University of Minnesota Quick Quotes tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902 2008-10-02T21:57:56Z Quick Quotes are audio clips featuring research, events, announcements and breaking news at the University of Minnesota. They are available for all types of media. For an archive and other useful media services, visit www.unews.umn.edu. Movable Type 3.33.uthink 10/2/2008: Vice presidential debate: what the candidates must do tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.146220 2008-10-02T21:41:36Z 2008-10-02T21:57:56Z University of Minnesota communication studies associate professor Ronald Greene explains what U.S. Senator Joe Biden and Alaskan Gov. Sarah Palin must do to come out on top during the election's only vice presidential debate. The following sound bites package is... Andrew Swain University of Minnesota communication studies associate professor Ronald Greene explains what U.S. Senator Joe Biden and Alaskan Gov. Sarah Palin must do to come out on top during the election's only vice presidential debate.

The following sound bites package is available for media use:

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]]> 8/13/2008: UMF has record year and hires new CEO tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.138481 2008-08-13T21:09:15Z 2008-08-14T14:24:33Z

For the second year in a row, donors gave a record amount in gifts and pledges to the University of Minnesota. The total committed in fiscal year 2008 was $289 million, an increase of 15 percent compared with the $251... Andrew Swain For the second year in a row, donors gave a record amount in gifts and pledges to the University of Minnesota. The total committed in fiscal year 2008 was $289 million, an increase of 15 percent compared with the $251 million raised in FY 2007. Additionally, Steven Goldstein was selected as president and CEO of the University of Minnesota Foundation.

The following audio clip of university President Robert Bruininks discussing the record year of giving and the selection of Steven Goldstein is available for media use:

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]]> 8/4/2008: Gopher football coming to a county near you tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.137650 2008-08-04T21:42:54Z 2008-08-04T21:46:59Z

In the fall of 2009, the excitement of outdoor Gopher football will return to campus with the completion of TCF Bank Stadium. To recognize the entire state's support, the U of M is hitting the road with a tour of... Andrew Swain In the fall of 2009, the excitement of outdoor Gopher football will return to campus with the completion of TCF Bank Stadium. To recognize the entire state's support, the U of M is hitting the road with a tour of all 87 Minnesota counties.

The following audio clip of associate athletics director David Crum discussing the county tour is available for media use:

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]]> 8/4/2008: Minnesota's stadium: The "Ultimate Homecoming" tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.137633 2008-08-04T19:54:14Z 2008-08-04T20:19:55Z

It's being built with the sweat and elbow grease of Minnesota workers, stone casts of all the state's county names ring the perimeter and visitors will be greeted by a memorial tribute to all Minnesota veterans -- TCF Bank Stadium... Andrew Swain It's being built with the sweat and elbow grease of Minnesota workers, stone casts of all the state's county names ring the perimeter and visitors will be greeted by a memorial tribute to all Minnesota veterans -- TCF Bank Stadium truly is Minnesota's stadium. Its residents will be able to learn more about the 50,000 seat venue when the Alumni Association visits cities across the state to bring the "Ultimate Homecoming...Everything you want to know about the new TCF Bank Stadium."

The following audio clip of Alumni Association Margaret Carlson discussing the stadium is available for media use:

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]]> 5/23/2008: Minnesota Centennial Showboat celebrates its 50th anniversary tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.129315 2008-05-21T22:21:53Z 2008-05-23T15:14:42Z

For the past 50 years, the university's Minnesota Centennial Showboat has been educating students first-hand to the professional world of theatre while providing audiences with outstanding performances within the unique venue. Sherry Wagner-Henry, managing director of university theatre and the... Andrew Swain For the past 50 years, the university's Minnesota Centennial Showboat has been educating students first-hand to the professional world of theatre while providing audiences with outstanding performances within the unique venue. Sherry Wagner-Henry, managing director of university theatre and the Minnesota Centennial Showboat programs, explains what the Showboat has been offering students and audiences for a half-century.

The following audio clips are available for all media use:

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1. Intro (0:00)
2. One of oldest theatres in Minnesota (0:07)
3. Accomplishments in educating theatre students (0:42)
4. First professional experience for students (1:04)
5. Showboat's signature "Oleos" (1:19)
6. Celebrating 50 years (1:44)

]]> 5/6/2008: National politics center stage in Minnesota tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.127051 2008-05-06T15:18:01Z 2008-05-06T16:10:22Z

Minnesota will be a busy place this fall. Hosting the Republican National Convention, possibly seeing one of its own as a vice presidential candidate and home to not only a contentious Senate race, but three Congressional contests, as well. Not... Andrew Swain Minnesota will be a busy place this fall. Hosting the Republican National Convention, possibly seeing one of its own as a vice presidential candidate and home to not only a contentious Senate race, but three Congressional contests, as well. Not to mention, experts predict it will be one of November's "swing states." To analyze all this is University of Minnesota political science assistant professor, and frequent national and local media commentator, Kathryn Pearson.

The following audio clips are available for all media use:

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1. Minnesota will be a swing state (0:00)
2. Competitive Senate race, playing field, strengths and weaknesses (0:16)
3. What Gov. Pawlenty as vice presidential candidate brings to ticket (0:32)
4. What to look for in a VP candidate (0:52)
5. Negative campaigning unavoidable (1:12)
6. RNC will bring excitement and attention to Minnesota (1:27)
7. The House race to watch (1:53)

]]> 4/14/2008: More groundbreaking research from the University of Minnesota on girls and sports tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.121714 2008-04-14T22:50:59Z 2008-04-14T16:10:43Z

After creating the "Bible" for women's exercise a decade ago, researchers at the University of Minnesota Tucker Center have released an updated report outlining the latest findings about the current state of girls, sports and physical activity. The following audio... Andrew Swain After creating the "Bible" for women's exercise a decade ago, researchers at the University of Minnesota Tucker Center have released an updated report outlining the latest findings about the current state of girls, sports and physical activity.

The following audio clips are available for all media use:

Professor Mary Jo Kane, director of the U of M Tucker Center:

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1. Intro (0:00)
2. Benefits (0:12)
3. Prioritize women's sports and physical activity (0:27)
4. Acting on the results (0:56)
5. Sports allow girls to reach their fullest (1:20)

Nicole LaVoi, associate director of the U of M Tucker Center:

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1. Intro (0:00)
2. What girls have to gain (0:07)
3. Benefits (0:22)
4. Stigma of girls and sports (0:39)

]]> 4/3/2008: U of M celebrates Minnesota's sesquicentennial: 150 years of a unique partnership tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.120735 2008-04-02T22:30:47Z 2008-04-03T18:04:07Z

Throughout April, the University of Minnesota will be helping the state celebrate its 150th anniversary by hosting a series of panel discussions that address the challenges ahead for all of Minnesota. University historian Ann Pflaum is running the event and... Andrew Swain Throughout April, the University of Minnesota will be helping the state celebrate its 150th anniversary by hosting a series of panel discussions that address the challenges ahead for all of Minnesota. University historian Ann Pflaum is running the event and says, in the world of state sponsored higher education, Minnesota and the U of M have had a unique and productive relationship the past century and a half.

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1. Intro (0:00)
2. U of M and Minnesota vital to each other (0:06)
3. 150 years celebration discussions (0:20)
4. Unique premium placed on education in Minnesota (0:36)
5. Land grant advantage (0:59)
6. Strong feelings for education in Minnesota according to former president Peter Magrath (1:11)

]]> 3/25/2008: Economic despair in America tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.119128 2008-03-24T22:47:34Z 2008-04-01T22:26:06Z

A subprime mortgage mess, the dollar in a free fall and oil on the way up -- there's little good news when it comes to today's American economy. University of Minnesota associate professor of applied economics Joe Ritter helps explain... Andrew Swain A subprime mortgage mess, the dollar in a free fall and oil on the way up -- there's little good news when it comes to today's American economy. University of Minnesota associate professor of applied economics Joe Ritter helps explain the economic climate the nation is experiencing.

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1. Intro (0:00)
2. Drivers of the current situation (0:06)
3. Unemployment numbers (0:48)
4. Ripple effect of downfall of financial institutions (1:24)
5. Why cut interest rates? (2:03)

]]> 2/20/2008: U of M students and supporters rally at the Capitol tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.111990 2008-02-20T21:52:08Z 2008-04-01T22:00:37Z

University of Minnesota students from around the state rallied today at the Minnesota State Capitol for the annual "Support the U Day." The event brought together students, alumni and other supporters from all five university campuses -- the Twin Cities,... Andrew Swain University of Minnesota students from around the state rallied today at the Minnesota State Capitol for the annual "Support the U Day." The event brought together students, alumni and other supporters from all five university campuses -- the Twin Cities, Duluth, Morris, Crookston and Rochester -- to meet with legislators, share their personal U stories and discuss the importance of the U to the state of Minnesota. President Robert Bruininks spoke on the following topics.

The following audio clips are available for media:

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Capital request is investment in future (:26)

Investment in infrastructure across MN (:12)

Higher education infrastructure as important as roads and bridges (:18)

Leadership in world economy and research (:18)]]> 2/11/2008: A scientific perspective on chocolate this Valentine's Day tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2008:/urelate/newsservice//6902.108852 2008-02-08T17:00:36Z 2008-04-01T22:02:33Z

University of Minnesota food science and nutrition professor Gary Reineccius explains the market trends and health benefits of the treat so many crave. Dowload full sound bites package (2:00)... Andrew Swain University of Minnesota food science and nutrition professor Gary Reineccius explains the market trends and health benefits of the treat so many crave.

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]]> 12/13/2007: Graduation rates on the rise at U of M's Twin Cities campus tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2007:/urelate/newsservice//6902.102420 2007-12-13T16:25:02Z 2008-04-01T22:04:32Z

Students are graduating from the University of Minnesota's Twin Cities campus at a faster rate, according to data announced today by Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education Craig Swan. The percentage of students graduating in four years increased to 44.9 percent... Andrew Swain Students are graduating from the University of Minnesota's Twin Cities campus at a faster rate, according to data announced today by Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education Craig Swan. The percentage of students graduating in four years increased to 44.9 percent in 2007 from 41.1 percent in 2006.

The following audio clips of Swan discussing the new rates are available for media use:

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All-time graduation rate high (:07)

"Important marker" that creates new opportunities (:07)

Financial and career benefits (:18)

Investments made (:21)

13 credit policies (:11)

Future goal (:12)]]> 12/3/2007: U of M Alumni Association on the road for statewide speakers tour tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2007:/urelate/newsservice//6902.100406 2007-12-03T21:03:22Z 2008-04-01T22:07:35Z

The University of Minnesota Alumni Association, along with university deans and faculty members, is traveling to more than 35 Minnesota communities to talk about the U and how its teaching, research and outreach benefit these specific areas and the entire... Andrew Swain The University of Minnesota Alumni Association, along with university deans and faculty members, is traveling to more than 35 Minnesota communities to talk about the U and how its teaching, research and outreach benefit these specific areas and the entire state. Speakers are discussing their cutting-edge research and the U's involvement with society's most pressing issues.

The following audio clips are available for media use:

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Introduction (:28)

Meeting with local citizens (:23)

Tour topics (:18)

Mutual connections (:39)

Engaging the audience and the experts (:43)]]> 11/16/07: U of M honors student veterans and unveils tribute for new stadium tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2007:/urelate/newsservice//6902.98354 2007-11-16T21:45:59Z 2008-03-24T22:56:51Z

University of Minnesota officials and community members celebrated the contributions of student veterans today and unveiled design plans for a veterans tribute at TCF Bank Stadium. Also announced was the first opponent to face the Gophers in the new stadium... Andrew Swain University of Minnesota officials and community members celebrated the contributions of student veterans today and unveiled design plans for a veterans tribute at TCF Bank Stadium. Also announced was the first opponent to face the Gophers in the new stadium in 2009, Air Force Academy. Press release and video

The following audio clips are available for media use:

President Robert Bruininks honors student veterans (:10)

Bruininks describes vets stadium tribute (:16)

Retired Brigadier General and former Alumni Association president Dennis Schulstad describes tribute (:29)

Athletics Director Joel Maturi announces first football opponent for 2009 opening (:15)

Regent Dean Johnson's message to veterans (:16)

Board of Regents Chair Patricia Simmons and the U of M's work for student veterans (:24)

]]> 10/19/07: U of M receives $12.5 million gift tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2007:/urelate/newsservice//6902.99090 2007-10-19T16:51:59Z 2008-03-24T22:57:20Z Leaders of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community joined University of Minnesota officials today to announce a $12.5 million gift from the SMSC to the university. The following audio clips are available for media use: Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Chairman Stanley... Andrew Swain Leaders of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community joined University of Minnesota officials today to announce a $12.5 million gift from the SMSC to the university.

The following audio clips are available for media use:

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Chairman Stanley R. Crooks (1:52)

Athletics Director Joel Maturi (2:00)

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