Monthly Archives: February 2009

JFound: Schriefer, Russell [MC1980] From Wikipedia

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russell_Schriefer

Russell Schriefer
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Russell J. Schriefer is an American political strategist and media consultant who has worked on four out of the last five presidential campaigns.[1] In 2008, he directed media and message for former Governor Mitt Romney’s presidential campaign.[2]

After graduating from Manhattan College, Schriefer got his start working for two Republican House members, and was Mid-Atlantic political director for George H. W. Bush in the 1988 campaign. He became a lobbyist, but he soured on the profession after being asked to defend a product that harmed wildlife.[3] He then managed Rudolph W. Giuliani’s unsuccessful New York mayoral campaign in 1989. During the 1996 presidential primary season, Schriefer did consulting work for Robert J. Dole for president.[4]

As founding partner with Stuart Stevens of the Stevens & Schriefer Group, Schriefer has worked with many Republican Governors, Senators, and Congressmen, including Governor Robert Ehrlich (MD), Senator Johnny Isakson (GA), Governor Tom Ridge (PA), Governor Bill Weld (MA), Governor Paul Cellucci (MA), Governor Bob Riley (AL), Governor Charlie Crist (FL), Senator Richard Lugar (IN), Senator John Cornyn (TX). He served as program director of the 2004 Republican convention in Madison Square Garden, New York.[5]

Schriefer produced campaign advertisements for George W. Bush in the 2000 and 2004 elections, gaining notoriety for an advertisement that aired in 2004 picturing Senator John Kerry windsurfing.[6] In 2007, Stevens & Schriefer briefly served as one of Senator John McCain’s media consultants.[6][7][8]

Schriefer also does corporate consulting. [9]

Russell Schriefer is married to Nina Easton, Washington Editor at Fortune magazine and a commentator on the Fox News Channel.[10] He has a daughter Elizabeth Rose, and two step sons Taylor and Daniel.

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Schriefer, Russell [MC1980]

[JR: Ours? Yes, according to Kevin M '80]

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QUADRANGLE: Thursday, February 19, 2009

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http://www.mcquadrangle.org/?reffeature=htmlemailedition

Thursday, February 19, 2009 Riverdale Weather: HI 34 / LO 23 Decreasing Clouds

Alpha Phi Delta Returns to MC
In 1914, 7 men took an oath to become members of the Alpha Phi Delta, a Fraternity based on Italian heritage. Coincidentally, last fall, 7 MC students took the same oath to reinitiate the Beta Beta Chapter of the fraternity on MC’s campus. President of the Fraternity, Jeffrey Sidoti, is proud to be part of the only National Fraternity on campus.

NEWS

Hope for Darfur

Brave Darfuri women are risking their lives to reveal their stories of attack and sexual assault in hope to end the genocide. Rape is a method being used by the government funded Sudanese militia, the janjaweed, to ruin the lives of women and their families.

MC Welcomes Visiting Sister School | Briefs | Bridge Held up in Legislation; Nears Completion | MC Celebrates Black History Month

OP ED

Michael Phelps Set to Pay Hefty Price

We all know that Olympian Michael Phelps can swim as well as a fish. Phelps however may not have expected to live in a fishbowl, even after the iconic 2008 Beijing games where the legend won 8 gold medals. Being one of the most recognizable athletes in the world, it probably was not a good idea for Phelps to take a hit from a bong earlier this month.

Notes from the Editor | Point/CounterpointPoint/Counterpoint | Pope Lifts Excommunication of SSPX Bishops | The Angry Young Man

FEATURES

Advice From Journalist Joe Lauria

On Thursday, Feb. 5th, students of the Quadrangle II Class were fortunate enough to hear feedback on their new assignment from professional journalist Joe Lauria. Mr. Lauria, who has investigated stories for the New York Times, The Washington Post and New York Magazine, guided students as they explained their topics for their investigative articles.

All You Need is L.O.V.E | All You Need is L.O.V.E

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Dive Into a Bar Review

Just four blocks from the constant beat of popular music spilling into the street from Fenwicks Bar & Grill, a smaller, quieter – albeit gloomier – hole in the wall rests on River-dale Ave. The establishment is Hudsons, and it comprises a long bar area leading to a back room filled with a pool table and dartboard.

Hot Spots on Johnson Ave | King Uses Personal Life as Inspiration for Duma Key | MC Bagpipe and Drum Band Taps into Budget | MC Senior Publishes Novel, “Summer of the Fall” | Mingling with Drama in The City | To All Ye’ Haters. . . Please Hate Some More

SPORTS

Crawford’s Presence is Key to Jaspers’ Success

Junior guard Darryl Crawford has served as a spark off the bench for MC’s men’s basketball team. He has played an integral role as the sixth man. A Harlem native, Crawford is a product of All Hollows High School. “A lot of teams sometimes feel that they lose strength when they go to their bench and have to make a substitution.

Jaspers Begin Hunt for MAAC Title | Unified Team Hopes to Bring Home the Title | Jaspers Victorious on Senior Day

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JFound: Williams, Gregory [MC2003 RIP] has a scholarship fund

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http://www.gregwilliamsscholarshipfund.com/

The Gregory Williams Memorial Scholarship Fund is in memory of Gregory Williams, class of 2003. This scholarship was established by his fellow friends and classmates.

This scholarship will be available to Manhattan College students who have declared themselves as a Communications major and will assist them in their junior and senior academic years. The candidates will be chosen based on the need for tuition assistance. The scholarship will be offered annually to a deserving candidate and will continue in perpetuity to carry on Greg’s memory.

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[JR: I didn't know about this one.]

Williams, Gregory [MC2003 RIP]

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JFound: Furst, Eric [MC????]

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http://www.worldisround.com/articles/10209/

My School Manhattan College by eric furst   

These are some shots taken last year in April 2001 in Manhattan College, Riverdale NY.

Its a very wonderful college and the neighborhood is even more beautiful. Millionaire dollar homes and high income earners live within 2 blocks of the college.

The only thing which people can’t understand is why its called Manhattan College when its in the Bronx and not Manhattan, irony isn’t it :) ?

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JNews: Schilling, Colleen [MC2010]

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http://www.timesunion.com/AspStories/story.asp?storyID=771544&category=REGION

STUDENT ROUNDER First published in print: Thursday, February 19, 2009

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Colleen Schilling, daughter of Dee and Tony Schilling of Brunswick, was named to the dean’s list at Manhattan College. Schilling has completed her requirements for a bachelor’s in elementary education and special education. A member of Kappa Delta Pi, she will formally graduate in May.

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Schilling, Colleen [MC2010]

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JObit: Timmings, James J. Jr. [MC1954]

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From: “McEneney, Mike (MC1953)”
Date: February 18, 2009 10:19:12 PM EST
To: “Jasperfjohn Reinke”
Subject: Fw: JAMES TIMMINGS 1954

Dear John,

See the attached. I believe the obit is in the Joiurnal News. I understand that he died after a bad fall. His son James is a member of the Class of 1987.

    May He Rest In Peace.

    Mike

[JR: Thanks, Mike. Much appreciated. ]

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http://www.nyjnews.com/obits/Obit1.php?pid=2702587&fulldate=2009-02-18

2009-02-18

James J. Timmings, Jr., a lifelong resident of North Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife Marie and their three children, Claire Gallagher of Weston, FL, James J. Timmings 3rd and his wife Monica of Rye, NY; Eileen Dean and her husband Robert of Franklin Square, NY along with six grandchildren, Kelly, Matthew and Amy Gallagher and Sarah, Caroline and James J. Timmings IV. Mr. Timmings is also survived by his sister, Marguerite Kenyon and her husband Elmer Kenyon of Swanzey, New Hampshire. Mr. Timmings was a veteran of the US Navy serving in WWII and the Korean War. He served on the USS Vulcan, AR-5. Fondly recalling his years of service with shipmates at ship reunions over recent years, he held in high esteem the time and those he served with. Mr. Timmings was an Electrical Engineering graduate of Manhattan College, and enjoyed a career with General Electric specializing in transportation systems which spanned 35 plus years working on rail and subway services from Washington DC to Boston. Mr. Timmings was an adjunct professor of electrical engineering at Westchester Community College for a period during his retirement. A volunteer firefighter with the Conqueror Hook & Ladder Company for the past 65 years, he also served as a Village Trustee in N. Tarrytown for 14 years from 1972 to 1986, during which time he also served as Deputy Mayor periodically. He has continued as an active member of the Westchester County Municipal Officials Association, serving most recently as a finance assistant of the organization. In retirement, he has enjoyed his passion for travel whether by car, train or ship with his wife Marie and sometimes with extended family. Along with his wife, Mr. Timmings is a parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church in Sleepy Hollow, participating as an usher and reader at services. A loving husband, father and grandfather, he will be missed by all who knew him. Visitation will be at Coffey Funeral Home on Wednesday from 7-9 PM and Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. His Funeral Mass will be Friday at 10:00 at Immaculate Conception Church with interment to follow in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Conqueror Hook & Ladder Company P.O. Box 662 Tarrytown, NY 10591 would be greatly appreciated. COFFEY FUNERAL HOME 91 N. Broadway Tarrytown, NY 10591 914-631-0983 coffeyfuneralhome.com.

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Timmings, James J. Jr. [MC1954]

Guestbook: http://tinyurl.com/cjuc6t

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JUpdate: Connolly, Chris (MC1994)

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Connolly, Chris (MC1994)

North Jersey, NJ

Education and Work
College:
    * Manhattan College ’94
High School:
    * St. Joseph Regional High School ’90
Employer:
    Pivotal Labs, Inc.

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IN THE VIRTUAL JASPER JOTTINGS NEWSROOM …
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JUpdate: Bourgeois, Daniel M. (MC1985)

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Bourgeois, Daniel M. (MC1985)

Hometown: Schenectady, NY
Relationship Status: Married

Education and Work
Grad School:
    * Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute ’87
    * MS, Chemical Engineering
College:
    * Manhattan College ’85
    * Chemical Engineering
High School:
    * Burnt Hills – Ballston Lake Senior High School ’81
Employer:
    Procter & Gamble
    Cincinnati, OH

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JHQ: February 19th, 2009 vs. Marist 7pm Think Pink Breast Cancer Awareness

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February 19th, 2009 vs. Marist 7pm

Think Pink Breast Cancer Awareness

This event is intended to help raise breast cancer awareness.

Everyone is encourages to wear something pink in support.

We will be honoring survivors as well as inviting all of their family and friends to enjoy the game for FREE.

If you know any survivors that you would like to honor.

Please contact Fiona Delaney at 718-862-7456 or email Fiona.delaney@manhattan.edu

The first 500 Manhattan College Students to arrive at the game will receive a FREE t-shirt.

PRIZES & GIVE AWAYS!!!!!

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[JR: Thinking of a young engineer who was taken too early by breast cancer!]

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MFound: “Skyscraper” Alleyne’s Manhattan College connection

Posted on February 18, 2009 by | Comments Off

http://cny.org/archive/ld/ld8021209.htm

Catholic New York — February 12, 2009
Rice Graduate Reaches New Heights as Globetrotter
By SOCRATES PALMER Jr.

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Skyscraper was a three—time, first—team All—City and All—State selection under head coach Maurice Hicks. As a junior, he helped lead Rice to Catholic High School and New York State Federation titles. As a senior, he averaged 21.0 points, 14.0 rebounds and 5.0 blocks per game.

In 2003, he earned a scholarship to the University of Kentucky. The Wildcats made the NCAA tournament during each season of Skyscraper’s collegiate career, including a run to the Elite Eight in 2005. Unfortunately Alleyne’s Kentucky years were not his personal best statistically and in his senior year he transferred to Manhattan College. As a transfer, he was forced to sit out his senior season. He didn’t play a single game for the Jaspers before entering the 2007 NBA draft. He was not drafted, but attended training camp with the Philadelphia 76ers that year. Alleyne says that playing for an NBA team remains a dream, but he feels that God has put him in a great situation with the Globetrotters.

“I’m traveling a lot and seeing a lot of places,” Alleyne said. “When I joined the tour we started at a U.S. military base in Asia and then went to Japan, Guam and Korea. Entertaining the troops is something very special to me and it is what the Globetrotters are all about, putting smiles on people’s faces.”

The Globetrotters play virtually all year round, but most of their games are held throughout North America from the last week in December through late April. During the rest of the year, the Globetrotters play numerous games overseas and participate in other charitable activities. The Globetrotters play a schedule of about 100 games in the four—month peak stretch, including doubleheaders. Playing that much basketball is fine with Alleyne, who first fell in love with the game while emulating his older brother, Robert, his hero while growing up. “I thought and still think that he was an incredible person, and I wanted to be just like him,” Alleyne said. After watching his brother play basketball for several years, Skyscraper took up the sport at age 10.

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[JR: What makes someone a Jasper? Four years, a degree, contribute to the common heritage ... ... I don't know?]

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