And Then What? Oct 4, 2008
Location: MA Reply # 1 Date: Oct 4, 2008 - 7:42 AM EST Subject: turned around I entered Fordham University as a screaming liberal, studied economics under some excellent liberal professors. Then I found Thomas Sowell and Walter Williams and Milton Freidman and so on. (Townhall.com)
Local Franciscan sister dies Oct 4, 2008
She also studied theology at Fordham University. By. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Fordham University Joins Digital Arts Alliance Oct 3, 2008
Pearson Foundation Joins First Bronx Technology Collaborative Annual Conference BRONX, N.Y., Oct. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pearson Foundation announced today that Fordham University has joined the Digital Arts Alliance, the consortium that promotes digital arts K-12 education through fully funded and staffed programs delivered directly to schools and community centers nationwide ... As part of the Digital Arts Alliance, Fordham University will present the First Bronx Technology Collaborative Annual... (PR Newswire)
Housing values at heart of massive bailout plan Sep 23, 2008
The nub of the problem is mortgage-backed securities that people have a hard time valuing, and (the rescue plan) doesn t address that, said James R. Lothian, a professor of finance at Fordham University and a former executive at Citicorp. But the basic thing that needs to be done is to provide liquidity to the banking system and markets so we don t have bank runs going on. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
How To Wear Nude Without Looking Naked Sep 21, 2008
After several seasons of volume (babydoll dresses and trapeze tops have been popular among female shoppers), fashion is returning to a focus on the body, says Susan Scafidi, fashion and retailing expert and professor at Fordham University Law School. What's more, designers have invented new ways to reveal and conceal the body, says Jayne Mountford, vice president of trend reporting at Stylesight, a trend forecasting firm. (Forbes)
Pioneers Back in Action Taking on Iona Sep 19, 2008
Prior to coming to Iona, Mariani was the offensive coordinator at Fordham University from 1994 through 1997. He also had coaching stops at Lehigh and Morehead State. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
SEC plans measures against short-selling Sep 16, 2008
But Steve Thel, a business law professor at Fordham University who was an attorney at the SEC, said the agency's actions are a way to limit abuses in short-selling in an orderly way without making it hard for people to express negative opinion about companies. The purpose of market regulations is not to protect incumbent management from the market's understanding of bad news, Thel said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
GW Women's Soccer Batters Bison, 4-0 Sep 15, 2008
m. The Colonials open the Atlantic 10 season Friday, September 26 at 4 p.m. at Mount Vernon Field (2100 Foxhall Rd. NW) against Fordham University. (Gwsports.com)
Jonathan M. Tisch Backs Walnut Hill Media, LLC -- New Company Investing in Media Ventures and Developing Creative Content with Partners and Co-Investors Sep 15, 2008
Stewart graduated from Tufts University in Medford, MA in 1990 and from Fordham University School of Law in New York City in 1993. About Jen Farley. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Complete Results Sep 14, 2008
10 Fordham University 315 302 617 T 3 Nico Mizono 74 69 143 T 31 TREVOR SEVFER 80 74 154 T 36 DEVON O'ROURKE 80 75 155 56 NIKHIL ANDERSEN 82 84 166 58 Zach Murray 81 88 169. 11 St. Peter's College 314 306 620 T 18 Sean Fitzpatrick 76 73 149 T 18 Billy Sues 75 74 149 T 46 TJ Sumigray 77 81 158 54 Tyler Pang 86 78 164 60 Greg Nordtveit 90 84 174. (Bucknellbison.com)
Is 'Green' Fashion Sustainable? Designers Say Yes Sep 11, 2008
The focus on green manufacturing and recycled materials is galvanizing the fashion trade but will not last unless the industry sets specific standards or until consumers believe green materials will noticeably improve their lives, said Susan Scafidi, a Fordham University fashion law professor. "The consumer needs to be convinced it's not only good for the environment but also for her," she said. (Planet Ark, United States)
An America-first election -- and Obama benefits Sep 11, 2008
"The Democrats have never been perceived as strong on national security," says Monika McDermott, a political scientist and polling expert at Fordham University. "Part of it is that they don't come across as tough and part of it is the result of stereotypes. And Barack Obama just doesn't have the foreign-policy credentials to change that.". (Salon)
John McCain is connecting with voters Sep 10, 2008
"I'd like to know how well Sarah Palin is going to wear with the voters," said Monika McDermott, a political scientist and polling expert at Fordham University. "The polls are doing whatever they can to capture the dynamic surrounding her. But we don't know how long it will last.". (Salon)
Scully will return for 60th season Sep 6, 2008
He joined Red Barber and Connie Desmond on the Brooklyn Dodgers broadcast team in 1950, one year after graduating from Fordham University. In 1982, Scully was inducted into the broadcaster's wing of Baseball's Hall of Fame as winner of the Ford C. Frick Award and also had his star placed on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Prime City One Capital Corp. Announces New CEO, Board Changes and Private Placement Closing Sep 4, 2008
He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Fordham University in New York with a BSc. in Accounting in 1995. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Russ Bent, 79, helped refine psychology Aug 31, 2008
Dr. Bent grew up on the outskirts of New York and received his doctorate in clinical psychology from Fordham University in 1961. In 1966, he joined the faculty of Emory University. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Little-Known Palin May Be Benefit or Bust for McCain's Campaign Aug 30, 2008
The next few days will be a critical test for Palin as the media and critics dig through her record, said Fordham University political scientist Costas Panagopoulos. Palin will face intense scrutiny by the media and by voters who need assurance that she is ready to assume the presidency at a moment's notice, if necessary,'' Panagopoulos said. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
NABA Chairman Welcome address at the 2nd Annual Convention in NY Aug 22, 2008
WELCOME ADDRESS BY REV. SAMUEL NANA OPOKU, CHAIRMAN OF THE NORTH AMERICAN BAPTIST ASSOCIATION OF THE GHANA BAPTIST CONVENTION (NABA) AT THE 2ND ANNUAL SESSION HELD AT THE FORDHAM UNIVERSITY IN THE BRONX, NY. JULY 25 - 27, 2008. SALUTATION: Honorable Invited guest, Nananom, Members of the Clergy and our Churches that are represented here. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
New leaders at Weston schools Aug 22, 2008
D in Language, Literacy and Learning from Fordham University in New York and earned a Certificate of Advanced Study in Administration and Supervision and an M.S. degree in American Studies from Fairfield University. He taught English at Brian McMahon High School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School in Norwalk prior to becoming a school administrator. (Westport Minuteman, CT)
Experts: video games can help kids learn Aug 20, 2008
In one Fordham University study, 122 students in fifth, sixth and seventh grades were asked to think out loud for 20 minutes while playing a game they had never seen before. Researchers studied the children's statements to see if playing the game improved cognitive and perceptual skills. (CNN -- Tech)
With no reviews, Delta merger 'on track' Aug 20, 2008
Frank Werner, a Fordham University professor who has been studying the proposed merger, said politics is playing a role in the merger s timing. They are hustling to get this done before the Bush administration leaves, he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
A positive take on video games Aug 19, 2008
"The younger kids are focusing more on their planning and problem-solving while they are actually playing the game, while adolescents are focusing less on their planning and strategizing and more on the here and now," said researcher and Fordham University psychologist Fran Blumberg. Another study compared surgeons who play video games with those who don't. (Boston Globe)
Gaming gets good rap Aug 19, 2008
Yet another study, at Fordham University, measured the effect of learning a new video game on problem-solving skills in middle-school-age children and found that "playing video games can improve cognitive and perceptual skills.". "Certain types of video games can have beneficial effects improving gamers' dexterity as well as their ability to problem-solve - attributes that have proven useful not only to students but to surgeons," the researchers found. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Videogames improve surgeons' skills Aug 19, 2008
In one study, Fordham University psychologist Fran C Blumberg, PhD, and Sabrina S Ismailer, MSED, examined 122 fifth-, sixth- and seventh-graders' problem-solving behaviour while playing a videogame that they had never seen before to show that playing video games could improve cognitive and perceptual skills. As the children played the game, they were asked to think aloud for 20 minutes. (India Times, India)
Playing video games offers learning across life span, say studies Aug 18, 2008
In one paper, Fordham University psychologist Fran C. Blumberg, PhD, and Sabrina S. Ismailer, MSED, examined 122 fifth-, sixth- and seventh-graders' problem-solving behavior while playing a video game that they had never seen before to show that playing video games can improve cognitive and perceptual skills ... Presentations: "Four dimensions of Video Game Effects," William Stone, BS, and Douglas A. Gentile, PhD, Iowa State University; "Games, Stealth Assessment and Learning," Valerie Shute,... (EurekAlert!)
Will drama return to political conventions? Aug 17, 2008
Costas Panagopoulos, the director of the Center for Electoral Politics and Democracy at Fordham University, said whatever the complaints, conventions are likely to remain a staple of the presidential selection process. "I'm not sure most voters would miss them, but they do serve this important ritualistic function," he said. (AZCentral -- News)
Photo Release -- Northrop Grumman Announces Leadership Appointments Supporting Department of Energy Work Aug 12, 2008
She earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Fordham University, a master's degree in mathematics from Lehman College, and has completed the Harvard University general manager's program. Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC was formed by Fluor Corporation, with partners Northrop Grumman and Honeywell. (Primezone Releases)
Obama Heads For Hawaii Vacation Aug 9, 2008
Costas Panagopoulos, director of the Center for Electoral Politics and Democracy at Fordham University, said most voters would sympathize with Obama's need for a respite from the marathon campaign. "As long as he doesn't go windsurfing, he should be OK," he said, referring to a vacation photograph of 2004 nominee John Kerry that got endlessly replayed in Republican attack ads portraying the Democrat as an effete liberal. (Newsmax)
Around Town -- Heritage Days does it again Aug 8, 2008
Jeff Asmar graduated from Fordham University School of Business with a degree in finance and is now working in New York. Ryan Walls graduated from Fordham University with a degree in political science and is beginning his career in California. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Merrill joins Citigroup in buying back auction-rate securities Aug 8, 2008
"Wall Street has been under siege lately," said Jill Fisch, a law professor at Fordham University. "Nobody wants to be under long-term regulatory scrutiny. You want to get it behind you as best you can.". (International Herald Tribune)
Patricia Clarkson in 'Elegy' Aug 7, 2008
She graduated summa cum laude from Fordham University before earning a master's at Yale. There's plenty of tigress in the tank, as when she purrs at the mention of Bardem or when she describes working so closely with Kingsley. (Los Angeles Times)
Online photos of top athletes a cheap shot? Aug 4, 2008
Paul Levinson, a professor and chairman of the Department of Communication and Media Studies at Fordham University and author of the upcoming book New New Media, defends bloggers' right to do what they do under the First Amendment. But Levinson is no fan of such postings. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Experience called poor predictor of presidential success Jul 31, 2008
Trying to gauge whether experience matters really eludes measurement," said Carl Pinkele, a presidential expert at Ohio Wesleyan University, in Delaware, Ohio.Scholars suggest two yardsticks executive background and foreign policy expertise but they also find both flawed.Herbert Hoover was the widely admired U.S. food administrator in World War I, presidential adviser at the Versailles Conference and secretary of commerce in the 1920s."Yet his management of the economy was a disaster," Dallek... (Anchorage Daily News)
Around Town -- A little plaza history revealed Jul 31, 2008
He was also accepted to Fordham University, Catholic University, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Stonehill College, University of Maine and the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. While a student at Sacred Heart, Timothy participated in Fighting Saints varsity cross-country, hockey and baseball. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Stevens indictment likely to make a bad year worse for GOP Jul 30, 2008
This reinforces the impression that the party has a lot of problems and a lot of dirty laundry," said Thomas De Luca, a professor of political science at Fordham University, in New York.The indictment is unlikely to have a significant impact on the presidential race. Republican John McCain is noted for his high-profile opposition to congressional "earmarks" the practice of funding local projects in legislation without the usual procedural review, which Stevens specializes in so he's somewhat... (Anchorage Daily News)
Commission Head Defends Integrity of Spitzer Investigation Jul 26, 2008
The chairman, former Fordham University School of Law Dean John Feerick, was picked by Spitzer to run the commission last year. Teitelbaum said Friday the commission and its staff had to take the "slings and arrows" and innuendos in silence because state Executive Law requires investigations by the agency to remain confidential until charges are brought. (Law.com)
TEMPO: Southwest Wings: Birding & Nature Fest approaches Jul 26, 2008
A year later, Rick was appointed associate professor of German and Medieval Studies at Fordham University. Finding that position intellectually unsatisfying, and the long commute between Princeton and the city generally birdless and invariably exhausting, he and Alison began to scheme their move to southeast Arizona. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Spitzer Figures Violated Law, Says Integrity Commission Jul 25, 2008
Seven of the 13 members were appointed by Spitzer and its chairman, John D. Feerick, the former Fordham University Law School dean, was hand-picked by Spitzer to head the new commission. The commission voted the charges against the four former officials by a 12-0 margin. (Law.com)
2008 Maine Literary Festival to Focus on the Environment Jul 25, 2008
He has taught literature and creative writing at Fordham University and Harvard University. Professor Heinrich is University of Vermont professor emeritus of biology and the nation's leading expert on thermoregulation of insects. (PR Newswire)
Marblehead resident details her experiences at last weeks all-star game at Yankee Stadium Jul 25, 2008
Fordham University s main campus sits in Rose Hill, (a section of, or maybe euphemism for, the borough) a few miles from Yankee Stadium. When the university s Jesuit president speaks of The Cathedral, he s not talking about St. Patrick s.. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Merrimack College gets new president Aug. 1 Jul 25, 2008
He earned his B.A. from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, an M.A. from Catholic University in Washington, D.C. and an M.A. and a PhD. from Fordham University in New York. With all those degrees I made up for the rest of the family, says Champagne. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Bird banders flock to N.Y. observatory Braddock Bay teams trace migration... Jul 21, 2008
"This is one of the best places to get training as a bird bander," said Alan Clark, a professor at Fordham University whose research specialty is Magellanic penguins. For each bird captured and banded, the banders record species, age, sex and weight, and note how much fat is visible under the transparent skin of the abdomen when feathers are blown aside. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Papa will replace Gumbel as NFL Network voice Jul 17, 2008
He is a graduate of Fordham University and has done numerous other sports shows, mostly in the New York area. Copyright 2008. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Relph set for EuroBasket Summer League Jul 17, 2008
ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. - Recent St. Bonaventure graduate will participate in the EuroBasket Summer League exposure camp in New York City this weekend on the campus of Fordham University. Relph will look to become the 11th former Bonnie in the active professional ranks. (Gobonnies.com)
Bob Papa to do play-by-play for NFL Network Jul 16, 2008
He is a graduate of Fordham University and has done numerous other sports shows, mostly in the New York area. Today in Sports. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
* Hair today, history tomorrow Jul 13, 2008
As an undergraduate at Fordham University in New York, Reznikoff became so obsessed with stamp collecting that he found himself attending stamp shows instead of his pre-law classes. He dropped out in 1981, to the shock of his father, a psychology professor, and founded a stamp business, naming it University Archives as a jab at his dropout status. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
InBev nominees to Bud board bring deal experience Jul 8, 2008
InBev's roster of nominees has solid credentials, said Jill Fisch, a law professor and corporate governance expert at Fordham University in New York. I think it's the right kind of board, she said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Cardinals work out kinks Jul 6, 2008
Despite the loss, Munday, headed to Fordham University on a full baseball scholarship, was effective, ringing up seven strikeouts to five walks and scattering five hits. The kid that pitched for us today is a 17-year-old and Im very, very proud of him, said Brooklyn manger Joe Victor, whose team was loaded with 17- and 18-year-olds. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Atta- Mills will govern with humility Jul 5, 2008
We should be as careful with our words as we would be with any other "weapon. No one makes us angry. Anger is our own emotional response to some action or event. More often than not, our angry feelings are based on a misinterpretation of what someone said or did. Expressing anger tends to protract and reinforce our anger rather than purge it. Angry words and actions are much more likely to escalate hostilities and block communication than to solve a problem. Whether between parent and child,... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
My tax dollars to protect drug dealers? Jul 2, 2008
Editor - In Sunday's article about the upcoming hands-free cell phone law ("Hands-free cell phone law hits road Tuesday") professor Paul Levinson of Fordham University compares "the loss of talking privileges" to "punishment.". It seems to me that having your spine shattered by some SUV-driving idiot who's paying more attention to the phone than the road is a much more punishing experience than being forced to exercise a minimum of sense. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Time to leave your phone alone while driving Jun 30, 2008
Paul Levinson, a communications professor at Fordham University, said that changing the way drivers talk on their phones won't be easy. Unlike seat belt laws, which didn't restrict most other activities in the car, he said, the loss of talking privileges can seem like the punishment your parents used to mete out. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The beauty of the beach read Jun 29, 2008
"'The Godfather' was the first of the superbooks that totally dominated beach reads," says Albert Greco, a marketing professor at Fordham University who specializes in the publishing industry. CONTINUED 1. (NJ.com -- Times)
Lawmakers seek way around child-rapist ruling Jun 27, 2008
Law professor Deborah Denno of Fordham University wasn't so sure. It could be possible to argue for the application of the death penalty against attackers who "intended to kill" their victims, but didn't, she said. (MSNBC -- Crime)
* US court rejects death for child rapists Jun 27, 2008
Law professor Deborah Denno of Fordham University was not so sure. No case is necessarily definitive when youre looking at specific language, she said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Rape Ruling Stirs Outrage Jun 26, 2008
" Law professor Deborah Denno of Fordham University was not so sure. "No case is necessarily definitive when you're looking at specific language," she said. "I don't think this is airtight. " It could be possible to argue applying the death penalty against attackers who "intended to kill" their victims, but did not, she said. Or those who assault especially young children, such as toddlers, she said. Share: Top Video US ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT AP Wires Marketplace For FOXNews.com comments... (Fox News)
Some Lawmakers Angered By Death Penalty Ruling Jun 26, 2008
"Law professor Deborah Denno of Fordham University wasn't so sure."No case is necessarily definitive when you're looking at specific language," she said. "I don't think this is airtight. " It could be possible to argue applying the death penalty against attackers who "intended to kill" their victi 00003B6A ms, but didn't, she said. Or those who assault especially young children, such as toddlers, she said.___Associated Press writers Jeffrey Collins in South Carolina, Janet cConnaughey in... (CBS News -- US)
Clinton fulfills promise to student Jun 23, 2008
Hillary Rodham Clinton listens during the Pelham Preparatory Academy Class of 2008 Commencement Celebration onSunday at Fordham University in the Bronx borough of New York ... Schools Chancellor Joel Klein, who attended the school's commencement ceremony at nearby Fordham University, said students should always remember that an American hero spoke at their graduation. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Mounting evidence damns Bear Sterns pair Jun 23, 2008
The e-mails "support the government's theory that the defendants are thinking one thing and saying another", said Paul Radvany, a law professor at Fordham University. Prosecutors also cited a series of statements that Cioffi and Tannin made to investors, lenders and subordinates. (Business Report, South Africa)
Text-message ruling could change corporate policies Jun 22, 2008
"It's going to highlight for businesses the need to think through, 'What kind of information do they need? What kind of access do they need to have? And what kind of documentation do they need to have in place to get that access?'" said Joel Reidenberg, a professor at the Fordham University School of Law and an expert on information privacy law. "A ruling like this is going to force companies to be more nuanced and careful in their data management, and that's a good thing.". (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Exams prove torture in Iraq, Gitmo Jun 18, 2008
"Some of these men really are, several years later, very severely scarred," said Barry Rosenfeld, a psychology professor at Fordham University who conducted psychological tests on six of the 11 detainees covered by the study. "It's a testimony to how bad those conditions were and how personal the abuse was.". (Time.com)
Rumble in the Bronx: Friday Jun 16, 2008
BRONX, N.Y. -- The Rumble in the Bronx tipped off on Friday night on the campus of Fordham University. With only four sets of games to be played, the majority of the action is reserved for Saturday and Sunday. (Temple Sports -- Rivals.com)
Edward Luc Blin Jun 15, 2008
He graduated from Fordham University in the 1960s. Mr. Blin worked in marketing for Ciba, a New Jersey pharmaceutical and chemical company later known as Ciba-Geigy and now Novartis. (Boston Globe)
Weehawken seniors go out in styleGraduating class racks up grant money Jun 15, 2008
Olivieri said that many of the 90 grads were accepted into their first-choice schools, including Fordham University, Montclair State University, New York University, Pratt Institute, and Syracuse University. "Our kids were accepted at a whole spectrum of universities and colleges - some of the best in the country, including Ivy League schools," said Weehawken Mayor Richard Turner. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Mukasey: Detainee Ruling Won't Stop Terror Trials Jun 14, 2008
But James Cohen, a Fordham University law professor who has two clients at Guantanamo, predicted Bush would continue seeking ways to resist the ruling. "Nothing is going to happen between June 12 and Jan. 20," when the next president takes office, Cohen said. (Newsmax)
Ex-Knight Capital officials cleared of SEC charges Jun 13, 2008
And as Fordham University law professor Jill Fisch said, "Going to trial is a crap shoot. You just can't tell how these things are going to come out.". MORE BUSINESS. (NJ.com -- Times)
