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  UCR alumnus Forrest Mosten to Discuss Peacekeeping - Forrest S. (Woody) Mosten, an internationally known mediator and advocate of conflict resolution methods to settle disputes, will speak at UC Riverside on Wednesday, May 7, at 5:30 p.m. in the Alumni and Visitors Center. Mosten will discuss “Conflict and Peacemaking: From Kindergarten to the Middle East” in the first lecture of what will become an annual event, the Forrest S. Mosten Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies Lectureship.
The Los Angeles attorney, who earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from UCR in 1969 and a law degree from UCLA, is donating $5,000 annually to fund the lecture series and student internships with organizations that promote peacebuilding or conflict resolution in an effort to support peace studies at the university...more |
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 UCR Alumni Association is LinkedIn - UCR alumni now have a group on the professional networking site LinkedIn. Joining will allow you to network exclusively with other UCR alumni. Click here and follow the instructions. You will be asked to create a profile if you do not already have one. Once you submit a request to join, you will be approved as quickly as possible.
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UCR Augments Emergency Readiness - In the past year, UCR has introduced an emergency alert system, trained all of its officers in rapid response to an active shooter, and augmented its mental health staff. In addition, campus leadership has participated in tabletop drills to ensure a rapid response in the event of an emergency...more |
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 Eaton Science Fiction Conference to feature Bradbury and Pohl - Science fiction icons Ray Bradbury and Frederick Pohl, other science fiction
authors and international scholars will explore the role of Mars in science
fiction literature in the Eaton Science Fiction Conference May 16-18...more
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Ph.D. Candidate at the Graduate School of Education wins $250,000 Grant - Luis Cruz is an obvious believer in the benefits offered by higher education. Not
only is he a doctoral candidate in GSOE’s Institutional Leadership & Policy Studies but also principal of Baldwin Park High School where he earned the school a $250,000 grant to help ensure a path to college for its students...more
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Hybrid Cars Are Harder to Hear - Hybrid cars are so quiet when operating only with their electric motors that they may pose a risk to the blind and some other pedestrians, research by a University of California, Riverside psychologist suggests...more
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TechHorizons 2008 to Present New Engineering Solutions - Leading edge innovations in sustainable technologies for the environment, alternative energy, solar energy and advanced materials will be featured at UCR’s Bourns College of Engineering’s major annual technology transfer conference...more |
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Want more news from UCR? Visit http://www.newsroom.ucr.edu
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Highlanders Highlighted
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| '04 Highlander Highlighted
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Omokhojé Amu ('04 B.S. Computer Science, College of Engineering) is a software Engineer at the Boeing Company in Orange County. He works with a nationwide team of engineers developing software for the U.S. Army's grandest modernization project named Future Combat Systems.
Did you land your dream job? Were you honored with an award? If you have news or accomplishments you'd like to share with fellow alumni, submit it for future publication in the Class Acts section of UCR, The Magazine of UC Riverside and possibly this enewsletter. |
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| 22nd Annual Alumni Awards of Distinction |
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Recognizing five UCR alumni who have made a difference in the lives of others through outstanding professional, personal and community contributions.
Distinguished Alumnus
David H. Song '92
Alumni Public Service
Tod A. Burnett '85
Outstanding Young Alumnus
David R. Cocker III '96
Alumni Community Service
Katherine A. Wright '81
Alumni University Service
James E. Baldwin '60 |
| Saturday, May 17, 2008 ~ 6:30 p.m. ~ University Theater and Patio ~ Inquiries: 951.827.3144 |
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| All UC Alumni Receptions |
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 UC President Robert Dynes invites you to engage in a dialogue about the future of the University of California. Please join us to connect with fellow alumni and hear about the exciting developments occurring throughout the UC campuses. These events are hosted by the Alumni Associations of the University of California (AAUC) and the UC Office of the President.
 The Alumni Associations of the University of California (AAUC) and the UC Office of the President cordially invite you to join UC alumni and community members at LGBT alumni receptions with
UC President Robert Dynes
In San Francisco
May 6, 2008
with:
David Shewmake
UC Regent Designate & AAUC Secretary (UCSF '88)
Debbie Cole
UC Regent Designate, AAUC Treasurer
& LGBT Alumnus (UCB '72)
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In Los Angeles
May 8, 2008
with:
Eleanore Brewer
UC Regent & AAUC President (UCLA '86)
Jefferson Coombs
UC Regent Emeritus & LGBT Alumnus (UCB '89) |
Information & Reservations
Phone: 888-810-0007 ~ E-mail: events@ucop.edu
Online: www.ucalumni.net
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| 50 years of Highlander baseball |
Make plans to join us on Saturday, May 24 for a celebration of 50 Years as the Highlanders take on Cal Poly in their final home stand of the season.
Community tailgate at the Baseball Stadium Patio - 12:00 noon.
Baseball Game - 2:00 p.m.
For more information visit bb50.ucr.edu
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| UCR Alumni Directory |
Members Get Special Attention!
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UCR Alumni Association members get special designation in the 2008 UCR Alumni Print Directory, the most complete and up-to-date directory ever published for UCR!
Don't be left out!
Join now at www.alumni.ucr.edu
or call us at 951-UCR-ALUM/827-2586
For questions, to update your information or to reserve your copy of the 2008 UCR Alumni Print Directory, please call PCI’s customer service and order update hotline toll free at 1-800-982-1589.
*Directories are projected to ship in October 2008.
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| The 10th Annual Primavera in the Gardens |
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Riverside’s Premier Food and Wine Tasting Event
Sunday, May 18, 2008
2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
UCR Botanic Gardens |
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Tickets to the fund raiser are $45 per person and are available both by reservation and at the gate. This year introduces a Silent Auction featuring dozens of garden-related items.
For additional information, call 951-784-6962. |
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| Membership Benefit: Liberty Mutual |
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Auto, Home and Renter's Insurance
Liberty Mutual is a proud partner of the
UCR Alumni Association.
For a free no-obligation rate quote
call 1-800-524-9400 or click here.
Please reference group #112522. |
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| Travel: Tahiti and French Polynesia |
Travel the Globe and Expand Your Horizons |
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Island Life in Tahiti and French Polynesia
March 15-23, 2009
*prices starting at $2,795* |
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Explore the fascinating culture and history of the South Pacific during a spectacular seven-night voyage aboard the Tall Ship S.Y. Star Flyer. The comprehensive program focuses on the natural beauty, the timeless cultural traditions and the unique ecosystems of the South Seas. For one full week, you can immerse yourself in the vibrant life and magnificent beauty of the tropical isles. Enjoy expert-led excursions, swim, snorkel or scuba dive, and meet local residents who will share their perspectives and insights into life in Polynesia.
Contact the UCR Alumni Association to request a detailed brochure or to be placed on the Association’s travel list. Tour participants, whether UCR alumni or not, must be members of the UCR Alumni Association. Each member may bring one companion to travel as a guest. |
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