News and Events
Pepperdine in the News
May 2005
NPR.org, May 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, wrote an op-ed titled “Judical Filibusters: Advice and Consent” about the continuing debate concerning President Bush's judicial appointments.
Chicago Tribune, May 1, 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, is quoted in an article titled “Why all the Hubbub Over Bush's Nominees?” about the continuing debate in the Senate over President Bush’s judicial nominees.
Los Angeles Times, May 1, 1005 – Pepperdine University's Davenport Institute for Public Policy is mentioned in an article titled “Sharing in the Dream” about how Latinos have become a fast-growing segment of the home-buying market. According to the Davenport Institute, two-thirds of California's Latino population is under 35 and entering its peak home-buying years.
ABC News “Nightline,” May 1, 2005 – School of Law dean, Ken Starr, is quoted in an article titled “Angry at Rulings, Some Judge the Judges” about the escalating criticism concerning federal court rulings and the Supreme Court’s role in government.
Daily Breeze, May 2, 2005 – Robert deMayo, associate dean of psychology at the Graduate School of Education and Psychology, contributed to an article entitled "Treating Panic Disorders Improves Quality of Life" about the importance of treating anxiety disorders.
Los Angeles Business Journal, May 2, 2005 – The Graziadio School of Business and Management was named the "Pacesetter" among all regional business schools with the largest class of graduates. Dean Linda A. Livingstone discussed initiatives underway at the Graziadio School to address the change in demand in the marketplace for MBA degrees.
The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC), May 3, 2005 – Etta Kralovec, associate professor of education at the Graduate School of Education and Psychology, contributed to an article titled, "Whose Homework is it?" about the negative effects on children whose parents take over homework assignments.
Orange County Register, May 3, 2005 – Karen Martin, Frank R. Seaver Chair of Biology, is quoted in an article titled “Greeters Prowl Coast to Count Grunion” about Pepperdine’s Grunion Greeters project designed to study the behavior of the silver fish with the help of hundreds of volunteers.
Al-Arabiyya, May 4, 2005 – Khalil Jahshan, executive director of the Washington, DC Internship Program, appeared on the one-hour program “The Fourth Estate” to discuss this week's coverage of international news by the American media.
U.S. News and World Report, May 9, 2005 – School of Law dean, Ken Starr, is quoted in an article titled “The Blowback Factor” about the public criticism and calls for the impeachment of Supreme Court judges whose rulings have been questioned.
CBS Evening News, May 9, 2005 – School of Law dean, Ken Starr, was interviewed by reporter Gloria Borger in a segment titled “Filibuster Showdown” about the battle over judicial nominations and the Senate tradition of filibustering.
The Bakersfield Californian, May 11, 2005 – Michael Shires, professor of public policy, is quoted in an article titled “Bakersfield Still Near Top of Magazine's List” about Inc. Magazine's "best places for business" rankings. Professor Shires compiled the rankings for the article.
KQED, May 10, 2005 – Robert Kaufman, professor at the School of Public Policy, was on the radio program The Forum to discusses President Bush's visit to Russia last weekend.
USA Today, May 10, 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, was quoted in an article titled “Marijuana, Ten Commandments Questions Await Supreme Court” about the highly anticipated decisions that will be made during the final weeks of the Supreme Court’s term.
Orange County Register, May 12, 2005 – Gary Galles, professor of economics, wrote an op-ed article titled “Proverbial ‘Wisdom’” about the words of wisdom given to graduates at commencement ceremonies.
Orange County Register, May 16, 2005 – Steven Sultanoff, adjunct professor of psychology, is quoted in an article titled “Lighten Up!” about the health benefits of laughter.
BBC Radio Four, May 16, 2005 – Colleen Graffy, academic director of the School of Law's London Program, was interviewed by the Today Programme about alleged American hypocrisy in not criticizing Uzbekistan's government when it has championed regime change in other Central Asian states.
Los Angeles Daily News, May 17, 2005 – Gary Galles, professor of economics, wrote an op-ed article titled “Courting Wine Lovers” about the Supreme Court ruling on Monday preventing states from banning consumers from ordering wine directly from out-of-state producers.
NPR’s On Point, May 18, 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, was a guest on the show to discuss the issue of the filibuster, the current judicial nominees, American legal values and the make up of the courts today.
Associated Press, May 18, 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, was quoted in an article titled “Brown Model Jurist for Filibuster Fight” about Janice Rogers Brown, the first black woman and most conservative justice on California's Supreme Court, who is a subject of debate in the U.S. Senate as one of President Bush's judicial nominees.
BBC Radio Two, May 18, 2005 – Colleen Graffy, academic director of the School of Law's London Program, was interviewed by the Jeremy Vine Programme about the U.S. Senate testimony of British Member of Parliament George Galloway
USA Today, May 19, 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, is quoted in an article titled “Two Blocked Court Nominees Differ in Styles” about the Senate fight over President Bush's judicial nominations of Priscilla Owen and Janice Rogers Brown, two conservative women with different backgrounds and legal styles.
Jewish Journal, May 20, 2005 – Michael Zakian, director of Pepperdine’s Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art, and the museum’s Robert Weingarten photo exhibit, "6:30 am," are featured in an article titled “Light of Day.” The Weingarten photo exhibit runs through July 17.
Orange County Register, May 21, 2005 – Steven Sultanoff, adjunct professor of psychology, is quoted in an article titled “Lighten Up!” about the health benefits of laughter.
New Jersey Star-Ledger, May 23, 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, was quoted in an article titled “Supremely Qualified” about New Jersey judge Samuel A. Alito Jr. who seems to be on everybody's short list for the next vacancy on the Supreme Court of the United States.
Anchorage Daily News, May 23, 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, is quoted in an article titled “Court Taking up Abortion Notification” the Supreme Court’s decision to put an abortion case involving New Hampshire's parental notification law on the agenda for next term.
Associated Press, May 24, 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, was quoted in an article titled “Top Court Will Hear Abortion Rights Case” about the Supreme Court’s decision to put an abortion case involving New Hampshire's parental notification law on the agenda for next term.
KCLU radio, March 25, 2005 – Karen Martin, Frank R. Seaver Chair of Biology, was interviewed by the radio news program about the Grunion Greeters Project, which studies the behavior of the silver fish through the help of hundreds of volunteers.
National Review, May 25, 2005 – Douglas Kmiec, Caruso Family Chair in Constitutional Law, wrote an op-ed article titled “Forfeiting Principle” about how the filibuster compromise does not address the Senate’s refusal to perform its proper "advice and consent" function, and how it affects the president’s nomination powers set for in the Constitution.
Los Angeles Times, May 25, 2005 – James ‘Chip’ Moore, Chief Human Resources Officer, and Pepperdine University are featured in an article titled “Colleges Test New Health Program” about the Emeriti Program being introduced at some universities which allows school employees to contribute to a fund that can be tapped after retirement for medical expenses and for insurance to supplement Medicare.
Ventura County Star, May 27, 2005 – Karen Martin, Frank R. Seaver Chair of Biology for the Natural Science Division, is quoted in an article titled “Guests of Honor Late for Grunion Greeting Event” about the Grunion Greeters Project.
Los Angeles Daily News, May 28, 2005 - Diane Davis, instructor at the Graziadio School of Business and Management, is quoted in an article titled “Language Skills Speak Well of You” about the importance of knowing foreign languages in conducting business deals.
Los Angeles Daily News, May 29, 2005 – Seaver College dean, David Baird, is quoted in an article titled “Words Grads Will Remember – Maybe” about the ongoing trend for universities to invite nationally prominent individuals to speak at commencement.
Business Insurance, May 30, 2005 – James “Chip” Moore, chief human resources officer, was quoted in an article titled “Colleges Try VEBAs for Health” about the new Emeriti Retirement Health Solutions plan being offered at Pepperdine and many universities nationwide.
Los Angeles Times, May 31, 2005 – Karen Martin, Frank R. Seaver Chair of Biology for the Natural Science Division, is quoted in an article titled “Runnin' With the Grunion” which features Professor Martin and her Grunion Greeters Project. She is heading a major study about the mating habits of the silverfish from San Diego to San Francisco.
