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UC Merced Professor Takes China to Heart

October 23, 2006
China seems to be in Ruth Mostern’s blood. Since her 10th-grade National History Day project, the founding UC Merced faculty member continues to study one of the world’s oldest civilizations, from its language, politics and culture to an ancient but advanced water management system. One of her...

Helpful Advice Offered for New UC Merced Applicants

October 23, 2006
Applying for college can be a stressful process. There are lots of details to consider. But the University of California, Merced, Students First Center and Admissions Office have some advice for people considering attending the newest UC campus. First, you need to apply. You can do that online by...

Weavers From Two Cultures Will Meet at Library Event

October 19, 2006
The Leo and Dottie Kolligian Library at the University of California, Merced, will play host to a new cultural event highlighting the history, culture and art of basket weaving from both sides of the Pacific. The event takes place at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, in The Lantern on the first floor of...

Faculty Experts Site Launched to Help Media Make Contact With Superior Sources

October 13, 2006
Have you ever watched, listened to or read a news story about a complicated or technical issue and heard an expert explain the details? That knowledgeable voice often makes the difference to the way the audience understands the story. Specialized experts are often employed at colleges and...

Senior Matt Creeger Happy on the Field, in the House or the Senate

October 13, 2006
Matt Creeger has a lot of balls in the air. Soon, some of them could be in his baseball glove, too. Creeger, a senior, is helping start the first UC Merced baseball team. He said he got involved after seeing fliers posted around campus last year and found there were eight others who wanted to play...

Leaving Their Mark: Donors Fund UC Merced Facilities to Improve Student Experience

October 8, 2006
As UC Merced grows, new facilities will help students stay healthy, enjoy social opportunities and study effectively. The names of these facilities honor generous community members who care about creating a first-rate university experience in the Valley. Three donors have recently made major...

Exploring the Overlap: Math Professor's Engineering Background Influences Courses, Programs

October 8, 2006
“When I was an engineer, I was a math-y engineer. Now I’m a very engineering-oriented math professor.” That’s how Professor Mike Sprague explains the evolution of his academic interests and the overlap between his two main fields. Though his education was in mechanical engineering, he’s now a...

Culture on Display as UC Merced Dedicates Auditorium

October 5, 2006
Merced community members are welcome to celebrate the lasting gift Dr. Hanimireddy Lakireddy has given to the University of California, Merced, campus by attending the dedication of the Dr. Lakireddy Auditorium. The dedication, from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, will feature East Indian music and...

Promise Fulfilled for Sophomore Working in Stem Cell Research Lab

September 28, 2006
Even before she came to UC Merced last year, Esmeralda Aguayo knew she wanted a career in scientific research. In fact, that’s a big reason the Modesto native chose the newest UC instead of following her older sister’s footsteps to Davis or taking the offer she received from Berkeley. “I knew I’d...

Three Students Set to Explore Regional Issues in Fellowship Program

September 28, 2006
Three UC Merced students have been chosen to be members of the 2006-2007 Great Valley Fellows Program, an innovative leadership program organized by the UC Merced Great Valley Center in Modesto. As part of the Fellows program, students Maria Avila, Jana Mowrer and Ruben Rodriguez will first assist...

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