September 23, 2004

Vol. 15, No. 12

The "8 1/2 x 11 News" is published each week by the University Advancement Division. News of campus interest should be sent to one of the following editors:   Ed Delaney, 412-268-1609 (ed47@andrew.cmu.edu)
  Bruce Gerson, 412-268-1613 (bg02@andrew.cmu.edu)
  Susan Cribbs, 412-268-7521 (cribbs@andrew.cmu.edu)

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The Wall Street Journal has announced that the Tepper School of Business advanced to second place among the top 19 national MBA programs in a survey of 261 full-time programs worldwide. This year's survey represents opinions of 2,849 corporate recruiters and is the fourth consecutive top-10 finish for the Tepper School.

—"The Journal's ranking is an impressive reflection of how highly regarded our students are by corporate recruiters," said Dean Kenneth B. Dunn. "Tepper students bring to the marketplace an exceptional range of skills that are uniquely suited to analyzing complex situations and identifying solutions for today's dynamic and technical business environment."

—According to The Wall Street Journal, recruiters cited Tepper students' "analytical skills and enthusiasm," their "work ethic and ability to get the job done," and "faculty experience in industry." The Tepper School was also recognized again this year for excellence in four academic concentrations: operations (No. 2); information technology (No. 2); entrepreneurship (No. 4) and finance (No. 4).

—The Wall Street Journal made a significant change in its survey methodology this year, dividing the leading business schools into three groups--national, regional and international--based on where companies tend to recruit. (The Tepper School is ranked No. 2 in the national category.) This year's survey contained questions on recruiters' perceptions of a school and its students as well as a new component called "supportive behavior," which measures a recruiter's intention to return to a school and the likelihood of providing offers to a school's students over the next two years. The complete rankings report can be found at www.careerjournal.com.

$6.4 MILLION NSF GRANT FUNDS NEW CYBERSECURITY CENTER

Carnegie Mellon researchers will receive a $6.4 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) over the next five years to create a new center to build better computer security defenses. The new center, Security Through Interaction Modeling (STIM), will explore ways to improve computer defenses by incorporating such models into the defenses themselves. The new center will be housed in CyLab, a university-wide, multidisciplinary initiative to advance research and education in trustworthy computing.

—The STIM center was one of two university research entities nationwide awarded five-year grants from the NSF to focus on eliminating plagues of Internet viruses and building better, more secure and accountable computer systems for the future. The other center is at the University of California, San Diego. Further information: http://www.cmu.edu/PR/releases04/040921_cybersecurity.html

HONORARY DEGREE NOMINATIONS DUE OCTOBER 8

All members of the university community are encouraged to participate in the nomination process for this year's honorary degree recipients at commencement in May. Nominees must be distinguished individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to society; represent prominent fields and values of Carnegie Mellon, particularly those that support work in the arts, humanities, and science and technology; have connections to the university (i.e. alumni, former faculty, friends or collaborators); and represent diversity and the university culture.

— Honorary degree recipients serve as an inspiration to the Carnegie Mellon community, especially graduating students; reinforce the significant impact of the university; and enhance the commencement ceremony by underscoring the importance of Carnegie Mellon in the world.

— Although nominations forms should be received by the Honorary Degree Committee by Oct. 8, the committee urges nominators to send short descriptions of candidates prior to the deadline. Descriptions should be sent to University Professor Emeritus Guy Berry, head of the Honorary Degree Selection Committee, at gcberry@andrew.cmu.edu. Full nomination forms may be accessed and submitted via the Web at http://www.cmu.edu/advancement/honorary/onlineform.html/ Send questions to Professor Berry via email.

NEWS BRIEFS

—President Jared L. Cohon's Annual Address to Staff will be held at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 26, in McConomy Auditorium, UC. Email questions for President Cohon to: scpresaddress@andrew.cmu.edu. Your questions will be grouped with similar questions and sent to Dr. Cohon anonymously. Respond by Friday, Sept. 24.

—Learning and Development is offering its popular class "Introduction to Communication Styles Using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator" from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 14 in the Peter/McKenna Room, UC. If you would like to attend, register at http://www.cmu.edu/learning-programs and click on Learning and Development.

—The winners of the university's annual Andy Awards will be announced at noon on Monday, Sept. 27, McConomy Auditorium, UC. The awards recognize outstanding staff who go above and beyond their job descriptions to help Carnegie Mellon become one of the nation's premier educational and research institutions. The list of nominees is posted at http://www.cmu.edu/andyawards/invite.html

—Carnegie Mellon Women's Association's Annual Wine Tasting event will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 8. This palatable event will feature affordable wines, hors d'oeuvres, fun and merriment. RSVP and advance payment of $25 per person is due by Friday, Oct. 1. All those eligible to join CMWA are welcome to attend. Go to http://www.cmu.edu/CMWA for more details about membership eligibility and how to RSVP.

PERSONAL MENTION

—The Economic History Association has awarded Allan Meltzer, the Allan H. Meltzer University Professor of Political Economy, the Alice Hanson Jones Prize for his publication "A History of the Federal Reserve, Volume 1, 1913-1951." The award, announced every other year, honors one outstanding book about North American economic history.

—Technology Review, MIT's magazine of innovation, has named Golan Levin, assistant professor of electronic time-based media, and Jesse Schell, instructor of entertainment technology, to its 2004 list of the world's 100 Top Young Innovators. The TR100, chosen by the editors of Technology Review and an elite panel of judges, consists of 100 individuals under age 35 whose innovative work in technology has a profound impact on today's world.

—CNN Financial has interviewed Professor Peter Lee, head of undergraduate programs in the Computer Science Department, about the declining interest in computer science nationwide. The interview will air on CNN at 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 25, and at 5 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 26.

CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS

—Tuesday, Sept. 28: Lecture. "Mumia Abu-Jamal: A Journalist's Struggle Against Political Persecution and the Death Penalty." Robert R. Bryan, lead lawyer for the defense, with commentary by Philadelphia journalist Linn Washington. 7:30 p.m., Adamson Wing, Baker Hall.

—Wednesday, Sept. 29: Gay Pride Month Keynote Speaker Rebecca Walker. "Let The Good Times Roll: Freedom is Just Another Word for Nothing Left to Lose." 4:30 p.m., McConomy Auditorium, UC. Reception and booksigning to follow. Further information: official.cmu-news, Sept. 20.

—Wednesday, Sept. 29: Carnegie Mellon Philharmonic presents Schumann's "Symphony #4"; Falla's "Three Cornered Hat," Suites 1 and 2; and a piece by Alan Fletcher, head of the School of Music. Carnegie Music Hall, 8 p.m. $5 general admission, $4 seniors, Carnegie Mellon students free.

—Thursday, Sept. 30: Pittsburgh Center for the Arts "Artist of the Year" exhibition. The Artist of the Year is James Duesing, a Carnegie Mellon associate professor and internationally acclaimed animator who uses video and animation to experiment with narrative and the technical construction of animated images. Reception from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The reception is also a PCA fundraiser, with a suggested donation of $25 at the door, $10 for students.

—Friday, Oct. 1: Carnegie Mellon Wind Ensemble. 8 p.m. Carnegie Music Hall. $5 general admission, $4 seniors, Carnegie Mellon students free.

—Friday, Oct. 1: Doctoral Career Paths Seminar. "Faculty Appointments, Part 1: Tenure Track, Teaching, Research, and 'Hybrid.'" Speakers: Professor Bruce Krogh, electrical and computer engineering, Susan Polansky associate head, Modern Languages, and Colin Horwitz, senior research scientist, chemistry. Noon, Connan Room, UC. Lunch will be served. Register at http://gposerver.as.cmu.edu/registration/multiregis.html

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