Alumni in the News
Gayle Uilkema, East Bay supervisor, dies at 73
San Francisco Chronicle; Carolyn Jones;
Former Contra Costa County Supervisor Gayle Uilkema, who died May 19, earned her master's degree in public administration from Cal State East Bay. She also taught some classes at the university.
Funeral services scheduled Friday for Hayward police officer killed in motorcycle accident
Bay Area News Group; Chris DeBenedetti; May 18, 2012
Hayward Police Officer Rodney Pierce, who was due to receive his master's degree at CSUEB commencement ceremonies in June, was killed in a motorcycle accident.
Park District Promotes Two Police Lieutenants From Castro Valley
Patch.com; April 20, 2012
This article reports that Lance Brede, a Cal State East Bay alumnus, was recently promoted to police lieutenant by the East Bay Regional Park District.
Background on Cong. Candidate Gregory Cheadle
Redding Searchlight; May 3, 2012
Alumnus Gregory Cheadle, who earned both his MPA and bachelor's degrees at CSUEB, is a candidate for Congress representing the Redding area.
Frank Bigelow, Rico Oller bank on experience in 5th Assembly District race
Fresno Bee; John Ellis; April 26, 2012
This article notes that CSUEB alumnus Mark Belden is a candidate for the seat representing the 5th State Assembly District (Fresno).
What is special about this CSUEB alumnus?
Tri-City Voice; April 23, 2012
Greg Jones, Cal State East Bay alumnus and former city manager of Hayward, is featured in this article in the Tri-City Voice.
EBRPD Announces Newly Promoted Fire Captain Aileen Theile
East Bay Regional Park District News; April 20, 2012
This article reports that CSUEB alumna Aileen Theile has been promoted to fire captain for the East Bay Regional Park District.
High School Strength & Conditioning Specialist Tim Rudd Hits Amazon Best Seller List With New Youth Fitness Book
PressNewsRoom; April 18, 2012
CSUEB alumnus Tim Rudd has written a book that has made Amazon's Best Seller list.
Entirely Secondary: Excitement Should Trump Equity In Education
Patch.com; Jerry Heverly; April 19, 2012
In this article, Ssan Leandro High School teacher and CSUEB alumnus Jerry Heverly talks about the importance of the experience of learning.
SmallBiz: Law Office Of 'Native Son' Moves Downtown
Patch.com; April 17, 2012
This news story indicates that CSUEB alumnus Matthew Gonsalves has a new office for his law practice in San Leandro.
Beloved longtime Pleasant Hill Recreation employee retires after four decades
Bay Area News Group; Janice DeJesus; April 4, 2012
This report tells the story of a longtime friendship and professional relationship in recreation between Dodie Jones and Cal State East Bay alumnus Tom McHale.
Replacing Mary Hayashi
East Bay Express; Steven Tavares; April 4, 2012
Carolyn Ong, who earned her graduate degree from Cal State East Bay, is reported to be one of five candidates for the State Assembly seat currently held by Mary Hayashi, who has termed out of her current position.
Entrepreneur Profile: Mike Dresen, hydrogeologist, CEO and president of Weiss Associates
San Francisco Business Times; Aaron Tilley; March 9, 2012
Mike Dresen, who earned both his bachelor's and master's degree at CSUEB (in geology), is profiled by the San Francisco Business Times.
Ernst & Young LLP Names Dianne Glynn Redwood Shores Office Managing Partner
Market Watch and Business Wire; March 28, 2012
This is a news report about CSUEB alumna Dianne Glynn and the latest news about her career advancement.
Assembly Member Mary Hayashi Selects Castro Valley Resident Charmaine Banther as Woman of The Year
PR Web; March 27, 2012
Educator Charmaine Banther, an alumna of CSUEB with a degree in computer science and a teaching credential, was recognized for her accomplishments in a special Women of the Year floor ceremony in the State Capitol.
Living alone and loving it
Bay Area News Group; Sue McAllister; March 24, 2012
Joe Ng, a CSUEB marketing graduate, was interviewed for this article about people who are happy living alone.
ELECTIONS: New Districts, New Rules and New Candidates on June Ballot
Patch.com; David Mills; March 16, 2012
This article reports that Cal State East Bay alumnus Luis Reynoso is a candidate for seat serving the 20th State Assembly District in the next election.
Madison Who’s Who Recognizes Katherine Carol Heinz
Madison Who's Who; March 7, 2012
CSUEB alumna Katherine Carol Heinz has been recognized by Madison Who's Who in this report.
Los Altos finds new city manager: Danville's Marcia Somers assumes new role in April
Los Altos Town Crier; Diego Abeloos; Feb. 29, 2012
Marcia Somers, who earned her MPA from Cal State East Bay, has been named city manager for the city of Los Altos. She previously served as assistant town manager for Danville.
Wieckowski to Honor African American Community Leaders
Patch.com; Feb. 27, 2012
CSUEB alumnus Gene Daniels is being honored for his contributions to the community by East Bay State Assemblymember Bob Wieckowski.
New CSU coach will have co-defensive coordinators
The Coloradoan; Kelly Lyell; Feb. 16, 2012
Al Simmons, Cal State East Bay alumnus and former assistant football coach, has been named co-defensive coordinator at Colorado State University.
Olympian Family 1st, hoops close 2nd
The Olympian; Meg Wochnick; Jan. 30, 2012
This article features Cal State East Bay alumna and former women's basketball player Monica Heuer and her husband Mychael. The two continue to coach basketball in Olympia, Washington.
Bright and Bold: One-of-a-Kind Designer
Oakland/Alameda Magazine; Kyrsten Bean; January-February 2012
Cal State East Bay alumna Amy Doan, a young fashion designer in the East Bay area, is featured in the January-February 2012 edition of Oakland Magazine. The article also is in Alameda Magazine.
Acting Lessons: Want to launch a theater career? You're in the right place
East Bay Express; Rachel Swan; Jan. 11, 2012
The East Bay Express features Melissa Hillman, CSUEB alumna, as she discusses acting and theatre arts.
Kagawa leaves academic, coaching legacy at Albany High
Bay Area News Group; Damin Esper; Jan. 6, 2011
This is a second story on CSUEB alumnus Doug Kagawa, who is retiring from his coaching and counseling duties at Albany High School. This report is by Bay Area News Group. Reporting one week earlier was by Patch.com.
Bay Area Hawaiian Musician Parick Landeza to Play Carnegie Hall Jan. 8
HawaiiPage.org; Jan. 4, 2011
Landeza, a 1997 graduate of Cal State East Bay, majored in sociology with an emphasis in social services. He is a professional musician.
Funeral Planned for Herman Ficklin, 48-Year Newark Resident
Patch.com; Jan. 4, 2012
In this obituary for Herman Ficklin, who earned his MBA at Cal State East Bay, his family has designated the university's College of Business and Economics for donations in his memory.
