 3 reports from campus that the College has received $100,000 in grants to renovate the College's historic Steel House.
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The College sponsors Holocaust teacher workshop
The Hartford Courant, Jan. 22, 2010: Connecticut College's Center for the Comparative Study of Race and Ethnicity and the Department of Religious Studies are sponsoring “The Holocaust and Genocide: Preparing to Teach - Preparing to Act,” a teacher workshop designed for both new and experienced teachers of social studies, English, civics and humanities, Feb. 24.
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The College receives grant to restore historic building
The Day, Jan. 22, 2010: Connecticut College has received a $100,000 grant to continue with the next phase of renovations to the College's historic Steel House.
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Melillo '04 discusses dolphin project
The Day, Jan. 21, 2010: Kelly Melillo '04 discusses the Dolphin Communication Project, a non-profit organization that will provide students at Stonington's Pine Point School and Williams School the opportunity to study dolphins in their natural habitat. "I think that as students go through this program, they see the connection between what they are learning in their classrooms and how broad topics are applied to something very specific," Melillo said.
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Women's ice hockey scores another win
The Day, Jan. 20, 2010: Women's ice hockey defeated Plymouth State University Jan. 19. The team has won its last three home games.
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Swimmer Grant Moryan '10 makes a splash
The Alternative Press (N.J.), Jan. 20, 2010: Men's swimmer Grant Moryan '10 is pictured diving off the block. Moryan won the 50 and 100 yard freestyle, which helped his team defeat the University of Maine and Southern Connecticut State University Jan. 17.
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Nile Russell '04 to dance with Pilobolus
Broadway World, Jan. 19, 2010: Nile Russell '04 will perform with Pilobolus, an innovative dance company, at the University of Minnesota Feb. 12 - 13.
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Shavar Bernier '10 scores 1,000th point
Foster's Daily Democrat (Southeast N.H. and Southern Maine), Jan. 18, 2010: Men's basketball player Shavar Bernier '10 scored his 1,000th point Jan. 15. Men's basketball and women's basketball also saw success over the holiday weekend with wins over Mitchell College Jan. 18.
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Men's swimming wins tri-meet
The Day, Jan. 18, 2010: Men's swimming defeated Southern Connecticut State University and the University of Maine Jan. 17. Women's swimming also defeated the University of Maine Jan. 17.
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Boston Globe profiles men's basketball captain Brian Mahoney '12
Boston Globe, Nov. 18, 2010: Brian Mahoney '12 has been named captain of the Connecticut College men's basketball team by coach Tom Satran. "He's just the kind of player you would want as your lead guard: unselfish and intelligent," Satran said. The team plays its first game tomorrow at the two-day Keene State Tournament.
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Prof. Dorfman is part of emerging music scene
New York Times, Jan. 17, 2010: Dance Professor David Dorfman '81, who chairs of the dance department and doubles as a saxophonist in a local ensemble, discusses the string of successes in New London's music scene.
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Tarantal '01 is featured in NYT wedding section
New York Times, Jan. 17, 2010: Erika Tarantal '01, a reporter and anchor in New York for WNBC-TV, was featured in The New York Times wedding section. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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May '75 helps find a cure for breast cancer
New York Times, Jan. 16, 2010: After overcoming breast cancer, Trish May '75 left her job at Microsoft to start Athena Partners, a company that raises money for cancer research and education through its products. Her annual goal is to donate $1 million. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Professor Burger '85 wins Cherry Teaching Award
Waco Tribune-Herald (Waco, Texas), Jan. 15, 2010: The innovation and humor of Edward Burger '85, professor of mathematics at Williams College, earned him the 2010 Baylor University's Robert Foster Cherry Award for Great Teaching. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Prof. Goodwin's legacy of conservation lives on
The Hartford Courant, Jan. 15, 2010: This article mentions that the late Professor Richard Goodwin helped create a 1,122-acre preserve in East Haddam, Conn., and co-founded The Nature Conservancy, a group that has protected more than 119 million acres of land. The author says, “The preserve is more than a place that protects a watershed. It's a tribute to a man who transformed not only The Nature Conservancy, but also this little corner of East Haddam he called home.”
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Prof. Chrisler discusses the effects of mental abuse
AOL's That's Fit, Jan. 15, 2010: This story about a proposed law in France that could make it illegal to mentally abuse a loved one quotes Joan Chrisler, the Class of '43 Professor of Psychology. “Most physical abusers also abuse their partners psychologically, primarily through a pattern of insulting and demeaning comments," she said.
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Prof. Canton discusses immigration and Dr. King
Los Angeles Times, Jan. 14, 2010: In this Associated Press story, David Canton, associate professor of history and director of the College's Center for the Comparative Study of Race and Ethnicity, discusses how the efforts of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and others in the civil rights movement created a political atmosphere in the 1960s that helped those who were trying to change U.S. immigration laws.
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Kaye '92 says we can make a difference
The Huffington Post, Jan. 14, 2010: Terry Kaye '92, founder of The Saralee and Carol Foundation, an organization that helps women receive cancer treatment, pens an op-ed urging others to support such organizations as Americans wait for meaningful health care reform. “If each of us can make a little difference, imagine what we can do together,” Kaye says. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Coach Wilson is 'properly prepared' for the season
Worcester Telegram and Gazette, Jan. 13, 2010: Women's Basketball Coach Brian Wilson, formerly an assistant coach at Holy Cross, talks about his new team and upcoming games against New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) opponents, some of which are considered the strongest Division III teams in nation.
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Men's basketball beats Coast Guard Academy
The Day, Jan. 12, 2010: Down by one point with one minute left, the men's basketball team rallied to defeat the Coast Guard Academy by a final score of 64-61. The team has won five of its last seven games.
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Shavar Bernier '10 is Mr. Connecticut College
The Day, Jan. 12, 2010: In this profile piece, Men's Basketball Coach Tom Satran '94 calls Shavar Bernier '10, “the best kid I've ever coached.” Bernier, who worked construction to pay his way through prep school, chose to attend Connecticut College because of the basketball program and the “homey feel” of campus.
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Capuano '11 is named hockey player of the week
The Day, Jan. 12, 2010: Joe Capuano '11 had three goals and one assist in two games this weekend, earning him the honor of being named New England Small College Athletic Conference Men's Ice Hockey Player of the Week.
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Students offer ideas for Fort Trumbull
The Day, Jan. 11, 2010: Landscape architectural design studio students developed theoretical ideas for an interim public space at Fort Trumbull under the guidance of Eric Kramer, visiting instructor of art history and architectural studies. “What we talked about in class was the idea to find ways to return the land to New London, so people can use it," Kramer said.
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Prof. Noreen helps All Souls celebrate 100 years
The Day, Jan. 11, 2010: Rebecca Noreen, adjunct professor of music, helped organize a concert to celebrate All Souls Universalist Unitarian Congregation's 100th year in New London, selecting music that was popular when the church first opened. "It was a real turning point within American music," Noreen said. "Globally, there were so many different things happening and people were becoming more aware. That's why we did (Igor) Stravinsky and (Claude) Debussy." This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Bard '68 unearths clues about ancient Egypt�s sea trade
The Boston Globe, Jan. 11, 2010: Kathryn Bard '68, associate professor of archaeology at Boston University, is on an archeological dig at Egypt’s Wadi Gawasis, where she is uncovering remnants linked to Egypt's sea trade. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Professor Jennifer Manion speaks at conference
The Chronicle of Higher Education, Jan. 10, 2010: Jennifer Manion, assistant professor of history and director of Connecticut College’s LBGTQ Resource Center, spoke at the American Historical Association's annual conference. Manion spoke about Proposition 8, which banned same-sex marriage in California. The session was part of a "miniconference" on topics related to same-sex marriage organized in response to protests surrounding the event, which was held in a hotel owned by a prominent supporter of Proposition 8.
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History News Network posts video of Prof. Manion
History News Network, Jan. 9, 2010: Jennifer Manion, assistant professor of history and director of Connecticut College's LBGTQ Resource Center, delivered a speech on gay rights and recommendations on how historians can help the LBGTQ community overcome marginalization. “Recognizing LBGTQ history essential to the narrative of US history rather than marginal, incorporating it into courses in thoughtful ways, committing yourself to reading at least one new LBGTQ history monograph each year, supporting junior colleagues who teach LBGTQ content, taking job candidates with LBGTQ dissertations seriously as general scholars are all powerful steps that you can take to stand against the long standing marginalization and suppression of the LBGTQ past,” Manion said.
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Men's ice hockey delivers another win
The Day, Jan. 9, 2010: Men’s ice hockey player Joe Capuano ’11 scored two goals to help the team defeat UMass-Boston Jan. 8.
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Swimming defeats Grinnell College
The Day, Jan. 8 2010: The men's and women's teams swam to victory against Grinnell College Jan. 7. Women's basketball also defeated Eastern Nazarene College Jan. 7.
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Women's and men's ice hockey gain momentum
The Day, Jan. 7, 2010: Women's ice hockey players Ariel DiPasquale '13 and Celia Medeiros '11 both scored goals in a win against Nichols Jan. 6. Men's ice hockey was also successful this past week, defeating the Milwaukee School of Engineering Jan. 3.
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Loebel-Fried '09 helps New York district attorney
New York Times, Jan. 6, 2010: Zachary Loebel-Fried '09, an analyst at the New York County District Attorney's Office, is helping the new district attorney, Cyrus R. Vance Jr., transition into his position. Loebel-Fried assisted in designing Vance's signature, which will appear on several legal documents. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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New York Times features Dean Merrill '84
New York Times, Jan. 6, 2010: Martha Merrill '84, dean of admission and financial aid, is featured in the New York Times "The Choice" blog with advice for parents on how to help their students navigate the later stages of the admission process. "Parents can help prepare students for the college transition - and for life as adults - by gently guiding them through this process and allowing them to take ownership of admission decisions," Merrill says.
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Men's basketball defeats Hamilton
The Day, Jan. 6, 2010: The impressive performances of men's basketball players Dean Lampe '11 and Demetrius Porter '12 helped the team defeat Hamilton and earn its fifth win of the season.
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Allison Hooper '81 gives advice on cheese
Chicago Tribune, Dec. 30, 2009: Allison Hooper '81, co-founder of the Vermont Butter & Cheese Creamery, gives advice on how to make serving cheese on boards less intimidating. “Get a cheese started,” she advises. “I think it's OK to cut up some of the cheese so it’s a little more inviting.” This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Lindberg P'09 helps athletes find the right college
Pioneer Press (Chicago, Ill.), Dec. 29, 2009: Former Connecticut College swimmer Catherine Lindberg '09 was Scott Lindberg's first RecruitU2.com client. Lindberg's company helped his daughter to be recruited by 72 schools, and she eventually decided to attend and swim for Connecticut College.
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Francoeur '90 separates birds and airplanes
New York Times, Jan. 3, 2009: Laura Francoeur '90, the chief wildlife biologist for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, helps shoo away birds on JFK International Airport’s runway and helps prevent them from flying into planes. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Marie Claire: Milliken '94 discusses MS
Marie Claire, January, 2010: Kate Milliken '94 appears to have beaten a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that can cause paralysis. “My story is controversial. People worry that I'll spread false hope,” she said. “All I know is that the doctors diagnosed it, and I have the before-and-after MRI scans to prove that a lesion had come and gone.”
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College research supports the five-second rule
KDKA-AM (Pittsburgh, Pa.), Jan. 1, 2010: This story mentions results from the “five-second rule” experiment directed by Biology Professor Anne Bernhard, which showed that no bacteria were present on foods that had remained on the floor for up to 30 seconds.
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Willis '09 hopes to qualify for the Olympics
The Day, Dec. 30, 2009: Former Connecticut College sailor Bob Willis '09 hopes to qualify for the London games as a windsurfer, and is planning to ask local sponsors to support his endeavor. The article also mentions that he decided to attend Connecticut College because of its reputation for strong academics and excellent sailing program.
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Constantine '99 creates presidential playing cards
The Westerly Sun, Dec. 30, 2009: Geoffrey Constantine '99 created “The Presidents Playing Cards,” which feature photographs and facts about 44 presidents, and Al Gore and Samuel J. Tilden as jokers.
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Prof. Singer discusses first experiences' power
Psychology Today, Dec. 28, 2009: Psychology Professor Jefferson Singer discusses the impact of the first heartbreak and explains how “the early-life memory bump” causes people to be able to recall events that occur in their teens and early 20s better than events that occur later on in their lives. "The best way to break free of living in the past is to get focused on the present and the future," Singer recommends.
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Connecticut College adopts an SAT optional policy
KCAL- TV (Los Angeles, Calif.), Dec. 28, 2009: Connecticut College and several other colleges, including Fairfield University and Sacred Heart University, have made the SAT optional, arguing the test is not a good predictor of collegiate success.
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Professor Canton pens op-ed
Norwich Bulletin, Dec. 28, 2009: In this opinion piece, History Professor David Canton discusses African-Americans' consumer power and argues that African-Americans should support black-owned businesses this holiday season. “African-Americans must take time to understand our history, consumer power and how to create wealth,” Canton urges.
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Attorney Gregory '94 is named a 'Rising Star'
The Day, Dec. 27, 2009: Yona Gregory '94, a New London real estate attorney, is named a “Rising Star” in the 2009 edition of New England Super Lawyers.
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Professor Askins explains how birds stay warm
WPKT-FM (Hartford, Conn.), Dec. 24, 2009: In this WNPR interview, Biology Professor Robert Askins explains how birds’ feathers provide a kind of adjustable blanket, which keep them warm during the winter.
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Connecticut College celebrates Festivus
NBC Connecticut, Dec. 23, 2009: Connecticut College celebrates Festivus, the “Seinfield” tradition that includes an aluminum pole instead of a Christmas tree and the “airing of the grievances” and “feats of strength,” as its annual student holiday party.
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Gittleman '71 publishes new nutrition book
Coeur D'Alene Press (Coeur D’Alene, Idaho), Dec. 20, 2009: Ann Louise Gittleman '71 recently published her 30th nutrition and diet book, “Fat Flush for Life.” “I think it’s being authentic and true to my message,” she says of her success.
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Carpenter '89 is the new director of a yacht club
Wicked Local (Eastern Mass.), Dec. 16, 2009: Brad Carpenter '89 is the new director of the Pleon Yacht Club, a club where he coached sailing during a summer off from Connecticut College.
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'Christmas Vespers' draws a large crowd
The Day, Dec. 17, 2009: This photo shows the Rev. Carolyn Patierno lighting candles as she walks down the aisle of a crowded Harkness Chapel during “Christmas Vespers: A Service of Lessons and Carols” Dec. 16.
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Claire Gaudiani '66 encourages philanthropy
The Wilson Daily Times (Wilson, N.C.), Dec. 16, 2009: Former Connecticut College President Claire Gaudiani '66 argues in her book, “How Philanthropy Drives the American Economy and Can Save Capitalism,” that the government cannot afford to provide all services and charity is needed to help fix several of nation's problems.
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Katie Karlson '13 earns NESCAC swimming honor
Wicked Local (Eastern Mass.), Dec. 16, 2009: Freshman Katie Karlson's impressive performance in the 200-yard breaststroke, which set a Connecticut College record, earned her the honor of NESCAC women's swimming performer of the week. “She has tremendous potential and we are extremely excited to have her with us for the next four years,” Swimming Coach Marc Benvenuti says.
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'Black Athena' scholar to lecture at the College
The Day, Dec. 14, 2009: Mary Lefkowitz, Professor of Classics Emerita at Wellesley best known for her role in the “Black Athena” controversy, will discuss her decision to challenge theories that ancient Greek democracy, philosophy and science are African in origin Dec.14 at 4:30 p.m. in Blaustein 210.
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Downs examines 'Precious' in Chronicle op-ed
The Chronicle of Higher Education, Dec. 13, 2009: Jim Downs, assistant professor of history, discusses “Precious,” a recently released film about an abused and illiterate African-American teenager living in Harlem in 1987. “Viewers of this film without a solid understanding of how racism works must be accompanied by a historian,” Downs warns.
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O'Connor '81 pens op-ed about Pfizer facility
The Day, Dec. 13, 2009: Peter O'Connor '81, director of real estate and asset development in the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, writes about Pfizer's New London facility in this op-ed. “The first time I saw the Pfizer campus in New London I thought: That is just . . . horrible,” O'Connor says. “Pfizer's facility…has no connection to its site, no connection to the city, no connection to the community. And that is what makes it so easy to abandon.”
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Professor Vyse discusses 'The Life You Can Save'
The Providence Journal, Dec. 12, 2009: Psychology Professor Stuart Vyse writes about “The Life You Can Save: Acting Now To End World Poverty,” by Princeton Professor Peter Singer, in this op-ed. Vyse writes that he was motivated to donate two percent of his income to charity after reading Singer's book. Vyse also mentions that Singer gave a talk at Connecticut College this fall.
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A goat changed the life of Beatrice Biira '08
AllAfrica, Dec. 11, 2009: When Beatrice Biira '08 was 9 years old, her Ugandan village received a goat through Heifer International, which enabled her family to save enough money to send her school. Biira, the author of “Beatrice’s Goat” is now pursuing her masters at the Clinton School of Public Service, and is encouraging Ugandan women to start small businesses.
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Sen. Handley '58 to retire from Conn. State Senate
The Hartford Courant, Dec. 11, 2009: Conn. State Senator Mary Ann Handley '58 announced she will not seek re-election. “I truly believe that I have helped improve people’s lives, but I'm 73 years old, and the legislature ceased being a part-time body a long time ago,” Handley explains.
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Ulysses Hammond to chair board of L&M Hospital
The Day, Dec. 11, 2009: Ulysses Hammond, vice president for administration at Connecticut College, was elected to serve as the board of directors chairman of Lawrence & Memorial Hospital. He is the first African-American to hold the top post on the board.
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Coach Ward discusses the remainder of the season
U.S. College Hockey Online, Dec. 10, 2009: Coach Jim Ward is optimistic that men's ice hockey will end the season on a high note, despite the team's 1 – 6 record. “It’s the end of the first period,” Ward explains. “This group has been here before so I am confident that we will figure it out and play better and create more scoring opportunities.” The author of this article also adds, “The pieces are all there for the Camels so it’s just a matter of putting them together.”
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Women's and men's basketball post more wins
The Day, Dec. 10, 2009: Women's basketball player Rita Holak '10 scored 13 points to help the team defeat Pine Manor College Dec. 9. Women's basketball also defeated Roger Williams Dec. 8, and Men's basketball defeated Wheaton College Dec. 8.
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Dreyer recommends cutting down diseased trees
The Day, Dec. 7, 2009: Glenn Dreyer, director of the arboretum, is recommending the town of Stonington cut down 34 large trees that are dead or diseased. Dreyer was asked to study the trees after residents were upset when another study recommended cutting down 23 trees. The town will hold a forum on the tree-cutting proposal at the Stonington Community Center Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m.
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Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving defeat Coast Guard
The Day, Dec. 7, 2009: Freshman Katie Karlson's impressive 200 breaststroke, which set a Connecticut College record, helped Women’s Swimming defeat the Coast Guard Academy Dec. 5. Women's Ice Hockey also tied Colby Dec. 5.
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Sarah Lane '03 to play in charity lacrosse match
Darien Times (Darien, Conn.), Dec. 7, 2009: Sarah Lane '03 will play in Darien High School's alumni charity lacrosse match to raise money to bring “Christmas cheer” to children with cancer at Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City.
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Women's and Men's Basketball post wins
The Day, Dec. 6, 2009: Women's Basketball players Jennifer Shinall '12, Emily Cummings '10 and Tory Verrengia '11 helped the team defeat Saint Joseph College Dec. 5. Men's Basketball defeated John Jay Dec. 5.
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Pessin discusses 'The 60-Second Philosopher'
WBZ-AM's The Jordan Rich Show (Boston, Mass.), Dec. 5, 2009: Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin discusses his latest book, “The 60-Second Philosopher” in this live interview. “The idea of the book is to present, in very short accessible chapters, the more interesting ideas and concepts of philosophy,” Pessin said.
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Davis-Hollander '77 develops integrative health program
The Advocate (Berkshire, Mass.), Dec. 2, 2009: Wellness coach Lawrence Davis-Hollander '77 and his wife, Margo, are launching “What is Wellness,” an integrative health program that incorporates physical training, wellness coaching, nutritional guidance, mental health and holistic medicine.
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Women's Basketball wins season's first home game
The Day, Dec. 2, 2009: With 1.4 seconds left in the team's first home game of the year, Women's Basketball player Jennifer Shinall '12 scored the team's winning basket to defeat Western Connecticut State University by one point.
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Six Connecticut College student-athletes honored
The Day, Dec. 1, 2009: Six Connecticut College student-athletes, David Aigler '11, Meg Christman '10, Thomas Giblin '10, Colleen MacPhee '10, Kelsey Fredericks '10 and Jessica Roeder '10, were named to the New England Small College Athletic Conference Fall All-Sportsmanship Team.
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Students walk in the rain at Connecticut College
The Day, Dec. 1, 2009: This photo captures students walking in the rain on the Connecticut College campus Nov. 30.
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Professor Lopez discusses health care and Latinos
La Opinion (Los Angeles), Dec. 1, 2009: Economics Professor Monika Lopez comments on a recent poll that reveals the majority of Latinos wants the government to be active in daily issues, including health care. Lopez says, “Many Latinos believe health care is a right, a public good, not a privilege, and come from poorer nations that, nevertheless, offer universal health insurance and that have managed to keep their health care costs better contained.” La Opinion is the most read Spanish-language newspaper in the United States and the second most read paper in Los Angeles, Calif.
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The Conn Chords and Patierno participate in World AIDS Day
The Day, Dec. 1, 2009: The Conn Chords, a Connecticut College a cappella group, performed and Rev. Carolyn Patierno, a Connecticut College chaplain, led the prayer at the Alliance for Living's World AIDS Day walk and vigil in downtown New London Dec. 1.
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The Atlantic names 'Abraham Lincoln: A Life' one of the year's best books
The Atlantic, Dec., 2009: “Abraham Lincoln: A Life” by Professor Emeritus of History Michael Burlingame was named one of the top five books of the year by Atlantic literary editor Benjamin Schwarz. “This is the life of Lincoln for our times,” Schwarz says.
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Soprano Elizabeth Kinder '11 makes her debut
The Day, Nov. 30, 2009: Soprano Elizabeth Kinder '11 made her debut as a principal with the Connecticut Lyric Opera in Donizetti's opera, “L'Elisir d'Amore,” at Garde Arts Center Nov. 28. The reviewer says Kinder “had a fine stage presence” and anchored the chorus.
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Haley Bonenfant '13 receives scholarship
Wicked Local (Eastern Mass.), Nov. 24, 2009: Haley Bonenfant '13 was surprised to find out that she was awarded the Experian College Scholarship Award. The neuroscience major thought Experian “might prefer students studying business.”
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Pulitzer Prize-Winner at Connecticut College Dec. 2
The Day, Nov. 29, 2009: The author of this article finds Junot Díaz's Pulitzer Prize winning book, “The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao” to be “a hysterical, heart-shredding and astoundingly ambitious work.” In a similar article Nov. 26, Diaz answers five questions about his work. He will participate in a book reading and signing at Connecticut College Dec. 2.
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23 students are named to NESCAC All-Academic teams
The Day, Nov. 28, 2009: 23 student-athletes were named to the 2009 NESCAC Fall All-Academic Team. Men's swimmer Tim Walsh '12 was also named NESCAC Men's Performer of the Week.
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Donald Blevins elected to serve as CABE president
The Day, Nov. 26, 2009: Donald Blevins, an information services technician at Connecticut College, was elected to serve as president of the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education.
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Women's Field Hockey's Abby Hine '10 honored
The Day, Nov. 26, 2009: Women's Field Hockey's Abby Hine '10 was named to the National Field Hockey Coaches' Association Division III All-Region Team and the New England West Region Squad.
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Connecticut College students discredit an urban legend
Tufts Daily, Nov. 23, 2009: Connecticut College students conducted research to test the five-second rule, and found that no bacteria were present on the foods that had remained on the floor for 30 seconds.
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Steph Quinn '10 ends on a high note
The Boston Globe, Nov. 22, 2009: Field Hockey goalie Steph Quinn '10 is ranked third in the NESCAC and 32nd in the nation with an average of eight saves per game. “Steph was a tremendous asset to our program,” Coach Debbie Lavigne says. Quinn's teammates, Kelsey Nickerson '13 and Hanna Wagner '12, are also mentioned in this article.
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Basketball and Swimming start the season strong
The Day, Nov. 22, 2009: Men's Basketball player Shavar Bernier '10 scored 28 points to help the team defeat John Jay College. Women's Basketball’s Jennifer Shinall '12 also helped lead her team to a win over Mount Ida in the season-opener. Men's Swimming defeated Middlebury and Women's Swimming defeated Tufts this past weekend. Men's and Women's hockey both lost games on Friday and Saturday.
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Vyse discusses 2012 doomsday superstitions
The Scranton Times Tribune, Nov. 22, 2009: Psychology Professor Stuart Vyse discusses 2012 doomsday superstitions. He says, “2012 is a fear-based superstition,” and is not based on science or fact. Vyse also warns that “living in fear is not healthy.”
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Boston Globe quotes Professors Askins and Dreyer
The Boston Globe, Nov. 22, 2009: Biology Professor Robert Askins and Glenn Dreyer, director of the arboretum, discuss how high-voltage power wires actually help save some rare animal species. Askins's research suggests that wider corridors help threatened shrubland bird species more than narrow ones. “It is hard to explain to conservation groups that (species) are being saved in the most unpopular and disturbed kinds of landscapes,” Askins says.
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Coach Ward has high hopes for upcoming season
U.S. College Hockey Online, Nov. 20, 2009: Men's Ice Hockey Coach Jim Ward says the team's upcoming season may be its most competitive to date. “We are certainly more experienced and every group the past three seasons has continued to improve and do something the previous team had not achieved,” he said
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Connecticut College athletes honored
The Day, Nov. 20, 2009: David Aigler '11, Colleen MacPhee '10, Kelsey Fredericks '10, Meg Christman '10, Thomas Giblin '10 and Jessica Roeder '10 were named to the New England Small College Athletic Conference All-Sportsmanship teams. Marissa DeMais '11 and Amy Newman '12 also received honorable mention honors on the American Volleyball Coaches Association All-America team.
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Macca '95 becomes Mitchell's head women's basketball coach
The Day, Nov. 19, 2009: Bern Macca '95, formerly Mitchell's sports information director, has been named Mitchell's head women's basketball coach. She is still the third-leading scorer in Connecticut College's Women's Basketball history.
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Dorfman '81 presents 'Dance To the Music/Every Body Is'
Smith College's Grecourt Gate News, Nov. 19, 2009: Dance Professor David Dorfman '81 presents "Dance To the Music/Every Body Is" in Smith College’s most anticipated dance event this season Nov. 19–22. His piece is full of energy, and is set to music by Sly and The Family Stone and Above/Below.
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Three Men's Water Polo players honored
Palos Verdes Peninsula News (Palos Verdes, Calif.), Nov. 19, 2009: Men's Water Polo player Sam Mitchell '12 has been named to the Division III Eastern Championship All-tournament team’s first team. Mitchell scored 15 goals in a 2-2 weekend for the team. His teammates, Brendan Kempf '10 and Sam Burns '13, received second team honors.
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Davey '10 and Prophet '11 reunite at Connecticut College
The Telegraph (Nashua, N.H.), Nov. 18, 2009: Women's Soccer and Ice Hockey player Erin Davey '10 and Men's Soccer and Tennis player Trevor Prophet '11 began their friendship on the soccer field when they were 7 years old, but went their separate ways for high school. Both unknowingly selected Connecticut College and found each other again. Both now play two sports at this Division III NESCAC college.
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Todd Berman '85 is a sailor, captain and coach
Connecticut Law Tribune, Nov. 16, 2009: Todd Berman '85 sailed at Connecticut College, and then went on to the 1985 world championships. Berman now coaches sailing, and says, “It's just nice to give something back. You're helping people get better at something they're really excited about doing.”
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Professors helped organize Nature Conservancy
The Day, Nov. 15, 2009: This article about Adele Erisman, a 100-year-old conservationist, mentions that she used to attend the Nature Conservancy's meetings in the 1950s with professors William Niering and Richard Goodwin. Today, the international nonprofit has a 1 million members.
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Krein '93 to head Stanwich School's Senior House
Greenwich Times, Nov. 16, 2009: Derek Krein '93 was hired by the Stanwich School to head its new Senior House for grades 9-12. “I’m excited and honored to have been asked to work with a team of educators that is committed to pursuing high academic standards within a values-based culture,” Krein says.
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Estelle Parson '49 to star in 'August: Osage County'
The Hartford Courant, Nov. 15, 2009: Estelle Parson '49, an Oscar-winning actress, plays Violet Weston in the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning, “August: Osage County,” at Hartford's Bushnell Nov. 17 – 22.
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Professor Pessin examines 'The God Question'
The Day, Nov. 15, 2009: In this review of Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin's new book, “The God Question,” the author finds Pessin's take on The Divine to be witty and concise. Pessin will discuss and sign copies of his book at the Groton Public Library's Local Authors' Night Nov. 16 and at New London Public Library Dec. 1.
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Volleyball players are honored
The Day, Nov. 14, 2009: Marissa DeMais '11 and Amy Newman '12 were named to the American Volleyball Coaches Association All-New England Region team. In other sports news, Men's and Women's Cross Country finished 15th at the New England Division III Championships this past weekend.
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Andrea McRae '13 wins rowing medal
Stittsville News (Ottawa), Nov. 7, 2009: Though Andrea McRae '13 came to Connecticut College to play hockey, she received her first athletic recognition on the water. She and her rowing teammates captured the bronze medal in the Quinsigamond Novice Challenge Oct. 26.
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Burger '85 is a Cherry Teaching Award finalist
Wall Street Journal, Nov. 13, 2009: Edward Burger '85, professor of mathematics at Williams College, is a finalist for the Cherry Teaching Award. He changed his plans to go to law school after his math professors at Connecticut College, "just kept feeding coal into the fire.” Burger now believes that professors should change their students’ lives.
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Players named to the All-NESCAC men's soccer team
Norwich Bulletin, Nov. 13, 2009: Trevor Prophet '11 and Oscar Brown '12 have been named to the All-NESCAC Men’s Soccer team. Prophet's eight goals places him second in the NESCAC. Brown had two goals, four assists and eight points this fall.
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Professor Stuart Vyse discusses Friday the 13th
The Spectrum (St. George, Utah), Nov. 13, 2009: Psychology Professor Stuart Vyse discusses the superstition surrounding Friday the 13th and says, “Even very rational people who don’t want to admit they are superstitious may behave that way when they are presented with a certain situation,” such as changing the date of a surgery.
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Professor Candace Howes discusses home health care
Norwich Bulletin, Nov. 12, 2009: Economics Professor Candace Howes discussed home health care at Three Rivers Community College Nov. 12. Howes recommends that Connecticut adopt a personal care option, as 76 percent of Medicaid recipients in the state receive care in nursing homes or other institutions. The national average, Howes said, is just 56 percent.
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Campus Dining Today quotes Director of Events and Catering
Campus Dining Today, Fall 2009: Merrill Collins, director of events and catering, is quoted in the “creatively catering” section about ways to increase business. Collins says her staff is always talking about the various services they offer, even when a customer calls only to rent supplies. “Sometimes we need to ask the right people the right questions so they won’t assume we can’t service their needs.”

Conference explored the complexity of immigration issues
The Day, Nov. 12, 2009: In this opinion piece, Irene Weiss, a board member of the League of Women Voters of Southeastern Connecticut, writes about her experience attending Connecticut College's conference, “Undocumented Hispanic Migration: On the Margins of a Dream.” The author recounts what she learned from the various speakers and writes that “immigration is an extremely complex web that extends to economic, humanitarian and cultural issues, as well as into legal, fiscal and racial areas.” She concludes that immigration reform is needed.
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Calder Quartet in concert at Connecticut College
The Day, Nov. 12, 2009: onStage at Connecticut College presents The Calder Quartet at 8 p.m. Friday in Evans Hall. The California ensemble will be performing well-known works that span eras and styles.
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Fundraiser Sunday for William Meredith Center for the Arts
The Day, Nov. 12, 2009: A screening of “Delta Rising” at the Olde Mystick Village Art Cinema and a concert at the Steak Loft, also in Olde Mystick Village, will serve as a fundraiser for the William Meredith Center for the Arts, funded by the non-profit Meredith Foundation. Meredith was a professor of English at Connecticut College from 1955 to 1983.
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Marshall '09 named to college sailing All-Academic team
The Jamestown Press (RI), Nov. 12, 2009: David Marshall '09 has been named to the 2009 Intercollegiate Sailing Association's 2009 All-Academic Sailing Team. Marshall as been honored as a first team selection.
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Two students named Academic All-Americans
Norwich Bulletin, Nov. 11, 2009: Mickey Lenzi '10, a men's soccer captain and Dean's High Honors student, and Sharon Katz '10, a women's soccer player, were named to the ESPN The Magazine District One All-Academic Team.
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Remondi '84 elected to U-Store-It Trust's Board of Trustees
CNN Money, Nov. 10, 2009: John F. Remondi '84, vice chairman and chief financial officer of SLM Corporation, a publicly-traded company more commonly known as Sallie Mae, has been elected to the board of trustees for U-Store-It Trust.
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Sailing team ranked by Sailing World
The Day, Nov. 9, 2009: Connecticut College placed eighth out of 20 teams at this weekend's Rhode Island State Championship Regatta at Newport, R.I. The team is ranked 19th by Sailing World Magazine.
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Dorfman's dance piece performed by Axis Dance Company
San Francisco Chronicle, Nov. 9, 2009: A dance piece by Professor David Dorfman '81 was performed by Axis Dance Company at Oakland's Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts Nov. 13. “Dorfman is noted both for his wit and for his skill in making disparate group of dancers cohere as a community,” the article said. This article does not mention Connecticut College.
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Hendricks captures a changing culture
Philadelphia Inquirer, Nov. 8, 2009: In this review, art critic Edward J. Sozanski says Professor Barkley Hendricks’ exhibit, “Birth of Cool,” “captures the essence of an American cultural transformation.” The exhibit, which features 43 portraits of African American men and women and 13 landscapes, is on display at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts through Jan. 3.
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Howes to speak about shortage of home health aides
Norwich Bulletin, Nov. 8, 2009: Economics Professor Candace Howes will speak on the growing shortage of home health aides at Three Rivers Community College Nov. 12 at 6 p.m.
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Volleyball defeats Trinity
The Day, Nov. 7, 2009: Amy Newman '12 and Rachel Schroff '13 helped Volleyball defeat Trinity in the first-round of the NESCAC Championship tournament Nov. 6. The team lost to Williams in the semifinals Nov. 7. Williams went on to win the championship.
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Students to participate in environmental symposium
Tufts Daily, Nov. 6, 2009: Connecticut College students will join college students from across New England at an environmental symposium hosted by Tufts.
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Driscoll '12 is the latest three-sport Driscoll at the College
The Salem News (Salem, Mass.), Nov. 6, 2009: Katelyn Driscoll '12, a varsity soccer, hockey and lacrosse player, is the sixth Driscoll to attend Connecticut College. Driscoll discusses managing the brief transition time between sports and her prediction for the upcoming hockey season. “We're going all the way to the finals — definitely. We'll be very good and surprise a lot of people this season.”
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Silverpoint exhibit opens in Cummings Arts Center
NBC Connecticut, Nov. 5, 2009: NBC Connecticut featured the Art Department's opening of “Re-inventing Silverpoint, An Ancient technique for the 21st Century.” The co-curators will give a lecture about Silverpoint, a traditional drawing technique, on Nov. 11.
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Vanguard Jazz Orchestra comes to the College Nov. 6
New Haven Advocate, Nov. 5, 2009: The famed Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, a 16-member jazz ensemble, has been playing every Monday at the Village Vanguard since the mid-1960s, and will perform in John C. Evans Hall Nov. 6 at 8 p.m.
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Lauren Wise '10 hits a volleyball milestone
Fairfax Times (Fairfax, VA), Nov. 4, 2009: Volleyball co-captain Lauren Wise '10 became the second player in Connecticut College history to have 1,000 career kills and digs.
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Coach Edmed leads Volleyball to a successful season
Cape Cod Online (Cape Cod, Mass.), Nov. 4, 2009: Coach Josh Edmed has led Volleyball to a successful season, and the team has a chance to win the NESCAC championship tournament.
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Women's Sailing places second in regatta
The Day, Nov. 2, 2009: Women's Sailing finished second in the 16 team Victorian Coffee Urn Regatta Nov. 1.
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Newman Cronin '86 sails into her writing career
The Day, Nov. 3, 2009: Carol Newman Cronin '86 discusses her transition from being an Olympic sailor to a writer, and her experience on the Connecticut College Sailing team. Cronin remembers the team as being full of “self-motivated people working together to make something better.”
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Foster '77 helps battle the invasion of longhorn beetles
The Smithsonian, November, 2009: Ecologist David Foster '77, director of the Harvard Forest, discusses how the invasive longhorn beetle will change the New England landscape. Foster says that even if the beetle comes through the Harvard Forest, “there’ll still be a forest. It may not be the same, but the forest will continue.”
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Vyse discusses what your superstition says about you
Women’s World, Oct. 26, 2009: In this feature, Psychology Professor Stuart Vyse explains what it says about your personality if you have one of five common superstitions.

Karl Trybus '02 runs for Seymour selectman
Republican-American (Waterbury, Conn.), Oct. 28, 2009: Karl Trybus '02 was among the eight candidates running for selectman in Seymour, Conn. (He was subsequently elected.)
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Students participate in Humans vs. Zombies
Hartford Advocate, Oct. 27, 2009: Seventy-four Connecticut College students are participating in Human vs. Zombies, a popular game being played on college campuses all over the world. Alex Marcus '10, the administrator for the game at Connecticut College, discusses the game, which involves Nerf guns and socks.
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Alumni inducted into the athletic hall of fame
The Day, Oct. 27, 2009: Connecticut College inducted Kim Holliday McElderry '97, Susan Mabrey Gaud '68 and Sarah Pitt-Del Cristo '86 into the athletic hall of fame Oct. 24. The article also mentions that Men’s Soccer, Volleyball and Field Hockey have qualified for the NESCAC Championships.
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Binder '96 is named the NFA Teacher of the Year
Norwich Bulletin, Oct. 24, 2009: Laura Binder '96, a 10th grade global studies and citizenship teacher at Norwich Free Academy, has been named NFA Teacher of the Year.
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Pat Dealy '83 runs for local office
Poughkeepsie Journal, Oct. 25, 2009: Pat Dealy '83 is running for the Dutchess County Legislature. “We need citizen-lawmakers to bring a fresh perspective and 'kitchen table common sense' to our government,” Dealy says.
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Wagner's 2 goals lift field hockey to win
The Day, Oct. 25, 2009: Hanna Wagner '12 scored twice and Kelsey Nickerson '13 once to give the field hockey team its 3-1 win over Colby and a place in the NESCAC tournament. Men’s Soccer also defeated Colby, and Women’s Cross Country placed third at the Wellesley College Invitational.
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The College's conference discussed children immigrants
North County Times (San Diego), Oct. 24, 2009: At Connecticut College's "Undocumented Hispanic Migration: On the Margins of a Dream," Alejandro Portes, sociology professor at Princeton, said that while most children of immigrants he followed in a comprehensive study showed signs of upward mobility, a sizable minority, particularly of Mexican-Americans, are still stagnant or have fallen into an underclass of crime, school dropouts and teenage pregnancies. His findings have also been published in the Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies.
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Professor Leibert's exhibit to premier at the NAC
Norwich Bulletin, Oct. 23, 2009: Emeritus Professor of Art Peter Leibert's exhibit, “Works in Mixed Media: Found Objects and Other Mixes,” challenges viewers to analyze his work beyond what meets the eyes. The exhibit is the November featured show at the Norwich Arts Center, 60 Broadway in Norwich.
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Michelle Moon '93 offers food for thought
New Hampshire Homepage, Oct. 22, 2009: This preview article features Michelle Moon '93's upcoming food system program at the Discover Portsmouth Center Oct. 25.
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Women's Soccer reigns supreme in New London
The Day, Oct. 22, 2009: With a win over Mitchell College last night, and a previous victory against the Coast Guard Academy, Women's Soccer won the battle of the local rivals.
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The College hosts famous philosopher Peter Singer
The Day, Oct. 22, 2009: Peter Singer, Princeton University professor of bioethics and author, will speak about his latest book, "The Life You Can Save: Action Now to End World Poverty," and will participate in a panel discussion at Connecticut College Oct. 23.
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The Colleges presents Grammy-winning Reeves
The Day, Oct. 22, 2009: The four-time Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves will perform in concert at Connecticut College Oct. 24.
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Men's Soccer qualifies for the NESCAC Championship
The Day, Oct. 21, 2009: Men's Soccer's seventh win on Tuesday night against Tufts earned the team a spot in the NESCAC Championship.
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Cheo Bourne '08 performs in 'Animal Farm'
Broadway World, Oct. 21, 2009: Cheo Bourne '08 plays the part of Boxer in the traveling production of George Orwell's "Animal Farm." The tour will perform in Boston area schools, reaching over 8,000 students.
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Professor Pessin's book inspires further reading
Forward (New York), Oct. 21, 2009: In a review of six recently published books that have “God” in the title, this author finds Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin's “The God Question” to be the only one that inspires further reading, and is a concise useful guide to what philosophers have written about God.
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The College receives grant to support community outreach
The Day, Oct. 20, 2009: The Frank Loomis Palmer Fund granted Connecticut College nearly $40,000 to support the College's community outreach programs.
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Wright is named the NESCAC runner-of-the-week
The Day, Oct. 20, 2009: Doug Wright '12 was named NESCAC runner-of-the-week after he placed third in a 5k race at Williams College this past weekend.
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The College's conference discusses immigration
Feet in 2 Worlds, Oct. 20, 2009: Leading immigration experts, attorneys and educators convened at Connecticut College's "Undocumented Hispanic Migration: On the Margins of a Dream" this past weekend to discuss the impact undocumented Hispanic immigration has on the US. Academics also discussed the disconnect between Washington policy-makers and immigration scholars.
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Professor Hendricks discusses art and fame
Philadelphia Inquirer, Oct. 18, 2009: Professor Barkley Hendricks discusses his exhibit, "Birth of the Cool," and his approach to art. He says, "I don't paint for critics, I don't paint or do anything in terms of the public; I deal with what relates to what I want to do. What you see is what you get."
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Camels have a successful weekend
The Day, Oct. 17, 2009: Volleyball defeated Amherst and Trinity over the weekend, making the team's impressive record 17- 4, 7 - 2. Women's Cross Country placed sixth at the Williams College Plansky 6K Invitational, and Women's Rowing placed 10th in the women’s four at the Head of the Charles.
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Professor Singer discusses baseball fans
CT Public Broadcasting Network's The Colin McEnroe Show, Oct. 16, 2009: Psychology Professor Jefferson Singer discusses what it means to be a baseball fan in Connecticut.
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Singer Lisbeth Scott '80 releases new album
PR Log, Oct. 16, 2009: A new album, "Hope is A Thing," by Lisbeth Scott '80, encourages listeners to hope, dream and appreciate the simpler things about life. The album debuts Oct. 20.
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Kyle Joseph '12's band records 'Awakenasleep'
Metro West Daily News, Oct. 15, 2009: Kyle Joseph '12 discusses his band, Take Care, and its new album, "Awakenasleep." Joseph, who wrote most of the lyrics, says the record is a "concept album that develops one story from beginning to end."
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Professor Burlingame publishes the best Lincoln biography
California Literary Review, Oct. 15, 2009: "Abraham Lincoln: A Life," by Professor Emeritus of History Michael Burlingame, "deserves the Pulitzer Prize for history," and is considered to be the best researched and written Lincoln biography.
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Men's Soccer defeats local rival
The Day, Oct. 15, 2009: Men's Soccer defeated Mitchell College with help from Trevor Prophet '11, who had his first three-goal game.
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Pappas '01 will present 'Monster' Oct. 24
Jweekly.com, Oct. 15, 2009: Rebecca Pappas '01 created her dance piece, "Monster," after taking a modern dance workshop at Connecticut College. She will present the piece at the Jewish Museum's Yud gallery on Oct. 24 and 25.
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Volleyball wins again
The Day, Oct. 14, 2009: The Women's Volleyball defeated Eastern Connecticut State University on Tuesday. The team has won seven out of its last eight matches.
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Pres. Higdon publishes Providence Journal op-ed
The Providence Journal, Oct. 14, 2009: President Leo I. Higdon Jr. published an op-ed about how to determine a college's value during the campus visit. "When visiting colleges in these turbulent economic times, there are several questions parents and students should ask to ensure the education experience will be worthy of the investment," Higdon said.
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Kristoff says Beatrice Biira '08 is 'the luckiest girl'
NPR's Midday with Gary Eichten – FM (Minneapolis), Oct. 13, 2009: Pulitzer Prize winner Nicholas Kristoff gave a speech about women turning oppression into opportunity, and told the story of Beatrice Biira '08, author of "Beatrice’s Goat." Kristoff added that Biira says she is the luckiest girl in the world all because of a goat.
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Professor Chrisler discusses tween body image
USA Today, Oct. 13, 2009: Psychology Professor Joan Chrisler discusses how a parent’s teasing or even well-meaning remarks can harm a young girl's body image.
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Professor Van Slyck discusses the Carnegie Library
Pittsburgh's Post-Gazette, Oct. 13, 2009: Art History and Architectural Studies Professor Abigail Van Slyck, author of "Free to All: Carnegie Libraries and American Culture, 1890-1920," discusses Andrew Carnegie's stipulations that Pittsburgh must maintain the Carnegie Library, and explains that Carnegie wanted the library to be supported by the local community. The library is currently facing a 20.1 percent cut in state public library subsidies.
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The College community unites for LGBTQ community
The Day, Oct. 13, 2009: Last night, the Connecticut College community united on the Tempel Green for a candlelight vigil to show its support for the LGBTQ community and "The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later – An Epilogue," a play that investigates the effects of Matthew Shepard's murder on Laramie, Wyo.
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Men's Soccer is off to best start in 16 years
The Day, Oct. 13, 2009: Men's Soccer is having its best season since 1993, and Coach Ken Murphy attributes the success to hard work, commitment and determination. The team's goal is to qualify for the NESCAC championship playoffs.
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Rachel Schroff '13 is NESCAC player-of-the-week
The Day, Oct. 13, 2009: Volleyball's Rachel Schroff '13 was named NESCAC player-of-the-week, and leads the league with an impressive .369 hitting percent.
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The College presents 'The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later'
Hartford Courant, Oct. 11, 2009: Tonight, members of the Connecticut College community will perform "The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later – An Epilogue," a play that investigates the aftermath of Matthew Shepard's murder in Laramie, Wyo.
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Volleyball defeats Middlebury and Hamilton
The Day, Oct. 11, 2009: Volleyball defeated Middlebury and Hamilton this weekend, improving the team's record to 14 – 4 and 5 – 2 in conference. Other weekend results are also reported.
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Traina '91 appointed to the film society board
dBusinessNews, Oct. 9, 2009: The San Francisco Film Society has appointed Todd Traina '91 to its board of directors.
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Bhatia lectures on Indian racial issues at URI
Good 5 Cent Cigar (URI), Oct. 8, 2009: Professor Sunil Bhatia started his lecture at the University of Rhode Island by asking the audience, "How do you talk about race?" He followed up by discussing India’s ongoing racial issues.
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Collaborative project receives grant
The Hartford Courant, Oct. 6, 2009: Connecticut College, Trinity College and Wesleyan University have received an $800,000 grant for the collaborative Humanitarian FOSS Project to create free open source software for humanitarian use.
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Lowe and Rhodes '12 discuss 'The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later'
WLIU's Bonnie Grice in the Morning (Long Island), 8:15 a.m., Oct. 8, 2009: Professor Leah Lowe, director, and Sarah Rhodes '12, a student actor, discuss how the upcoming performance of "The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later - An Epilogue" explores the long-term effects Matthew Shepard’s murder has had on the town of Laramie, Wyo.

The College presents 'The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later"
The Day, Oct. 8, 2009: Robert Richter, director of arts programming, discusses the College's upcoming performance of the "The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later - An Epilogue."
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Professor Pessin discusses 'The God Question'
Blog Talk Radio's Positively Incorrect, Oct. 7, 2009: Professor Andrew Pessin discusses his new book, "The God Question" and philosophers' various perceptions of God.
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Castell '87 stands behind NY mayoral candidate
New York Times, Oct. 6, 2009: Even though William Thompson's campaign manager Eduardo Castell '87 stays behind the scenes, he is an influential adviser helping to shape Thompson's campaign strategy. The article also mentions that Castell organized a rally to demand improvements for minority students while he attended Connecticut College.
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Conlin'89 discusses 'No Impact Man'
CBS’s Early Show, Oct. 5, 2009: Michelle Conlin'89 and her husband, Colin Beavan, discuss their new book 'No Impact Man,' and their year-long experiment with the goal of having no impact on the environment. The story does not mention Connecticut College.
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Frank Graziano featured in Hispanic Outlook
Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education, Oct. 5, 2009 edition: Professor Frank Graziano discusses the future of Hispanic studies.

Men's Soccer wins its fourth straight game
The Day, Oct., 4, 2009: The Men's Soccer team beat Bowdoin for the team's fourth straight win. Thus far, the team is having its best season since 1993.
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O'Connor discusses redeveloping state-owned land
The Boston Globe, Oct. 4, 2009: Peter O’Connor '81, Massachusetts’s chief of development for its transportation agencies, discusses his recent appointment and the challenges that he will face as he coordinates the redevelopment of state-owned parcels. This story does not mention Connecticut College.
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Professor Hendricks is the epitome of 'cool
The Philadelphia Sunday Sun, Oct. 4, 2009: This article says Professor Barkley Hendricks' "groundbreaking body of work has both influenced and paved the way for many of today's generation of artists." His exhibit, "Birth of Cool," will be on display at his alma mater, the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Oct. 17 through Jan. 3.
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Volleyball beats Bates
The Day, Oct. 3, 2009: Lauren Wise ’10, Rachel Schroff ’13, and Marissa DeMais ’11 helped the Women’s Volleyball team defeat Bates in a NESCAC matchup.
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William Niering inspired local environmentalist
The Stonington Times, Oct. 2, 2009: A lecture by William Niering, the late Lucretia L. Allyn Professor Emeritus of Botany, inspired New London environmentalist Louise Fabrykiewicz to partner with the OVCS to create "A Living Museum," a program to enhance children’s awareness of nature and the need to care for the coastal region. Jessica LeClair '08, an AmeriCorp VISTA staff member, is helping to execute the program.
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The arboretum is a treasure to explore
The Norwich Bulletin, Oct. 2, 2009: The author of this article says the arboretum is an East Coast natural treasure worth exploring.
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The College gets grant to reduce sexual violence
New Haven Register, Oct. 2, 2009: The College received a $300,000 grant to create a campus program to prevent and respond to sexual violence.
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Works by Prof. Barkley Hendricks' to be auctioned off
The Philly Inquirer, Oct. 2, 2009: Professor Barkley Hendricks’ "Bid ‘Em In/Slave" has earned one of the Swann Auction Galleries' top presale estimates, as it is expected to bring in $60,000 to $90,000.
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Martha Graham Dance Company comes to the College
The Day, Oct. 1, 2009: The Martha Graham Dance Company will perform 'Diversion of Angels,' a piece choreographed and performed by Graham in 1948, at the College this Saturday.
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Michael Kelly '96 mentors BC students
Boston College’s The Heights, Oct. 1, 2009: Michael Kelly '96, professor of philosophy at Boston College, discusses his approach to mentoring students. Kelly says professors need to break the stereotypical student-professor relationship to form mentoring relationships.
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The College will participate in a green initiative
The Day, Sept. 30: Connecticut College and Mitchell College will help students from the Science and Technology Magnet High School of Southeastern Connecticut develop an arboretum on land adjacent to the New London-based school. The project is being funded by a grant from the Dominion energy company.
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Connecticut College a school where applying ED helps
U.S. News & World Report, Sept. 30, 2009: Connecticut College is included in a comprehensive chart of Early Decision statistics accompanying a short article about how applicants may have a better chance of getting into the College if they apply early.
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Martha Grossel speaks about her CDK6 research
Rhode Island College’s The Anchor, Sept. 29, 2009: Biology Professor Martha Grossel gave a lecture on her research involving CDk6, a key protein in understanding cancer, at Rhode Island College last week.
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MSNBC lists the arbo as top 10 place to enjoy
MSNBC, Sept. 29: The author of this article, Crai Bower '84, lists the arboretum as one of the best places to visit in the fall due to its undeveloped serene habitat and trails.
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Richter discusses upcoming onStage performance
WLIU’s Bonnie Grice in the Morning (Long Island), 8:55 a.m., Sept. 29: Rob Richter, the director of arts programming, is interviewed live along with Janet Eilber, the Martha Graham Center artistic director, about this Saturday's onStage presentation of the Martha Graham Dance Company.

Alumni discuss their book on NBC's Today Show
NBC's Today Show, Sept. 29: Ann Curry interviews Mike Tauber '94 and Pamela Singh '95 about their new book, 'Blended Nation: Portraits and Interviews of Mixed-Race America Photographs and Interviews,' about the experience of being mixed race in the 21st century. They do not mention Connecticut College in the interview.
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Students named NESCAC players-of-the-week
The Day, Sept. 29: After outstanding performances this past weekend in games against Amherst, men’s soccer player Trevor Prophet '11 and field hockey player Abby Hine '11 have been named NESCAC players-of-the-week.
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Connecticut College wins sailing regatta
The Day, Sept. 28: Sailing won the University of Rhode Island Southern Series Regatta this past weekend.
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College receives grant for sexual assault prevention
NBC Connecticut, Sept. 28: Connecticut College and Yale University will split a $640,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to create programs to prevent violence. Connecticut College will receive $300,000 to enhance sexual assault prevention and response training and to enhance victim services.

Martha Graham Dance Company comes to the College Oct. 3
Norwich Bulletin, Sept. 28: On Saturday, the Martha Graham Dance Company will perform “Diversions of Angels,” a piece choreographed by the renowned and innovative Graham while she was at Connecticut College in 1948.
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Alumna helps underprivileged students
WTNH, Sept. 27, 2009: Through the New Haven Scholarship Fund, Cynthia Harris-Jackson ’89 is assisting talented, motivated and underprivileged students with college and post secondary education enrollment requirements. This story does not mention Connecticut College.
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A school for inner-city kids sends grads on to the College
The New York Times Magazine, Sept. 27: This article about the Seed School, a boarding school for inner-city students, mentions that graduates have gone on to attend Connecticut College, along with Princeton and Alabama A&M.
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Tantoco '90 beats the third-generation curse
Inquirer Lifestyle, Sept. 27: Donnie Tantoco '90, the president of Rustan's Supercenters, Inc., has successfully led his family's business by being a pioneer and crisis-manager.
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Camels have a successful weekend
The Day, Sept. 27: Men's Soccer stuns No. 2 ranked Amherst, handing the Lord Jeffs their first loss of the season. Other sports teams were also successful over the weekend.
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Prof. Pessin 'twitterizes' philosophy in the CSM
Christian Science Monitor, Sept. 27: In this opinion piece, Professor Andrew Pessin explains how Western philosophy might look on the social networking site, Twitter.
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Wellness director publishes op-ed
The Hartford Courant, Sept. 27: C.C. Curtiss, the director of student wellness and the co-chair of the Connecticut College Consortium Against Sexual Assault, says that highly sensationalized rape cases, such as the recent Hofstra case, take attention away from preventing sexual assault and make it harder to raise awareness of the prevalence of sexual violence.
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Kristiane Huber '11 wins a scholarship
Waterbury's Sunday Republican, Sept. 27, 2009: Kristiane Huber '11 received the Emily Gardner Munro Award, the oldest American Association of University Women scholarship.
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Grant enhances sexual assault prevention
The Day, Sept. 25: Connecticut College has received a $300,000 federal grant to expand the College’s efforts against sexual assault prevention and response training and to create a community coalition.
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Molina '00 becomes manager of the UCFS
Norwich Bulletin, Sept. 25: Cheryl Molina '00 was named the manager of Norwich's United Community and Family Services, a non-profit community health center.
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Joyce '83 joins USC's faculty
USC News, Sept. 25: Geoffrey Joyce '83, a prominent health economist, and his former RAND Corp. colleagues, are the core of USC's newly established Schaeffer Center for Health Policy and Economics.
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Prof. Dorfman inspired dance program founder
WashU's Record, Sept. 24: Professor David Dorfman, chair of the dance department, inspired Liz Claire, who interned with David Dorfman Dance. Claire is now the founder and director of the Movement Arts & Design in Europe, which is partially funded by the College.
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Men's Soccer defeats CGA with late goal
The Day, Sept. 24, 2009: With a late goal by Isaac Hancock '12, the Men's Soccer team beat local rival Coast Guard Academy 3-2.
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Prof. Pessin discusses book on radio show
KPFA’s Against the Grain (Berkeley, CA), noon, Sept. 23, 2009: Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin is interviewed live about his new book, "The God Question."
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Photo: Jazmine Hughes '12 leads campus tour
The Seattle Times, Sept. 20, 2009: Admission ambassador Jazmine Huges '12 is pictured leading a tour group through Olin Science Center. The photo is part of a slide show accompanying a story about the cost of college.
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Former Pres. Gaudiani '66 quoted about fundraising
Chicago Tribune, Sept. 20, 2009: Former President Claire Gaudiani '66, a professor of philanthropy and fundraising at New York University, is quoted in this story about fundraising for the possibility of the 2016 Olympics in Chicago.
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Flock Theatre's Wood '89 thanks the College
The Day, Sept. 20, 2009: In this letter to the editor, Derron Wood '89 says the success of Flock Theatre's Summer Shakespeare series is due to the collaborative efforts of the College and the community.
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DeFrantz '74 supports Chicago's 2016 Olympic bid
ESPN, Sept. 17, 2009: Rowing Olympian Anita DeFrantz '74 says a Chicago Olympics would make a "huge difference" for the country. The story mentions that DeFrantz was walking across the Connecticut College campus when a member of the rowing team suggested she try the sport.
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Prof. Brown is committee's observatory expert
The Day, Sept. 17, 2009: Physics Professor Leslie Brown was one of several astronomy experts who gave input on whether Lyme-Old Lyme high school should dismantle its observatory while the high school undergoes renovation in the next couple of years.
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College has the fourth highest graduation rate in the state
The Willimantic Chronicle, Sept. 17: Connecticut College had the fourth highest six-year graduation rate in Connecticut in 2007, according to a chart accompanying this article about how many students are taking longer than the traditional four years to earn undergraduate degrees.
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Prof. Stuart Vyse discusses superstitions
Cleveland Daily Banner, Sept. 16, 2009: Psychology Professor Stuart Vyse, author of "Believing in Magic – The Psychology of Superstition," is quoted about how superstitions develop.
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Meinke '09 coaches girls soccer at alma mater
Westport News, Sept. 16, 2009: Chris Meinke '09 is the new Staples High School girl’s soccer assistant coach. Meinke played soccer for the school before graduating in 2005, and played all four years while a student at Connecticut College
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Prof. Zimmer pens article for chemistry journal
Chemical Society Reviews, Sept. 2009: Chemistry Professor Marc Zimmer discusses the study of Green Florescent Protein (GFP), which captured the world’s attention when three GFP scientists were awarded the Nobel Prize last year.
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Eisenmann '75 appointed provost at Wheaton
Wheaton Wire, Sept. 15, 2009: Linda Eisenmann '75 has been appointed Provost at Wheaton College.
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College producing film about New London
The Day, Sept. 15, 2009: Connecticut College and the Kinodance Company of Boston are producing a film titled "New London Calling," a 10 minute postcard film about New London, to premiere in February 2010.
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Photo: Hutchinson '13 enjoys the weather
The Day, Sept. 15, 2009: A photo in today’s newspaper of freshman Bradie Hutchinson '13 relaxing in the sunshine.
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Volleyball coach gives a boost to regional programs
The Day, Sept. 15, 2009: This story about eastern Connecticut’s recent success in girl’s volleyball mentions that clinics and camps run by Connecticut College Volleyball Coach Josh Edmed have helped boost performance in the region.
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Douglas Wiesen '02 gets creative in this housing market
The Greenwich Times, Sept. 13, 2009: Douglas Wiesen '02 and his uncle, Maxwell Wiesen, known as the "Condo King" of Greenwich, Conn., are navigating through this turbulent housing market by thinking creatively and using technology to their advantage.
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Volleyball team wins first two matches
The Day, Sept. 12, 2009: The volleyball team won both of its matches on the first day of Invitationals at Johnson and Wales Friday, tying for first place with Springfield College.
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Women's soccer wins season opener
The Day, Sept. 11, 2009: The women's soccer team scored four times in the first 10 minutes in a 6-1 victory over the Coast Guard Bears.
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Tatum '01 selected to NE Basketball Hall of Fame
The Day, Sept. 10, 2009: Kareem Tatum '01, a former All-American guard and all-time leading scorer at Connecticut College, will be inducted in to the New England Basketball Hall of Fame Oct. 9 at Mohegan Sun. This story was also reported by the Worcester Telegram and Gazette and Norwich Bulletin.
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Prof. Zimmer makes chemistry cool
Findings, Sept. 2009: Chemistry Professor Marc Zimmer is highlighted for using Green Fluorescent Protein to show his students that chemistry can be cool.
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Prof. Zimmer makes chemistry cool
National Institute of General Medical Sciences, Sept. 2009: Chemistry Professor Marc Zimmer is highlighted for using Green Fluorescent Protein to show his students that chemistry can be cool.
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Prof. Pessin to speak at Essex Library
ValleyshoreLocalOnlineNews, Sept. 9, 2009: Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin will discuss his new book "The God Question: What Famous Thinkers From Plato to Dawkins Have Said About the Divine," at the Essex Library Oct. 1.
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David Dorfman Dance to perform at Edison Theatre
Washington University in St. Louis, Sept. 8, 2009: Dance Professor David Dorfman, a Washington University alumnus, will perform at the Edison Theatre with his dance company next weekend. The theatre's director called Dorfman "one of the most visceral and exciting choreographers working today."
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Sarah Barr '09 teaches English abroad
AsiaOne, Sept. 7, 2009: The current economic climate and the lack of jobs in the U.S. has led to an increase in recent college graduates becoming certified to teach English in other countries. Sarah Barr '09, who majored in English and philosophy, is heading to Chonburi in Thailand to teach English.
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Film produced by OVCS screened at Film Fest
The Day, Sept. 7, 2009: "Women and Girls Who Inspire," a film produced by Connecticut College’s Office of Volunteers and Community Service, will be screened at the Community Foundation’s Women & Girls Fund film fest at the Garde Arts Center this Thursday.
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New London 101 introduces students to the city
The Day, Sept. 6: As part of the College's orientation program, freshmen and transfer students were introduced to downtown New London Saturday with walking tours, free lunch and live rock bands at the Hygenic Art Park.
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Prof. Dorfman balances performance and academia
San Diego Union-Tribune, Sept. 6: This story about how dancers and choreographers are increasingly moving into academia mentions Dance Professor David Dorfman is among the best known choreographers working as a college professor.
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Prof. Pessin discusses new book on radio show
The Jordan Rich Show, Sept. 5, 2009: Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin discusses writing his new book, "The God Question: What Famous Thinkers From Plato to Dawkins Have Said About the Divine."

Jellyfish have changed science, Prof. Zimmer says
Chemical Biology, Sept. 4, 2009: Chemistry Professor Marc Zimmer explains how jellyfish and their Green Fluorescent Protein have changed science forever.
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Jellyfish changed science, Prof. Zimmer says
Highlights in Chemical Biology, Sept. 4, 2009: Chemistry Professor Marc Zimmer explains how jellyfish and their Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP) have changed science forever.
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College celebrates opening of Fitness Center
NBC News 30, Sept. 3, 2009: Connecticut College celebrated the grand opening of the new fitness center at a ribbon cutting ceremony yesterday.

Barnett '11 wins gold in rowing competition
The Long-Islander, Sept. 3, 2009: Elizabeth Barnett '11 competed with Team USA at the 18th Maccabiah Games in Israel this summer, winning two gold medals in rowing.

College receives a $1 million gift to support science
NBC 30 News, Sept. 2, 2009: An anonymous alumna has donated $1 million to Connecticut College to enhance science facilities on campus. This story was also reported by The Day.
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An interview with Artist Agnes Gund '60
The Brooklyn Rail, Sept. 2009: Agnes Gund '60 discusses her life, work and recent curatorial effort, "Is White a Color?" on exhibit in New York's Fountain Gallery.
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Prof. Zimmer pens article for Chem. Soc. Reviews
Chemical Society Reviews, Sept. 2009: Chemistry Professor Marc Zimmer discusses the study of Green Florescent Protein (GFP), which captured the world’s attention when three GFP scientists were awarded the Nobel Prize last year.
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College is one of 800 with a SAT optional policy
CNN, Aug. 31, 2009: The debate about the validity of the SAT in the admission process is discussed in this news story, which mentions a number of colleges, including Connecticut College, have made submitting SAT scores optional. This story was also reported by ABC News.

Prof. Graziano highlights service learning
Campus Compact, Summer 2009: In this opinion piece, Hispanic Studies Professor Frank Graziano says service-learning courses -- like "Proyecto Comunidad," a course designed to present students with real-world experiences to enhance their bilingual and bicultural skills -- provide for rigorous experiential learning that compounds knowledge acquisition with personal, social and intercultural skills.

A light-hearted look at Pessin's 'The God Question'
Warwick Beacon, Aug. 28, 2009: Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin is profiled. Pessin is the author of two new books, "The God Question: What Famous Thinkers From Plato to Dawkins Have Said About the Divine," and "The 60-Second Philosopher: Expand your Mind on a Minute or so a Day."
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Women's lacrosse honored with academic award
The Day, Aug. 28, 2009: Connecticut College's women’s lacrosse team has been honored with the team academic award from the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association. The team is one of 62 in Division III to carry a mean grade-point average of 3.0 or better. Margaret Davies '09, Kristen Dirmaier '09, Sarah Haughey '09 and Paige Pascarelli '09 were honored on the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) spring all-academic team with grade-point averages of at least 3.35.

Spokespeople to participate in I AM music festival
The Day, Aug. 28, 2009: Spokespeople, Connecticut College's student-run bicycle collective, will be one of the vendors at this year's I AM Festival on Sept. 12. The music festival is about helping college students to discover New London early in the semester.
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Cecile Dominguez '04 is 'change maker'
Lifestyle Asia Magazine, Aug. 2009: Cecile Dominguez '04 is highlighted for her non-profit work with the Alcantara Foundation in the Philippines on behalf of children’s education. She was selected by the Asia Society as a "change maker" for the Philippines 21 Young Leaders Initiative.

Wood '89 presents "Richard III" in the Arboretum
The Day, Aug. 27, 2009: Derron Wood '89 directs the Flock Theatre production of "Richard III" in the Connecticut College Arboretum, Williams Street. The show, which begins tonight, plays Thursday through Sunday from today through Sept. 6 at 7 p.m.
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Arnold '04 is new coach of high school team
Norwell Mariner (Mass.), Aug. 26, 2009: Rebecca Arnold '04, a high school guidance counselor at Norwell High School, is the new head coach of the school's girl's cross country team. Arnold, who played soccer at Connecticut College, said she is excited about her first head coaching position. "It's definitely something I'm looking forward to, working with the girls and being their coach," she said.
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Admission strategy brings in desired class
Hartford Courant, Aug. 25, 2009: Because of the economy, it has been a tricky year for schools to anticipate the number of students enrolling this fall. Martha Merrill, dean of admission and financial aid, said that Connecticut College admitted the exact same number of students as last year. Yield, she said, was 30 percent, a one percent increase.
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Gangone '71 is head librarian at Worcester library
Worcester Telegram, Aug. 24, 2009: Lucy Gangone '71 says a shift in her educational path led her to a career she loves.
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Prof. Pessin publishes piece in Religion Dispatches
Religion Dispatches, Aug. 21, 2009: In this opinion piece, Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin, author of "The God Question: What Famous Thinkers from Plato to Dawkins Have Said about the Divine," argues that public discourse doesn't have to turn into a screaming match.
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Men's soccer coach says this is his 'dream job'
The Day, Aug. 21, 2009: Since taking over on July 1 of this year, Ken Murphy, Connecticut College's new men's soccer coach, has been going non-stop, recruiting, preparing for the upcoming season and getting familiar with his home.
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Prof. Pessin discusses new book on Boston radio
WBZ-AM (Boston), 11:30 a.m., Aug. 20, 2009: Professor Andrew Pessin discusses his new book, "The God Question: What Famous Thinkers From Plato to Dawkins Have Said About the Divine" on the Jordan Rich Show. Pessin was also interviewed by WIP-AM (Philadelphia) on Aug. 23 about his second new book, "The 60-Second Philosopher: Expand your Mind on a Minute or so a Day!"

New York Times highlights College's Web site
New York Times, Aug. 20, 2009: Connecticut College is highlighted in a blog posting about redesigning college Web sites. The article includes a screen capture of the college's 'Sciences' Web page and quotes Lisa Brownell, director of publications, who oversaw the redesign of Connecticut College’s Web site in 2007.
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Internship gives Emily Cannarella '10 a good start
Rocky Hill Post, Aug. 20, 2009: Emily Cannarella '10, a dance and art history double major, is serving as a public relations intern for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre in New York City this summer. Cannarella said her favorite part of the internship is photographing events.
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Students learn through CELS internships
The Hour, Aug. 19, 2009: Carolyn Beinfield '10 is interning at the Phillips de Pury & Company auction house in New York City and Amy Towne '10 is interning at Bluestreak Sports Training. "I'm an art history major so it was relevant, and I'll hopefully work in an auction house or a gallery once I graduate," Beinfield says of her internship.
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Prof. Pessin discusses new book on talk radio
KBUL-AM "News Talk" (Billings, MT), Aug. 18, 2009: Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin discusses one of his two new books, "The God Question: What Famous Thinkers From Plato to Dawkins Have Said About the Divine" in this live interview. Pessin has also been interviewed by WAQY-FM 102.1 (Springfield, MA), WMET-AM 1160 (Washington), WIYY-FM 97.9 (Baltimore), WBZ-AM 1030 (Boston), WINA-AM 1070 (Charlottesville, VA), KMOX-AM 1120 (St. Louis, MO), KFRU-AM 1400 (Columbia, MO), WHO-AM 1040 (Des Moines, IA), WHUD-FM 100.7 (New York), WIP-AM 610 (Philadelphia), WPHM-AM 1380 (Detroit), KKJG-FM 98.1 (Fresno, CA), KCMN-AM (Colorado Springs), WDEV-AM&FM (Burlington, VT) and WASN-AM (Cleveland).

National Geographic features Prof. Burton
National Geographic Channel, Aug. 11, 2009: In this episode of National Geographic's "Taboo," Anthropology Professor John Burton discusses a coming-of-age ritual in which the young women of Ethiopia's Hamar tribe subject themselves to whipping by men.

Tel Aviezer '98 directing 'Twelfth Night'
Westchester.com, Aug. 9, 2009: Tel Aviezer '98, writer, producer and stage manager to numerous high-profile events in and around Manhattan, is currently the director for the play "Twelfth Night," to be performed this weekend outdoors at Port Chester, NY.
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Kehoe '12 makes 'spectacular play' in Europe
Manhattan Mercury, Aug. 8, 2009: Basketball player Chris Kehoe '12, who is currently touring Eastern Europe with the East Coast All-Stars, made the winning play in Saturday’s game against. The team remains undefeated as they continue their tour. This story was also reported by k-statesport.com (Kansas State University).
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Wallace '11 teaches kids to work with marine life
The Daily News, Aug. 8, 2009: Kelsey Wallace '11 is interning this summer at The Joppa Flats Education Center in Newburyport, Mass., teaching middle school students to work as junior volunteers to help maintain their salt water tanks.
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WFSB: Connecticut College makes Forbes 'Best' list
WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News, Aug. 6, 2009: Forbes magazine ranks Connecticut College 51 out of 600 institutions on their 2009 “America’s Best Colleges” list. Schools are ranked based on the quality of education provided, student experience and student achievement.

Alumna news anchor: My alma mater is Top 5
Today in New York (WNBC-TV Channel 4), Aug. 6: News anchor Erika Tarantal '01 comments that her alma mater, Connecticut College, didn’t make the top five on Forbes magazine's “Best Valued College” list, so she would like to dispute the results.

Rebecca Schoen '11 sells fresh veggies
Sun Journal, Aug. 6: Rising junior Rebecca Schoen’s first-year garden with good drainage has produced pails of vegetables and flowers. Growing her own vegetables and selling them is a side summer job.
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Cangemi '13 excited to sail for Connecticut College
Boston Globe, Aug. 6: Incoming freshman, Brittney Cangemi '13, who competed in the USA Junior Olympic Sailing Festival and 23rd annual Scituate Junior Regatta this week, is excited about sailing for the Connecticut College team.
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Prof. Ivanov to play lead baritone in opera
The Mystic Times, Aug. 5: Maksim Ivanov, adjunct professor of music at Connecticut College and two-time winner of the Metropolitan Opera Competition in Connecticut, will play Alfio, the lead baritone in the opera “Cavalleria Rusticana” next week in Clinton.
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Dean: Range of emotions normal for freshmen
Hartford Courant, Aug. 5, 2009: Andrea Rossi-Reder, associate dean of studies for freshmen and sophomores, is quoted in this story about students who are preparing to leave for college for the first time. She says a range of emotions is “absolutely normal.”
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College helps make New London one of the best
The Day, Aug. 5, 2009: Outside magazine listed New London as one of the best cities in which to live, calling it a "mini-Boston" and an "adventure burg," that has a strong college presence with Connecticut College, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and Mitchell College.
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Rising sophomore plays basketball in Europe
The Cleveland Leader, Aug. 2, 2009: Basketball player Chris Kehoe '12 is playing games in Prague, the Czech Republic and Vienna as part of a tour with the East Coast All-Stars.
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X-country coach encourages runners
Norwich Bulletin, Aug. 1, 2009: At the 47th annual Ocean Beach/John J. Kelley Road Race in New London, Connecticut College Cross Country Coach Jim Butler followed the runners on a bike to voice his encouragement.
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Macca '95 takes two coaching jobs
The Day, July 30, 2009: Bernadette Macca '95, who played basketball and lacrosse at Connecticut College, has been named the head women’s basketball and softball coach at Mitchell College. This story was also reported by Norwich Bulletin.
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Staff member gives advice to designers
Supplier Global Resource, July/August 2009: In this article about how good product design can give companies a competitive edge in a poor economy, Brandon Mosley, web/print designer for Connecticut College, warns that there are risks to product redesign and mentions that buyers balked at Tropicana’s package redesign because they no longer recognized their favorite orange juice.

AOL's Armstrong '93 called 'visionary salesperson'
Muckety, July 28, 2009: This article opines that Trustee Tim Armstrong '93, CEO for AOL, might just have the vision other executives lacked.
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Robert Tesar '09 scores big assist -- off the ice
Pioneer Local, July 28, 2009: Ice hockey player and 2009 graduate Robert Tesar participated in a program that allows college athletes to 'adopt' a child who is suffering from pediatric tumors. The Connecticut College men's ice hockey team adopted 10-year old Jake Gainey, supporting him with encouragement and making him an official member of the team.
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Prof. Dorfman lauds dance great
NPR, July 27, 2009: In this blog entry about the death of modern dance innovator Merce Cunningham, Dance Department Chair David Dorfman calls Cunningham a “giant” and one of the world's most “brilliant, ever-changing and growing” dance choreographers.
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Trustee Tim Armstrong '93 discusses AOL strategy
Financial Times, July 27, 2009: Trustee Tim Armstrong '93, CEO for AOL, has visited staff in 16 countries to garner advice about how to improve AOL.
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Pessin: Should Rain, Rain Really Go Away?
Hartford Courant, July 26, 2009: In this opinion piece, Andrew Pessin, chairman of the philosophy department, philosophizes that maybe the rain needn’t go away as the popular nursery rhyme argues. Instead, says Pessin, maybe people should learn to adapt to their circumstances.
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Hall of Fame's Idelson '86 on sports radio
WEEI FM (103.7), July 25, 2009: Jeff Idelson '86, president of the Baseball Hall of Fame, is interviewed about Jim Rice’s induction into the hall of fame.

Connecticut College gets language program grant
The Day, July 24, 2009: Connecticut College receives a $375,000 grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to fund enhancements to the college’s foreign-language program.
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Lewis '13 earns All-State honors for lacrosse
Westport News, July 24, 2009: Kristin Lewis '13, a senior captain for the Staples High girl’s lacrosse team before graduating in June, earned First Team All-FCIAC and First Team All-State in recognition of her play as the team’s goalie.
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Incoming freshman excels in music
BU Today, July 23, 2009: Bassoon player Avery Yurman '13 will perform in the Young Artists Wind Ensemble at the Boston University Tanglewood Institute this weekend. At Connecticut College, Yurman plans to study music education.
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Trailer released for 'Out For The Long Run'
Tragoidia Moving Pictures, July 23, 2009: This is the trailer for "Out For The Long Run" – a feature-length documentary that looks at the lives of openly gay high school and college athletes. The film features Connecticut College runner Brenner Green ’12.
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Channel 3 News highlights Parkinson's dance class
WFSB Channel 3, July 22, 2009: The Connecticut Parkinson's Working Group is offering a free dance class at Connecticut College for people with Parkinson’s disease.
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Olsen '95 to run for New London City Council
The Day, July 21, 2009: Martin T. Olsen Jr. '95 says he will run on the Republican ticket for a seat on the City Council. Olsen was a city councilor from 1987-1991 and deputy mayor from 1989-1990.
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Professor discusses books with Providence Journal
Providence Journal, July 21, 2009: Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin talks about his new books, "The God Question: What Famous Thinkers From Plato to Dawkins Have Said About the Divine" and "The 60-Second Philosopher: Expand your mind on a minute or so a day!"
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Armstrong '93 discusses first 100 days as AOL CEO
Advertising Age, July 20, 2009: As the new CEO of AOL, Trustee Tim Armstrong '93 is restructuring the company as a stand-alone entity.
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Joanna Hollis '97 to become minister
Royal Gazette, July 18, 2009: The Synod of the Anglican Church of Bermuda voted in favor of the ordination of women last month, paving the way for Joanna Hollis '97, the daughter of Bermuda's first black Anglican minister, to be ordained a deacon in a US Episcopal church. Hollis is expected to be ordained as a minister in the fall.
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Prof. Askins says larger habitats needed for birds
Danbury News Times, July 17, 2009: Robert Askins, professor of biology, is quoted in this story about how more deep woods habitats are needed to maintain the populations of biodiverse birds.
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Gaudiani '66 speaks at conservative conference
Examiner, July 15 2009: Claire Gaudiani '66, former president at Connecticut College, is headlining the 36th Annual Meeting of the American Legislative Exchange Council in Atlanta.

Alumna loves New England
The Conway Daily Sun, July 11, 2009: In this column, Christine Kurtz-White ’50 says she first fell in love with New England when she attended Connecticut College.
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Murtagh '09 named to academic team
The Day, July 9, 2009: Brian Murtagh '09 is named to the USTA and Cross Country Coaches Association All Academic track and field team. A similar story was published by The Daily News (MA).
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Sophomore selected to All-America squad
The Day, July 8, 2009: Swimmer Sarah Murphy ’11 is selected to the CSAA Individual Academic All-America Squad.
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Zipcar movement spreads
New Haven Independent, July 8, 2009: This article about the success of Zipcars in New Haven mentions that Connecticut College is one of four institutions in the state that participates in Zipcar’s university program, which offers memberships at a lower rate.
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Hinman '76 performs in Providence
East Bay Newspapers (RI), July 8, 2009: This story features the life and times of Doug Hinman ’76, a world-class musician with The Fathoms, a librarian and a father. Hinman’s band plays in Providence July 23.
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Shore '86 raising Colorado's 'first family of hockey'
Denver Post, July 19, 2009: With four sons who play the sport, the family of David Shore '86 has been called Colorado's "first family" of hockey. Shore's oldest son was selected 44th overall in last month's NHL draft.
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Paid internships offer consistency in tough times
USA Today, July 7, 2009: A 10-year-old paid internship program at Connecticut College gives students “a huge leg up,” says Amy Martin, manager of media relations, in a side bar to a story about colleges creating summer jobs for students in the current economic climate.
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A place for the birds
The Day, July 7, 2009: Vacant lots in the Fort Trumbull neighborhood in New London have become ideal nesting spots for birds, from mockingbirds to killdeer. Robert Askins, professor of biology, leads a tour of the bird species that have settled in the neighborhood.
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Prof. Downs discusses Michael Jackson coverage
Hartford Courant, July 5, 2009: Within the context of racism in America, Assistant Professor of History Jim Downs discusses the media coverage that followed Michael Jackson’s death.
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Former staff member receives medals
The Day, July 4, 2009: World War II veteran Frank Malloy, who worked in the Connecticut College maintenance department for 37 years and is now in his 80s, is presented with medals at U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney’s office.
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For Moffatt '78, internship became career
The Berkshire Eagle, July 2, 2009: This Q&A with Laurie Norton Moffatt ’78, director and CEO of the Norman Rockwell Museum, mentions that Moffatt started with the museum as a college intern.
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Prof. Singer comments on Michael Jackson�s death
Psychology Today, July 2, 2009: In this blog entry, Jefferson Singer, professor of psychology, compares his life to that of Michael Jackson’s.
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Alumni beautify home, neighborhood
The Durham News, July 1, 2009: Todd Twig ’01 and Kristin Twig ’00 have a sustainable garden at their home, an interest that first grew from Todd’s childhood and expanded under a mentor at Connecticut College.
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Prof. Hendricks' exhibit in Pennsylvania
Art Daily, July 1, 2009: The first career retrospective of Barkley L. Hendricks, “Birth of the Cool,” comes to the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Oct. 17-Jan. 3.
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Retired professor brings 'Dance for PD' to Connecticut College
Norwich Bulletin, June 29, 2009: Professor Emeritus Stan Wertheimer, president of Connecticut Parkinson’s Working Group, is featured in this article about a dance class for people with Parkinson’s disease that organized at Connecticut College. This story was also published by the Journal Star (IL).
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Prof Vyse talks superstition
ESPN the Magazine, June 29, 2009: Stuart Vyse, professor of psychology and author of "Believing in Magic: The Psychology of Superstition," is quoted about the superstition surrounding the jersey numbers of professional athletes. "When the stakes are high, and you can't control the outcome, anxiety results," Vyse says.

Quadruplet to attend Connecticut College
Danbury News Times, June 29, 2009: Brittany Fitzgerald says that being a quadruplet means when she arrives at Connecticut College in the fall, she already has a great answer to question “Say something interesting about yourself.” The article is one of the most e-mailed articles on the Times web site.
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President Higdon talks up New London
Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio, June 27, 2009: In this syndicated radio broadcast and web story, President Leo I. Higdon Jr. advises travelers about the best spots to visit in New London and touts the “Arbo” as a great place to hike and picnic.
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Le '10 approved by Davis Projects for Peace
Thanhnein News, June 27, 2009: Phuong Le ’10 is the only student from Vietnam to have her volunteer project approved by Davis Projects for Peace. This article was also printed by VietNamNet Bridge.
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Duarte '13 likes Connecticut College's strength
Rocky Hill Post, June 26, 2009: In this feature article about Andrew Duarte, Rocky Hill High School’s athlete of the year, he says he is coming to Connecticut College because he wanted a school that could provide both strong academics and athletics.
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McKinnon '94 reads from new novel
The Ridgefield Press, June 26, 2009: Hannah Roberts McKinnon ’94 reads from her new teen novel “Franny Parker” at a local bookstore.
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Prof. Pessin answers 'the God question'
The Jewish Voice & Herald, June 26, 2009: In this article, Andrew Pessin, professor of philosophy and author of “The God Question” and “The 60-Second Philosopher,” discusses his childhood, philosophy, his appearance on “The Late Show” and who he’d want to have at his Shabbat dinner table.
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Famous husband of Harbert '44 dies
Orlando Sentinel, June 25, 2009: This article about Nelson Boice - who died Sunday and whose real-estate brokerage assembled the 27,000 acres that became Walt Disney World - mentions that Boice impressed his future wife of 66 years Suzanne Harbert ’44 with a yellow Packard convertible with red-leather seats.
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Top schools are SAT optional
Campus Compare, June 25, 2009: In this advice column, the author tells students that a poor SAT score doesn’t rule out a top school and mentions that Connecticut College is among those top liberal arts schools joining the “SAT optional” movement. This column was also printed in Kansas City Star (MO) and Columbus Ledger-Enquirer (OH).
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Bakanas '10 named to at-large team
The Redding Pilot, June 25, 2009: Junior Phoebe Bakanas, a member of the Connecticut College women’s water polo team, is named to the 2009 ESPN the Magazine Academic All-District 1 at-large third team in the college division. This story was also reported by Easton Courier.
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Women's center thanks Connecticut College volunteers
WEDH-TV Channel 24 (PBS) (CT), June 25, 2009: In this television broadcast, Cathy Zeiner, executive director of the Women’s Center of Southeastern Connecticut, says she appreciates the help of Connecticut College students who have chosen to become certified crisis counselors in order volunteer at the center’s 24-hour hotline.

League of Women Voters to come to Connecticut College
The Mystic Times, June 25, 2009: In this opinion piece about the benefits of joining the League of Women Voters, the author says discussions are in the works to start a chapter at Connecticut College.
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Heishman '09 named All-America
Carlisle Sentinel (PA), June 24, 2009: Senior water polo co-captain Emma Heishman is named an honorable mention All-America by the American Collegiate Water Polo Coaches Association.
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Hoffman '76 mentions alma mater
Georgetown University, June 24, 2009: In this article about Bruce Hoffman ’76, security studies professor at Georgetown University, Hoffman credits Connecticut College for first introducing him to the subject he now teaches.
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Dean Merrill '84 shares advice in NY Times blog
New York Times, June 23, 2009: Martha Merrill ´84, dean of admission and financial aid, is featured in the New York Times "The Choice" blog with tips on how to write a winning admission essay.
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Connecticut College a top employer
The Day, June 21, 2009: In a “New London By The Numbers” story, Connecticut College is touted as one of the top employers in the city.
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Eisenberg '99 movie opens
Boston Globe, June 20, 2009: This article says that the caveman buddy movie “Year One,” may just position Lee Eisenberg ’99 as one of Hollywood’s hottest young comedy writers.
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Bakanas '10 honored by ESPN the Magazine
The Day, June 18, 2009: Phoebe Bakanas ’10, water polo co-captain, is named to the 2009 ESPN the Magazine Academic All-District 1 at-large third team in the college division, joining Mickey Lenzi ’10, Sharon Katz ’10 and Marissa Demais ’11.
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Burlingame's book reviewed in The Atlantic
Atlantic Monthly, July/August 2009: Christopher Hitchens, an Atlantic contributing editor and a Vanity Fair columnist, reviews Professor Emeritus Michael Burlingame’s book, “Abraham Lincoln: A Life.”
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Founder of Storytelling Center dies
The Day, June 18, 2009: Barbara (Logan) Reed - who founded the Connecticut Storytelling Center, taught a course in storytelling at Connecticut College and started the annual Connecticut Storytelling festival at the college - died June 13.
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Alumnus does ballet with an 'edge'
Metro, June 18, 2009: Nicholas Leichter ’94, who studied ballet at Connecticut College, is getting his “street cred” back with a dance piece from the underground club scene.
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Lecturer to speak about Russian artists
Groton Times, June 17, 2009: As part of this year’s “One Book, One Region,” Jane Seney, visiting lecturer at Connecticut College, will present an interactive lecture focusing on major Russian artists.
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Alumnus is new lacrosse coach at Berry College
Lax Power, June 16, 2009: Chris Delfausse ’02 is the new head men’s lacrosse coach at Berry College in Rome, Ga. This story was also reported by Coosa Valley News (GA) and Rome News Tribune (GA).
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Alumni bike across U.S.
Greenwich Time, June 16, 2009: Liz Cryan '07 and Ben Alander '06, both teachers in Greenwich, are biking across the country this summer to raise money awareness for pediatric cancer research.
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Books purchased for children's collection
Westerly Sun, June 15, 2009: The Linda Lear Center for Special Collections and Archives at Connecticut College has purchased nine books weeded from the Westerly Library children’s collection for the Helen O. Gildersleeve Collection of children’s literature.
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Alumni dance their way back to Palmer
The Day, June 12, 2009: Visiting instructor of dance L’Ana Burton brings Connecticut College alumni who are now modern dancers in New York City to Palmer Auditorium for Creative Dance Continuum’s 20th annual gala concert.
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Alumna celebrates 65th wedding anniversary
McLean Connection (VA), June 10, 2009: Jane Peak ’42 and her husband Paul celebrate their 65th anniversary with more than 100 family members. The two discuss how they met at a square dance at Connecticut College.
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Wilson named new head women's basketball coach
The Day, June 10, 2009: Brian Wilson, associate head coach at the College of the Holy Cross, is named women’s basketball coach. This story was also reported by Hartford Courant.
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Alumna to lead town
Bennington Banner, June 10: Margaret “Margy” Becker ’77 is elected as the new town administrator for Shaftsbury, Vt.
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Funds awarded for medical research
WNPR News, June 9, 2009: More than $2.2 million for medical research projects will go to higher educational institutions in Connecticut, including Connecticut College.
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Prof. Vyse quoted about superstition
ThomasNet Industrial News Room, June 9, 2009: Stuart Vyse, professor of psychology and author of “Believing in Magic: The Psychology of Superstition,” is quoted about a study that is taking on the psychology of superstition.
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Students learn at the beach
The Day, June 9, 2009: Tracee Reiser, director of OVCS and associate dean for community learning, is quoted in this article about 41 students who attended “A Beach Experience,” an environmental education program.
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Murphy takes over as head soccer coach
The Day, June 9, 2009: Kenny Murphy, an assistant coach at Brown University, is named the new men’s soccer coach at Connecticut College. Fran Shields, director of athletics, is quoted as saying that Ken is the right man to carry the legacy of Bill Lessig forward. Telegram & Gazette (MA), Akron Beacon Journal (OH), Winston Salem Journal (NC) and Norwich Bulletin also reported this story.
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Job applicants turn out in droves
The Day, June 5, 2009: An article about companies and organizations hiring during the current recession quotes Amy Martin, manager of media relations, who says that a national search for an assistant director for multicultural programming yielded about 100 applicants in the first week.
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Connecticut College makes its case
Connecticut Magazine, June 2009: In this article, in which colleges in Connecticut “make a case for themselves” in a tough economy, Connecticut College is highlighted as “one of the nation’s premier liberal arts colleges.”

Prof. Howes quoted in NYT blog
New York Times, June 8, 2009: Candace Howes, the Barbara Hogate Ferrin ’43 Associate Professor of Economics, has prepared a detailed analysis of the probable impact of proposed wage cuts to home-care service workers in California. This “Economix” blog entry quotes from the report and links to Howes’ profile on the Connecticut College Web site.
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Incoming freshman excited for college
Westford Eagle (MA), June 8, 2009: On his high school graduation day, Connecticut College-bound Andrew Greaves ’13 says he hope to find a close-knit community in college.
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Smith '10 joins regional lacrosse team
Boston Globe, June 7, 2009: Defensive specialist Cookie Smith ’10 has been named to the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Association’s All-Berkshire Region second team.
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Senior athletes honored
The Day, June 6, 2009: Connecticut College hands out its senior athlete awards for the 2008-09 school season.
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East Asian studies aids high school program
The Lyme Times, June 6, 2009: There is a growing interest in Chinese language at Lyme-Old Lyme High School, and administrators at the school have stayed in touch with the East Asian Studies department at Connecticut College as it attempts to expand its offerings.
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Radio Station: 'SATs optional at Connecticut College'
WBAL-AM 1090 (CBS) (MD), June 5, 2009: This radio broadcast mentions that Connecticut College is among those schools who have gone test optional.

OVCS gets $3K
The Day, June 2, 2009: Connecticut College’s Office of Volunteers for Community Service is awarded $3,000 to support a reading tutorial program for New London third-graders.
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Prof. Harper in online video
The Day, June 2, 2009: An article and video about Rebecca Baehr, a senior at Lyme-Old Lyme High School who is interested in pursuing a career as a flutist, features Adjunct Professor Patricia Harper, who took Baehr on as a student while she was still in middle school.
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Green '94 one of 50 most influential Washington journalists
Washingtonian.com, June 1, 2009: Joshua Green '94, a senior editor at Atlantic magazine, is one of the 50 best and most influential journalists in Washington, according to The Washingtonian.
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Prof. Hendricks' art exhibition reviewed
Los Angeles Times, May 27, 2009: "Barkley L. Hendricks: Birth of the Cool," is reviewed. The exhibition displays more than 50 works by the professor of studio art, and the review says that his portraits present strikingly contrary profiles that are both political and emotional.
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Weekly reprints College Voice article
The Weekly Challenger, May 14, 2009: An April 27 feature article in The College Voice by Samantha Herndon '10 about the accomplishments and future plans of Khana Riley '09 is reprinted.
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Alumna artist featured in Texas newspaper
Midland Reporter-Telegram (TX), May 24, 2009: This feature article about Marian Bingham ’63 and her paintings and prints of horses mentions that while at Connecticut College, she received the Art Department Prize.
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Prof. Adele Myers and company performs
New Haven Register, May 24, 2009: Adele Myers and Dancers, a dance company owned by Adele Myers, visiting assistant professor of dance, will collaborate with MacArthur Dance Project to perform "One Night Only," an evening of contemporary dance in New Haven.
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Sailing sisters to part ways after college
The Day, May 24, 2009: Candace '09 and Bitsy Whipple '12, sisters on the Connecticut College sailing team who are parting ways following graduation, are highlighted. Emily Whipple '96, who served as a volunteer assistant coach in the spring, was also mentioned.
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When movies cost a quarter
Keene Sentinel (NH), May 23, 2009: In this column about the good old days, the author says the best part about being an usher at the Capitol Theater on Bank Street (when tickets cost 25 cents) was ushering the “pretty faces” from Connecticut College to their seats.
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Norton '09 heads to Germany on Fulbright
Gloucester Daily Times (MA), May 23, 2009: Julia Norton '09 will travel to Germany this year as part of the U.S. Fulbright Student Program.
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Incoming freshman to play tennis for Camels
Burlington Free Press, May 22, 2009: Cassie Smith '13, who plans to play tennis at Connecticut College, loves to watch "Grey's Anatomy" and eat Chinese food.

Murtagh '09 an All-American for steeplechase
The Salem News, May 22, 2009: Brian Murtagh '09, places eighth in the 3000-meter steeplechase and earns All-American honors in the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Marietta, Ohio.
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Prof. Pessin featured on Oprah Radio
Oprah Radio, May 20, 2009: Philosophy Professor Andrew Pessin talks to Gayle King on Oprah Radio about making philosophy fun and accessible, why Mensa isn't a good place to meet women and how he met his wife online.
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NTY blog quotes Admission Dean
New York Times blog, May 18, 2009: Martha Merrill, dean of admission and financial aid, is quoted in an article warning seniors to keep up their grades even after admitted and enroll at their choice institution.
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Connecticut College Commencement covered
The Day, May 18, 2009: This story about Connecticut College's 91st Commencement ceremony features quotes from speakers and several photographs of the graduates. WTNH-TV Channel 8 (ABC) also mentions the commencement.
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At Commencement, Nussbaum advocates for liberal arts
Hartford Courant, May 18, 2009: At Connecticut College's graduation, philosopher and feminist Martha Nussbaum urges graduates to advocate for the liberal arts.
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Sergi '09 is top female scholar-athlete
Boston Globe, May 17, 2009: Jill Sergi '09 is awarded the Connecticut College Brown/Brooks Award as the top female scholar-athlete in her class.
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Prof. Rose and Grenoble '09 team up in op-ed
The Day, May 16, 2009: Alexander Grenoble '09 and William Rose, professor of government, discuss the Pakistani government's military offensive against the Taliban insurgency. They call it a "losing formula" that follows a similar approach that failed in Colombia.
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Small lawn movement started by professor
Warwick Beacon (RI), May 14, 2009: According to the National Gardening Association, there are more than 25 million acres of lawn spread across the country, enough to cover the state of Virginia. This article suggests that the "non-lawn forces are growing," and mentions Smaller American Lawns Today, a movement started by William A. Niering, professor emeritus of botany.
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College is midpoint for MS bike ride
Turn to 10 (RI), May 14, 2009: On June 27, 900 cyclists will ride from Narragansett, R.I. to Connecticut College and back to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
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Two camels head to NCAA championships
The Day, May 13, 2009: For only the second time in the history of Connecticut College’s track and field program, two Camels reach the NCAA Division III Outdoor Track and Field Championships. The author writes, "junior Alex Samma and senior Brian Murtagh are school record holders in their respective events, respected team captains and shining examples of what student-athletes can accomplish with hard work, determination and talent."
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Freshman is 'out for the long run'
Outsports, May 12, 2009: This blog applauds freshman Brenner Green's participation in a documentary about gay athletes.
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NY Times mentions positive enrollment numbers
New York Times, May 11, 2009: This blog about college enrollment numbers mentions that enrollment at Connecticut College is on track.
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Students interviewed about wind power project
WVIT-TV NBC 30 News, May 11, 2009: Mike Seager '09 and Emily Conrad '11 are interviewed about two wind sensors they helped install on campus as part of an independent study to test the feasibility of generating wind power at Connecticut College.

Samma '10 leaps to school record
The Day, May 10, 2009: Alex Samma '10, who recently became the NCAA Division III National Triple Jump Champion, makes headlines after winning the triple jump competition at the All-New England Track and Field championships. He sets a Connecticut College outdoor record with a leap of 49 feet, 2 1/4 inches.
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Student quoted about Mother's Day
The Republican (MA), May 10, 2009: A story about how families across Western Massachusetts celebrated Mother's Day quotes Eric DelGizzo '10 as saying that he feels "an instinctive pull" to go home for the holiday.
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Retired prof. to deliver keynote
Louisville Courier-Journal (KY), May 9, 2009: This article mentions that Michael Burlingame, the May Buckley Sadowski Professor Emeritus of History, will deliver the keynote address at The Filson Institute's Public Conference May 14-16.
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Alumnus awarded 'Oscar of teaching'
Community Advocate (MA), May 8, 2009: Fifth-grade teacher Chris Louis Sardella '93 is one of 70 teachers across the nation to receive the Milken Educator Award and a $25,000 cash prize. The award has been called the "Oscar" of teaching.
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College honored with environmental award
The Day, May 8, 2009: Connecticut College is honored with a 2009 Connecticut Climate Change Leadership Award for its efforts to address global climate change.
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TV station highlight's emergency alert system
WTNH-TV Channel 8 (ABC), May 7, 2009: Deborah MacDonnell, director of public relations, and Jaime Crain '09 and Louis (Jon) Modica '10 are interviewed about Connecticut College's emergency alert system, Connect-Ed.
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Pres. Higdon offers career advice in op-ed
The Record (NJ), May 7, 2009: In this opinion piece, President Leo I. Higdon Jr. offers college seniors his top 10 job search strategies.
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Prof. Hendricks makes ArtForum cover
ArtForum, April 2009: A cover story by noted African American Art Historian Huey Copeland details the life, art and times of Barkley Hendricks, professor of art, and includes an eight-page spread and 11 color images.

Photo shows students erecting wind monitors
The Day, May 5, 2009: Pat Wallace '09, Mike Seager '09, Emily Conrad '11, Tyler Dunham '09 and Eric Dooley-Feldman '09, along with Doug Thompson, Karla Heurich Harrison '28 Director of the Goodwin-Niering Center, are featured in a photograph as they erect the first of two wind-monitoring stations for an independent study project.
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Arbo pond restored
The Day, May 4, 2009: A graduate's bequest made it possible for Connecticut College to dredge the Arboretum pond after invasive phragmites had crowded out native aquatic plants. Biology Professor Stephen Loomis and Glenn Dreyer, executive director of the Arboretum, are interviewed about the pond's recovery.
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Students look to wind for energy production
WTNH-TV Channel 8 (ABC), May 4, 2009: Six students working on an independent study are erect ing wind monitoring towers on campus to test how much wind is in the area and whether it would be feasible for Connecticut College to use wind as an energy source. Tyler Dunham '09 isinterviewed for the news segment, which was rebroadcast on May 5.
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Gallery manager honored by Hygienic Art
The Day, May 4, 2009: Greg Bowerman, gallery manager at Connecticut College and owner of the Golden Street Gallery, is recognized for outstanding dedicated volunteerism for Hygienic Art of New London.
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Teams sail to victory
The Day, May 4, 2009: At the New England Rowing Championship, the women's team won the novice four regatta and the men's team placed second in the petite final of the varsity four regatta.
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College increases aid budget by $1.5 million
The Day, May 4, 2009: While colleges are altering financial aid policies due to anxieties about private lenders, Connecticut College increases its financial aid budget by $1.5 million. Elaine Solinga, director of financial aid, is quoted.
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Relay for Life raises $53K
The Resident (CT), April 29, 2009: Some 415 participants assembled on 34 teams and raised more than $53,000 at this year's "Relay for Life" at Connecticut College.
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Class of '95 Commencement speech remembered
Student Life, May 3, 2009: Memorable quotes of Commencement speeches past include journalist Russell Baker's advice to the Connecticut College Class of 1995 about going out into the world: "Don’t do it."

LGBTQ director quoted in 70+ news outlets
Associated Press, May 1, 2009: Leading up to the National Equity Rally in Philadelphia, Jennifer Manion, visiting assistant professor of history and director of the LGBTQ center, is interviewed along with other gay rights activists. Similar stories were reported by more than 70 other news outlets.
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Housing policy touted as 'model'
Oregon Daily Emerald, May 1, 2009: This opinion piece about a recently-adopted gender-neutral housing policy at The University of Oregon argues that the university should use Connecticut College's policy as a model.
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Prof. Reder in Chronicle
Chronicle of Higher Education, May 1, 2009: Michael Reder, director of the Joy Shechtman Mankoff Center for Teaching and Learning, is quoted about two recently published papers showing that "active recall" is the best way to study. He says that while the studies are useful, they also present an old model of learning.
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Haberland '10 takes to the stage
The Day, April 30, 2009: A photograph accompanying a story about "The Power of Myth" at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center shows Mark Haberland '10 rehearsing for the show.
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Prof. Hendricks' artwork in online slideshow
The Morning News, April 27, 2009: Professor of Art Barkley Hendricks dished for an interview about why he stopped painting outdoors for a time, the psychology of portraiture and photographing the Klan. Several of his paintings are featured in an online slideshow.
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Ivanov performs at Choate
The Choate News, April 27, 2009: Maksim Ivanov, who teaches voice students at Connecticut College, is featured in an article about a recent adjunct faculty recital at Choate Rosemary Hall in Wallingford.
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Prof. Zimmer quoted in Nature
Nature, April 25, 2009: Marc Zimmer, professor of chemistry, is quoted in an article about a recent discovery that green fluorescent protein (GFP) can donate electrons to other molecules. He says it could be the best evidence yet for what GFP does in nature.
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Art prof. juries exhibition
Stonington Times, April 24, 2009: Denise Pelletier, assistant professor of art, juried an exhibition at the Mystic Arts Center at which Mara Gillen Beckwith '02 earned second prize for her piece, "The Engagement."
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College pool touted in the news
The New London Times, April 23, 2009: An article calls Connecticut College's pool the "finest in the area."
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Students spread the word about 'Forest Justice'
The Day, April 23, 2009: An article about Earth Day activities at Mitchell College mentions that three Connecticut College students offered stickers and information about their newly formed group, Forest Justice.
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Earth Day is month-long celebration
College News, April 22, 2009: An article about Earth Day events at various colleges says that Connecticut College "one-ups" NYU and USC by celebrating the holiday with an entire month's worth of events.
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Prof. Dorman honored with award
Olin.wustl.edu, April 22, 2009: David C. Dorfman MFA '81, chair of the Dance Department, is honored at the Washington University in St. Louis Olin Business School's Distinguished Business Alumni Awards Dinner.
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Dining Services goes localvore
The Day, April 22, 2009: In celebration of Earth Day, Dining Services hosts a "locavore" dinner in Harris Refectory.
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Trayless dining at Connecticut College
Connecticut Post, April 21, 2009: An article about Fairfield University's dining halls going "trayless" mentions that Connecticut College has also done away with trays in the dining halls to reduce waste. This story was also reported by WTNH News Channel 8.
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Inside Higher Ed mentions SAT optional policy
Inside Higher Ed, April 21, 2009: A story about increased interest in dropping the SAT requirement for admissions mentions that Connecticut College is going entirely standardized test optional.
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Kaminsky '09 displays photos in exhibit
The Day, April 21, 2009: A photo exhibit, "Proof of Community," by Gabrielle Kaminsky '09, is on display at the Golden Street Gallery in New London.
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Squash champ coming to Connecticut College
Press of Atlantic City, April 20, 2009: Ocean City High School senior Caleb Garza, who won the United States Men's Squash Skill Level 5.0 Championship, will play for Connecticut College in the fall.
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Earth Fest! highlighted
The Day, April 16, 2009: Earth Fest! at Connecticut College is highlighted in the entertainment section among other Earth Day events. A similar story was reported by The Dolphin (CT).
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Stilwell '11 honored for sportsmanship
Great Falls Connection (VA), April 15, 2009: Men's squash player Tyler Stilwell '11 is named to the winter All-Sportsmanship Team.
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Holocaust remembered
The Day, April 14, 2009: A brief article about Holocaust Remembrance Day mentions that there will be an interactive observance at Harkness Chapel Library April 21.
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Hip hop feminist hosts discussion
The Day, April 10, 2009: Heather Day '09, who is writing her thesis on feminism and hip-hop, organizes a "Rap Sessions" panel discussion, which takes on everything from Rihanna and Chris Brown to hip-hop culture.
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'Rap Sessions' at Connecticut College
Westerly Sun, April 9, 2009: A "Rap Sessions" panel about gender and hip-hop, organized by Heather Day '09, is highlighted in the entertainment section.
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College expands 'SAT Optional' policy
WTNH-TV Channel 8 (ABC), April 9, 2009: Connecticut College expands its SAT-optional admission policy to include all standardized tests.

Student discusses hip-hop on radio
Hot 93.7 FM (CT), April 8, 2009: Heather Day '09 is interviewed about the "Rap Sessions" panel on gender and hip-hop she organized.

Fundraiser to benefit women and children in Africa
The Day, April 7, 2009: An upcoming fundraiser at Connecticut College raises funds to benefit the Chikumbuso Women and Orphans Project, a community-based organization in Zambia, Africa, that helps empower women and children whose lives have been affected by AIDS.
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Admission's Herz quoted by Vermont TV station
WCAX-TV CH 3 (CBS) (VT), April 6, 2009: At a college fair i­­­n Vermont, Mitch Herz, assistant director of admission, speaks about affordability. Herz says that because of the college's financial aid policies, it could be cheaper for a student to attend Connecticut College than a state school.
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Theys '11 featured in commentary photo
Washington Times, April 6, 2009: A photo of Natalie Theys '11 at Power Shift '09 is used to illustrate a commentary about an amendment to the pending budget resolution that would deny carbon-emissions-tax supporters the use of a fast-track budget reconciliation rule to limit debate and pass their tax scheme by a simple majority.
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Hockey coach praised
The Day, April 5, 2009: A letter to the editor praises Kristin Steele, women's hockey coach, for her participation in the Southeastern Connecticut Youth Hockey League.
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Water conference makes front page
The Day, April 4, 2009: A Water Scarcity & Conflict conference at Connecticut College finds that while Americans are consuming less water than they did 20 years ago, the world's water supply has been stressed by overpopulation, industrial waste and other threats.
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Anyone for croquet?
The Day, April 1, 2009: A feature photo shows Connecticut College students playing a round of croquet on the green.
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Margenot '10 earns Goldwater Honor
The Call (RI), April 3, 2009: Andrew Margenot '10 is featured as a 2009 Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship Honorable Mention.
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Elizabeth Durante '10 remembered
WVIT-TC Channel 30 (NBC) and WTIC-TV Channel 61 (FOX), April 3, 2009: Joseph Schroeder, assistant professor of neuroscience, and several students are interviewed at a memorial service to remember Elizabeth Durante '10, who was killed by a suspected drunken driver. Thomas Gethin-Jones '09 tells Fox 61 that Elizabeth's service to others has infiltrated the entire Connecticut College community. A reporter spoke about the trips Elizabeth took in the name of helping others and reads from an essay she wrote during her last trip to Uganda.
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Day '09 is 'Hip Hop Feminist'
Norwich Bulletin, April 3, 2009: Heather Day '09 has organized a panel discussion that will bring leading experts to campus to discuss gender and hip-hop. Day says she considers herself a hip-hop feminist and is quoted as saying that she'd like to see hip hop rise to a higher standard that respects women.
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Paul Taylor Dance returns
The Day, April 2, 2009: An upcoming performance of Paul Taylor Dance Company, which has a history with Connecticut College that spans decades, makes the cover of The Day's weekly entertainment section.
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Prof. James on the Electoral College
New London Times, April 1, 2009: Dorothy James, professor of government, offered a historical perspective of the National Popular Vote movement, which would award all electoral votes to the presidential candidate with the most popular votes, at a recent library talk. James says that accuracy, simplicity and anonymity are needed in the voting process before "one person one vote" can become a reality.
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Gender-neutral housing policy praised
The Advocate (CT), April 1, 2009: An opinion piece mentions that Connecticut College is one of three Connecticut colleges and universities with gender identity and expression protections written into its policies.
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Fairfield U follows Connecticut College's lead

Hartford Courant, March 31, 2009: Fairfield University is adopting an SAT-optional admission policy similar to Connecticut College's policy.

Retired prof. discusses Lincoln in Jamaica
South Florida Caribbean News, March 31, 2009: Michael Burlingame, professor emeritus of history, is in Jamaica for a number of speaking engagements related to the connection between Presidents Lincoln and Obama.
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Economics prof. comments on medical care
New American Media, March 30, 2009: Amid a budget crisis in California, thousands of caregivers for the elderly and disabled see a dramatic cut in their salaries. Candace Howes, professor of economics, is quoted as saying that if wages go down, the burden will shift to nursing homes and Medicare, which could cause further detriment to the economy.
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Dance legend Paul Taylor talks about Connecticut College
WLIU 88.3 FM (NY), March 30, 2009: Paul Taylor, founder of Paul Taylor Dance Company, discusses his connection to Connecticut College in anticipation of the company's upcoming performance as part of the onStage at Connecticut College season.

Celebration Earth highlighted
The Day, March 30, 2008: Connecticut College's "Celebration Earth: 2009," a series of events in April aimed at promoting sustainability, conservation and environmental awareness, is highlighted.

Rhode Island Monthly: Check out the Arbo
Rhode Island Monthly, April 2009: A travel article about New London suggests the Connecticut College Arboretum for a stroll during warm weather.

Field Hockey team among top five smartest
The Day, March 28, 2009: For the second straight year, Connecticut College's field hockey team was ranked among the top five smartest in the nation.
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'Monster' at Connecticut College
Westerly Sun, March 26, 2009: The weekly entertainment section features a photo and story about an upcoming production of "Monster" by Rebecca Pappas '01.
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Alumnus' sculpture at Prudential Center
Hunterdon Review (NJ), March 26, 2009: Jon Krawczyk '92, an abstract sculptor, has his biggest commission to date - a stainless steel hockey player - installed in front of the Prudential Center in Newark, where the New Jersey Devils play.
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Photo highlights 'Earth Hour'
The Day, March 29, 2009: Priya Bajaj '12 is featured holding a candle during Connecticut College's Earth Hour demonstration.
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Student photographed at PowerShift
Washington Times, March 25, 2009: Natalie Theys '11 is pictured at Powershift '09 holding a sign among the thousands who attended a rally on Capitol Hill to push for climate and energy legislation.
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Burlingame to give keynote
Journal-Courier (IL), March 24, 2009: Professor Emeritus Michael Burlingame will be a keynote speaker at the Illinois State Historical Society's annual symposium in Jacksonville, which brings together more than 200 scholars and educators to shed light on the latest Lincoln research.
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Freshman featured in Sports Illustrated
Sports Illustrated, March 23, 2009: Antonio Diaz-Gonzalez Salas '12, the New England Small College Athletic Conference Rookie of The Year, is featured in the highest-circulating sports publication in the world alongside some of the best young athletes in the country.
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Prof. Garofalo speaks out about drug war
The Day, March 23, 2009: In an opinion piece, Leo Garofalo, assistant professor of history, argues that U.S. drug dollars, weapons and ammunition are helping to fuel Mexico's drug war.
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Paul Taylor Dance to perform
Norwich Bulletin, March 25, 2009: Robert Richter, director of arts programming, is quoted as saying that an upcoming performance by the Paul Taylor Dance Company - which, in 1962 at Connecticut College, debuted the work that would make it famous - would give the college a chance to look at its dance history.
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NESCAC honor goes to Driscoll '10
The Salem News, March 20, 2009: Sean Driscoll '10 has been honored with the NESCAC All-Sportsmanship award for hockey.
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Prof. Dorfman comments on alumna's dance piece
Norwich Bulletin, March 20, 2009: The cover of the Living section features an article about Rebecca Pappas' '01 upcoming production of "Monster" at Connecticut College. Pappas says the production explores the contradiction between the "weak, emaciated" image of concentration camp victims and the "very strong, aggressive" body often associated with Jewish heritage. David Dorfman, head of the dance department, is quoted as saying that Pappas combines "imagistic and kinetic impulse" in the piece.
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Prof. Vyse on superstition in hard times
The Hamilton Spectator, March 20, 2009: Stuart Vyse, professor of psychology, is quoted about people who have been turning to psychics for hope in a poor economy. The simple act of doing something, says Vyse, gives people a sense of control.
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Amelia Trio performs at opera house
Register-Star (NY), March 20, 2009: The Amelia Trio - made up of Music Department faculty Anthea Kreston, Jason Duckles and Rieko Aizawa - is featured in anticipation of an upcoming performance at The Hudson Opera House.
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'Vagina Monologues' brings campus together
The Waterford Times, March 19, 2009: 'Vagina Monologues" producer Megan Nashban '09, director Eleanor Berke '09 and actress Quinn Arevalo '10 are quoted. Arevalo says she likes the idea of college women coming together to have their voices heard about an important issue. This article was also printed in The Stonington Times and The New London Times.
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Prof. Falc�n comments on immigration
Latina, March 18, 2009: Sylvanna Falcón, the Lenore Tingle Howard '42 Assistant Professor of Sociology, was quoted in about the perils women face as they attempt to immigrate to America. Falcón said that in addition to sexual exploitation by smugglers, there have been documented incidents of U.S. Border Patrol agents raping women or pressuring them for sex.
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Field hockey team among the smartest
RPI Athletics, March 18, 2009: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's athletics page mentions that Connecticut College's field hockey team is tied with M.I.T. for fourth smartest in the nation.
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Carlson '08 to run Boston Marathon
Wicked Local (MA), March 18, 2009: Maddie Carlson '08 - who now works in financial services in New York - is featured as one of a group of students who graduated from Acton-Boxborough Regional High School who will be running the Boston Marathon.
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Students discuss 'Vagina Monologues'
WLIU 88.3 FM (NY), March 23, 2009: Eleanor Berke '09, Megan Nashban '09 and Quinn Arevalo '10 are interviewed live about a production of "The Vagina Monologues" at Connecticut College. Berke says it has been powerful to see so many women come together to represent the voices in the monologues. Arevalo says the production touches all women. Nashban says her involvement over the years has helped her to find her voice.

Students help rebuild New Orleans
The Daily Campus (UConn), March 16, 2009: A first-person piece about 30 college students from Connecticut spending spring break rebuilding communities in and around New Orleans mentions that students from Connecticut College were among the group.
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Eight are repeat selections for NESCAC All-Academic
The Day, March 16, 2009: Eight Connecticut College athletes are repeat selections to the New England Small College Athletic Conference Winter All-Academic teams.
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New security equipment prevents data theft
Centre Daily Times (PA), March 16, 2009: Connecticut College has purchased new security equipment to stop data breaches that could lead to identity theft.

History Channel documentary features Prof. Downs
History Channel, March 15, 2009: James Downs, assistant professor of history, is interviewed about Abraham Lincoln's sexuality in “Beltway Unbuckled,” a documentary about the role of sex throughout America's history.

Samma '10 is NCAA champion
The Day, March 15, 2009: Alex Samma '10, who lept 49 feet, 5 ½ inches, is the first national champion in the history of Connecticut College's track and field program to win the Division III triple jump title. Daily Press (VA) and Terre Haute Tribune Star (IN) also reported the story.
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Prof. Vyse on NPR
WNYC-FM 93.9 (National Public Radio), March 13, 2009: Stuart Vyse, professor of psychology and author of "Believing in Magic: The Psychology of Superstition," is interviewed on the Leonard Lopate Show about where superstitious beliefs come from and how they affect behavior on Friday, March 13th.
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College wins award for campus internationalism
The Chronicle of Higher Education, March 10, 2009: Connecticut College is one of five institutions to receive the 2009 Nafsa: Association of International Educators' Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalism. The award recognizes colleges and universities for their innovative efforts to bring more of an international focus to their campuses.
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Camels beat cold and Salve Regina
Lacrosse Magazine, March 9, 2009: Connecticut College's men's lacrosse team withstands frigid temperatures, ice and 25 mile-per-hour wind gusts to beat Salve Regina.
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'Vagina Monologues' proceeds to go to Women's Center
The Day, March 6, 2009: Nearly all of the proceeds from the College's upcoming production of "The Vagina Monologues" will go to the Women's Center of Southeastern Connecticut, which recently had to cut 24-hour staffing due to lack of funding. Megan Nashban '09, producer of the 2009 "Vagina Monologues" production, is quoted in the story.
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Prof. Vyse explains the mullet
The Day, March 6, 2009: Stuart Vyse, professor of psychology, appears in a comedic video column about the stereotypes associated with the hairstyle known as the "mullet."

Porter '12 is NESCAC Rookie of the Year
The Berkshire Eagle (MA), March 6, 2009: Demetrius Porter '12 has been named NESCAC rookie of the year for men's basketball. The Day also reported the story.

Bradley '10 named to All-NESCAC team
Hartford Courant, March 6, 2009: Forward Trevor Bradley '10 has been named to the men's hockey All-NESCAC second team.

Prof. Anthony helps remember Roberta Bitgood '28
The Day, March 16, 2009: The New London County Chapter of the American Guild of Organists has arranged a concert in the memory of Roberta Bitgood Wiersma '28, who entered Connecticut College at age 16 and became a famed American organist and composer. John Anthony, professor of music, is helping to arrange the concert.
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College hosts Relay for Life
The Mystic Times, March 5, 2009: Connecticut College's first "Relay for Life" event on campus is highlighted.
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Irish Ensemble comes to Conn College
The Day, March 5: onStage at Connecticut College hosts a concert of the Danú Traditional Irish Ensemble, which is the cover story for The Day's weekly entertainment section.
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Prof. Dorothy James works with Electoral College reform
The Thames River Times (CT) and The Groton Times, March 5: Professor of Government Dorothy James provides context for a public forum about a proposed effort to reform the Electoral College called The National Popular Vote Compact - this reform would award all electoral votes to the presidential candidate with the most popular votes.
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Student DJ Daniel O'Keefe at WCNI station
The Day, March 5: Daniel O'Keefe '09 is pictured above the fold of the region section as he deejays at WCNI 90.9.
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Lauren Mellen NESCAC Player of the Week
The Day, March 5: Senior goalie Lauren Mellen is named the New England Small College Athletic Conference Player of the Week after stopping 53 out of 54 shots on goal in the quarterfinals of the NESCAC tournament.
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Chocolate-covered insects enjoyed by Anthropology class
The Day, March 5: David Gracer, who promotes the consumption of insects as a sustainable food source, visits Anthropology Professor Manuel Lizarralde's botany class. Several students are featured in a video on TheDay.com tasting Gracer's delicacies.
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Jack Tinker in WSJ
Wall Street Journal, March 15: Jack Tinker, director of recruiting in the Career Enhancing Life Skills office, is quoted about how internships can help grads gain the experience necessary to compete against laid-off workers. The article also ran in more than 20 other national publications, including The Sunday Journal Sentinel (WI), South Florida Sun-Sentinel, News Sentinel (TN), Austin-American Statesman (TX), Salt Lake Tribune (UT), Sacramento Bee (CA), Tampa Tribune (FL), Sunday Patriot-News (PA) and Contra Costa Times (CA).
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Justin Goot and friends enjoy the snowday
The Day, March 3: Justin Goot '10 talks about the recent snowstorm. While most students had the day off, a few professors still held classes. Other students borrowed trays from the dining hall to sled at the arboretum, tried making snowmen or played football on the green, he says.
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