January 29 & 30, 2004
Utah State in the News
Friday, January 30, 2004
SOLUTIONS
Q: Is it a good idea to close up an unused room in winter,
or does that cause things to get moldy or ice to build up and
moisture to dribble down windows? A: The reason for closing
a register in an unused room is to redirect heated air to occupied
areas of the house and make them more comfortable. That can
be overdone, though. Gary Jackson of Jackson Comfort Systems
in Northfield, Ohio, says that closing too many registers can
interfere with the flow of heated air through the house, resulting
in less heat and uneven distribution. … Utah State University
and University of Michigan extension services recommended cleaning
brick with a solution of one-half to one cup of trisodium phosphate
in a gallon of hot water. Scrub with a stiff brush and rinse
with plenty of warm water. Repeat if necessary. (Washington
Post, 1/29/04)
ARM LOANS LOOK
GOOD UNTIL PAYMENTS GO UP
The pitch by Richmond American Homes looks enticing to those
yearning for a castle of their own: a home with vaulted ceilings,
built-in fireplaces and walk-in-closets all for a super-low
mortgage payment of $778 per month. But read the fine print.
… Marilyn Albertson, a family and consumer science agent
for Utah State University's Extension Service in Salt Lake County,
said ARMs have some benefits. (Salt Lake Tribune, 1/29/04) Click
on: http://www.sltrib.com/2004/jan/01292004/business/133492.asp
DARIER'S DISEASE:
THERE'S HOPE FOR MANAGING RARE GENETIC DISORDER
Nicole Spendlove is compulsive about her hygiene, showering
as many as three times a day, then slathering herself with lotion.
She stays out of the sun, though previously she adored being
outdoors, whether hiking or skiing or playing with friends at
the beach. … A student at Utah State University studying
elementary education, the 25-year old is taking a semester off
from school to try to conquer the disorder that has wreaked
havoc on her health and her self-image. (Deseret Morning News,
1/29/04) Click on: http://deseretnews.com/dn/print/1,1442,590039320,00.html
STUDENTS TAKE
HIGH ROAD TO LEGISLATURE'S DOORS
For the past three years, images of university students rallying
at the state Capitol have graced college newspaper front pages.
Normally, about 200 students gather on the outside steps, wave
signs and make speeches, while legislators go about their business
inside, sometimes without knowing anyone was rallying. Though
it makes a great newspaper picture, it isn't productive communication.
But this year, things are different, says Ariel Thrapp, executive
vice president of the Associated Students of Utah State University.
(Standard Examiner, 1/29/04) Click on: http://www.standard.net/standard/news/print_story.html?sid=00040128233015901664
TEACHING FROM
UTAH TO SHANGHAI: COUPLE: DIFFERENT APPROACH TO LEARNING IN
CHINA
This time, not even the SARS scare would keep Cliff and Laura
Anderson from teaching in China. The Andersons were kept from
traveling to Shanghai this past spring because of the increasing
number of SARS cases. But with only a few reported cases of
SARS in Shanghai recently, the Andersons packed their bags and
traveled to Shanghai to teach at the Utah Institute of Science
and Technology. … Seeking a more Western style education
in economics and tourism, the students pay extra tuition to
attend the institute. The institute co-teaches with Utah State
University, Salt Lake Community College, and WSU. (Standard
Examiner, 1/29/04) Click on: http://www.standard.net/standard/news/print_story.html?sid=00040128190040912391
USU'S MORRILL
QUELLS RUMORS
As chatter begins over who will be the next basketball coach
at the University of Utah, it doesn't take long for a local
name to come up. But Utah State University head coach Stew Morrill
moved quick to nip those rumors in the bud by releasing a short
statement Wednesday evening. The Aggie coach, who is enjoying
great year at USU with a 15-1 record, said he had no comment
regarding the Ute coaching position and will have no comment
the remainder of the season. (Herald Journal, 1/29/04)
THE TEXTBOOK BUYING
BLUES: STUDENTS EXPLORE MANY RESOURCES FOR BOOK SAVINGS
A surge in prices at the Utah State University Bookstore
has driven some students to alternative markets for their textbooks.
More students than ever are borrowing books, buying them off-campus
or simply doing without because they won't or can't pay the
bookstore prices. David Hansen, director of the USU Bookstore,
said that textbook prices have not gone up any more than they
usually do over the course of any one academic year. (Herald
Journal, 1/29/04)
E-MAIL VIRUS SPURS
USU SYSTEM TESTS
What appears to be the world's fastest spreading computer virus
to date has Utah State University network personnel busy searching
for infected machines and vulnerable ports as well as trying
to mitigate detrimental effects. (Herald Journal, 1/29/04)
Thursday, January 29, 2004
SQUEAKY CLEAN?
NOT EVEN CLOSE
When mad cow disease was discovered in Washington State recently,
it made headlines for days and brought action from the federal
government. Coupled with a number of E. coli scares, it caused
some Americans to swear off hamburger. … "Everybody
is so acutely aware of mad cow disease," said Janet Anderson,
a clinical associate professor of nutrition and food sciences
at Utah State University, "but people aren't aware of the
fact that they don't even wash their hands when they enter their
kitchens, which is a much greater risk." Professor Anderson
filmed more than 100 people preparing dinner and found that
only two did not cross-contaminate raw meat with fresh vegetables.
(New York Times, 1/28/04)
'AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION COOKIES' SPARK DEBATE AT UTAH STATE
Utah State University hosted a heated debate on affirmative
action this week, attended by about 600 students and faculty.
The debate was organized after a controversy over a protest
staged by USU College Republicans last month. The College Republicans
had sold cookies on campus, basing the prices on the buyer's
race and gender. The exercise's intent, organizers say, was
to "ruffle some feathers and get people thinking"
about the effects of affirmative action. Students offended by
the protest subsequently formed Aggies for the Education of
Affirmative Action (AEAA). (Salt Lake Tribune, 1/28/04) Click
on: http://www.sltrib.com/2004/jan/01282004/utah/133282.asp
CHASE AWAY
WINTER BLUES BY GROWING YOUR OWN GREENS
The scouting of the produce aisle each January is like an annual
event. Under the gray winter inversion, through the snow, we
crave anything that might have recently been exposed to the
sun. Attending college in Logan years ago, I blew a good chunk
of my monthly grocery bill during weekly treks through the produce
aisle. Anything green, yellow or orange went straight into the
cart. … Elaine Crane and Terri Page know better. Mothers
of teens interested in 4-H, the two sisters teamed up with Maggie
Wolf of the Utah State University Extension Service to grow
greens in the dead of winter. (Salt Lake Tribune, 1/28/04) Click
on: http://www.sltrib.com/2004/jan/01282004/wednesda/133166.asp
AUTRY'S FAMILY
TELLS JURORS: 'EVIL HAS A FACE': THEY DESCRIBE IMPACT OF MURDER,
ASK JURY TO 'DO WHAT YOU NEED TO DO'
The June 2000 murder of Trisha Ann Autry was like a massive
earthquake or a large boulder thrown violently into a small
pool, the teenage girl's mother said Tuesday. "The initial
impact was devastating, but the repercussions just go on and
on," JoAnn Autry told jurors who will determine the fate
of Cody Lynn Nielsen, the man convicted last week of kidnapping,
killing and dismembering the 15-year-old. … One of the
women reported the attempted rape to Utah State University campus
police immediately after it happened, but the others did not
make a report until after Nielsen was arrested for Autry's murder.
(Deseret Morning News, 1/28/04) Click on: http://deseretnews.com/dn/view/0,1249,590039108,00.html
PEDESTRIANS
PATH UNCLEAR: SNOW COVERED WALKS RAISE QUESTIONS ON REMOVAL
POLICY
Bob Wood's morning commute from Logan's Island neighborhood
to Utah State University forces him to navigate busy streets
like Canyon Road, the Boulevard and 400 North every day. However,
as a bicyclist who chooses to walk to work, the daily transportation
has become more treacherous. "I was out in the street,"
said Wood, of an obstructed sidewalk on Canyon Road that impeded
his walk to work during the winter, the daily transportation
has become even more treacherous. (Herald Journal, 1/28/04)
ASK A SPECIALIST:
FREEZER IS SINGLE PERSON'S FRIEND
Q: Do you have tips on cooking for one? Answer by Charlotte
Brennand, Utah State University Extension Food Safety Specialist.
Cooking for one on a regular basis can become monotonous. There
are also nutritional concerns if meals are skipped or not complete.
There are many tasty dinners available in grocery stores. (Herald
Journal, 1/28/04)
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