Oct 31, 2009 | The Tufts Daily
Furlough frenzy hits California colleges
College students generally revel in the prospect of missing class without repercussions, rejoicing over snow days and surprise class cancellations.
Weight Loss 'Maintainers' Have Fewer TVs at Home
What's the secret of success of people who lose lots of weight and keep it off for many years? A new study suggests predictable factors like exercise and control over eating play a role, but so do factors in the home like fewer TVs and more exercise equipment.
Healthy home may help keep the weight off
If you've lost a lot of weight and want to keep it off, banishing high-fat foods and getting rid of your TV sets might help, along with eating less and staying active, new research hints.
AME Institute Honors Students With 2009 Educational Scholarship
The scholarship allowed each student and a professor to attend AME's annual International Lean Conference and focus on Lean principles, continuous improvement and enterprise excellence.
Twitter Cabs, Cal Poly Cattle Money & More Sigg Trouble
Michael Pollan's scheduled lecture at California Polytechnic State University had to be turned into a panel discussion at the behest of a major donor, who happens to own Harris Ranch, a beef producer.
The freedom to express impolitic or unpopular opinions is not just a protection given Americans by the First Amendment.
Scholarships.com College Scholarship Winner Uses Architecture to Redesign Her World
Cheuk C. credits the cramped condos of her childhood as her inspiration to pursue architecture.
Editor's note: Every weekday through Oct. 28, the Times-Delta will publish a nominee for this year's ROI Rising Stars "5 under 40" - young professionals in Tulare County making a difference in their industry or community.
Education :Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, 1985; master of electrical engineering California Polytechnic, 1986; doctorate in electrical and computer engineering , University of California, Santa Barbara, 1989 Noteworthy :Named Veteran of the Year by the Veterans Leadership ...
Business: Cal Poly panel discusses ag amid controversy
A California university has replaced a scheduled lecture by food writer Michael Pollan with a panel discussion after a beef company threatened to pull its donation to the school.
Cal Poly Yanks Pollan Lecture After Beef Co. Balks
Michael Pollan won't deliver a solo lecture at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo after the school caved to criticism from a beef company.
Beef Industry Begs for Balance - And Gets It
The appearance of the author and critic of industrial agriculture, Michael Pollan, rankled a member of the beef industry.
Food writer Pollan at Calif. school upsets big ag
A California university has replaced a scheduled lecture by food writer Michael Pollan with a panel discussion after a beef company threatened to pull its donation to the school.
Superintendent claims picture painted is inaccurate
Colfax Elementary School Superintendent/Principal Jon Ray asserted Wednesday that the allegations raised by parents Monday night are unfounded.
California agribusiness pressures school to nix Michael Pollan lecture
Agribusinesses across the U.S. have a beef with sustainable food guru Michael Pollan, but at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo it has taken on a definite sizzle.
CSUMB wins share of $12.6M federal grant to help train teachers
Monterey Bay will share a $12.6 million federal grant with two other state universities aimed at improving teacher education by borrowing from the model of U.S. medical schools.
There was nothing in Guylynn Gia's background to suggest stage-mom tendencies. A few years back, she was a first-year fashion design student at the University of Hawaii, before moving to California to study at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, and California Polytechnic State University.
Entrepreneur entertains Corning Rotary meeting
Lucero Olive Oil Owner Dewey Lucero shows off a sample gift basket Wednesday at the Corning Rotary Meeting in which people can mix and match up to four types olive oils Wednesday at the Corning Rotary Meeting.
Driver accused of killing two Visalians pleads not guilty
The Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo student accused of causing a car wreck that killed two Visalia residents pleaded not guilty on Wednesday in a San Luis Obispo court.
Ricoh Announces Partnership with Cal Poly University
Ricoh Americas Corporation announced a new partnership with the Graphic Communication Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, a world-leader in imaging sciences education.
Lido Restaurant at Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa Hosts James Beard Benefit ...
13-15, 2009. This year, collaborating with Dolphin Bay's Executive Chef Evan Treadwell : in this popular culinary event are two guest chefs: Craig von Foerster : of Sierra Mar restaurant at Post Ranch Inn and Joseph Humphrey : of Murray Circle restaurant at Cavallo Point Lodge.
Satellite pioneer joins Morehead Statea s space science faculty
MSU Home >> News >> Headline Archives >> Satellite pioneer joins Morehead Statea s space science faculty Satellite pioneer joins Morehead State's space science faculty Bob Twiggs is a rock star in the small satellite world.
Pajaro Valley Shelter Services received a $50,000 grant from The David and Lucile Packard Foundation for operating assistance during the next two years plus an additional $25,000 for the current year.
CSUB To Receive $12.6M Grant To Improve Teacher Quality
United States Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, has announced that California State University, Bakersfield is said to receive a $12,595,813 grant to improve teacher quality and reform teacher education at high-need schools in central California.
Gordon Cline, a graduate of Del Oro High Schoola s Class of 2006, recently arrived in Munich, Germany to attend classes as an exchange student.
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