“They mirror the
polarized, energized nature of the nation. People
want to read and hear about these issues.” Basil
Talbott, lecturer in journalism and mass communication
in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, referring
to the increasing popularity of books over new media
for political reporting (USA Today, April 1).
“Artists in society are allowed to be the
crazy people. That’s a privilege, fulfilling
that part of our mission.” Keith Achepohl,
Elizabeth M. Stanley Professor in the Arts in the
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, reveling in
his distinct presence in the Iowa art community (The
Gazette, April 4).
“Billions of people in the world don’t
even get to drink a clean glass of water each day.
Engineers are obligated to help with things like
that as well as build skyscrapers and bridges.” Craig
Just, associate research scientist in civil and environmental
engineering in the College of Engineering, explaining
his reasoning behind a spring break trip to Mexico
to teach youngsters about water, the environment,
and the importance of hygiene (The Gazette, April
4).
“You never want to think the worst about your
parent.” Geri Hall, associate professor (clinical)
of nursing in the College of Nursing, acknowledging
that it is difficult for families to recognize potential
risks of their elderly loved ones living alone (San
Jose Mercury News, April 7).
“I think it’s unlikely he’s going
to go out and walk the streets any time soon.” Stephanos
Bibas, associate professor of law in the College
of Law, commenting on a judge’s finding that
Luke Helder, the former University of Wisconsin student
who has been charged with several Midwestern mailbox
bombings, is incompetent to stand trial (St.
Paul Pioneer Press,
April 7).
“She is still working through some surgical
related complications, but we expect her to have
a normal childhood and that she will grow up to be
a normal adult.” Warren Bishop, associate professor
of pediatrics in the UI Carver College of Medicine,
discussing the condition of Kaylee Lindley, one of
the youngest children ever to survive a liver transplant
procedure (Seattle Post Intelligencer, April 15).
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