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Human Ecology in the News - May 26, 2010
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LINK: The Magazine for Human Ecology Alumni
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Check out the Spring 2010 issue, which includes alumni profiles, department news, class notes, and a special feature on the Urban Semester Program.
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Click on the links below to read about Human Ecology faculty,
students, extension professionals, and alumni in the media . . .
(scroll down for Cornell Chronicle stories)
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| Interracial marriage still rising, but not as fast
Associated Press - May 26
Daniel Lichter, the Ferris Family Professor in the Department of Policy Analysis and Management and professor of sociology, analyzes figures showing a pause in intermarriage rates in the U.S. in the past decade. The article appeared in hundreds of news outlets.
Call it 'self-injury,' call it 'cutting,' but doctors need to recognize it
Los Angeles Times - May 25
Janis Whitlock, research scientist in the Family Life Development Center, published a paper about the prevalence of self-injury in adolescents and treatments and warning signs for such behaviors.
How poverty shapes the brain
The Globe and Mail - May 22
Gary Evans, the Elizabeth Lee Vincent Professor of Human Ecology, is collaborating with a neuroscientist at the University of Michigan to understand how poverty affects brain development.
With a face like that you could get arrested
MSNBC - May 20
Stephen Ceci, Helen L. Carr Professor of Developmental Psychology, and Justin Gunnell PAM '05, J.D. '08, authored a study that found that jurors inflict longer, harsher sentences on unattractive defendants. News of the study, "When Emotionality Trumps Reason," was also reported by The Washington Post, The Village Voice, AOL Health, and National Public Radio.
The rise of smart fashion
The Business of Fashion - May 20
In an overview of high-tech fashion trends, an influential newsletter points out the solar jacket created by Abbey Liebman FSAD '10 and Juan Hinestroza, assistant professor of fiber science. The technology was also featured by Specialty Fabrics Review.
Feeding pets to death: Guilt treats are worst offenders
El Paso Times - May 20
Marion Nestle, visiting professor of nutritional sciences, who co-authored "Feed Your Pet Right: The Authoritative Guide to Feeding Your Dog and Cat" with Malden Nesheim, professor emeritus of nutritional sciences, is quoted about animal nutrition.
DEA sophomore wins top prize at Cornell research forum
Human Ecology homepage - May 19
Kelton Minor '12 won first place for his research on adaptive camouflage and virtual windows at the 25th annual Cornell Undergraduate Research Board forum.
How to wash your delicates: Laundry tips from The Laundress
Daily Candy - May 19
In a video, Lindsey Boyd '98, founder of The Laundress along with Gwen Whiting '98, demonstrates how to properly wash delicate clothing.
Green of the Crop winner: Anil Netravali, inventor of organic composites
Syracuse Post-Standard - May 18
Netravali, professor of fiber science, is highlighted for his research in eco-friendly composites for building materials.
Human Ecology senior honored for peace promotion
Cornell Peace Studies Program - May 18
Yuliya Tipograf, a senior biology and society major, earned Honorable Mention in the annual Harrop and Ruth Freeman Prize competition.
Blind justice? Attractive get breaks with juries
CBS News - May 17
Stephen Ceci, Helen L. Carr Professor of Developmental Psychology, and Justin Gunnell PAM '05, J.D. '08, authored a study that found that jurors inflict longer, harsher sentences on unattractive defendants.
10 Good Minutes: Rachel Doyle
10 Good Minutes - May 17
Listen to a podcast with Rachel Doyle '05, founder of GlamourGals, where she gives advice to students looking for summer internships and jobs.
New Mohawk Valley forecast: Plummeting population
Utica Observer-Dispatch - May 12
Jan Vink, a research support specialist in the Bronfenbrenner Life Course Center, discusses a study by the Cornell Program on Applied Demographics that found that upstate New York faces further population declines during the next 25 years.
Bust that baby bulge - realistically
CNN - May 11
Kathleen Rasmussen, professor of nutritional sciences, talks about the challenges women face in dropping extra weight after pregnancy.
Nutrition guru Marion Nestle on what to feed your pets
TIME - May 11
Nestle, nutritional sciences visiting professor and co-author of a new book on animal nutrition with Malden Nesheim, professor emeritus of nutritional sciences, dishes on the basics of pet food products and health. The book also received a plug in the Cape Cod Times.
Benefits of local eating highlighted
Watertown Daily Times - May 9
Jennifer Wilkins, senior extension associate and director of Cornell's Farm to School Program, spoke to a group of farmers and students about locally-sourced foods.
AWC students get Cornell credits
Yuma Sun - May 9
Eighteen students at Arizona Western College received credentialing in family development through a program run by the College of Human Ecology.
Know your food by raising it yourself
Albany Times-Union - May 8
In an op-ed, Jennifer Wilkins, senior extension associate and director of Cornell's Farm to School Program, describes how chickens can be raised at home.
Cornell program aiming to reduce childhood obesity receives grant
Cornell Daily Sun - May 7
Christina Stark, senior extension associate in nutritional sciences, leads a U.S. Department of Agriculture grant to teach extension professionals, 4-H leaders, and community members ecological approaches to obesity prevention.
C.U. enters into transfer agreement with N.J. college
Cornell Daily Sun - May 6
In a new agreement, students at Raritan Valley Community College can take certain courses to be better prepared to apply for and possibly enroll in the College of Human Ecology.
Top 25 senior athletes
Cornell Daily Sun - May 6
Louis Dale PAM '10, starting point guard for the Cornell men's basketball team that advanced to the Sweet Sixteen last season, is featured in a photo series. Dale's pictures are 10th and 11th in the set.
Pendleton Woolen Mills collaborates with Cornell students
Selectism - May 5
Feedbak, a men's fashion line designed and fabricated by a team of Fiber Science & Apparel Design students in conjunction with Pendleton Woolen Mills, is covered.
Blog focuses on PAM students and alumni
Human Ecology homepage - May 5
Makafui Fiavi, a graduating senior in policy analysis and management, brings to life the stories of PAM seniors and alumni on The Unofficial PAM Blog.
Green is always fashionable
Cornell Daily Sun - April 29
In an article and photo slideshow, Sarah Wilson, a fiber science & apparel design senior, discusses how she uses eco-friendly materials in her fashion designs to promote sustainability.
Should baby boys be singing Beyonce?
The Daily Beast - April 27
Ritch Savin-Williams, professor and chair of the Department of Human Development, comments on the flood of YouTube videos showing boys lip-syncing and singing to hits by female artists.
Big numbers
Cornell Alumni Magazine - April 26
John Cawley, associate professor of policy analysis and management, talks about his research in the economics of obesity.
The gender equation: Zeroing in on why women avoid math-intensive fields
Cornell Alumni Magazine - April 26
Stephen Ceci and Wendy Williams, professors in the Department of Human Development, discuss their new book, "The Mathematics of Sex: How Biology and Society Conspire to Limit Talented Women and Girls."
Celebrating Earth Day at USDA with hands-on learning and activities
USDA.gov - April 23
Cornell's VanRose benches created by Jack Elliott, associate professor of design and environmental analysis, were installed at the USDA's People's Garden on the National Mall on Earth Day.
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Cornell
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2010 Senior Profiles
May 24
Read how Andrew Delapenha, Kathy Houng, and Mony Sarkar, stood out during their four years on campus.
Obendorf honored with lifetime achievement award
May 24
Kay Obendorf, professor of fiber science and apparel design and senior associate dean for research and graduate education, received the 2010 Olney Medal, the highest honor from the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists.
Alumna urges students to think boldly about hospital design
May 24
Nancy Schlichting, Sloan '79, president and CEO of Detroit-based Henry Ford Health System, presented the keynote, "Going Radical: Creating the Hospital of the Future," at the 2010 Wagner Memorial Dinner.
Lichter ponders intermarriage trends in online chat
May 24
Daniel Lichter, the Ferris Family Professor in the Department of Policy Analysis and Management and professor of sociology, discussed trends in interracial relationships in an online discussion hosted by the Population Reference Bureau.
The Cornell Tradition recognizes nine of its graduates
May 24
Human Ecology senior Tracey Yi Hsu was honored for her community service and leadership efforts.
Institute for the Social Sciences awards research grants
May 19
John Cawley, associate professor of policy analysis and management, Ying Hua, assistant professor of design and environmental analysis, and Jeffery Sobal and Karla Hanson, nutritional sciences, earned grants for interdisciplinary research and conference support.
College of Human Ecology opens its new spiral stair tower
May 17
The college community gathered May 11 to open the new stair tower, which connects all the floors of MVR Hall with the adjacent MVR East Building for the first time since the facility opened in 1933.
Supertaster
May 13
Virginia Utermohlen, associate professor of nutritional sciences, developed a taste survey to rate the power of people's tastebuds.
Study uncovers why jurors reward the good-looking, penalize the unbeautiful
May 11
Stephen Ceci, Helen L. Carr Professor of Developmental Psychology, and Justin Gunnell PAM '05, J.D. '08, authored a study that found that jurors inflict longer, harsher sentences on unattractive defendants.
Former provost Nesheim co-authors book on pet food industry and feeding pets 'right'
May 10
In "Feed Your Pet Right: The Authoritative Guide to Feeding Your Dog and Cat," two nutritional sciences professors provide research-based answers to animal health and nutrition.
Technology has revolutionized nutrition field, says alumna
April 30
In a visit to campus, Elaine Ayres '75, deputy chief of the Lab for Informatics Development at the National Institutes of Health, spoke to students and faculty about technological advances in nutrition.
USDA funds extension work in childhood obesity prevention
April 28
Christina Stark, senior extension associate in the Division of Nutritional Sciences, has received nearly $500,000 in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture to train teams of extension professionals and community partners in collaborative, ecological approaches for childhood obesity prevention.
Netravali named greenest inventor by regional group
April 28
Fiber scientist Anil Netravali won first place in the inventor/entrepreneur category of the first "Green of the Crop" contest, which honors innovative solutions for environmental issues by people, businesses, schools and community organizations in 12 counties across central New York.
Earth Day fete on Ho Plaza includes gorge garbage, solar roasting and pedal power
April 23
Carla Wells DEA '10 helped promote sustainability on Earth Day by demonstrating the Energy Bike, which highlights the energy requirements of incandescent and fluorescent bulbs.
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