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Jordi Comas, an organizer for the event and Bucknell professor, said that he started playing Ultimate as a freshman at Carleton College in Minnesota. Everybody played, said Comas. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Supreme through the summer haze Aug 3, 2007
Robin s paper reported on an empirical study conducted with the Carleton College Class of 66 that gathered at a reunion. Specifically, it reported on high-confidence relationships between humor preferences and nostalgic remembrance of Peter, Paul and Mary songs. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Police chief’s data on Northfield heroin being questioned Jul 16, 2007
Carleton College officials report an increase in thefts, but neighboring St. Olaf College reports no increase. Northfield schools Superintendent Chris Richardson said he learned about the police chief s news conference only a couple of hours beforehand and was dumbfounded by the chief s assessment. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Collegiate Scholars Program creates confident, prepared critical thinkers who are off to college Jul 14, 2007
Those include Boston University, Carleton College, Spelman College, the University of Michigan, the University of Southern California, The Juilliard School, Wellesley College, Duke University and Chicago, where six graduating Collegiate Scholars will be enrolled. One of those six students is Jennie Vazquez, a 2007 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Volunteers HOPE to make a difference Jun 30, 2007
James Sheridan, 18, a sophomore at Carleton College, unscrews the bolts on windows to be replaced on a Clay County home during Charleston Catholic High Schools weeklong home-repair project. Sheridan, a 2006 graduate, returned to volunteer for the project he called an incredible experience. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Obituaries for Thursday, June 28, 2007 Jun 28, 2007
She graduated from Carleton College in 1937 and acquired a master s degree in geology from the University of Minnesota in 1939. She was nominated and confirmed as a member in the Sigma XI scientific society for her achievements in research. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
A bid to build centrism in US politics Jun 22, 2007
" The emphasis is on ideas over ideology, building trust instead of enmity with opposing politicians, embracing innovation with more regard to citizens than to which party thought of it first or who gets credit. The idea also plays into the yearning of an increasingly frustrated voting public for another principle: Get it done. "Arnold is the perfect example of the moment for broad coalition-building going on outside Washington," Steven Schier, a political scientist at Carleton College, in... (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Northfield's tech strategy Jun 9, 2007
The fiber network was built to serve St. Olaf and Carleton College, but it's expanding to cover other parts of the city, starting with businesses. The access to the high-speed Internet connection through a fiber network, which is rare in a city of Northfield's size, appealed to Elliott. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Finding Minnesota: A Cornfield Becomes An Airfield Jun 4, 2007
Sensing an urgent need for pilots, Carleton College and the Army Air Corps rushed Stanton Airfield, near Northfield, Minn. into action. (WCCO.com, MN)
WSHS trio punches state tickets Jun 3, 2007
She will be pulling double duty, because she won the discus (136-4) to qualify during the opening day of the Section 1AA meet at Carleton College. Potter won t be alone beginning Friday at Hamline College for the Class 2A state meet. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Packers send nine events to finals Jun 1, 2007
The Austin girls track team advanced six events through prelims Thursday at the Section 1AA track meet at Carleton College in Northfield. Returning state qualifier Jessica Webber made the first steps toward another trip to Hamline University with a qualifying time of 46. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Tigers run well at conference meet, prepare for sections May 31, 2007
Our next meet is Thursday and Saturday at Carleton College in Northfield. It is the section meet which will decide who qualifies for the state meet the following weekend. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Carleton College raising $300M May 24, 2007
Carleton College is a private liberal arts institution of 1,900 students located in Northfield, Minn. about 40 miles south of the Twin Cities. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Colleges deal with items left behind by students May 22, 2007
Programs also have sprung up in recent years at numerous other schools, among them Tufts, Santa Clara University, the University of Colorado, Furman University and Carleton College in Minnesota. Sometimes, student environmental groups are the driving force. (CNN)
BOYS TRACK: In big races, Winona's top runners know when to pick up the pace May 16, 2007
Heath s section meet is May 31 and June 2 at Carleton College. The state championships are June 8-9 at Hamline University in St. Paul. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Grads face low pay, high loan debt Apr 30, 2007
With the cost of college climbing at a faster rate than inflation, College Board researcher Sandy Baum and Saul Schwartz, a Carleton College professor, recently explored the question, "How much debt is too much?". While people who borrow often believe they will not be overextended if a lender seems confident they can handle a loan, Baum and Schwartz warn against that assumption. (Sunspot.net -- Business)
Shepaug Graduate Performs on Radio Show, Releases CD Apr 29, 2007
Aaron Kaufman, a graduate of Shepaug High School and a sophomore economics major at Carleton College, started the interview inside the library on campus, then figured it would be better to finish the conversation outside. On April 14, he was center stage in Madison, Wis. (Voices, CT)
SMU clinches playoff berth after sweeping Carleton Apr 29, 2007
Entering Saturday s home doubleheader with Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference rival Carleton College, the Cardinals had won eight of their last 11, were in third place in the MIAC standings and were a sweep away from clinching a playoff spot. Not only did they get the sweep and secure a place in the playoffs, beating the Knights 4-2 and 11-4, they got to do it during Senior Day, the last home game for five Cardinals, including pitcher Megan Wallisch. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Famed woodworker comes to Corvallis Apr 12, 2007
He teaches at a variety of woodworking schools, including the College of the Redwoods and Carleton College. His most well-known publication is Classic Joints with Power Tools. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Technology Opens New Doors for People with Disabilities Apr 10, 2007
will be a sophomore at Carleton College, a private liberal arts school in Northfield, Minn. and he's already the big man on campus. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Small colleges raise the bar on admissions Apr 8, 2007
He is leaning toward attending Carleton College or Macalester College, both in Minnesota, where he was offered admission and can play baseball. "I would definitely give people the advice to apply to a number of schools where they would be happy, because as good of numbers you have, you never know what is going to happen," Hill said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Some small colleges tougher on admissions Apr 8, 2007
He is leaning toward attending Carleton College or Macalester College, both in Minnesota, where he was offered admission and can play baseball. would definitely give people the advice to apply to a number of schools where they would be happy, because as good of numbers you have, you never know what is going to happen, Hill said. (Davis Enterprise, CA)
Alumni winter sports season wrap up Apr 4, 2007
Annie Isler played in all 27 games as a junior for the Carleton College women's basketball team. Isler averaged 7. (Minnetonka Lakeshore Weekly News, MN)
U.S. political landscape tilts to Democrats Post a comment Mar 23, 2007
But Democrats shouldn't start popping the champagne yet,'' said Steve Schier, a political scientist at Minnesota's Carleton College. This group. (The Miami Herald)
Stars aligned to lead Bantams to playoffs Mar 18, 2007
with a doubleheader against Central College and Carleton College. Today they face the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and Wellesley College in another doubleheader in the Rebel Spring Games. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Lions Split Between Occidental Distance Carnival and Long Beach Relays This Weekend Mar 15, 2007
Some of the teams that competed at the distance carnival last year include Redlands, Lewis , Vanguard, Carleton College, Pomona-Pitzer, Cal State San Marcos, Occidental, Whittier College, Cal Lutheran, Fresno Pacific, La Verne, Claremont Mudd Scripps, and Ventura College. Some of the teams that competed at the relays last year include Long Beach State, Cerritos College, USC, El Camino College, Pasadena City College, Cal Poly Pomona, Long Beach City College and Cal State San Marcos. (Lmulions.com)
Cool Hand Hagel? Mar 14, 2007
"I am here today to announce that my family and I will make a decision on my political future later this year. In somewhat pertinent part, responding to a question: I am not an anti-war candidate. Although he didnt make legitimate news Monday, someone should offer this BULLETIN to the senator: If Chuck Hagel is not the perceived anti-war candidate, there is absolutely no practical reason for him to be a candidate. None. His call to get out of Iraq stands between him and the status of... (Nebraska Statepaper)
WP: Terrorists proving harder to profile Mar 12, 2007
Zenab Armend Pisheh, a student at Carleton College in Northfield, Minn. said a member of the cell asked her to wire more than $5,000 so the defendants could go to in 2003 to attend an al-Qaeda training camp. (MSNBC -- Race)
News obituaries: Legendary Austin teacher, coach Mar 11, 2007
He came to AHS in 1949 with a bachelor s degree from Carleton College and a master s degree from Macalaster, and quickly gained a reputation as a quality educator and coach. Richard Lees, AHS quarterback in the early 1950s, said, He was one of the most influential adults I had growing up. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Cheney Ex-Aide's Conviction Deepens Bush's Second-Term Woes Mar 7, 2007
Bush ``has had to deal with Iraq, Katrina, and now a major scandal,'' Steven Schier, a presidential scholar at Carleton College, in Northfield, Minnesota, said in an interview. Libby, 56, is likely to serve a prison sentence unless pardoned because the case ``goes to the very heart of the judicial process,'' said Robert Plotkin, a Washington defense attorney. (Bloomberg)
Synchronized Swimming Wins 16th North Regional Championship Mar 4, 2007
Elise Cordo (Carleton College) - 83 ... Zofi Kudak-Field, Stephanie Moberg (Carleton College) - 80. (Ohiostatebuckeyes.com)
Martin Trow, leading scholar in higher education studies, dies at 80 UCB, Mar. 02 Mar 3, 2007
He had also been awarded honorary degrees from the University of Stockholm, the University of Sussex, the University of Northumbria at Newcastle, the University of Warwick, the University of Lancaster, and Carleton College, where he was a trustee for many years. He has written more than 150 articles and 11 books. (University of California Newswire, CA)
Measuring Democratic impact on America Mar 3, 2007
"The low-hanging fruit has been picked. Now they're running into reality," Steven Schier, a Carleton College political scientist, said of Democrats. "To push these things any farther is tough.". (Houston Chronicle)
Synchronized Swimming Welcomes Six Squads to Columbus for North Regional Championships Mar 1, 2007
Carleton College finished second with 79 points, while Minnesota scored 72 points to round out the Top 3. and continued their success in the trio event, winning their fourth routine of the season with a score of 92. (Ohiostatebuckeyes.com)
Albert Lea’s Jean, Ehrhard honored in Region I Feb 21, 2007
In the category of Contributor/Official, longtime tournament director and official DeWaine Silker of Rochester, and former Carleton College coach Eiler Henrickson of Northfield will be honored. Henrickson officiated 18 straight Minnesota State Tournaments. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Renowned OSU scholar to retire Feb 20, 2007
Even though he was well-credentialed, in 1979 Borg found himself in a nontenurable position at Carleton College in Northfield, Minn. He was recently divorced and wanted to stay in Minnesota to be near his two young children, But if he had to relocate, Borg said, he was leaning toward either Maine or Oregon even though he had never been to either state. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
COllege roundup: Bradford sets team record at Carleton Invite Feb 3, 2007
47) at the Carleton College four-team invite. Magnuson went 11-feet, 7 inches in winning the pole vault. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Tricia Turley Chosen To Participate In 2007-08 NCAA Fellows Leadership Development Program Feb 1, 2007
Gerald Young, associate athletics director and professor in physical education and recreation, Carleton College (Division III) Executive mentor: Bob Nielson, director of athletics, University of Minnesota, Duluth. NCAA fellows remain at their current institutions for the duration of the program and attend the NCAA Convention, Association-related meetings, retreats and workshops. (Umassathletics.com)
Grads will get lots of job offers Jan 28, 2007
Mike Hendel, interim director for the career center at Carleton College in Northfield, Minn. says he, too, is counseling students deciding among "two or three really good offers.". (The Standard-Times, MA)
BSML Appoints New Chief Financial Officer Jan 24, 2007
Mr. DeYoung earned a B.A. in English Literature from Carleton College, and an M.B.A. from the University of Michigan. He is licensed as a CPA and a member of the AICPA. "I am delighted to be able to invite Rich to join the BSML team," said Dr. Julian Feneley, BSML's CEO. "I am confident he will make an outstanding contribution. I also want to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Ken for his dedicated and exceptional service to the Company." BSML, Inc., formerly known as BriteSmile, Inc.,... (PR Newswire)
SMU men drop third straight Jan 11, 2007
The Saint Mary s University men s basketball team dropped its third-consecutive game, losing 77-49 at Carleton College on Wednesday. It was the Cardinals second-lowest scoring output of the season as no SMU player scored in double-figures. (Winona Daily News, MN)
- Tulane's Toledo Announces Football Coaching Staff [+] Jan 7, 2007
From 2001-04, Lichtenberger was the offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach at Carleton College in Northfield, Minn. He served as the offensive line coach as a graduate assistant at Idaho, and was the tight ends coach at the University of Nevada during the 2000 season. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
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He has held Assistant Professor positions at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tulane University, and Carleton College. Robert will be speaking about his travels and interesting people he has encountered on his way to the White House, as well as his time he spent in Williston. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)