Stetson In the News
April 28-May 4
Top Stories:
Alexander Pozin, former professor at Stetson University, was featured in the article, "A War Hero at 100: St. Augustine Centenarian Fought Nazis from Above as a Russian Pilot." The article discussed Pozin's background, including his history as a "former fighter and bomber pilot for the 210th Division of the Soviet Air Force in World War II," posted by The St. Augustine Record May 1. Luz Estella Nagle, J.D., law professor at Stetson University, was quoted in the article, "Human Trafficking Becoming Epidemic in Florida, Authorities Say." Nagle stated, "We know that human trafficking is a hidden crime," posted by The Palm Beach Post Online May 1. K.C. Ma, Ph.D., professor of finance, was quoted in the article, "Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Stock: Q1 Earnings Can't Stop This Train." According to Ma, Alibaba CEO Jack Ma's friendly relationship with President Trump has "prompted Amazon to speed up its timetable to expand the Prime Video service and AWS data centers in markets like India and China," posted by U.S. News & World Report April 27. Charles Rose, J.D., law professor at Stetson University, was quoted in the article, "Judge Rips USF Player, Strong." Rose commented on Judge Margaret Taylor's scathing words against LaDarrius Jackson and Charlie Strong, stating, "The only issue that you could probably allege if you were a defense attorney is she's somehow shown a bias against USF football," posted by Tampa Bay Times May 4. K.C. Ma, Ph.D., finance professor at Stetson University, was quoted in the article, "Why Investors Should Factor in Goodwill When Evaluating Stocks." Ma stated, "Shareholders can consider that goodwill is the intangible portion of the assets they pay for," posted by TheStreet April 28. Stetson University was granted the Presser Foundation's Capital Support Grant, designed for "capital projects of music organizations providing a broad range of classical symphonic, chamber, choral and/or vocal music," posted by PR Newswire – Online and several other outlets May 2. Valrie Chambers, Ph.D., professor of taxation and accounting at Stetson University, was mentioned in the article, "Julie Jason: Write Your Own Credit History With a Secured Card." Chambers explained that recent college graduates who have not applied for loans may still have a credit file, posted by The Advocate Online and several other outlets April 30.
Other News:
According to the article, "Bonner Leaders Work to Serve," Stetson University was one of the first colleges to offer the Bonner Leader Program, a university program that pairs students with nonprofit organizations for volunteer work until graduation, posted by Public Now April 27. The article, "What is Molecular Biology?" discussed the molecular biology major at Stetson University, describing it as a major that trains students interested in the interface between the life sciences and physical sciences to be scientists, posted by New York City High Tech News April 30. Ciara Torres-Spelliscy, J.D., professor of law at Stetson University, was profiled in the Spring 2017 AALS News, "Spotlight on Sections: Election Law." According to the profile, Torres-Spelliscy is chair-elect of the Section on Election Law. Theresa Pulley Radwan, J.D., law professor, was quoted in the article, "Trustee Asks Court to Liquidate Steakhouse" about Spice Modern Steakhouse. According to Radwan, "If it's a Chapter 11 reorganization, sometimes the business can be sold as a going concern, but when you are in Chapter 7, the most common course is to liquidate the parts," posted originally by the Orlando Sentinel and later by the May 3 Troubled Company Reporter. News of LL.M. student Riya Khan being selected for the U.N. Graduate Study Program ran in the April 27 Targeted News Service. The April 30 KAIT-TV announced law professor Peter Lake's participation in the ATIXA/SCOPE Joint National Conference. Stetson University's LL.M. programs are listed among national programs and the LL.M in International Law is spotlighted in the article, "LL.M. News South," posted by the International Jurist magazine. The KFMB-FM and other newswire outlets announced the upcoming Educating Advocates: Teaching Advocacy Skills Conference, May 22-25 in Gulfport. According to the May 3 Gabber, law student Breanne Whited is helping Golfview Condominiums "Go Green" with recycling efforts.
Alumni News:
Alumnus Luis Pedraja was featured in the article, "Bringing Higher Ed to the Masses." Despite being born in Cuba to a low-income family, Pedraja was motivated by his parents and a mentor at Stetson University to advance his education, and now he wants to give other people that same opportunity, posted by Worcester Business Journal Online May 1. An honorary Doctor of Laws degree will be presented to Daytona Beach Mayor and Stetson University alumnus Derrick L. Henry Sr., according to the article "Bethune-Cookman University Recognizes City of Daytona Beach Mayor, Derrick L. Henry, Sr., during Spring 2017 Commencement," posted by Targeted News Service April 27. Law alumnus Javier Centonzio is spearheading a veterans scholarship gold tournament, according to the April 30 and May 1 Tampa Bay Times. Law alumnus Rich McKay was quoted in the article, "Falcons CEO Rich McKay Shares Life Lessons, Business Principles at Gwinnett Chamber Breakfast," posted by Gwinnett Daily Post and other outlets May 2. The May 2 Golfdom reported that the Executive Women's Golf Association named law alumna Jane Geddes as its chief executive officer, effective immediately, becoming CEO of the largest women-focused amateur golf association in the United States. According to the May 3 Sarbanes Oxley on Ulitzer, USForex announced the addition of law alumnus Tim Richey as risk and compliance manager. Stetson University alumnus W.D. Crowder was featured in the article, "Financial Terms Dictionary Releases Free eBook with Over 200 Definitions." Crowder, a published author, worked with Financial Dictionary CEO Thomas Herold to create two new financial dictionary eBooks, posted by Digital Journal and several other outlets May 3. According to the May 3 PublicNow and Holland & Knight, law alumnus Mark Haranzo has joined Holland & Knight Private Wealth Services in New York. According to a LinkedIn post, law alumna Christina Unkel was appointed to serve on the Consumer Protection Law Committee, to the 12th Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee "A" and the American Association of Justice selected her for the 2017 Leadership Academy class. According to the National Law Journal and Florin Roebig, law alumni Wil Florin and Tommy Roebig have again won one of the nation's top 50 verdicts in the article, "Top 100 Verdicts." According to the PRWeb, law alumna Victoria Cruz-Garcia is a moot court coach and adjunct law professor at Cooley Law School. The May 4 PR.com reported that law alumnus Forrest J. Bass recently received the AV Preeminent designation by Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rankings.
April 21-27
Top Stories:
Elizabeth Paul, former Stetson University provost and vice president of academic affairs, has been inaugurated as Capital University's 16th president, according to the article, "Capital University's New President Elizabeth Paul Outlines Vision," posted by ThisWeek Community Newspapers Online April 26. Ciara Torres-Spelliscy, J.D., professor of law at Stetson University, was referenced in the article, "Corporations Gave Millions for Trump Inaugural." According to an analysis of FEC disclosure reports by Torres-Spelliscy, only one publicly traded company made reported contributions to a pro-Trump super political action committee during the presidential campaign, posted by Bloomberg BNA April 20. Stetson University's ethics team members Megan Christopher, Sarah Klass, Alex Overdijking and Nate Smith placed second in the International Business Ethics Case Competition held in California. The IBECC judges were impressed by the team's polished presentation and argumentation skills, posted by NewsDog and several other outlets April 26. Taylor Greenberg, law student at Stetson University, received the 2017 Pro Bono Service Award for Outstanding Service. "Pro bono work has been the most rewarding aspect of law school for me," said Greenberg, posted by Targeted News Service April 26. According to the article, "Sea Level Rise Already Evident in Chatham County," a report that was partially drafted by Stetson University faculty and staff documented that less severe flooding of the highway U.S. 80 occurred two dozen times in 2015, posted by Savannah Morning News Online April 23. Louis Virelli, J.D., professor of law at Stetson University, spoke with 10News for the April 26 story, "VERIFY: Is Twitter Account Posting Every Trump Donor's Name?" Virelli confirmed that the Twitter account @everytrumpdonor is accurately and legally tweeting the names of over 15,000 Trump donors. Christopher Ferguson, Ph.D., professor of psychology at Stetson University, was mentioned in the article, "The Smartphone Has Really Thrown Gasoline on the Addiction Fire of Our Society." According to Ferguson, addiction is defined in psychology as chemical dependence on a substance, posted by CBC Radio One, April 24.
Other News:
Peter F. Lake, J.D., professor of law at Stetson University, wrote the College Planning and Management article, "Compliance U." Lake discussed the important divisions of functions among general counsels and chief compliance officers in higher education roles, posted on April 20. Peter F. Lake, J.D., professor of law, was quoted in the article, "Between Harvard and Office for Civil Rights, A Symbiotic Relationship." Lake stated, "The regulators become your staff and your staff becomes the regulators. It can raise issues of direction and conflict of interest in some cases," posted by The Harvard Crimson April 21. Peter F. Lake, J.D., law professor, was featured in the article, "As Grand Jury Probes PSU Pledge Death, History Shows Hazing Prosecutions Difficult to Pursue." Lake stated, "It showed others across the country that they could successfully prosecute hazing events that they might have been wary of pursuing before," posted by Philly.com April 21. Stetson University will host the annual Educating Advocates conference, which brings together professors, lawyers and legal practitioners from across the country to learn the Stetson University method of advocacy, according to Fox21 and several other outlets, posted April 21. The April 23 AllGov article "Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims: Who is Robert N. Davis?" profiles former law professor Robert N. Davis, chief judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Former Appeal Court Judge Anthony Lucky, who is a judge of the United Nations International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, spoke at Stetson University College of Law during the 21st annual Stetson University International Environmental Moot Court Competition, according to a story in EtornoInteligente. The May 1 Florida Bar News reported that Brian H. Bieber of Gray Robinson in Miami was featured as an instructor on "Investigating the White Collar Case and Accompanying Ethical Issues" at the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers White Collar Criminal Defense College at Stetson Univesity.
Alumni News:
The Tampa Bay law firm of Carlson, Meissner, Hard & Hayslett, P.A., has announced that Law alumna Sarah Barkley Raaymakers has been made a partner in the firm. Law alumnus Augustine Smythe "Gus" Weekley, Jr., has died according to the Tampa Bay Times obituary. A medical doctor, Smythe graduated from Stetson University in 1989 and practiced health law. He was a member of the Chester Ferguson Inn of Court. Law alumnus Christopher Y. Mills has been named partner in charge of the new Fort Lauderdale office of Adams and Reese, according to the April 24 Miami Herald. The April 26 Laker/Lutz News ran an article about Law alumna Thania Clevenger, a civil and human rights attorney working as marketing director at her family’s new restaurant, La Yuma.
April 14-20
Top Stories:
Stetson University's Institute for Water and Environmental Resilience hosted a meeting of St. Johns River Water Management District scientists, other scientists, officials and springs advocates to discuss a proposal that will affect water flow in Gemini Springs, according to the article, "Local Officials Question Proposal to Allow Decreases in Gemini Springs Water Flow," posted by The Daytona Beach News-Journal April 17. The article quoted Institute Executive Director Clay Henderson. K.C. Ma, Ph.D., finance professor, was featured in the article, "8 Unsexy Stocks With Super-Sexy Returns." Ma discussed Procter and Gamble Co., a company that produces razors and other household products. Because of the consistent need for these products, according to Ma, Procter and Gamble Co. is a great company to invest in, posted by U.S. News & World Report April 11. Shasta Ford, graduate of Stetson University, was featured in the article, "Florida Film Festival: Field of Dreams for Filmmakers." Ford's 10-minute short film that celebrates vinyl records was presented at the Florida Film Festival, posted by Orlando Sentinel April 15. Stuart Michelson, Ph.D., professor of finance, was quoted in the article, "Robert Powell: How To Save for Retirement When Politicians Keep Making it Harder." Michelson stated, "The removal of the Obama-era regulation only hurts those that are not looking out for their retirement, so those workers will not be automatically enrolled in retirement accounts," posted by My Informs April 14. K.C. Ma, Ph.D., professor of finance, was quoted in the article, "What Happens to Uber Now?" Ma stated, "Most anticipate that Uber’'s highly anticipated IPO won't happen soon because of recent negative publicity. Uber's loss on public opinion – from early 2017's '#DeleteUber' campaign to its recent scandals – is Lyft's gain," posted by Yahoo Finance April 18. Hari Pulapaka, Ph.D., professor of mathematics and professional chef, was featured in the article, "At Tampa Bay Farm-to-Table Restaurants, You're Being Fed Fiction." Pulapaka said, "I'm not trying to re-enact a scene from Portlandia, but consumers have to take ownership," posted by True Viral News April 15. Law alumnus Ahmad Yakzan is featured in the April 19 10News interview, "Buy American, Hire American: what does executive order actually do?"
Other News:
K.C. Ma, Ph.D., finance professor, was featured in the article, "Investors Can Profit From Volatility By Selling Puts." According to Ma, selling options, instead of buying options, can reduce the amount of risk by offsetting part of the capital invested in underlying assets, posted by Times-Herald Online April 18. Law Professor Ciara Torres-Spelliscy is referenced in the April 14 Friday Round Up of SCOTUSblog. Law Professor Theresa Radwan's quote in the Kiplinger article, "Dealing with Debts after Death," was picked up by Yahoo! News india. Law alumnus Ahmad Yakzan is featured in the April 19 10News interview, "Buy American, Hire American: what does executive order actually do?" Stetson University was mentioned in the article, "Engaging Activities in Political Science." Stetson Univesity hosted the annual Model Senate Competition in March, bringing in students from other colleges to play the role of U.S. Senators and debate current issues, posted by Targeted News Service, April 12. The April 13 Cape Codder and Wicked Local reported that Stetson law students assisted with a model U.N. intergenerational program. The April 19 Gulfport Gabber covered news of Stetson University students participating in the Fun in the Sun community event.
Alumni News:
Michael Duckworth, Stetson University graduate, was covered in the article, "Lennar Atlanta Welcomes Michael Duckworth as New Home Consultant." Duckworth was welcomed as New Home Consultant for the Roswell-based division of Lennar, the second largest residential builder in the U.S., posted by Patch April 15. Trent Tomengo, Stetson University graduate, was mentioned in the article, "48th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit Awards Announced." Tomengo judged the Seminole State College annual art exhibit and awarded prizes in the Best of Show, Best of Media, Awards of Excellence, and Merit Awards categories, posted by Targeted News Service April 19. Stephanie Fischer, graduate of Stetson University, was featured in the article, "Stephanie Fischer Named a Board Member of Georgia Restaurant Association." Fischer has been named a board member of GRA, where she oversees Learning and Development, Guest Experience and New Store Openings, posted by Restaurant Informer April 19. The April 13 State Capital News Feed reports that Jason Emilios Dimitris has been appointed the newest judge to serve on the 11th Circuit. According to the April 19 Contacto Latino News, Law alumna Suzanne Boy will present "The Hottest Employment Law Topics in 2017" at the RetNet Forum Spring Meeting, on April 22 at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California.
April 7-13
Top Stories:
Stetson University was featured in the article, "Stetson University Program Taps Matrox, Ensemble for Video Tech," which focuses on the new Centurion Sales Excellence Program that kicked off at Stetson University last fall, posted by TV Technology Online and other outlets April 6. The article, "The Complete List of Test-Optional Colleges and Universities, As of Now," lists Stetson University as one of the many colleges or universities that is "test-optional," or does not require ACT or SAT scores for admissions, posted by The Washington Post Online April 12. Stetson University was mentioned in the article, "Students Should Be Allowed to Keep Pets on Campus." Stetson University was listed as one example of a pet-friendly campus, posted by Indiana Statesman April 12. Theresa Pulley Radwan, J.D., professor of law at Stetson University, was featured in the article, "Dealing With Debts After Death." According to the article, "If your parent dies with a mortgage and you want to keep the house, you can try to arrange to take over the payments," posted by Kiplinger Business Resource Centre, Yahoo! Canada Finance, Yahoo! India Business and others. Paul Boudreaux, J.D., law professor, was quoted in the April 6 article, "Overshadowed: Why Florida Legislators Are Trying to Control Everything From Local Taxes to Human Rights." Boudreaux stated, "It's safe to say that a lot of state governments, particularly those controlled by the Republican Party, have been emboldened by what's happening on the national scene," posted by Tampa Bay Business Journal. Christopher Ferguson, Ph.D., professor of psychology, contributed to the article, "Gaming is Not an Addiction." Ferguson and Villanova professor Patrick Markey argued that "by treating the immoderate playing of video games as an addiction, we are pathologizing relatively normal behavior," posted by IOL (ZA) April 8. Kathy Piechura-Couture, Ph.D., education professor at Stetson University, was quoted in the article, "Single-Sex Classes at South McKeel Seem to be Working." "Kids come with stereotypes," Piechyra-Couture said. "In single- gender classes we can combat them much easier," posted by The Ledger Online April 9. Stetson Law students E. Alan Brock, Vanessa Denk, Bart Kubiak, Taofikat Ninalowo, Reshma Pharsi, Kara Rogers, and Ayodale Tan were featured in the article, "Stetson Law Students Win Awards in Three Categories at International Moot Court Competition in Hong Kong," posted by the 24/7 newswire in Business News and other outlets. Stuart Michelson, Ph.D., Stetson University professor of finance, was quoted in the article, "Update: How to Save for Retirement When Politicians Keep Making it Harder." Michelson stated, "The removal of the Obama-era regulation only hurts those that are not looking out for their retirement, so those workers will not be automatically enrolled in retirement accounts," posted by Morningstar StockInvestor Online April 13.
Other News:
Ciara Torres-Spelliscy, J.D., professor of law at Stetson University, was mentioned in the blogpost, "Highlights from Federalist Society Student Symposium Panel on Campaign Finance and Free Speech." Torres-Spelliscy was one of the panelists for The Federalist Society's panel, posted on The Republican Lawyer April 11. Ashley Moya, Stetson University College of Law graduate, was featured in the article, "Law Student Picked for ABA's Judicial Clerkship Program." Moya is one of nine law students in the country selected for the American Bar Association's Judicial Clerkship Program, posted by SIU News April 12. Matthew Bussin, Stetson University College of Law student, was featured in the blog post, "Meet the Law Clerks." Bussin is one of the law clerks at Coye Law Firm, posted by Coye Law Firm on April 6. James Fox, J.D., professor of law at Stetson University, wrote the blog post, "The Framers' Coup as a Challenge for Originalism." Fox discussed his opinions of two possible consequences of "The Framers' Coup," posted on Balkinization April 11. Law Assistant Dean for International Programs JR Swanegan joined law student Erica Ramos for an interview with Bay News 9 Info Mas on Stetson University's study abroad programs in Cuba that aired on April 6-7. Law Professor Louis Virelli appeared on the April 10 Bay News 9 discussing the impact of the confirmation of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Gorsuch. Professor Virelli also appeared on WFLA-AM discussing the confirmation on April 9 and April 10. Law Professor Jason Bent is quoted in the April 12 Orlando Sentinel article, "Employee sues over 'old white men' allegations." The April 11 North Kentucky Tribune reports that Thomas More College President David A. Armstrong, a member of the International Advisory Council for the Center for Excellence in Higher Education Law and Policy at Stetson University College of Law, has created an Institute for Higher Education Compliance.
Alumni News:
Edward Cooney, Stetson University alumnus, is one of four new board members for The Pankey Institute, according to the PRLog article, "The Pankey Institute Announces New Board Members," posted April 6. Melany Gnaizda-Gibson, Stetson University graduate, was featured in the article, "Melany Gnaizda-Gibson: A Counselor Who Cares." Gnaizda-Gibson stated, "Students want to ask questions when they have a relationship with the advisors," posted by Her Campus April 8. Christopher M. Delp, College of Law graduate, was featured in the article, "Christopher Delp Presents at SAMA Meeting." According to the article, Delp spoke at the Sarasota Manatee Manufacturers' Association meeting, discussing legal considerations for industrial power users, posted by Tampa Bay Newswire April 10. Christopher Y. Mills, graduate of Stetson University College of Law, was featured in the article, "Adams and Reese Taps Top Financial Services Lawyers to Lead New Offices in Atlanta and Fort Lauderdale." Mills is one of four new Adams and Reese partners, posted by Business Wire – Online April 11. Michael Duckworth, graduate of Stetson University, was featured in the article, "Lennar Atlanta Adds Michael Duckworth as Home Consultant." Duckworth has been added to the Roswell-based division of Lennar as New Home Consultant, posted by CityBizList April 13. Law alumnus Javier Ojeda Chenard did an interview in the Bay News 9 Info Mas studio about Stetson University's CLE program in Cuba and his experiences in Cuba that aired April 11-12. The April 7 PublicNow ran news that Law alumnus Arturo Rios spoke at a forum on issues surrounding immigration at Stetson University. According to the April 12 Miami Herald Naked Politics, Gov. Rick Scott promoted Miami-Dade County Judge and Law alumnus Jason E. Dimitris to the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court. The news also ran in Florida Politics and Capital Soup.
March 31-April 6
Top Stories:
Christopher Ferguson, Ph.D., professor of psychology at Stetson University, was featured in the article, "Does the Scientific Method Apply to Psychology?" Ferguson commented on the idea that psychology is "sliding towards a state of being unfalsifiable," according to the article, posted by Patheos March 30. Louis Virelli, J.D., law professor at Stetson University, was quoted in the article, "Citing Prosecutor's Death Penalty Stance, Fla. Governor Reassigns 21 Cases.” Virelli stated, “When viewed on a case-by-case basis, this remedy by the governor strikes me as dangerous," posted by The Police News April 5. Carol Henderson, J.D., professor of law at Stetson University, was featured in the article, "Women's History Month: AAFS Celebrates Carol E. Henderson, BA, JD 2008-2009 AAFS President," posted by the American Academy of Forensic Sciences Magazine March 28. Valrie Chambers, Ph.D., associate professor of accounting, contributed to the article, "Procedure for Obtaining Rescission of 90-Day Letters." The article, posted on The Taxadviser, focuses on the process necessary to obtain rescission of 90-day letters in underreported income cases, posted April 1.
Other News:
The April 5 Targeted News Service ran the news that Stetson Law student Mary Gantert presented with Judge Edward LaRose at the Tampa Bay Lawyers Guild's Law Day. The SaintPetersBlog and State Capital News Feed ran news of Stetson University's screening of Foster Shock and panel presentation by the student organization, Child Advocates of Stetson Law, posted March 30. Stetson University is offering a CLE program this summer in Cuba. The trip will be led by Darryl Wilson, associate dean for faculty and strategic initiatives, and is designed to teach students about the Cuban legal system, posted by Tampa Bay Newswire March 31. The March 30 Public article, "Up Close With Cuba: Law School Students, Professor Travel to Havana," reported on Stetson law school's recent spring break trip to Havana, Cuba. The BrainTree Forum reported that the Yarmouth Senior Center's April 8 intergenerational model UN will feature international and elder law experts from Stetson University speaking at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the U.S. Senate in Boston. The April 3 Akron Legal News ran the news that Stetson University Cornerstone Award recipient Professor Lawrence A. Sutter III has died. The April 2 Legally India reported on the champion International Environmental Moot Court win at Stetson University.
Alumni News:
Deborah J. Blue, graduate of Stetson University College of Law, was covered in the article, "What I Wear to Work: Deborah J. Blue." In the article, Blue gave her best piece of legal advice: "Litigation or collaboration is a process. Nothing happens overnight," posted by Sarasota Magazine – Online March 31. Thomas S. Edwards, Jr., Stetson law alumnus, was featured in the article, "Edwards & Ragatz, P.A." Edwards is a firm partner at Edwards & Ragatz, P.A., where he fights to give residents of Jacksonville a voice in the courtroom and protect their rights in the justice system, posted by Jacksonville Magazine – Online April 3. According to the April 3 Irvin Law Firm press release, Stetson University College of Law alumnus Grady C. Irvin Jr. is featured in the Showtime documentary, "Disgraced," for his work with a high-profile murder case that erupted into the Baylor men's basketball scandal in 2003. Stetson University College of Law alumna Cristen Martinez will speak at the Tampa Bay REIA meeting on April 11, focusing on "Florida land trusts for the savvy real estate investor," according to Wherevent. According to the March 30 Jasper News, Stetson University College of Law alumnus John McCormick has died.