Articles by Eric Townsend
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Hunter Bacot, Bob Anderson offer analysis for News 14 Carolina
February 13, 2009
Political science faculty members have twice been interviewed in February on the politics and economics behind the stimulus legislation working its way through Congress in Washington, and how President Barack Obama is trying to sell his ideas to the American public.
Faculty book explores terrorism and the press
February 13, 2009
In the weeks following the Sept. 11 attacks, many U.S. media outlets abandoned their “watchdog” roles in favor of patriotic cheerleading, the consequences of which are still being felt. Those effects and more are examined in “Terrorism and the Press: An Uneasy Relationship,” a new book co-authored by associate professor Brooke Barnett.
Pam Kiser wins statewide service-learning honor
February 12, 2009
An ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ faculty member was honored this week by the North Carolina Campus Compact for her dedication to the practice of service-learning in higher education. Pam Kiser, a professor of human services, received the 2009 Robert L. Sigmon Service-Learning Award at a Feb. 11 campus luncheon as part of an NCCC statewide conference.
Stew Leonard’s CEO: ‘Make them leave happy’
February 12, 2009
Keeping customers happy may cost money, but for the president and CEO of a highly regarded New England food retailer, “it’s worth it in the long run.” Stew Leonard Jr. shared wisdom with more than 100 students this week in a campus visit co-sponsored by the Doherty Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Career Services.
ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ named to 2008 presidential honor roll for service
February 10, 2009
ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ has been recognized for the third year in a row as a national leader in service-learning and civic engagement. The Corporation for National & Community Service named the university this week to the 2008 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll With Distinction for exemplary service efforts to America's communities.
CEO of Stew Leonard’s to share insights – TODAY
February 10, 2009
The president and CEO of one of the most unique food retailers in the world visits ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ on Feb. 10 to speak with faculty, staff and students about ‘intrapreneurship’ opportunities for pending graduates. Stew Leonard Jr. will talk in the LaRose Digital Theate as part of the Entrepreneurship Speakers Series hosted by the Doherty Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership.
Celebrate 100 seasons of ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ basketball
February 6, 2009
ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s basketball team celebrates its 100th season of competition this year and is marking the occasion with a special halftime recognition on Feb. 7 when the Phoenix takes on Appalachian State.
C-SPAN Civics Bus visits ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ – Feb. 13
February 5, 2009
The C-SPAN Civic Bus returns to ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ on Feb. 13, 2009, with a new exterior design and features that include the latest television production equipment. The bus, which stopped by campus last year, will be parked at the Moseley Center from 9 a.m. – noon.
Students to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy Association – Feb. 7
February 5, 2009
Mary Gowan elected to Alamance Chamber of Commerce, SHRM Foundation board
February 5, 2009
Mary Gowan, dean of the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, was elected to a three-year term with the Alamance Chamber of Commerce in Alamance County, North Carolina.