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The following are links to other news sites that have articles about graduates of the College of William and Mary. This list is by no means completely exhaustive -- meaning that there might be headlines that we miss -- but not too many. Got an alumni news tip? Send it to alumni.web@wm.edu.

Alex Gibby '97 Selected to Guide Michigan's Men's Cross Country ProgramOpen in a New Window

University of Michigan director of athletics Dave Brandon announced Thursday (July 29) the hiring of Alex Gibby as head men's cross country coach and assistant men's track and field coach.

 

The next act for Samantha Casey '10 will be classOpen in a New Window

Twenty-one year old Samantha Casey of Jeffersonton — 2010′s Miss Virginia — skyrocketed to national prominence in May when she came close to being crowned Miss USA.

 

Charles Wornom M.B.A. '71 elected president of the BoD for the Virginia Living MuseumOpen in a New Window

He is a charter investor in The Virginia Company Bank. Wornom joined the VLM board in 2002.

 

Larry D. Kingsley M.B.A. '94 honored by Clarkson University with "Golden Knight" awardOpen in a New Window

Kingsley currently serves on the Cooper Industries board of directors, the IDEX board of directors, the Junior Achievement of Chicago board and as a trustee for the Museum of Science and Industry, as well as on the Clarkson Business Leadership Council.

 

Check out video interview with Jimmye Laycock '70 from CAA Football Media DayOpen in a New Window

Media, Coaches, Players and Special Guests will be treated to various videos highlighting the leagues success as well as the 2010 Preseason All-CAA Football Offense and Defense.

 

Alan Miller '58 (namesake of Miller Hall) talks with CNBC about the purchase of Psychiatric SolutionsOpen in a New Window

Universal Health Services CEO Alan Miller discusses the company's earnings and outlook with CNBC.

 

Actualize Consulting promotes Matt Seu '86, M.B.A. '89 to PrincipalOpen in a New Window

Matt's responsibilities will include leading the firm’s Information Technology Practice, playing a leadership role in the Mortgage and Fixed Income Practice and ownership of account management for our DC office clients.

 

Stephanie Szostak '94 on her new role in "Dinner for Schmucks"Open in a New Window

In The Devil Wears Prada, Stephanie Szostak played a French magazine editor who made a rival out of Meryl Streep, but in Jay Roach’s Dinner for Schmucks, she goes one bigger: She makes a rival out of all the American women (and many American men) who covet Paul Rudd as their fantasy boyfriend.

 

UPDATE: Nora Corrigan '98 lead the entire JEOPARDY! match last night, but lost on the final questionOpen in a New Window

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John A. Lee M.B.A. '94 talks about the $52m sale of research firm Realpoint to Morningstar Inc.Open in a New Window

These services are delivered via a web-based portal on a subscription or contract-based pricing model.

 

Laird A. Lile '81 named to Florida Trend's Legal Elite Hall of FameOpen in a New Window

Lile was selected by a diverse panel of lawyers throughout Florida, who evaluated the nominees and made the final selections from the group of attorneys that have achieved annual Legal Elite status in the magazine at least five times.

 

Grant Lacerte J.D. ’91 has been elected to the Florida Municipal Electric Association’s boardOpen in a New Window

Lacerte has nearly 20 years of experience in public utility, regulatory and legislative practice, including serving as attorney advisor to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in Washington, D.C., according to a KUA press release.

 

CONGRATS to Nora Corrigan '98 on her JEOPARDY! win last night!Open in a New Window

Nora Corrigan, an English professor from Columbus, Mississippi...

 

"A 2D artist explores ceramics" A video by Irene Rojas '08Open in a New Window

 

Ted Dacko '76 Named to Board of Directors at HealthTeacherOpen in a New Window

HealthTeacher announced today that Ted Dacko, former CEO of HealthMedia, Inc, has joined the company's board of directors.

 

Patrick Stoner '69 talks about films and their stars in his blogOpen in a New Window

He is a graduate of the National Critics' Institute at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center...

 

Ford Cochran '85: Bottle boat Plastiki completes epic Pacific crossingOpen in a New Window

Four months and 8,000 nautical miles after setting sail from Sausalito, California, the highly unconventional craft Plastiki completed its Pacific crossing to arrive in Sydney harbor this morning.

 

Jennifer Zecher M.A.Ed. '98 named a Library of Virginia FellowOpen in a New Window

The award, first offered in 2009, includes a stipend of $2,000 and a $500 allocation to cover fees and travel for conference presentations.

 

Legendary costume designer William Ivey Long '69 L.H.D. '04 on his career in theaterOpen in a New Window

Throughout his fabulously successful costume design career, Long has won five Tony Awards (and every other prize that Broadway and off-Broadway offer).

 

Will Rhymes '05 Called Up by the Detroit TigersOpen in a New Window

Former William and Mary Tribe infielder Will Rhymes ‘05 was promoted to the Detroit Tigers from the Toledo Mud Hens on Sunday, marking the second former Tribe player to earn a call-up this season, joining Bill Bray of the Cincinnati Reds.

 

The entry into the Richmond 48-Hour Film Project by Kevin Heraldo '04Open in a New Window

When multiplatinum rapper RumpleSkillSon shows up in detective Jack Westwood's office with an over-censored radio edit of his new single, Jack must follow the clues to find the bleeping culprit.

 

Nicholas M. Luccketti '71: Soil sciences and the business of buried treasureOpen in a New Window

With a trowel in his right hand, Nicholas A. Luccketti knelt in the partially excavated cellar and called attention to the wall.

 

Dr. Nora Corrigan '98 to appear on JEOPARDY! tonightOpen in a New Window

Mississippi University for Women English professor, Dr. Nora Corrigan, will appear on the game show, "Jeopardy," set to air locally at 11 a.m. Tuesday on WLOV-TV.

 

Jacob Bombard '09 among those running for Fourth Suffolk seat in South BostonOpen in a New Window

A graduate of the College of William and Mary, he has volunteered for UNICEF and studied abroad in Italy. He has also interned for Sen. Hart’s office.

 

Dr. E. Clorisa Phillips '77 named president of Virginia Intermont CollegeOpen in a New Window

“It is grand to see our alumna, Clo Phillips, become the 17th president of Virginia Intermont College and the first woman to hold the post," said William & Mary President Taylor Reveley.

 

Lexmark Int'l Board of Directors elects J. Edward Coleman '73 as a directorOpen in a New Window

Coleman is chairman and chief executive officer of Unisys Corporation (NYSE: UIS), a $4.6 billion global information technology company that provides a portfolio of IT services, software and technology that solves critical problems for clients.

 

Stacia M. Barreau Ph.D. '08: New James River Elementary principal appointedOpen in a New Window

Dr. Stacia M. Barreau, who earned her doctorate in education at the College of William & Mary and who brings nine years of administrative experience to her new responsibilities, has been appointed the new principal of James River Elementary School, the WJCC School Board has announced.

 

WashPost spotlights Lani Hay M.B.A. '02 and her approach to businessOpen in a New Window

At a young age, she determined that education and hard work would be the keys to success.

 

Congrats to Keith Bechtol '07 on winning the San Francisco Marathon 2010!Open in a New Window

Bechtol finished the marathon with a time of 2:23:28.

 

Jeffrey Tinnell '85: New film "SHADES OF GRAY" now on DVDOpen in a New Window

In 2008, through his production entity, Allegheny Image Factory, Tinnell will release "SHADES OF GRAY", a documentary film, detailing the life and exploits of UFO conspiracy writer, Gray Barker.

 

Rookie seventh-round pick Sean Lissemore '10 signs with Dallas CowboysOpen in a New Window

The Cowboys have come to terms with their first draft pick, agreeing to a four-year deal with defensive tackle Sean Lissemore on Wednesday.

 

Gretchen McConnell '06, M.S. '09: One world spear-fishing mark pending, she eyes moreOpen in a New Window

Gretchen McConnell is addicted. She likes the nervous excitement... the danger. Spearfishing.

 

Brielle Paolini '10 Named Second-Team Academic All-DistrictOpen in a New Window

William and Mary Tribe golfer Brielle Paolini, who ended her wonderful career for the Tribe this year, was named Second-Team All-District by CoSIDA and ESPN the Magazine on Thursday.

 

826DC Volunteer of the Month: Steven Souryal '01Open in a New Window

The decision launched Steve, then only 28, on a personal quest not unlike those portrayed in mid-life crisis movies.

 

Deborah Haug '75 named as Red Cross Chair of the Board for King and Kitsap County, WashOpen in a New Window

The American Red Cross Serving King & Kitsap Counties elected ten new members to its Board of Directors at the organization's 112th Annual Meeting on June 3, 2010.

 

Will Tatum '03 appointed scholar at the David Library of the American RevolutionOpen in a New Window

A scholar of British and American military history, Tatum is schedule to defend his dissertation on the 18th Century British military justice system in the fall.

 

Mike Tomlin '95 of the Steelers gets 3-year extensionOpen in a New Window

Mike Tomlin erased any doubts he could follow in the footsteps of Chuck Noll and Bill Cowher when he led the Steelers to a Super Bowl victory in his second year.

 

Earl Granger '92, M.Ed. '98 appointed to new leadership position at W&MOpen in a New Window

Associate Provost for Enrollment Earl Granger III '92, M.Ed. '98, has been appointed associate vice president for development and will leave his current post to help lead fundraising efforts, officials announced today.

 

Elizabeth "Ellen" Bowyer J.D. '99: County attorney starts July 28Open in a New Window

“We are fortunate to have found such a viable candidate for this position,” said Don Kidd, chairman of the Board of Supervisors. “We have confidence that Ellen will serve our county well and become an integral part of the organization.”

 

William R. Houck '64: Easton Bancorp Raises Most of $4M OfferingOpen in a New Window

After serving two years as a Captain in the U.S. Army Dental Corps., Dr. Houck did his residency in Rochester, New York.

 

Bryn Reinecke '04 to compete on JEOPARDY! Thursday eveningOpen in a New Window

Bryn Reinecke... West Columbia, SC

 

WAVY-TV's Bruce Rader sits down with Mike Tomlin '95Open in a New Window

Bruce Rader goes one on one with the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Newport News native Mike Tomlin.

 

Evalyn Gates '80 takes helm at Cleveland Museum of Natural History as expansion plans gelOpen in a New Window

In the cool hush of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History's "rare book room," a wood-paneled nook overseen by lifelike statues of water buffalo, giraffes and other exotic animals, Evalyn Gates is brainstorming.

 

VIDEO featuring W&M grads Simmons '09, Shaw '09, Giannino '10, Consolino '10, Sumner '10, Andell '10Open in a New Window

If William & Mary is becoming known as Fulbright U, Bruce Campbell is being recognized as its rector.

 

Comedian Carmen Lynch '94 featured on NBC's Last Comic StandingOpen in a New Window

Season 7: Ep. 5

 

Tribe Pros Share their Stories in Baseball: Brendan Harris '02, Ben Guez '08 + Tyler Stampone '09Open in a New Window

Most of William & Mary’s campus is quiet right now; the majority of students having left for summer break...

 

Sondra Woodward '96: the voice of the morningOpen in a New Window

If you have ever listened to National Public Radio’s Morning Edition in the Hampton Roads, Va. area, chances are you have listened to Sondra Woodward '96.

 

Randy Leek '99: A life both in baseball and in businessOpen in a New Window

Perhaps Randy Leek ’99 is just lucky that he throws with his left hand. Maybe that’s the big secret to his longevity in professional baseball.

 

John Bessler '85 on some of the challenges facing the Afghan coalition and U.S. mentorsOpen in a New Window

The ‘Afghan experience’ for those who serve overseas can be vastly different from the one about which the American public sees, hears, and reads.

 

Suzanne C. Thomas M.B.A. '80 promoted to Exec VP at Whitney Holding CompanyOpen in a New Window

She oversees a variety of credit management functions, including the review/approval of large commercial credits and monitoring of the overall quality of the loan portfolio.

 

Billy Parker '04: Alouettes hungry for another Grey CupOpen in a New Window

The mantra coach Marc Trestman has adopted for the 2010 Montreal Alouettes is that they cannot repeat as Grey Cup champions because the team is not exactly the same as the one that captured the title last year...

 

Sara Schaefer '00 nominated for her second Emmy AwardOpen in a New Window

Outstanding achievement in Interactive Media...

 

Stephen Cason '06: Instrumental in the Richmond Revolution's mind-boggling debut seasonOpen in a New Window

The Revolution, which plays home games at the Ashe Center, went 13-1 in the regular season and was named the IFL Franchise of the Year.

 

Susan Goetz M.Ed. '02: Windsor principals to switch schoolsOpen in a New Window

Two principals at schools in Windsor will trade places with each other beginning July 1.

 

Jeff Whealton M.B.A. '02 has joined MassMutual Financial Group/Capital Financial PartnerOpen in a New Window

He graduated from the Coast Guard Academy and received his master's degree from the College of William and Mary.

 

Ryan Lintelman '09 helps solve a mystery history on PBS's History DetectivesOpen in a New Window

Ryan Lintelman ’09 will appear on the PBS series “History Detectives” Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

 

Ed Moran '03, M.P.P. '05 wins 10K national championshipOpen in a New Window

Former College of William & Mary distance runner and current assistant track coach Ed Moran won his first-ever national title with a 28:19 time at the Peachtree Road Race Sunday morning.

 

Sally Dafashy '67: Teachers saw big changes in 40 year careersOpen in a New Window

As the last school bus pulled out of the Norge Elementary and Lafayette High school parking lots earlier this month, a nearly three-month vacation kicked-off for the schools' teachers and students.

 

Kevin Duffan J.D. '04: Portfolio Recovery Associates Appoints New AttorneysOpen in a New Window

Kevin Duffan joined the Office of General Counsel as associate counsel, Litigation. He provides legal assistance in the management of PRA's defensive litigation.

 

The story of how three pirates helped fund the Wren Building, by Ben Kennedy '05Open in a New Window

In 1691, the Rev. James Blair was sent back to England. If he and the other colonial leaders wanted to secure enough funding to build a college in Virginia...

 

Scott Foster '10 sworn In today at Historic CourthouseOpen in a New Window

The Williamsburg City Council will swear in its two newest members today, then convene for a brief organizational meeting to elect its mayor and vice mayor.

 

William Armbruster '57: New body takes over transition at Fort MonroeOpen in a New Window

A new panel takes over the transition of Fort Monroe from a military outpost to an enclave of the state of Virginia today.

 

Mason School Dean Lawrence Pulley '74: Engaging alumni in a new wayOpen in a New Window

Over the last year, I have spoken with many people about the role of alumni engagement in a business school.

 

Sara Schaefer '00: Former Richmonder has an online voice on Jimmy Fallon's showOpen in a New Window

She might now hold a coveted entertainment job as head blogger for NBC’s "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" show, but her climb wasn’t the knew-the-right-people-so-doors-instantly-opened type.

 

China general says open to SecDef Robert Gates '65 visitingOpen in a New Window

A Chinese general said on Thursday that U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates was welcome to visit China at an "appropriate" time, possibly signaling a desire to soften military tensions between the two powers.

 

Jeanne Zeidler '76 looks back on career as Williamsburg's first female mayorOpen in a New Window

With a father who spent 12 years of her childhood as mayor of Milwaukee, Jeanne Zeidler knew that living under public scrutiny can strain relationships.

 

Feature story on Christina Romer '81 and her history-making roleOpen in a New Window

“CEA chair is probably the most academic of government jobs — often the way that we’re helpful is to write a report, or do an analysis for a particular policy,” she says.

 

Sculptor David Turner '83 Captures the Natural World in BronzeOpen in a New Window

“My work is a combination of all the observations I have made over the years,” he says. “I don’t just reference one image and then sculpt it.”

 

Janet Atwater '84: A Deep and Rich RelationshipOpen in a New Window

Under President Reveley’s leadership, the College has undertaken a Strategic Plan with the goal of continuing to be one of the world’s great liberal arts universities...

 

Costume Designer Beth Clancy '86 Dresses for SuccessOpen in a New Window

For veteran costume designer Elizabeth Hope Clancy ’86, Hamlet would prove to be the ultimate challenge.

 

Gettin' That "Cheese": Ken Miller '90 Runs Specialty Food ShopOpen in a New Window

This specialty food store offers unique educational experiences where consumers are encouraged to know where their food comes from — and, what’s more — to not be intimidated by food in general.

 

Lesley Stracks-Mullem ’95: Sandwich Enthusiast Will Show You the Best in Carolina FoodsOpen in a New Window

That dream hasn’t come true — yet— but this former Tribe golfer is living the life of someone who truly appreciates food.

 

Bill Bray '04 Promoted to Majors by the Cincinnati RedsOpen in a New Window

After working his way back from injury, former William and Mary Tribe pitcher Bill Bray was recalled by the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.

 

Ashley Geyer Jones '99 Named One of Charlotte’s Top 25 Women In BusinessOpen in a New Window

Her accomplishments will also be profiled in the June 25 issue of the Charlotte Business Journal.

 

Kathy Newberry '00 Repeats as CAA Women's Track and Field Coach of the YearOpen in a New Window

She previously honored by the league's coaches in 2006, 2008, and 2009.

 

Bryn Reinecke '04 to appear on Jeopardy! July 15Open in a New Window

Watch to see how well he will do!

 

Tiffany Benson '10 Signs to Play Professional Basketball in FranceOpen in a New Window

Benson finished her four-year career at William and Mary this spring as the CAA's all-time leader in blocked shots with 255, a total that is first in Tribe history for both women and men

 

Scott Foster '10 Becomes the First Student to Win a Seat on City CouncilOpen in a New Window

“Today, the people of Williamsburg demonstrated that our city is truly unified,” Foster said on election night.

 

Katie Radloff '10 Swims Into the Record BooksOpen in a New Window

“I never ever imagined I would do as well as I have,” she says. “I surprised myself and kept surprising myself for the four years here.”

 

GEICO's Ted Ward M.B.A. '77 is Advertising Club of NY's 2010 Advertising Person of the YearOpen in a New Window

He is a member of the Direct Marketing Association and the Advertising Club of Washington, D.C.

 

William McIntosh '66: D-Day president retires after leading foundation out of debt, through bad economyOpen in a New Window

The National D-Day Memorial Foundation’s president is retiring after nearly a decade of steering Bedford’s acclaimed, fiscally strapped attraction through trying years of debt and a weak economy.

 

Lynn Cross '69: Making way for a new classOpen in a New Window

Facing an early retirement after 34 years of service to Suffolk’s public education system and the students who benefit from it, Dr. Lynn Cross says she is holding onto the priority that always has guided her.

 

David Bernd '71: Sentara CEO to head ODU's governing boardOpen in a New Window

Bernd, 61, will serve a two-year term as rector of the ODU Board of Visitors, replacing Hampton Commissioner of the Revenue Ross Mugler, who rotates off the board at the end of this month.

 

Bee McLeod '83, M.B.A. '91 and Goody Tyler dontate $1M to W&M Rec SportsOpen in a New Window

McLeod and Tyler, both runners who believe in the value of healthy living, decided to make the commitment after learning that many students use the College's Recreation Center or participate in some type of recreational activity.

 

Giles Spurling '02: Insurance underwriter by day, reggae artist by nightOpen in a New Window

His song, 'Bermudian Gal' was a hit for a long time on Hott 107.5, and now one of his songs will be featured on a Caribbean music compilation 'Love the Music'.

 

Chris Livingston '00: Making history with his hip-hop clubOpen in a New Window

Chris Livingston ’00 runs what is arguably the most successful and well-known hip-hop club in Southeastern Virginia.

 

Sean Charles '08: Creating a garden, built-to-orderOpen in a New Window

He will build you a garden in the same way that Dell will build you a PC. And he'll deliver it too.

 

Chris Cheney '71, M.Ed. '73 named dean of College of Education at University of Nevada, RenoOpen in a New Window

Cheney is professor of special education and chair of the department of educational specialties, a role she has filled since the department’s founding in 2003.

 

Willie Anne Wright '45 a featured artist in Richmond's First FridaysOpen in a New Window

It's hot in the city and the perfect time to hit the sidewalk for First Fridays.

 

Jim Comey '82 leaves Lockheed, joins Bridgewater Associates, LPOpen in a New Window

"Jim Comey is a terrific full-spectrum leader who has brought great value to our company..."

 

Jeff A. Almeida J.D. '97: Grant & Eisenhofer Elects adds Antitrust Practice GroupOpen in a New Window

Leading securities and corporate governance law firm Grant & Eisenhofer P.A. is adding antitrust litigation to its existing practice areas

 

Steelers' Mike Tomlin '95 confronts toughest coaching challenge in 2010Open in a New Window

In just three seasons as an NFL head coach, Mike Tomlin has faced the gamut of challenges. But none like this.

 

FREE WEBINAR on June 16 with Adam Anthony '87 on Networking in DC and How Do You Do ItOpen in a New Window

This webinar will be helpful to an alum looking for their first job or a new job -- and even current students looking for summer internships.

 

Radz Zalewski '07: Hamilton man envisions 40-acre park near Ammo Hill as tribute to his late motherOpen in a New Window

His idea is to transform the plot near Ammo Hill into a garden in honor of his mother, who died of brain cancer two years ago.

 

American Bar Association Honors Angela A. Ciolfi '00Open in a New Window

The American Bar Association announced that Angela Ciolfi, legal director of the Legal Aid Justice Center’s JustChildren Program, will receive a National Child Advocacy Award from the Young Lawyers Division.

 

Robert M. Fitzgerald '75 Is Inducted as Honorary Member of the Order of the CoifOpen in a New Window

Coif chapters may elect to honorary membership "those who as lawyers, judges and teachers have attained high distinction for their scholarly or professional accomplishments."

 

Jim Baker '51 "bewitched by the language of magic"Open in a New Window

Jim Baker — one of three assembly founders still active in the group — has written 13 books on the subject.

 

Story on why NY Giants great Jesse Armstead sought out Adrian Tracy '10Open in a New Window

Yes, this sounded a little familiar to Jessie Armstead, too. That’s why Armstead, a special assistant/consultant for the Giants, sought out Adrian Tracy before the Giants first rookie minicamp practice.

 

Raymer, Limoncelli, Kirby, Sargeant, Consolino, Blackmore (all 2010 grads) on creating the James Blair Historical ReviewOpen in a New Window

Six William & Mary students convened last September and decided that they wanted to leave their mark on the College, enhance the visibility of the Department of History, and offer students an opportunity to have their research published.

 

Josh Lovell '04, Kevin Flanagan '06, Adam Stackhouse '04, Kelley Quinn '09: Hot off the presses to live showOpen in a New Window

“We have three years worth of them stacked up,” Lovell said in an interview Saturday. The anonymous comment feature, now in its 25th year and expanded from a quarter-page to three pages occasionally, is the most read — and most reviled — part of the newspaper.

 

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